Rad Bennett will open ‘Peninsula Prime’ in Alton’s space after makeover

Last Updated: January 6, 2022Tags: restaurants

Rad Bennett Photo by Jason Benavides

Jan. 6. By Dave Yochum. Alton’s Kitchen & Cocktails will close Jan. 29 after a long run in Jetton Village. New owner Rad Bennett will reopen about a month later with a new concept, “our take on a modern Southern steakhouse.”

New name

It will be called “Peninsula Prime Seafood & Steakhouse,” Bennett, CEO of Cambridge Hospitality Group, said.

Other holdings here include Jack’s Corner Tap in Magnolia Plaza and Tropicana and Kat’s Seafood Kitchen a few blocks east on West Catawba.

Renovations

A six-figure interior refresh will include new furniture, lighting and acoustics as well as a new sound system.

Reopening

Reopening is planned for early March. Peninsula Prime will employ 60-70 people, Bennett said. Alton’s will be open for Charlotte Restaurant Week Jan. 21-30.

Update: Alton’s namesake

Original Alton’s owners Al Updike and wife Heather Clark opened Alton’s in 2010. They continue to own and operate Table 31 restaurant in Mooresville.

10 Comments

Gail January 6, 2022 at 3:06 pm

Yay for the new sound system!!!
CD Gray January 6, 2022 at 3:42 pm

Interior conversation could be a challenge when dining. Some noise dampening would be a plus. I like the seafood and steak format. Jack’s is a favorite of ours so we look forward to the expanded concept. CGray
Gradyp January 6, 2022 at 3:59 pm

The space would be great for live music on the weekends. Small 2 piece bands would fit well!
- Mike Yates. January 6, 2022 at 6:55 pm
  
  Congratulations old friend. Wish you the best and I will make the trek to come check it out.
- Thad January 7, 2022 at 2:34 pm
  
  I second that suggestion.
  - Linda January 7, 2022 at 6:09 pm
    
    I third that! Just duos/trios or jazz, etc. keep it classy!!!!
Steve Bennett January 6, 2022 at 6:27 pm

Way to go “Cuz” ! Congratulations to Robin & Rad Bennett ! Looking forward to checking out the NEW Peninsula Prime.
LW Poll January 6, 2022 at 8:35 pm

This is so exciting!!! Rad Bennett knows how to run a restaurant…good people, outstanding food and drink…and perfect ambiance!!! Cannot wait. Soon Peninsula Prime will be the place to go for a fabulous dining experience!!!
Kathy Butterfield January 7, 2022 at 5:03 pm

Keep it classy!
Debra Walsh January 10, 2022 at 2:10 pm

Yes we would love some live music, maybe some jazz as well. Without a cover charge.