50 Best American Restaurants near Stanley

“I had the Phoenix Burger and it was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend!“

“Love this little place. Just got the barbecue plate. Couldn't eat it all. So much good food. My belly said yummy ?“

“Good breakfast , good service , good prices“

“The food and service were EXCELLENT!!!“

“Overall great dining experience on an explorative family outing. The only consideration was the dessert. The Banana pudding while served up in a giant goblet of a dish was 95% cream whip. A great Banana pudding in most opinions should have either banana or cookie or both in every bite.“

“The vibe here is amazing! I love a double entendre so walking in to see a sign that says “meat here” with a giant arrow instantly gives me the giggles! The multicolored decor and cool artwork made it hard to do anything but keep smiling. As soon as we’re seated our waitress says “I love your earring and all your jewlery” and I was smitten. I took my jacket off right as she was brining our food. “I love your tattoos” she says and I’m falling in love with this place. The cheesin steak sandwich is smothered in cheese, the wings are crispy, our appetizers came out fast and hot, and the atmosphere was great. I was having such a good time I didn’t even mind the watered down, chunkless blu cheese. You won’t either I promise! My husband and friends notified the waitress it was my 29th birthday to which she replied “29 would have never guessed your 29!” and I’m a little shocked. The thing is it was 13th 29th birthday so I reply “ and how old did you think I was?” I’m expecting a 35 or 36…. She says “24!” I laughed so much and said “I’m actually 42” and it was her turn to be shocked. She actually insisted I pull out my ID and that’s when I knew this lunch date was a Flirtatious Fork 5 star “Marry Me” good! ❤️ the food, the vibe, the service, the drinks (get the emerald godness, it’s amazing!) 💔 having to leave and knowing there isn’t a groovy beast near me! If im ever in Gastonia again I’ll go back!“

“Enjoyed the Experience. Food and Spicy Bloody Mary.“

“Amazing Food, Amanda was the best server, make sure you ask for her!“

“The sourdough melt with grilled onions, mushrooms, and real cheddar cheese is to die for. Even better than a butter burger. Double meat takes it up that much more. The chocolate custard is also delicious. Better than anyone else's fast food ice-cream, including Dairy Queen.“

“Finally made a trip in over the weekend and was not disappointed! I had the sweet Caroline and hubby has the smashquach and both were fantastic. We shared a fry as they give you plenty! We will definitely be back when we have a burger craving 🍔😁“

“They hosted my grand daughters birthday party on July 12, 2025! They were on top of everything...very polite,very helpful kept asking if we needed anything! They were 5 stars and above!!!“

“Love the outdoor patio area for football and the food and drinks are great. Also the bartenders are awesome and keep you well "hydrated."“

“Food and service is excellent. The value is great for the amount of food you get. Sara L was polite and very attentive. The calamari was a huge portion and enough for 4 people as an appetizer. Every time we come here we leave happy and full and with some leftover for the next day. Highly recommend“

“Great place to take the family! My kids favorite restaurant 🙌“

“Food is always excellent tried the Chicken Deluxe Sandwich the tomato juice jumped out the sandwich...juicy has a great taste omg A MUST TRY!!!“

“have been to the sunrise diner every wednesday for past 4+ years -our breakfast mens club FROM Trilogy-would never choose another diner . we average 20+ guys(ROMEO CLUB) SO WE DO NOT HAVE TOTELL YOU HOW MUCH WE LOVE THAT PLACE AND OUR SUPERB SERVER ANNA ... ALWAYS A GREAT MEAL ++++“

“Cannot express enough how wonderful this place is. The atmosphere is fantastic, and the food is out of this world. Seriously, do not skip out on this place. We cannot wait to come back! Our waitress was so sweet and helpful with telling us what was the most recommended. Absolutely LOVE this place!!“

“Excellent place - great look, feel love the indoor fireplace and outdoor fire port“

“Very good food changed my life“

“Awesome place to eat and amazing staff!!“

“Quite a strange name of the place. Pelicans are avian of temperate weather zones. Snowballs are typically in a colder climate zone. So .. Mixing the two gives it a whimsical avant garde atmosphere. The kids love it. It's good.. It's a happy time and place. You must come here. Oh yes I dare say you must.“

“Fresh Chef in Denver NC is an amazing dining experience. From the exceptional service to the highest quality of food you will be treated to a wonderful meal! We use their catering service often at Pursuit Church and we have always been greatly satisfied.“

“If you're a fan of classic comfort food, BrightStar is an absolute must-visit. Their burgers are simply outstanding—perfectly cooked with a juicy, flavorful patty that's always fresh and topped with just the right amount of melt-in-your-mouth cheese. The buns are soft and toasted to perfection, holding everything together while adding a nice little crunch.

But the real star of the show? The cheese tots. Crispy on the outside, warm and gooey on the inside, they’re smothered in a rich, cheesy goodness that makes every bite a little bit of heaven. It's the kind of side dish that could easily steal the spotlight from the burger, but together, they create the ultimate meal.

