50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Stanley

“Perfect afternoon with a Chai Latte, blueberry muffin and Guinness on tap!“

“We love Stanley kitchen, we have been coming here for years. Staff is great and super friendly. A lot of options plus vegetarian. Food is great and always hot.“

“Excellent vegetarian and vegan fare. I grew up eating from this place before I was vegan and was so happy to find that I can eat there still as a vegan! The hot and spicy tofu is my favorite, nice and crisp on the outside with excellent flavor! Such good comfort food at reasonable prices“

“Meat lovers rejoice. How in the Wide, Wide World of Sports did a place this great end up in Stanley. Been twice and not disappointed. Wife always gets the Filet. I've had the Ribeye and the Salmon. Mighty tasty. Give it a try. You won't be disappointed.“

“The Webb was an exceptional performance from the host(Chris) greeting at the door all the way through every interaction of wait staff including the history of this historic theatre told by the waitress(Abigail) Exceptional food quality, taste and presentation! The uniqueness and history of the building made for an outstanding atmosphere. Appetizers, drinks, soups, main courses, coffee and desert….all top shelf. To top it off a tour of the upper levels was the icing on the cake. 100% recommendations all the way around. An absolute perfect experience!“

“Every Monday I make the trip to the Eggs Up Grill, the menu has plenty of options and my biggest concern is deciding what to choose. The staff is outstanding and the coffee is kept topped off and hot. If you haven't been here, you are missing out on somewhere special - is my go to breakfast place!“

“This quaint restaurant located in a charming town..easy quick 5 minutes off the highway..2 minutes back on...soooo WORTH the stop. Soooo fresh, large portions, the Ruben and Chicken salad are some of the best we have had. The staff were Hometown friendly..great atmosphere with a beautiful lake view to sit outside if you choose. Coffee was great- try their roasted Brainstorm!! And to boot they are part of a non-profit group called HOLY ANGELS supporting and providing employment opportunities for the differently able. loved it all!“

“Workers should have all their hair pulled back and not hanging down, basically touching the cookie dough. They also shouldn't be constantly wiping sweat off their brow over the food and pushing hair back out of their face with the same glove they are making the cookies. That is a health concern for all customers. I've complained about the same girl twice. She has black hair, wears a hat and eye glasses. Last time I was there, I took video of her. If the situation is not addressed, I will be calling the health department on this location.“

“Great drinks and food with a fun relaxed atmosphere!“

“The shrimp and street corn are so delicious. Everything was perfectly cooked and served with kindness and care. We will definitely come again.“

“I’m from NYC & lived 12 years in Atlantic City, NJ.. This is my favorite Pizza joint. I have been coming here at least once a week since they opened their doors. The best authentic Italian food and gives NY pizzerias a run for their money!“

“Had a late breakfast there this morning! Everything was hot and delicious!!! Grits were perfect and the croissant was amazing!!! Everyone was so nice and helpful! 10 out of 10!!!“

“What a hidden gem! Great food and an amazing wine list. Prices are very reasonable too. Check it out. You won’t be disappointed!“

“Cash only, which is kind of strange in 2026, but, this place is real deal. Big portions. Pork is the specialty. Sauces are amazing, but you don't really need them with the ribs. Ribs are GOD SENT! The pulled pork, not as tasty as the ribs, but better than most pulled pork I've had in the area. Go during off hours, line is frequent.“

“Had the chicken quesadilla and it was GREAT! Fast service and literally the BEST sweet tea! Looking forward to the next visit! Keep up the good work!“

“Great community and fellowship“

“Everything from the service to the food were top notch. Breakfast was delicious and the mimosas were ummmm so good!!!“

“Mamacita’s tacos are amazing! They’re always hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious! 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Go see about them tacos!“

“I recommend them for everything food’s good and the service is great. They know what they’re doing and also it’s not that expensive either and it’s in a good location.“

