I first tried Smithfield's Chicken N' BBQ in the early 80's at their second location just off of…read moreHighway 70 in Clayton. The original Smithfield's was opened in Smithfield in 1977, with the Clayton operation beginning in 1979. Since then the restaurant has greatly expanded across the state, now totaling 41, with the 2 furtherest west being in Greensboro and Charlotte. Over the years, I've eaten at perhaps half of the Smithfield locations, and have rarely been disappointed, and in the few where I was, it centered on the service, not the food. As with so much in the restaurant area, things have changed and will surely continue to change with pork barbecue in North Carolina, reflecting changing tastes and changing processes. For example, fewer and fewer cooked over hardwood coals, and very few cook the whole hog - in fact, I think there are only 4 (all in the east) that still do - Skylight Inn, B's, Grady's, and The Pit. Smithfield very much mirrors the changing nature of NC BBQ over the last 30 years or so. The pork bbq for ALL locations is cooked in Smithfield and then shipped to the various locations. Obviously, what you get is less than just off the rack fresh. Still, if I'm close, then a pop in for a combo of bbq and chicken works. I like their slaw. the hush puppies are fair at best, the hot dog totally sucks, and the Chicken Tender Sandwich is really, really good! Don't consider this a destination bbq spot, but I will still go from time to time if driving by. There is some bad bbq sold in NC, but it is most often found at a grocery store or a convenience store - if it has gas pumps keep moving!

Service was fine. Order at the counter and a runner brings food to the table. It's a typical diner;…read morenot a lot of ambiance. Typical Lexington BBQ, which is fine, I guess, if you're into that. I do not like it at all. The bun was soggy. The fries were undercooked. They do have the nice crunchy ice, though.

Honestly best fried chicken in North Carolina. The sauce is good…read more The outdoor seating is a great vibe.

Slappy's was a really solid fried chicken spot, and I'm giving it 4 stars because there was a lot…read moreto like, but I think it has room to become a 5 star experience. The chicken itself was excellent. It was incredibly juicy, perfectly fried, and had a great crispy coating. My only issue was that the breading felt like it was missing a little something, maybe more seasoning, pepper, or some extra flavor. Growing up with places like Gus's Fried Chicken in Memphis and Nashville hot chicken, I think I naturally expect a little more punch from the chicken itself. The sauce they serve is more of a barbecue style sauce, and while it worked, I personally didn't love it enough for it to carry all the flavor. The sides were a mixed bag. The collard greens were really good and definitely one of the highlights. The coleslaw, though, was way too pepper heavy for my taste. Also, the piece of bread that comes with the meal was honestly not worth the calories. I'd rather see them either upgrade the bread or skip it altogether. One unexpected highlight was the pebble ice from the drink machine. Small detail, but it was awesome and definitely appreciated. Overall, I'd come back and try some different sides because the chicken itself is worth returning for. With a little more seasoning or some different sauce options, I could see this being a 5 star spot.

Food is good. Takes a second to get it. So it's fresh. Either eat there. Or order ahead.read more

Delivery people ate some of our food Never order delivery…read more Two Hispanic women got out from a black Toyota Camry

It's pretty much like canes. Chicken is fire, very good seasoning. Beats fast food chicken fingers…read moreall day.

We didn't eat in the restaurant but we did a pickup order. Holy cow! If the food was that good…read moreafter traveling 10ish minutes I can't wait to eat in the restaurant! We got two chicken sandwich combos and a kids meal. Fries typically suffer from being in a box and traveling but they were so good. Enough seasoning and crisp without being too crunchy. We got the regular chicken sandwich and a Nashville hot. The bun was spectacular and the chicken was so good! On the regular sandwich, the chicken was super crispy. The kids meal was good too! The kiddo preferred the fries (which last week she didn't eat fries so her reviews are pretty all over the place). She got a lemonade which we all tried and it was delicious! I would recommend ordering the lemonade.

Just dropped in for gas on the way home from Indian BBQ (really) so I was kinda bummed to find out…read moreI could have gotten fried chickens here - maybe next time. Meanwhile: this is a good location for filling up, it's a couple short blocks off southbound 85 at Winston, next to some other Lexington BBQ and across from some biscuit joint. Gas is a couple nickels more than near home but good for the area and great for being just off the interstate...

Well this spot is a regular small town gas station and convenience store, except for one HUGE…read morefactor....THEIR FRIED CHICKEN IS TO DIE FOR!!! In my opinion (And my family and most friends as well), they blow any KFC or Bojangles out of the water! Always crispy, Hot, Fresh, and not to mention Juicy!!! Their batter that makes the outside soo crispy is seasoned TO PERFECTION, if ya ask me....and I LOVE IT THERE! Their cashiers are always very polite and helpful. Store has always been very clean and well put together every single time I've been inside as well!!! If u need a quick fill up for your car and/OR your belly, DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED!!! 5 STARS FOR SURE!

This was one of the best fried chicken places I've ever been to! The chicken was so fresh and…read morejuicy. They have an array of sauces that were tasty. I personally loved the mango habanero sauce! Mac and cheese were delicious and the biscuits were heavenly! Service was so prompt and the person at the counter was so gracious! Clean establishment and cool sit down place to grab some grub!

