Hiker's Kitchen

4.5 ( 121 reviews )
Checking... 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
188 W Main St, Franklin, NC 28734, United States
+1 828-347-1945

Hiker's Kitchen, nestled at 188 W Main St in Franklin, NC, presents itself as a must-visit destination for both locals and travelers alike. Reviews highlight a vibrant atmosphere combined with a menu that truly delivers on flavor. Many patrons rave about the gyros and the iconic Hiker Burger, making it clear that the kitchen excels in hearty, satisfying dishes.

William Kellagher's experience emphasizes the swift service, with lines moving quickly and food delivered directly to patrons inside the adjoining Lazy Hiker. The curly fries paired with the gyro garnered particular praise. Meanwhile, Karissa Khamsouk lauds the variety in the menu, particularly the 1/2 Super Nachos, making it a hit for groups. It's evident that both newcomers and regulars find the food consistently delectable.

For those seeking a casual vibe, Saye Braucht notes the fun crowd and decent food truck fare, perfect for unwinding with an IPA (although he admits IPAs aren’t his favorite). With specials like the banana or chocolate Oreo puddings captivating taste buds, Hiker's Kitchen proves to be more than just a pit stop—it’s a delightful culinary experience waiting to unfold.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Kerbside pickup
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
    • Delivery
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Fireplace
    • Great beer selection
    • Live music
    • Sport
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Vegan options
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Seating
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed
    • Dogs allowed inside
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Hiker's Kitchen

William Kellagher
Jul 1,2025
I went out to order, and there was a line, but it moved really quickly. We were hanging out in the Lazy Hiker, and they give you a number and deliver inside. I had the gyro with curly fries and it was delicious!
Karissa Khamsouk
Jun 20,2025
We stopped here to grab a bite while traveling through. The food was delicious! We enjoyed The Burger, Hiker Burger and the 1/2 Super nachos. Everyone throughly enjoyed their meal and look forward to eating here again if we are in town
Saye Braucht
Jun 1,2025
Great spot for an IPA. I don't like IPAs but if you do this is your spot. I found a beer I did like though. The food truck outside was decent. Cool spot lots of fun people just hanging out enjoying the day. Walked down from the gardens they were quite lovely this time of year.
Warfather1964
May 29,2025
The food is delicious and the staff very friendly. If you come here during the car shows in Franklin there's a good chance you'll see some hot rods in the parking lot. You order your food and you get to go into the tap room and they will bring it to you. And don't forget to look for daily specials. Sometimes they have their banana or chocolate Oreo puddings try them they are delicious.. However there are no beverages available here the word right next to the lazy hiker and there's lots of goodies over there. Home to the best burgers in town.
Ubaldo Herrera
Apr 24,2025
Love going to the Hiker. Great nachos, burgers, very hot wings. Their strawberry dessert cup was delicious. Meal with a local beer just makes for a great day.
Luca Guazzotto
Apr 14,2025
We enjoyed the food very much. The food quality is way above what you would expect from a food truck and the (only person on) staff is courteous and doing his best to help everyone. Sure, with only one person working the food may take a moment, but you are going to be sitting in a pub, you aren't in a fast food joint! The short wait did not bother us at all and the food came right to our table where we were enjoying our beers. For the time we staid in the brewery we saw the gentleman working at the food truck hustle back and forth continuously with a genuine smile on his face. We definitely recommend the hand cut curly fries and the burgers (made with local beef).
Grace Vigtel
Mar 13,2025
We were passing through the area when we stumbled upon Hiker’s Kitchen. It is a little food truck attached to Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. The food was great for a casual afternoon lunch. I really enjoyed the Bavarian pretzel with honey mustard and the curly fries. Everyone else also seemed pleased with their order. We ate inside which was cozy and definitely fit the hiker theme. Their outside seating area also looked nice, and they even had a fire pit. Hiker’s Kitchen/brewery is super dog friendly with dogs welcomed inside and outside as long as they’re leashed and well behaved. My dog Beans had a great time sitting with us while we ate, and everyone was so nice to him. I think Hiker’s Kitchen is a great place to stop for lunch, especially if you have a dog with you!
Dob Dobbin (Dob Dobbin Photography)
Mar 9,2025
I can't say enough about how delicious the food is here. I had the hiker burger and world famous french fries. Joe the owner was as pleasant and friendly as they come. If your in the area stop by for a bite, you won't regret it. The lazy hiker brewery is on site and Joe will hand deliver your food to your table.

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