20 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Gastonia

Chick-fil-A Fast Food • $
424 Cox Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich
Chick-Fil-A Waffle Potato Fries
Grilled Chicken Sandwich Meal
Chick-Fil-A Chicken Sandwich
Chick-Fil-A Deluxe Sandwich
Chick-Fil-A Cool Wrap Meal
Grilled Nuggets Kid's Meal
Chick-Fil-A Nuggets Meal
Chick-Fil-A Deluxe Meal
Chick-N-Minis 4 CT Meal

“Chick fil a always has tasty food, friendliest employees ever, long lines but only deserment I have is that I hear a lot about addied ingredients to they chicken. Like it's addictive. Still looking into it. But until I find out the truth. I'm gonna eat the spicy chicken“

3.9 Good302 Reviews
Whataburger Burgers • $
3415 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Burger with Mushroom Burger
Blackjack Cheeseburger
Black Jack Burger
Backyard Burgers
Seasoned Fries
Hot Dogs
Honey BBO

“I’m from Dallas TX and live in Tega Cay now and I saw Whataburger on my maps for nearby places to eat and about lost my mind squeeing in excitement. Nothing hits the spot like a Whataburger with cheese. Pickles, onions, and mustard the way god intended. Anyway, if you’re craving that breakfast or that burger, come and get it. And if you’re traveling through, stop and eat.“

3.9 Good248 Reviews
Five Guys Fast Food • $
2212 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries
Little Bacon Cheeseburger
Fresh Cut French Fries
Little Bacon Burger
Little Cheeseburger
Grilled Mushrooms
Large Cajun Fries
Five Guys Burger
Veggie Sandwich
Five Guys Style

“The best burger I’ve had in a really long time. They were so good and the burger tasted hot and fresh. Asked my wife if she wanted another and it was a hell yeah. Took my receipt with our order details on it back to the register and they said they were worried I had a complaint. Couldn’t be farther from the truth!!! Ordered 2 more and was completely sober-that’s how good they were.

These employees need a raise; my god. Every person working during first 2 weeks of May 2026 got it going on tonight.“

3.5 Good324 Reviews
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Subway

Subway Sandwich Shop • $
1651 Bessemer City Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

The Philly Footlong Pro Double Protein
Turkey Cali Club Footlong Regular Sub
The Boss Footlong Pro Double Protein
Cold Cut Combo 6 Inch Regular Sub
Black Forest Ham Sandwich
Subway Footlong Cookie
Meatball Marinara
The Great Garlic
Italian B M T
Veggie Delite

“I recently stopped at this location after picking up some items from the Amazon warehouse nearby. I was pleasantly surprised that I didn't have any weight and I was greeted the moment I walked in. The cashier I spoke with was very understanding about my lack of knowledge of the new menu items and was able to make some good suggestions. The quality of the food was excellent and better than I normally experience at other subways.

When I went to pay for my sandwich the gentleman that processed the transaction did so quickly and smoothly. I was happy with everything that I experienced while visiting and will definitely stop back in the future.“

4.3 Superb129 Reviews
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Arby's

Arby's Fast Food • $
345 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Arby's Signature Sandwiches
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Double Roast Beef
Beef and Cheddar
Cherry Turnover
Chicken Tenders
Jalapeno Bites
Apple Turnover
Great Service

“I love Arby's. There Roast Beef sandwich is like heaven. It's just so delicious it will blow your mind. I don't think anyone has better fast food than them. There curly fries or also great. The only thing is it is not cheap. Be prepared to pay for it“

3.6 Good206 Reviews
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Arby's

Arby's Fast Food • $
524 Cox Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Half Pound Beef 'N Cheddar
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Double Beef 'N Cheddar
Crispy Fish Sandwich
Fire Roasted Philly
Classic Roast Beef
Loaded Curly Fries
Chicken Tenders
Cherry Turnover
Jalapeno Bites

