Food is usually pretty good but always takes a very very long time currently have been waiting 15…read moremins passed the latest time they said it would be ready and it's not even popular right now I ordered ahead of time at least 25 mins before I showed up to the store me and my husband really enjoy wingstop but this location needs some changes

We used to come to this Wingstop location but stopped for a while because it had gotten a little…read moregrody. We decided to give it one more try months later--and I'm so glad we did! The place was spotless, the food was fresh and way better than other Wingstop locations, and Susan (the manager) was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and clearly running a great team. Such a turnaround. We'll definitely be back!

Every time I had the Kentucky bourbon wings, I had digestive issues after the fact. Maybe just me…read moremaybe not.

I haven't been here since they've opened in the early 2000's and the quality has gone down…read moretremendously. What happened to the super crispy wings? The chicken wings didn't taste too fresh. The tater tots were disappointing. Average customer service. The beer was the best part.

Came in on a Saturday night and had a great experience. Our server was very attentive and checked…read moreon us often. The food took a little while to come out, but it was worth the wait--everything was great.

The service was good, waiter was friendly and quick. Wings and beer were great. Good spot to grab…read morewings and watch a game

We recently stopped here on our way from NC to VA, and we think this will be part of our travel…read morerotation. We look for highly rated restaurants, close to the interstate and which have outdoor seating because we have dogs. Bringing water for our dogs and cups to take our sweet tea with us, our server, Kiersten, was the epitome of friendly southern hospitality. The barbecue was delicious. You could see the smoker on the property. What set this apart was the choice of sides. There were several sides such as green bean casserole and creamed corn that you don't see at other barbecue joints. We will definitely be back on our next trip to NC.

Tried Hugh Q's BBQ and honestly... pretty mixed experience…read more The cheese curds were hands down the highlight -- uniquely made, you could tell they were fresh, and they came out crispy and full of flavor. Easily the best thing on the table and definitely worth trying. Unfortunately, everything else just didn't live up to it. The BBQ and brisket were a letdown -- lacking flavor, not as tender as expected, and just didn't have that true smoked BBQ quality you look for, especially in a place like Hickory where the standard is high. Service and atmosphere were fine, nothing bad there, but when the main focus is the food, it just didn't deliver the way I hoped it would. Left feeling disappointed and honestly wishing I had gone somewhere else. Might give it another shot down the road, but based on this visit, it didn't live up to the hype for me.

Good chicken and waffle fries. The mild was a little spicy but good. Good value. Medium priced. Got…read moreHangry sauce and Ranch for sauces. All good. Service was fine. The restaurant was cold, fairly clean. Ample seating. Kinda tricky to get into if coming from downtown Hickory, must do a u turn. Would recommend.

Good food and polite service but very slow. I went mid day a little after lunch and there was only…read moreone person there before me. Art on the inside was cool and tables/floor was clean. The cashier was very polite but the cooks took a long time. I ordered the fried chicken wrap with Mac n' cheese and everything was good. Cashier was ready for my order well before they were finished and she double checked my order before calling for me. Good enough, would go again.

Overall a good experience. Open late when most other places are closed in Hickory and compared to…read morethe national chain restaurant across the way this is leaps and bounds better. Good selection of typical bar foods, with decent sized portions and multiple TV's going so you can keep up on whatever event you may need to. Service might have been a little slow, but the place was very busy being one of the few open, so I give the staff a pass, as they were running around trying to keep up. If you need a late night snack this is the best place in Hickory, if other places are open and you have choices, this would still be a good stop to check out,

Went in for the Tuesday burger special. It had been years since we were in and thought why not…read more First thing in the door Shane, one of the managers greeted us and seated us. Our waitress, Elaina came by and got our drink order. She returned promptly with drinks and we ordered. When the food was ready, Shane actually delivered the food. I asked him a question that he left to find out. Shortly he sent another person with the answer because he had gotten pulled away - wow, nice. Elaina then also came by and checked on us as well. Seemed everyone was working together to offer great service - don't see that too much anymore.

Love Bubblys! Great food, great service, portions are awesome, location is great and the price of…read morethe food is also great. Definitely recommend!

