It had been almost two years since we'd been to Southern Roots, and I remembered it being good, but…read morethis visit was even better. We had the burger and gluten-free risotto, and both were very good. The wine list is a strength, with plenty to choose from. Prices are a bit high for Jamestown, but the food and variety justify it. The thing that really stood out for us was the gluten-free options, which goes well beyond the usual salad and grilled chicken: cauliflower crust pizza, quesadillas on a gluten-free tortilla, risotto, and shrimp and grits, plus the meats, salads, and sides that are gluten-free anyway. You don't see that many real options on one menu very often. If you eat gluten-free, put it on your list; if you don't, the food and wine are reason enough to go.

We had a great experience at Southern Roots. Between the table, we tried the Gouda Pimento Dip,…read moreshort ribs, the Granny Smith salad with shrimp, and the crab-stuffed trout. Everything was delicious, although my partner wasn't a huge fan of the short ribs. The trout and salad were both excellent. The cheese dip was delicious. The sides were a standout, especially the Parmesan spaghetti squash, which I highly recommend. We had to put some extra salt on the sides, but that's purely personal preference. They also had several reasonably priced drink specials, which was a nice surprise. The service was amazing--friendly, attentive, and a big part of what made the meal so enjoyable. Overall, a really solid dining experience, and I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

Not sure why this place doesn't have a better yelp rating. Don't let the 3.5 starts deter you. I…read morehad a wonderful lunch today with good, consistent service. The chicken salad on a toasted croissant with a side of sweet potato fries was absolutely delicious! The bartender/waitress recommended it out of the 3 options I was torn between. My boyfriend got the BBQ chicken flatbread without onions and the only negative was that he said there was too much cheese. I will say, when they brought it out, it looked more like a pizza as opposed to a thin crusted flatbread. But he said it was good! Overall, nice, clean facility, attentive staff, great food. We will definitely be back!

Not my best dining experience, but staff was friendly, and the dining space was clean. I went late…read morein the evening, about an hour before close. There were only a couple other tables dining at the time. I got a booth that was spacious and well-lit, which I liked. I got a veggie burger with mac & cheese. The veggie burger was about the same quality as the frozen Morningstar patties I buy at the store. Also the Mac and cheese was box mix quality. My dining companion's food had a significant issue related to the freshness. She may also leave her review, so I don't want to go into it in detail, but I was very pleasantly surprised and impressed as to how hard our server worked to try to make it right. Also, the manager comped that meal, even though we didn't ask for that which was great. I did like their drink specials and would perhaps stop by again for drinks and apps.

Best food hands down a thousand times over every day without a doubt. Service is always so good…read more And the atmosphere/ambiance was nothing fancy but has that summer dinner.

Stopped in for lunch one day in search of FRIED CHICKEN. Not just any old fried chicken but GOOD…read morefried chicken. They are located in a nice little spot with ample parking and it's easy accessible. The interior is simple but clean. Plenty of seating. The ladies who work here are very friendly and helpful, came around a few times to check on me, offered fried side to go with the greens , offered a refill on my sweet tea. Great service! About the food. Probably the BEST FRIED CHICKEN in the area. I really can't judge on that because I haven't sampled other fried chicken in the vicinity but based on my own research of sampling fried chicken all over North Carolina, I feel confident in my assumption. It was fried just right. It was SEASONED. It had a very nice batter that was crunchy and the chicken in the inside was tender and juicy. Every bite was tender and juicy. These ladies should teach a cooking class on how to make fried chicken-to other restaurants. The SWEET POTATOES were perfectly cooked and flavored in butter and cinnamon. You could eat it as a dessert. But not overly sweet. Just right. The GREENS were tender and seasoned perfectly. Greens and fried side with their delicious CORNBREAD could be a meal in itself. The SWEET TEA-perfect! All around, best home cooked food/soul food you can get. I will be back and I highly recommend for true SOUTHERN COMFORT food.

A peaceful late dinner at the Cracker Barrel in Kernersville hit the spot after an evening on the…read moreroad. Mrs. K. went straight for the rainbow trout with fried apples and carrots while I had the meatloaf with broccoli and green beans, all of it hot, delicious and on the table quickly. We took a slow walk through the shop after where I somehow convinced Mrs. K. not to buy anything this time, then we headed back out to the campervan and settled in for a decent night in the parking lot. Cracker Barrel's continued kindness towards RVers is always appreciated and Kernersville delivered the kind of quiet, friendly, filling stop we needed. [Review 1183 of 2026 - 4832 in North Carolina - 26362 overall]

We really enjoyed our experience at Cracker Barrel. We went on a Sunday, a little before noon, and…read moreit was quite busy, but there were plenty of employees assisting customers. The atmosphere was very pleasant, with lots of interesting decorations throughout the restaurant. The menu also had a great variety of options at different price points, including individual meals and family-style options. The food was delicious. We ordered the pot roast, and I had the lemon pepper fish. Both dishes were very flavorful and enjoyable. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely recommend it!

Tomato pie…read more You gotta go just for the pie I was hesitant at first but everyone around me was ordering it AND I LOVED IT!

Celebrating our daughter's birthday (early) and she wanted to try this spot. We had a beautiful…read moreexperience from start to finish. We were a party of 4 adults & one small child. I would recommend reservations for a party of our size. They do have outdoor seating, but inside is tight. Our waitress was (Lauren) , she was amazing. She helped us get settled along with what I think was the manager? They both got our Grandaughter situated in a high-chair and moved a table next to ours so we had some space. We started with fried pickles, they were perfect & the dipping sauce took it over the top. Our young one loved them. We all enjoyed our entrées from fried chicken to grits. We shared and all had a taste of all that was ordered. No complaints Going on 7pm & I am still full. High-lights was the chicken, potatoes were delicious, French toast, mac/cheese, okay pretty much everything was delicious. Lauren and all the crew we came contact with were awesome.

