Updated 2026/09/12
The Best Restaurants in Shelby, United States (2026)
Compare 31 restaurants in Shelby, United States, averaging 4.53 stars on Google Maps. The typical listing has 443 reviews, so the ratings below reflect real customer volume rather than a handful of opinions. 52% maintain a website. Most are clustered around Romeo, Cherryville, Almont. Rankings combine Google rating, review volume and website popularity, keep one entry per brand, and refresh automatically as our data updates.
Top picks

Regale craft food & drink
An intimate vibrant restaurant with globally influenced craft food which is independently owned and operated by a local family

Boston Annie's - Subs, Salads, Sweets
Boston Annie's, a warm And welcoming hidden gem serving a taste of home with Annie's family recipes. Specializing in scratch-made soups and chowdahs, pasta dishes, side salads and desserts, this spot is a definite win. The grinders (a.k.a. subs) are made to order with premium meats, the freshest of

Ken's Country Kitchen
We deliver !!!

The Rustic Bluebird Marketplace
Dine In, Carryout, Carryout, Outdoor seating, Catering, Weddings, Showers, Parties, Corporate Events

Pfeiffer Cafe & Confections
116 E Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150

Charlie Brown’s Coney Island & Ice Cream
Charlie Browns Coney Island and Ice Cream

Slim's Bar & Grill
Family Friendly, relaxed atmosphere, great food & great service!! Burgers, wings, etc.

The Godfather Bistro Cigar Bar
Indulge in a night of refined indulgence at The Godfather Bistro Cigar Bar, a premier destination that caters to the sophisticated palate and discerning cigar aficionado. This two-level establishment offers a delightful fusion of dining and drinks, providing a full bar-like menu paired with a compre
Mac's Grill
1201 Shelby Hwy, Cherryville, NC 28021

Lettuce
We are a quick serve restaurant that offers salads, wraps and homemade soups. We have a variety of soups that change daily and fresh fruit smoothies.
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Frequently asked questions
How many restaurants are there in Shelby, United States?
We list 31 restaurants in Shelby, United States that meet our quality bar of at least 4.0 stars and 10 Google reviews. The wider directory holds more, including newer and unrated businesses.
Which restaurant in Shelby, United States is rated highest?
Regale craft food & drink currently tops our list with 4.8 stars from 668 reviews. Rankings update as new reviews and traffic data arrive.
How are the restaurants ranked?
Each business gets a composite score: 70% a Bayesian average of its Google rating and review count, so a 4.9-star business with hundreds of reviews outranks a 5.0 with five, and 30% estimated website traffic. Chains appear once. Nobody can pay to be listed or ranked.