The Best Food & Drinks in Columbus County
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After a couple weeks away from the area, here is my Week Seven submission to the Burger Battle. They’re always busy and it’s hard to get a seat — Ray’s...
A beautiful hurricane-free Week Six is here and I have to thank the readers for pointing out that I clearly omitted Cruiser’s from the list of our Burger forward restauranteurs…...
Week Five is here and I am at Penn’s Grill to grab a cheeseburger. This is a tough job, but someone has to do it. Let’s go! Contest setup: I...
Week 4 of the Whiteville Burger Battle takes us to Ivey’s Cafe. This is a local fav for wings and great service…Let’s jump into their burger! Contest setup: I will...
Round Three of the Burger Battle takes place at Jerry’s Sandwich Shop. This local eatery serves classic grill menu and has a great time with it! The burger is loading…...
By Justin Williamson Week Two of the Whiteville Area Burger Battle takes us to the Etna Diner. This is a local establishment that has garnered a huge following over the...
By Justin Williamson The Whiteville area is home to more than a handful of local diners and grills and we are blessed to be able to walk into every one...
By Justin Williamson I have been on a quest as of late to get some love in the eastern side of the county and today I have a little gem...
By Justin Williamson This past Sunday was National Ice Cream Day, according to Facebook. So naturally the wife and I had to get a cone. It was super hot anyways...
By Justin Williamson Today I’m happy to share my experience with you from a new coffee and sandwich shop in the heart of Tabor City, called The Grind. This new...
By Justin Williamson Several months ago we looked into the eatery options in both the Tabor City and the West Columbus areas. Today I am jumping into the east side...
By Justin Williamson Today I’m happy to discuss El Juan Mariscos and Grill. Located on Sam Potts Highway in Lake Waccamaw, I expect that folks in this community have to...
By Justin Williamson Food truck vendors seem to be continually rising in popularity in our area. I have had the pleasure of covering several here on the Brews and Bites...
By Justin Williamson I hope that by now all of you have made your way to Anthony’s new location on Madison Street in Whiteville. It’s hard to call it new,...
By Justin Williamson There are several types of food that I love, but only a few that I crave; tacos and wings are always at the top of my list....
CCN Brews & Bites By Justin Williamson Today’s review is an easy one, as it’s been a community favorite for years now. Serving a lot of folks here in...