I watched the Bar Rescue episode for Characters turned Moon Runners years ago and was really glad…read moreto see that it was still alive and had a location in Garner. I really was rooting for the owners, and I'm glad they've been able to last, unlike many of the other establishments on Bar Rescue. Moon Runners has its own private parking lot. It's not large and can be harder to find a park on a Saturday evening or higher-volume times. I've been a handful of times, and service has been great every time. I've sat at tables, but also at the bar, and all of the staff have been friendly and helpful. Some of the food I've had includes: - Apps: Corn Nuggets, Fried Brussels Sprouts, Southern Fried Pickle Chips - Entrees: Steak Salad, Chicken Caesar Wrap, Wilkes County Wrap I've enjoyed my food every time except the pickle chips. They were cooked well, but had way too much batter for my liking. I ended up removing most of the batter because it was so much. Most of the cocktails are centered around moonshine, and there are a ton of options. Additionally, they also have a full bar, so if moonshine isn't your thing, you still have plenty of options.

The Salmon BLT is my go-to here. The garlic aioli and…read moreciabatti make it. A great sized piece of salmon, fresh bacon slices. Oh, and the steamed broccoli with shaved parmesan as a side. Chef's kiss. Service was great. Food brought in a timely manner. Casual atmosphere. Music at the right volume. Made this visit pleasant.

I never drive through Benson without stopping here for a little something. Personally, I recommend…read morethe burnt hands, but they don't have them everyday, and of what they sell is good. Some of the best places to eat are attached to gas stations, so you know that this place is legit. They're chopped pork is tender and their Carolina sauce is seasoned just right. The cornbread is amazing, and you can even buy cornbread mix to make your own at home. I always grab a 5 lb bag when I go. They also have sausages and brisket and a variety of other cooked meats. I can never quite decide. It's all good. Finish it off with the Dole whip. That stuff is amazing.

Absolutely everything I've tried at Redneck BBQ Lab in Benson has been delicious! From the BBQ and…read morebrisket all the way down to the sweet tea, you really can't go wrong. But I HAVE to brag on the green beans, they are genuinely the best green beans I've ever had in my entire life. No exaggeration! The food came out quickly, the service was great. The whole experience was wonderful. 10/10 recommend.

I eat a more Vegan menu so this place did really well! I can't wait to bring my wife here but we…read moreare from out of town so it will be a while. I had the root veggie bowl and added lentils for protein. I asked for dressing on the side because I want to dress my own food. Before I dressed it I took a bite, wow! It could be eaten with no dressing! It was absolutely delicious. I asked if they have a vegan sauce and they did not know. CAVA has several vegan dressings available that are marked on the bottle. Might be something to consider. But, wow. I can't wait to come back! My drink was the Mango Apple Kale. It was very good and not too sweet. It's 7:10 on a Wednesday night. The place is not real busy but should be. The first experience was worth reviewing, they did great. I eat at chipotle a lot and their tables are always dirty and garbages overflowing but this place, no. The Farmside Kitchen tables are all clean in the lobby. garbages clean, floor...clean. They are going to do great. I look for forward to returning or finding one in my area.

Grabbed lunch from here recently and enjoyed it…read more Parking was simple, as there's a big parking lot for all of the nearby businesses. I got my order to-go and it was prepared on time. My wife and I both ate the Caesar salad and it was pretty darn tasty! The chicken was flavorful and the dressing hit the mark. I will say that the side of bread was pretty bland, but it's free so I can't complain too much :) Inside, it looked clean and cheerful. Overall, I would definitely come back to this location to grab a healthy meal.

Did not live up to expectations at all. Got Buffalo Bleu…read moreMac and Cheese. Didn't taste or see Bleu Cheese. I was given the option between breaded and grilled chicken. I got grilled chicken and didn't taste or see it either. He said it was shredded. Still didn't see it. Buffalo was barely noticeable. I did taste it a bit but not very much. There is another restaurant we've been to in the area with similiar menu and same prices but the quality AND quantity is soon much better. When I was given a refund it was cash instead of credit card (how I paid). I would have preferred it go back on my credit card. I spoke to the manager and he didn't seem to care at all.

We had: Buffalo Mac Bowl…read morePepperoni Flatbread The veg on their station were looking a little old, by a few days. Tomatoes looked "slimy" and the celery was browning badly. Buffalo mac bowl was good. Not worth $12, but had a good taste. The chicken (grilled) is plain and looks like canned. The flatbread tasted like the movies and Costco. Not worth $9. Was very bendy and not crispy on the bottom at all. Overall, the food isn't bad tasting. The price for the quality, not worth it.

