The wife and I stopped for dinner while traveling home to Washington after visiting with family in…read moreKernersville, NC this past Sunday, 9/28/25. We were in the mood for some fried chicken and BBQ. The fried chicken was perfect and the BBQ tasty, as were the french fries, cole slaw and brunswick stew. Their sweet iced tea is next to southern perfect, too. My wife, once a food service employee many years ago, commented to Christina, the manager, about the impeccable cleanliness of the bathroom. I can attest to the same in the men's bathroom as well. My wife remarked that a clean bathroom is usually indicative of a clean kitchen area as well. Smithfield Chicken & BBQ in Zebulon is well run with friendly personnel and a top-notch manager with Christina in charge.

Went back home to NC and my buds stopped here on the way to the country. Love the pork pulled BBQ…read morewith slaw Sandwich with side of Carolina Hush Pups. Delicious. Stopped at same location again on the way back to the airport 24 hours later. This was my first time trying this chain BBQ and was so impressed with the cleanliness, service, and food. I loved it!

BBQ can vary greatly from place to place. SCNB has true eastern North Carolina BBQ. it is always…read moregood. Covered in their own vinegar sauce I find it hard to beat. When we lived in Virginia SCNB was a definite stop while traveling in North Carolina. For many years we only ordered the bbq, until one year, my wife tried the fried chicken. OMG. They do chicken right. It reminds me of fried chicken when growing up. The seasoning is the best. Not hot and spicy but just gooood. Publix fried chicken comes close but SCNB always comes out on top. Next come the sides. The Brunswick stew tastes like the recipe is generations in the making. It is thick, meaty, and loaded with vegetables. If you're looking for pulled pork and excellent fried chicken, then SCNB is a fantastic choice.

This place had an old diner vibe when we walked in. We were greeted immediately and walked up to…read moreorder. It's counter service and they bring it to your table if you're dining in. We made 2 trips during the week we were here. The first time I got the chicken and bbq plate, also came with fries and hush puppies and also Cole slaw. As a Florida native. My idea of bbq is different. I'm used to sweet and tangy sauce or a golden mustard sauce. Their sauces are vinegar based with a bit of tomato paste for color and red pepper flakes. I will say it's an acquired taste. It wasn't bad. Their fried chicken was really crispy and it was really juicy, hot and fresh. I also tried their banana pudding which was pretty good. Could have more cookies and add whipped cream, but that's my personal taste. My second trip on the advice of my boyfriend I got the bbq sandwich which you can get with Cole slaw on and then add their vinegar bbq sauce and that was WAY better!! The tangy and creamy together was great. I also go their 3 piece tender snack pack. Wow these tenders were enormous! I had to take them home. One was as big as my hand! Also shared a hotdog with slaw on it and that was meh. I wouldn't get that again didn't care for the hotdog wasn't big enough or juicy enough.

Great Wings and More…read more Mad Flavorz is hard to describe. First and foremost, it's a wing shop - a very good wing shop. The wings are big, chunky, meaty, tender and smothered in a variety of unusual (and unusually tasty) Flavorz. I highly recommend the bone-in Mad Flavorz Bourbon Wings - a lot of flavor with a balance of sweet, heat and tang. I'm running out of adjectives, so I will simply say that these are some of the best Wings I ever ate. As the name would imply, it's also a Lounge with a full service bar, relaxed atmosphere super friendly service and extensive list of beers. It doesn't get much better than a pile of world-class wings and an ice cold Red Stripe. We were impressed with the diversity of the menu - everything from Burgers and Hoagies to Salads and Seafood. The Coconut Shrimp was institutional but delicious. The Specialty Sides are as good as the Wings.. The French Toast & Chicken Tenders Plate was a mixed bag. The Toast was disappointing (not restaurant quality), but the three good-sized Chicken Tenders were nicely done - crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The Fish Whopper Sandwich lived up to its name. The very large filet was golden brown, crispy and served on a fresh soft bun. Add a side of perfectly fried Okra and you have a satisfying meal. The Jamaican Beef Patty - much like an oversized empanada - had a nice crispy shell filled with flavorful minced beef. It was extra tasty with a little of the Cajun Jamaican Jerk Sauce. My biggest issue with Mad Flavorz is that they are often out of several menu items and beers (Lobster Pops, Banana Pudding, Cheesecake, Red Stripe, Modello to mention a few). I hope this is a temporary situation. Having said that, I still very much enjoy eating at this somewhat quirky eatery.

Wonderful food, super service, relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely go again & again . They are…read moreopening a restaurant at Lake Royal, where we live and we will be regulars.

