Chris&#x27;s

Super cute general store with a huge menu of options. They have sandwiches, pizzas, burgers, soups,…read morehomemade Mac and cheese and desserts. We walked around the store first. Tons of great drinks from the usual sodas in cans and bottles to some really cool imported sodas, beer and ciders. They also have a fountain with Puck's sodas which I tried and my husband chose a local beer from one of the coolers. The service was very friendly. Orders are taken at the counter and they brought our food to our table. We ordered off the specials menu so no guarantee the items we got will be available when you go. Everything sounded delicious and given this place has a reputation for being busy I would feel confident ordering anything knowing it is going to be great. I really enjoyed the whole vibe here. I will have to make it a point to come back again. It's about a 45 min drive from Winston but the drive is so beautiful it's totally worth it.

Counter service with a delicious breakfast and lunch menu. Some booths and a series of two top…read moretables plus outdoor seating for when the NC humidity isn't causing you to sweat your face off. Staff are super friendly. Menu is almost entirely locally sourced. The store also carries some locally made gift items like pottery and jewelry as well as a small but curated selection of pantry and first aid items for anyone renting a local vacation spot or camping.

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Outside store front.

The Mason Jar Cafe

4.5(28 reviews)

5.1 mi

2 ate for $29 before tip including desserts. What a nice place in the middle of Graham and Snow…read moreCamp! Love their coleslaw - great texture - Mac n cheese had a ritz cracker crust - yum! Catfish was perfect - service sweet and nice and clean place

Cozy little restaurant out in the middle of nowhere. Food and service were awesome. Prices very…read morereasonable on changing daily specials. Meat loaf was excellent, green beans seasoned perfectly and cooked with bacon/ham. Cheeseburger was fresh with crisp lettuce, tomato, and onion. The real prize here are the Hot Chips! Well worth the 1$ up charge

Dining area

Western omelette, grits, toast less than $7!

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Entrance

Graham Soda Shop & Grill

3.2(116 reviews)

5.4 mi

Just popping back in to say we still love this place! We live closer now and we went recently to…read moreshare a milkshake and apps and everything was delicious. They had a fryer down but they still made our order. The staff is always so kind. It's such a cozy spot with great local history. A must try in the area for sure!

Great food and the sweetest servers! Everyone is extremely nice. The restaurant is very clean and…read morecozy.

Daily specials & Dessert

Banana Split

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Ice cream

Sutton's At The Wrike

4.3(50 reviews)

5.4 mi

Had a good lunch at Sutton's At The Wrike the other day - a cool eating spot in a former drug store…read moreon Main St in Graham. The servers are super friendly and it's easy to spot historic items in the casual interior. The inside walls have all kinds of Tar Heels sports memorabilia (certainly worth it for a serious fan :) the food was good and [IMHO] a great value, why overpay at a chain when a mom-&-pop place can do much better? PS: If you're a fan of pebble ice, their fountain drinks can't be beat

These sammiches were out of this world. You don't have to ask where the meat is here. I about had…read moreto unhinge my jaw to take a bite. I mean, fresh, flavorful and reasonably priced...AND crispy fries as an add on??? Geddouddaheer!

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NC representing decor

Catrinas Tequila & Taco Bar

4.2(291 reviews)

7.8 mi

Quiet for mid-afternoon, but the food as always was delicious…read more I usually have a tazon (bowl with rice, pinto and black beans, lettuce, avocado, corn, crema, queso fresco, and your choice from a wide variety of proteins). But this time I tried something different - barbacoa tacos with elote. There barbacao was delicious with slices of avocado and topped with some crema. And the elote was out of this world. I've never had a bad meal here. The prices are reasonable and the service excellent.

I don't give many fives on a first visit and my overall first experience was a very pleasant…read moresurprise that delivered excellent fresh food, great margarita and service in very colorful atmosphere . We chose the place because it was close by where we were doing business in the area. From the outside I figured your run of the mill Mexican in a strip mall . As soon as we entered and seated by the friendly host we enjoyed the day of dead decor. We settled on a citrus shrimp dish served in a cast iron dish which was different, fresh, that includes a side salad that was filled with fresh veggies and rice to accompany the shrimp with warm tortillas. The daily special margarita was excellent and tasted better than expected for a daily special. I will make the 40 minute drive to return very soon.

Day of the Dead Decor is on point!

