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    5.0 (35 reviews)
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    The decor in here is a whole vibe!
    Shay J.

    I didn't even taste the food and I'm already writing this review. The vibe here is so sexy, swank, and cool. The lady at the register is as beautiful inside as out! She is helpful, knowledgeable and she encourage me to get OLMEC bowl. And now I have eaten...and I'm glad I started my review early, because it gives me more time to OOH AND AWWW this food! Exquisite. Phenomenal. Stupendous. There is no way this place isn't packed from open to close, because the way this OLMEC bowl did an entire tango on my taste buds was more of an experience than a meal. I wish there was a better word that WOW because I would use it right now. Go. Now. No, I mean RIGHT NOW and soak up the ambiance, be impressed by the customer service, and get two of those OLMEC bowls...you will thank me...in fact, I'll wait right here until you do!

    The interior design is well done and the food is absolutely delicious. I thoroughly enjoyed the Hawaiian bowl!

    Hawaiian BBQ wrap with black bean and corn salad
    Isabella E.

    Best vegan food in Hickory! The food was delicious, the ambience was great, and the owners were so nice! As a vegetarian I am used to having 1-2 options to choose from, but here I actually had options (and it was a tough decision)! I got the Hawaiian BBQ wrap which was very tasty and filling. I can't to try more of their menu!

    BBQ beef, jasmine rich, black beans, tomatoes, and a bunch more deliciousness
    Kelli W.

    What a delicious surprise! I was driving from the airport to sugar mountain and decided to grab lunch. I was drawn to this place due to its fresh and homemade food...I couldn't have been more pleased. I got one of their most popular dishes with "BBQ beef" (note this a vegan place) it was DELICIOUS! There is no way any meat eating hunter could tell the difference! Highly recommend this place

    Debra V.

    We're not vegan, but my girl friends and I were curious so we went in. The aromas were wonderful. The gal behind the counter was friendly and explained the menu. She also took several carry out orders over the phone. The dining area is nice with picnic tables. Check out brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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    W.G. A.

    I'm not even vegan and I love this place. I ordered the Olmec Bowl which was a very tasty rice bowl with the Hawaiian "bbq spare ribs" "meat" option. , included beans, Cotija, Avocado, cilantro, crema, and spicy salsa macha. Came with a side of chips and salsa. The bonus was it came prepared as "no gluten". Great atmosphere, great staff, clean and fun setting. We'll be back.

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    Kirby P.

    I have been wanting to go to Plant Based Boss for a while & I finally made it by tonight. It is such a cute space with the perfect photo op (see pictures). The owner was lovely & assured us that they serve all plant based dishes, so don't be confused by the "meat" listed on the menu! My friend & I ordered the Chik'un tacos & Ground Beef tacos & we devoured them. We also split the Pink Panther smoothie & we should have gotten our own, it was delicious. I can't wait to go back for the smoothie & I want to try the BBQ Sandwich too... The tacos are a must try, I will definitely order those again as well.

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    Yesica L.

    Found a gem while visiting Hickory NC! I'd been craving a good ham sandwich since my visit to Miami this past summer and they did not disappoint with the Goin' Ham Sandwich. Stacked with just the right amount of protein, simple yet super filling. Ashley the owner suggested I go with Swiss cheese since it's not commonly found on vegan menus. Man she was right. Their macaroni salad was nothing extravagant but again just right! The tacos were delicious, we had one of each protein to get a good taste and were blown away with texture and flavor. Only downside is we like spice and since they were just getting situated at their new location there was not a good salsa.Ashley tried to accommodate us with some jalapeños cause she's just awesome but tacos just need a salsa in my book. Gluten-free was a perk on all the "taco meats" We also came back and bought a pound of each the "chicken" which we used to make some chicken in salsa verde Tamales.. totally recommend this hidden gem. Parking is in downtown hickory so it can be a pain but we found a free parking garage just a 2 minute walk from there.

    Kwan Z.

    Yessss!!! Plant Boss, you the BOSS!! Im not even vegan but im surely omw with these options! It's so delicious and absorbed all the flavor; better than meat! . Cow, you live to see another day with me! These tacos I made were so delicious with purple cabbage slaw. I've been deprived for so long. Try it, you won't go wrong

    Jane E.

    This is a much welcome new addition to downtown Hickory - totally vegan restaurant with an urban vibe to the decor. The service is personable and welcoming. The food is fantastic - my meat-eating friend could not believe her sandwich was not "real" chicken. My hope is not only that it survives but thrives with (I hope) expansion to the excellent but somewhat limited menu. (Hot soups and salads would be yummy!)

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    We were delighted and surprised to find this vegan gem. The food was deliciously prepared and the environment inviting. We'll be back!

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    Oh my goodness, the food is absolutely incredible! This is hands down the best vegan restaurant I've ever had the joy of dining at!

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    Super friendly, nice, and accommodating. Would definitely recommend for a casual lunch out.

