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    Plant Based Boss

    5.0 (33 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    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.

    Pink Panther Smoothie
    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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    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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    Jason's Deli - Bigger Better BLT w/ ruffles chips

    Jason's Deli

    3.7(61 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $

    I haven't been here in a while, and was looking forward to it…read more Food is always good... but today was disappointing. Between lunch and dinner time, there wasn't a clean booth available. More tables had trays and dishes on them than people. There wasn't many people sitting, a lot of staff around, but no tables getting bused. Not sure what changed, but isn't the same since I been here last summer.

    You can't go wrong with Jason's Deli. Not only do they have a great lineup of sandwiches/subs, but…read morethey also have a massive salad bar that can be your meal as well. We visited this Jason's Deli during a recent trip, and for a first time visit, it was up to the same standards as the other Jason's Deli restaurants that we have been to. You order at the counter and pay before sitting down, which ensures that your littles don't change their mind a million times. We got the beefeater with chips plus a one trip salad bar, the kids pizza, and a turkey and cheese sandwich. They used to have turkey and cheese sandwiches on the kids menu, but have removed them, so my littles sandwich was adult-sized and lasted two days. The salad bar is massive, and there's something for everyone on there. We sat in one of the many tables within the restaurant, but there are also booths if that is what you would prefer. The decorations told the history of Jason's Deli and provided for some informational reading as we waited for our food. The beefeater is a massive roast beef sandwich that comes with au jus for dipping - so good! The kids cheese pizza is always just warm enough to eat immediately, but not hot enough that it will burn the roof of your mouth. I didn't realize until after our meal that I actually had a birthday reward for a free dessert, and the staff was kind enough to let me use it after the meal. I chose the strawberry shortcake, and it was pretty tasty. It was big enough to share with my table, although some opted out in lieu of the free ice cream. It was a welcomed stop on our trip, and if we're back in the area, I'm sure we will visit again.

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    Jason's Deli - Spicy Sicilian Sub w/ ruffles chips

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    1877 Pub & Grub - 1877 Nachos

    1877 Pub & Grub

    3.8(64 reviews)
    7.1 mi

    Had a very satisfying experience here for lunch today. The pub was almost full, but we lucked out…read morewith lots of convenient street parking. At the time we arrived, it was self seating, but we found a table easy and a waitress came up immediately. She was a lovely lady, polite and efficient. She apologized that the pub was short staffed but any extra wait we had wasn't noticed. My husband had the 1877 Cheeseburger with Coleslaw. The burger was super juicy and flavorful. The coleslaw was good. I had the Buffalo Bomb and paid a little extra to have it as a wrap. It was So Good. Stuffed full, and the wrap was tender. Saucy but just the right amount of sauce. I had the White Cheddar macaroni and cheese as my side and it was satisfyingly good. Honestly, walking in? I had no idea what I wanted to eat. But what I ordered and ate was exactly was I was wanting. Hah! Even the portion sizes were just right and priced very appropriately. The bar portion of the pub looked quite lively and there was an upstairs that I wasn't able to check out. The bathrooms were one-seaters, but were roomy and accessible and very clean. I definitely recommend this pub if you are in the area for a drink and some good food.

    Nice older bldg. Nice waitress, Food poor. Onion rings were doughy, like it was battered in…read morebisquick. Yuck. Hand cut chips were oily and not crispy, only flavor was of oil. Sandwich "bomb" was not good. Flattened in a panniy style press. Bread boring. We were very disappointed.

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    Fresh Chef - Dinner salad and mint julip

    Fresh Chef

    4.1(121 reviews)
    7.1 mi
    $$

    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.

    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.

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    Taste Full Beans

    Taste Full Beans

    4.2(154 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    We made a stop in to Hickory NC on a trip to Adhevllle and of course we needed to find a local…read morecoffee spot. Taste Full Beans caught our eye so we paid a visit. First off, this place has a real coffee house vibe and feel. You feel comfortable as soon as you walk in. There is an assortment of artwork, a lending library, assorted coffee beans and teas leaves for purchase. A plus for atmosphere. On to the coffee. TFB is unstumpanle whe. It comes to flavor add ons. I will I use a picture of the mene to prove it. My wife likes sweet and spicy coffee so she tried the Killer Bee a honey and cayenne combo. She likes her coffee temp extra hot which is spotty in most places. Here they got it right. She loved her coffee. I went standard latte and found their coffee to be non bitter and smooth. It is not an overpowering brew it is bold without getting too acidic. Very satisfying. FYI their 12 oz has two shots, 16 oz has three and the 20 oz has four. Nothing to deduct for here. Terrific coffee house experience.

    Seriously, this is the cutest little coffee shop you ever did see! What a great place to hang out…read morewith family and friends, or even just work on a project! And they don't just have coffee. If you don't really like coffee, they have great custom smoothies, Italian and French sodas, hot cocoa, and more! They also have ice cream, macarons, pastries, and sandwiches and soup if you're feeling like a hearty, organic lunch! The atmosphere is fun and buzzing with conversation. The employees/baristas there were also very polite. How can you NOT love Tasteful beans?

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    On Point Wraps & Graphics - Previously white Outlander wrapped matte black with a matte green design on top.

    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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    On Point Wraps & Graphics
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