Very charming find on my mountain trip! Dooley's is in the historic district right on Main St. They have done a very nice job on showcasing their old building. Very casual inside, with a pleasant patio adjacent. The menu had everything you can think of--burgers etc but also some gourmet and vegan choices. The experience is worth going off the beaten path. Also, it was delightful to see the local little kids running in and out of the wading pool/fountain outside the historical museum next door. read more

my friend and I both got a French dip. bread was hard and meat tough. neither one of us ate more than 2 bites. sweet potatoes fries were good though. after reading all the reviews we were excited to try it out. very disappointed. read more

Food and service always great! The cheesecake is homemade and is delicious Servers always very helpful read more

We had a great meal. We sat outside as we had our dog with us. Service was great. The food was fantastic with large portions. I ordered the boneless wings expecting sauced chicken nuggets but was surprised to get chunks of chicken lightly breaded and fried that were delicious. The breading was gluten free as were most of the sauces although I went with the Teriyaki which is not gluten free (I don't have issues with gluten). My wife got the French Dip special and my uncle got the mushroom Swiss burger. We all got the fries which were fantastic, similar to the fresh cut fries Five Guys has but maybe slightly smaller in diameter and a therefore a little more crunchy. I had an escaped delicious potato chip in my basket so assume they do fresh chips as well. I may try those next time. read more

Dooleys - Boneless wings with teriyaki and fries. - Bars Near Me - Wilkesboro, North Carolina

Man I had high hopes for this place! Decided to go on a drive through the Blue Ridge and somehow ended up on Wilkesboro. While in the area we decided to try Dooleys based on the high rating. This review is specific to their burgers as we both had a burger. I also had a beer... they had a decent selection, however mine was in a bottle although it didn't say anywhere if they were bottled or draft. Maybe they don't have draft, we sat outside so not sure. We went with the burgers as you usually can't go wrong. I've had burgers at a lot of places and they have always been pretty good to great. The burgers take up a large portion of the menu and they say they make them in house etc. Now... maybe they do have the best ingredients, I don't know, but it was the most flavorless burger I've had in a long time. No seasoning at all on that meat and the meat is very lean so no flavor from fat or anything. I ordered mine medium but it was very well done which did not help. I like a nice chargrill on my burger or a nice crust like some places do on the flat top. This unfortunately had neither. It was just a bland, dry patty. To add insult to injury the burgers we had were like $14 each! Fries were decent, but a bit soggy. Sorry but I can get a better burger literally anywhere for half the price. Service was good although the burgers did take a long time to come out. Our server was always checking in on us making sure we didn't need anything. Maybe their other items are better, but if you can't make a decent burger... I don't know if I can chance it again. read more

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The staff were all smiles. The food had a delicious taste. There is a huge variety in the menu an it will take a minute to find what you will love. My Philly was piled high an I asked for some aujus with it. My husbands ham sandwich was delicious. You can't beat the mac and cheese really!!! He had the potato salad an ate it all. read more

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The service was extremely accommodating and friendly. The food is big and delicious. The whole atmosphere finishes off an amazing time and there's a store connected that has so many good supplements and fun things to enjoy. I live about 70 miles from there and will go there for lunch often! read more

Service was great! There were six of us and had lots of requests but our server was very patient. The place is cute, a long bar to the left and tables to the right. Nothing fancy but a cool sports bar. The food lacked flavor. I ordered a French dip and the meat was extremely dry and cheese was extra! My friend ordered Philly cheesesteak nachos and they had a really strange smoky flavor that seemed unusual. Others ordered burgers and said they were just okay. I'd try it again but may be more discriminating on what I order. read more

Food was amazing and everything on menu Gluten Free option!! Beat burgers ground fresh per order, delicious rare roast beef, amazing french dip, really good Bloody Mary!! Service was great and owner very friendly making his rounds we will return! read more

Cheesesteak burger was good, sweet potato fries undercooked for my liking and tea was good. Service was very good.

This used to be my go to place when traveling through North Wilkesboro. Food was incredible! However, that is no longer the case. My wife and I ate there Sunday for lunch. We were not impressed. She had the meat loaf special and I ordered the French dip. My sandwich came out with no cheese on it. They had to take it off the bill. We decided to give them another try on the way back through to give them a second chance since this was our first bad experience. Stopped in on Tuesday night. My wife had the chicken taco special and I ordered the club sandwich with their famous homemade hand cut french fries. My wife said the chicken on the tacos tasted warmed over and without much flavor. She said the tacos were "missing something". I suggested that she pour some salsa on it to make it taste better. My club sandwich was OK even though they went a little heavy on the mustard. My issue was with the french fries. They came out cold like they had been sitting around for 45 minutes or so. I explained to my waitress that the fries were cold and she quickly offered to have them cook me some more. Take a look at the picture and you be the judge. Guess which batch came out first and which batch came out second. The second batch was nearly burnt and inedible. They were tough and tasted as if they were part of the original leftover batch that had been thrown back into the fryer to warm up. Since they were inedible, they took the French fries off the bill. We wasted time and money in an attempt to have a good meal. The next time we go through North Wilkesboro, we will not be eating at Dooley's. read more

