RayNathan's 4571 South New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28056

"Wow!! The food was GREAT, all the staff members were very nice, and the place was very clean. Hubby had the brisket (best I've had in the area and I've tried it at nearly every BBQ joint) and a link add on. I had the smoked bacon burger. Unsure why I wanted to try every dessert... but we had the apple cake, banana pudding, and peach cobbler. All the food was really good! And the prices were very reasonable! Must haves - brisket and banana pudding!!"

"Today was my first visit after a friend recommended I go. I ordered a full rack of ribs with collard greens, green beans, and fries online. My order was ready only 7 minutes past promise time. When I arrived, the staff was busy hustling and working, but not too busy to offer a greeting. I was a little tickled because they reminded me of Chick-fil-A employees; smiling, pleasant, organized, and moving customers out quickly. I didn't hear "My pleasure", but I wouldn't have been surprised if I did. When I got my order, I went outside and opened my fries and they were a little black and cold. I went back inside and they replaced them with no issue, and I was very happy. When I got home and bit a rib, the meat was so tender, if I had no teeth, I could still eat them! Next time I will try another flavor, but I enjoyed them with my vinegar sauce the most. It was an excellent first impression."

"I have been to a lot of BBQ places and I have to say this in the top 3. Highly recommended. The wings are perfect. If ordering meat go with the dry options. The sauces on the table are amazing, especially the tomato base. Junior in the register was very friendly, patience and courteous. I will definitely be back with friends and family."

"This was a place that I have seen off the side while I drive on South New Hope. An acquaintance went not long after it opened with lots of good things to say. We went early on a Friday night, hoping not to get bogged down. There were many cars already in the parking lot. It is a good thing that the building is large. The interior is interesting mix of Graham’s Fish Fry and Primus art. If you know who Primus is, you are a step ahead of me. I went to the bathroom and passed through a room covered in some very eclectic art. The food board is right in front when you walk in the door. You order when you get in there & find a place to sit. The man got the pulled pork & had a very yummy taste to it before the sauce was added. The green beans & mac n cheese were excellent, great flavor. I had the glazed ribs because I was in the mood. Some were good, others weren’t. It was like some were under a heat lamp for a touch too long. The server was great & kept us with drinks. We didn’t get any desserts but next time. Bottom line.. give it a try if you want something different than a run of the mill BBQ joint."