High Point’s comfort food scene is a mix of Piedmont barbecue, soul-food classics, and down-home diners—perfect for furniture market weeks or everyday cravings.
Expect warm service, hearty portions, and the flavors North Carolina does best.
Kepley’s Bar-B-Q
A long-loved name for Lexington-style barbecue, Kepley’s serves chopped pork that’s tender, lightly smoky, and hit with a tangy vinegar-red sauce.
Pair it with red slaw, hushpuppies fresh from the fryer, and baked beans for the classic plate.
The atmosphere is straightforward and friendly—exactly what you want from a NC barbecue joint.
Penny Path Café & Crêpe Shop
Comfort can be sweet or savory, and Penny Path’s crêpes deliver both.
Savory options—think ham and gruyère with béchamel or chicken, mushrooms, and spinach—feel like cozy French casseroles wrapped in a delicate crêpe.
For dessert, Nutella-banana or cinnamon-apple crêpes arrive warm and indulgent, often with a dusting of sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.
The café is intimate, charming, and great for a slow morning.
Southern Roots
A High Point staple with live music and a hospitable spirit, Southern Roots leans Southern-comfort-with-style.
The chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, and meatloaf with mashed potatoes all hit home, while pimento cheese starters and fried green tomatoes set the tone.
Daily specials often lean braised and seasonal. It’s lively, welcoming, and deliciously consistent.
Tom’s Place
Old-school breakfast plates and diner comfort define Tom’s. Expect fluffy biscuits with sausage gravy, country ham with eggs, and griddled pancakes with golden edges.
Lunch brings burgers, club sandwiches, and blue-plate specials like chicken-fried steak or turkey and dressing.
Coffee’s hot, service is quick, and the vibe is neighborly.
BBQ Joes Country Cooking & Catering
This laid-back joint combines country cooking with Triad barbecue.
The chopped pork is solid, but the plate lunches shine: pot roast with brown gravy, chicken pie, and country-style steak that practically melts.
Sides like mac and cheese, green beans, and yams read like a family-table spread. Portions are big, prices are fair, and regulars return for the comfort-factor alone.
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