Fourk is located in the Viewmount area of Hickory. They have a free parking lot across the street,…read moreand if that fills, there is street parking. The space is open with high ceilings. I admired the artwork. The cascading glass waterfall is what first caught my eye when I entered. Fourk has been open since 2015 and serves New American cuisine with a twist. I was warmly welcomed when I entered and got seated at a round booth with a great view, near the artwork that caught my eye. They really know how to treat single diners here, which is rare these days. I liked that I got the best table in the place, and that they didn't attempt to seat me at the bar. My waitress was friendly and incredibly attentive. She helped me select a mocktail while going over the daily specials, and she even brought me the dessert menu near the beginning of my meal so I could plan ahead. The menu had many options in all price ranges. You can get sandwiches, burgers, salads and more high-priced entrees like mahi mahi, scallops and filet mignon. I went with the daily special, which was the Oscar Filet Mignon. It came with hollandaise sauce and grilled shrimp, and that combination intrigued me. I had the Party Punch mocktail, but it was perfect with strawberries, basil, pineapple and ginger ale. The filet mignon and topping were also amazing. I even had room for dessert and knew I had to try the blackberry wine cake, and that didn't disappoint either. This was a very special meal for me, as it marked the first leg of my trip to finish visiting all 100 North Carolina counties. With the great atmosphere, service, and food, Fourk set the bar incredibly high for the rest of my journey. I might need to make another special trip just to dine here again. The murder mystery nights and the live music nights are an added plus.

Solid food dishes, prepared very well, not finest dining cuisine type cooking but well-cooked…read more Buffalo bites are turkey-based which are unique. Pork chop, saffron polenta, broccolini, were cooked with quality. Duck was somewhat fried style, did not feel to be up to par with rest of dishes and a lower level. Overall, very solid food.

I will never not love Longhorn! With one of my most recent experiences, I went out for dinner…read moreimmediately after my graduation with my parents, maternal grandparents, and one of my best friends. I even wore my grad hat into the restaurant for the fun of it. Bestie and I ordered the Parmesan crusted chicken, hers with asparagus and fries, mine with mac and cheese (no bacon). As per usual, the food was total perfection, chicken was juicy and cheesy, and Mac and cheese was ooey, gooey, and delicious! It was my bestie's first ever time at Longhorn and she absolutely loved it to say the least. The waiter who delivered our food was so nice and even took a photo of all of us with our food so that we could truly treasure the memory. To top off the experience, A waitress even saw my graduation hat and brought me a free ice cream sundae! Shared it with bestie and we both loved it. Ice cream tasted like vanilla bean and was super rich, and it was topped with caramel and chocolate sauces and whipped cream! Yummy! And the restaurant was nice and quiet too, not too loud, so we were all able to enjoy our food in peace! Longhorn, you're the best!! Thank you for this wonderful experience--and for my free treat! My compliments to the chef(s).

Had they best time with Melissa and Jayli! Best Hosts Around! They made sure I got sat quickly and…read moreefficiently! Food amazing and even better server Melissa at the bar!

We stopped by Texas Roadhouse a little after 11am and were seated right away (they weren't very…read morebusy yet). Our food came out quickly and everything was delicious! The side salads were a great size and the ranch dressing was tasty. We ordered ribs and a steak -- both were excellent! The half rack of ribs seemed more like a full rack and were truly fall-off-the-bone tender. The loaded mashed potatoes were creamy and flavorful, and the steak was cooked exactly as requested with a perfectly seasoned baked potato on the side. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 was that the plate for the rolls, while clearly washed, still had some stuck-on food from the dishwasher. Otherwise, a great experience and a satisfying meal!

I would not recommend for to-go orders. My husband ordered the hamburger steak plain with fries and…read morea Cesar salad. There was literally five bites to the salad, the steak was overcooked and the kids plate we ordered had more fries than his. We were disappointed.

Solid bar with solid food. Nothing crazy but nothing bad either. Prices are good and you won't be…read moredisappointed. Inside is pretty cramped but the service is good. The chicken tenders were a little tough but you could tell it was real chicken. Overall a great spot if you just want some easy bar food.

This was a place that was on a number of YouTube videos for Hickory so we decided to get a beer…read morehere. It was VERY busy, but we got a table in the bar. We ordered a beer each but honestly they were a bit flat. We didn't send them back, but also didn't want to complain or order another so a beer each and out. It was okay, nothing special.