Dooleys - Inedible fries. - Bars Near Me - Wilkesboro, North Carolina

We were part of a large group event. So we served the stuffed chicken with sauce. It came with green beans and a roast beef with veggies. It was delicious ! The food was served at the right temperature by friendly staff. Considering there were at least 40 of us to try and serve at once. I was able to talk with the owner/ chef. He gave us the history of the building and his background. I would recommend this place to anyone read more

Dooleys is a great neighborhood restaurant, right in the middle of Main St in Wilkesboro. If you are driving through and starving might I suggest a large cheeseburger, Carolina style with chili, mustard and onion? Or a huge Philly Cheesesteak, this menu in so vast, you might want to study before arriving. Lots of appetizers, salads and they even have pizza! Great local beer choices friendly service, a great place for some delicious food and local color. read more

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Had the best experience here! We were camping nearby and came into town with our dog--who is friendly but BIG. They were very accommodating and made sure to seat us separately from others to not cause any problems for us or others eating outside! The wait staff were very friendly and quick. The food was AWESOME--unique and tasty. The craft beer list was extensive and impressive. The owner even stopped by our table to make sure everything was up to par. Can't recommend this place enough! *Also a cool brewery across the street* read more

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Had the rare roast beef burger... SO GOOD!!! Service was great and the fries were too!

Ordered take out on our travels home to PA, waited an hour, kept asking the servers and host to check on order, they kept getting side tracked and then would say it's not ready. An hour later of waiting we got pushy to check, just for them to tell us they don't have an order under our name. Left hungry, annoyed, and well over an hour wasted on our travel. read more

Dooley's is a hidden gem in the historic Smithey Hotel building in downtown Wilkesboro, right next to the courthouse. pet friendly, with outdoor seating. Can highly recommend the "Hangman's Rare Roast Beef Sandwich" (get the small one, or else you'll end up taking half of it home). Also, the Good Gold Draft beer is excellent (careful, because it's about 8% ABV). My dog Gracie got lots of attention from other customers and the staff. Our waitress, Brittany, was charming and efficient. Highly recommend this place! read more

We stopped here on our way home from Hickory on a Sunday evening. The staff was super friendly and helpful, and our server made great food suggestions! We had the roast beef sandwich, buffalo chicken wrap, grilled chicken sandwich and BBQ chicken nachos with a piece of homemade cheesecake to go. Everything was delicious, especially the handcut homemade fries! read more

My back was glued to the chair by some unknown sticky substance, otherwise I would have left before the food arrived. Having been forced to wait, I was ambivalent about the food. It was American as American food can get. Nostalgia swept over me while the grease poured out from my burger. Unapologetically, it is what it is. Not good, not great, but maybe "classic". Service was great. read more

We ate here a few weeks ago and I had the permit a cheeseburger. It was absolutely wonderful highly recommend it we sat outside. It was a nice evening if it was delicious. Service was excellent. Our server was very diligent about making sure we had everything we need. read more

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If you're in the area you must give this place a visit. It's a large establishment and feels very significant to the community. Great beer selections, some of which are sourced from right across the street. They also have CBD drink options priced at $25. COVID compliant, staff wears masks. Amazing entree options and delicious sides. Outdoor and indoor seating. Open every day off week. Can't recommend this place highly enough. read more

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Nice Old Saloon with great food! Service was impeccable when I was here during my visit! I opted for the chicken salad sandwich. I hope you're hungry if you order it! It is thickly made sandwich, satisfying any large appetite. I really enjoyed my lunch here! read more

We have dined there three times in the past year. Neat place and really good food, lots of options. However, all three times we have had to wait forever for service and food. Our latest time, our waitress was having to cover a large party in the back inside part and several tables outside, makes no sense at all. Servers are spread way too thin and all over the place. I don't blame them, someone doesn't know how to run a restaurant. 20+ minutes once sitting down to even see your server is not good service. Never once saw a manager or anyone in charge. Was nearly an hour from when we sat down until we received our food. People that came in 25 minutes after us got their food before us. Good food but very poorly managed. Two stars only because of the good food. Sadly, three strikes and we are out... read more

Delicious good beer good food. If your in town and want a burger I highly recommend. If you are in fear of vampire I recommend the Garlic Burger. read more

The portions are huge and a great value. Our group ordered 3 different sandwiches and they all were great. Generous serving of fries as a side also. read more

If you have a gluten allergy or are celiac, you have found your food haven. We stopped here by chance and will now make a habit of coming every time we come this way. Everything on the menu is fresh and has a gluten feee option. ALL of the desserts are gluten free. Everyone was super friendly, we were served quickly and even the small portions are more than you can eat. Thank you Dooleys! I'm in love. read more

The vibe is cool the fries are good. It was pretty overpriced for the quality of food. The waitress was nice. The burger was over cooked. All the extras are a charge. Especially for items that are normally on the table as a condiment. They were not too busy so I can't give my normal rave for this dining experience. I cannot recommend this place at this time but it is a great location. read more

Food was very good, service excellent, good value. We will definitely go back the next time we are in the area.

