24 Best American Restaurants near Lawndale

Johnny Ray's Smokehouse Barbecue • $
4629 Fallston Rd, Lawndale

Customers` Favorites

Chopped Brisket Sandwich and Their Homemade Fries
Bourbon Peach Smoked Wings
Famous Fried Cheese Curds
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Duke Burger with Chips
Chopped Brisket Plate
Chicken Fried Chicken
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Slow Smoked Wet Ribs
Breakfast Burger

“Natalie was awesome at explaining rolls vs hoagies. Never had to ask twice for anything. She went above and beyond. Good to see young kids with good work ethics and manners.“

4.6 Superb371 Reviews
Missfits BBQ Barbecue • $
4835 Fallston Road, Lawndale

Customers` Favorites

Triple Cheeseburger w Bacon Cheese Fries
Chopped BBQ Plate with Fries and Slaw
Double Cheeseburger Basket
Fried Bologna Sandwich
Ribeye Steak Sandwich
Chicken Club Sandwich
Philly Cheese Steak
Crispy Chicken Sand
Fried Mushrooms
Baby Back Ribs

“Tonys has some of the best food around! BBQ is delicious 😋 Portions are excellent Price is fantastic🙌 I definitely recommend them to anyone!!“

4.5 Superb95 Reviews
Fasgas Minimart American • $
201 Carpenters Grove Church Road, Lawndale

Customers` Favorites

2 for 1 00 Hotdogs on Thursday
Hot Dog

“Talking about stuff. This little country store has a ton of it. They now open the grill on Sunday 10-4. They made me an incredible hotdog all the way. Home made slaw by the way. It was really good. Stop in a see them. The staff are super friendly.“

4 Good100 Reviews
Depot Cafe American • $
202 Price St, Lattimore - 8.68 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Pie Mac & Cheese and Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Pot Roast Green Beans Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Fried Chicken Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans
Meatloaf Steamed Cabbage and Mashed Potatoes
Pork Chop Mashed Potatoes and Slaw
Pinto Mac and Cheese Turnip Greens
Chicken Pie and Veggie Casserole
Meat Loaf and Veggie Casserole
Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries
Bacon Cheeseburger Plate

“Always a good meal for a good price. Nice workers.“

4.8 Superb76 Reviews
27 West Family Restaurant American • $
5525 NC-27, Vale - 9.85 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Salad with Fruit
Grilled Chicken Salad
Chicken Tenders
Fresh Salad Bar
Popcorn Shrimp
Cheeseburger
Onion Rings
Tater Tots
Hamburger
Flounder

“Great food, and very sweet staff!!“

4.9 Superb61 Reviews
Norman's Cafe American • $
9193 NC-10, Vale - 10.59 miles

Customers` Favorites

Porkchops Greenbeans & Hashbrown Casserole
Salad and Garlic Toast
Collosal Burger
Chicken Tenders
Ham Grits Eggs
Cheeseburger
Onion Rings
Flounder
Hot Dog
Fried

“We haven’t been here in a very long time & tonight we realized it was a restaurant we needed to frequent way more! The food was absolutely delicious & we had the SWEETEST waitress too! She was very attentive & we never had to ask for anything!“

4.6 Superb55 Reviews
Alli's Cafe American • $
891 North Post Road Suite 4248, Shelby - 8.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Decker Club Sandwich Basket
Grilled Chicken Salad
Cheese Omelette
Baked Spaghetti
Gravy & Biscuit
Fried Chicken

“It’s a wonderful place to get a hot homemade cooked meal…
The ladies here are friendly and welcoming…
We will definitely come back while working on the bypass here in town…
Thanks for the hospitality, ladies.
You make the stop even more enjoyable…😉“

4.4 Superb48 Reviews
Bistro 214 American • $$
Recommended
214 - A S Lafayette St, Shelby - 8.64 miles

Customers` Favorites

Trout with Sweet Potato Hash
Bread and Seasoned Olive Oil
Salmon Grilled Asparagus
Fried Mash Potatoes
Fried Oyster Salad
Shrimp Appetizer
Bananas Ni Fen
Chocolate Cake
Steak Salad
Steak Filet

“We have been coming here for special occasions for a while now and it never lets us down. Walking into that renovated historic building on Lafayette Street, the atmosphere gets you right away. It feels like somewhere you'd drive an hour to eat at, and honestly people do.