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    I had their tacos during Springfest in Raleigh and it was amazing! Best tacos I think I've have. Cannot wait for them to be out here again.

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    Best new business in Hickory. Delicious food and great people! Wish I could afford to eat here every day.

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    Fresh Chef Hickory

    Fresh Chef Hickory

    3.9
    (29 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Love it here!! I know I already left a review but I wanted to add that the customer service is top…read moretier! My fiancé ordered the Black & Blue Filet without Blue Cheese and the waitress rung it up without taking off the Blue Cheese. When I told her about it she immediately apologized and after realizing she made the mistake she was honest and quickly fixed it. Since it had to be sent back and remade, they also brought out a fresh basket of fries for the inconvenience. We didn't need it nor expected it but that just shows the importance of their guest to them! Nothing bad to say here!

    We came here because my daughter has a strict diet and is lactose intolerant. The entrance and the…read moreway the place is set up is very nice. The staff made her a special plate how she wanted that wasn't on the menu. They are very accommodating. My steak was cooked perfectly and had great flavor. The mashed potato's were definitely fresh mashed with a lot of butter. They were also great. Not over salted like some restaurants tend to do. The salmon salad my daughter got was very fresh and the salmon was cooked exactly like she wanted. My other daughter got the Cajun salmon which was also cooked perfectly for her. My son had steak and mushrooms and he didn't like the way they were prepared. The broccoli was not steamed as long as we like it but it had Parmesan cheese on it. The staff and the waitress were great. Very understanding, Kinsey was a great waitress. She was very attentive and checked on my daughter a lot. Definitely will be here again.

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    Salmon & cilantro lime rice with a side of tartar sauce.
    Salmon & cilantro lime rice with a side of tartar sauce.
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    Fresh Chef

    Fresh Chef

    4.1
    (123 reviews)
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    Best shrimp and grits I've ever had, down south! The plate was very hearty, it was tasty and very…read morereasonably priced. I did leave room for a warm and rich pecan pie that was topped with vanilla ice cream. Our servers Jaylon and Diana were very attentive and knowledgeable. Always kept our glasses full. There's some comments here on cleanliness, and I want to say that I am a very clean & ocd type of person. I found it to be exceptionally clean. From the moment we walked in, the staff treated us with that kind Southern hospitality. I highly recommend Fresh Chef! And do plan to come back.

    Service was 5 stars. Our server was Makayla L, and she was very responsive and thoughtful. When we…read morewere ordering dessert, there were 3 in our party, but we only ordered two deserts. I mentioned my hubby and I would be sharing. When she came out with three plates, I was worried she misunderstood, but she actually had them split the cherry cobbler and ice cream. Now that was very unexpected, but I loved it. Multiple people stopped by our table to remove finished plates and check if we need anything. The place was like an upscale diner. Cloth napkins, but tvs showing football games. A nice bar, but they ran out of grenadine. No cherries in the Shirley temple. The mint julip was well made. Beef and vegetable soup was great, but the beef was burger. Not what I expected, but the fresh corn in it was wonderful. Black and blue filet salad was fantastic. They did not skimp on the blue cheese, it had spinach, kale, tomatoes and onion. My kiddo had the special, flounder and crab cakes. She said it was decent. Hubby lived the gumbo. I couldn't do 5 stars because the appetizer plates were dirty. All of them. All silverware and glasses were clean, but there was visible food residue on the appetizer plates and that's a big disappointment. To be honest, as someone who likes to eat fresh food, the salad was is definitely something I would recommend.

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    On Point Wraps & Graphics

    On Point Wraps & Graphics

    4.2
    (5 reviews)
    9.2 mi

    We've been a repeat commercial customer of On Point Wraps & Graphics and continue to use them…read morebecause the quality and consistency are there every time. They handle our fleet graphics and work vehicles, and the branding is always clean, professional, and consistent across all units. Designs are clear and readable, installs are tight, and the materials hold up to daily use all 15 of our vehicles look great! They understand that downtime matters for commercial vehicles and do a good job balancing efficiency with quality. Communication is straightforward, timelines are realistic, and there are no surprises at pickup. Our vehicles look sharp and represent our business the way they should. Drew does a great job on editing all the models And keeps us in the loop. Highly recommend On Point Wraps & Graphics for any business looking for reliable, high-quality fleet and commercial vehicle graphics.

    I stumbled upon On Point Wraps and graphics while I was doing my search to get my fleet of…read moreconstruction vehicle vehicles wrapped. Upon meeting with four different companies I was very impressed with Robert at and the design that he was able to come up with for my vehicles and the great price while he wasn't the cheapest I felt like I was getting my moneys worth. After we nailed down a design, he was able to wrap all seven of my trucks within two weeks. I couldn't be happier with the professionalism that I was dealt with. 10 out of 10 I'd recommend him to any of my subs who asked me where I got my truck wrapped.

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    Plant Based Boss - vegan - Updated June 2026

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