Hwy 55 – American
Step back into a vibrant, neon-lit era where the rhythmic sizzle of the flat-top grill and the nostalgic charm of a classic diner create an atmosphere of pure Americana. Towering burgers dripping with melted pimento cheese and smoky BBQ sauce anchor a menu of hearty comfort, featuring everything from authentic, griddled cheesesteaks to golden-fried shrimp platters. Every plate serves up a slice of roadside nostalgia, inviting guests to savor hand-crafted flavors in a space that feels both timeless and high-energy.
1095, Hickory Boulevard, Lenoir, NC, 28645 +18285724398 https://hwy55.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, sugar-free, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, volumetrics, raw-food, detox, mayo-clinic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Famous Burgers
Fresh, never frozen & hand-pattied.
- John Boy & Billy BBQ Bacon Burger - $6.99: American, provolone or pepper jack cheese, mustard chili, bacon, crispy onion ring, and John Boy and Billy’s Grillin’ Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Double Cheeseburger - $8.99: 11 oz of beef, mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickles & American cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Americana Burger - $5.99: 5.5 oz of beef, mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickles & American cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Carolina Classic - $6.49: Mustard, onions, chili, slaw and choice of American, provolone or pepper jack cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pimento Cheeseburger - $7.29: Bacon and made-from-scratch pimento cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Cheesesteaks
Premium Sliced Cheesesteaks Piled High on Steamed Hoagies.
- Cheesesteak - $8.49: Sliced steak with sauteed mushrooms, onions, bell peppers and choice of American, provolone or pepper jack cheese
- Chicken Cheesesteak - $8.49: Tender chicken with sauteed mushrooms, onions, bell peppers and choice of American, provolone or pepper jack cheese
- Jalapeño Jack Cheesesteak - $8.99: Sliced steak with sauteed mushrooms, onions, grilled jalapeños and melted pepper jack cheese
- The Moose - $8.99: Tender chicken with crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, provolone and American cheese
Platters & Classic Eats
Served with Fries or Tots, Slaw, and Grilled Bread.
- Shrimp Platter - $12.99: Golden hand-breaded shrimp, fries or tots, slaw and grilled bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chopped Steak Platter - $11.49: Fresh seasoned beef, sauteed onions and peppers, gravy, fries or tots, slaw and grilled bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Chicken Basket - $9.99: Grilled chicken tenders, fries or tots and a drink Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Fried Chicken Basket - $9.99: Hand-breaded chicken tenders, fries or tots and a drink Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Shrimp Burger - $6.99: Hand-breaded shrimp, slaw, ketchup, steamed bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Po’ Boy - $9.49: Hand-breaded shrimp, hoagie roll, lettuce, tomato, Po’ Boy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grilled Chicken Tender Sandwich - $6.49: Grilled chicken tenders, pickles, Hwy Sauce, steamed bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fried Chicken Tender Sandwich - $6.49: Hand-breaded chicken tenders, pickles, Hwy Sauce, steamed bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- John Boy & Billy Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $7.99: Grilled chicken tenders, lettuce, tomato, bacon, cheese, and John Boy and Billy’s Grillin’ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Cheese - $3.99: American and Provolone cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hot Dog - $3.49: Hot dog in a steamed bun with choice of toppings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Made-to-Order Salads
Made with Fresh Ingredients Daily.
- Spicy Shrimp Salad - $10.99: Mixed greens, red cabbage, cucumbers, sliced egg, shredded carrots, fried onion straws, cherry tomatoes and spicy shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Cobb Salad - $10.49: Mixed greens, red cabbage, shredded carrots, cherry tomatoes, bacon, sliced egg, fried onion straws, cucumbers, shredded cheese, grilled or hand-breaded chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Garden Salad - $7.49: Mixed greens, red cabbage, shredded carrots, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese and fried onion straws Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Side Salad - $4.49: Mixed greens, red cabbage, shredded carrots, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese and sliced egg Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Frozen Custard
Scoops, Concretes, Sundaes, Shakes, and Floats!
- Frozen Custard Scoops - $3.99: Served in a cup, bowl, or waffle cone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Concretes - $5.49: Frozen custard blended with choice of topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sundaes and Banana Splits - $6.49: Topped with whipped cream & a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Brownie Sundae - $6.99: Topped with whipped cream, hot fudge, nuts, and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Shakes - $5.49: Topped with whipped cream & a cherry
- Floats - $4.99: Topped with whipped cream & a cherry
Kids Meals
Ages 12 and Under. Includes side, drink, and custard or classic car.
- Kids Cheeseburger - $5.99: Kid-sized fries, tots or applesauce and a soft drink or tea Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Kids Chicken Tenders - $5.99: Kid-sized fries, tots or applesauce and a soft drink or tea Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Kids Grilled Cheese - $5.99: Kid-sized fries, tots or applesauce and a soft drink or tea Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kids Shrimp Burger - $5.99: Kid-sized fries, tots or applesauce and a soft drink or tea Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kids Hot Dog - $5.99: Kid-sized fries, tots or applesauce and a soft drink or tea Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Add-ons & Toppings
Customize your meal or dessert.
- Custard Toppings - $0.75: Bananas, Brownie Bites, Caramel, Cherries, Chocolate Syrup, Cookie Dough, Hot Fudge, M&Ms, Mixed Nuts, Oreo, Peanut Butter Cups, Pineapple, Snickers, Strawberry, Whipped Cream