We started with the mushroom tart, which is one of those appetizers that sounds simple but is really something. Delicate pastry, savory mushrooms, great cheese. Then I had the filet and my wife had the salmon. Both were cooked exactly right. The portions are generous for a fine dining spot and the prices are fair, especially compared to what you'd pay in Charlotte for the same quality.

The service is attentive without hovering. They know the regulars and make first-timers feel just as welcome. On weekends the acoustic guitarist, Eddie Cook, plays in the background which adds a lot to the atmosphere without ever getting in the way of conversation. If you haven't been, make a reservation and go soon. There's really nothing else like it in this part of the state.“

4.3 Superb79 Reviews
9

Hub

Hub American • $
108 East Grover Street, Shelby - 7.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hash Browns with Cheese Onions
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Spicy Chicken Tenders
Chicken or Tuna Salad
Double Cheeseburger
Chicken Salad Plate
Vegetable Omelet
Bowl of Gravy
Cheese Omelet
Tossed Salad

“Great place to eat. I like their daily. The wait staff are friendly and very attentive. The food is always great and there are many options to choose from.

Dietary restrictions: There should be something available that everyone would be able to enjoy.

Parking: There are plenty of parking spots available.

Wheelchair accessibility: This restaurant is fully handicap accessible“

4.2 Good20 Reviews
Jan's Restaurant Family • $
4902 Fallston Rd, Fallston - 3.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders with Wedges
Two Egg Breakfast Plate
Potato Wedges
Onion Rings

“5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐ There food is the best“

4.6 Superb102 Reviews
Showmars Shelby Greek • $
1500 East Dixon Boulevard, Shelby - 10.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Limited Time Fish Sandwich Special Tea Fruit Bowl and Cookies
Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie
World Famous Fish Sandwich
Grilled Zucchini & Squash
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Fish Sandwich and Tartar
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Calabash Shrimp Platter
Hamburger Steak Dinner
Homemade Onion Rings

“Absolutely did some plumbing work the kitchen is very clean employees are very presentable and friendly also there baked potato soup is 💯“

4.5 Superb146 Reviews
Kelly's Seafood Seafood • $
1204 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby - 10.02 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders Potato Salad and Hushpuppies
Whole Flounder on the Bone
Flounder Filet of Flounder
Fried Filet of Flounder
Single Deviled Crab
Cold Boiled Shrimp
Fried Dill Pickle
Large Perch Plate
Calabash Chicken
Seafood Platter

“the salt and pepper catfish and shrimp 🍤 😋 😍 and flounder love it all it's cooked just right and you get your money's worth 😋“

4.5 Superb139 Reviews
Pleasant City Wood Fired Grille Pizza • $
233 South Lafayette Street, Shelby - 8.69 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cowboy Burger with Sweet Potato Fries
Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries
South Mountain Chicken Pizza
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Steak and Mushroom Pie
Blackened Penne Pasta
Pesto Bread Sticks
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Margherita Pizza

“Pleasant City Wood Fire Grill knocked it out of the park!

We had Pleasant City Wood Fire Grill cater the welcome party for Jeremy and Savannah, and I cannot say enough wonderful things about them! They made 50 pizzas and 100 wings in a variety of flavors, and everything was absolutely delicious!

With that many people to feed, we knew it was a big order, but they handled it like pros. The pizzas were hot, fresh, and full of flavor, and the wings were a huge hit—there was something for everyone!

Not only was the food amazing, but they made feeding a crowd look easy. Our guests raved about the food, and we had so many compliments throughout the evening.