It's not often that my husband and I have such a lovely meal! Harvey Johns impressed by using all…read morelocally sourced ingredients and it truly made a difference. They had a beautiful bar and full wine list. But I was more dazzled by the beautifully curated salad bar filled with every familiar favorite, fresh and also locally sourced. The service was stellar from the lovely hostess to the knowledgeable and friendly waitress. I highly recommend the filet, but they had something for any appetite. I highly suggest taking someone you love here to enjoy a delicious meal.

I really enjoyed this place for its simple and non pretentious feel for a triangle steakhouse…read more Service was great as was the food. I'll start with the cocktails. Tried 2 different ones and both weee excellent. We had the arancini as an app neither myself or wife weee thrilled. They weren't bad but just wouldn't order again. The sale bar was great and everything was very fresh. I had the wagyu ribeye and it was perfectly seasoned and cooked which was fantastic. My wife had the filet and she said the same about her steak. Great place and will definitely be back.

Always wanted to try this since they opened but it was always packed. We finally got to go and had…read morea lovely lunch here. The place wasn't too packed inside since they all wanted to enjoy their meal alfresco at their back patio. Our server was very attentive to us and we got a nice spot by the window. They recently announced that they will be closing the resto part and will only continue what they always loved, serving beer. Good luck to them!

With such a small lunch crowd, I was blown away by the extremely slow wait service. Maybe they…read moreneed to hire more servers because mine took forever. You definitely come here for the beer not the food. They mislabeled the burger "Hometown Favorite". Should have been called the "Undercooked and Greasy Burger"'. I chose brussel sprouts as my side because I really like them. However these were flavorless. I guess at least the food came out quick. Probably too quick. I would have preferred a little more time on my burger and brussel sprouts. Both were undercooked. Thankfully not all was loss. The beer was pretty good.

I've been here many times, and the food is always consistently good! The staff is friendly and…read moreprovides great service. It does tend to get busy, so you may have a little wait for your food, but it's definitely worth it. The shrimp Rasta pasta was creamy, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of spice, plus they give a generous portion of shrimp. The fried fish was cooked well and tasted great, and the steamed vegetables with the garlic butter seasoning were also really good. Definitely recommend checking this place out!

After a long and exhausting week, coupled with a craving for fried fish we elected to go here…read more While nicely decorated, the interior is small and can seat about 20 ppl or so. We sat outside this day, as the weather was mild and there wasn't any available seats inside. We ordered a fried combo and a grilled combo. TrySeafood does a lot of things right. Portion size was fairly generous. We especially love the fact they serve cleaned jumbo shrimp. Food was cooked well, shrimp was tender as was scallops. The broccoli was not tender crisp nor mushy. The potatoes and corn were delicious. While service was friendly, it was a bit slow. Also, I'm not an Old Bay fan. The grilled shrimp were seasoned with Old Bay. While the fish was crispy, I prefer a cornmeal dredge to a flour dredge. Finally, (and this could have been a me thing) the tip percentage on the screen doesn't align with the math. I intended to tip 15% - which is standard especially considering slow service. That should have been approx $8 and when I got home I realized it was approximately $16. You're not given a printed receipt and if you're in a rush and going through the process quickly it's easy to miss. Again I may have missed something, but I'm pretty sure I selected the %15 option. Additionally, I've seen other restaurants that have intentionally include this practice. Would I go again, sure. I'd request a different seasoning blend or a light seasoning and check that math! Seafood: 4

Taking a break from the workday, we decided to have lunch at the bar at The Mason Jar Tavern. It…read moreturned out to be a great choice. We struck up conversations with several locals, including a few fellow educators--and even our bartender. There's a genuine sense of community here, and the atmosphere is friendly, relaxed, and welcoming. I went with the Fried Green Tomato BLT, a creative take on the classic sandwich. Instead of the usual tomato, it features two crisp fried green tomatoes paired with candied bacon, lettuce, fresh tomato, and roasted garlic aioli. The combination works particularly well--the tangy, slightly tart fried green tomatoes provide a great contrast to the sweet, smoky bacon, while the roasted garlic aioli brings everything together. At $12, it's a very satisfying lunch. I paired it with a pilsner. The beer selection is particularly noteworthy, given the restaurant's connection to Mason Jar Lager Co., the local Fuquay-Varina brewery. It's a nice touch that reinforces the tavern's connection to the local community. Overall, The Mason Jar Tavern is an exceptionally good casual restaurant--comfortable, welcoming, and the kind of place where you can come in for lunch and easily find yourself lingering a little longer than planned.

