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 Hickory North Carolina has restaurants featuring everything from moderately priced casual fare to elegant fine dining. Hickory restaurants serve everything from seafood to American, Italian, Oriental and Mexican cuisine.
No matter what you choose, you're sure to leave pleased, yet hungry to return again and again.
AMERICAN RESTAURANTS
1859 Cafe
443 2nd Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28601 · 828-322-1859
Tucked discreetly into a former residence, 1859 Cafe greets patrons with a strong measure of hospitality and a well-conceived menu. Inside the romantic restaurant, guests can start with grilled oysters or lump crab cakes before moving to rack of lamb with hazelnut crust, bacon-wrapped grouper florentine, or roasted half-duck with port wine cherry sauce. Live music is a welcome perk on Saturday evenings, and outdoor dining pleases folks when the weather cooperates.
Captain's Galley
1261 16th St NE, Hickory, NC 28601 · 828-327-0555Nautical decor adds reinforcement to this popular restaurant's propensity for seafood. The casual place easily accommodates single diners or large groups, taking care of folks who come for heaping plates of fried and broiled fish and shellfish. Opt for flounder, scallops, shrimp, or combinations of such; they come accompanied by cole slaw and either baked potato or fries. Plus, there's always a big bowl of hush puppies to ease the time between ordering and eating.
Hickory Tavern
2710 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601 · 828-325-0991
Comfortably decorated, this appealing restaurant doesn't stand on pretense but offers pleasant surroundings wherein folks can relax, enjoy well-mixed drinks, and find delight in a carefully-prepared menu. Seafood is prominent, steaks make a great alternative, and salads and poultry dishes round out the options. Should you be anxious about the game, never fear: several TVs remain tuned in to whatever's most timely. Late hours are also a perk, although the place can get a bit noisy later on in the evening.
McGuffey's
1350 US Hwy 321 NW, Hickory, NC 28601 · 828-327-6600
Taking its name from McGuffey's Readers, the series of 19th-century primers created for schoolchildren, this small chain maintains a similar - and capable - hand with basics. The place's interior has a comfortable feel, complete with warm colors and memorabilia. The menu stays the course, offering bar-and-grill fare with global influences. While you browse the menu, indulge in fried mushrooms and then make the hard decision between such delicious choices as pastas, fresh salads, and seafood dishes (to name but a few options). A second location can be found at Valley Hills Mall.
Tripps
1187 Lenoir-Rhyne Blvd SE, Hickory, NC 28602 · 828-324-4400
Upscale casual dining and a terrific menu distinguish this restaurant, which is as good for a quick lunch as for a romantic dinner. The quality of the food is unfailingly high, as seen in certified Angus steaks, aged for weeks and broiled to your specifications. Freshly delivered seafood and lush pasta dishes also satisfy, as do baby back ribs and prime rib sandwiches. Plus, authentic NY cheesecake makes an ideal cap to anything you choose. The wine list highlights selections from California and Washington State.
Vintage House
271 3rd Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601 · 828-324-1210
Occupying a gracious old home, this restaurant draws many couples who want to enjoy a refined dining experience or a special-occasion meal. The romantic interior offers several different rooms in which patrons may dine, and the home's architectural details and leaded-glass windows create a wonderful evening setting. The menu is an elegant foray into American Continental fare, featuring dishes like beef medallions and a great wine list. Located on the outskirts of downtown.
INTERNATIONAL RESTAURANTS
Da Vinci's
2968 N Center St, Belle Hollow Shopping Center, Hickory, NC 28601 · 828-328-6101
With a reputation as one of Hickory's top restaurants, this enterprise benefits from the expertise of its owners, two Italian brothers. Elegant, Old World interiors feature polished woods, warm colors, gilt-framed art, and candlelight. A stone fireplace adds even more appeal. The authentic menu is a gourmand's delight, awash in succulent pastas, fresh-baked pizzas, and entrees centered around seafood, chicken, and veal. A wonderful bar and outdoor dining only add to the allure of this much-favored restaurant.
Kobe
1103 13th Ave Dr SE, Hickory, NC 28602 · 828-328-5688
Diners find much to applaud at this Japanese steakhouse, which combines great food and culinary acrobatics. Patrons gather at large, communal tables, watching animated chefs slice, sautée, and prepare healthy portions of meat, seafood, rice, and vegetables for appreciative onlookers. Kids, especially, can't seem to get enough of the spectacle, although it's a favorite of young and old alike. Along with full meals, you can also get fresh sushi and other Japanese dishes.
Tia's
2352 Springs Rd NE, Hickory, NC 28601 · 828-256-9808
Tucked away in an unassuming strip mall, this restaurant has gained a strong local following, mostly by word of mouth. Owner-chef Tia beautifully presents the cuisine of her heritage, gracing Hickory with traditional Thai and Laotian dishes. In fact, food is the stand-out in the simple space, courtesy of fresh ingredients and judicious spicing. Stir-fried dishes, curries, and noodle entrees studded with meats, vegetables, and herbs prove the kitchen's skills. Their heat level can be altered to your taste, but if you overdo it, temper everything with one of the delectable, homemade fruit ice creams.
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