Restaurants in Forest City

“we went for the first time tonight and it was amazing! our waitor was friendly, engaging, and didn't mind cracking jokes with the kids! we definitely plan to come back!”

“The food and the service are fabulous. I have found a new place to eat.”

“Food is always great (awesome job cooks) and the waitresses are amazing:)”

“I will definitely go back again. That was so wonderful. The service was great. The waitress was wonderful that she was always there for you. I'll go back again”

“We eat here twice a week, we can’t get enough of it! We get the steak burrito with no rice, extra meat with a side of ceviche. Everything is fresh and the salsa bar is the best in town. We’ve had almost everything on the menu and everything is delicious. Service is quality and fast even when it’s busy! Gustavo the owner is a genuine guy. Appreciate you guys!”

“Best soul food in town. The food is always good and hot”

“their chorizo sopes are perfect!”

“Alba and Mario have a fantastic restaurant. Homemade Italian food at its finest. I had eggplant parm and hubby had chicken parm - you could taste the authentic flavored rapped in the dish. We happened upon Mario’s on drive between Chattanooga to Charlotte. It’s a small place but Alba is on top of her customers with a positive attitude. We got to chatting at the end of the night and explained that it was our 27th wedding anniversary… Albas wishes were so kind and sincere and honestly this was the best dinner choice. We finished with a slice of chocolate cake and it was rich and Devine. This is definitely a repeat location!!”

“Wonderful food and awesome service. Classic NC BBQ with refined touches. I'll return for more.”

“Valerie was an excellent waitress. She made sure to take care of our order. Food was delicious! Will return!”

“Friendly service, great food”

“I have not been to it so can’t speak for the location which is why I’m playing it safe with a 3 for atmosphere, but I’ve had it delivered a few times and have had no complaints with any of their food. My order has always been right.”

“We eat here all the time. The pizza is so good! A large feeds two adults and two kids! A bargain for sure! Staff is so kind!”

“This place is awesome! Great, authentic food and great prices. Also they’re usually very quick and always friendly. ¡Ve allí, no te arrepentirás!”

“Best in town! The DoorDash is good too!”

“Very cozy shop, perfect to work/study in!! The employees are so kind and welcoming ON TOP of making amazing drinks!! :)”

“absolutely recommend everything they sell! as soon as you walk in, the aroma of all the baked goods hit your nose like a breath of fresh air.. I could spend my entire paycheck in this place! 10/10”

“The ice cream was delicious!”

“🙂 I absolutely love this restaurant and the staff. It’s been under new management and they are doing an amazing job. The food is phenomenal. I haven’t tried anything I haven’t liked yet and the staff are always genuine and friendly. Definitely check out their night life vibe on karaoke nights on Tuesday and Friday nights. It’s always a fun crowd, no matter who shows up. Come with the intention to let loose and connect. It’s always worth it to put your authentic self forward and connect with the locals. Show up and bring/tell your friends. I promise you won’t be disappointed”

“The food is great here and the prices are reasonable. Less expensive than most. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The restaurant is always clean when I'm in. I cannot review on the bathrooms because I've never even looked for them in there. Portion sizes are great. Most people use the drive-thru for whatever reason but they do. Around dinner time the drive through line will be halfway down food Lion parking lot or more. This is a popular restaurant. I would definitely recommend a visit to Akita Express Japanese grill on Broadway in Forest City North Carolina.”

“First time guest. Nothing but good things to say. Friendly, fast service. Top quality toppings. My new favorite pizza place, bar none! Two thumbs up! Five out of five stars. Love it, and will be coming back for more!”

“If you’re looking for the perfect place to cool off and treat yourself, Pelican’s SnoBalls & Ice Cream is the spot! The flavors are amazing, the ice is always soft and refreshing, and the ice cream is just as delicious. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming, and every visit is a great experience. Whether you’re stopping by with friends, family, or just treating yourself, you won’t be disappointed. Highly recommend checking it out—you’ll definitely want to come back!”

“We enjoy the cozy atmosphere , the quick and friendly service and the food is great! Especially the “Special Burger “ which leap nothing to the imagination!”

“First time guest. Nothing but good things to say. Friendly, fast service. Top quality toppings. My new favorite pizza place, bar none! Two thumbs up! Five out of five stars. Love it, and will be coming back for more!”

“delicious food, great staff Huge pancakes !”

“MOST PEOPLE GO THROUGH THE DRIVE-THRU YOU WILL GO THROUGH AND YOU'LL THINK NO ONE IS THERE AT ALL YOU DON'T SEE ANY CARS IN THE PARKING LOT BECAUSE MOST GO THROUGH THE DRIVE THRU. MOST WHO GO THERE OUR FAMILIES AND PROFESSIONALS SUCH AS NURSES DOCTORS AND ACCOUNTANTS THE CHINESE FOOD IS EXCELLENT I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT THE ONLY THING I DO NOT ADMIRE ABOUT THE PLACE IS THEY DON'T HAVE FOUNTAIN DRINKS THEY ONLY HAVE BOTTLES #CHINESE #RESTAURANT #ASIAN #ORIENTAL #NC #NORTHCAROLINA”

“Came here with my wife and her sister as we were headed towards Charlotte. My wife put in the order for the 3 of us. We entered the store when the app said the order was complete and two of our drinks were ready, but our sandwiches, croissants, and the other drink didn’t arrive until like 15 mins later. There seemed to be a little bit of a morning rush in the drive-thru but we couldn’t quite under what held up our order, as other people’s orders were showing up just fine at the counter. 🤷🏼‍♂️ At least the guy that gave us the rest of the order sorta apologized for the delay 👍🏼”

“Great Bar B Q and friendly customer service!”

