While my husband and I were traveling in our RV I happened to notice the Harbor Inn Sign, and we…read moredecided to give it a try. The place is neat, clean, with very helpful and patient servers. And the food was absolutely delicious and affordable. I wish we had Harbor Inn in Miami.

We gave it another shot and things were a lot better. Our hostess and waitress were both very…read morefriendly and the food was great, clean and quiet maybe our last visit a month ago was just a bad day for everyone. They have really good food.

WOW!! Now check this out, my wife and I work in Los…read moreAngeles and stay in Santa Clarita for a good portion of the year. These two cities are both in "northern Mexico aka southern California"!! When we're not working, we LIVE OUR BEST LIVES near the town of Hickory, in North Carolina. Now working and staying where we do, you know we're blessed with some of the best Mexican food on earth, but in Hickory, North Carolina?, and it was seafood too....whaaaaaaaaat?, nooooooo! way!! Yes Way!! Oh Lawd, El Vallartazo was EPIC!! We had a large order crab Nayarit, way too much for two people and a pescado guajillo & garlic red snapper, fried to perfection!! Again, way too much for two people... I need to mention the tostadas with ceviche along with the two salsas that are both served before the meal are absolutely amazing!! Now what impressed me the most was of course how fresh and delicious the food was but even more so it was the hospitality that made this evening so nice. From the time we walked in and sat down to the end of the meal when we were the only ones in the restaurant because they were actually closed at this point, but never made us feel rushed the entire experience was great!!

Our entre meals & the service was good overall! The restaurant is very nice and clean on the…read moreinside! However I wasn't a fan of the sides (the rice and beans). The beans weren't good at all & the rice was a little dry. I personally didn't like the complimentary ceviche it had a wet dog food consistency. It was free though, with a side of tostadas so I cannot complain!

Fantastic! I was in town and went by myself for dinner. I got the Zorba salad with grilled chicken,…read moreClams with old bay, and Oyster with garlic parm as their mango marg. They get their seasoning from a local vendor and it's the best old bay I've ever had. I ordered the Oyster Stew and Shrimp Ceviche originally but they were already out for the day. Sherri was my server. She made the experience a 10/10! She was so friendly and made the evening enjoyable since I went later and not many people were there. Highly recommend her and will be back with family to see her again to try the ceviche, oyster stew and get more clams!

Great local Oyster bar offering southern to cold Canadian water Oysters and in between. If you…read moreappreciate a high quality, well-presented offering then check this place out. Rick is an amazing bartender who puts out delicious craft cocktails and elegantly prepared classics. Great night out with friends at a great place..

The ambiance is always great, service is wonderful along with HOT, FRESH AND DELICIOUS food!read more

Well, it's just this simple....if you are in the Hickory area or happen to visit, then do yourself…read morea favor and patronize this place. This was our first experience and it definitely won't be the last. Where do I begin....well, from the very beginning, when we walked in, we were met with a pleasant hostess, who was smiling and eager to assist. We were immediately seated and greeted by our waitress, who was very knowledgeable and able to provide us with every detail of the menu, as well as, offer food suggestions. It was hard for us to make a decision because they offer a wide variety of choices. Our food arrived fairly quickly considering that it was Father's Day and pretty busy. The food was excellent and full of flavor. You could certainly tell that it was cooked and prepared with skill....remarkably good! We are some pretty hard people to please and they certainly exceeded our expectations! The customer service and professionalism by the owners and staff is outstanding! We were greeted by the owner, Mrs. Chanika who came over and introduced herself. She shared stories with us about the establishment and also checked on us throughout our dinner. I was highly impressed. After dinner, we sat outside on the benches in front of the restaurant and discussed what a delightful evening it was. They offer such a comfortable and welcoming environment and we did not want to leave! The Galley made Father's Day an enjoyable and memorable experience for my husband and his brothers! We are already planning our next visit.

Quality fish, Prime beef, extremely clean place and some great people! The service is top shelf…read moreas they know their products and are happy to provide coaching on preparation. Really Great Place, People and Products!

I will be honest, although the name implies a seafood place; i go to get land animals! The prices…read morereflect the quality of meat you are getting. I am from the Chicago area and miss my black angus steaks. This is the closest i can find in the area to provide quality beef. You can't ask for better staff every time i have been. They will talk with you and inform you in things that you don't know or understand about their products for sale. It does reasonable what you would expect from a fish market, and obviously the fish smell is there. So if that bugs you sorry, i am not a fan but it is what it is.

