Tex-Mex Back Road Grill

This was a really cool spot! It's kind of tucked away in the middle of Cramerton and Lowell…read more Food was delicious. Burger was juicy and cooked perfectly. Tons of options with a Groovy twist. Services was top notch!! I will be going back and I do suggest trying it.

This place is definitely a diner on steroids. Half expect to be able to throw peanut shells on the…read morefloor. It's dark and loud w/a lot of TVs and alcohol so great environment to watch a game. Very few healthy options but you can be creative and figure something out. I had a burger and with it being so loud - the grilled mushrooms and grilled onions were missed. Would that have helped maybe. No condiments on the burger whatsoever so you have to figure out to put them on yourself. It's a sloppy burger. It was an okay burger nothing to write home about. There are no onion rings during brunch French fries were crispy and delicious. Julia was a great server considering how thin she was spread. Would love to come back for the standard lunch/dinner menu.

Love the vibe of this place

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Tino's

4.9(10 reviews)

2.0 mi

I know it's a dive but it's the best customer service I've had anywhere. The food came out quickly…read moreand the waitress was attentive. The buffalo chicken wrap with hot honey garlic buffalo sauce was They get an extra star just because they had Coke Zero. I'm not in Gastonia often but, I will dine here again when I am.

Service was 5 stars--super friendly and attentive! I loved the onion straws, and the side salad was…read morefresh and really good. As a personal preference (and as a bit of a wing connoisseur), I'd give the wings 3 stars. They were well cooked, but I'm just not a fan of breaded wings, so they weren't quite my style. Overall, good experience.

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Mic's Kitchen

4.2(59 reviews)

5.8 mi

Absolutely delicious, 5 stars!! Stumbled across Mic's while out in Gastonia. This spot has a huge…read moremenu with amazing food! The cocktails were great to start off with and they're strong! I suggest the apple moonshine cocktail.. it's like a sweet treat to go along with your meal. You also only need one to feel the buzz. I kept smelling chicken tenders and wanted to try them out. They were delicious! A side of Mumbo sauce pairs very well with the tenders. The catfish and grits really hit the spot as well. They were on special in December so hurry in if you want to try them. Our waitress Tess was also phenomenal. Top notch service and suggested the best things for us to try. It's not huge inside but there was ample seating and no wait to get our food. It's very light inside and cheery, so feel free to have a good laugh with friends here. I plan on stopping by next month to try even more of their fantastic menu!

I found this Gastonia gem while planning for our hiking day at Crowder Mountain. It is a small…read moreplace with outdoor seating. The staff was friendly and helpful. We started with the delicious cornbread. My husband got sweet tea, chili burgers with Brussel sprouts. I got catfish po-boy with lemon pepper fries. The food arrived hot and large portions. Everything tasted great and we will be back.

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Webb Custom Kitchen

4.6(1.2k reviews)

5.8 mi

My party of five happened upon Webb's Custom Kitchen in Gastonia on our way from Charlotte to…read moreAsheville. We had no idea what to expect, but were delighted by what we encountered. As mentioned elsewhere, WCK occupies a restored historic movie house downtown. The incorporation of the structure's history and memorabilia is exceptional. A black and white classic movie play on the screen behind the kitchen; movie soundtrack tunes play in the background. They didn't miss a trick! Well, one or two, perhaps: placing a bowl of popcorn on the table when customers are seated would be clever and on-brand, as would dressing the wait staff in vintage usher uniforms. But I quibble. Our waitress, Kylie, was welcoming and knowledgeable. Her gushing recommendation of the zucchini fries was spot-on. The fried green tomato BLT was both excellent and a subtle nod to a well-known movie. Salads and OBX crabcake sandwich did not disappoint. All in all, two thumbs up!

It was 8/27 and Donna and I went here for my BD. We sat in…read morethe mezzanine area which was a first. It was interesting because you can also see/hear the cooks in the kitchen calling out orders. You also get a feel for the openness of the theater and what it must have been like back in the early days. Donna had the Chilean Sea Bass & I had the Salmon, we had the duck appetizers and a side of collards. We brought out own bottle of wine and had great service from Dalton. It was a memorable occasion and as always a five star experience.

The upstairs balcony

Club Sandwich

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Meatloaf sandwich

Clover Harvest

4.8(100 reviews)

6.3 mi

food was really good but the outside seats have some sort of fiberplastic. makes your thighs itchread more

We are traveling in an RV and are stopping in York County for a few days. We were so hungry so I…read morelooked up local gluten free restaurants in the area. I have Celiac Disease so I have to be very careful where I eat. I found Clover Harvest, read several reviews and called to talk to them to be sure I could eat there. I am so glad we decided to have dinner there! The inside is very cozy with music playing and friendly staff. They were very knowledgeable about gluten free and I felt confident in them. While we waited on our food my husband ordered a Smoky old fashioned and I had a Chardonnay. When our food arrived we were so impressed! I ordered a bone in pork chop with roasted Brussel sprouts and mashed sweet potatoes. The pork chops were topped with mustard onions. It was the best pork chop I have ever eaten! My husband ordered a burger with fingerling potatoes. Everything was cooked perfectly. For desert my husband had banana pudding and I had a gluten free fudge truffle pie. AMAZING!!! We are here for a few more days and plan to have another meal there before we leave. The prices were good for the amount of food served. The restaurant is very clean and is a lot larger than it appears from the outside. They also have outdoor seating and if you're in the mood for Corn hole they have a game set up for you. Highly recommend this restaurant!

Inside dining

Shrimp & grits and Korean chicken sandwich.

