Bland, bland, bland. Service was robotic, food had texture but no taste. Interior reminded me of an…read moreairport pub without the interesting people or destinations. High prices. So meh it gets a one star instead of 2 or 3. Avoid.

Big Menu, Bold Flavors…read more Parkside is yet another excellent wendell Falls Parkway dining option. While the decor is rather austere, the service and food are first-rate. There is ample outdoor dining and a full-service bar with a good selection of draft beers. I particularly like the diverse menu and surprising variations on many tried and true classics. The Deviled Eggs starter is kicked up a notch with the addition of Jalapeño and Bacon. I really like the Chicken & Waffle Sandwich. The slightly crunchy Belgian Waffle is wrapped around a crispy fried Chicken Breast and topped with Hot Chipotle Honey - yum! If you are looking for a plate full of pure comfort food, try Mom's Meatloaf. The substantial portion of this old-fashioned favorite brought back fond memories of mom's kitchen. For something a little out of the ordinary, try that Canadian favorite (with a twist) Short Rib Poutine. The French Fries are smothered in a Hot Jalapeño Gravy, Garlicky Cheese Curds, Green Onions and chunks of Fork-Tender Boneless Short Ribs - so delicious. For something more basic, there's a very good Grilled Chicken Sandwich on a Brioche Bun. The fresh House Salad with Lettuce, shredded Cabbage and Carrots, Cucumber and Cherry Tomatoes is a perfect accompaniment for this hearty winner. There were a couple of items that missed the mark - at least with us. The Veggie Wrap with Coleslaw was bland and uninteresting and the slaw was not to our liking. We also did not care for the Tomato Bisque.

My family used to go to Everest Kitchen, even for a quick snack if we were by Wendell area. Today…read moreAugust 29th , 2026, we were in Knightdale and decided to go to" our favorite restaurant". I say favorite because we always recommend it to friends and family. We arrived to the restaurant and the waiter took the order for the drinks. He brought us the drinks, and I thought he will bring the bread, chips, etc, which are served in " all" restaurants we have eaten at. This time, the server did not bring anything. I thought, maybe they ran out of the bread and are not serving it. To my surprise, next to our table arrived a Caucasian couple, and the waiter immediately brought them the bread and sauces and was very polite. Well, I understood, they were Discriminating us, we are Hispanic; well, actually we are multicultural, because my husband is european. So this type of clients don't deserve the same treatment and service as everyone else? Or, perhaps they were upset because we did not order three course meals???? Is there a minimum amount that clients need to consume at Everest Kitchen restaurant in order to receive good customer service. One thing is for sure. WE WILL NEVER GO BACK TO THAT DESCRIMINATORY AND RACIST RESTAURANT!!!!

This was highly recommended by other members of the community and now it's a spot I bring every out…read moreof town guest. They have so many options and everything has been amazing!

Great service and yummy food! The karvi salmon bowl was so delicious and refreshing! Nice beer…read moreselection as well!

Love the decor and the names of food items on the menu…read more Our Brie bartender/server was very friendly and talkative. Made us feel very welcomed. Starters of Jalapeño Chips and Pretzel. The Pucker Punch Sour and the German Lager were excellent choices for lunch beverages. The Vanilla Porter perfect for dessert. Yes, we did eat. I had a Kivra bowl with salmon and the other people had Viking Burger with tater tots. Great spot to relax and enjoy.

First trip to Falls Local recently. We came in after the lunch rush and before dinner...perfect…read moretime. We were greeted by a friendly waiter who was also manning the bar. Although there were only a few patrons, it seemed like a bit too much for one person to handle, but he did so with grace. Same with the cook...he was solo, so it seemed like a lot to manage, but the food turnaround time was good. I ordered a specialty cocktail that was really good...lemon pepper chicken wings that were DELICIOUS...a smash burger and fries (burger was only so-so, but thy fries were good!)...and finished with fried oreos served with melted chocolate for dessert that were absolutely SCRUMPTIOUS. I highly recommend Falls Local for their prime location, great service, delicious menu offerings, and overall great vibe. Can't wait to go back!

Well, I ordered the mozzarella sticks and they came out of a frozen box and there were six of them…read moreand they were small and it was $10. The staff you thought you walked into a funeral nobody smiling and the ambience it's a sports bar there's nothing you can do with that. I just won't go back again. So far food highly priced your pleasure to be served by them no thanks

Okay y'all. Wrapping up my summer sojourne. Took family out to brunch. This was a perfect choice…read more The decor evinces a real farmhouse environment, ie: rustically charming. Very welcoming atmosphere. When you come in you're instructed to peruse the menu and order/pay at the register. Or you can seat yourself first, gather your utensils, and order from the menu more leisurely. I chose the latter option. Totally worth careful consideration of the menu IMO. I chose the Eye Opener Breakfast with extra side of grits, sausage and home fries. My family ordered the Salmon Smorrebord and the BLT&E on Crossant. Absolutely delectable. I'm definitely a fan and look forward to my next occasion to visit.

