We recently stopped here on our way from NC to VA, and we think this will be part of our travel…read morerotation. We look for highly rated restaurants, close to the interstate and which have outdoor seating because we have dogs. Bringing water for our dogs and cups to take our sweet tea with us, our server, Kiersten, was the epitome of friendly southern hospitality. The barbecue was delicious. You could see the smoker on the property. What set this apart was the choice of sides. There were several sides such as green bean casserole and creamed corn that you don't see at other barbecue joints. We will definitely be back on our next trip to NC.

I wish I took more pictures! We stopped by on our way home from the mountains and had such a…read morepleasant experience. The smoker in the parking lot is how you know you're gonna eat some amazing bbq. We got the cheese curds as our app and they were the best I've ever had like absolutely insanely delicious. It was hard to choose what to get cause everything looked so great. We all really enjoyed our plates. The meat was juicy and flavorful and all the sides were yummy except the cornbread which was really dry. The creamed corn was my favorite! The sauces were right on the table and they had great options. Plenty of seating and a nice ambiance. We were all stuffed and had leftovers to take home. Our server was so kind and very attentive and if we are ever driving through again we would 100% come back. Very impressed!

Bbq and slaw are exceptional and the slaw too. I get their…read morebbq at least a couple of times a month. I will be using their bbq this weekend for a graduation party!

Have enjoyed the BBQ, Slaw and vinegar based sauce produced there for 78 + years. The "take out…read moreonly" food provided there at very reasonable prices cannot be found elsewhere..................

Friendly service in a nice big room. Awful food. Texas…read moretwinkies(bacon wrapped stuffed jalapenos) were poorly under cooked - rubbery bacon and hard nearly raw jalapenos drenched in sweet sauce. Brisket perhaps the driest I've had. To be that dry at 11:45 in the am makes me wonder if it was leftover? who knows? Ribs overcooked to mush Deviled eggs bland, under seasoned. It was so bad, I asked the waitress if it was a chain. Massive waste of money.

This is probably the worst place for pulled pork barbecue in Hickory. They need to trim the fat…read morefrom the pork. Side dishes are mediocre and most of the staff acts like the customers are an inconvenience to them. My wife hosted a work event in the taproom and they ran out of the food selected for the event very early in the evening.

Great place to eat everybody's friendly staff are super nice great place to eat food is super goodread more

JD's is always consistent... quality, taste, & service always at the highest level. This BBQ…read morerestaurant is the best in Burke county.

I always make a special stop at Charlie Graingers anytime I'm in the area. They are an excellent…read morechoice for allergies with gluten, dairy, or soy. They have so many options for food that are normally not available for people with allergies. I couldn't decide on one thing so I ordered several things. For starters, the chicken sandwich was huge. It was perfectly fried and very crispy. The bun held together and didn't fall apart. If you are gluten free, you know this is hard to find. I would say I only ate about 1/3 of the sandwich, it was so large. I also ordered the fried okra which were very crispy and the coating was light and flavorful. It's one on my favorite things to order here and a can't miss if you love fried okra. The next favorite was hush puppies. They reminded me of the hush puppies I used to eat growing up and have missed dearly. The prefect combination of sweet and crunchy. And i couldn't leave without trying the fried pickles. The owner, Lisa, and I were speaking about all the options and I told her how much I love having all these options. She included a small side of spicy pickles for me to try and they were even better than the regular. Not overly spicy and a great combination with breading and ranch dressing. I can't wait to return to try the fried jalapeños and the brisket. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. The prices are amazing. I ordered all of the food (6 different things) and a drink for $26. It was way more than I could eat but I wanted to try it all. The atmosphere is casual and the booths are cafeteria style for a very comfortable, southern experience.

Don't judge a book by its cover - you roll in wondering where this place is and yes it's the old…read moreHardee's or some fast food place! Order at the counter, they are very helpful answering questions - so many things I wanted to try! Service was very quick from ordering to receiving the delicious food! The vibe it's just a mom/pop - totally fits it and so worth it!

Stopped here for lunch after great experience a few years ago. Crab cakes sandwich and potato…read moresalad was outstanding. Husband's corned beef sandwich special also excellent. Location is fun; selection of beers is hearty.

Solid bar with solid food. Nothing crazy but nothing bad either. Prices are good and you won't be…read moredisappointed. Inside is pretty cramped but the service is good. The chicken tenders were a little tough but you could tell it was real chicken. Overall a great spot if you just want some easy bar food.

