Tex-Mex Back Road Grill

Groovy Beast Is a Must-Try in Gastonia!…read more What a fantastic experience from start to finish! The moment we walked through the doors, we felt the relaxed, upbeat atmosphere that makes you want to sit back, enjoy yourself, and dig into some good food. We had a feeling this place was going to deliver, and it absolutely did! The service deserves a shout-out of its own. Our server was attentive, friendly, and on top of everything, while the rest of the staff greeted us with smiles and genuinely positive attitudes. You can tell when a restaurant has a good vibe throughout the entire team, and Groovy Beast definitely has it! The food? Straight-up delicious! My wife went with the Garlic Parmesan wings, which were seasoned perfectly and fried to a gorgeous golden crisp. I created my own UFO Double Burger with bacon, egg, and Swiss cheese, and that monster of a burger did NOT disappoint! It was massive, juicy, flavorful, and loaded with everything I wanted. In hindsight, I probably could've conquered a single instead of the double! The sides deserve some love, too. The fries were crispy and tasty, and the onion rings were spot-on--not overly thick or paper-thin, just the perfect balance of crunch and flavor. Groovy Beast has the complete package: great food, generous portions, outstanding service, and an atmosphere that makes you feel welcome. It's the kind of place you discover and immediately start wondering why you didn't try it sooner. Do yourself a favor and check this place out! Gastonia has a real hidden gem here, and we're already looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommended!

We had a great dinner here. The vibe is fun with a retro vibe and funky art. I really enjoyed the…read morefood. I got the bang bang cauliflower and it was a great big portion. It was crispy and sweet and spicy with tender interior. They also had a burger with a veggie patty option I'll try next time! My partner got the salad which was huge and delicious. The fries and honey mustard sauce were also delicious. The service was also wonderful, the workers were joyful and helpful with quick check ins often to make sure everyone was happy.

Love the vibe of this place

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Tino's

4.9(10 reviews)

2.0 mi

I know it's a dive but it's the best customer service I've had anywhere. The food came out quickly…read moreand the waitress was attentive. The buffalo chicken wrap with hot honey garlic buffalo sauce was They get an extra star just because they had Coke Zero. I'm not in Gastonia often but, I will dine here again when I am.

Service was 5 stars--super friendly and attentive! I loved the onion straws, and the side salad was…read morefresh and really good. As a personal preference (and as a bit of a wing connoisseur), I'd give the wings 3 stars. They were well cooked, but I'm just not a fan of breaded wings, so they weren't quite my style. Overall, good experience.

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Mic's Kitchen

4.2(59 reviews)

5.8 mi

Absolutely delicious, 5 stars!! Stumbled across Mic's while out in Gastonia. This spot has a huge…read moremenu with amazing food! The cocktails were great to start off with and they're strong! I suggest the apple moonshine cocktail.. it's like a sweet treat to go along with your meal. You also only need one to feel the buzz. I kept smelling chicken tenders and wanted to try them out. They were delicious! A side of Mumbo sauce pairs very well with the tenders. The catfish and grits really hit the spot as well. They were on special in December so hurry in if you want to try them. Our waitress Tess was also phenomenal. Top notch service and suggested the best things for us to try. It's not huge inside but there was ample seating and no wait to get our food. It's very light inside and cheery, so feel free to have a good laugh with friends here. I plan on stopping by next month to try even more of their fantastic menu!

I found this Gastonia gem while planning for our hiking day at Crowder Mountain. It is a small…read moreplace with outdoor seating. The staff was friendly and helpful. We started with the delicious cornbread. My husband got sweet tea, chili burgers with Brussel sprouts. I got catfish po-boy with lemon pepper fries. The food arrived hot and large portions. Everything tasted great and we will be back.

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Mic's Kitchen

Webb Custom Kitchen

4.6(1.2k reviews)

5.8 mi

just go and have a great time cool atmosphere old movies playing in the background. great service…read moreask for BELLA. great food great service good value.

I could've sworn I reviewed Webb already, but if not, here we go. Webb is an undeniable jewel in…read moreGastonia, and I find myself there at least once or twice a month. This restaurant has genuinely shifted the dining landscape here. Before Webb, I had to drive to Charlotte for a solid meal. Now, Charlotte drives to Gastonia for Webb. Let's talk food. I am a die‑hard fan of the short rib, it's my go‑to cheat meal, always paired with a glass of Nobilo. Other dishes worth mentioning: the pork chops, the steak, the crab cake, any of the brunch selections, and the burgers. Honestly, I could keep going. Webb is consistent in excellent service, elevated dining, and it's exactly what Gastonia needed. Say what you want but Webb was the first step to the downtown revitalization process, they set the tone for all of the amazing growth Gastonia is experiencing today. Go to Webb, you will not be disappointed.

The upstairs balcony

Club Sandwich

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Meatloaf sandwich

Clover Harvest

4.8(102 reviews)

6.3 mi

Service - Outstanding Hamburger - best I've ever had…read moreanywhere Dessert - made in-house and excellent. Premises - immaculate and unique This food is fresh, not processed and it is expertly prepared and presented. Within two minutes of entering, I said "these people know what they are doing". I was right. I'm definitely going back.

Updating to identify a few flaws on Mother's Day 2026. The…read morecalm ambiance that we are accustomed to at CH was replaced today by a disgruntled manager who was so disconnected with his staff, kitchen and customers, you could cut the tension with a knife. Whereas the food is fresh and very tasty (kudos to the kitchen), several things are lacking when they are put under a little pressure.

Inside dining

Shrimp & grits and Korean chicken sandwich.

