Not my best dining experience, but staff was friendly, and the dining space was clean. I went late…read morein the evening, about an hour before close. There were only a couple other tables dining at the time. I got a booth that was spacious and well-lit, which I liked. I got a veggie burger with mac & cheese. The veggie burger was about the same quality as the frozen Morningstar patties I buy at the store. Also the Mac and cheese was box mix quality. My dining companion's food had a significant issue related to the freshness. She may also leave her review, so I don't want to go into it in detail, but I was very pleasantly surprised and impressed as to how hard our server worked to try to make it right. Also, the manager comped that meal, even though we didn't ask for that which was great. I did like their drink specials and would perhaps stop by again for drinks and apps.

Have been to J. Pepper's a few times and finally getting to a review!…read more My husband love J. Peppers when we want a wide variety of choices food before going out and about in kernersville. On this visit, I enjoyed the chicken sandwich. It tasted like it was brined in pickle juice which I love in a chicken sandwich. My husband said the burger was pretty good but nothing outstanding. The fries were a little cold and my martini was weak but tasty. The star of the show here is always the fried green tomatoes and I would go there solely to enjoy them! I feel the service is Iacking here. Possibly short staffed?? Our drinks and food took a while to come out and we had finished our apps before our drinks came. Also their sanitation grade has went down to 94.5. This is the reason for a star deduction. The layout is long and linear. Casual and more diner type feel.

Stopped in for lunch one day in search of FRIED CHICKEN. Not just any old fried chicken but GOOD…read morefried chicken. They are located in a nice little spot with ample parking and it's easy accessible. The interior is simple but clean. Plenty of seating. The ladies who work here are very friendly and helpful, came around a few times to check on me, offered fried side to go with the greens , offered a refill on my sweet tea. Great service! About the food. Probably the BEST FRIED CHICKEN in the area. I really can't judge on that because I haven't sampled other fried chicken in the vicinity but based on my own research of sampling fried chicken all over North Carolina, I feel confident in my assumption. It was fried just right. It was SEASONED. It had a very nice batter that was crunchy and the chicken in the inside was tender and juicy. Every bite was tender and juicy. These ladies should teach a cooking class on how to make fried chicken-to other restaurants. The SWEET POTATOES were perfectly cooked and flavored in butter and cinnamon. You could eat it as a dessert. But not overly sweet. Just right. The GREENS were tender and seasoned perfectly. Greens and fried side with their delicious CORNBREAD could be a meal in itself. The SWEET TEA-perfect! All around, best home cooked food/soul food you can get. I will be back and I highly recommend for true SOUTHERN COMFORT food.

OMG. I am so happy I finally visited this iconic and historic dining venue. Oh, the freshness of…read morethe food and the love of the staff. Over 50 years serving others!

We really enjoyed our experience at Cracker Barrel. We went on a Sunday, a little before noon, and…read moreit was quite busy, but there were plenty of employees assisting customers. The atmosphere was very pleasant, with lots of interesting decorations throughout the restaurant. The menu also had a great variety of options at different price points, including individual meals and family-style options. The food was delicious. We ordered the pot roast, and I had the lemon pepper fish. Both dishes were very flavorful and enjoyable. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely recommend it!

I am so surprised at the low reviews for this Cracker Barrel location. We just recently went here…read moreand it was the nicest and cleanest CB we've ever been in. It's not very big, but everything was very bright and clean and neatly organized. Our food was fresh, fast, and yummy. The service was great and every individual we encountered was so pleasant! We have agreed as a family, we would go out of our way to eat at this location again. It was great!

6/25/26 What a great lunch at this bistro!…read more My wife and I found an outdoor table and ordered a torched caprese salad with flavorful tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and olive oil. Fantastic. My wife had the tomato pie while enjoyed the shrimp and grits. The light and lemony albarino was a great pairing. Seth our server Seth was fabulous and very attentive. The view on 4th Street was not super hot. They had fans that were at our feet made the weather pleasant and the people watching was interesting. We will surely return soon. Make this a must visit.

We went for lunch and started with the loaded tots, which were a great way to kick things off…read more I didn't want a heavy meal, so I ordered the tomato pie with succotash. Both were delicious, but I still found myself eyeing the chicken sandwich, especially since it came with tots. Next time, I'll probably go with something a little more decadent. We sat out front, and it was a nice day to enjoy the patio. Our server was friendly and kept our iced tea and waters filled throughout the meal. Overall, it was a good experience, and I'd definitely go back.