Jumped into the car with my friend and didn't know where to go eat. We literally drove for 10…read moreminutes, trying to decide where we should eat. We were on LR Blvd and I realized we haven't eaten at Dickey's BBQ Pit in a very long time. Suddenly, I was craving BBQ. We walked inside the small restaurant and were greeted by a very cheerful man. I walked to the ordering window and I ordered the 1 meat plate (pulled pork). The cheerful man immediately asked if I wanted hushpuppies and I said yes. I mean, who can ever pass up hushpuppies? My two sides that came with the meat plate was macaroni and cheese and the potato salad. I went to the next window to pay for my meal. It was about $13 altogether. It was slightly expensive for a lunch, in all honesty. I grabbed the sauce that Dickey's provides with the BBQ and went to go sit at a table. Many of the tables were not clean so we ended up sitting at a small table near the bathroom. The seating could be a lot better, but it's a fairly small place. I should've taken a picture, but I was really hungry. The pulled pork was great with the sauce. It was very juicy even without the sauce, which is a plus. The hushpuppies were delish. The macaroni and cheese was the bomb. The potato salad was not something I enjoyed particularly eating. It didn't really have a great taste. The free ice cream was a nice touch. Overall, it was great food. It just needs clean-up and better seating. :-) ...I just want macaroni and cheese now.

This Dickey's put together a great catering for me! They were on time, professional and the food…read morewas fantastic! Some of the best brisket I've had. Their pit crew is a great team and they're very welcoming in store. Definitely recommend using them for your next catering. Thanks y'all!

My husband and I ate there two years ago for the first time ever after moving to the area and it…read morewas so good and the woman who runs the place was so nice.... BUT TODAY (8/27/26) my husband and I wanted to go there again for a lunch date and when we went there for lunch. We went inside to order and the sane woman was there but this time she seemed super unfriendly this go around. I ordered some fried corn nuggets and I reminded her that the last time we were there that she told me she liked eating the fried corn nuggets herself when a fresh batch was put it. Telling her that didn't jog her memory at all. We waited for our food and we were the only ones eating there and I glanced around... the tables and stools looked like they hadn't been wiped down in a while. We got our food and our bbq meat was not hot at all... barely warm! There was no smokey flavor to the meat and most of it was soaked in some type of vinegar sauce which was nasty tasting. Come to find out, it was their House Sauce. I was able to get some thicker bbq sauce only upon asking a man behind the counter, as there were no sauce bottles on the tables. While eating, I saw a large garbage can with an orange lid near the tables. It was so gross looking that I was definitely done trying to eat at that point. I felt that at some point they could have replaced that can with a nicer looking one. We spent $34 and it was not worth it. The customer service was zero, the meat was bland, and there was no atmosphere. We were not impressed and we will not be going back to this restaurant and it's under 2 miles from our house.

In town for our daughter's wedding, she had previously been in town preparing. She & fiancé tried…read moreseveral restaurants and loved Little Pugs. So we ordered a lot of food for rehearsal dinner the day before. All the meat and sides were quickly packed up when we arrived. Smelling food on the way to dinner was difficult. The Pulled Pork was amazing. Beans were great. Collard Greens were amazing - I managed to get one serving before they were gone! Mac & Cheese and Hushpuppies were great. Coleslaw was creamy and delicious. Plenty of sauces were provided. Not much was left after dinner. The only disappointment was the hot sauce. The owner said they made their own Ghost Pepper sauce. Well, several of our family love really spicy food, like Thai. Their sauce had very little heat, almost none. Kick it up a bit then caution people and make it hot!

Nice spot for soul food locally owned, well known owner/operator!…read more You'll love the food and the casual atmosphere! Check out what John Boy can cook up for you and this local gem.

Fantastic food. Great burger. Perfect fries. Friendly courteous service. Nice quiet nostalgic…read moreatmosphere. Will definitely be back.

Hatch is a great spot in downtown Hickory! The craft sandwiches are made with fresh, delectable…read moreingredients and are packed with flavor. The quinoa bowls looked amazing, and I'll definitely be back to try one next time. The atmosphere is cool and inviting, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and the downtown area is absolutely charming. A wonderful place for a casual lunch or dinner!

Came here for lunch while In town. Ordered a Turkey club…read more Came with chips and got an iced tea. Good service and free WiFi. Excellent sandwich with fresh bread. Nice ambiance. Will be back when in town again.