The Gilded Pear is located in Downtown Smithfield. It is located in the Hood-Spiers Building, which…read morehas been restored. It was built in 1900 and still has the original tin ceiling, decorative windows and exposed brick. Seating is on two floors, providing a cozy feel if sitting in the loft. They have the "Pear Necessities of Life" This is both a cafe for coffee and teas but also a bakery that serves breakfast and lunch. They are known for their bubble waffles, and crepes. But also have a large menu that has sandwiches, salads, flat breads and breakfast items. There should be something that appeals to even the pickiest eater. Ordering is done at the counter, and you receive a number, and the beverage and food are brought to your table. The menu is posted outside the entrance so you can check it out first. I went with a rose and cranberry lemonade that was a drink special, and the bubble waffle, and added strawberries and bananas. The bubble waffle intrigued me as I had never had one before. It is a honeycomb waffle popular in Hong Kong. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It looks like bubble wrap, which is hard to tell as mine was covered in strawberries and bananas. I enjoyed the texture and flavors of it. The Gilded Pear is a great addition if you're looking for somewhere to grab a quick bite to eat.

Great lunch spot in downtown Smithfield! Our party enjoyed deviled eggs as an appetizer, followed…read moreby a banh mi sandwich and pimento cheese blt, complete with potato salad and pasta salad sides. The service was great and the setting is so cool. Highly recommend!

The employees are all friendly and they always make my drinks great. I always bring my own cup and…read morethey fill it up with goodness.

Window gets priority over the counter. Waited rather long with three people working. Ordered four…read moreitems. They lost one of them. My hot tea came with loose leaves. Cup was filled to rim. Had to pour some out.

Stop wasting your time reading this and go get an absolutely delightful sweet treat. It'll make…read moreyour teeth ache! We have been going to the Burney's location in Southport for years when at the beach. Randomly while on a business trip I found this location and had to stop in to see if the quality was the same, no disappointment. Haven't tried all of their options, but I must say that a glazed croissant with sweet fillings is absolutely hard to beat. To those about the nosh, I salute you!

Went for sweets and it was great. I did not have coffee but the coffee had a good aroma!read more

My Greediness is at it Again! The Food Hall in Selma, NC had exceptional eateries for my tastebuds!…read moreThese meaty beauties covered in a Sweet n Spicy Sauce with Lemon Pepper were a staple at Wingy's Home of Flavorful Wings! However, the Showstopper was the Insanely Delicious Oxtail Burger from Mr. Outrageous Burgers! They do Burgers Right!

We won't be returning. Good vendors keep leaving, they got rid of fountain drinks and now you have…read moreto buy bottle. Food tastes mediocre at best.

I heard someone who is unhoused was going through the trash yesterday to eat some of the donuts…read morethat y'all were throwing away, and the employees were almost going to fight him for doing that????? I'm so appalled at the sheer greediness and power trips. I understand there are policies- but make an effort, MANAGEMENT AND STAFF, to HUMANELY resolve these conflicts in the future. What is wrong with you guys? Disgusting.

Wanted an easy breakfast while on the road so ordered on the app and picked up here. Location is…read moredrive thru only due to lack of help. Girl at window was so cheerful and our food was piping hot and exactly as ordered. Their new Guatemalan coffee is quite good and a nice change from regular DD brew.

The food was ok but inside it was kinda messy They were out…read moreof a lot of things and the lady had to ask if they had the stuff we ordered. Overall it wasn't the best

The service was bad. The staff were rude and one girl complained about having to do her job right…read morein front of a customer. The guy at the register was slow and terrible at taking orders, he even had to restart because he messed it up to bad. My mother ordered a coffee, and when she asked for sugar in it, the girl just dumped it in, causing a layer of unmixed, half-dissolved sugar to lay limply on the bottom. The food was burnt as well. All of the employees had a bad attitude and didn't do their job right. We didn't even receive our number and had to guess what our order was. The people who came in before us also claimed that the employees had told them they were out of coffee, which is odd considering we managed to receive that service just a mere few minutes after them.

Super cute place with outdoor seating. The food was down home cooking flavor. Nice friendly cashier…read moreand staff. Lots of variety with waffles. I enjoyed the strawberry cream waffle combo.

The rural quaintness hits as soon as you drive up. I sat in a building that opens in beautiful…read moreSundays like today. I enjoyed the southern charm and a red roofed barn as part of the visual ambience. And yes!!! In the rural south, they are open during church hours! Big win for non-church goers. There are games and other entertainment if you're with a group. Per usual I brought a book. I have to admit, I didn't have much expectation of the waffles. They seemed "basic" with bells and whistles for toppings. I wondered if the variety toppings were a distraction from a boring batter recipe. The waffle itself was pretty good. It was denser than my personal preference (a lighter waffle) but very good all together. Definitely worth a visit and I will come again!

I have been thinking of trying this place for years once I found out it was a coffee spot. Just…read morenever got around to it until a few weeks ago. The service was quick so no complaints on that part. You place your order at the drive thru or you can order online. I ordered the apocalypse infusion. It was ok but nothing to ohh and awww about. I think I was more disappointed it didn't look close to the picture on the menu (beautiful colors). But I digress. Would I try them again? Maybe, just next time order a coffee or different specialty drink.

I love me some Scooters. Their lattes are my favorite; they are delicious each time. The staff is…read morealways super nice and helpful. Scooters always looks so neat and inviting. Definitely recommend this place!!!

On the way home from Florida. Stopped here for some good local food. Had the house chicken with…read morewith green beans and mashed potatoes and gravy with a sourdough toast. Off the hook! Washed it down with sweet tea. Most importantly, the wait staff were genuinely friendly as well as the local customers. If you find yourself in Pine Level this is the spot!

Excellent home cooking buffet. Deserts are exceptional. The restaurant space is large and usually…read morecrowded.

Gotham's Deli is a great place to stop if you are looking for lunch in Downtown Smithfield. It is…read moresimilar to a New York City deli but it is located in North Carolina. The walls are decorated in sports memorabilia and September 11th tributes. When you walk in, you will see the Statue of Liberty. I tried to sit in the Mets section, but that was taken as it is a busy place, so I sat near the Yankees. I was ok with the photo of Don Mattingly and don't hate the Yankees, I just love the Mets. I made sure to spend some time in that section before leaving, seeing the 1986 tributes to Mike Piazza, Jose Reyes, and David Wright. It is just fun to be surrounded by the memorabilia. The sandwiches also follow in the New York theme. I ordered the Mr. Met, it had ham, turkey, and roast beef with lettuce, provolone, and tomatoes. I've had it before, so I knew it was good and ordered the full size rather than a half. I enjoyed every bite of it. The service was friendly, and they have daily specials with a different sub featured each day. The food was prepared fresh and fast. If you are looking for a high-quality sub, this is the place to order from.

My first visit to Gotham's Deli was a sheer delight. The young lady asked what I would like and I…read morereplied my first visit so to please recommend. She asked how much I like meat. I told her I love meat of all kinds. She recommended and I thoroughly enjoyed The Dark Knight. It was loaded with meat and it was so big the gentleman who created it saw the "I'm so full" look on my face and offered to wrap the other half, which he did so carefully and tightly to hold it together. I took some great photos of their amazing deli. I recommend if you are in Smithfield, you must experience Gotham's Deli.