Notions was OK. I had a smash burger - the burger was decent, the side of a grit cake was…read morehorrid. It was a wedge of grits that were covered in breading and deep fried. Who possibly wants to eat deep fried breaded grits? We ordered some apps and I forget what my wife and SIL order, but the overall opinion was just OK. No one wanted to return. Plus... the inside restaurant smelled like something died in there. We ate outside, as eating inside was impossible due to the smell. When I went to use the bathroom about an hour later, they had heavily perfumed the restuarant.

Cute little spot in downtown Hickory. We enjoyed the Riverwalk, then came downtown to stroll around…read moreand shop. It was a busy day with the farmers market, but we were able to get seated very quickly. Good brunch food with decent portions. Very good prices too. We tried the BLT with fruit and the steak & eggs. Food was good, and service was pretty fast. This is a small place, but they have a large outdoor section that was full. If you can get an outside table, it is under a nice covered patio. Staff is friendly and place has cute decor. I will definitely come back.

First time here, sat at the bar. great time, amazing food, great service! all around an amazing…read moredinner! our bartender was very informative, he recommended a pumpkin spice espresso martini, which was literally the best one I've ever had in my life!!!! the we split a bottle of mascato (so reasonably priced, $22). The vibe was a guy playing piano who sang so well! we enjoyed the dimmed lights and the lowkey vibe atmosphere with it being classy. overall great dinner!

Disorganized and Disappointing…read more We had high hopes for Duke's, especially with its upscale vibe and menu, but the reality fell far short. From the moment we sat down, things started going sideways. First red flag? The water left on our table had bugs floating in it. Not a great start. The waitress, while friendly, seemed completely overwhelmed--she forgot our orders multiple times, asked the same questions repeatedly, and left us waiting far too long between check-ins. It took 40 minutes just to get our soups, and the entrees didn't arrive until over an hour after we ordered. The entire experience felt chaotic. At one point, another server brought two dishes and a drink to our table that weren't even ours. Total confusion. Now let's talk about pricing--specifically, a $12 charge to split a 24 oz ribeye. How does that make sense when one person might not even be able to finish it? It felt like a greedy upcharge for no real reason. Menu clarity was another issue. The sides weren't listed clearly, and no one explained that the "loaded potato" option was actually a soup--not an actual potato. The clam chowder? It's a tomato-based red soup, which is definitely not what most people would expect when ordering chowder. A simple explanation from the staff would've gone a long way. The duck was actually fantastic, the crab cakes not so much. Dessert was also oddly handled. They offer a brownie, but ask, "Is that okay?" as if there are other options (there aren't). Then they bring one brownie split four ways--literally bite-sized portions on a single plate for a group of four. It felt more like a sampler than a real dessert. When it came time to pay, we were asked if we were ready for the check, but then they came back later and had to double-check everyone's order just to get the bill right. And instead of bringing the check, you're told to scan a QR code to pay--likely a move to avoid credit card processing fees, though it puts the burden on the customer to complete the transaction. Overall, Duke's tries to present itself as upscale, but the execution just isn't there. Sloppy service, confusing policies, and unnecessary upcharges make it hard to justify a return visit. Definitely not the dining experience we were hoping for.

Great food, professional and polite staff, and amazing ambiance. 10 out of 10 best spot in 50milesread more

We had a lovely time at the Vintage House. The ambiance was perfect & the dining area wasn't loud…read morewhich made dinner conversations enjoyable. The service was excellent, & the food was good. It was the first day of their new menu launch.

My wife and I have been here twice, and were very impressed both times. Great menu, great flavors,…read moreand great service. So far we have stuck with chicken centric dishes like the Pollo Loco bowl, but I'm going to try the stuffed potato (Papa Rellano De Lomo Saltado) on our next visit. I can't recall the name of the appetizer, but it was the best fried cauliflower we've ever had.

Cute peruvian restaurant in thai area. Staff was very friendly, wait was not long, and not overly…read morecrowded! Menu was very diverse and had many different options that were not just seafood. I got a shrimp soup dish, not exactly sure what the name was! The food was delicious! Seasoned very well and cooked perfectly. Typical price is around $20/plate, which I think is pretty high for this area. The downside of the yummy food is the portions. The plates are pretty small for how much you pay. Doesn't seem worth that high of a price. Other than that, the restaurant was cute and quick on waiting times!