The best restaurants in Wilkesboro

42 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.

1510 Winkler Mill Rd Ext Unit A

A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

23 Sparta Rd B (North Wilkesboro)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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Hardee's

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Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.

1901 Addison Ave

Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

1300 D Westwood Ln

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

1909-A US-421

Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

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Cook Out

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Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & over 40 milkshake flavors.

1919 US-421

Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & over 40 milkshake flavors.

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

110 Two Rivers Dr

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

1826 Winkler St

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

1921 A US-421 #3

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

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Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

1826 NC-16

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

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Talia Espresso

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Bookshelves line the walls of this contemporary coffeehouse with breakfast & lunch fare.

809 Main St (North Wilkesboro)

Bookshelves line the walls of this contemporary coffeehouse with breakfast & lunch fare.

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

1801 US-421

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

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Bojangles

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Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.

1704 2nd St (North Wilkesboro)

Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.

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Bojangles

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Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.

1856 US-421

Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

78 Sparta Rd (North Wilkesboro)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

3 Sparta Rd (North Wilkesboro)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

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Easygoing option offering a large menu of American fare, from breakfast to burgers to seafood.

1200 Central St

Easygoing option offering a large menu of American fare, from breakfast to burgers to seafood.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

1204 School St

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

1512 US-421

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

2007 US-421

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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Domino's Pizza

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Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.

100 6th St (North Wilkesboro)

Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

76 Boone Trail (North Wilkesboro)

Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

4206 Reidsville Rd (Winston-Salem)

Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

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Due Amici Pizza

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Voted best New York style pizza in Charlotte for five years running, Due Amici Pizza keeps it classic with NYC-style pies by the slice,…

5346 Docia Crossing Rd Ste 5346C (Charlotte)

Voted best New York style pizza in Charlotte for five years running, Due Amici Pizza keeps it classic with NYC-style pies by the slice, full pies, pastas, appetizers, and desserts. Dine in, carry out, or let their drop-off to full-service catering save your next neighborhood get-together.

From the Huntersville newsletter, September 6, 2026

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BACHI

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When your crew can’t pick between hibachi, sushi, or Filipino favorites, BACHI wraps it all into one cozy, home-like spot with fresh…

2700 W Mallard Creek Church Rd #200 (Charlotte)

When your crew can’t pick between hibachi, sushi, or Filipino favorites, BACHI wraps it all into one cozy, home-like spot with fresh seafood, crisp sashimi, and grill plates in the mix. A clutch weeknight fix when you want variety without fuss.

From the Huntersville newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Local chain serving a menu of classic Mexican dishes, plus burgers & steaks, in a relaxed space.

7340 Smith Corners Blvd (Charlotte)

Local chain serving a menu of classic Mexican dishes, plus burgers & steaks, in a relaxed space.

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Mr Tokyo Japanese Restaurant keeps north side sushi cravings in check with rolls, nigiri, and chef special creations at their Prosperity…

10012 Benfield Rd Ste 300 (Charlotte)

Mr Tokyo Japanese Restaurant keeps north side sushi cravings in check with rolls, nigiri, and chef special creations at their Prosperity Village spot. Rally the crew, mix classics with fun inventions, then act like you totally planned dinner this well all along.

From the Huntersville newsletter, August 24, 2026

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P.F. Chang's

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Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.

10325 Perimeter Pkwy (Charlotte)

Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.

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Plato Pronto Food Truck has the kind of made-to-order quesadillas, gorditas, and tacos that make you plan tomorrow’s lunch mid-bite. Locals…

7601 Old Statesville Rd (Charlotte)

Plato Pronto Food Truck has the kind of made-to-order quesadillas, gorditas, and tacos that make you plan tomorrow’s lunch mid-bite. Locals rave about the sopes and pastor, the house-made salsas hit just right, and the tortas are the move when hunger shows up uninvited.

From the Huntersville newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

8400 Old Statesville Rd (Charlotte)

Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

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Edomae Sushi & Hibachi Grill is the low-key spot locals lean on for fresh fish rolled right and hibachi plates that actually satisfy. When…

9739 Northlake Centre Pkwy J (Charlotte)

Edomae Sushi & Hibachi Grill is the low-key spot locals lean on for fresh fish rolled right and hibachi plates that actually satisfy. When you want a reliable weeknight fix or an easy order-online situation, they keep it simple, tasty, and free of fuss.

From the Charlotte newsletter, September 4, 2026

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When the craving for true New York thin-crust hits this week, Hawthorne's NY Pizza and Bar nails the ratio of crisp, sauce, and cheese,…

5814 Highland Shoppes Dr (Charlotte)

When the craving for true New York thin-crust hits this week, Hawthorne's NY Pizza and Bar nails the ratio of crisp, sauce, and cheese, with signature pies plus crowd-pleasers like garlic knots, wings, and hearty pastas. Pair it with a cold beer and call dinner handled.

From the High Point newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Family-owned and proudly rooted in Charlotte’s University Area, Fiesta Maya Mexican Restaurant serves fresh, high-quality takes on the…

3507 David Cox Rd b (Charlotte)

Family-owned and proudly rooted in Charlotte’s University Area, Fiesta Maya Mexican Restaurant serves fresh, high-quality takes on the Mexican staples you actually crave, with portions built to tame a post-work hunger. Order online or dine in, and let their crew treat you like family.

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Longtime counter serve providing generous plates of standard Mexican fare in an unpretentious space.

613 E Sprague St (Winston-Salem)

Longtime counter serve providing generous plates of standard Mexican fare in an unpretentious space.

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Counter-serve seafood restaurant specializing in fried fish plates in a comfy setting.

108 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr (Winston-Salem)

Counter-serve seafood restaurant specializing in fried fish plates in a comfy setting.

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Mozelle's

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Mozelle's is a modern Southern bistro turning comfort classics into cravings, from shrimp and grits in sherry cream and fried chicken with…

878 W 4th St (Winston-Salem)

Mozelle's is a modern Southern bistro turning comfort classics into cravings, from shrimp and grits in sherry cream and fried chicken with mac and peach chutney to tomato pie and modern meatloaf. Grab a glass from the wine and beer bottle list, then treat yourself this week.

From the Winston-Salem newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Cook Out

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Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

3103 Peters Creek Pkwy (Winston-Salem)

Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

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Entertaining teppanyaki chefs prepare meat & seafood to accompany a long list of sashimi & rolls.

1111 Salisbury Ridge Rd (Winston-Salem)

Entertaining teppanyaki chefs prepare meat & seafood to accompany a long list of sashimi & rolls.

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Low-key restaurant with outdoor tables fixing up chicken wings, pizzas, sandwiches & pasta dishes.

8142 Mt Holly-Huntersville Rd C (Charlotte)

Low-key restaurant with outdoor tables fixing up chicken wings, pizzas, sandwiches & pasta dishes.

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Counter-serve chain eatery known for its chicken wings and offering sandwiches and sides.

2910 Mt Holly-Huntersville Rd (Charlotte)

Counter-serve chain eatery known for its chicken wings and offering sandwiches and sides.

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Viet-Thai

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Family-owned venue offering familiar Vietnamese dishes, particularly pho, in a casual setting.

8451 Davis Lake Pkwy Ste B#1 (Charlotte)

Family-owned venue offering familiar Vietnamese dishes, particularly pho, in a casual setting.

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Casual eatery specializing in chicken wings plus fried sides and subs, all served from a counter with friendly staff.

8517 Davis Lake Pkwy Unit D (Charlotte)

Casual eatery specializing in chicken wings plus fried sides and subs, all served from a counter with friendly staff.

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