J. Alexander’s

J. Alexander’s is an upscale American restaurant on Crabtree Valley Avenue in Raleigh, one of the company’s locations in North Carolina. The kitchen works with fresh meats, shrimp and fish, along with produce that is sourced locally.

The menu is well rounded, with hearty entrees on one side and crisp salads on the other, so a table does not have to agree on how big a meal it wants. The salads are the lighter end of it, and the entrees are built for someone who came in properly hungry.

What to know

• Wine is poured by the glass or by the bottle, with pairings suggested for the table.
• Signature dishes can be ordered to eat at home.
• The company says employee happiness is its top priority, with training, competitive pay and growth opportunities.