25 Essential Lenoir Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Lenoir.
JD's Smokehouse
North Carolina
Ribs, pulled pork & brisket meet Southern sides in this casual BBQ joint with music-centric decor.
The Cardinal
North Carolina
Lodgelike joint featuring an eclectic burger menu, fried chicken & sides, plus creative cocktails.
CoBo Sushi Bistro & Bar
North Carolina
Urbane Japanese restaurant & full bar with sake & cocktails in sophisticated designer digs.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Lenoir, North Carolina
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Red Dog Bar & Bistro
Lenoir, North Carolina
Easygoing American restaurant offering food ranging from burgers to steaks, plus a full bar & patio.
Six Pence Pub
Lenoir, North Carolina
British-inspired pub offering a lengthy drinks list & a menu of American & English comfort fare.
Arby's
Lenoir, North Carolina
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
The Pedalin' Pig
Lenoir, North Carolina
Laid-back fixture with locally sourced, hickory-smoked BBQ dishes, plus regional wines & microbrews.
Arby's
Lenoir, North Carolina
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
Captain D's
Lenoir, North Carolina
Fast-food chain serving fried fish & shrimp combo meals along with gumbo & funnel cakes.
Village Inn Pizza Lenoir
Lenoir, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch.
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
Lenoir, North Carolina
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.
Sunrise Grill
Lenoir, North Carolina
Family-run joint featuring classic American breakfast & lunch eats such as pancakes & sandwiches.
Black Jack's Pub & Grill
Lenoir, North Carolina
Down-home spot serving handmade burgers, wings & other grub, plus cocktails in a simple setting.
Ambrosia Kaféneio by The High Country Greek
Lenoir, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great dessert. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
New River Brewing Ale House
Lenoir, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Serves local specialty.
Hardee's
Lenoir, North Carolina
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.
Hardee's
Lenoir, North Carolina
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.
Burger King
Lenoir, North Carolina
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
Lenoir, North Carolina
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.
Outback Steakhouse
Lenoir, North Carolina
Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
Makoto's Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar-Boone NC Restaurant
Lenoir, North Carolina
Japanese specialties served from a sushi bar or hibachi-style with showman chefs cooking at table.
Sagebrush Steakhouse Wilkesboro
Lenoir, North Carolina
Chophouse chain with a cowboy vibe & a menu showcasing hand-cut steaks & classic burgers.
WINNER'S CIRCLE BBQ
Lenoir, North Carolina
Identifies as Latino-owned, Identifies as veteran-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights.
Waffle House
Lenoir, North Carolina
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.