Cinder Bistro

532 Main St, North Wilkesboro
(336) 827-2739

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Kati Petrey

Every time we eat here the food is amazing and the service is top notch. Definitely a favorite of ours.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Zimmerman

The staff was friendly and courteous. The owner or manager really took time to say hello to us. The food was good and the environment was fun.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shirley Finegan

Great place for good food! Very attentive staff... many smiles!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lisa Ann Laws

My first time eating there and I have to say I enjoyed my meal. I done a Philly steak burnt ends and appetizer was the trio dips I shared with a friend I recommend eating there again and for those who have not tried, it Try at least once .

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

AcAw

A honest & lengthy-detailed account of a recent local gem I discovered šŸ™ ā™„ļø :

***If you’re able to access my review-history (truly unsure), you will see that I RARELY leave reviews good, or bad***—
however, this small local business deserves their flowers 🌹 šŸ’ 🌹

I’ll start by saying, we eat out a TON; honestly an embarrassing amount due to my work schedule.
The first time we ate @ Cinder Bistro, I was so impressed that I immediately began telling friend & family of how amazing their food, service & homey, cozy environment was.
I have became so ā€œburnt outā€ on eating out.
I actually began to despise my job, just because I blamed it for having to pay for & eat ā€œwilkes county foodā€ on almost a daily basis. We’ve been ā€œlong term regularsā€ at darn-near every restaurant in town at some point, or another, and they have all turned us off via cheaper-quality ingredients āŒ, careless management/servicešŸ™…ā€ā™‚ļø, over-priced & under-portioned platesšŸ¤‘, etc.
I guess that’s why it was ā€œlove at first sightā€ with my Cinder Bistro experience.
From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted as family. When an employee (or owner) approaches you, they actually listen, and genuinely put forth effort to ensure you have a pleasant experience. The staff is attentive, personable, knowledgeable and more than capable of explaining their menu options.
When I recieved my first plate of genuine ā€œCinder Bistro gold ā€œ (smoked-pulled-chickenšŸ‘Œ) I initially felt the portions looked slightly-smaller than I’d like. But soon after digging in, I realized it was an optical illusion most likely due to the dinnerware/etc used because I rarely leave a restaraunt with a full belly—but it was all I could do to clean my plate. And the food was FAR too good to waste 🤪
My next visit I tried the SMOKED BRISKET QUESADILLA and HOLY-šŸ’© that is a product of LOVEā¤ļø and pure culinary genius 🧠!
After 2 DIFFERENT amazing dishes, I couldn’t contain myself; I had to try a 3rd…. The deep FRIED FISH šŸŽ£ and it was probably the best piece of friend fish I’ve ever eaten… and I grew up with the old-southern style family that ate at fish camps every weekend my entire childhood 🤣
šŸ’° Plates will cost around $12-$17 per adult, with a reasonably priced kids menu.
šŸŗ GREAT SELECTION of local North Carolina craft craft beers, wide selection of bottles and mixed-drinks made to perfection šŸ”„
ā„ļø We visited during the snow storm(s) & they broke their backs coming together, to give people a place to eat because most were closed. It was chaotic and understaffed, but the food was still amazing 🤩
I’ve spent far too long writing this review, but I want this community to SWARM this place & EMBRACE them as a staple-restaurant, the way they have embraced my family upon each of our visits. These folks are building a business through love, dedication and knowledge and deserve to thrive & survive.

THANK YOU šŸ™ Cinder Bistro šŸ”„ —
For being genuine folks that take pride in what they are doing and deserve my hard earned money. There’s no worse feeling than spending $50-$100 on a family meal, but leaving hungry/angry/disappointed … a feeling I had became far too familiar with in this town, until I discovered YOU ALL!!!! 🫔

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tamera Miller

Food and service is always fantastic. One of our favorites in Wilkes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

David Meier

Always great food with the brisket and the wings being my favorite at the moment. People are nice and Lyn was great on our last visit. There are a number of items that I want to try that look delicious, but I always seem to order the above mentioned items because they are so good. Local beer selection is good, although they seem to be out of things pretty regularly. Other than that minor item, it's one of our favorite local places.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rick Rogers

Awesome business

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

D Clayton

Had a great meal. Great service. Loved the bbq pork and chicken. Will be going back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joy Richardson

Cinder Bistro was a fantastic experience! The food was absolutely superb. The Triple Dipper Appetizer was an amazing start, and the collard dip was fabulous, with perfectly seasoned tortilla chips. The Cattleman’s Wedge was unforgettable, with the brisket adding the perfect touch to the classic wedge. Brisket and pulled pork would satisfy any craving for smoked perfection. The hush puppies were so delicious, and I even used the leftover beer cheese from the Triple Dipper to dip them, which was a chef’s kiss! I finished off this memorable meal with one of the best banana pudding I’ve ever had. I’m not sure what kind of wafers they use, but they’re so much better than traditional. Our server, Jeff, provided the best service we’ve had in a restaurant since I can’t remember when. His suggestions and hospitality made our experience at Cinder Bistro exceptional. This establishment has definitely gained repeat customers.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Smokehouse Quesadilla, Fried Okra, Pulled Pork Plate, Banana Pudding, Hushpuppies

Doug Williamson

My go to place for great food and service in Wilkes County

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Leonard Pelagio

Great place next to antique shops definitely worth it. Burger so big I barely finished the side.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Daniel Tart

Life changing burgers with refreshing collards done right.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kelly Morgan Cook

Food was great , great atmosphere , friendly staff!!

Missy D

Great BBQ, burgers, and sides. For a group of pretty discerning, self described ā€œfoodiesā€ from the south, we were all impressed. Service and atmosphere were great as well and the local beer and cider were delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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