Thank you, Pleasant City Wood Fire Grill, for helping make Jeremy and Savannah’s welcome party such a success! You truly knocked it out of the park, and we would highly recommend you to anyone looking for great food and a team that knows how to deliver! 🍕🍗❤“

4.4 Superb222 Reviews
Creekside Clock Seafood and Steakhouse Steak House • $
1025 Kiser Street, Shelby - 9.86 miles

Customers` Favorites

Side of Chicken Tenders with Peppers and Onions
Catfish Filet with Fries Hushpuppies & Slaw
Country Style Steak \u0026 2 Sides
Country Style Steak & 2 Sides
Side of Potato Salad
Fried Mushrooms
Seafood Platter
Hamburger Steak
Baked Potatoes
White Fish

“This is a very good restaurant with a massive menu and it is pretty consistant quality. If you can't find something for every single one of your family to eat here go back home and make a sandwich.

They have meat and two vegetables with a huge selection of meat and vegies to choose from and about any type of bread you want.
They have great steaks at a resonable price, seafood which is all good, subs, hoagies, burgers, lasagna, spaghetti, massive breakfast menu, good wings, a dozen or more appetizers, ribs, you can order an extra meat side.
Everything is made from scratch and if you can't find it here you don't need it.

My favorites are their country fried cubed steak, meatloaf, real mashed potatos with steak gravy, potato salad, mac and cheese, macaroni salad, slaw, i love their blackened salmon! Oh sweet potato casserole with pecans is great too.“

4.4 Superb123 Reviews
Northbrook Family Restaurant American • $
6679 NC-27, Vale - 8.84 miles

Customers` Favorites

Double Bacon Cheeseburger Basket
Grilled Chicken Salad
Large Chef Salad
Chicken Tenders
Hamburger Steak
Flounder Fillet
Blooming Onion
Fried Chicken
Fried Shrimp
French Fries

“Ate Sunday lunch there, everything was great, food n service 😋“

3.9 Good122 Reviews
Jive Turkey Cafe Cafe • $
137 South Post Road, Shelby - 10.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger with Double Meat & Double Cheese on a Bun
Chicken Salad Chef Salad
Cheeseburger Basket
Cafe Club Sandwich
Bacon Cheese Fries
Chicken Puri Puri

“I just stopped by the jive turkey cafe to try out breakfast and let me tell you, do yourself a favor and stop in and grab a bite, you won't regret it! my breakfast quesadilla is delicious! Don't sleep on this cafe because it is in the college, it is open to the public and the food is fantastic!“

4.7 Superb20 Reviews
Newgrass Brewing Co. Brewery • $$
213 South Lafayette Street, Shelby - 8.65 miles

“We had my son and daughter in law’s rehearsal dinner upstairs 3/26/26. We had the best experience with Kelly at Newgrass. She was so helpful with the whole process. The food was delicious and setting was casual and fun. 🙂 Thank you to Newgrass for making our weekend the best! ⭐️🌟“

4.2 Good132 Reviews
Skooters Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $
1851 East Dixon Boulevard, Shelby - 10.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

Boneless Sweet Chili Hot Wings
Loaded Fries or Tater Tots
Skooterz Burger Basket
Pounder Burger Basket
Cheeseburger Basket
Boneless Wings
Supreme Pizza

“I loved this place! Lots of space. Music was a little to loud but it was not on the back side away from the music. The staff was amazing and so sweet to us all. I will definitely be coming back when we pick up our truck. Very clean and put together. Not gonna lie I was worried at first from the outside but it's amazing inside love it!“

4.1 Good58 Reviews
Taste-T-Drive-In Hamburger • $
322 E Marion St, Shelby - 8.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger with Mustard Onion Mayo Lettuce and Tomato
Bacon Cheeseburger Combo with Hush Puppies
Bacon Cheeseburger Basket
Jumbo Bacon Cheeseburger
Hamburger Steak Plate
Homemade Onion Rings
Chuck Wagon Basket
Pineapple Pudding
Double Hamburger
Buffalo Chicken

