Sticks & Stones

18 Best Restaurants in Greensboro, North Carolina | Eater Carolinas

"This casual-yet-classy pizza place has long been a hallmark of Greensboro’s dining scene. Located in the heart of the Lindley Park neighborhood and diagonally across from sister restaurant Fishbones (and adjacent to standouts Emma Keys and Lindley Park Filling Station), Sticks impresses with its pizzas named for Ryan Adams’ songs, including the walnut pesto and chicken Mockingbirdsing, fried eggplant and mushroom A Kiss Before I Go, and rich, unforgettable Let It Ride with shallot cream sauce, fried chicken, prosciutto, collards, and mozzarella. The salads and beer menu are also among the best in town." - Eric Ginsburg

NC Pizzeria Is Apparently Sticking by Ryan Adams-Themed Menu in Spite of Misconduct Allegations | Eater

"This Greensboro, North Carolina pizzeria gained national attention in 2010 for naming all of its menu items after Ryan Adams songs and still lists dishes such as the “Peaceful Valley” salad, the “Easy, Tiger” soup and the “To Be the One” pizza. The naming strategy began as a salute — one former chef said the owner and original kitchen staff were big Adams fans — and the restaurant has occasionally used #ryanadams in social posts. After a New York Times report alleged abuse by Adams and news of an FBI inquiry, a longtime customer and former local resident, Erica Lane, said the continued tributes felt like an endorsement of the musician and a painful reminder given her own experience; she said she called multiple times asking management to remove the references, left contact information, and ultimately felt ignored. With radio stations and promoters pulling support for Adams and tours and releases canceled, critics argue businesses that have paid tribute should distance themselves. Eater reached out to owner Neil Reitzel and left messages and emails but received no comment; an employee reached by phone said staff were unsure what, if any, changes would be made to the menu." - Brenna Houck

Lindley Park’s wood‑fired institution with locally sourced toppings and pies named after Ryan Adams songs. Highlighted by Eater Carolinas as a Greensboro essential, it’s a relaxed, ingredient‑driven take on Italian‑style pizza.

A Lindley Park anchor where wood‑fired pies meet North Carolina ingredients — think collards and local meats — plus a strong beer list. Included on Eater Carolinas’ essential list, it’s neighborhood energy with destination‑worthy pizza.