This was definitely an experience. Out of the way for me on my way home from Myrtle Beach to…read moreWinchester, VA (originally from Hickory, NC), but worth it as the nostalgia screams dinner with Grandmomma & Grandaddy. You walk in and the young HS or College Busboys/waiters are lined up waiting to assist. It has to be one of the most nostalgic things gs I've seen in a long time. The sweet tea is southern pucker sweet & perfect!! There's malt vinegar on the table for collards, and the NC vinegar based BBQ sauce was very good. However, the chopped pork BBQ did t really need any help, it was just as good on its own and not mushy. I even enjoyed the yellow coleslaw, it's a mustard & vinegar base and tasty. The Brunswick stew could have been heat hotter, but it had a decent taste with plenty of meat & veggies. I would definitely drive out of my way again to share Parker's with my 15yr old who missed this road trip.

What a great place for lunch if you happen to be in eastern NC. Cash only!!…read more 1. Friendly waiters in uniforms and paper hats greet you into a classic small town seating area. Crowded at lunch time but we quickly got a table. The crowd was diverse, tending to be a bit older. 2.Pitcher of tea delivered quickly and left on table. 3 The food: chopped barbecue served eastern NC style. Very good with lots of vinegar to add on the table; epic corn sticks and slightly sweetened hush puppies for the table; green beans served southern style just like grandma made them; mustard Cole slaw, a bit too sweet but yummy and Mac and cheese. We inhaled it. 4. Great prices ; $10 for a plate. 5. And key to a great bbq restaurant: the ribbons of the champion hogs they, ah, bought for dinner. Not oversized portions, which is great. Clean and a great small town stop.

We were in town for a soccer tournament and our team decided to eat here. Located down town so…read morethere is plenty of free parking. It's a cute charming diner that has a lot of options on their menu. We had wings, burgers, grilled chicken and more! Everything was reasonable priced and the portions were great. The staff were all nice welcoming. I would definitely come check this place out again.

Googled local places to eat that weren't chain or fast food places…read more Drove downtown . We both had the Hamburger steak One w cheese and one without cheese. Sides were a potato salad. On the sweet side. Side salad . Butter beans Green beans w bacon! 2 soft drinks. The food was delicious! Will definitely come back again! Had dresses chocolate cake. It was very rich . On the sweet side but it's good for sharing. The server was nice.

1st time and the experience was good . I took out, didn't dine in, but the food was good. It was…read morehot. I hate luke warm & cold food. I don't live far but even after I got home the food was hot ! Love that. The deep fried ribs are the bomb. I got a combo with ribs and pulled pork. Not in love with the pork. I guess I have lived here so long that I am just use to pork being vinegar based and that sauce just didn't hit right for me, but it wasn't bad. The Mac n cheese was good and the green beans ...Ok Not seasoned like soul food green beans but Ok. I will say, the strawberry lemonade was delicious. The service was quick and the gentleman was friendly and polite. I will have to go back for brisket. I would definitely do again and you should give it a try too !! Deep fried ribs !!!

Great food and nice sauce Plenty of space and has a bar area…read moreFriendly service, great food and portions

Came in for a burger and a beer. Left with a case of rare beer I couldn't have found anywhere…read moreelse!! On entry, Brewmasters is a pretty common Eastern NC bottle shop. But lift the lid just a little and you'll find a remarkable beer retailer with an incredible selection of rare and impossible-to-find bottles. Long story incredibly short... The burger and beer was okay, maybe 3-to-4 stars. But the case of 10+ year old Lindeman's Cuvée and Goudeband for $3/btl on sale?!? Definitely worth the extra stars to make this a 5-star experience. I'll be stopping by anytime I come through Wilson. Lord knows what I'll find, but I'm sure it'll be good!!

I really wish we hadn't eaten before arriving because the food looked great and was very reasonably…read morepriced. They have a fantastic selection of craft beers, trivia on the TV, and friendly, personable staff and patrons. It's a fun place to spend some time, with plenty of space and a cool mural on the side of the building.

Some of the best barbecue I've ever ate, always fresh, highly recommend, if you're ever in the…read moreZebulon area, it's a must visit!

