The Ice Cream Parlor

The sandwiches are so full of flavor and well stacked. The bread is light and the Italian peppers…read moreare top notch. Definitely worth a return visit.

Unassuming location, but the capacity quickly became overwhelmed at lunch, because clearly many…read morefolks know how good these sandwiches are. Yes, the bread is quite peculiar but it's delicious, and the stuff between the "slices" is equally good as well as plentiful. I went with the Real Italian and found it full of flavor. Now I'll need to make a few return trips and try some of the other selections.

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Brooklyn Pickle

3.6(32 reviews)

1.7 mi

Fun place to get a sandwich. Food is delicious. Always had a pleasant experience each time.read more

First time at the Brooklyn Pickle in my home town! Went with the fam and the 4 of us ate…read moresandwiches, had 4 drinks, a bag of chips, and two desserts for $50 (with military discount). I got a half sandwich which was huge - but decently messy with the bread falling apart. BUT the ingredients all tasted great (I got turkey/roast beef, lettuce, tomato, and pickles) and it was super filling. The cheesecake was delicious!

Brooklyn Pickle - A very helpful Aidan made this for me and he has turned me into a weekly customer. BP is my go-to restaurant for delicious sandwiches.

A very helpful Aidan made this for me and he has turned me into a weekly customer. BP is my go-to restaurant for delicious sandwiches.

A "BLT" is what they called it but dear god.

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The Workshop Tavern

4.7(94 reviews)

3.6 mi

Workshop Tavern has quickly become one of those places I can't stop recommending. It's rare to find…read morea spot where the food, service, and atmosphere all hit the mark every single time, but they've managed to pull it off. The dishes are packed with flavor, clearly made with quality local ingredients, and the prices are surprisingly reasonable for the level of creativity coming out of the kitchen. The staff is consistently warm and attentive, making you feel like you've been coming there for years. They do take reservations, which is great for bigger groups (anything over six), and even when there's a wait, it moves fast. Never long enough to be a hassle. One of the things I love most is their daily special. The rotating menu keeps things interesting, and you can tell the chefs put real thought into crafting something unique each day! If you're searching for a place that blends comfort with standout, big‑city flavors and quality food, Workshop Tavern is the spot! Truly the best restaurant in the area!

We are so glad we found this restaurant as we were looking for a late dinner and their kitchen is…read moreopen until 9 PM Thursday evening. Staff greeted us right away and was very attentive and friendly. I ordered the chicken salad pita and had to take most of it home as it was very filling and full of flavor. It had a creamy texture and the chicken was tender. The raspberry ginger lime mocktail was packed with flavor. they offer a large variety of beer, wine, and liquor. Very clean restaurant.

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Chicken Salad Chick

4.5(4 reviews)

1.5 mi

The food is fresh always. I enjoy the chicken salad and fruit bowls. The drinks are average.read more

Great choices Excellent service…read more All the salads are very good. The spicy salads could use just a bit more heat but for a person with just a notch more heat they are perfect. Very good place to get everyday chicken salad

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Southern Whey

4.4(31 reviews)

0.1 mi

Support local and go to Southern Whey for all your charcuterie party needs! I was beyond amazed…read morewith our boards for my son's first birthday, everything was fresh, high quality, and beautiful. We got so many compliments on these boards! The ladies truly made my vision come to life and honored my preferences and even made suggestions and pairings that were perfect in every way. Pricing was reasonable for all the charcuterie we got, we are still snacking on refrigerated leftovers from the weekend! Highly recommend!!!

Excellent cheeses and charcuterie- and wine-focused market. Super friendly and helpful staff, and…read morevery reasonable prices. Some couches and outdoor seating too. Highly recommend!

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Charcuterie board

Sweet Basil

4.2(100 reviews)

0.0 mi

Food and service combined was phenomenal!…read more Good value for money as well. Ambience was fantastic in the courtyard! I will definitely be back!

One of my favorite spots whenever I come home to visit. We usually order take out because it can…read moreget really crowded inside, but it's a cute place to have lunch and I enjoy looking at the artwork on the wall you can also purchase from local artists. The food is delicious and always fresh.

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715 Bar & Grill

4.0(32 reviews)

0.7 mi

Veteran-owned & operated

Outdoor seating

Stopped in on a Saturday after doing errands, to get a good burger. I love this place. The food is…read morealways great.

Dive bar with great wings and barmaid/waitress was working very hard to keep up on orders but good…read morecrowd.

Meatball Sub: handmade pork, veil & beef.

Our traditional Bloody Marry

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Chicken Wings: Our traditional jumbo dry rub wings.

Rudino's Pizza & Grinders

3.7(99 reviews)

1.7 mi

Food was great. We had a burger and the Sicilian grinder ( half size) and a Mexican Mule. The only…read morething I would change would be instead of a bag of chips I would like homemade chips. My husband did get the upgraded side with the fries The server was very attentive. It did seem to take a little while for the food to come out but it wasn't bad and it seemed like food came out for multiple tables at the same time. I will definitely go back I want to try the pizza next time

No music of jukebox. Ordered a fishbowl and told I need two adults to order it. Crazy, try to come…read moreunwind and so many rules. Let a working man have his drink and play some music.

Great atmosphere and about to try this food

Manager and owners refuse to return my phone calls and end emails

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Midland Bistro

4.3(106 reviews)

2.9 mi

The best breakfast spot in Pinehurst! Definitely worth the wait. All the food is homemade and…read moredelicious. Cute little outside patio and lots of dining space inside. Their waitstaff is always friendly and hustling.

This was the last food spot my girlfriend and I went to before we left Southern Pines. I ordered a…read moreclassic BLT and added turkey. She got the open faced California melt, with no cheese (she is lactose lol). The food was great and the service was awesome. Not to mention, a very good cup of coffee. Great spot.

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McAlister's Deli

2.7(55 reviews)

2.3 mi

Dropped by here for lunch while visiting family another nearby hospital. I got the club with a…read moreside of chili. It was cold in the hospital and I needed a warm up. The club was standard for McAlisters and the chili had a slight kick. Both were tasty and the staff working was really pleasant. They were focused on quick service and cleanliness. I will try them again when in the area.

Expect to be have issues with your orders. While the food is good. It's honestly been over a year…read moresince they got my order correct.

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Cooper D.

12 years ago

Visiting Southern Pines for the weekend, we stopped in a few places downtown. We had a great experience at each one, especially The Ice Cream Parlor. It is such a cute place and the atmosphere was so bright and happy. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves and so were we. We had a great lunch and the price was very reasonable. The staff was helpful when we asked about where else we should go in the area. We will be back. Oh, you must try the homemade peach ice cream! read more

Ryan G.

14 years ago

We had lunch there and loved it!!! We all had something differtent: a black bean burrito, a burger and fries, soup and half of a sandwich, a great tuna wrap and I had my salad. Everyone was happy! We each spent less than ten dollars including ice cream for some. read more

Amy K.

13 years ago

I love this little joint! It's an institution, and locally owned. The ice cream is great, the food is great, and the folks that work there are friendly. My kids just love it here, and I'm a fan too! read more

Virginia G.

7 years ago

An institution in downtown Southern Pines. Be sure to check out the case of homemade ice creams they have! Loved the blueberry cheesecake flavor!! read more

Abby H.

1 month ago

Love this place! Went here in the early 2000s as a kid. Glad to hear they are still open after all these years!

Toni P.

3 years ago

Yummy. Quaint. Fun. Lots of choices. Closes later. Really enjoy it and the employees.

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