Cool Beans Cat Café, near downtown Gastonia, is Gaston County’s very first cat café—where you can enjoy freshly brewed coffee and delectable pastries while spending quality time with adoptable, cage‑free cats in a warm, playful atmosphere.

Small neighborhood bar in Gastonia.

Twin Tops Fish Camp has been serving up all-you-can-eat seafood favorites like fried flounder, Calabash shrimp, and deviled crab since 1968—offering generous portions, a salad bar, and a friendly, laid-back atmosphere that keeps locals coming back.

Shrimp Boat brings Southern comfort food to the table with standout fried chicken, crispy shrimp and fish platters. A cash-only and family‑friendly, this laid-back gem still draws regulars for its nostalgic atmosphere, solid portions, and true down‑home flavor.

A family-operated staple since 1981, The Captain’s Cap is celebrated throughout Gaston County for its generous plates of fried or broiled fresh seafood, all-you-can-eat salad bar, steak and chicken options, and friendly, clean dining atmosphere at reasonable prices

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