It's just like "Cheers" and for those of you who don't know what that TV series is it's about going to a bar where everybody knows your name. They may not know your name, but you will be greeted as if you've been there forever. Great drinks! Love the bar! Always a happy welcoming, cozy atmosphere. read more

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Confusing entrance to get in the restaurant. Nice atmosphere for dining. Staff were very pleasant. But the food was average to sub-par. The Caesar salad was nothing special. The Cajun chicken pasta was bland. read more

Food was great, service was sweet . Cute town. I had filet and it was one of the best. Great price too read more

We have been going here for years. My husband has enjoyed the short rib tacos. But tonight they barely had any meat at all. Very disappointed in quality read more

Got to the copper penny and it's been over an hour and are still waiting to see food. When we called in to get a to go order we watched the girl pick up the phone and hang up on us. Never coming back. First and last time. read more

Tammy was are waitress . She is the best. She is on point and makes this place number 1 as my Saturday night go to.

Food is delicious, I have not found any meal that wasn't good. Sometimes the service is a wait because we love it so.

First, the girls at the bar are very sweet and efficient . The young hostess at the entrance seemed a little bewildered. There really is no ambiance in the place. The main room appears to look sterile. The waitress, in her casuals, was very efficient. The fried pickles contained too much oil. The Prime Rib Thursday is really nothing to write home about. The meat doesn't even look like a prime rib, but it was tasty. It is certainly not worth the $21 charge. My mashed potatoes were "stone" cold and the gravy was brought in a plastic container. It does get very crowded toward the seven o'clock music time and the parking lot really fills up. This is a place where people can go after work in their casual clothes. The work and kitchen help is done by mostly young kids that are dressed rather slovenly. read more

This place was walking distance of where we stayed in town. Lunch special today was fried shrimp tacos with cilantro lime sauce. They were fantastic! My husband enjoyed his burger although cooked a bit more than medium. The fries are perfection, crispy and flavorful. We'll be back for sure. read more

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Hannah and Leah are absolutely awesome. Food is great. Service was the best we've had in a while. Thank you ladies.

Took my vegetarian mother there and they served her beef. She ordered a black bean burger and got a blue cheese beef burger. On the other hand, their salmon is fantastic so you decide read more

This restaurant is great only if you know what to order! The bartender girl with all the tattoos certainly can't mix a gimlet, old fashion or a manhattan without checking her phone for a long time and still the drinks were not made right. She shook the cocktails so hard with ice, that the drinks were watered down and didn't even fill the glass. Guess she's better at serving beer and wine. Meal was good but the ribeye steak was ordered rare and came out medium. Probably because it was so darn thin! Fried pickles had no pickle taste, also too thinly sliced and over coated with breading. Onion pedals were ok and fried mushrooms were great. All the food servers were sweet and attentive. read more

Food was great, outside area was perfect since we had our dogs with us. Little seated area with a fan and water bowls. Service was lacking, had to walk inside each time to get our drinks, food, and check. It was July 4th though so hopefully that was why. Overall it was a perfect place to eat if you have your pups with you and we will be back! read more

Since relocating to the area i've had several opportunities to dine there. Their food and service both are excellent

This place is very middle ground food is just ok. Price is just ok. service is ok we had good to blah experience here.

Food was amazing! The fritters are outta the world!! Our waitress was very nice and she kept the tea flowing!! We came on a night there was live music. Great choice!! Will be back very soon! read more

Service was fantastic, food was above average taste wise. I got the Cajun mahi fish tacos. There was far more pico and lettuce than fish, but the flavor was still nice. Very comfortable environment, this is definitely geared more toward comfort bar food; but they do have a large variety of options on the menu. Would be a great place to meet up with friends for a beer and apps/bar food. Music not loud at all. read more

We go for the drinks and to meet friends, not for the food. Last year, it used to be good now, won't eat there. The one in Forest City is better but still, just for drinks. read more

Food was good and service was really good. We came in very late (long day) and expected that the employees would be trying to close up and not too happy about us coming in. Instead, we were greeted with a smile, really good service, nice portions / good food and boy did we need it ... we were so tired! read more

Great service as always the menu has good choices. The prime rib sandwich is a must try. Add blue cheese crumbles and you will not be disappointed. read more

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Was overnight in the area, getting ready to work with Scouts at Camp Bud Schiele. Needed to have dinner and the Holiday Inn Express recommended. Sure am glad I came. A huge building, ware house like, massive parking lot full of cars. Made me wonder if I was in the right place and if I had made the right choice. I got them both right. Inside is pretty plain. Tables and booths are all over in this very large, jam-packed eatery. I sat at the bar. Nicest people on both sides of me and Chris G. was the bartender and she took good care of me. Ordered a Manhattan ($6) and settled on a ribeye steak ($18.99), potato salad and salad with ranch. I mention the salad dressing since I had to pay $1 for the ranch dressing. I thought that pretty high price, especially at a local bar, so my expectations were low as I waited. The steak came and it was perfectly done to my order. Surprised, I cut into the meat and nearly staggered off of my chair. It was wonderful! Tender and very tasty...like a good steak should be. There was nothing left on my plate, which I nearly licked clean along with a second Manhattan. All the while there was continual dialogue with my bar mates and bar tender. Very friendly and left full, happy and pleased. Excellent place for families. My guess is that you will need reservations, esp on weekends. read more

