First visit to Big Red's Cafe and it did NOT disappoint!…read more We tried the Kickin' Chicken with pasta salad and The Big Red with potato salad -- and wow... every bite was delicious! The service was friendly, welcoming, and made us feel right at home. Safe to say we'll definitely be back because there are SO many more things on the menu we can't wait to try!

Pretty cute spot. Went there after a hike in Crowder's mountain…read more Foodwise the sandwiches are quite small. Didn't hit the spot. But the place is pretty nice for a casual coffee date with some pastries and coffee

There staff was nice but the experience was not as much. I got two scoops and after paying they…read moretold me they only had enough to give me one scoop and I had to pick another flavor. They were overall out of 4/5 flavors which was unfortunate. I had the sea turtle ice cream and there were no pieces of anything in my scoop. The cookie dough ice cream was grainy and made me cough.

I really want to like this place. They have a decent selection of sweet treats. But the service…read morejust hasn't been good, and the treats have disappointed on taste. On May 26, 2024, it took forever to get a staff member to give us a sample or two of ice cream flavors. They seemed annoyed we wanted to try a flavor and wanted to rush us to order. The Butterfinger ice cream I ended up getting had a weird banana taste to it, the cone was stale, and I've felt funny since I ate it. We've tried baked goods too. They were okay but unspectacular. Some of the items, like cheesecake slices, are overpriced when compared to the same type selections at other dessert shops in our region. The space is big and includes an outdoor seating area, but none of it is that inviting. Sometimes there appear to be staff members' kids or siblings wandering around and laughing judgmentally and creepily. The whole vibe is just odd, and after a few visits the place just disappoints.

I read all the great reviews but that was not my experience! Had to flag someone down to get the…read moreorder I called ahead for even though only two other people there. Ordered two club sandwiches but they were not clubs--just regular sandwiches on white bread. Fries soaked in grease. Place did not look clean. Also not at all a fan of the numerous political flags pasted everywhere. I'd skip this one!

I joined a group of Senior golfers at Woodbridge Golf Links on Veterans day and we went here for…read morelunch after rain shortened our outing. This is home cooking, mostly comfort good, hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken tenders with fries and onion rings. They also have a dedicated counter where they serve up Tony's Ice Cream so you get some good milk shakes. It's lind of a 50's to 60's them restaurant with old records on the wall and photos of Elvis and the Beatles. They also have a decent sound system, playing the oldies. I had a cheeseburger and fries, It was all OK. Nice to hang out with the Senior Golfers on Veterans day.

On 7 November 2025, I ate lunch at Grandma Hoyt's Country Buffet (GHCB) before going to Crowder's…read moreMountain State Park for a light hike. This is a family/veteran owned restaurant in Bessemer City, NC Exit 13 off of I-85. This family owned been in business has been feeding the community for more than 30 years. If you want a good meal at a restaurant that give one an at home away from home feeling, then this is a place I recommend for local and passing through travelers. Hey military veterans, each year military members who also are motorcycle riders do o a cross country treck in honor of our fallen soldiers. Well, consider making GHCB one of your pit stop for a good meal. The food is served buffet style for under $20. I had a little of darn near everything..,whew, I was full as a tick when I left. All support this family/veteran owned restaurant if you're traveling on I-85 near Bessemer City, NC Exit 13! See the picture of the owner, and some of the delicious food I enjoyed during my visit.

Two thumbs up from this guy! All you can eat comfort food served cafeteria style by the very…read morefriendly staff! Just point at what you want and they make the plates for you however you like. There was a large selection of both mains and sides. Everything i tried was good! It was a value too at $13. Give it a try!

I love their hamburger basket. The food is delicious and I like the old time feel to it. The car…read morehop lady is always so sweet

Everything went very well! We were greeted about 2 minutes upon arrival. The food came pretty…read morequickly but was fresh, hot and very good. The jumbo cheeseburger meal was delicious. One of my favorite parts was that they give whole pieces of bacon, unlike other places, the bacon is cut and they put a few pieces but this one was so good and the bacon was fresh and crispy as well too! My Husband and I did not go inside because it was raining but you could also tell everyone gets in and gets out. We did not see one person to pull up and stay to eat after getting their order, everyone pulled off right away. Overall, the workers were kind and the food was amazing. I have no complaints, only compliments!

I hate to rate this place so low because the waitress was super nice. The atmosphere has all of the…read moreMexican restaurant hallmarks. They used to have a buffet here, however the waitress said that they don't do that anymore. I think that I have become so spoiled by Papa's and Beer in Shelby that this place was a major let down. I ordered the dinner combination that consisted of a burrito, a chimichanga and rice. The burrito was more like an enchilada. The chimichanga had no crunch to it and it was tiny as well. Last, but not least... Did this place give me, the bottom of the pot, hard and slightly burnt rice? What a disappointment. Sad sad sad. Can't really dismiss this place either. Would I try it again? I don't think so. One and done for me. Especially for the price.