Good food at a reasonable price. Fast and friendly service. Clean…read more The complementary hush puppies were unexpected and ridiculously good. The jumbo fried shrimp came out hot and golden; fries were nicely done (crinkled and crisp); slaw was finely cut and creamed up just right. The tartar sauce was exceptionally good. The young lady who served it all was cheerful and polite. A tip of the hat to Tex's.

The food was definitely hot but no seasoning on anything. The hush puppies were bland and…read moredefinitely wasn't worth the drive

I got the steak salad (forgot the name) with bacon vinaigrette but it was the absolute best salad…read morei've ever had in my life. we went during the week during lunch and there was only one other person there. our waiter was nice, not super attentive but we got everything we needed. the food took about 25-30 minutes to come out but mind you we were six people and all ordered some kind of meat or steak. the building is very cool, right next to the train tracks. i'd go back just for the salad, worth a try if you're looking for a new place!

A few weeks ago, my wife and I stopped by Hickory Station for a quick supper. We had our dog with…read moreus, so we took advantage of their ample outdoor seating, which is one of the things we appreciate about the restaurant. Between the two of us, we've been here at least four or five times over the years, and I've also had several business lunches here. I genuinely wish I could say it's a restaurant I love and frequently recommend, because there is a lot to like about it. The building has character, the location is great, and the overall atmosphere is charming. Unfortunately, the experience itself has consistently left us underwhelmed. Every time we visit, the food is just okay--nothing particularly memorable or worth going out of your way for. The service has also been consistently slow, and on this most recent visit, that trend continued. We keep telling ourselves we won't come back, but after six to eight months we'll think, "Maybe we should give it another shot." Sadly, we usually leave feeling the same way we did the time before. What makes this especially frustrating is that the restaurant has so much potential. The setting is wonderful, and we genuinely want to like it. However, after multiple visits over several years, it feels like the food quality and service simply haven't lived up to the atmosphere. My biggest suggestion would be to focus on improving the consistency and quality of the food and to encourage the service staff to be more attentive, friendly, and proactive. A little hustle and hospitality can go a long way. At this point, there are simply too many other good dining options in the area for me to enthusiastically recommend Hickory Station. To those about to dine, I'd honestly look elsewhere.

Fantastic food, wonderful service. The pork chop had a perfect sear and the topping gave a really…read moregood fruity flavor. I liked that there was a separate room for large parties, it kept the overall ambiance relaxed. Dessert could have been better. It wasn't bad,it just didn't match the level of the food. We chose the apple dumplings.

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.

Copper Penny Grill in Hickory was a great first experience, and we will definitely be back. The…read morefood, drinks, atmosphere, and service all exceeded our expectations. We ordered the Cedar Plank Salmon, and the bourbon bacon glaze was outstanding. We also tried the Buffalo Chicken Flatbread, which had the perfect balance of cool ranch flavor and just the right amount of spice. For drinks, we enjoyed the Bananas Foster Old Fashioned, Maple Old Fashioned, and the Gummy Flight. Each one was well-crafted and delicious. One of the highlights of this location is the waterfront setting. We requested outdoor seating and were seated on the upper-level deck overlooking the water. There was live music at the lower-level outdoor bar on Saturday night, and we could still enjoy the music from our table upstairs while taking in the view. We were seated quickly, and every staff member we interacted with was friendly, attentive, and helpful. Although Copper Penny Grill has multiple locations, the Hickory location's waterfront atmosphere makes it especially memorable. If you're looking for great food, creative cocktails, live music, beautiful views, and excellent service, Copper Penny Grill in Hickory is well worth a visit. We look forward to returning and trying more of the menu.

I've already left a review before but this place still…read moreremains one of my favorites. brought my dog out here and he sat at the bar. the bartenders were friendly as usual! food was amazing! and i got my dog a chicken breast. they offered him a water bowl & all! been coming here for 3+ years. some good & off experiences but that's with any place! give it a try for dog friendly, water vibes, live music, full bar, & an assortment of food options!

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.

Really great food. I had never had Peruvian before and was unsure what to order, but you can't go…read morewrong ordering here! The service was great and the food came out quickly. Great pricing for such quality food. The restaurant was a bit loud but it was a very enjoyable meal.