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Welcome to South 21 Matthews

South 21 Matthews in Matthews, NC, is a beloved restaurant offering a variety of burgers, salads, sandwiches, and Southern comfort food. Known for its friendly atmosphere and great portions, customers rave about menu items like the fish sandwich, burgers, and fried chicken. The restaurant's 50s diner vibe adds to the charm, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. With options for delivery, takeout, and outdoor seating, South 21 Matthews provides a welcoming and delicious dining experience. Don't miss out on trying their signature dishes and homemade onion rings that are worth the wait!

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Welcome to South 21 Matthews, a beloved establishment in Matthews, North Carolina, known for its delicious burgers, salads, and sandwiches. This casual restaurant offers a wide range of options, from mouth-watering burgers to fresh salads and hearty sandwiches. Whether you're in the mood for a classic cheeseburger or a crispy chicken salad, South 21 Matthews has something for everyone.

Located at 11450 E Independence Blvd, South 21 Matthews provides a warm and friendly atmosphere with excellent customer service. The restaurant offers various amenities such as delivery, takeout, outdoor seating, and waiter service. It's a great spot for groups, kids, and even pets, with ample parking and free Wi-Fi available.

Some of the standout dishes at South 21 Matthews include the 21 Xpress Special Burger, the Grilled Chicken Salad, and the Golden Southern Fried Chicken. Customers rave about the generous portions, friendly staff, and the overall dining experience at this establishment.

  • Must-try dishes: 21 Xpress Special Burger, Grilled Chicken Salad, Golden Southern Fried Chicken
  • Customer favorites: Cheeseburger, Cod fish sandwich, Chicken salad sandwich
  • Popular sides: Potato Salad, Coleslaw, French fries

From the retro diner vibe to the homemade onion rings and classic American fare, South 21 Matthews is a must-visit destination for food lovers in the Charlotte area. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, you're sure to enjoy the comfort food and friendly atmosphere at South 21 Matthews.

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Roger L. B.
Roger L. B.

Very friendly atmosphere with a funny staff! Great food and good portions...had the cheeseburger last time, next time I'll try the fish!

Ms H.
Ms H.

Try this place for the 1st time yesterday. We ordered the 2 patty burger and the Cod fish sandwich. The patty bottom bun was soggy probably should have added lettuce. The fries were good even the next day in foil in the airfryer. The fish sandwich was good. We will definitely be back to try more items.

Joanne S.
Joanne S.

I have been going to the South 21 Restaurants as long as they have been in business. My favorite is the Independence Blvd location but we now live in Matthew's so the Matthew's location is good but hard to beat the Charlotte location!

David B.
David B.

Southern comfort food to the max! Guy Fieri from Dinners, driven and dives gave this place a thumbs up. I give this place two thumbs up. I did my homework and read my Awesome fellow Yelpers had to say and then I proceeded to order the trout plate and man I'm very happy I did. My Awesome wife ordered the chicken sandwich and said it was good but chic- filet has nothing to worry about. My buddies recommended South 21 Onion rings and they were right. awesome. Their fries are Ok, vanilla shake was good. Pickled Cole slaw came with the delicious trout plate and was the best I have ever had bar none.this was our first time here but I guaranty we will be coming back soon to explore more of this awesome menu. Let me tell you that the place was packed and that means the locals love this place. Boom there you have it. May God bless all my fellow foodies Always.

John B.
John B.

Amazing sandwiches and top.ranked chili dog. Ribeye steak sandwich is my favorite and my wife loves the chicken salad sandwich.

Brittney W.
Brittney W.

Always fast friendly service. Inside and outside seating. Good pricing for better than fast food.

Jake A.
Jake A.

Better than the one on Independence, this spot has a diner vibe. Very fresh ingredients, and friendly people. I will say that my 4 stars come from the place, and the people, but the food is only 3.5. Diner environment, very cool. Sundrop...cool. 4.5 stars Hot, friendly, and fresh, even if not amazing food...The dogs and the double burger are solid. I will be back because of the feel, and I will enjoy the food because it's hot and solid.

Gracie M.
Gracie M.

South 21 is a Charlotte area staple. Each time I go, I have a hard time deciding between the fried trout and the burgers, because both are delicious. The restaurant also has a neat 50s diner feel. You order at the front and pick up your food when your order is called out. It tends to be fairly busy during peak times, so finding a seat is sometimes hard.

Celia C.
Celia C.

Yes, this place was on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives- you can see (and taste why). I balked when I saw an order of onion rings cost $5- only to get something truly homemade (this is one of their most celebrated items). According to one staffer there, each batch of onion rings takes roughly 1-2 days to make because they are 'cured' (for lack of a better term) overnight. Burgers were great but my 2nd one got a little soggy- the buns were toasted too. Yum. We got our order to go but opted to dine-in when we saw the comfy interior. Ambiance was cute- 50s style place complete with music from that era playing. (I think this is what Highway 55 chain was trying to do...!) They have a nice little patio off to the side for folks to dine in. You could tell this is a popular place across many different types of people.