It was my first time coming here and for brunch and I got their Magnolia Omelette which had lump…read morecrab, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach and havarti cheese with their bradant potatoes and fresh fruit and it was amazing. I also had their fireside mule which was a delicious seasonal brunch drink with crown apple and ginger ale and butterscotch schnapps! We also got biscuits and they came out super dry initially but our server got us fresh ones and the fresh ones came out a little undercooked and she took them back without us even asking! The service was impeccable. The chicken and waffles looked delightful as well. The place is very posh and they have parking behind the building and make sure you walk towards the outside of the building towards their ground floor entrance! I'll be back soon!

Magnolia Blue was one of my favorite High Point eateries. Whether I went for weekend brunch or New…read moreYear's Eve dinner, I never had a bad meal there. It closed in early February for what were supposed to be renovations, only to reopen months later with a new name and a new concept, trading slightly upscale Southern for more upscale Italian. In some regards, this makes sense - it fills a void created by the closure of Lulu and Blu - but in other ways, it's a massive gamble. My wife and I went for our anniversary dinner, and while it was an overall pleasant experience, it also made us miss Magnolia. The higher price point is the chief culprit. Otto and Blue offers pastas in the $20s and entrees starting in the $30s, bread and olive oil not included. While we were celebrating an occasion that merited such a splurge, it's hard to imagine the restaurant remaining competitive at those prices once the sheen of newness wears off. Look past that, however, and Otto and Blue shines in both ambiance and service. It's classy without being stuffy, and the dark turquoise tones suit it well. Allison, a Magnolia Blue mainstay, was personable and attentive and provided excellent service throughout the meal. Otto and Blue's menu offers apps, salads, pastas, and entrees. It's predominantly Italian albeit with a few options for the steak-and-potatoes crowd. The dishes range from recognizably classic (rigatoni Bolognese) to conspicuously elevated (halibut piccatta). After mulling over several offerings, we went with the bread service, tagliatelle, and duck cacciatore. The food ranged from fairly good to outstanding. While $9 for bread is a tough pill to swallow, they executed it as well as they possibly could have: a hot, fresh ciabatta with tasty herb butter, olive relish, and a quality olive oil-balsamic combo as accompaniments. The cacciatore boasted a pair of duck legs confit, and while I'm usually no fan of dark meat poultry, these were prepared well with crispy skin and plenty of meat. For a typically hearty dish, the sauce seemed light (and a bit subdued), but that could be a consequence of serving atop polenta (more absorbent) rather than pasta. Speaking of pastas and sauces, the tagliatelle hit a nice balance of creamy and zesty without swimming in its white wine lemon sauce. Surprisingly, the highlight of the meal ended up being the dessert that Otto and Blue kindly offered as an anniversary gift. A scoop of vanilla bean gelato came adorned with a Biscoff cookie, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of salt. If salt and especially olive oil on ice cream seem vaguely blasphemous, don't knock it until you try it. Each bite was thoroughly delicious. It's a given that good food doesn't come cheap, but even so, Otto and Blue has no margin for error to justify what it charges. On food alone, it was close but not quite there. However, the overall experience made it worthwhile, and I have no regrets about dining here.

Not a large menu but their specials of day are always listed. They are quick to serve a basic…read morehomemade meal! If you just want some good old fashioned cooking, this place is perfect!

Stopped here while passing through. Friendly, fast service…read more Homestyle cooking, tasty and filling. We had the BLT (they don't skimp on the crispy bacon!) and meatloaf special. We'll definitely come back when we're in the area.

Great place for eat in or takeout. We try to eat here every…read moretime we pass by. Plenty of parking So many choices! Best barbecue, brisket, hush puppies and vegetables! Service is friendly and nice. Plenty of seating and well lit, there is also seating outside.

Great Lexington Style Barbecue. The coarse chopped in a barbecue plate and the chopped on the…read morebarbecue sandwich were both delicious. The sauce is subtle and good. The hush puppies and the potato salad was good.The French fries were ok. The fried squash was good too. Service was attentive and friendly . It is a family business and has a diner ambiance.

This place is a amazing!! We come here when we get the chance but it is usually only a few times a…read moreyear because of where we live. The guy at the counter actually remembered us and knew that I wanted the sauce on the side. Big points right there! My husband and I each got a quarter chicken. He got the breast & wing dipped with potato salad and beans. I got the leg & thigh sauce on the side with macaroni and cheese and collards. The food was exceptional as usual. I only have a picture of my food because my husband was already plowing through his. The inside has a great old diner vibe with skateboards and artwork on the walls. If you are looking for a chicken place, I highly recommend Slappy's. Best fried chicken around, hands down!

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.

Exactly the type of experience I expect from a local diner! Everyone in the restaurant was…read moreextremely friendly, the restaurant was clean, and the service was quick! We came in for a late breakfast and were able to get sat almost immediately. The service was just as quick. We placed our order and within 10 minutes the food came out. I got a French toast with bacon and cheese grits and everything was great. I'm really picky about my grits and this restaurant had the perfect consistency and seasoning in them. The bacon was also the perfect crunchiness. Will be back next time I'm in the area!

A very good diner thats been in the Kernersville area for some time. They have table top seating…read moreand also a booth seating area. Staff was friendly and the food was plentiful. I definitely have to get a box to gather the food i didnt eat.