Went here twice we enjoyed ourselves so much. Note: Make a reservations!!!…read more Oyster grilled or raw super tasty. Fresh and delish! We hit restaurant week and got the stake bacon. Yum! Lamb chops were well seasoned and cooked perfectly. The waitress had an excel of pour. Wish we would have had her the 2nd night. It was a great experience and food we went back the 2nd night which I RARE for me. I never go back twice in a row . It was 100 degrees with no reservation had us outside. I'll stop there. The lobster sliders were good and the oyster still just as good. It was consistent! .

Grew up in Hickory but now live out of state. When I pass through each year, I make it a point to…read moredine at the Standard Oyster Co. The menu changes from time to time, I've seen and tasted great appetizers like blistered shishito peppers, butter bean hummus, grilled octopus and beyond. For dinner and for me, sorry folks, it's Oysters. They always have an amazing, fresh selection of wonderful oysters from east and west. The service staff is always great and full of southern hospitality. 9/10 of the time I sit outside in the back, it's covered, and heated when cool or fanned when hot. If you're into oysters or other really good, fresh raw options, you gotta check this place out.

Really good pho. Healthy servings of brisket, rare steak, and meatballs. The broth was definitely…read moreon the saltier side but i didn't mind it at all. Quick service

We stumbled upon Pho Lodge while shopping at the mall--completely by accident while visiting from…read moreout of State. Inside, we were greeted warmly by a staff member and was told it will be about a 15 mins wait. They offer counter service--you order first, then find a seat wherever you like. The ambiance was a mix of cozy and rugged, with wildlife trophies lining the walls, adding a touch of charm. We tried two pho bowls: the broth was light yet flavorful, perfectly balanced, with tender slices of beef and fresh herbs that brought it all together. The kids' pho was a smaller portion meatballs, but just as satisfying, a perfect introduction for little ones. The papaya salad was crisp and refreshing. It was also was the best restaurant papaya I've had. It was pungent, tangy, sweet, spicy and paired well with our meal. The egg rolls were golden and crispy, packed with savory filling that was comforting and familiar. For drinks, the mango bobas stole the show--sweet, tropical, and fun with their chewy pearls. Pho Lodge is definitely on the top of our list when visiting Hickory.

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.

Carolina burger spot on! You better be hungry for one of their po-boy sandwiches! Onion rings spot…read moreon!

Customer service here has taken a MAJOR downturn recently. Our order was filled wrong. Refunds only…read morein cash or replacement IF you catch their mistake. CHECK YOUR ORDER before you accept it.

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.

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.

Best shrimp and grits I've ever had, down south! The plate was very hearty, it was tasty and very…read morereasonably priced. I did leave room for a warm and rich pecan pie that was topped with vanilla ice cream. Our servers Jaylon and Diana were very attentive and knowledgeable. Always kept our glasses full. There's some comments here on cleanliness, and I want to say that I am a very clean & ocd type of person. I found it to be exceptionally clean. From the moment we walked in, the staff treated us with that kind Southern hospitality. I highly recommend Fresh Chef! And do plan to come back.

Had the duo appetizer of cheese and pico. It is served with corn chips and I have a food allergy to…read morecorn and asked if they could bring a substitute.Which they did just for me of toasted bread slices. It was very good. I had the parmesan chicken, which was disappointing as it was not breaded. And was rather bland. My daughter had a large green salad with chicken. It was absolutely drowning in the dressing. So it wasnt enjoyable. Husband had shrimp and grits, which was very delicious. So I guess you consider this a mixed review based on results. Wait staff was excellent.

We recently ate at Carrabba's in Hickory, and while there were some things we enjoyed, the overall…read moreexperience could have been better. I ordered the lobster ravioli, which had a rich, creamy sauce and a nice lobster flavor, but unfortunately, our food arrived at the table cold, which definitely took away from the dish. For dessert, I had the cannoli cake, and it was easily a highlight of the meal. It was sweet, creamy, and decadent with that classic cannoli-inspired flavor, and the portion was perfect for finishing off an Italian dinner. Unfortunately, our table also hadn't been properly cleaned before we were seated, which wasn't a great first impression. The food itself had a lot of potential, but between the dirty table and our meals arriving cold, the experience fell short of what we expected.

Staff were great! Food was below par for me personally. Although the beefy lentil soup was…read moredelicious!