Great atmosphere- a little on the small side but we eventually got a place to sit. Excellent beer…read moreselection and the food was top notch. No table service- you order at the bar and take a number. If you're looking to be waited on go elsewhere. Recommend the burger and wings as both were so good.

I visited here one evening with a couple friends to get food after getting drinks at a nearby bar…read more Ryan was bartender/server who was great. I order red wings and fries. The wings were HOT, fresh, and well seasoned! The fries were also really tasty. My son ordered bacon cheese burger and fries, which he enjoyed. I would definitely return when I'm in the area again. My friend and were just visiting to do some hiking!

Crabby Abby's always has high quality food. You pay a little more but the food is worth it!…read moreWe've had several dishes here. The Mahi bites appetizer is a must for us. Very tender and flaky. Tonight we had grilled James River oysters plain and Rockefeller. They were good size and very flavorful. The ambience in the bar side is jovial while the fireplace side is more quiet. The service is friendly and attentive no matter where you are seated. We are locals and strongly recommend you visit! You will not be disappointed!

What an absolute delight to find this chef owned and operated restaurant…read more I think Cindy servers us the best biscuits I've ever eaten. I've worked in the industry for a long time and they hit all the marks. The food was elevated, but not unapproachable. The prices were really good and the portions substantial. We sat outside and it was a lovely night. I can't say enough good things about Crabby Abby's

Your friendly local brewery with staff that leaves you served and smiling!…read more Food wise, you can't go wrong. Some amazing burger, wings and typical bar food. However you will be surprised with the spinach artichoke dip, House salad and club sandwich! Pork rinds are a hidden gem. Soft pretzels to die for. Oh yah. Beer. All of it. Delicious!

Not a beer drinker but I would give it a solid 5 if it wasn't because of the close to an hour…read moreminute wait for our food. Fun atmosphere, with a good menu. Not sure if the wait is worth a second try.

Second time at The Trailhead, and both were great experiences. We sat at the bar as we usually do…read morewhen it's an option. The bartender described some of the local beers that we were not familiar with and took our order quickly. The grilled chicken sandwich was juicy and flavorful and the fries were cooked to a golden brown, just the way I like them. Ambience was "bar casual" with a mix of locals and out-of-towners. It's a fun place and located in easy walking distance from the White Horse music venue.

Best part about The Trailhead was the service - our waitress was very attentive and sweet!…read more The food was a variety of bar foods and we ordered four different appetizers which were all decent. The drinks were nothing to write home about...not great tasting but had alcohol haha.

Nice new taproom on Main St in Marion. Great beer selection with decent food options. Place your…read morefood and drink order at the bar and then pick a seat. Both indoor and outdoor seating available. Just know if you order fries with a sandwich, I think they were baked and not deep fried. Took one star off for that.

Super friendly people. They had a guitar and a ukulele that they invited the guests to play. The…read moretots with cheese were good. I had a hamburger which was good and my wife had a BBQ Chicken personal pizza. As usual, I enjoyed her food better than mine. Lots of beers to select from. Anyone can join their mug club, but of course a local will benefit from that the most. They get their own engraved mug and it hangs on the wall. Great ambiance and street side parking.

The atmosphere is great. Food and service good but the leave they leave the door to the smoking…read moredeck open. It mine as well be a smokers bar. You will leave smelling like one.

Excellent experience. We tried the New World Saison (delicious and hoppy!) and Burton Bitter (cask…read morepour, really tasty!) Overall, a nice way to spend a rainy Saturday. The service was great, the room is comfortable and cozy and the beer was amongst the best I've had. Definitely recommend

Simply some of the best craft beer ever!! You can't go wrong by stopping by and having a great…read morebeer!

We tried to get a table here almost every day of our 5-day trip, but it was packed! We finally…read moresmartened up and called a day ahead for a reservation. It might have just been the holiday rush, but I always figure "busy means good," so my expectations were high--and The Local didn't disappoint. We started with the nachos; they were delicious, though I do wish they came with a bit more meat. For mains, the burger was outstanding--probably one of the best we've had in the entire area. We also ordered the Brazilian steak, which was cooked perfectly and came with great plantains. The quinoa with tofu was good, too, though it was a little dry and would have been perfect with a sauce. The service really stood out. Our waitress was incredibly attentive and refilled my water at least four times without me asking. Great ambiance and an all-around good experience. Definitely worth the wait!

Stopped in here to grab a bite to wrap up our day of exploring. There was a very long wait, but we…read morewere table to get seats at the bar. Bar tender provided menus, and checked back on us after a few minutes to take order. They've got a good menu with pizza, sandwiches, burgers, and a good variety of entrees (seafood, steak, chicken, pasta), basically, they've got something for everyone. Not being too hungry, but knowing we needed something, we decided to just split an order of the pulled pork nachos. The food came out fairly quickly, looked and tasted great. They did not skimp on toppings. Staff was friendly, food was good, only complaint is it was very dark inside, and surprisingly loud in the restaurant, I can't imagine being there with live music, I assume it would be impossible to have a conversation.

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.

This was a place that was on a number of YouTube videos for Hickory so we decided to get a beer…read morehere. It was VERY busy, but we got a table in the bar. We ordered a beer each but honestly they were a bit flat. We didn't send them back, but also didn't want to complain or order another so a beer each and out. It was okay, nothing special.

After spending a few days in Dublin Ireland and frequenting The Temple Bar and Brazen Head, I was…read moremissing a good drawn Guinness. I heard of Mulligans but hadn't made it up until yesterday. I asked an old friend to meet me there for lunch. Albeit a quieter time of the day, the decor and stage indicated a much livelier crowd in the evening. Note to self, go back on a Friday night. Our waitress Gatsby was a pure delight. She was prompt with both our drinks and food. We asked a lot of questions and through them all she smiled and left us satisfied with her replies. Now, if you're craving Irish beer or whiskey, they'll be your new favorite stop. We had Guinness, of course, but also, Harps and Smithwicks. Not much of a whiskey person but I did see their selections. We both had the fish and chips. Good and fresh. They have lots of Irish dishes so return trips are on the schedule. I can only imagine a full place and good music playing! What a fun place. Thanks Gatsby! You were the best.

It had to be the proverbial "luck of the Irish" that we blew into Mulligan's on a windy November…read moreday in Johnson City. This place is the real deal with Bangers and Mash, Shepherds Pie, Guinness Stew and more. I settled on Fish and Chips (actually cottage fries) that came with wee ramekins of tartar sauce and tangy, sweet coleslaw, and a slice of lemon. Instead of citrus, I chose to liberally sprinkle malt vinegar on my battered cod and potatoes. Yum! The best fish and chips I ever enjoyed was at a diner near the California coast, but Mulligan's is pretty darn close. Although the pub has a hearty beer and cocktail selection, I ordered a soft drink which cost only $2.00 and came with a refill. Now that's a bargain! Since only a few other tables were occupied, the spouse and I got first-class service from a witty Irishman (I think) named Ciaran. (sp?) Later that evening, the pub was hosting live entertainment, and on some nights there's karaoke and other events. If I ever find myself in Johnson City again, I'll be sure to swing by.