I don't think I'll ever spend a day in Winston again without stopping by Heff's for lunch…read more The menu is small and focused, because they have perfected what they do. Burgers are large, greasy, and crispy, with a good amount of surface area having made grill contact. A true smash burger. Every burger I've tried is well crafted, each have some kind of acid or heat to cut the cheese and beef fattiness. Potato buns are soft but hold up well. I had the Wicked Piggy this time, which brings a nice crunch from the bacon and a light pop of acid/heat from pickled jalapeños. We've tried a couple of the fry options, and while the Chili Nelson fries are good, the Ram Ranch are my favorite. Both are generously loaded, so each and every bite comes with adequate toppings. No rationing your cheese here. Fries are the perfect size to share with 2-4 people, depending on your appetite. Staff are friendly, efficient, and effortlessly cool. Interior is spacious, perfectly decorated, and clean. Truly the perfect burger place.

Recognized nationally by James beard, Heff's definitely lives upto the hype. Basic no frills burger…read morebar. Where they don't do much else on the menu to keep it a true burger joint. Couple of other options like a hot dog and grilled cheese, but a list of different smash burgers , amazing crinkle cut seasoned fries , drink from the cooler and your set. No alcohol here either. Just sodas. The combo can run you about $15 to $18 . I went with the classic kinda burger. Heffy deluxe, cheese, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, mustard and ketchup. To me that's all it really needs in order not to loose the flavor of the burger. Made it a combo with the fries and a drink and it was $15 which in my opinion isn't that bad for a meal theses days. My friend did the same combo and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite. They burger itself has a great taste and so much flavor. The trimmings made it even better and I do love those fries. Throw away your paper plates and napkins after and your done! Service was quick and friendly and the food is simple and delicious. Everyone who lives in Winston should say they've had a burger here. Oh and they will also swap it for a veggie patty if your not a meat eater!

O.M.G 10/10 absolutely magnificent experience all around…read more The staff, the service, the food, the menu.. *chefs kiss* Absolutely our new favorite date spot but would totally bring the kids back. Thank you everyone for such a great experience!

In town for surgery Great service…read more Great food Very cool atmosphere The baklava cheesecake was 10 out of 10

Some of the most amazing burgers around. They cook them to your liking and the choices are great or…read moreyou can build your own. Staff is friendly and treat you like you are important. They have a small bar area and a big dining room with plenty of seating. It has a bar feel without all the chaos. If you're a burger lover then this place would be a great experience. Stop in and try them, you won't be dissatisfied!

It is my birthday month and it was the perfect time to swing by Bad Daddy's. It had been a while…read moresince I stopped by so I owed them an updated review. I got my order to go. I ordered at the bar and the food was ready in 12 minutes. I got the Bacon Cheeseburger on Steroids. OMG. This burger was so good. I ordered mine Medium so it would reheat well the next day. They did prepare it wrong but it was soooo good. It comes with a ton of jalapeno & smoked applewood bacon, monterey jack cheese, homemade bacon mayo, lettuce, tomato, red onion slices and 2 strips of sandwich pickles. It comes with a classic side and I opted for the fries. The fries were a little over cooked and greasy but still nice and soft like I prefer. Next time I may upgrade for a salad instead of the fries. I can't do a lot of greasy food these day. But overall I will definitely get this burger again.

Holy cow, this place should be called Sammy's chicken cuz while their sliders are good, their…read morechicken tenders are genuinely the best chicken I've had in years. So so good! Price is a little high for mini hamburgers, but if you do a meal with the tenders, totally worth it cuz their tenders are huge and freaking delicious. Their fry servings are pretty enormous too. And so many different sauces and options for different sliders. Fun modern vibes, and the service was fast and the people working here are very polite and helpful. Plus they have Cheerwine as a drink option! (I love Cheerwine, and not enough restaurants carry this awesome local soda.)

We ordered the 5 Tenders Meal with crinkle fries loaded with bacon and cheese, plus hot honey and…read moreSammy's sauce, and everything came out fresh, crispy, and packed with flavor. The tenders had a really solid crunch without being greasy, and the hot honey added the perfect sweet heat balance. The Meal 3 with 2 sliders and 2 tenders was probably the standout though. The Patty Melt Crunch slider and Sammy's Melt Burger both had that smashed burger flavor with crispy edges that hit perfectly. The "saucy" hot honey combo worked way better than expected, especially with the hand-cut fries and homemade ranch on the side. Even the fries stayed crispy the whole meal, which says a lot. Portion sizes were solid for the price, the food came out quick, and the whole meal had that fresh-made comfort food vibe instead of tasting overly fast-food style. Washed it all down with a Coke and honestly left full and satisfied. If you're in Winston-Salem and craving sliders, tenders, or late comfort food, Sammy's Sliders is definitely worth trying. The hot honey flavors and smash-style burgers are the move.

Nice atmosphere, friendly service, yummy food, the trifecta!…read more Place order at counter and they bring to your table. Bus your own table. Love the light airy feel. All hard surfaces so sound does carry.

