Miami Fusion Cafe

Groovy Beast Is a Must-Try in Gastonia!…read more What a fantastic experience from start to finish! The moment we walked through the doors, we felt the relaxed, upbeat atmosphere that makes you want to sit back, enjoy yourself, and dig into some good food. We had a feeling this place was going to deliver, and it absolutely did! The service deserves a shout-out of its own. Our server was attentive, friendly, and on top of everything, while the rest of the staff greeted us with smiles and genuinely positive attitudes. You can tell when a restaurant has a good vibe throughout the entire team, and Groovy Beast definitely has it! The food? Straight-up delicious! My wife went with the Garlic Parmesan wings, which were seasoned perfectly and fried to a gorgeous golden crisp. I created my own UFO Double Burger with bacon, egg, and Swiss cheese, and that monster of a burger did NOT disappoint! It was massive, juicy, flavorful, and loaded with everything I wanted. In hindsight, I probably could've conquered a single instead of the double! The sides deserve some love, too. The fries were crispy and tasty, and the onion rings were spot-on--not overly thick or paper-thin, just the perfect balance of crunch and flavor. Groovy Beast has the complete package: great food, generous portions, outstanding service, and an atmosphere that makes you feel welcome. It's the kind of place you discover and immediately start wondering why you didn't try it sooner. Do yourself a favor and check this place out! Gastonia has a real hidden gem here, and we're already looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommended!

We had a great dinner here. The vibe is fun with a retro vibe and funky art. I really enjoyed the…read morefood. I got the bang bang cauliflower and it was a great big portion. It was crispy and sweet and spicy with tender interior. They also had a burger with a veggie patty option I'll try next time! My partner got the salad which was huge and delicious. The fries and honey mustard sauce were also delicious. The service was also wonderful, the workers were joyful and helpful with quick check ins often to make sure everyone was happy.

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Goose + Co

4.6(60 reviews)

1.5 mi

I love this place! The service is friendly, and the food is delicious. I also really love the…read morelocation. The outdoor patio is wonderful when the weather is nice. The view of the pond and fountain in the heart of the downtown area is perfect. Parking can be a bit limited right at the restaurant, but there is also a lot across the street that can be used. Their club sandwich is really good. As is the seasonal toast option. I really enjoyed the Mediterranean avocado toast they did a couple of months ago. They also have a nice selection of gifts when you enter. The candle scents are divine! My favorites are Black Sea and Strawberry Cheesecake. I love being able to buy quality products and food while supporting such amazing local businesses and their mission.

Such a cute, festive little coffee shop--especially perfect for the Christmas season. The space was…read moredecorated beautifully for the holidays and had a very warm, welcoming vibe. It's the kind of place that feels cozy the moment you walk in. I ordered a medium decaf latte with their seasonal Nutty Nutcracker flavors (hazelnut and almond), and it was delicious--smooth, flavorful, and not overly sweet. My husband got the Jingle Bell Rock latte, which includes caramel, butter pecan, brown sugar, and cinnamon. He had it with oat milk since they were out of almond milk, and he really enjoyed it. They're pet-friendly on the outdoor patio, which we always appreciate, and they even had a small section inside with pet-related items available for purchase--a really nice and thoughtful touch. Both medium lattes came out to about $11 total, which felt very reasonable. Between the festive decor, good coffee, and pet-friendly atmosphere, this is definitely a spot I'd recommend and would happily visit again.

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Mayworth's Public House

4.1(258 reviews)

2.7 mi

the bartender Fanny is the absolute best. Greatest smile, perfect personality, and wonderful aura…read more Best service ever!!!

I entered Mayworth's Restaurant and waited 5 minutes before writing this post. No one came to…read moreservice me or give me a menu. It was not packed and there were empty tables. I saw a waitress go to a table and talk to the guest, then went to another table and sat down to talk to the patrons about an order. She still just ignored me. The environment is nice, moderately loud, but you can still hear the people you are talking to. After speaking with Fanny, the bartender, who is awesome, the manager came over and made things right, because of my long wait! They have karaoke every second and fourth Saturday. Dj was awesome! The food is good and the establishment reminds me of the TV show. Cheers.

High top group table

Big fish and fries

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Bar area and main dining room.

Eggs Up Grill

3.4(109 reviews)

2.2 mi

We always come here when we visit our grandchildren. Get the founders hash it's great! Grace is our…read morewaitress and she is always nice. We will be back.