“very fast & friendly service 🖤💜“

3.5 Good246 Reviews
Captain D's Fast Food • $
360 N New Hope Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Original Fried Fish w Fried Okra & Slaw
4pc Dinner w Fried Shrimp
Southern Fried Fish Dinner
Salt and Pepper Catfish
Giant Fish Sandwich
Loaded Baked Potato
Batter Dipped Fish
Jalapeno Poppers
Chicken Tenders
Corn on the Cob

“It’s good and fast service“

3.5 Good245 Reviews
QDOBA Mexican Eats Mexican • $
401 Cox Rd Ste 182, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Burrito Bowl Topped with Freshly Grilled Adobo Chicken Brings the Flavor
New Create Your Own Habanero Lime Steak Bowl
Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
Southwest Steak Burrito
Impossible Taco Salad
Chicken Protein Bowl
Brisket Birria Bowl
Pico not Salsa
Burritos Bowls
Tortilla Chips

“Amazing place they have impossible burger you can use to make any burrito“

3.5 Good253 Reviews
Cook Out Fast Food • $
2113 Union Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Small Grilled Onion Burger Cheese Nuggets and Onion Rings
The Largest Cheeseburgers Thay Have
Chicken Quesadilla
Chili Cheese Fries
Burnt Hush Puppies
Cheese Quesadilla
Cajun Chicken
Cheddar Style
BBQ Sandwich
Chicken Wrap

“Shout out Summer who was working drive-thru tonight, out of all the times we have been there she has the best attitude and best customer service we ever received there! She should definitely be a manager because she knows how to treat and talk to the customers and isn’t hateful. Great job Summer, we will definitely be back!! Please give her the chance for a manager position!!!“

3.1 Average329 Reviews
El Gordo Venezuelan • $
1003 Union Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Mixto Mixed
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“Decided to try something different today and found Gordo's. Absolutely delicious food! Everything was super fresh, well seasoned and that home-y taste that is so lovely. All made to order too. The pricing is excelent especially considering the size of everything. Absolutely amazing!“

4.9 Superb20 Reviews
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Subway

Subway Sandwich Shop • $
3826 S New Hope Rd Suite 6, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Steak & Cheese
Italian B M T
Subway Club
Cookies

“Everything was amazing from start to finish! On top of that, our waitress was wonderful. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of the entire time. Her great service really made the experience even better. I would definitely come back and highly recommend this place!“

3.7 Good100 Reviews
Bojangles Fast Food • $
1657 Bessemer City Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Bo's Chicken Sandwich with Pimento Cheese
12pc 4 Chicken & 8 Chicken Supremes Meal
Sausage Bo-Berry Biscuit Combo
Bojangler Fish Sandwich Combo
Dirty Rice - 10 30am to Close
Southern Gravy Biscuit Combo
Chicken Rice Bowl Combo
4pc Bo Bites Kid's Meal
Bojangles Cajun Pintos
Blue Berries Biscuit

“I go to the Bessemer City Bojangles location a lot with my girlfriend and every visit I am satisfied and this may be the best Bojangles around. The staff are on it and I always get very delicious food. Once I asked if I could get dirty rice instead of a biscuit, the cashier said that the biscuit just automatically comes with the meal. Which I was ok with, and they were nice enough to get me a small cup of rice and not even charge me for it.“

3.1 Average265 Reviews
McDonald's Fast Food • $
1909 Hoffman Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Quarter Pounder with Cheese
Grimace Birthday Milkshake
Quarter Pounder Hamburger
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
World Famous Fries
Hot Caramel Sundae
Chicken Mcnuggets
Hot Fudge Sundae
Ice Cream Cone
French Fries

“The morning shift ladies are all so incredible. I've stopped by almost every morning for the past few months to get an iced coffee in the drive thru. Without fail, every visit is exceptional. The morning crew are very sweet, quick, and an incredibly friendly group of ladies. I’ll definitely keep coming back, not just for the really good coffee, but for the genuinely warm interactions that always start my mornings on a great note.“

