Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Gastonia

"Alternatively known as the Toast Cafe, the Famous Toastery is a three-store chain with locations sprinkled throughout Charlotte. The flagship location in East Charlotte is still the most frequented and beloved of the three, despite being founded only a decade ago. The concept of farm-to-fork is evident in the homemade menu options, hand-crafted by best friends and chefs Brian Burchill and Robert Maynard."

"As seen on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, the traditional soul food and and Gullah-inspired dishes fall in step with the bright, jazzy hand-painted decor. The soul roll egg rolls kick with black-eyed peas, rice, collard greens, fried chicken which echo the rest of the menu. Indoor dining or takeout are available."

"With a name inspired by South End’s railway history, Link & Pin is the destination for those who love a high-end boozy brunch. Order the personal mimosa tray that comes with your choice of bubbly and all the trimmings and then round out your spread with salmon and pimento cheese toast, house-made pop tarts or the build-your-own 3 egg omelet. The restaurant also added a second location in Huntersville in fall of 2020."

"Some of the things I had were the candied jalapeño bacon, deviled eggs, truffle fries, and chicken and waffles.” See all Link & Pin reviews"

"I go to Sunflour often but have never tried this raspberry pop tart @urbangirlgranolaworld 😱 It looks like this flaky, fresh pastry would be the perfect afternoon snack or breakfast!. Thanks for the photo. – 📷 by @urbangirlgranolaworld 📝 by @queencitychic #myfab5 #clteats #cltnoms #clt #cltfood"

"Neighborhood: Ballantyne, Dilworth, Elizabeth and Harrisburg, NC. This scratch-made bakery is a go-to for locals craving breakfast or dessert. If you’re craving something sweet, Sunflour serves up favorites like breakfast sandwiches and pastries as well as cakes and cupcakes.."

"A local favorite for sweet and savory baked goods in multiple neighborhoods in Charlotte. Sunflour has an assortment of breakfast, lunch, and dessert items. You’ll find classic baked goods like cupcakes and cookies, along with scones, paninis, and breakfast sandwiches."

"For a more laidback option that still has a great variety, try nearby Dandelion Market. The trendy eatery was inspired by an Irish market in Dublin, and now serves fare from all over the world."

"Fusion Lounge is the best colorful bar and lounge in Charlotte. Very comfy and super chill place. Best place to meet and mingle with all beautiful individuals."

"2839 Selwyn Ave., Charlotte, NC 28209 • (704) 372-1424Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m."

"Enjoy a quick walk around the corner, where you can enjoy dinner at Stoke Charlotte. The menu boasts delicious Southern fare ranging from a wood finished smoked chicken leg to a Georgia beef ribeye and, our personal favorite, the sticky pork shank. Save room for dessert, because they’re known for “The Doughnut,” a one-pound brioche doughnut topped with powdered sugar, diplomat cream and Heath Bar crumbles. Yes, it is as good as it sounds, but you’ll need some help finishing it all (or take it back to the hotel for a sweet treat later)."

"We had a few of their appetizers (pretzel brioche, beef bone marrow, crispy oysters) which were all amazing.” See all Stoke Charlotte reviews"

"The coolest thing to do in Charlotte is definitely METALmorphosis, located at the Whitehall Corporate Center on the south side of Charlotte. This giant metal sculpture featuring a moving head at the center of the fountain is known as one of the Seven Wonders of Charlotte and is an impressive piece of art that is not to be missed. Czech sculptor David Cerney designed and built this impressive outdoor art piece, that includes choreographed movement influenced by the water at the base."

"This unique sculpture is worth a stop while you’re here in Charlotte. Created by Czech artist David Cerny, this 23 ft high structure consists of an amazing arrangement of horizontally moving stainless steel plates forming and reforming a giant metal head. There are plenty of benches to sit and wonder at this amazing contraption and watch as the water washes down the sides of the fountain."

"When you bring the family to visit the historic Latta Plantation they will see North Carolina history coming to life as they make their way around the cotton plantation. Families can see what life was like for the slaves and planters as you visit the eleven farm outbuildings (which include a restored slave house), on a self-guided tour. You can join in a guided tour of the plantation home which has been carefully restored to accurately reflect living conditions for the settler family around 1800 to 1865."

"The Latta Plantation or Latta House was built in 1800 in a style known as the federal style with some element of Georgia design. The plantation is open to the public from Wednesday to Saturday I0.00AM to 4:30 PM daily and Sunday 1.00 PM to 4:30 PM. Visitors are allowed to self-tour the facilities including the outbuildings and the circa 1800 house within the facilities."

"This 19th-century cotton plantation occupies a small corner of a scenic nature preserve, a dozen miles north of Uptown Charlotte. Exhibits in the visitor center tell the story of the Latta family and their 32..."

"Visiting the UNCC Botanical Gardens is a wonderful free activity for just about everyone. Gardening enthusiasts can learn all about the specific plants that thrive in the Charlotte area at the Mellichamp Native Terraces and everyone can admire the remarkable McMillan Greenhouse which protects several themed gardens and an enormous dinosaur skeleton. If you visit at exactly the right time of year (check the website for details) you may be lucky enough to witness the flowering of the world’s largest and most foul-smelling plant, the Titan Arum."

"Give wedding portraits a natural and rustic flair at the UNC-Charlotte Botanical Gardens. Stonework, bridges, fountains and pathways set amid beautiful gardens of distinctive trees and flowers provide innumerable options for photo settings. Romare Bearden Park - Photo by KC Photography Company"

"If plants, flowers and gardens are your forte, you are in for an amazing treat. There are exceptional varieties of horticulture represented at the gardens. Visitors will find a great many rare species, as well."

"Only a few minutes from busy Uptown, the Historic Rosedale Plantation and its nine-acre landscaped grounds offer a glimpse at life in Antebellum Charlotte. Built in 1815, Rosedale was known as "Frew's Folly" because its owner, merchant Archibald Frew, lavished money on constructing the 4,600-square-foot plantation home. You can tour the house, a blacksmith shop, and the extensive historic gardens, which include formal beds bordered in boxwood, an outstanding rose collection, and five Treasure Trees, designated for their age, historical significance, size, or rarity in the region."

"Just like South Carolina, North Carolina in Charlotte offers a long history that dates back since 1768. Historic Rosedale Plantation is one of the oldest pieces of architecture in the city, being established during 1807. Now, it is still well-preserved to tell its story to the general public."

"Juxtaposed by Charlotte’s hip NoDa neighborhood, the Historic Rosedale Plantation is a fully restored home taking up over 900 acres. Open for tours through the creaky building and ever-blooming garden, the space is perfect for those in search of long walks through history."