Barbacoa tacos and Elote (Mexican Corn)

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The Eddy Pub

3.8(222 reviews)

5.2 mi

We were in town for a concert at the Haw River Ballroom. We decided to have dinner at The Eddy Pub…read morebeforehand, and we're so glad we did! The setting is absolutely beautiful. Nestled along the river, it has such a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. The food was just as impressive. My parents both ordered the burger with fries, and they couldn't stop talking about how juicy and flavorful the burgers were. The fries were fresh, hand-cut, and perfectly cooked. I had the chicken tortilla soup, and it was delicious, comforting, and flavorful. The service was friendly and attentive. The Eddy Pub exceeded our expectations. Between the beautiful setting, great food, and excellent service, it's absolutely worth the trip. We'll definitely be back the next time we're anywhere near the area!

True to my word (see review from January 2025), we gave this place another try - this time for a…read morelunch for four. Three of us had sandwiches or wraps, and the fourth had a salad. The sandwiches were delicious, though difficult to eat as the breading kept falling off of the fried chicken since it was a bit too thick. The salad looked disappointing, though our guest is not one to complain. The fried halloumi cheese was too heavily breaded - at a proportion of almost 1:1 cheese:breading. Service remains sketchy. Unsweet teas were (eventually) refilled, but with sweet tea, etc. It's the only game in town, really. But if they want people to drive to Saxapahaw, they may want to up their game if possible.

Inside

Barbecue chicken flatbread

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Entrance

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q

Food in the service in this restaurant is exceptionally good, or has been every time that I've been…read morethere. I actually prefer the chicken to the barbecue here though.

After the Southern Farm Show in Raleigh, we stopped in on our way home. We love SCNB and usually…read morestop at another location on the way to the beach a couple times a year. The food is consistent between all locations as well as the cleanliness and friendliness of the workers. They always offer my daughter a balloon which makes her day and saves my sanity while we eat (at all of the locations we've visited). We are always greeted quickly, served fast, and the food is always hot and delicious. The red sauce will change your life. It is so good! I prefer the tender sandwich because I like to soak up the sauce in the bread, but my husband chooses tender snack each time. You will leave no crumb behind at Smithfield's!

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5 Stars Restaurant

4.8(11 reviews)

4.5 mi

The food was delicious and the portions were perfect for lunch. The service was friendly and prompt…read morefrom the moment we arrived. We decided to try this restaurant after seeing it recommended as the number one spot on Yelp several times. My daughter wanted waffles for lunch, so it seemed like the perfect opportunity to give it a try. She cleaned her plate, which says it all! I ordered the tacos as something different since I'd never had this style before, and I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were excellent, and the presentation was just as impressive. The restaurant was very clean, and the booth we sat in was comfortable. My wife is especially particular about restaurant restrooms, and she commented on how clean the bathroom was. We'll definitely be back!

We drove from Durham today and dined at this restaurant. They did not disappoint because the food…read morewas very tasty/delicious. Our waitress was a delight and attentive from start to finish. We started talking about our future dining experience with them before we even finished our meals. The atmosphere was was great for families, couples and solo.

Avocado Toast

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Their store front (formerly Dottie's)

The Verdict On the Square

4.1(174 reviews)

5.4 mi

Quick service with pleasant attitude. Small, quaint place with decent beer selection. Decent food…read moreselection. The Supreme Court was very good and roasted potatoes.

This place is the perfect hidden gem! We were headed to the outlets and found this cute little…read moreplace! Love the whole theme and they commit to it with their menu and beverage item names and I love it! Service was outstanding, food came out wicked fast and everything we got was delish! I love a good tuna melt and this one did not disappoint. Their homemade chips are outstanding! Definitely will be visiting again!

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David M.

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7 years ago

This hidden gem is one of my favorite to eat at very cheap and affordable very hot delicious food fresh ingredients! This is a 100% in my book and the service is excellent!!! Fantastic people! Always smiling and happy I would definitely come back again! read more

Cliff W.

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3 years ago

Good little hole in the wall burger spot. Good service down home feel. Cash only and they have an atm inside. Try the rolly burger!

Suzie D.

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4

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2 years ago

Love this place. If you are looking for a diner that has delicious food this is the place for you. The staff is always welcoming.

David B.

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11

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1 year ago

They are closed-looks like permanently. I drove 15 miles out of my way to figure that out.

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