“Great service and flavor!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a great experience at Mayworth Public House! The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance of upscale and laid-back pub vibes, making it a great spot for both casual dinners and nights out. The menu features classic American favorites, and the rotating selection of local craft beers is a huge plus. We tried the parmesan truffle fries (crispy and full of flavor), the giant fish sandwich paired with a loaded baked potato, and the Brussels sprouts — everything was fresh, well-seasoned, and absolutely delicious. Portions were generous, flavors were on point, and the overall experience was excellent. Definitely a spot we’ll be returning to! 🍻🍽️“

“food was good. liked the expanded menu compared to the trucks. also like having a storefront to go to instead of chasing the trucks around. definitely worth a visit!“

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

“We love love love Lake Norman Brewery! It’s always lots of fun and the music is usually great! Love the ciders….delicious! One thing I don’t like about it….you can never sit at a table. We used to get there 6-6:30 ish and there were usually tables to sit at. Now….they’re ALL reserved! Last night we got there at 6:25 and there were no tables available. They ALL had reserved signs on them. If you’re going to reserve them , there should be a few left over for us folks that wander in…spur of the moment! Just sayin………. We came after dinner last night with our company and didn’t bring chairs…….it was a bummer!🍻“

“Grat food-great people-great service- Lee Johson-grat manger-always on top of everything in restaurant“

“We enjoyed our 'dinner' at STATION after going through the Belmont Farmer's market. The food was really good, and fairly fast getting served. You do wait in line a bit to place your order depending upon how busy they are. They are open just limited days and not open until 5 PM then. But everything was really good.“

“Took Max for the first time today, he loved it! Plenty of friendly regulars (both human and pup) to get him settled in, we’ll be coming back for sure!“

“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.“

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

“Been a customer for over a year. Friendly, articulate staff, good pricing, quick service, and great coffee. Highly recommend!“

“A group of 15 had lunch today. Everything was so good. Staff was amazing and very accommodating. Thank you for everything. The icing on the cake was Mario popping over to our table to say hi to all of us.“

“Support local & enjoy the best in Gaston County! 🌮🌯🥑“

“Eggcellent food. Friendly and attentive staff.“

“I ordered a banana split cake from them. That is hands down the best cake I have ever had. I have tried almost every one they put in the display case. would definitely recommend“

“Our first visit was today. The food was amazing and the Manager that was working the afternoon was amazing. The Manager stepped up and came our waitress she filled our drinks and brought our bill. Our Waitress we had was horrible she never once refilled our drinks. She only took our order and delivered it to us. We did leave a tip which should go to the Manager. We will visit again just hope we have a different waitress.“

“We’ve been to Traust twice now for karaoke nights, both times were great!! We had a birthday dinner there with about 25 people in our party, and Megan held it down!! She did awesome at keeping everyone’s drinks full and taking orders as people rolled in. She was attentive and friendly. Last night there was some drama with a strange man dancing around and trying to talk to our kids. Once I mentioned it to our server, she and several other staff members IMMEDIATELY ran this guy off. They do NOT play when it comes to child safety.“

“Love their food...Service is always prompt and everyone is very courteous“

“BSF crafted a superb meal with a diverse selection of meal offerings for the Global Leadership Summit Team. We will definitely come again.“

“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!“

“Great people, very clean n neat,wonderful food all around great experience!!“

“Great place for family lunch. Friendly staff, quick meals. Love platters..“

“My husband ordered from here again because of the snow and we weren’t up to cooking. I wasn’t thrilled because of our last few times being a disappointment. I’m not sure if they read my review before but the food was really great today! Everything was fresh and it tasted wonderful!“

“Sports Page Denver is always a #1 choice, you can’t go wrong!“

“Delicious and the staff were working nonstop!“

“nice family run with good take out. No indoor dining“

“Good food, reasonable prices. They have refreshed the interior. Staff is always nice. We eat there or do carry out once or twice a month- consistently good.“

“Great service full of recommendations on different brews“

“First time coming to @cookiesncreamnc, in Denver NC, and Miss Lauren helped us with our selections. I had the Dubai Chocolate Rolled Ice Cream, which it is an excellent choice. I truly recommend it. We will definitely come back soon.
@landercarolina“

“Best Asian in Gastonia, clean and organized“