This place used to be a 5-star restaurant for me. It had the best chicken I've ever had, and I…read morerecommended it to everyone. Lately, though, it feels like the owner or management has stopped paying attention. The food quality has declined, the health inspection score has dropped, and the overall experience just isn't what it used to be. Today was the final straw. I walked in, stood at the register for 10 minutes, and never saw a single employee. I could hear people talking in the kitchen, but even after the door chime sounded when I entered, no one came out to acknowledge me or offer to help. After waiting 10 minutes without being greeted, I left. I genuinely hate writing this because this used to be one of my favorite places. I hope they turn things around, but based on my recent experiences, I can't recommend it anymore.

My expectations were exceeded. I wasn't sure what to expect…read morefrom them but it definitely wasn't this. We put a call ahead order for some burgers, fries and a bbq plate. Estimated time was 15 min for everything. They accept cards, but prefer cash. For a double cheeseburger, 2 normal cheeseburgers, bbq special plate and 3 fries with an added side of creamed potatoes it was around $60? With tip. Whoever is back there cooking, I applaud them. This is some good food. It was seasoned perfectly. Burgers were thick and tasty. The BBQ chicken was moist and flavorful. Creamed potatoes were chunky and absolutely perfect. Mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy. Baked beans were sweet although I was not expecting onions in them but still very good. Fries were normal fries, did lack salt but I mean you're probably not here for the fries honestly. If you've never been here like me, please visit. This place is good. I highly recommend to anyone!

Fantastic place to get some very tasty food and the gal at the front of the restaurant was very…read morenice. I got the double bacon cheeseburger and it was one of the best tasting burgers I've had in years. The French fries and burger were hot up until it was consumed. I thought it was a little pricey compared to some of the other restaurants in the area but, the taste was worth it. It was my first visit but, definitely not my last. Can't wait to go back and bring my family.

I have been going to Danny's Place since I was in School. Always has great chicken and tater…read morewedges! Sometimes they have livers that the Hubby and child enjoy. Pizza by the slice hits the spot if wanting something small or they can make you a pizza with all the toppings! Friendly staff that always greets you with a smile and hello when you walk in. No tables to eat there, but worth getting to go and enjoying at home. While there grab a drink or i e cream from the coolers or some snacks from the shelves. Don't forget you lottery tickets!

Pizza and subs have always been the things I get here but they're always good and fast service.read more

I can see how every sugar addicted American could love this place. I found every single thing I…read moretried to be too sweet, including the reaper rub. Service was pretty good, about what we expected; and the atmosphere was as advertised, bright colors, loud music, lots to look at. HOWEVER! if you like sweet with your hot, this chicken is well marinated, fried extra crispy and cooked to perfection. the crinkle cut fries are fantastic, crisp on the outside and still soft inside, dusted with a seasoning that, for those who like sugar, would be great. I highly recommend this place to the right customer, that customer just isn't me.

The food tastes great but if you order food to go you need to check that it's correct before…read moreleaving. We've ordered to go twice and both times our orders are not all the way correct. First time the spice levels were not matching what we ordered and second time we payed extra for cheese fries and cheese on our sliders and did not get any cheese. Other than that the food tastes great, the fries are crispy but soft on the inside and chicken has always been juicy and a nice large piece for the sliders.

There are a lot of BBQ restaurants out there, but The Bone Yard has officially earned the #1 spot…read moreon our list! From the moment we walked through the door, the owners, Slim and his wife, Lynn, made us feel like family. Neither me, my family nor Slim are originally from Siler City, but you'd have thought we'd all known each other for 30 years. They were professional, genuinely welcoming, and went the extra mile to make sure everything was perfect. They brought our food out promptly and Lynn spent time working the room (lol) with her mix of warm, welcoming personality and a sense of humor that had customers smiling and laughing everywhere she went. Slim and I had a chance to chat a bit about his story, and at the same time he made sure everything was exactly the way it should be. Getting to know both of them and hearing about the journey they've been on over the last few years was honestly one of the highlights of our visit. Now let's talk about the food... absolutely phenomenal. The mild chicken wings were exactly what my family has been searching for ever since leaving the Southwest, where bold flavor and great food are simply the expectation. Today, I'm happy to report that The Bone Yard has officially become our East Coast BBQ spot! We sampled a little bit of everything, including the mild wings, a full rack of ribs, and a half pound of pulled pork topped with Slim's own Carolina mustard sauce. Every single item brought something unique to the table. Nothing tasted ordinary or mass produced. The ribs were tender, juicy, and practically fell off the bone. The pulled pork was packed with flavor, and that mustard sauce put it over the top. Every bite showed the care, passion, and pride that goes into the food. You can genuinely taste the difference. As I looked around the restaurant, all I saw were smiling faces enjoying incredible food, and I knew we weren't the only ones who felt this way. In our opinion, this is hands down the best BBQ we've had anywhere in North Carolina. Would we drive 40 minutes just to eat here again? Without hesitation... hell, we might do it again tomorrow. Five stars all day long. Incredible food. Incredible people. An unforgettable experience. Slim and Lynn have built something truly special, and we can't wait to come back. If you're anywhere near Siler City, do yourself a favor and make the trip. You'll leave full, happy, and already planning your next visit.

Well a hunt for somewhere quick while in Siler City yielded a true gem! I can't wait to come back…read moreon a smoked Saturday! Burgers were delicious with perfect bacon on it and the fries good, but dang the fried okra was outstanding! I'll have that every time! Banana pudding was 100% on point as well. Friendly service too! While I don't usually comment on cleanliness of a place, this place easily earned its 100 health score with everything being spotless. I'm looking for excuses to come back to Siler City!