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Top 10 American food in Salisbury, North Carolina, United States
Find out what American restaurants to try in Salisbury. Salisbury (/ˈsɔːlzbəri/ SAWLZ-bə-ree) is a city in North Carolina and the county seat of Rowan County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 33,663 in the 2010 Census (growing 27.8% from the previous Census in 2000). Salisbury is the home to famed North Carolina soft drink, Cheerwine, regional supermarket Food Lion, and the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association. It is one of only two cities in North Carolina to have gigabit capacity through its municipally-owned broadband system Fibrant. A press conference held September 3, 2015 at Catawba College announced Salisbury's Fibrant system is now capable of 10 gigabit capacity town-wide; believed to be the only town owned system in the world with this capacity.
Things to do in Salisbury
10. Winks Barbecue
Overall Ratings
4 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By Pete P
This popular family restaurant offers everything from the area's best breakfast sausage and barbecue to oysters and steaks. No frills. This is a busy, down to basics restaurant where service and good food are priorities. We have only visited Winks for breakfast. I particularly like their large chunk home fry potatoes. You will not leave hungry!
9. Shuckin' Shack
Overall Ratings
4 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By joyb679
We had the Steamers Combination of three...Oysters, Shrimp and Crab Legs with a side of hush puppies. Everything was cooked to perfection. It was great to find a place like this in Salisbury.
8. Morgan Ridge Rail Walk
Overall Ratings
4 based on 74 reviews
The Raikwalk Brewery & Eatery has 17 craft beers on tap as well as all of the Morgan Ridge wines. Our menu includes awesome burgers made with local beer mash fed beef, southern style shrimp and grits and amazing grouper tacos. We have live entertainment T
Reviewed By Brenda S
Great location in the historic part of downtown, close to the old train depot. Great selection of beers, and good food. The salted caramel brownie is awesome! Please come back and visit us again soon !
7. Sweet Meadow Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 110 reviews
Sweet Meadow is a farm to fork eclectic bistro located in Historic Downtown Salisbury serving creative fresh local foods. Vegetarian, vegan & gluten free friendly. OUT OF THE ORDINARY, NOT OUT OF THE WAY
Reviewed By genek277
Went for dinner prior to a play at the Meroney Theater. The dinner special of salmon topped with crab meat was very good as was the crabcake sandwich. Service was friendly and efficient. Prices are reasonable for the quality of the food.
6. College Barbecue
Overall Ratings
4 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By dsgrignoli
I eat here as often as I can. Barbecue sandwich is simply awesome. Prices are low. Portions are large. Must visit asap.
5. The Palms Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By Dmize
Had dinner at The Palms with my husband and brother. I ordered the spinach quiche, which was the special of the evening. What arrived resembled quiche in no way. There was no crust, and it was just a big gelatinous glob of cooked frozen spinach, some sort of artificial cheese, and what seemed like unflavored gelatin. I've had better quiche from the frozen food section at the grocery store. Never more...
4. Sidewalk Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By 587kittyw
Met friends there for a quick bite while browsing downtown. Great selection of both standard and unique deli sandwiches, salads, etc. I opted for something off my usual selections. I had a grilled combo of pastrami and corned beef with a cream cheese filling spread on the sandwich. It was served warm and I chose chips as my side. A friend had some yummy egg salad with pretty green leafy lettuce on a soft croissant also with chips on the side and my other lunch companion opted for her favorite of ham and squash with pasta salad as her side. The service was good and the portions were filling. We didn't overdo but we were full and were not interested in dessert. One of my favorite stops when visiting Salisbury.
3. Ivan's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 155 reviews
Fine Dining in a Relaxed and Casual Atmosphere
Reviewed By tenaj69
I love going to dinner at Ivanâs!! The food is always great and the service rocks! Joe runs a tight ship and he ensures that everyone has a great experience! Be sure to try one of Joeâs Lemon Drop Martinis ! He limits you to 2 unless you have a driver and with good reason! They are delish! Prime Rib is on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights! Itâs amazing!
2. Breakfastime
Overall Ratings
4 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By 587kittyw
This has always been a favorite of mine and of my friend who doesn't live all that far away. Sometimes it's brunch, sometimes it's lunch. We've always had great food and good service but this visit was disappointing at best. There were two of us on this visit and we certainly didn't place a difficult order. My friend ordered one of the specials that came with 2 eggs, choice of meat (she picked bacon) and 2 pancakes. I was not as hungry so I ordered 2 pancakes and bacon. We sat and chatted until our server brought food, or at least part of our order. She said she was waiting on my pancakes so she sat down my friend's eggs and bacon and was getting ready to sit down her 2 pancakes when my friend said to give them to me and she would wait for the next 2. I asked for butter and my friend gave me the syrup sitting on her big plate and we both began to eat. My friend commented on her scrambled eggs because the amount looked huge for 2 eggs. I laughed and said maybe that chicken gave jumbo eggs. We continued to eat and never saw our server. We both finished our plates and still no server, no pancakes for my friend. I finally got the attention of another server on our side of the room and told her that my friend never got the rest of her order. She got our server and my friend told her she was through and no longer wanted the missing pancakes nor was she going to pay for them. Our server then got somewhat of an attitude and did bring an adjusted ticket. We noted she charged for 3 eggs (no wonder the serving looked huge). We went to pay the bill and my friend mentioned the issue to the cashier and it happened our server was standing right next to her and she struck some type of attitude. We then went to the hostess stand and asked to speak to the manager on duty. Our server walked by the hostess stand at that time and it was evident she was in a snit. We talked to the manager and she asked if our server offered the "free" 3rd egg; she did not. We also told her the sequence of events and how we completely finished our meal without ever seeing her again and when we asked for her she never said she was sorry about the missing food but she immediately went on the defensive and I felt became quite rude and hostile. We eat here at least once if not more each month when I come up to visit. My friend frequently goes in for takeout orders as her sister is housebound. We have never had poor service but this visit was not a good one. The manager explained that the pancakes were put up but no sercervever claimed them; that is our server's fault but she acted like it was ours. The manager apologized to us as she said she knew we were repeat customers many times over and did day on our next visit we would be treated well
What to do and see in Salisbury, United States: The Best Places and Tips
1. The Smoke Pit
Overall Ratings
4 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By genek277
Finally made it to this restaurant - it is usually very busy. Great pulled pork sandwich and also ribs. And a lot of food - enough for a second meal for us. The sides also are well prepared. Service was friendly and fast. Beer and wine are available.
Salisbury Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Salisbury