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Outside dining

Mayworth's Public House

4.1(256 reviews)

5.4 mi

Good good. Good service…read more Love going between 2-4 on Sundays as there is usually no wait. Consistent every time we visit. Almost been through the whole menu. Worth the drive.

Lights, Camera, Action! Finally after many years of being in…read morethe dark, this Cramerton eatery has updated its lighting! Hallelujah! Mayworth always puts out good food. They have a great menu and very friendly service. My only complaint during my recent visit is value. For $17.00, I expected more on my Southfork Salad. Very little corn, black beans, salsa and chicken. Mostly lettuce mix. With the exception of this, our meal was awesome. From Waffles to Tenders and Sandwiches, they always put out good food.

High top group table

Big fish and fries

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Bar area and main dining room.

The Eagle's Nest

4.3(61 reviews)

6.5 mi

I just came for lunch ... had the Bacon Pimento Burger with fries and it was delicious....read more

Started out with an appetizer of fried zucchini. These are the best all around - other locations…read moreare ring-shaped, theirs are like thick fries. I ordered a Hamburger Steak plate with fried onions, which came with fries, texas toast, and coleslaw. They gave me generous servings of everything: so many fries that it hid my steak (which took up half the plate). Everything was amazing for a very cheap price.

They even have curbside

Simple side salad with fat free ranch!

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Pimento cheese burger on grilled sourdough bread.

Lotus Chophouse & Sushi Bar

4.0(126 reviews)

2.9 mi

The name threw me off. I thought it was a sushi restaurant. It has sushi but lots more and high…read morequality Now it's my new favorite. It's in a Publix strip mall The ambiance is lovely. High ceiling and artistic style Out with friends. Seated promptly and drink order taken. Plenty of menu options. Fish,steak,flatbread, sushi My friends are dessert people so the checked that out first planning on the turtle cheesecake and the crème brûlée We started with appetizers. Fried green tomato , edamame My friend got a cheese flat bread and thought it was great The pasta Alfredo was a huge portion and had fresh shrimp I got the steak. The best choice. Cut on site by the chef. Perfect medium rare and super tender. While my friends shared dessert I had another perfect old fashion. Super b

It seems a lot of things here are not homemade as described on the menu. That short rib and brisket…read moreblend burger? It looked a frozen patty that gotten overcooked. Fries? Frozen and overcooked. Calamari? Not cooked enough. Don't order cocktails, they taste very medicinal and heavily rely on pre-made mixers. After I order a water and didn't receive it for an hour, terrible lemon drop, and the limp calamari, I canceled my Bistro burger and kept my money in my pocket. Didn't want to stress my server out or be a complainer. Cashed out. Tipped and left.

Another view of the tables!

Sad White Cheese Flatbread

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Table decor for the rehearsal dinner!

Guacamaya’s Restaurant Bar & Grill

4.6(14 reviews)

5.0 mi

The food was amazing and would be coming back for tacos Tuesday. Great service and ambiance all…read morearound

We decided to give this place another shot. The food is excellent, as I said in a previous review…read moreand I stand by that. Don't expect an Americanized version of Guatemalan food, this is authentic. Well I have not been to Guatemala, I've spent time in Central America in neighboring Belize. This food rivals anything I had there. We did have to request refills on drinks and our check. But we knew what to expect this time. Don't go and expect to have a waitress hovering over your table. Just let them know when you need something. The food is well worth the weight.

Interior

Pastelitos de maíz

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A worker standing at the bar talking to the servers.

Eggs Up Grill

3.4(108 reviews)

4.0 mi

We always come here when we visit our grandchildren. Get the founders hash it's great! Grace is our…read morewaitress and she is always nice. We will be back.

New friends treated us to breakfast here…read more My eggs, bacon, and potatoes with a biscuits were good. Cc didn't care for the pancakes. Excellent service and atmosphere.

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Scrambled Eggs

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Holly J.

2

66

0

9 years ago

Best newbie food place in Gaston Co. Great burgers of many types, more than decent breakfast for those who get up very early. Luis and Daisy have 'specials' during the week, bowls of different types, plates, soups, and they post them online so we will know what is happening daily. More than affordably priced foods made by people who know how to cook. The only downside is they are only open after 3pm on TH & FR, but we hear that may change soon (I'm a night worker and don't get up til 3pm). Doesn't stop me! I gear my TH & FR to eating at Tes-Mex Back Road Grill. read more

El J.

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2

0

9 years ago

great place went there with our soccer team after our saturday game and went back on taco tuesday for $1 tacos and they are the best tacos around straight from cali good prices too.. will be back soon!!!!!!! read more

Jatario P.

0

1

0

11 months ago

star was a great server and the food was amazing had to tip them made my mouth water and the chicken was so tender made me about slap my mama lol read more

Enrique H.

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2

0

9 years ago

great food and the new owners are awesome ! been there 4 times since they took over and they have amazing food and prices are on point read more

Tim L.

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3

0

9 years ago

Great food! Out of all the restaurants that have been in this building this one is the best and you can tell it by the parking lot!!

Hannah M.

0

2

0

2 years ago

Fantastic food, good prices, friendly staff! I love the Tex mex bowl. They also have great chips and queso.

Jordan Q.

0

13

1

7 years ago

10/10 overall I recommend breakfast lunch dinner and a to go box for a late night snack!!!!

M J.

2

18

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6 years ago

Taco Tuesday is the best thing around. All tacos are 1 dollar. Fantastic value and taste

Hunter P.

294

9

0

8 years ago

Great food great service for breakfast! Enjoyed the atmosphere and friendly service :)

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