Marco&#x27;s Pizza

Favorite local diner and ice cream spot. Order at entrance for food. The ice cream is the best…read more Milkshake is amazing and served the old fashioned way. The front counter is for ordering ice cream items. There is a freezer for selecting quarts and pints of ice cream It's the real thing and very nostalgic. Super casual place. Relaxed and comfortable don't let the rundown look sc Easy parking but often crowded parking lot Want a local spot then this is it

Tony's is a Bucket-List Must Do in Gastonia…read more I've been here many times (my Bride is from Gastonia), but I've never eaten a meal here...looks great. The Ice Cream is wonderful; I always get a Milkshake with a Scoop of Ice Cream. Great Small Town Vibe and Ambiance. Service is one-on-one and super-friendly so ask any questions and get exactly what you want!

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Floyd & Blackie's

4.3(130 reviews)

7.8 mi

I'm breathless and speechless. That was amazing. Can't wait to go back and hike crowders and go…read moreback. That place was insane. We had crepes, omelettes, cofffee, and the most insane brownie cookie dough bar. SO GOOD AND S/O server Mia vibes so good

Returned to Floyd's & Blackie's this year ( again with a large party of 14) but had a totally…read moredifferent and satisfying experience this time. Overall service was very good; our server was pleasant, attentive and patient throughout our stay. Our party mostly ordered the various burger options ( all were juicy and served with mayo ) served with either fries or a side salad and I'd recommend the Hangover Burger myself. The spicy chicken sandwich was another good option for chicken lovers. Again we passed on the pastries but the ice cream was very good. I again witnessed the tale of two restaurants as the primary business and labor focus appears to be on the ice cream, baked goods and pastries side which did impact the in dining side service of the business. Could just have been a staffing issue but something to be aware of when considering table service. Overall restaurant offered friendly service and good food that's reasonably priced.

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The Peach Cobbler Factory

3.3(29 reviews)

4.3 mi

I did a mobile order so I can't speak to the location, parking or ambiance of the space. I also…read morecan't speak to the service besides they got it right. I ordered a strawberry cobbler shake which was gone so fast, I didn't take a photo. It was definitely a strawberry cobbler shake which was extremely flavorful and yummy. I love cherry cobbler which is a hit. Now that I know this location is close to me, I may be in trouble. Love their cobbler. Want to try a few others things next time I order. I also plan to get the app and go in.

I went to this establishment twice in two weeks! I'm a cobbler connoisseur. I grew up eating my…read moreaunts homemade cobbler's and these cobbler remind me of the South! These are by far the best cobbler I have ever tasted outside of my aunts cobbler! I can't say enough about the cobbler crust and the moistness of the cobbler. I highly recommend the sweet potato cobbler and the caramel apple cobbler and the blackberry cobbler and a cherry cobbler! I definitely plan on visiting this place again soon! Also like a cup of ice ice cream that comes with the meal I wish they had specials on certain days like maybe buy one get 1/2 off on a Wednesday. But, overall you get your moneys worth.

DESSERT FLIGHT and SIDE ICE CREAM

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Candy’s Cheesecake Shoppe

4.2(9 reviews)

4.6 mi

Pleasantly surprised. Unfortunately, they didn't have any cookies when I visited, so I had a slice…read moreof red velvet cake: the slice wasn't cheap, neither was it expensive: it was a good value. I have a really picky palette, and can easily detect low quality ingredients if they're used: that wasn't the case here! - Slice was generously sized. - Cake was moist, and evidentially fresh, in spite of the fact that I visited in the evening. - All of the flavors perfectly melded, and most of all, **no cheap, artificial, ingredients** were used: they used quality ingredients. - The bakery was clean. I live in York County, but if not for that fact, Candy's Cheesecake Shop would be a frequent destination for me.

I went to this cheesecake shop with my friend as a last stop before heading off to college. It was…read moreso yummy! The cheesecake was very good. It was a tad bit dry, but that is to be expected from cheesecake. It tasted good but I don't think it was worth the price. The inside was super cute and pink! Service was good

Banana cakes

Mini cheesecakes turtle, Twix and Strawberry. Cream horn and Banana pudding cup. yum!

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Carrot cake cheesecake

Joe And Carie's Creamery

5.0(4 reviews)

5.4 mi

This place is small but has a decent variety of ice cream. They let you sample ice cream (which is…read morea treat in itself) before you buy. They are priced well and have a small menu of food like hot dogs French fries etc., I'd go back here. The staff were super sweet and helpful.

Great spot. I couldn't avail myself, for diet reasons, of one the "adult milkshakes," but enjoyed a…read moretasty cone. In the former Ben & Jerry's venue.

