Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Choice for Exceptional Dining and Accommodations in Greensboro
Founded in 1988, Quaintance-Weaver Restaurants and Hotels has established itself as a leader in the hospitality industry, dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences and accommodations. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our meticulously crafted menus, attentive service, and the unique ambiance of each of our establishments. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability, ensuring that every guest encounter exceeds expectations. As an employee-owned company since 2016, our team's dedication to excellence is driven by a shared stake in our collective success.Our mission extends beyond hospitality, emphasizing genuine service to our communities and environmental stewardship through sustainable practices. This philosophy has earned us recognition, including the 2025 Stanley Frank Economic and Workforce Development Award, and positions us as pioneers in both culinary excellence and progressive business models.
Services
Fine Dining
Boutique Hotel Accommodations
Event Planning
Catering Services
Sustainable Hospitality
Culinary Experiences
Employee Development Programs
Local Sourcing
Historic Preservation
Community Engagement
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We pioneered employee ownership in the hospitality industry since 2016
- Our properties feature award-winning sustainable design and practices
- We offer career development through our ESOP program and educational initiatives
- Our culinary teams create innovative menus with locally sourced ingredients
- We maintain a 30+ year legacy of community engagement and diversity programs
Associations and certifications
- LEED Platinum Certification
What people say
Outstanding service
Creative menus
Sustainable design
Local ingredients
Attentive staff
Services
Fine Dining
Our restaurants deliver exceptional culinary experiences through seasonally inspired menus crafted by award-winning chefs. Each location combines innovative cuisine with distinctive ambiance, featuring locally sourced ingredients and sommelier-curated wine programs. Our commitment to excellence has earned multiple OpenTable Top 100 recognitions and national acclaim for our brunch and outdoor dining offerings.
Boutique Hotel Accommodations
We operate LEED Platinum-certified boutique hotels that blend historic charm with modern amenities. Properties like Proximity Hotel and O.Henry Hotel offer eco-conscious design, art-filled interiors, and personalized service. Our accommodations feature state-of-the-art meeting spaces and proximity to Greensboro's cultural attractions while maintaining sustainability leadership.
Sustainable Hospitality
Our sustainability initiatives include energy-efficient building design, comprehensive recycling programs, and partnerships with local farmers. We pioneered eco-friendly hotel operations in the Carolinas through our Sustainable Practices Initiative, which focuses on reducing environmental impact while maintaining service excellence across all properties.
Culinary Experiences
We create immersive food experiences through chef-led events, cooking demonstrations, and seasonal tasting menus. Our restaurants feature regular culinary collaborations and themed dining nights that showcase regional ingredients and global influences while maintaining our commitment to exceptional service standards.
Employee Development
Our ESOP program provides staff ownership opportunities alongside professional development initiatives. We offer structured career paths, leadership training, and educational benefits that have resulted in over 50 employees with decade-plus tenure, fostering institutional knowledge and service continuity.
People
Dennis Quaintance
CEO & Co-Founder
Dennis Quaintance co-founded Quaintance-Weaver in 1988 after starting his hospitality career at age 15. He leads the company's strategic vision while maintaining active involvement in daily operations. His leadership earned the 2025 Stanley Frank Award for economic development contributions.
Nancy King Quaintance
Co-Founder & Culinary Director
Nancy King Quaintance co-founded the company and oversees culinary operations. With a background in hospitality education and hotel sales, she developed our signature restaurant concepts and maintains quality standards across all dining venues.
Mike Weaver
Co-Founder
Mike Weaver co-founded Quaintance-Weaver and played key roles in establishing our initial restaurant concepts. Though now semi-retired, he remains an influential figure in our community engagement efforts and continues to mentor leadership teams.
Questions
What makes Quaintance-Weaver different from other hospitality companies?
We're one of the few employee-owned restaurant and hotel companies in the U.S., combining this unique structure with sustainability leadership and community-focused operations.
Do your restaurants offer locally sourced menus?
Yes, all our restaurants prioritize locally sourced ingredients with menus that reflect regional flavors and seasonal availability.
Are your hotels environmentally certified?
Proximity Hotel and Print Works Bistro hold LEED Platinum Certification, making them among the first eco-certified hotel and restaurant combinations in the U.S.
How does employee ownership benefit guests?
Our ESOP structure aligns staff interests with guest satisfaction, resulting in higher service quality and long-term employee commitment.
Do you offer event planning services?
Yes, our properties feature versatile event spaces and dedicated planners for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions.
What sustainability initiatives do you implement?
We focus on energy efficiency, waste reduction, local sourcing, and green building practices across all operations while maintaining third-party certifications.
