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Trusted Restaurants in Gastonia, NC
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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Gastonia, NC by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Constantine’s Restaurant with a 4.8-star rating from 1,449 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 85/100. Also in the top tier: Webb Custom Kitchen and Groovy Beast. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Gastonia is 4.5 stars from 1,430 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Gastonia range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 10, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Groovy Beast
Groovy Beast stands out for its unique, whimsical atmosphere and consistently high customer satisfaction among Gastonia's top-ranked restaurants.
Most Reviewed
Ginza Buffet of Gastonia
A high review count indicates broad exposure and reliable feedback from many diners, making it a safe bet for first-time visitors.
Consider trying Groovy Beast for a memorable dining experience, or Ginza Buffet if you prefer a wide variety and want to see what the most people have reviewed. Check recent reviews for any changes in quality or service.
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4.5★
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Jun 10, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
4.8 stars from over 1,400 reviews makes this a top-rated Gastonia restaurant.
1825 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USAHas a 4.7-star rating from over 3,600 Google reviews.
182 S South St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USABoasting a 4.6-star rating from nearly 1,200 Google reviews, this spot is a local favorite.
1611 Westover St, Gastonia, NC 28056, USARestaurants Rankings in Gastonia, NC
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Constantine’s Restaurant1825 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA | 4.8★ | 1,449 |
| #2 | Webb Custom Kitchen182 S South St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA | 4.7★ | 3,657 |
| #3 | Groovy Beast1611 Westover St, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA | 4.6★ | 1,197 |
| #4 | Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel Gastonia168 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA | 4.4★ | 297 |
| #5 | Soul on Lowell2813 Lowell Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA | 4.9★ | 100 |
| #6 | Tino's3204 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA | 4.7★ | 205 |
| #7 | Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen2051 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA | 4.0★ | 4,375 |
| #8 | The Juicy Crab Gastonia3628 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA | 4.5★ | 2,718 |
| #9 | Bubba's 333287 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA | 4.3★ | 3,215 |
| #10 | The Smoke Pit421 Cox Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA | 4.5★ | 2,389 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Gastonia
Solid 4.4-star rating from nearly 300 Google reviews.
168 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA
Gastonia diner with a 4.9-star rating from over 100 Google reviews.
2813 Lowell Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA
4.7 stars from over 200 Google reviews, reflecting consistent local popularity.
3204 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA
A solid 4.0-star rating from over 4,300 reviews in Gastonia.
2051 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA
Rated 4.5 stars across 2,718 Google reviews.
3628 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars across over 3,200 customer reviews.
3287 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA
4.5 stars from over 2,300 Google reviews makes this a trusted local choice.
421 Cox Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA
A solid 4.2-star rating based on 684 Google reviews for this Gastonia restaurant.
199 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA
Earning a 4.6-star rating from nearly 180 reviews in Gastonia, NC.
140 N Gaston St, Dallas, NC 28034, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from 182 Google reviews, this Gastonia restaurant is a local favorite.
3206 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA
Known for solid quality with a 4.3-star rating from over 1,100 Google reviews.
315-M Lanyard Ln, Belmont, NC 28012, USA
Popular Gastonia restaurant with a 4.6★ rating from over 430 reviews.
141 W Main Ave #101, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA
A solid 4.1-star rating from over 400 Google reviews.
1941 Hoffman Rd #1, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA
Hundreds of reviews give this Gastonia restaurant a strong 4.6-star rating.
3826 S New Hope Rd STE 1, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA
Consistently rated 4.7 stars from over 120 Google reviews in Gastonia.
119 Center St B, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from nearly 4,000 Google reviews, this Gastonia restaurant is a trusted local favorite.
405 Cox Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA
Consistently rated 4.1 stars from over 1,500 local Google reviews.
212 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA
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Restaurants in Gastonia, NC — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Constantine’s Restaurant | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 1,449 |
| 2 | Webb Custom Kitchen | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 3,657 |
| 3 | Groovy Beast | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,197 |
| 4 | Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel Gastonia | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 297 |
| 5 | Soul on Lowell | 82/100 | 4.9 ★ | 100 |
| 6 | Tino's | 82/100 | 4.7 ★ | 205 |
| 7 | Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen | 71/100 | 4.0 ★ | 4,375 |
| 8 | The Juicy Crab Gastonia | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 2,718 |
| 9 | Bubba's 33 | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 3,215 |
| 10 | The Smoke Pit | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 2,389 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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