The wife and I stopped here after the Food, Art and Brew Festival and were glad we did! They are dog friendly, we had our chihuahua in her stroller with us, and accommodating her with a pup cup of water. I had the black and bleu ribeye, baked potato and broccoli and the wife had the French dip and fries. The ribeye was so delicious, cooked the rare that I asked, flavorful and very well seasoned. The baked potato was baked completely and filled with butter and sour cream and somebody in the kitchen actually cut the broccoli fresh instead of dumping broccoli pieces and stems from a bag. The wife loved her sandwich. The sweet tea is that syrupy southern sweet tea that we can't find up here in Cincinnati and they kept my cup full and my wife enjoyed the two local beers she had. So glad we stumbled into the joint and recommend you do the same! read more

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Great place to have a great meal. We always sit at the bar so we can enjoy conversation with one of our FAVORITE Employee's there. If you see Freddy say we sent you.... read more

# g r a t e f u l (Ohana Family ) We were down here on a moving job and decided to get something to eat for lunch customer highly recommended this place and I am so glad they did amazing service could not have asked for better food we will definitely be back we might even go a lot out of our way next time highly recommend read more

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My little family group just had a genuine 5 star dining experience at the Cooper Penny restaurant in Rutherfordton N.C. This was our first time to have lunch here; we loved it! We've dined at the one in Forrest City several times but this location is just as great! Please see our pictures that are posted! The food was very, very, good ! The service from beginning to end is most commendable! I've never , ever had a meal that I didn't enjoy in the triad cities Spindale , Forrest city, or Rutherfordton N.C, ! These North Carolina folks have a knack for making customers and visitors feel welcome! I do strongly recommend the Copper Penny restaurant to everyone ! Thanks, folks !!!!! read more

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CPG has a menu with many excellent choices. From the variety of delicious soups, salads (The Rutherford is a personal favorite), excellent pasta dishes, sandwiches and burgers coupled with delicious sweet potato fries, many more options. With the exception of one server, of all the meals we have had, the servers were pleasant and quick to make a recommendation when asked. The ambiance is casual, making everyone comfortable including your four legged fur~babies who are welcomed in the outdoor dining area. If you have not been to the CPG in Rutherfordton, give it a try ! read more

After moving a family member across town we were really tired and hungry. One of the closest spots was the CPG. Cool exterior/interior and friendly staff. Two of us got tacos (shrimp and pulled pork) Both were huge servings- like enough for three people! I got the Philly cheesesteak which was tasty. All the sides were pretty typical; fried stuff, salad and a couple veggies. Needless to say, we brought a lot of food home. read more

Food was really good, highly recommend this place if you're in the area!! Friendly and prompt service, restaurant is clean and they did a really nice job renovating the place!! read more

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Went in on a weekday afternoon, and from the beginning, this place felt welcoming. The bartender, wait staff, and managers were all awesome. The drinks were strong but not too strong. The food was phenomenal and the prices for what we had were in line. Overall, I love this place. The atmosphere, motif, and energy. What would I change? Not seeing the pregnancy test in the Women's room. read more

Service is slow, slow, slow Place has great potential but has seriously declined since it opened. read more

We only stopped in for a quick drink and a small bite while we were exploring the town. Beer selection was on point and the nachos were had were awesome. We would love to return in the future. read more

I wish I could give CP Zero stars. I ordered a medium rare filet mignot. It came out well done. I just took it home to the dog! Copper Penny ruined my evening and for my trouble they gave me $5 on a $40 meal. How nice of CP! This is the third time they overcooked too. I don't think I'll be back. read more

Great food, service, and atmosphere. We will definitely come back. There are several items we want to try.

The service was amazing! Atmosphere was chill and omg the food!!! Every thing we ordered was great!! read more

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The servers here, along with the outstanding food and generous portions, makes this my favorite place to go out in town! It's always lively with friendly people and a great set-up with options for outdoor dining, bar dining, live music, regular restaurant seating and good times. read more

Nice surprise small town place. We got great service from the time we met the hostess to the time we left. The food was excellent and the drinks were good. Great selection or food and drinks. Nice crowd. I'll be back next time I pass through town. read more

Great place to take dogs. They were even given a fresh water bowl and pup cups free of charge! Food and service were great and it was very crowded. read more

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Better than average bar food, we've eaten here half a dozen times and never been disappointed from appetizers to burgers to sandwiches to plates. Service can be a little slow but the atmosphere and people watching make up for it. read more

Went with my son and also got carry out for the rest of the family. In a touristy area, I wasn't expecting much, but the food was very good. Service was quick if curt and the value for money was really great. Mahi tacos looked fantastic. Pimento cheese burger was really great. Onion petals were a pleasant surprise as well. Would eat there again if in the area, for sure. read more

The food has alway been good! I eat out really but I love Cooper penny!! I love going in the warmer months because they can open the big garage doors to allow the cool air in and any breezes that may be blowing. Do do have a patio to also eat out on! read more