I moved here two months ago and I swear I come here several times a week!…read moreSuch a fun atmosphere. Staff is super friendly (which matters ) and the food is great! Highly recommend

Another Good Mexican Restaurant…read more Yet another fine place to eat in the rapidly growing Wendell Falls Parkway area. Tacos & Tequila is big, bold, bright and bubbly; and serves up a wide variety of Tex-Mex dishes. As the name would suggest, Tequila is the featured cocktail. There are many options, but our favorite is the Azul Margarita with Blue Curaçao and Smoked Salt Rim. I recommend the Tortas (much like a panini or Cuban sandwich) with Carnitas. Carnitas (Spanish for 'little meats') is roasted pork that has been liberally seasoned and shredded. The Tortas served at Tacos & Tequila are crammed full of Meat, Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado, Jalapeño, Onion and Queso Fresco - satisfying and delicious. The Street Tacos are another winner. Either flour or corn tortillas are filled with Shrimp & Red Cabbage; Carne Asada (grilled beef); Al Pastor (marinated pork similar to shawarma); Tinga (shredded meat in a tomato sauce); Molida (ground meat); Chicken or Mahi Mahi. So far we have only sampled the shrimp, and they were spot on. The Chiles Poblanos is another delicious and filling dish. The Poblano Pepper is crammed full of Tinga de Pollo (smokey, savory shredded chicken) and Oaxaca Cheese; topped with a zesty Tomato Sauce and served with Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Rice and Beans. We also enjoyed an order of Chicken Wings. Try the Mango Habanero version - a flavorful combination of sweet, fruity and spicy. We did not particularly like the Guacamole Rolls. The guacamole was OK, but it needed something else to round out the dish. The nine Combinations are real bargains. The Shredded Chicken Enchilada and Beef Burrito were flavorful, slightly spicy, and just enough for a hardy dinner.

The waiter Drake personally took care of my sister, my two nephews, and myself with the upmost care…read moreand kindness. Like genuinely hoping he sees how awesome he is in this review, and the front lady (didn't catch her name) was so kind as well!! Im new to NC, and hope this business knows it's a good place, a pleasure to dine/drink at.

Great spot we came here before hitting the brewery near by and had: Spicy burger and fries also…read morechicken salad - everything was cooked perfect and fast service, for drinks we had: Hazy IPA and Margaritas made to perfection. Great atmosphere, busy dining area but everyone was enjoying. Chill vibes! Def coming back to try other items.

I have wanted to love Ash & Dill since the first time I came in. 4-5 meals later, I realize I'm…read morenever going to even like them. Food is mediocre at best. Service staff can only be decribed as ambivalent. And for what you get, the food is outrageously expensive. Maybe what I'm getting at is I just can't find the value here. If you're looking to pay a premium for a mediocre product and service, I guess this is the place for you. But after giving them too many chances, it's clear it not the place for me. Full stop.

Some of the best homemade Southern country cooking you will eat. They offer a variety of meats,…read moreincluding steaks and other beef dishes, poultry, pork, and seafood, all cooked any way you like. You get your choice of two sides with your meal, plus homemade biscuits and hushpuppies. McLean's offers 19 side dishes, 20 if you include the one-trip salad bar. As a side salad, there may be an additional charge or you may choose it as your main meal. Be sure to save room for their delicious homemade desserts, including cakes and pies, and cheesecake with various toppings. Don't miss the hot fudge cake, topped with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge sauce, whipped cream and a cherry. This is generous enough for two to share! The cuisine ranges from country meals to burgers, Italian, and Mexican dishes. The servers are attentive and ensure you have everything you need, making your dining experience is an A-plus. The atmosphere at McLean's gives you a feeling of home, from the front porch to the inside seating and decor. Plus, they can accommodate large groups. They are open 7 days a week, from 7 AM - 8 PM; however, you will need to check on their breakfast, brunch, and their lunch specials cut-off times. McLean's also provides catering and bakery services for your special events.