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Caramel Apple cheesecake

Dulce Antojo

3.8(8 reviews)

1.2 mi

This bakery is so much more than a great bakery. They did an amazing job on my son and daughter…read morein-laws bridal shower cake we could not believe how beautiful it was. We will use them again

The bread/ cakes are always fresh! The workers are super friendly and helpful. This place stays…read morebusy! Clean bakery! Such a great bakery. Definitely my go to !

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Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

4.2(24 reviews)

3.9 mi

Every time I come to North Carolina I bring my grandsons here for ice cream. They are always so…read morefriendly and the ice cream is great. The boys love cotton candy with sprinkles and birthday cake with sprinkles!

The ice cream tasted REAL. Very rich with flavor. A little…read morebit pricey for a small portion, but hey better for your health I guess.

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Tasty

4.3(52 reviews)

6.8 mi

Needed a space to have a long distance brunch via FaceTime, and to sit for some quiet time to do…read moresome editing. I drove past Tasty on my way to another breakfast place down the street, but people were waiting outside there, so, I turned around and decided today would be the day I'd try Tasty. Best. Decision. Ever! My server, Tyler, was amazing. He found a corner booth for me and it was perfect for my FaceTime appointment! Tyler was very attentive, personable and appropriate with checking in during the 2.5 hours I was there. The coffee is amazing...good and strong. Be aware that the coffee is not refillable-they charge by the cup because it's made by the cup. The food-I got the Southern Breakfast and asked for my eggs to be cooked hard with onions. Perfection. This is the first time in my life where my eggs were cooked perfectly outside my own kitchen. Quality bacon, great 12 grain toast. Tasty became a favorite for me today.

This place is so clean and very spacious. VERY friendly staff. Our waitress was a young girl, she…read morewas so sweet and attentive the whole time. There was also a younger guy, who was also very kind! Our food was delicious and came out quick and hot. Overall, we had a great experience here and would definitely recommend this place to others!

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

4.3(17 reviews)

4.8 mi

My twin brother and his family help take care of our mother, who is 95 years old and will be…read moreturning 96 on October 24. Family celebrations like these mean the world to us, so I wanted everything to be special. Twice now I've purchased a cake from your bakery, and both times everyone couldn't stop talking about how absolutely delicious it was. Every single person commented on how fresh, moist, and flavorful the cake was. It truly became one of the highlights of our celebration. You have completely surpassed my expectations. Not only are your cakes beautiful, but the quality and taste are exceptional. It's becoming a family tradition, and I can't imagine going anywhere else for our special occasions. Thank you for helping make our mother's birthday celebrations so memorable. Your attention to quality and care really shows, and it brought smiles to everyone around the table. I will happily recommend your store to anyone looking for an outstanding cake. You've earned a customer for life, and I'll be bragging about your bakery every chance I get. Thank you again for helping create such wonderful family memories!

Stopped by while shopping in town and picked up two bundtlets one for me and one for my husband. We…read morewere celebrating our birthdays so I got confetti and he got lemon. The store is a cute little place and it smells heavenly. The service was fast and friendly! They were also giving away free confetti bundtlets that day so we ended up with 3 bundtlets! Total score!!!

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Fannie Cakes Bakery

4.3(35 reviews)

1.5 mi

My friend suggested it for breakfast. It was a very small breakfast spot with limited seating, so…read morewe ordered to go. They had a smaller breakfast menu, but I landed on their homestyle breakfast with bacon, potatoes, and raisin toast. They also had an option to have liver mush, which I never heard of or tried. The cashier mentioned it's like a slab of pork. My friend had the Cajun grits, and I almost ordered that, but had an unpleasant experience with grits at the last restaurant I went to, so wanted a safe bet. It did take a little longer than anticipated for my plate to come out, but the staff is very pleasant and kind. My meal was very simple but very good. My favorite part of it was the bacon. It was perfectly crisp with the right amount of crunch. I tried it with the raisin toast, and it was sweet and savory. My friend commented that the grits were good, too. The prices there were even better. I would definitely support again if I was in the area.

Cheese eggs 12-10, cheese grits 9.1, bacon solid 9 sausage 5.5, Blueberry scones 5.7. Service was a…read more7.2 ambiance was about a 6.5. Eggs and grits fantastic!

Bar seat Window Area with 3 small tables

Bacon, potatoes, and raisin toast (homestyle breakfast)

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Grits. Eggs. Salmon patties

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Pissed O.

9 years ago

Lmao this place sucks so bad the had one of those people that write good yelp reviews for a living give them 5 stars fort Myers Florida

April S.

8 years ago

The pizza and salads were great!

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