Okay, to begin, I moved down South from New York for Fried Green Tomatoes specifically, and the…read moreMason Jar is the only place that serves fried green tomatoes worth eating in the Triangle area. The goat cheese is a nice touch. But today is my birthday, so I ordered the ribeye sandwich. It's the best. It's like a Philly Cheesesteak, but instead they use red peppers and American cheese. I am from Wisconsin and though it is sacrilegious to boast about American cheese, I'm telling you it's the best switch up steak sandwich I've ever eaten. I'm never eating another Philly cheesesteak AGAIN. And if I ever cook a steak sandwich at home, I'll try and copy the recipe from the Mason Jar. Many thanks for a delicious #41. And if you're someone leaving bad reviews, I suggest going to church or ashram or temple or something, because we should all be GRATEFUL to be able to eat anything at all! Haven't you ever been through a health crisis where you were unable to eat normally for a prolonged period of time? Czech yourself! Do you know how lucky you are to be ALIVE? Fantastic bar service as well! Peace and Love!

First off, beautiful place. Low lighting for romance or just comfort and intimacy in the…read moreexperience. The books everywhere felt uniquely placed. The lighting fixtures were beautiful and artsy. Just a heads up, we were able to sign a book at the end of the whole experience, which was so unique and fun! I went here with my husband, kids, and mom to celebrate my 19 year old son's birthday, as well as serving as a send off for him to the USMC! Our waitress was wonderful and definitely made our first time in a great experience. She was thorough and helpful. She checked in regularly and gave us time to finish our apps before submitting our entree orders. We ordered 3 apps, the steak teaser, arancini di rising, and flash fried oysters. The steak teaser was like butter in your mouth with the toast. Truly amazing. The oysters hit the spot with the Cajun seasoning and the perfect bite over the bed of slaw to give it some freshness. The rice balls were so crisp on the outside, yet so creamy on the inside. That paired so well with the freshly prepared marinara and herbs. Entrees were cavatappi primavera with shrimp add on. The shrimp was incredible and pasta was so flavorful and fresh. It paired so well with my drink order which was the pear and loathing in las varina. It was so good I got a second. My husband got the 12 oz wagyu mid rare. It was done as the Oscar style and he had the Brussels sprouts. I tried his food. Yes, we share! It was melt in your mouth delicate. The sauces complimented every part of the dish and the tomatoes added the best acidic contrast to lift it all up. His drink choice was wuthering berries and yes I tried that too. Wow! Such a great drink. Very in depth with the flavor profile and he had to order a second himself. The rest of my party ordered burgers and one other steak, the filet mignon. Burgers were cooked to order and still juicy. I would've chosen medium rare but they chose medium and medium well, so it was to their liking and cooked perfectly. The sweet potato mash was delicious as well. The filet was ordered medium well but still held so much flavor and juices. Such a great talent for cooking these cooks have. That paired with the waitstaff being so kind, helpful, and super attentive made the evening perfect and one to remember! Id truly give them 10 stars or more if I could!!

We were really hoping this would be our new go to for special occasions. Went there last Sat night…read morefor our 20th anniversary. First red flag was table next to us kept looking all around for the waitress for quite a while, ended up getting up themselves to go pay bill bc they waited so long. Initial service was fine but she got slower through the meal for us too. I ordered the fried oyster app. Could tell immediately they were left in the frier too long. The breading was very dark....and so crunchy upon trying. Grew up in VB and I know how good fried oysters should be. Someone knew they left it in too long and was too lazy to toss 4 more in. Then I splurged for the $80 wagyu strip....and as others have said in these reviews....was no where near tender like wagyu should be. My wife's standard filet was way more tender. Sorry, but I guess it's time to move on to a steakhouse elsewhere.

We traveled out from Holy Springs to have breakfast. Not only was the breakfast great but the…read moreambience and the people that were in there were wonderful and very welcoming. We traveled there on a Tuesday, the restaurant was full of happy eaters. The white staff was quick, extremely efficient and wonderful. Highly recommend this place to anybody and everybody.

What a wonderful experience three of us had at Ed's. Our first time but not our last…read more We came on a weekday after the lunch rush but still had to wait a few minutes. There's a little seating available while you wait. The decor is definitely country/local pictures and memorabilia. There are tables for two , four or put together for a crowd. We had a burger, shrimp, deviled crab, hush puppies,mashed potatoes, coleslaw, field peas, chocolate pie and strawberry pie!! All with plenty of good sweet tea. Prices are better than most places and portions are average. Note: breakfast items are not served after 11:00 or until they run out. This is a very popular place and they run out of options during the day. Several items ran out while we were there. There are daily special dishes on the board . All of the ladies here are SUPER good at their job, work together well and are as sweet as the tea! We will ask for Lisa when we return. Only negative....they close at 3:00