“First time guest. Nothing but good things to say. Friendly, fast service. Top quality toppings. My new favorite pizza place, bar none! Two thumbs up! Five out of five stars. Love it, and will be coming back for more!”

“First time guest. Nothing but good things to say. Friendly, fast service. Top quality toppings. My new favorite pizza place, bar none! Two thumbs up! Five out of five stars. Love it, and will be coming back for more!”

“Amazing 10/10. Djdnf”

“First time guest. Nothing but good things to say. Friendly, fast service. Top quality toppings. My new favorite pizza place, bar none! Two thumbs up! Five out of five stars. Love it, and will be coming back for more!”

“Food is very delicious, the proportions are good and definitely recommended.”

“This place is awesome. Food is always good and hot. Service could be a little faster but I know not to go here if I’m in a hurry. But food has always been top notch. Never had to wait for a seat more than 5 mins. Pricing I think is pretty fair. Highly recommend giving this place a shot.”

“Just wanted to say the staff was very helpful, and our order was made correctly and perfectly. The young gentleman at the register was extremely nice and even accommodated us with 2 free 20 oz sodas because their fountain machine wasn't working properly. Thank you for being so thoughtful and kind.”

“We ate here on a whim one Sunday and it was amazing!! Fresh flavors and the texture of the ice is perfect! We loved it!!”

“Went by yesterday after work and I will say this was amazing! Amazing family who runs this and so sweet and kind. The food is excellent and great prices ! Just wish they were open on Saturdays !”

“Davis Donut House is one of those true Forest City originals — a place with history, heart, and donuts so good they’ve become a local legend. The shop first opened in 1972, founded by Charles and Shirley Davis as the town’s very first bakery, and for decades they welcomed customers starting at 5:30 a.m. until the last donut was gone. Over the years, ownership passed through caring local hands, but the commitment to tradition never changed. Today, the bakery still uses the original recipes and hand‑crafted methods that have kept people coming back for more than 45 years. Rutherford County, NC

Their most famous creation — the Orange Twist — is a true Forest City icon. It accounts for more than half of their entire business and is something you can only get here. They also offer more than 25 varieties of donuts, all made fresh daily, with the bakery producing around 2,000 dozen donuts each week to meet the demand.

One thing every local knows: you have to get there early. These donuts sell out fast, especially on weekends, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. The early‑morning crowd is part of the charm — a sign of just how beloved this place is.

The staff is friendly, the donuts are consistently fresh and delicious, and the sense of tradition is something you can feel the moment you walk in. Davis Donut House isn’t just a bakery — it’s a piece of Forest City history, and it’s absolutely worth waking up early for. Five stars, every time.”

“The food is always great, and the staff are always friendly.”

“Wonderful staff, clean, and the food is to die for, SO GOOD!”

“The food was really good what was supposed to be cold was cold what was supposed to be hot was hot they had a good selection of different kinds of fruits and meats so we enjoyed ourselves”

“ordered a 32 piece and were not disappointed! got Nashville hot and santa fe. Nashville wasn't very hot but still tasty. wings were great size and cooked perfectly. so juicy. fries also good. just needed a tad more seasoning. 8 out of 10 will order again!”

“Always love going here!!!! The staff is super friendly, food is always hot and fresh, and the cookies are straight from Heaven!!!”

“Usually quick drive thru! For customized or specialty orders you should order online or by phone and wait until you receive a message stating that your food is ready for pickup!! Service is typically friendly! I put 3 for atmosphere bc it's usually drive thru when I order!!”

“The service was so fast! Team work makes the dream work. In a plethora of restaurants, people don't want to work, much less work together. The chicken salad sandwich is so delicious 😋.”

“I love supporting our local mom-and-pop restaurants! They work hard to serve our community, and the food is always worth it. My daughters always order the teriyaki chicken 🐔, and my husband can't get enough of the teriyaki steak 🐮. Our family always enjoys our meals, and we're grateful to have such a great local place to support. Shop local and help our hometown businesses thrive!”

“I've been there many times with no complaints. Trust me if I have reason I will complain.Need I say more people. Try it out! I'm telling you it's awesome stuff.”

“It has taken me hours to realize what happened. That young manager got it in her mind that I was trying to steal an extra sandwich. She apparently did not believe that they had failed to prepare the sandwich correctly. That's the only thing that would possibly cause her to come out to my table and immediately begin to be rude to me in my 11-year-old grandson. Read the comment that I also posted.”

“Has experiences with multiple individuals with authority. They do actually care about your experience. One of my orders was wrong because of my own doing (I wasn't specific during my order) and the shift manager was very empathetic and accommodating. I didn't accept because I acknowledged my mistake but I really appreciated the gesture. Will definitely come back here and plan to.”

“Egg, meat, hashbrown bowls.”

“The fried chicken sandwich, fries and Dr. Pepper from the friendly and beautiful girls at the drive through was TOP quality. I’ll take their chicken sandwich over chick fil a anytime!!”