Windy City Grill
Windy City Grill
Good Hot Dogs
Thick fried bologna
Club sandwich
Literally the BEST Philly Cheesesteak EVER.
Hard to beat this plus a drink for $7.
Grilled chicken sandwich on a toasted bun
Big huge chicken tenders!
Chicken tenders!
Gravy biscuit with scrambled eggs on top and a side of tots
Livermush & egg
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a row of red stools
a tray of tater tots and a cup of pepsi
a man eating a sandwich
outside, ramen and noodles
Joseph L.
Jan 5, 2025
This place is a gem that needs to be protected!Great food, great people, great place!This hometown diner is something everyone needs in their lives! It's fun, cute, whatever you want to call it! The food comes out fast, DELICIOUS, and just how you ordered it! I'm not sure how they're able to best inflation, but my wife and I can get out of there (pre-tip) for under $15.... $15!!!!Definitely a new tradition to try out, parking is tight but there's more around back!
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Paula E.
Feb 8, 2025
Best burger in town ! And the breakfast can't be beat either ! They are always so friendly ! And the little cafe style dining room is cozy and inviting !
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Jeff H.
Jan 13, 2024
Really great breakfast Sammies it's a never miss up there y'all. The folks there are all genuine articles, this is OG Hick'ry. It's a winner!
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Kirby P.
Apr 19, 2022
"Homers" as the locals call it is a go-to breakfast spot with limited dine-in seating and a drive thru. You can also order anything on the menu at any time of day, the food is delicious and affordable! The service is exactly what you would expect from a local diner- it is a laid back atmosphere and everyone knows everyone!
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Brenda R.
Jul 15, 2023
My husband and I LOVE this place. The service is great. The people are friendly and it has a "Cheers" vibe to it. I would say they definitely have their regular customers (us included). We love to get the fish sandwich. It's a large fillet on a bun and I get it with tarter and the slaw on the side (I like to add the amount I want). When I'm feeling more carnivorous the double jalapeno burger can't be beat. It's got peppers and pepper jack cheese. Of course we always have to split the onion rings and tater tots.
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Anisha H.
Dec 20, 2020
This place was amazing! When we were traveling to the mountains for my boyfriend's birthday, we planned to stop somewhere different. We didn't want the typicalBojangles or chickfila. When we found Windy City via Yelp, we were taken back by the line. We said, "well, dang, they must be good," and decided to see if the inside was open. Thankfully we were open with limited seating. We walked in and immediately ordered our food. All the stay were practicing social distancing and wearing masks and face shields. The dining area was spotless and also the restroom. The staff was very friendly and engaging. We left with full bellies and full hearts.
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Karl K.
Oct 28, 2019
It had nothing to do with Windy City Grill, but my lunch adventure today did not start off well. I drove to Taylorsville to purchase some fresh North Carolina apples. Afterward, I searched Yelp to find a place to get a hot dog and settled on Big D's Diner. I headed that way only to discover that they were closed. Yelp says they are open, so we gotta fix that. A second Yelp search suggested Charlie Graingers in Hickory, so I headed that way. But when I got there, a handwritten sign in the window declared that they are now closed on Mondays. If I repeated here on the Yelp venue the language that came out of my mouth at that moment, they would probably shut down my account. Thanks for the heads up, Charlie. A THIRD Yelp search suggested Windy City grill. Lawdy, lawdy miracles still happen. They were open, but were going to close in 40 minutes. I broke a lot of traffic laws to get there, but as my favorite comedian, George Carlin, once said: "Cop didn't see it, I didn't do it."I got there in time. Would Windy City save my frustrating lunch adventure from utter ruin? Sort of. The order taker was very nice and the price cannot be beat. I ordered two dogs all the way, tater tots, and a Cheerwine. Everything was good, but just that: good. The hot dogs were a nice size and had perfect portions of mustard, slaw, chili, and onions. As I said, everything had a good taste, but the chili was too sweet for me. If you like mild, sweet chili, you'll probably love it. The tater tots were run of the mill.I liked the lay out: a U-shaped counter area and tables also in the shape of a U along the walls. The floor waitress was pretty anxious to wrap up her shift and banged her broom into my stool several times while sweeping up. I didn't care much for that. But I think the place is full of locals who don't mind--in fact, she gave one of them a back scratch right in front of everyone, and no one batted an eye. To summarize: A decent place to get a good hot dog in Hickory at a great price. And I HIGHLY recommend going up NC HWY 16N to Taylorsville and picking up some fresh North Carolina apples from Deal Orchards, Sugarloaf Orchards, or one of the others in the area. Try some new varieties you've never had before--Goldrush, for example, is pome perfection. They are delicious and you'll be supporting your local farmer.
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Amelia Z.
May 24, 2022
Probably the best spot in Hickory for a fast, cheap, and, most importantly, tasty meal! We end up there probably more often than we should (at least once a week). The staff is friendly, we take a seat at the bar, and everything is cooked to order. They've also got a super-speedy drive-through if you're looking to be on your way even faster. All in all, this is a staple for us, and I'm so glad we ventured over!
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T S.
Jul 12, 2024
I'd go here almost everyday for lunch while I was attending Hickory High. The guy working the window would see me in line, would say the usual, I'd nod yes, and when I got to the window my food was ready. He was great!! We go here every time we come back to visit because the food is usually very good! This last time it was bad, buns were tough and hard. Hardly any chili and slaw on it. So disappointed!!! We did hear a man order, he asked for a burger off the grill, we'll do that next time to make sure it's fresh. Maybe that will make a difference. We'll give it one more shot!
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Gloria A.
Jan 24, 2023
Excellent food - we went here on a fluke and just loved it. Bacon was good to perfection
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