Wings were great! The food is overpriced but good! Service was okay the wait staff should dress a little more professional.

Very fresh food. Great burgers. Staff are really accommodating. Nice neighborhood burger place.

The service was outstanding and the food was delicious. The burgers are made from fresh ground beef and are fantastic. They carry some local brews that were very tasty. The homemade chips were also spot on!! read more

Dooleys - Dooley's in Wilkesboro also has ample outdoor seating. - Bars Near Me - Wilkesboro, North Carolina

I went into Dooleys and ordered 2 double titos bloody Mary's. They tasted like water so I asked my server to check they were doubles. She came back and said they were. I had taken 2 sips of my drink and said then please take them back, have your manager take them off the bill please and I'll order something else. The server took away the drinks. Then a very rude and unprofessional woman came to my table and said she was the manager and the bartender and that those drinks were good! I asked her to try them because they weren't. She very rudely said I had to pay for them anyway. At this point there was nothing but water on my table. I had ordered food but none had come yet. So my boyfriend and I left. Now my picture is on thier website and Facebook stating that I dine and dashed! So im being slandered on the internet because of bad drinks bad service and bad management! I tried to contact the owner via Facebook and the locals and no one has contacted me. read more

Piss-poor service; meager food. It was cooler outside than it was inside. I can't wait to never go back.

Amazing dining experience with so many gluten free options from start to finish. Started with freshly prepared chips & hot pimento cheese dip--delicious! A large selection of GF ciders and meads! Black & bleu burger was long on bold flavor. Finally, it was a a difficult choice on all the many GF cheese cakes and pies. The warm apple pie was a fantastic finish. Server was very prompt and engaged. Atmosphere is iconic tavern with a healthy dose of historic ambiance. read more

Fast service, generous portions, and food was very good! It's obvious why they get consistently good reviews. read more

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What a fantastic find on our way to "Back of the Dragon" in Marion, VA. We were on motorcycles and took the local roads from Charlotte, NC that took us through Wilkesboro, NC. This is about the half-way point so why not open yelp and look for a good lunch spot. Dooleys does not disappoint. They make their burger patties in-house to order and cook it per your desired temperature. You can chose between 1/4, 1/2 or 1lbs!!!!! They have pretty fun burgers and we decided on the Mac&Cheese burger as well as the Blue-Cheese & mushroom burgers. I really enjoyed my Blue-cheese and mushroom burger. seasoned well and the melted blue cheese was just all the sauce I needed. Their house-cut seasoned fries were bomb! I think I even ate all of hubs' fries. He had the mac & cheese burger and even though it sounded like a tasty combo, it was a bit much for his tastebuds. He enjoyed the beef patty and kinda brushed of the mac n cheese to eat both separately. He didn't realize it was a heaping serving of mac that he'd get. Individually he liked it, but together was a bit much in his opinion. Staff was friendly, service was quick - there is a warning on the menu that the burgers may take longer as they grind their meat in-house, but I didn't even notice the time that passed. I used the bathroom here and it was very clean. Cool little thing we noticed in their logo was a hanging tree, which first we thought was kinda "dark" to say the least......BUT upon looking around the interior more, we saw that it actually has a significant history. There used to be a hanging tree located in front of the public square and that yes historically people were hanged. so after our lunch we walked around a bit to find it - only to learn that it was taken down. We did find the sign that used to mark the tree in the back of the courthouse building. read more

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DO NOT EAT HERE! Flies are everywhere. Hundreds of them. Dirtiest place I have ever seen. Fans on the tables to ward off flies. Fly traps on the walls. Kitchen staff with flyswatters killing them while we were eating. Do not even think twice about dining here. read more

Good food. Always busy. Friendly staff. Slightly more expensive than I expected. Overall a good spot

Ok, it is not fancy but it is everything you want in a great pub. Warm, dark, good food and great beer and cocktails. The staff is busy but very kind and surprisingly attentive. The live music is great, sometimes a little loud. It is a great place to just have a few drinks and hang around with friends. Definitely recommend and always go there when in Boston read more

May have been good at one point, but too many issues to be worthwhile now. The service wasn't great (missing items from our order) and the food was bland, overcooked, and tasted like frozen, boxed junk. Pirogies tasted like instant mashed potatoes inside an undercooked wonton wrapper. Boneless chicken was the driest I've had in recent memory. Hopefully this place gets back on track, seemed like it was better at one time. read more