I wanted to take a friend to a nice spot Friday June 12, he had never had the pleasure of…read moreexperiencing. I've been here many times however it was his 1st visit. I let him know the food was great, home cooked and good portions. The one thing that ruined the evening was the RUDE waitress, he walked up to the table and before he could sit down she bought my drink out, she asked what will you have to drink, he's looking confused and responds still standing, well what do you have? She rambles all the options so fast I'm not sure he understood all but made a choice. Then he sat down. She came back and slid it on the table like a fly by.. Soon she bought a hush puppy basket they were cold, I dare not complain she was so nasty and distant. Next she came back, order book open and I was like it's his 1st time, she didn't say anything, she just looked out the window and waited, so we just knew we needed to order, so I named my meat before I could finish SIDES??then he simply asks did they have bone in chicken ( I didn't know he was going to ask or I would have told him beforehand) she says no we have , fried chicken breast tenders, sisco chicken etc, she named every chicken dish on the menu without taking a breath.. I can give her props for knowing that..we both were looking at her confused and she never looked at us it was always "looking out the window " He said just give me "Flounder " one piece or two??? He replies one, SIDES??? Like we needed to be on point. She took the menus and left. She asked the questions she needed but was mean, not engaging and just rude. The WAY she asked.. When our food came this waitress walked by and literally slid our food on the table in a way that was like HERE! And kept walking I don't even think she stopped when she put them on the table she may have slowed down. We had to reach towards the end of the table to slide our plates in front of us. We both looking at each other in agreement she just nasty! The next time she came back she walked by and sat down a half glass of refill for his drink, she hadn't asked she just did it, suppose he wanted a glass of water? When we put our forks down she came over to get his plate and bought me a to go box as I still had half my food on my plate and she left the ticket. She didn't say is there anything I can get you or anything the entire time. He put his pymt with the ticket and put it on the edge of the table, I hadn't been in a while so I forgot we would pay on the way out. She was cleaning the floor near us and slid our ticket/pymt farther on our table, as if it was in her way, again he's confused so he said this is ready and she let him know to pay up front. I have never experienced such a nasty waitress at this restaurant and because of this I probably will never go back. I don't like not feeling comfortable and welcomed in a place where my money and time is going into. I started to complain before I left but in reality I don't think it would have mattered, and we left a tip not as much as we would have if she was more pleasant. I don't know whether she was having a bad day, a long day or to take it personal but I can't deal with attitude like that and won't take a chance on it again. This man drove a hour to experience this was just unbelievable!!!!

Love Sonder so so so much! I have gone several times and have not stopped thinking about the banana…read morepudding latte since I got it the first time (I hope it makes a return someday). I love the concept of a coffee flight so much and I appreciate that Sonder lets you build your own instead of having set flavor options. Diner day was such a fun experience and the service was pretty quick despite how long the lines were. Will happily attend future fun events here and be back for more fun latte flavors.

Sonder is a cute coffee shop in Wendell that I've been to twice now but unfortunately, it just…read moreisn't a favorite of mine. The first time, I got the banana latte, which was good. On my second visit, I tried an iced coffee flight, but unfortunately, the coffees were very watery and lacked much flavor. The service also hasn't been the best during either visit. I really wanted to love Sonder, but based on my experiences so far, I don't think it's somewhere I'd go out of my way to visit again.

If you are even close to Bellow Butcher in Wendell, do yourself a favor and stop in for an amazing…read morehandcrafted sandwich or Charcuterie board. I enjoyed the Y'All Capone, closest to an Old world Italian, but it's better looking cousin with a twist! Country ham, shallots and a Calabrian Aioli add a deeper flavor with a splendid dusting of herbs and a hearty dose of fresh vinaigrette; it sealed the deal. I always enjoy a good dose of vinaigrette messy enough to enjoy on a baguette or roll that can stand up to it!! This was a winner, winner Italian dinner! And that's just the sandwich... being a full service butcher they offer expertly cut meats for all of your cooking endeavors. The husband-and-wife team that own and run the shop are so welcoming and friendly. You may come in as a stranger but you leave as a friend, they even shared their vinaigrette recipe with me!! This hidden gem is not nearly as hidden as I thought, no less than 25 people came in while I was there to pick up chops, steak, sandwiches and their $5.00 per pound ground beef (for now, just on Saturdays) Get it while you can!! Service, food and value served up at Bellow Butcher Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00-6ish! Best Sandwich I have had in my life!!

Bellow Butcher is one of the great new additions to Downtown Wendell!!…read more A top-tier butcher shop and bespoke sandwich shoppe, Bellow Butcher has you covered for lunch or dinner-at-home. Their meats are absolutely first rate, and they dry-age in house. They also have a well-curated selection of provisions to level-up your at-home cooks. For lunch, they have freshly made sandwiches on order...two house staples and two rotating monthly creations. So far I've tried three of their Sammies and each one was delicious with the freshest ingredients! And their sandwiches are HUGE!! My wife and I split a Y'all Capone (their take on a classic Italian sandwich). It's wonderful! The owners are absolutely wonderful, kind people. And pro-tip: they do custom orders!! So if you need a specialty cut or are looking for something specific you can't find at a grocery store butcher, give them a call!! We're so happy to have such a valuable business in our little town!! Welcome to the neighborhood, BB!!! We're glad you're here!!