If you're in the mood for some seriously satisfying food, BrightStar delivers every time. Highly recommend!“

“Wonderful food! Homemade desserts! Everything is so delicious! We are happy that they stay open later a few days of the week now!“

“10/10 Highly recommend. Great food, great people and great prices, won’t be the last time I visit“

“I stopped by once and didn't know how to get back, I just knew the food would be good.
It was beyond what I hoped for. never tasted a steak so next to perfect, it made me shake the hand if the Chef. Host,Waiters, Mrs. Cleaning Lady...Best place in Gastonia all round. Had to give my first review for it. Thank You .“

“The chicken tenders and Mac cheese were simply delicious! Great service too! A food truck with quality and tasty options! 😋“

“First time and we will be back! Very good food, portions and our waitress was great. The manager came around to all the tables which is a great professional look.“

“Great experience will order again and again“

“The best bagels and northern style deli in our area! Efficient, friendly service!“

“OUR FIRST TIME EATING HERE TODAY FOOD WAS GOOD“

“Total hidden gem!! We had a Gourmet meal at a great price in an amazing atmosphere. Emily took great care of us!! We’ve been coming here for years, and always enjoyed it. They’ve taken it to a new level with this menu. The chorizo nachos are delicious and plenty to share. The Burrata entree was delightful as was the ice cream cake of the day. Looking forward to returning for the Chicken Piccata and another delightful experience !!“

“This place is AWESOME! They have the best wings around here Try the Strawberry Hot, it’s so good The Gold Rush, Honey Gold, Cancun Ranch They are all delicious. The jalapeño poppers are as well. Great atmosphere and friendly staff Try it… you will go back again… and again!“

“We've eaten at Westlake (aka Red Roof) since moving to Denver ten years ago. We bring all family and friends when we have guests from out of town. We love it and they love it! My son and I ate there yesterday. We love breakfast for lunch! I love a family style restaurant! I want to support the locals as much as possible! Thanks for the great service and delicious food! I highly recommend this restaurant!!
Smiles, Dari Cupp“

“This place is fantastic! Amazing service, the food was OUTSTANDING!! We got pretzel bites for an appetizer that were out of this world, I had salmon which was cooked and seasoned to Perfection with wonderful crispy tater tots. We finished the meal with soft homemade chocolate chip cookies. Love the different shows that are on the tvs and the atmosphere is lovely. Can't wait to come back!“

“Very home like feeling here. People are super welcome, as always & food is delicious @ a very fair price. I've been visiting this place for years whenever we're around & hungry. As long as they're open, we'll continue to support them.“

“on ride back to Hickory from York SC needed something to eat. stopped at Pita wheel and loved the food,waitress, and service. everything was wonderful“

“The place to go in the greater Gaston area for pool! Six 9’ tables and twelve 7’ tables- all Diamonds. Tables are well maintained. Note that you must pay cash for table rentals (there is an ATM). Typically run 9-ball losses tournament on Friday and 8-ball losses tournament on Saturday. Check the Facebook for tournament scheduling. Good bar food with creative, comfort food specials regularly. Incredible brisket when on special (check the Facebook for food specials). Awesome pizza daily. Ownership (Brandon & Runt) make a heck of a duo, and they pour their hearts and funding into the business for THE PEOPLE!“

“Love the quiet vibe and the food was very tasty. Has the turkey sandwich with fruits as a side, which I must say was a breath of fresh air from the typical sides offered in America consisting of various types of fries. A little cup of assorted fruits hits the spot.“

“Lincolnton Waffle House has the best cook / server ( Kendra ) I highly recommend her !! She was very friendly and checked on us to make sure we was okay and her food was great as well !!“

“Delicious and the staff were working nonstop!“

“Antonie, was fantastic! Best waiter we've had in a while! 100000% recommended seating in his section!“

“Excellent Chicken Philly and Delicious Hand Pattied Cheese Burgers.. The Building and Employees are Clean and Nice..
My only concern is that the area isn't very Welcoming and Safe Feeling.. I NEVER go alone.. That's just my opinion.. I've never had any problems..“

“The small restaurant in the back of the pharmacy has great food at very reasonable prices.“

“I’ve been coming to Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar for quite sometime now and to be honest, I’ve enjoyed ever moment of it! I end up with the same server each time I come visit and she is absolutely amazing! Tiffany carries such a joy and smile on her face. She truly makes my time at Bad Daddy’s a memorable one for sure❤️.“

“My husband and I dined here on December 27th. The young lady that took our order was very friendly and personable. While eating, a young gentleman checked on us twice. On his second time of checking on us, I waved him over and informed him that the Mtn Dew was all syrup. He stated that they just had had someone come out to fix the carbonation and he was guessing it didnt get fixed. He replaced my drink with lemonade and we talked briefly about what flavor lemonades we enjoy. He was very friendly and personable as well. 5 STARS for service and the food was great as well. My husband stated that it was probably the best flounder he had ever had.“

“Hands down...best parmesan garlic and lemon pepper wings I ever had.. cant wait to order again!“

“Found this gem while visiting my family in Lincolnton. Absolutely loved it! Food is great and the people just as great. Moved to the east coast in 2009 and I have miss my " all the way burgers " I was so happy to find this place! Had fried avocados and now I am hooked.“

“Really great place. Lots of space, live sports all over the place, and friendly workers as well as locals. You’ll have a great time.“

“Brooklyn hands down makes the best caramel cinnamon smile! It will surely put a smile on your face! Food was amazing as well!!“