If I could rate this place 0 stars, I would. I placed an online order for pick up. Initially, they…read moremake our coffee order wrong. We ordered 3 iced coffees. When they brought me my order, they had made it hot. I told the employee and they took it back to "fix" but all they did was pour steaming hot coffee over ice. It was terrible and had no flavor. What a waste of $13 for coffee. And then they made my order entirely wrong, with the wrong protein, bread, and cheese. This place is MID. And tell me why the hostess was snapping her fingers at the younger staff like she owned the place. Seems rude to me. I will never be back here. And if you're considering eating here, I would recommend NOT.

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Floyd & Blackie's

4.2(132 reviews)

2.7 mi

First time visitor.... I had the salmon platter and it was phenomenal. My hostess Elisa served me…read morewith excellence patience and she was the one that recommended the salmon, and let me know forget the amazing cake slice cherry and Sun Drop. They even went above and beyond and made me a salted caramel cappuccino. If you are ever visiting the Cramerton area you have got to stop in to Floyd and blackies you won't be disappointed!! And the ambiance was spectacular, the place was very tidy and cozy. I will be back again soon....

Returned to Floyd's & Blackie's this year ( again with a large party of 14) but had a totally…read moredifferent and satisfying experience this time. Overall service was very good; our server was pleasant, attentive and patient throughout our stay. Our party mostly ordered the various burger options ( all were juicy and served with mayo ) served with either fries or a side salad and I'd recommend the Hangover Burger myself. The spicy chicken sandwich was another good option for chicken lovers. Again we passed on the pastries but the ice cream was very good. I again witnessed the tale of two restaurants as the primary business and labor focus appears to be on the ice cream, baked goods and pastries side which did impact the in dining side service of the business. Could just have been a staffing issue but something to be aware of when considering table service. Overall restaurant offered friendly service and good food that's reasonably priced.

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No paper towels and dirty mirror

Sprouts Cafe

4.4(139 reviews)

2.7 mi

Stopped here when in Gastonia. The food was great, had the chicken salad, wife had figgy burger…read more Both were phenomenal. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Would recommend Sprouts Cafe.

Such a great place to visit, my friends and I came after hiking crowder mountain. It's about 20…read moremins from the mountain which makes it a perfect stop before going home. The food is fresh and yummy. They have outdoor patio seating with a small garden and water feature which is very peaceful.

Simplest decor

Brussel sprout cold slaw

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Georgio's

3.4(73 reviews)

1.7 mi

Honestly, I wasn't sure what to expect based on the outside...but this place is true "don't just a…read morebook by its cover" place! We came in for dinner, and it reminded me of a good Jersey diner. Soup of the day, menu with something for everyone, and no frills set up. Everything we had was delicious. I got the Monday special of sirloin steak, and it came with 2 sides and the soup. Everything was fresh, flavorful and brought me back to my childhood - From the simple stewed cabbage to pickled beets. My husband enjoyed his cheesesteak and my kids crushed their dinners. The inside does not match the outside - it has simple, tasteful decor, and the servers are all knowledgeable on their extensive menu!

I'm giving this place one star for the following reason. We were in town August 21 - 23 for some…read morebaseball games at CaroMont Park. We asked some friends for recommendations of places to eat. Your restaurant was one of the names they gave us and said they really thought we would enjoy it. We checked it out on-line only to find out it wasn't open on SATURDAY's!!!` SERIOUSLY??? `REALLY??? WHY??? In looking at all the pictures on-line, it appears to be a nice, clean, fine dining establishment. I would think Saturday's would be one of your busiest days. I've often heard of restaurants being closed on Sundays and Mondays, but never on Saturdays! Obviously I can't answer any questions about the food, service, parking, desserts, etc., because, well, YOU WEREN'T OPEN!!!

Interior - fun lamps

Hot dog nuggets and banana pudding

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Grilled pork chops, green beans, Mac & cheese, and cornbread muffins.

Constantine’s Restaurant

4.7(195 reviews)

2.6 mi

Everything was excellent! The wine, the food and the service! The bread is amazing. We had the…read morepottery kebob and it was so good. I highly recommend this restaurant for an amazing and authentic dining experience.

