Location: Hickory
Top Restaurants in Hickory
Top Things to do in Hickory
Where to Eat in Hickory: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Hickory is a city located primarily in Catawba County, North Carolina, with parts in adjoining Burke and Caldwell counties. The city's population at the 2010 census was 40,010, with an estimated population in 2015 of 40,374. Hickory is the principal city in the Hickory–Lenoir–Morganton MSA, in which the population at the 2010 census was 365,497 and is included as part of the Charlotte–Concord Combined Statistical Area.
Things to do in Hickory
1. BOCA
Overall Ratings
5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By DanCast - North Carolina
We finally used a Christmas Gift card with our friends, what a special evening. Waiter explained the menu, how ordering tapas works, made some suggestions based on our preferences, away we went. Plates were brought out in a steady stream, but spaced perfectly so we always had enough to eat and sample, yet not overwhelmed with plates on the table for the four of us.
The Fig and Prosciutto Pizza special was the perfect blend of sweet and salty, crust was perfect. Grilled wedge salad (and i never compliment salads!), was exceptional. The sliders, the spicy edamame. And then desserts, just a great evening.
Atmosphere was great, noise level is subdued, just enough to sound "busy", but never overwhelming. Waitstaff was attentive, always there right before we expected them. The owner (Youssef) came by to make sure our evening was going well.
we will be back (oh yeah, the wine by the glass was a generous pour as well).
2. Hatch Sandwich Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 286 reviews
New restaurant, opened last month. Serves "eclectic" sandwich (and salad) menu items and craft beer from microbreweries.
Reviewed By John F - Hickory, North Carolina
The sandwiches are great.
The seating is ok. Great for take out. The service is very good. The pricing is appropriate for the quality of the food. It is a downtown place where the staff works hard to make sandwiches well and quick. Good selection of canned and bottled beers.
3. Umi Japanese Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By John D - Sarasota, Florida
Samll aurhentic Japanese restaurant with about six tables. The husband cooks and the wife serves. I have seldom had this fine Japanese cuisine in the U.S. or anyplace outside of Japan. Our ladies had bento boxes that they said were delicious. Our sashimi was excellant and my tonkatsu was very authentic. Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant.
4. Olde Hickory Tap Room
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 403 reviews
Reviewed By aaronds - watertown, CT
In an area surrounded by national chain restaurants, the Olde Hickory Tap room has a warm, authentic, local pub feel. It is definitely the kind of place you could spend the day watching basketball and drinking with friends. They are located in a charming blue-collar downtown square and parking can be tight when the weather is nice. The strip mall-esque exterior does not communicate the feel of the interior very well, so do not let that sway you. The service is fast and friendly and the menu has all of the casual pub favorites with a few local twists. Try the buffalo oysters or a burger but avoid the things that are typically not made in house (mozzarella sticks, fries, etc). Give it a try for good quality American style pub food with a local flair at a very good price.
5. Backstreets Bar and Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
Reviewed By JohnEINC - Emerald Isle, North Carolina
I have been going here for the last 15 years and it has gone down hill steadily in the past four years. The service experience is abrupt and the food is okay. It is not worth the hassle of the parking and wait based on past good reviews. Too many other places to choidce from would not waste the time with this location anymore.
6. Old Hickory Station
Overall Ratings
4 based on 258 reviews
Reviewed By SwimMamaBear - Hickory, North Carolina
I love the atmosphere and typically choose the same thing each time I go. I love the Fire and Smoke Burger and crave their Brussels Sprouts. I would never touch them before my sweet daughter-in-law, a picky eater, encouraged me to try them. Old Hickory Station made us both believers in the magic of the sprout! I also enjoy brunch and always choose their Egg Benedict with a side of yogurt and granola topped fruit. One of the special things is they choose locally sourced products as often as possible, getting seasonal vegetables from the Farmers Market right outside their door from April to November. If I am not mistaken, they have grown their own herbs along side of building near the corn hole game. Their dessert selection is great but pretty close to cruel temptation as you must walk by it to get to any table. The cakes are HUGE. Our personal favorite is the coconut cake, but they have amazing Red Velvet, Carrot Cake, and tirimusu. Another favorite for those just wanting a small bite is the cake balls. Beautiful loaves of bread are available for sale too. They have excellent wine selections for the connoisseur and will advise those of us not in the know. Wonderful selection of cheeses is also readily available. They also have a selection(variety) of products made in North Carolina. Old Hickory Station is a wonderful place to take out of town guests so ask for a table by the window and enjoy watching small town life go by. Kids young and old can play corn hole out by the tracks while waiting for a table or for their to arrive. Outdoor dining is available as are seats at the bar. Wait staff is usually good; we have our favorites, and a few are so-so, but for the most part, they are attentive. My so-so remark is related to the occasional staff member that is not as attentive to refills on our iced tea. (As true Southerners, we fully expect that glass to never empty!). When asked where I want to go, it is my "go to option."
7. House Of Nom Nom
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By Thomas T
I’m a big fan of the Asian infused fast food served at House of Nom Nom. Unusual name and modern interior complement the food nicely.
My personal favorites are
- Ban Mi Sandwich
- Bulgogi burger, and
- Thai chicken wings
Service is friendly and overall excellent. Prices are very reasonable, too.
8. Texas Roadhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Texas Roadhouse is a steak restaurant providing legendary food with legendary service. Texas Roadhouse specializes in hand-cut steaks, fresh-baked bread, fall-off-the-bone-ribs, and made-from-scratch sides. We also serve ice cold beer and legendary margaritas. Treat your family and friends to a night at Texas Roadhouse.
Reviewed By Jennifer W - Sebring, Florida
Dinner was fantastic,as per usual for Texas Roadhouse.The server was very friendly. Our Hostess who seated us was very friendly also. The only downside was the over your wait.Call ahead is my advice.The locals say this is nirmal.
9. Vintage House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By John B - pattaya
My brother and his partner, my wife and I, enjoyed a fantastic meal, at Vintage House, in a beautiful setting, and outstanding service. I had Shrimp Scampi Pomodoro, with lump crab cake, and a fantastic angel hair pasta, with jumbo shrimp, in a fantastic sauce. Our outstanding wine, was a big pour...everyone was happy, with everything. This is a beautiful venue, with excellent service, and world class food...Highly recommend....
10. Outback Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 185 reviews
Reviewed By David L - morganton, United States
The beef and chicken are very good. The service is good and advise call ahead reservations. Have always had good service.