Magnolia Blue was one of my favorite High Point eateries. Whether I went for weekend brunch or New…read moreYear's Eve dinner, I never had a bad meal there. It closed in early February for what were supposed to be renovations, only to reopen months later with a new name and a new concept, trading slightly upscale Southern for more upscale Italian. In some regards, this makes sense - it fills a void created by the closure of Lulu and Blu - but in other ways, it's a massive gamble. My wife and I went for our anniversary dinner, and while it was an overall pleasant experience, it also made us miss Magnolia. The higher price point is the chief culprit. Otto and Blue offers pastas in the $20s and entrees starting in the $30s, bread and olive oil not included. While we were celebrating an occasion that merited such a splurge, it's hard to imagine the restaurant remaining competitive at those prices once the sheen of newness wears off. Look past that, however, and Otto and Blue shines in both ambiance and service. It's classy without being stuffy, and the dark turquoise tones suit it well. Allison, a Magnolia Blue mainstay, was personable and attentive and provided excellent service throughout the meal. Otto and Blue's menu offers apps, salads, pastas, and entrees. It's predominantly Italian albeit with a few options for the steak-and-potatoes crowd. The dishes range from recognizably classic (rigatoni Bolognese) to conspicuously elevated (halibut piccatta). After mulling over several offerings, we went with the bread service, tagliatelle, and duck cacciatore. The food ranged from fairly good to outstanding. While $9 for bread is a tough pill to swallow, they executed it as well as they possibly could have: a hot, fresh ciabatta with tasty herb butter, olive relish, and a quality olive oil-balsamic combo as accompaniments. The cacciatore boasted a pair of duck legs confit, and while I'm usually no fan of dark meat poultry, these were prepared well with crispy skin and plenty of meat. For a typically hearty dish, the sauce seemed light (and a bit subdued), but that could be a consequence of serving atop polenta (more absorbent) rather than pasta. Speaking of pastas and sauces, the tagliatelle hit a nice balance of creamy and zesty without swimming in its white wine lemon sauce. Surprisingly, the highlight of the meal ended up being the dessert that Otto and Blue kindly offered as an anniversary gift. A scoop of vanilla bean gelato came adorned with a Biscoff cookie, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of salt. If salt and especially olive oil on ice cream seem vaguely blasphemous, don't knock it until you try it. Each bite was thoroughly delicious. It's a given that good food doesn't come cheap, but even so, Otto and Blue has no margin for error to justify what it charges. On food alone, it was close but not quite there. However, the overall experience made it worthwhile, and I have no regrets about dining here.

It was my first time coming here and for brunch and I got their Magnolia Omelette which had lump…read morecrab, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach and havarti cheese with their bradant potatoes and fresh fruit and it was amazing. I also had their fireside mule which was a delicious seasonal brunch drink with crown apple and ginger ale and butterscotch schnapps! We also got biscuits and they came out super dry initially but our server got us fresh ones and the fresh ones came out a little undercooked and she took them back without us even asking! The service was impeccable. The chicken and waffles looked delightful as well. The place is very posh and they have parking behind the building and make sure you walk towards the outside of the building towards their ground floor entrance! I'll be back soon!

Not a large menu but their specials of day are always listed. They are quick to serve a basic…read morehomemade meal! If you just want some good old fashioned cooking, this place is perfect!

Stopped here while passing through. Friendly, fast service…read more Homestyle cooking, tasty and filling. We had the BLT (they don't skimp on the crispy bacon!) and meatloaf special. We'll definitely come back when we're in the area.

Not the best NC barbecue I've had, but certainly not the worst. Far from it. I'm just saying…read morethere is a lot better. I got the chopped tray and a hotdog, all the way. I would say the portions were decent. I enjoyed the hotdog the least.

This is another favorite I've not visited in a bit, so I headed over to revisit their BBQ Chicken,…read morewhich is just available on Fri & Sat. This BBQ Chicken is much like that served at Real Q in Winston in that it is cooked over hard wood coals and is basted with the same sauce as their pork, there is no smothering, tomato ladened sauce here. This is excellent chicken.

Honestly best fried chicken in North Carolina. The sauce is good…read more The outdoor seating is a great vibe.

Slappy's was a really solid fried chicken spot, and I'm giving it 4 stars because there was a lot…read moreto like, but I think it has room to become a 5 star experience. The chicken itself was excellent. It was incredibly juicy, perfectly fried, and had a great crispy coating. My only issue was that the breading felt like it was missing a little something, maybe more seasoning, pepper, or some extra flavor. Growing up with places like Gus's Fried Chicken in Memphis and Nashville hot chicken, I think I naturally expect a little more punch from the chicken itself. The sauce they serve is more of a barbecue style sauce, and while it worked, I personally didn't love it enough for it to carry all the flavor. The sides were a mixed bag. The collard greens were really good and definitely one of the highlights. The coleslaw, though, was way too pepper heavy for my taste. Also, the piece of bread that comes with the meal was honestly not worth the calories. I'd rather see them either upgrade the bread or skip it altogether. One unexpected highlight was the pebble ice from the drink machine. Small detail, but it was awesome and definitely appreciated. Overall, I'd come back and try some different sides because the chicken itself is worth returning for. With a little more seasoning or some different sauce options, I could see this being a 5 star spot.