Stopped on the way home from a Zach Williams concert not expecting much as it is 10:45pm and we are…read morejust desperate for something to eat on the way home. We did have to pull up to wait for our food, but it was less than 5 minutes and our food came out really hot! The burgers were delicious to be McDonald's and the fries were salted just right! The sweet tea was even good y'all! We were pleasantly surprised!

07.21.26 - Stopped by to get breakfast, but they were only serving a very limited breakfast menu…read moredue to "power problems."

Pickings are slim in this rural town in Snow Hill if you want a sit-down restaurant option. To hear…read moresome locals tell it, this may truly be one of the better options in town. Good news if you are visiting the county courthouse: this is a very convenient location because it is directly across the street. Service was great. Our server was very attentive and our food came out without much of a wait. There is a bar. Dress is casual. My taco salad was okay (I should have skipped the grilled chicken and stuck with shredded chicken. Also, I removed the beans which was my own mistake because there wasn't much substance left to the salad other than shredded lettuce, cheese, sour cream, chicken and a small, half slice of tomato).

This was a very pleasant surprise. We weren't expecting much but left highly impressed. Very nice…read morerestaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. We were promptly seated. Terrific service. We both had excellent taco dishes. If we're in the area, we will certainly be back.

Hello, This is a fine establishment. The double bacon…read morecheeseburger is a true delight! It brings me to a euphoric state. Your employees are top tier, so cute and helpful. They always make me feel welcome, I am there 6-7 days a week and it's not nearly enough. Thank you for making my day every day. I love you, Kayden T.

We stopped in on our way to South Carolina for a quick bite to eat. As soon as we entered, we were…read moregreeted by Yasmine. Her positive attitude and attention were very infectious. She was literally the definition of customer service. Now to the food, kids all ordered burgers and they stated it was delicious. The hubs and I went with the chicken platter; the chicken was cooked perfectly, crispy on the outside and very moist in the inside. Place was cleaned and very inviting.

Service was great, food was delicious, and ambiance was awesome. The music selection was a…read moreselection of the 80s.

Bad health grade ..... the ownership changed and it has gone down…read moreRodents roaches and flies

Super clean Friendly and with laughter…read more Great customer service Quality and quantity of food is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME PLEASE stop at this restaurant for a good sub sandwich

Fresh and generous ingredients. Happy, smiling staff casual dining area or pick up and dine at a…read morepark or at home.

The local branch has this brutal new policy in the drive thru about ordering. Really argumentative…read moreand very, very stingy with the condiments. Sometimes they don't even put my sauces in the bag when I order it. This time I asked for ketchup and they told me to go inside and get it for myself. Really sets you in a bad mood for the day when you visit this local Kinston branch

The Kinston, NC Chick-fil-A didn't have the most effective setup. I placed a mobile order, but for…read morepickup inside. There was an area for delivery driver pickups and an area for the rest of us. The food seemed to be made quickly, but they were not good at getting it to those who ordered, so it sat for a while and cooled. I want my fries hot. Then I had to ask for my beverage as it wasn't given to me. I expect more from Chick-fil-A.

Quick service and good to grab food Togo. Definitely get a box combo, the fried okra and hush…read morepuppies were great so would recommend. Plenty of seating inside or you have the drive through option.

I was visiting Kinston, NC for work and thought I'd try the local, regional flavor. So I visited a…read morelocal fast food chain, Cook Out, my first time ever at this chain. But I should have kept with the reliable Chick-fil-A's of the world. I had the grilled chkn sandwich--cheddar style. It was edible. The cheese, however, was liquid yellow cheese, not sliced cheddar. In fact, I didn't taste any cheddar at all. The chicken was a little tough. The bacon and grilled onions were the best part of the sandwich. My onion rings needed ketchup because they tasted like how restaurant kitchen dishwater smells, you know, that sort of musty, metallic/soapy smell. I had one by itself (yuk), then two with ketchup, then threw the last five rings away (btw: this was my double-order - 8 onion rings w/ heavy breading). As it turned out, 8 was 8 too many since they weren't very good. My vanilla milkshake was nothing more than soft serve "icy milk." There was no creamy consistency to it. It had that ice milk crystalline texture, even after it partially melted...like 60 minutes later. I know it's fast food, (and it was very fast), so my expectations were low to begin with. But I figured it would be better than this. On the upside, it was inexpensive, only $10.30. The service staff were nice enough and it was a very clean restaurant, hence the 2 star rating, but the food was definitely lacking. Just skip it, unless you need cheap food in a hurry and don't care what it tastes like. Or maybe, the other items are decent--I don't know? But I don't think I'll be giving this chain another chance.

That Brisket Meatloaf is FANTASTIC! My green beans and potato salad were excellent also. So many…read moreplaces make their potato salad really bland, but this place does it right. The service was awesome and the restaurant setting was very nice. I truly enjoyed both my meal and my time here.

Before I share my thoughts on this restaurant, it's important to note that just 2 1/2 weeks before…read moredining here, I spent time in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. That means the competition for this establishment, at least in my mind, is some of the best--places like Panther City Barbecue in Fort Worth and Terry Black's Barbecue in Dallas. This restaurant advertises itself as serving "proven, winning competition barbecue." Having recently eaten at Terry Black's--a proven, award-winning establishment--I can't help but draw some comparisons. At Terry Black's, the pits are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring that the barbecue is as fresh as possible. Here, while the staff takes noticeable steps to keep the meat moist and juicy, the taste and consistency just didn't feel like they lived up to that "award-winning" standard. Ambiance and Staff: The interior is neat and clean--exactly what you'd expect from a newly opened restaurant. The staff was exceptional. Everyone I spoke with was kind, helpful, and eager to provide a good customer experience. It's clear they are putting in the effort to make guests feel welcome. That being said, the restaurant is still in its early days, and you can tell they're ironing out some operational kinks. I imagine that in a few weeks, most customers won't notice these small bumps. The Food: This is where things get a little disappointing. I had high hopes for the brisket and beef rib, but unfortunately, neither lived up to my expectations. To be fair, I am comparing them to award-winning Texas establishments, which sets a high bar. Still, I couldn't help but feel underwhelmed by the flavors. The brisket lacked the bold, smoky taste that defines great barbecue, and the beef rib didn't have the consistency or texture I expected from a place claiming to be competition-level. The sides were average. For example, the collard greens didn't compare to the ones I had at another local restaurant the night before. The jalapeño mac and cheese was decent--I could see and taste the jalapeño, but it didn't stand out as memorable. The cornbread was probably the best item I had, but even that was good, not great. As for the sauces, I tried two of the three (not the Carolina style). They were both good, with subtle differences that I appreciated, but they didn't elevate the meal in any significant way. Overall Thoughts: This place faces stiff competition, both locally and in my own mind, given my recent Texas barbecue experiences. For ambiance, they earn a solid 4 out of 5. For customer service, the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff deserve a 5 out of 5. But when it comes to food taste and quality, it just didn't meet the expectations I had--especially considering the hype and the claim of being "proven, winning competition barbecue." Compared to places like Terry Black's, where the pits are running 24/7 to ensure fresh barbecue, this establishment didn't deliver the same level of freshness or flavor. While I can tell they are taking steps to keep the meat moist and juicy, the taste and consistency just weren't award-winning in my opinion. With time and refinement, I think they could improve, but as of now, the food didn't live up to the hype.