3.1 Average277 Reviews
Cook Out Fast Food • $
2810 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Quesadilla
Chicken Strips
Honey Mustard
Cheddar Style
Cheeseburger
Chicken Wrap
Cheese Bites
Cheese Fries
Hush Puppies
BBQ Sandwich

“On the snow day, January 26, 2026, I showed up at 8:30 PM craving some cookout. They were one of the few restaurants that were still open! They provided great service and were very kind, they said they were supposed to close 30 minutes ago, but they stayed open just in case a few more people came in. I was so thankful! as always, the food was Perfect.“

3 Average360 Reviews
Hardee’s Fast Food • $
2135 N Chester St, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Double Biscuit 'N' Gravy
Regular Chicken Biscuit
Roast Beef Medium Combo
Rise and Shine Coffee
Double Hardee's Frisco
Double Cheeseburger
Bacon Cheeseburger
Chicken Fingers
Frisco Burger
Ham Biscuit

“Today for breakfast I was given a very last minute task. To take orders for breakfast from Hardee’s. I personally do not do last minute actions but that wasn’t the case. Long story short the staff was kind and helpful understanding. They did recognize me from the past visits. That entire team hustled my order and one guy helped me to my vehicle with my order. In reality I am sick with sinus infection and just their positive energy made me feel better. You guys Rock!“

3 Average192 Reviews
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Subway

Subway Sandwich Shop • $
1020 W Hudson Blvd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Subway Club Footlong Regular Sub
Black Forest Ham Sandwich
Sunchips Harvest Cheddar
Coca-Cola Classic
Cookies

“It offers fresh, customizable sandwiches that let customers choose their bread, toppings, and sauces exactly how they want. It’s also a convenient and affordable option with many locations, making it easy to grab a quick meal almost anywhere.“

3.3 Good167 Reviews
Papa Johns Pizza Pizza • $
2212 Union Rd #50c, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Create Your Own Hand Tossed Pizza
BBQ Chicken and Bacon Pizza
Alfredo Chicken and Spinach
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Pepperoni Pizza
Papa's Wings
Taco Pizza

“it's good pizza. Philly cheese steak is the best“

3.4 Good128 Reviews
Rhodies Food Truck LLC Caterers • $$
12 Bennett Drive, Gastonia

“A must get…best wings I’ve ever had!“

5 Superb13 Reviews
Pizza Hut Pizza Delivery • $
2521 E Ozark Ave, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

The Ultimate Hershey's Chocolate Chip Cookie
Pepperoni Pizza and Chicken Wings
Meat Lover' S Pizza
Traditional Wings
Pepperoni Pizza
Boneless Wings
Cheese Sticks
Breadsticks
Pizza Pie
Honey BBQ

“I did carry out on my visit. Pizza was as good as it gets. Order was ready when I arrived. Almost an "industrial" site, in that it was set up for delivery, not carryout. Staff were very nice. My only advice would be to spend some money on a "store front" for customers who do carryout. Sometimes it is the details that make the experience.“

3.3 Good188 Reviews
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KFC

KFC Chicken • $
1690 Neal Hawkins Rd, Gastonia

Customers` Favorites

Extra Crispy Fried Chicken Breast with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
2 Piece Drum & Thigh Flavored Meal
8 PC Saucy Nuggets Combo
Mac and Cheese
Chicken Tenders
French Fries
8 Piece Meal
Cole Slaw

“.. My original order was very displeasing and the customer service from the Old lady with the bun In her hair at the drive-through window was very rude and very impatient she didn’t even try to help come up with a solution that’s ridiculous. Dustin swooped in and saved the night!!! He spoke professionally He asked what the problem was and he came up with a solution. That is what you call customer service… Thank you, Dustin. They need more people working there like you.🩷“

3.3 Good189 Reviews

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