Absolutely disgusting. One of the filthiest restaurants I've ever seen. Some of the worst food I've…read moreever eaten. The littered parking lot and dirty front door should have told me to not walk in. But, I thought maybe I was being too "judgy" and plucked up my courage. Since They billed themselves as Asian fusion, I was hoping to see some unique Thai, Korean Japanese, etc offerings. I asked the gal at the front counter for suggestions and she recommended French fries. Fries are your best dish?!? She couldn't answer any of my questions about the rest of the menu. Strike 1. A phone call came in while we were discussing the menu and she took it. While she was on the phone, I noticed all the upcharge signs. A 4% charge for using a credit card. A charge if you want a chili oil. A charge if you wanted a cup of water. A charge saying all sauces are extra. Strike 2. I finally settled on one of their "Fan Favorites" - a pork ramen bowl. Paid (no, I'm not tipping you for taking my order) and sat down. The tables all looked really dirty. But I couldn't tell if it was dirt or rust. I sat down and immediately noticed dozens of dead bugs in the dust on the windowsill. They were on the floor, too. And they were flying all over the place trying to get out of the windows. Maybe I should have followed their instincts and tried to get out too. Strike 3. I picked up my dish when the buzzer rang (Seriously, WHY are you asking for tips?). First impressions were that it looked really bland. Basically a bunch of wet noodles and a half of an egg and some sketchy looking meat rolls. I dove in and it was just pure salt. No other flavors. Salty AF. Tried the meat. It was supposed to be "fatty pork" and it didn't disappoint...in a bad way. Stringy globs of inedible fat. It was so gross, I dumped it all. Strike 4. While exiting, I looked at the other diners meals. Most of them had the fries. Maybe I should have taken the cashier's suggestion...

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.

When we first drove into the parking lot, there was a homeless man soliciting at the entrance…read more Then there were three more homeless people standing at the entrance of the restaurant, smoking cigarettes. One of whom did not have any shoes on. I wanted to leave, but my wife had her heart set for Popeyes. Once we completed our order on the app, the shoeless homeless woman entered the restaurant and was greeted by an employee. This employee obviously knew the woman and they began to socialize. His Popeye's t-shirt was very dirty, and he wore clothing that did not suit a restaurant environment and was not clean himself. Another employee stated that dirty employee was a cook/maintenance person. After socializing, the dirty employee went back into the kitchen without washing his hands. The bathroom did not appear to have been cleaned in a while. There were no paper towels. The door handles of the bathroom and restaurant were dirty. The table was not particularly clean. There were homeless people who were allowed to come and go in the dining area and the bathroom. Once we got our order, we immediately left. Upon exiting the restaurant I noticed a machette leaning against the trash bin. I went back into the restaurant and alerted the manager. She had an employee retrieve the machette. I also let her know about the dirty employee, and alerted her to the fact there were multiple homeless people in her parking lot. She did not seem surprised and did not seem to care. I further alerted another employee (Nathan) to the fact that there were additional homeless people hanging out in the dumpster shelter, and suggested they call Hickory Police to take care of the issue. Nathan actually seemed to care about the condition of the area. I expressed to the manager that I did not feel comfortable eating the chicken that we had purchased. She offered a replacement, but did not offer a refund. We chose to leave the location and expressed that we would not be returning to this location ever. At time we are reluctant to return to ANY Popeyes. We left the restaurant without eating our order. When we go home, we observed that the chicken appeared to be stale and overcooked. I had eaten worse and was very hungry, so I took a chance, and ate it. I pray I don't get ill.

ZERO SANITATION !…read more Went into the Popeyes in Hickory today 1/15/25 for lunch. Upon entry, I noticed the doors and windows were disgusting. We were the first people there for lunch. The male employee taking our order had zero hair net or gloves on. I didn't find out until halfway through eating my food that there was a hair in my chicken strips. Totally lost my appetite. Then I look up and I see not one, but two ceiling lights with a fly stuck to both of them and hanging above our table and the table beside ours.

We arrived at 6PM as a party of 6 for my mom's 98th birthday. Although they were very busy and…read morethere would have been a 30 minute wait indoors, it was a lovely evening and we opted to be seated outside on their patio, which was spacious and very comfortable. We were seated promptly by our waiter, TJ. My order, Asian Chicken wrap, was delicious, and was a very generous portion. I had truffle fries on the side, also delicious. Everyone agreed that their food was outstanding. TJ, our waiter, was a standout part of the experience. He was very personable, prompt, checking on our needs, refilling drinks, etc, even though his area had filled up very quickly and he had many tables to keep an eye on. No complaints on any aspect of this experience, and if you want the very best service, ask for TJ!

Oh not sure if the staff was having a bad day today, but unfortunately my husband and I did not…read morehave the best food at Backstreets at the Hickory location. For food, I ordered the fried pork chops with Mac and cheese and mashed potatoes (gravy on the side). While fried pork chops were tasty and well seasoned, the mashed potatoes had the perfect texture but lack any seasoning. Very very plain. Mac n cheese was a hard pass. I ate one noodle and quickly pushed the whole bowl to the side. I also had a margarita, usually a pretty easy drink to make. This one had a bit too much sour mix. My husband had the ribs with mashed sweet potatoes and parmesan French fries. The sweet potatoes and ribs were tasty but fries were a pass. Our server was very sweet and attentive. Overall, it was a mixed experience. Some parts were really good, others not so much. But don't let this review deter you from trying Backstreets as we love the Columbia location.