“Wow! What a great hamburger. I have paid $15 for burgers that were not as good. It was cooked up fresh after I ordered it and was delicious. I could tell it is good quality hamburger meat. The fries were good also, they were large crinkle cut fries .And they were fried up fresh.. A friend told me about the lemonade and I tried it. It’s the best around and I even got a free refill. I love this place..A restaurant doesn’t have to be complicated to serve great food.“

4.1 Good96 Reviews
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Buffet • $
1712 East Dixon Boulevard, Shelby - 10.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Rice with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy and a Roll with Cabbage and Meatloaf
Turkey Mashed Potatoes with Gravy Green Beans and Sweet Potato
Fried Fish Okra Cooked Cabbage
Classic Breakfast Combo
Macaroni \u0026 Cheese
12 Piece Fried Chicken
Sweet Potato Casserole
Prime Rib & Assortment
Thanksgiving Dinner
Macaroni & Cheese

“Ordered pick up for church homecoming, spoke with manager Diane to place order, gave her the pick up by time, when I arrived order was completely ready to go out the door no wait time. She went above and beyond. Thank you Diane for making my pick up a breeze! You are awesome“

3.9 Good371 Reviews
Waffle House Breakfast • $
1808 East Dixon Boulevard, Shelby - 10.52 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cheese Omelette Hashbrowns Grits and Toast and Jelly
Biscuits & Gravy Eggs and Grits
Cheeseburger & Fries Meal
Two Egg Breakfast & Bacon
All Star Breakfast Plate
Taxes Bacon Patty Melt
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Chocolate Chip Waffle
Sausagge Egg & Cheese
Bacon Hashbrown Bowl

“I recently made a comment on Facebook about the cleaning of the griddle tops. The manager had replied and said he would make sure its corrected. He kept hus word. Several days later I came back and the griddles were normal. The food was so much better like what you'd expect. Thank you for listening to customer comments and actually doing something about the problem. The quality and taste was night and day. Keep up the good work“

3.5 Good285 Reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse Steak House • $$
1235 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby - 9.91 miles

Customers` Favorites

Longhorn Caesar Salad
Steakhouse Classic
Baby Back Ribs
Fresh and Hot
Texas Tonion

“Great food!“

3.1 Average139 Reviews
Applebee's Grill + Bar American • $
433 Earl Road, Shelby - 9.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

8 Oz Steak with Broccoli and Mashed Potatoes
New Neighborhood Beef Nachos
Triple Chocolate Meltdown
Smaller Plate with Fries
White Queso Dip & Chips
Club Sandwich and Fries
Blackened Cajun Salmon
Bourbon Street Chicken
Side Steamed Broccoli
Chicken Wonton Tacos

“The Applebee’s in Shelby, NC is always a solid place to stop in for a good meal and a great atmosphere. The staff here truly stands out — they’re friendly, attentive, and make you feel welcome from the moment you walk through the door. You can tell they take pride in taking care of their guests.

The food was decent and came out just the way we expected. Everything was hot, fresh, and served quickly, which is always appreciated when you’re out grabbing a bite with family or friends.

The environment inside is one of the best parts. It’s clean, comfortable, and has that relaxed vibe that makes it easy to sit back and enjoy your meal. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch, dinner, or just a quick bite, it’s a dependable spot with great service and a pleasant atmosphere.“

3.2 Average413 Reviews
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IHOP

IHOP Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch • $
700 East Dixon Boulevard, Shelby - 9.81 miles

Customers` Favorites

Gravy and Biscuits Sausage Links and over Easy Eggs
3 Eggs over Medium Soft Bacon Crispy Hashbrowns
Scrambled Eggs Hash Browns and Bacon
Colorado Omlet My Favorite Go- To
Bourbon Bacon Jam Eggs Benedict
Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes
Strawberry and Cream Crepes
World-Famous Pancake Combo
Create a Face Pancake
Cinnamon French Toast

“I recommend the waitress Monica Barrera at the IHOP in Panorama City Calif as she gives such great and wonderful service. She asks if everything is ok and always comes back to give refills. This is much appreciated. Best wishes from the original Johnny Blaze, and "may the Blaze be with you."“

3.3 Good338 Reviews

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