This place right here... This place. I don't even remember how we found this place last year, maybe…read morea search for best smash burgers in the area. It is our absolute favorite spot for burgers. Like seriously, no other burger has been able to touch the flavor bomb in my mouth that I get at Barcelona. You order at the counter, they give you a number, and bring your food to your table. Everyone at the front counter is always cheery and welcoming and the wait for food is never long maybe five minutes. everything is fresh made right when you order it. the sweet potato fries are absolutely delicious. It's a low-key casual spot that has a beautiful outdoor seating in the back. Beautiful as in, very simplistic tables and chairs, but in a cute little garden like area that has sun shining in and plants. it's a cute little feel. Now these burgers, are delicious. We've only gotten the Barcelona burger and not tried other options because that one is so freaking good. The single has even more flavor than the double somehow because on the single patty, you can taste all of the additions: the Barcelona sauce, the tomato, the lettuce, and all of the flavors just explode. Their meat is tender. It's a thin patty and it's just delicious. If you're looking for a good, simple burger that's packed with flavor and you aren't looking for a gigantic hunk of meat, This is your spot. They do offer beer and bottled drinks and they also have desserts on site.

My friend and I had a pretty good time here. There was a raspberry gose on tap that was incredibly…read moretasty, and also 6.1% We ordered and shared the nachos which were DELISH. Topped with beer cheese and guac and jalapeños and the most deliciously seasoned grilled chicken. I've been dreaming of these nachos ever since. It was PACKED because of the World Cup so the bartenders were slammed and service was a bit slow. But we got what we needed and despite being busy, they were really nice.

I'd actually give it 3.5 stars. Service was great , she was friendly and quick. Inside is very dark…read morethough and for some reason I felt surfaces and floors were not very clean. Everything felt a little sticky... Anyway we came in trivia night so they had groups of people already there. We weren't playing so we went and sat outside. This area could be nicer but I get it's close to the street so there's only so much they can do. I do appreciate the sound wall and separation from people walking by. I got a vodka soda and my friend got a blonde beer. Basic bar food on the menu if you want food. They had a lot of liquor too which surprised me. Obviously lots of beer. Enjoyed our drinks outside before we head to dinner. Average bar with all the basics. Glad it's still is here while so many places come and go downtown.

How does one explain this place? Food. Great. Service. Great. Atmosphere. Great. Charity was…read morebehind the bar and I will admit, when I was there it was slow, but she was on! The beef on weck with 4 wings is really good. Order the wings with Eric's hot sauce. And the buffalo chicken dip. As a guy with swallowing issues this was the best! But hope you have Charity if you sit at the bar. She is wonderful. Personality, professionalism and she knows how to take care of her guests. Hungry Palate is great but the staff makes this place, especially Charity!

My visit was much to be desired. The pasta salad tasted like cardboard, the Cheerwine was flat and…read more 1/2 of the wings were the wrong flavor. I get that its busy on Wednesdays but I was treated like that I was invisible despite the fact that I was sitting in the middle of the bar directly in front of a touchscreen monitor. Not that I like attention (as a matter of fact, I loathe it) but the server seemed like she was catering to everyone except for me...especially the crowd who showed up way after I sat down and the guy who was next to my right who ask for the remote twice in which she gave to him in a flash. After waiting several minutes (as in 20+) just to get a drink, I just said forget it and got a to-go box. I could use stronger and harsher words to describe my visit but I'm opting not to.

First time going and wasn't sure what to get so I ended up with the Tofu bao buns with some get…read morechili oil and Mac and cheese. Odd combination ik, but it surprisingly went very well together- and the mac & cheese was delicious some of the best I've had from a restaurant actually. The bao buns were also very good and tasty. We had also gotten the prize for the table and they were delicious Service was quick and the atmosphere was lively- hopefully will be able to return someday!

Went to in demand the other day looking for a quick bite and was thoroughly pleased. For starters…read morethe scenery is dimly lit with a real cute and calm presence. The menu has a blend of American and Asian inspired dishes. Specialty fries that practically have their own menu, skewers, wings and burgers. A good blend of an everything. I ended up getting. A pimento cheese burger with a good blend of flavor in it. My sweet potato fries were crispy just how I like. I can't remember which one I order but my bao bun didn't really have must flavor to it but the good amount of crunch to it. My service was great very laid back and patient. Overall I had a good time and would love to see the other options of the menu. I feel like their specialities are the more fusion items they offer. I would definitely try this place again and recommend you give this place a try.