TURKISH FOOD! Nom nom nom…read more Rojda greeted us at the door with a friendly smile and she was also our server. She is personable and knowledgeable about the menu. I am half Turkish and it was so nice to practice my Turkish with the staff. The food was excellent, the decor and cleanliness of the restaurant were chef's kiss! Will definitely be back. Mezze platter Adana Kebab Kunefe Turkish Tea

Lamb Chops

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Chicken Shish Kebab

Whataburger

2.1(60 reviews)

1.3 mi

The worst fast food experience of my life... and I'm 55 years-old!…read more The dining room was FILTHY and none of the sinks worked in the bathrooms. There were tons of employees standing around doing nothing except trying their best to not make eye contact with you. The food was just awful - a half-cooked patty melt, fries that tasted three days old. There's just nothing to recommend about this place, other than it's open 24 hours a day... but I'd just as soon go to Waffle House if I'm hungry at 3AM.

Went here around 9:40 pm on Saturday, there were two drive thru lanes. The first one we were in,…read moretwo cars were in front of us; the car at the ordering board was just sitting there not ordering / saying anything for like 10 mins, so we decided to go into the other drive thru lane. Mind you, two other cars had ordered and moved to the window from the second lane before we moved over into it. Once we got into the second lane, nothing was said to us at all. Instead, now someone was taking the car sitting in the first lanes order and we sat in the second lane, in silence, for another 10 mins. We ultimately decided to just pull up to the window and tell them our orders and let them know that no one serviced us at all in the second lane. The employee claimed that she was saying "hello" the whole time as if we were ignoring her, but there was literally no sound come from the ordering board speaker at all! After we place our order at the pick up window, we were told to go park on the side of the building where we waited almost 30 mins! We went inside to check on our order status and learned that no one had fixed our order at all??? Once we did finally get our food, yes it was freshly made and hot, but I had no appetite for it at all anymore. Service was HORRIBLE! My overall rate of experience : 0/10

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Miami Fusion Cafe

4.6(195 reviews)

14.0 mi

Service was excellent. We were informed about the menu, brought amazing chips and salsa. We…read moreordered Chicharron and let me say it is the best I've ever had. 2 Miami and 2 traditional Cuban sandwiches that were perfectly made and delivered by our server with pride and enthusiasm. They need more customers- you will not be disappointed! Ask questions and they will do what ever you want

Always a treat when I get to come here (I live in Harrisburg). My friend, who used to live in Miami…read moreswears this is the best place in the greater Charlotte area to eat authentic Cuban food. But this day I got a special treat and met the owner. In the five minute conversation I learned so much and have fallen even more in love with the place. I try something different every time but my weakness is the pastelitos. EVERY single time. Service always makes me feel at home. This day I was not disappointed between Lexie and the owner. Lexie was attentive, helpful and friendly with a busy lunch crowd. Since we were last here they have expanded. Both sides had a crowd so it was obviously needed. Can't wait until the next time. If you haven't already, you gotta try this place!

Toston burger

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Stuffed Tostones

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Seth T.

11 months ago

Miami Fusion absolutely delivered an incredible experience for our group. The service alone is worth five stars--top notch from start to finish. Even with our large party, the staff was friendly, attentive, and never missed a beat. It felt like they genuinely wanted us to have a great time, and we definitely did. Now, the food... wow. I ordered the Toston Burger Nicaraguan Style with a side of mofongo, and I'm honestly salivating just thinking about it. The flavors were bold, fresh, and ridiculously good. I also grabbed a flan to share with my girlfriend, and it was the perfect sweet finish--creamy, smooth, and delicious. The only "downside," if you can even call it that, is that the location is a bit out of the way for me. But honestly? It's worth the trip every time and makes for a great central meeting spot. Highly recommend Miami Fusion if you're anywhere near Lowell. I'll definitely be returning! read more

Aldo U.

3 years ago

Ariani and Lexi provided warm Friendly attention and detailed service Clean upbeat Miami Vive. Strong authentic Cuban Coffee. Amazing cuban Pastries and Empanadas to Die For. Sandwiches with generous portions, Spices and Cuban Flavors. Everything is made from scratch Daily. I love this place! Takeout was also great read more

Sheila G.

1 year ago

This place has been recommended and just tried it for the first time. Excellent food and the service was great. Steven was awesome, very friendly! Excellent service! We will definitely be back! read more

Kali M.

4 months ago

The Ambiance the Service and the food were all outstanding for me! I can't wait to go back again.

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