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Outside dining

Mayworth's Public House

4.1(258 reviews)

5.4 mi

the bartender Fanny is the absolute best. Greatest smile, perfect personality, and wonderful aura…read more Best service ever!!!

I entered Mayworth's Restaurant and waited 5 minutes before writing this post. No one came to…read moreservice me or give me a menu. It was not packed and there were empty tables. I saw a waitress go to a table and talk to the guest, then went to another table and sat down to talk to the patrons about an order. She still just ignored me. The environment is nice, moderately loud, but you can still hear the people you are talking to. After speaking with Fanny, the bartender, who is awesome, the manager came over and made things right, because of my long wait! They have karaoke every second and fourth Saturday. Dj was awesome! The food is good and the establishment reminds me of the TV show. Cheers.

High top group table

Big fish and fries

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Bar area and main dining room.

The Eagle's Nest

4.3(62 reviews)

6.5 mi

A great small town spot :) I used to come here with my dad and get BLTs, a simple order, but the…read morebacon was always perfect on it.

Started out with an appetizer of fried zucchini. These are the best all around - other locations…read moreare ring-shaped, theirs are like thick fries. I ordered a Hamburger Steak plate with fried onions, which came with fries, texas toast, and coleslaw. They gave me generous servings of everything: so many fries that it hid my steak (which took up half the plate). Everything was amazing for a very cheap price.

They even have curbside

Simple side salad with fat free ranch!

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Pimento cheese burger on grilled sourdough bread.

Lotus Chophouse & Sushi Bar

4.0(127 reviews)

2.9 mi

Been here several times and tried multiple dishes. Service is outstanding and food amazing. So…read morehappy to have a date night restaurant so close to home.

When we arrived we were seated promptly, however we did choose to dine at the bar. The bartender,…read moreMena, was very pleasant. She did however prematurely take my drink away- although I wasn't finished; that could have been a simple mistake. The appetizers were decent. We had one Crabcake, which is odd considering they normally come with two at any other restaurant, but it was pretty good. The potstickers were also good. I had the Salmon Oscar, which was flavorful. My husband had the stuffed shrimp which was also good. We added a side of Mushroom Risotto and it was not good at all. The manager offered to remove it from our bill. We ordered Crème Brûlée and that too was very unpleasant. The pudding tasted old and it was drenched in chocolate. The experience was overall good and we would return to perhaps try different things.

Another view of the tables!

Sad White Cheese Flatbread

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Table decor for the rehearsal dinner!

Guacamaya’s Restaurant Bar & Grill

4.7(15 reviews)

5.0 mi

The food was amazing and would be coming back for tacos Tuesday. Great service and ambiance all…read morearound

We decided to give this place another shot. The food is excellent, as I said in a previous review…read moreand I stand by that. Don't expect an Americanized version of Guatemalan food, this is authentic. Well I have not been to Guatemala, I've spent time in Central America in neighboring Belize. This food rivals anything I had there. We did have to request refills on drinks and our check. But we knew what to expect this time. Don't go and expect to have a waitress hovering over your table. Just let them know when you need something. The food is well worth the weight.

Interior

Pastelitos de maíz

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A worker standing at the bar talking to the servers.

Eggs Up Grill

3.4(110 reviews)

4.0 mi

We always come here when we visit our grandchildren. Get the founders hash it's great! Grace is our…read morewaitress and she is always nice. We will be back.

If I could rate this place 0 stars, I would. I placed an online order for pick up. Initially, they…read moremake our coffee order wrong. We ordered 3 iced coffees. When they brought me my order, they had made it hot. I told the employee and they took it back to "fix" but all they did was pour steaming hot coffee over ice. It was terrible and had no flavor. What a waste of $13 for coffee. And then they made my order entirely wrong, with the wrong protein, bread, and cheese. This place is MID. And tell me why the hostess was snapping her fingers at the younger staff like she owned the place. Seems rude to me. I will never be back here. And if you're considering eating here, I would recommend NOT.

Restaurant

Scrambled Eggs

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Holly J.

9 years ago

Best newbie food place in Gaston Co. Great burgers of many types, more than decent breakfast for those who get up very early. Luis and Daisy have 'specials' during the week, bowls of different types, plates, soups, and they post them online so we will know what is happening daily. More than affordably priced foods made by people who know how to cook. The only downside is they are only open after 3pm on TH & FR, but we hear that may change soon (I'm a night worker and don't get up til 3pm). Doesn't stop me! I gear my TH & FR to eating at Tes-Mex Back Road Grill. read more

El J.

9 years ago

great place went there with our soccer team after our saturday game and went back on taco tuesday for $1 tacos and they are the best tacos around straight from cali good prices too.. will be back soon!!!!!!! read more

Alissa H.

1 month ago

I absolutely LOVE this place! Such amazing food with kind staff. Overall, this place has amazing seating options (indoor & outdoor), good music, and even better ACP read more

Jatario P.

1 year ago

star was a great server and the food was amazing had to tip them made my mouth water and the chicken was so tender made me about slap my mama lol read more

Enrique H.

9 years ago

great food and the new owners are awesome ! been there 4 times since they took over and they have amazing food and prices are on point read more

Tim L.

9 years ago

Great food! Out of all the restaurants that have been in this building this one is the best and you can tell it by the parking lot!!

Jordan Q.

7 years ago

10/10 overall I recommend breakfast lunch dinner and a to go box for a late night snack!!!!

M J.

6 years ago

Taco Tuesday is the best thing around. All tacos are 1 dollar. Fantastic value and taste

Hunter P.

294

9 years ago

Great food great service for breakfast! Enjoyed the atmosphere and friendly service :)

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