Get the chicken!!!!! Came for the bbq , stayed for the fried chicken. First time at this location…read moreon a Wednesday evening while visiting the area with the idea of eating good bbq. The do have a fast food type service, nothing is made to order and the also have a drive thru. Good home style ambiance I ordered a bbq ribs with Mac and cheese and potato salad which was the special of the day. Chicken tenders with fries. Fried chicken with fries. Everything come with hush puppies and we also had a order or some type of corn sticks. The bbq ribs in my opinion weren't good at all and they were cold. Mac and cheese was box Mac and súper under seasoned. Potato salad and fries were ok. Corn sticks were dry. Hush puppies were weirdly shape , but really yummy! Fried chicken and tenders were absolutely delicious!!! Super seasoned and left me wanting to go back for more. One of the BEST fried chicken I've ever had! Come for the fried chicken and you won't be disappointed! I would definitely be back if I'm in the area for that chicken!

The customer service here is great! The service was very fast, and the workers were very kind. The…read moreambiance is cozy, classic, and inviting, and the establishment was very clean. However, if you prefer savory barbecue, I would pass on the food. Everything was very sweet which was disappointing. Overall, it's a clean and pleasant establishment with great customer service and a nice atmosphere. Unfortunately, the food just wasn't for me, so I wouldn't return for the food.

I ordered a cold lobster roll and it was ready in less than 5 minutes…read more Service: 5/5 The staff was super friendly and even gave me a buzzer to indicate when the food was ready. Taste: 4/5 While it wasn't the best lobster roll in the world, it definitely was a pretty good one. My only wish was that the lobster was slightly fresher and that the rolls were not only toasted on the outside but also the inside. Price: 5/5 The cost was $15, a pretty good price for a lobster roll. Overall, I would have given them a 4.5 if I could.

Another stop-by in downtown Wake Forest. All I can say is... HALE YEAH! The pumpkin dump Cake is…read moredivine. Served warm, with whipped cream and caramel drizzle. Light and airy pumpkin pie/cake with a cream cheese like frosting plus chopped nuts. Wow!!!

Another delicious meal from Fishin Shrimp. A huge portion of outstanding boiled shrimp plus corn…read moreand red-skin potatoes. The shrimp are enormous. And boiled to perfection in a briney mix. They're crisp to the bite, firm, fresh and delicious, served dusted with Old Bay. The boil also includes 3" corn on the cob and whole red-skin potatoes. The seasoning is perfect. Try. This Truck.

Fishin' Shrimp catered the Friends of the Renaissance Centre event so I did not have a food truck…read moreexperience. We had fried cod; shrimp cocktail; roasted potatoes; pasta salad; coleslaw and a veggie tray to select from. The food was cooked perfectly and delicious. I don't know about the prices as I didn't pay. But I will be on the lookout for the food truck.

Outstanding Bunn Newcomer…read more El Meson brings to Bunn a full-service bar and grill that's open for lunch and dinner seven days a week - a welcome addition that fills a real void. The decor is fresh and cheerful; the service friendly and efficient; the food is delicious, and prices are reasonable - a great combination. You'll find all the Mexican favorites on their extensive menu; as well as a well-stocked bar with mixed drinks, draft and bottled beer and wine. That traditional complimentary basket of Tortilla Chips comes with a bowl of thick zesty Salsa. The Chile Rellenos are one of my favorites. A giant Poblano is crammed full of ground beef, chicken or beans, in a thin batter with a drizzle of Oaxaca Cheese. The traditional Mexican Rice and Beans were perfectly seasoned and served piping hot. We also recommend the Shrimp Tacos. Soft tortilla shells are loaded with slightly briny Shrimp, Lettuce and Pico de Gallo and served with a tangy Sauce on the side. If you are really hungry, try the Enchiladas Verdes. One Chicken, one Beef and one Cheese Enchilada are topped with a Green Salsa that is loaded with the flavors of Tomatillos, Garlic, Onion, Cilantro, Jalapeños, and Spices. El Meson also serves excellent Beef, Chicken or Bean Burritos. The Mexican Torta) is a real treat. This hearty, oversized flatbread sandwich (much like a Cubano) is stuffed with the meat of your choice (I like Carnitas - shredded pork), Lettuce, Avocado, Tomato Cheese, Mayo and Jalapeño. A complete meal by itself. I guess the addition of French Fries is a concession to American tastes, but I prefer to substitute Rice & Beans.

Food was great! Super recommend this place I will…read moredefinitely be going back Service was amazing too

Blows every other breakfast place in the Raleigh area out of the water. Best breakfast sandwiches,…read morebest Cajun tots, and amazing customer service. In a world where customer service is hard to find, Ironbox greets you with a smile and makes you feel so welcome. Try adding the pineapple jam to your sandwich with a little cholula for the best sweet and spicy combo. The bacon bites are also the perfect side.

Great food and great service! If you're planning on taking your order to-go, I'd recommend to place…read moreyour order online that way it's ready when you arrive. There's a bench if you want to stay and eat, sometimes when it's too sunny they'll have an umbrella to provide shade. I went with the create your own breakfast platter and my sister went with the Hawaiian sunrise. The tater tots were too good! It was recommended to add Cholula hot sauce to the ketchup for a nice kick. It didn't disappoint. Too good!