Don't wast your time and money in this establishment. I had went with a couple of friends, ordered…read moreour food and waited about an hour before getting our food. You would think they would have everything together after waiting for an hour. They forgot tortilla sauce and condiments. They drinks were terrible, their drinks taste watered down with lots of sugar. The food was bad, burnt carne asada and you would think a Mexican restaurant would serve some delicious tacos de asada. They were dry, chewy and bland. Place is absolutely disgusting their sanitary grad should be way lower. Mi gente este lugar es asqueroso y una falta de respeto para nuestra cultura!!!

I stopped by after work for my second visit. (I came in for the soft opening and forgot to post a…read morereview). The first time I came, I got the turkey chops and a turkey leg. I was very pleased with the seasoning, the portion size, and the overall taste of the chops and the legs. On this visit, I decided to go with some fried turkey, wings and okra. I waited for about 7 to 8 minutes for it to be prepared. I didn't mind because I wanted it freshly made. I didn't eat inside, but there are four tables and seating along the wall as well. Food was great. It was seasoned well and fried perfectly. The portion sizes were good for what I spent. The okra were extra but worth it for me. I also got the peach lemonade and it was nice peachy and sweet. They also carry desserts, but I will try that the next time. Stop in and check them out. I don't think you'll be disappointed. Great customer service!

The Customer Service is A1, There is seating in the inside of the restaurant!…read more The Food is absolutely amazing, everything was delicious! I started out with the Turkey Knuckles.....OMG THIS IS A GREAT SPIN OFF TO BEEF STEW. The Turkey Knuckles were tender, succulent and savory. They were well cooked and paired over jasmine rice with potatoes and carrots. My 10 year old son said those were the best carrots he ever tasted! The fried turkey wings and Turkey Tips are fried to perfection, you can taste the seasoning throughout the turkey wing! They have the perfect crunch on the outside and are juicy and tender on the inside. The Grilled Turkey wings are paired with a homemade sauce that consists of sweet and savory spices with a hint of honey. The sauce is a must have it pairs well with everything! The Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake is like eating the best homemade strawberry shortcake ice cream in a cake minus the ice cream! Don't forget walk run and get it! The Vanilla Poke Cake is like eating banana pudding and vanilla cake together! The Sumthin' Sweet NaNa Puddin is so good and fluffy, the texture is perfect with Chessmen Cookies! All the lemonade Flavors are really good my favorite was the Peach!

We had come here in April of 2020 from what maps had shown. Since I didn't remember it, I decided,…read more"Why not try the supposed 'best breakfast in Gaston County'?" Well... first, the customer service from our waitress could have been so much better. I liked that many people were here and had high hopes, but that went nowhere. I honestly don't like complaining, but it was interesting that we weren't even asked if we wanted any refills on our coffee, meanwhile everyone else around definitely had some refills. Our waitress hardly checked on us. We observed another young lady who was as sweet as can be (Samantha), and I actually asked her about the tea since I just wanted that because, truthfully, the coffee was basically mud water, and not in a good way. I also found myself having to ask our waitress how much longer for our food to come out because it seemed to take way too long for the food we ordered. I ended up leaving more than half my eggs and the city ham, but I definitely liked the pancakes; they were pretty good, and the norm of a grilled cheese sandwich was eatable. I will add I wasn't expecting a high-class breakfast, but what could've made things so much better would've been the attentiveness and customer service from our waitress. We won't be returning, to say the least; it's added into a list I have of "NEVER go." Wish it would've been a better experience.

Excellent food and wonder prices . Everyone is friendly and food come out hot and fast . Small…read moreplace ,but they make you feel like family

Nice, clean and the staff are very interactive with children! They have outside activities so…read morefamilies can enjoy time together while eating.

This is a cute little place to take the kids. They have so many different flavors it's…read moreimpossible​not to find one you'll like. Service is always fast and friendly. You have to sit outside though, no indoor seating. They have things to keep you busy like Cornhole and hula hoops. I'm not one for super sugary desserts so I usually only get something for the kids. Nice place to stop by when you want something quick and cheap, and to keep the kids happy.

Service and food is great. Wings are the best!!! Has a pretty low key bar also. The burgers are…read morejuicy and a large portion.

Amazing food. Great service. Laid back atmosphere with awesome tunes playing. There's even a patio…read morearea for when the weather's great.