Traveling with a hungry family? Drop in at any of these family-friendly eateries for amazing meals sure to satisfy.

Scoops
Downtown Sanford’s hot dog stand is just that – a wooden stand you can either walk or drive up to. You won’t find a better hot dog anywhere else, guaranteed.
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Sandra’s Bakery
Sandra’s Bakery, Inc. operates as a retail bakery offering donuts, cookies, pastries, pies, cakes, brownies, etc.
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The Smoke and Barrel
With live local music on the weekends, great food and drink, a friendly staff and a downtown location, the Smoke and Barrel is Sanford’s neighborhood pub.
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La Dolce Vita Pizzeria
La Dolce Vita specializes in authentic Italian pizza that’s simple, handcrafted and embodies true Italian taste.
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The Chocolate Cellar LLC
The Chocolate Cellar was founded by Laura and Carol, a mother-daughter team focused on the art of crafting fine chocolates.
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Kathy’s Java Express
A must visit for any coffee aficionado, the Java express also offers mouth watering pastry’s to accompany your coffee and sandwiches that make your taste buds explode.
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Café 121
Cafe 121 is open for outdoor dining. Simply order at the market counter and you may dine on our patio. We also have a market available shopping and take home meal options.
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Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House
Stop in for tea at this beautiful house turned quaint tearoom serving lunch daily, both inside and outside via its wraparound porch.
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The Fairview Dairy Bar
Sanford’s very own neighborhood throwback offering a ’50s vibe and nostalgic American eats for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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The Flame Steakhouse
Crab cakes, mixed grills & prime rib are among the American offerings at this no-frills steakhouse in Sanford, North Carolina.
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Yarborough’s Homemade Ice Cream
One of oldest family owned creameries in the state. We specialize in serving homemade ice cream and great food too.
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Mrs. Wenger’s
Great food, great folks, great atmosphere. Like stepping back in time to an authentic Mom n Pop Diner with great food and excellent service.
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Big T’s Restaurant
One of Sanford’s longest-running burger dynasties. For the best biscuits, burgers and dogs in town, stop by soon!!! You will be back!!
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