Hop's Bar-b-que

Walking around downtown Asheboro looking for a bite. Lot of the spots we googled were closed today when we stumbled upon Hops. The inside was open so we went for the board specials for Thursday. I had the Veg beef soup and sandwich (grilled cheese), wife had the chicken quesadilla with nachos and queso sauce. Her chicken was tender and had a nice grill on it. She skipped the grilled peppers (mistake) but was cheesy and the tortilla was grilled and tender. Chips were hot and cheese dip was warm and tasty. My grilled cheese was average, but that soup was some of the BEST I’ve ever had! Rich, meaty, full of grilled hamburger, stew beef and vegetables. I didn’t mention to the wife until I had a chance to google what I’d noticed, but swear I’d tasted a hint of sweet pickle juice in the stew as a sweetener. Found several Eastern European recipes on line mentioning beef stew and pickle brine. I may be wrong but will try to recreate their stew at home soon. If the chief wants to shoot me that recipe I promise not to share. Great place that’s been there for years according to the historical marker. Didn’t even try their namesake so I’ll have to return soon.

My absolute favorite restaurant in our town. Such a iconic restaurant and never disappoints. From their daily specials to BBQ its simply the best!! They have tons more to offer besides just bbq!! If you want some good meat loaf and the best chicken and dumplins in town, make sure to stop in.

This is about as southern as it gets. Grandma wishes she could cook like this. Check out the photos from this morning's breakfast...ham steak thin and crispy, red eye gravy, hash browns, eggs over easy followed by a big biscuit with molasses. Yummy.

Had the large BBQ plate. The 'cue was very good and the sweet tea was spot on. The sauce was vinegar based, which isn't what I usually have on my BBQ but this was flavorful without being too strong. The staff was friendly. When I make it back to Asheboro I'll visit again.