Really good food has a home like cooking and seasoning…read more Price is very reasonable People are very friendly and always smiling and very good service Only open on Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 to 6:00 pm Has dining in and drive through

DISCLAIMER : I literally helped build the place…read more Food: This is my go to every Sunday after church. One reason is because I truly believe in supporting local businesses. The owners are both Cancer Survivors and local clergy. When it comes to a nice southern meal on a Sunday you can bet that they will get the job done. They have TURKEY BBQ, let's me honey we all need to eat a little bit healthier. This restaurant gives you the chance to eat good and live longer. My only complaint is that sometimes items will run out. In time I believe they will have a system to eke it's that or the communist will come in and support stronger so they that will have to urgency to cook more. Atmosphere : Jazz Music, Praise and Worship, Holiday tunes galore. This place is a nice, chill low key, quite place to enjoy your meal without the burden of being overcrowded or uncomfortable. Adding a little more color and personality on the inside and outside will make this place a staple and will show the to compete with the bbq giants of Eastern NC. Service : When they first opened I will admit the wait time to actually have your food was not impressive. Since then, they have a new system and have been getting orders out in a hurry. They are always attentive to FREE refills and depending on how nice you smile they might even throw in a couple of extra hushpuppies. The best service in Wilson County by far. There team makes you feel right at home Cleanliness : The restaurant is the cleanest in the 252 when compared to other bbq spots. Last I checked they were at 98. There are two big name bbq spots in Wilson and neither of them have above and 88 score so let that sink in. All in all if you love to support local and starter business then throw your support behind this one! Mcdonald and Bojangles have had enough of your dollars now it's time to invest back into the community! EAT AT BOOGIES

Something Different receives a 5 star review because they have all four of of my criteria covered…read more Service - was excellent with Southern charm. She called us sugar, sweetie, honey and cutie. She kept the beverages filled. And got the food order right. Food - the food was cooked to order, so it was hot and tasted great. They offer 2 daily specials see the picture of the menu. It was Thursday so they had BBQ Chicken and Hamburger Steak. You get two vegetables and a roll. Deserts were also made daily in house. Price - the daily lunch special was $12.99 = meat, 2 veggies and a roll. Ambiance- Clean, well lighted, up scale at a $$ price. Plenty of parking

Fresh food, prompt service, and a nice change from the usual…read more We missed an exit and found this place by chance while traveling south on 95. It was a wonderful surprise. Super friendly service and a warm inviting atmosphere with table linens and seating that is nicely spaced to afford you more intimacy than most places. We shared a couple of the starters: Philly egg rolls and the spinach dip with fresh made pita chips. Both were excellent. We also had the chicken wrap, shrimp wrap, Cobb salad, and the chicken salad. All of the entrees were great. My favorite had to be the fresh cut and fried potato slices- whatever you order, don't miss those! It's a banquet hall and catering business but it does a very brisk brunch business and there were three groups there who were celebrating special occasions, so it can accommodate groups of various sizes pretty easily.

Traveling back to VA from our home in Fl we drive 95 often. We love to hit different spots each…read moretime. Today was Stormin' Norman's BBQ and we were not disappointed. Every single teen in the restaurant was polite and appeared to like their job. I truly felt the love these kids have for life and was more than happy to give my money for great food in a wonderful atmosphere. The chicken was delicious. It's definitely home cooked and gives that feeling. I could tell that their loss in February of what I can only imagine was like a grandma to them was still present in the book inside the entrance. We will definitely return.

Excellent BBQ. The pork spareribs I ordered were incredibly tender in their sauce. They were…read moretasty and would give them 5 stars. I asked for a side of sweet & spicy bbq sauce. I was given a vinegar based sauce with a thin consistency, a bit of heat and not sweet. No honey based bbq sauces are on offer. Just a few bbq sauce choices. I also ordered a side of Brunswick Stew that contained either pork or chicken or both. It was 5 star. I didn't care for banana pudding dessert. Come check them out. Establishment has a "southern country feel". I ordered carryout but place was packed for dinner on a Friday night and it was very noisy. Not an empty seat in the house. Place has a drive thru and it was full of cars as well.