Why Locals Love KFC
Located at 30 Shuford Rd in Columbus, NC, the KFC restaurant offers a comforting and familiar fast food experience centered around their world-renowned chicken. Specializing in a variety of chicken styles—Original Recipe®, Extra Crispy™, and Kentucky Grilled®—KFC provides a deliciously satisfying menu that is sure to please anyone craving classic Southern flavors with a modern twist.
The menu highlights standout dishes such as the 2 pc. Drum & Thigh Combo, featuring tender, juicy chicken perfectly seasoned and fried or grilled to your preference. Each combo comes with a warm biscuit, a freshly baked cookie, and a choice of one side—from creamy Mac & Cheese to savory Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, or crunchy Cole Slaw—paired ideally with a refreshing medium drink like Pepsi or Mountain Dew. For those looking for more substantial options, the Big Box Meals serve up generous portions, providing three pieces of expertly cooked chicken alongside two sides of your choice.
One can’t overlook the limited-time offerings such as the Crispy Colonel Fill Up, a crispy sandwich bursting with flavor, served alongside your preferred side and a sweet cookie dessert that perfectly rounds out the meal. The attention to condiment preferences (like removing pickles and mayo) further showcases KFC’s dedication to personalizing every guest’s dining experience.
Dining at this KFC location means stepping into a clean, welcoming atmosphere where customer service reflects genuine Southern hospitality. Catherine’s glowing review about the friendly new employee, Mercedes, and the well-maintained restroom speaks volumes about the team’s commitment to comfort and cleanliness—an often overlooked but telling aspect of a restaurant’s quality.
Though service can sometimes lean toward a slower pace, as noted by locals, the freshness and flavor of the food never disappoint. Romer’s appreciation of Beth’s excellent service after a long drive highlights how the staff at this KFC make each visit a warm, pleasant experience. Meanwhile, Brenda acknowledges the slightly higher prices but admits the quality and friendliness make the occasional treat worthwhile.
All in all, this KFC in Columbus provides a reliable spot to indulge in bold, crave-worthy chicken dishes amidst a clean environment and amiable service. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or a comforting meal after a busy day, this location stands out as a dependable choice for fans of classic Southern fried chicken and fast food favorites.
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What Makes This Place Friendly
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
- Family friendly
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Real Reviews from the Community
- Mar 6, 2026
New employee Mercedes was friendly and lovely. Great asset to KFC team in Columbus, NC. Restroom was clean. I always judge a restaurant by its restroom !
- Feb 27, 2026
Okay, it just might be impossible to top a KFC combined WITH a Taco Bell. In fact, they should have them combined in every single one of their locations. I am in love with the possibility that exists in a meal including a KFC Zinger AND Nacho Fries, y'all. The people have spoken (or at least this one has) and make this happen YUM! Brands. Service here was prompt and the food was fresh. When they were out of a certain product, they finished a new batch and brought them to the table piping hot. They also had a young lady greeting people at the door and thanking us as we left. It was a great experience! I will admit the location here was a little baffling, if only because of the road construction and detour. Be warned, if you take the off-ramp heading towards Asheville on I-26, you will have to drive about four miles out of the way to get back around to I-26. That would probably be my only complaint, as the food was great, the options were somewhat limitless, and the service was impeccable. I love KFC. I love Taco Bell. I love this combination concept.
- Feb 18, 2026
Like all KFC's it's pretty slow service, but like all taco Bell's it's pretty delicious when you finally do get it.
- Feb 10, 2026
The food is good and the staff friendly. The prices are a bit high so we don't get to go very often. We enjoy it when we do get to go
- Feb 8, 2026
EXCELLENT SERVICE CLEAN PLACE NICE FOOD! After our very long drive, BETH made us feel really COMFORTABLE dining in this location!
- Jan 29, 2026
There is a tremendous change for the better happening at the KFC in Columbus. Quick and thorough drive-thru service for you when you are in a rush. Polite and caring personnel, who quickly serve your order with a smile and polite words. The managers are so very polite if ever you have a problem that the cashiers cannot solve. They do provide Veteran and Senior discounts.
- Jan 3, 2026
This KC is one of our favorite ones. It is located in Columbus, NC, a nice drive down from Hendersonville,NC. It is also combined with aTac Bell Resturant so you can have ether type of food or both! The resturant is clean and the staff nice and the chicken consistently good.
- Nov 29, 2025
Seemed to be pretty good for a fast food place and they got the order right and friendly employees!