Today was my 2nd visit to Nicks and on my there from Asheboro, I was thinking I would get there…read morebefore the after work/dinner time rush. Boy was I wrong! I walked in to a packed restaurant with a line almost out the door. The young lady at the counter tells me before I order there is a 30-40 minute wait on the food and while that sounds ridiculous, I drove all the way from Asheboro for one of their burgers because I already know it's worth the wait. No problem! The place is right off the main road and there's plenty of parking with additional parking in the rear. The inside appearance is that of a burger joint. Not too fancy but clean. I ordered the Jr. Cheeseburger with extra cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, mustard and mayo, a Hot Dog all the way, Seasoned fries and a Sweet Tea. Their burgers are served hot and are cooked until the edges are "lacy" and crispy with just the right amount of seasoning. They use potato buns and they and are so fresh and grilled on one side which gives the burger additional good flavor. The fries are cooked perfectly, served hot and lightly seasoned. And you can get some of their homemade ranch to dip them in. I know they are known for their burgers but they also have AWESOME Hot Dogs! The weiner is grilled and again, the bun is grilled on one side, just makes your tongue all kind of happy. I ordered my hot dog "All the Way" aka "Carolina Style". The chili was good, the white slaw was fresh and light, onions added a hint of sweetness, and the mustard ties all of the flavors together in a well made, high quality hot dog. They also have really good sweet tea. Nicks has the BEST burgers and hot dogs in the Triangle area and I highly recommend but get there as soon as they open or you may find yourself waiting in line. But do go.

This burger should come with a warning: you'll be thinking about it long after you leave. The…read morepatties were unbelievably juicy with those perfectly crispy, charred edges that every burger should have. The melted cheese was dripping over the sides, the bun was soft and fresh, and every bite just kept getting better. The fries deserved their own round of applause. Crispy, perfectly seasoned, and so addictive I kept telling myself, "Just one more"... about 30 fries ago. I don't know what kind of magic they're working back there, but they absolutely nailed it. This wasn't one of those burgers you eat because you're hungry--this was the kind you eat in complete silence because you're too busy enjoying every bite. On top of the amazing food, the service was just as impressive. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and made the whole experience even better. They also have covered outdoor picnic tables with fans running overhead, which was a really nice touch. It made sitting outside comfortable even on a warm day and gave the place a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. Safe to say this place has officially ruined mediocre burgers for me. I'll definitely be back... and next time I might need two orders of fries because sharing isn't going to happen.

They apparently have a food truck now. Had the burger At Gypsy Road Brewery. It was good. Service…read morewas a tad slow but the people were very nice. Good fries too.

Mmmmmm....OMG! We had intentions of driving to Mocksville to try this out for months and today was…read morethe day. It was a little hard to find because a road is closed in the vicinity but we were able to find it using the Waze app. The building itself is a large steel structure which has been nicely finished on both inside and out. We arrived about 4:30pm on a Saturday afternoon and were immediately greeted. We were taken to a booth and there were a couple of other tables seated. Immediately, you could tell this was a family run business with multiple generations pitching in. The young man who took our drink order was friendly and efficient. They have quite a few taps on the back wall but they were not in service and therefore were only offering cans and bottles. The menu says they currently have malfunctions with their cooler. We were given time to peruse the menu but were checked in on to ensure we didn't have questions. The menu offers burgers, fries and dogs but they are all elevated. There are some very creative and special combinations which as the asterisk notates on the menu some items are unable to be changed. We decided to start with the pub bucket, which offers steak fries along with melted cheddar cheese and ranch. My wife ordered the Elvis burger which features bourbon glazed apples, peanut butter, banana chutney and cheddar cheese. I chose the Godfather which features salami, pepperoni and mozzarella, and I chose to get the creamy garlic pesto on the side. My wife went to use the restroom and on her way back she reported that it was very clean and she happened to notice their recent state inspection certificate boasted an impressive 99.5! Our appetizer arrived in a timely manner and while it looked different (we are used to restaurants serving fries with cheese melted with a side of ranch) this had the fries topped with cheese and the ranch poured on top. But let me tell you they were delicious! Lots of heavenly cheddar cheese which was perfectly melted and gooey topped with delicious ranch dressing. Our burgers arrived shortly afterwards and are wrapped up when served. We began to unwrap and they also looked delicious. My wife immediately started eating hers while my camera ate first. My wife commented that her burger was absolutely delicious and said she was a bit iffy at first on the cheddar cheese being served with the sweet toppings but was happy to report she thought it worked perfectly and she was glad she didn't alter the burger. My burger was a double and huge! Since I had asked for the aoili on the side because I am not a mayo guy and while it was very good I should have asked for some ketchup to dip my burger in. I enjoyed it alot and saved half for later. My wife had her eye on the apple ring sundae. It is Granny Smith apple rings, sliced and cored and dipped in cinnamon sugar and deep fried, topped with vanilla ice cream and cool whip and drizzled with homemade caramel sauce. She ordered the half version which includes three rings. It took a little longer for the dessert to arrive because by this time they had started to get busy with a majority of the inside tables full as well as a few outdoor tables and several to go orders. The dessert arrived and my wife was happy to report it was also delicious. So glad we finally stopped in and we already have talked about our next time. It was apparent from our time there that they have a following and it is easy to see why. We did ask about onion rings and were told they plan to bring back again in the fall. Awesome service, creative menu, clean and family run. Plan your visit!