25 Essential Rocky Mount Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Rocky Mount.
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
North Carolina
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.
Cali Style Burger
North Carolina
an everyday essential table known for disciplined fast food restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 84.9.
IHOP
North Carolina
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Mario's Pizza & Restaurant
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Longtime Italian restaurant featuring familiar dishes, a painted mural of Venice & casual ambiance.
On the Square
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Quaint, intimate American bistro known for its changing menu of seasonal cuisine & its wine list.
Texas Steakhouse & Catering
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Branch of a casual, publike chain serving fire-grilled steaks, Tex-Mex eats & other comfort food.
Pizza Inn
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Pizzeria chain offering several crust options, plus sandwiches, pastas & a salad bar.
Sonic Drive-In
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse Sushi Bar
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Casual, traditionally decorated Japanese spot with tableside hibachi/teppanyaki chefs & a sushi bar.
Lazeez Indian Rocky Mount
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Family-friendly hub for steamed & raw shellfish, wings & beers served in a no-frills setting.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.
Waffle House
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
Taco Bell
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Retro-themed chain with a 1950s soda-fountain look, dishing out familiar fast-food selections.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Hardee's
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken & big burgers.
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.
Ramo's Pizza & Grill
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Smith's Restaurant
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection.
Bustin' A Gut Maryland Style Seafood Restaurant
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Outback Steakhouse
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
El Jimador Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
A traditional menu of Mexican burritos, tacos, & plates with a full bar in a cantina-style setting.
Bojangles
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.
The Nutrition Sip
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Service options: Curbside pickup, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot. Offerings: Alcohol.