Cafe Rule & Wine Bar

4.4

1429 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Located in the beautiful foothills of Hickory, North Carolina, Cafe Rule & Wine Bar is a beautiful restaurant where you can experience the delicious dining in a relaxed and refreshingly casual setting.
Fresh, sensational flavors and exquisite wine pairings are yours to enjoy as your palette is spoiled by our culinary team. There is simply no comparison to the array of dishes, the extensive wine selection or the fabulous ambiance that Cafe Rule invites you to savor. We offer a variety of private dining options for parties, business meetings and special events (up to 35), as well as an inviting outdoor patio with fountains, sculptures, and beautifully manicured gardens.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Fusion / Eclectic, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(828) 324-2005
Website
http://www.caferule.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We offer off site catering events customized to your vision and needs! Email reservations@caferule.com for more information.
Private party facilities
We offer multiple spaces to enjoy a private dining experience - from 12 - 70 guests, we have you covered! Email reservations@caferule.com for more information.

Location
242 11th Avenue NE, Hickory, NC 28601
Neighborhood
Hickory
Cross street
HWY 127
Parking details
Self park
Entertainment
please check www.CafeRule.com for details.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Miller Lite$5.00
Light Beer, 4.2% ABV, Milwaukee, WI
Coors Light$5.00
Light Beer, 4.2% ABV, Golden, CO
Corona Extra$5.00
Mexican Light Lager, 4.6% ABV, Mexico City, MX
Heineken 0.0$6.00
Pale Lager, 0.0% ABV, Netherlands
Guinness$6.00
Irish Stout, 4.2% ABV, Dublin, Ireland
Blue Moon$6.00
Witbier, 5.4% ABV, Denver, CO
Heineken$6.00
Pale Lager, 5% ABV, Netherlands

Draft Selections

Voodoo Ranger$8.00
Hazy IPA, 7.0% ABV, Asheville, NC
Stone Delicious$8.00
IPA , 7.7% ABV, California
Victory Prima Pilsner$8.00
German Pilsner, 5.3% ABV, Downington, PA
Festbeir$9.00
Marzan, 6.3% ABV, Munich Germany
Blake's Hard Cider$9.00
Rotating Cider Tap, Armada, MI
Boont Amber Ale$9.00
5.8% ABV, California

What 1,429 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Charlotte
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Rule & Wine Bar offers a charming dining experience in Hickory with its lovely outdoor patio and attentive service. Guests rave about the "excellent food" and "great atmosphere," often highlighting standout dishes like the lobster appetizer and Nashville Hot Chicken. While some note higher pricing and menu changes, the "wonderful service" and memorable occasions, such as anniversaries and special celebrations, keep patrons returning.

1,429 Reviews

N
Nicole
Charlotte
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The waitress and manager were so very nice. The food that we got was very good, but they were out of almost everything my husband wanted but they were so apologetic and gave us a come back coupon and a free appetizer. We will try it again next month. 🥳
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Don
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I had an excellent meal at Cafe Rule, our server was Holden and he was friendly, attentive and excellent at his job. My filet was prepared exactly as I like it, my wife's meal was exactly as she likes as well. Great food, excellent service, great interior and exterior facility ambiance. Truly the only metropolitan dining experience in Hickory. Without Cafe Rule, we would have to go back to Charlotte for a nice dining experience. We moved here from Charlotte and Cafe Rule is an oasis in an otherwise fine dining desert.
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Phil
Charlotte
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The steak was tuff, the Christmas tree was half lit, and the service was subpar. This experience was definitely over priced for what we got. At $200 for a couple to were, I would expect a little better quality. I’m not sure we will be back.
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M
Margery
Western NC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious dinner and great service. Will return soon.
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JK
VIP
Richmond
52 reviews
2.0
52 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
If you are familiar with the regular menu, it has changed, and doesn't seem to offer as many of its old favorites.
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Marshall
VIP
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was fantastic and the food and venue were wonderful. We all loved the special French Onion soup and the appetizers and our deliciously flavorful meals.
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R
Roy
Charlotte
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful evening celebrating a special birthday. Thank you Cafe Rule for an extraordinary experience. Great food and service as usual.
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Joanne
Western NC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best meal I’ve had in years! Service is wonderful, lovely decor, and fantastic food!
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S
SC
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Best chicken biscuit ever! We met relatives at the restaurant on Sunday morning, so it was not crowded or noisy. We could easily converse, which is a nice change from other venues. Service was prompt and earnest. The food was excellent.
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Jared
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious, the portion size on the pasta was excellent the steak however could have come with a side. Our server was very attentive and provided excellent service.
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FAQs

Cafe Rule & Wine Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (828) 324-2005.

Cafe Rule & Wine Bar is rated 4.4 stars by 1429 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

242 11th Avenue NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Additional information

Cross street
HWY 127
Neighborhood
Hickory
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Fusion / Eclectic, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Self park
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
please check www.CafeRule.com for details.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.caferule.com/
Phone number
(828) 324-2005
Catering
We offer off site catering events customized to your vision and needs! Email reservations@caferule.com for more information.
Private party facilities
We offer multiple spaces to enjoy a private dining experience - from 12 - 70 guests, we have you covered! Email reservations@caferule.com for more information.

Cafe Rule & Wine Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Menu

Bottles & Cans

Miller Lite$5.00

Coors Light$5.00

Corona Extra$5.00

Heineken 0.0$6.00

Guinness$6.00

Blue Moon$6.00

Heineken$6.00

Draft Selections

Voodoo Ranger$8.00

Stone Delicious$8.00

Victory Prima Pilsner$8.00

Festbeir$9.00

Blake's Hard Cider$9.00

Boont Amber Ale$9.00

What 1,429 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Cafe Rule & Wine Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cafe Rule & Wine Bar restaurant rated?

Is Cafe Rule & Wine Bar currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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