Eat
Enjoy the local flavors of the Blue Ridge Mountains! When you’ve worked up an appetite from hiking, biking or shopping, it’s time to pull up a chair at one of our local restaurants or cafes.
Find places to eat that serve up traditional American and Southern cuisine, from hotdogs and hamburgers to barbecue and traditional diner fare. Take the whole family out for pizza, or enjoy a casual meal at a burrito joint or TexMex restaurant.
Have a sweet tooth? Start your morning at the donut shop. Check out cookies and cupcakes at a local bakery, and cool off on a hot day with a delicious and decadent scoop of ice cream. Look for sweet bubble teas and locally roasted coffee.
Feeling thirsty? The Blue Ridge brewery scene is hopping! Ask for a tasting flight to sample several styles of local craft beers, or order up a pint to raise a toast to your mountain adventure.
Beyond beer, local wineries, meaderies and distilleries produce delicious craft beverages. Some offer tastings, tours and even live music. And be sure to pair of your sips with a bite of artisan cheese or honey produced right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Check out these places to eat as you plan your next visit.
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PG Produce/TC Farms
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Burrito Bros Mexican Restaurant
Two brothers doing what they love with amazing people. Authentic Mexican cuisine, where everything is made from scratch!
Sharon's Cafe
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Mica Town Brewing Nebo
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English Farmstead Cheese
Visit English Farmstead Cheese in Marion, NC, a quaint shop that offers a variety of cheeses and local fare. All cheeses are crafted from milk produced on-site!
Las Salsas
Open daily for lunch and dinner, Las Salsas is a local favorite and as the name states, offers multiple salsas! …
Marion Tailgate Market
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Mi Morelia
Delicious, authentic Mexican flavors with full service menu, bar and buffet. Save room for dessert. Friendly and fast service seven…
Eddie's Pasta and Pizza
Eddie's offers all of your favorite pizza, sandwiches, pasta and salads using fresh ingredients. Order pizza by the slice, too!
Historic Orchard at Altapass
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Dot's Dario
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Napales Mexican Grill
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Copper Creek Distillery
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Ingenious Coffee Roasters
Ingenious Coffee Roasters is doing it all! You'll find them in downtown Marion's 310 District serving up delicious hot and…
Black Beary's Cafe
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GoGo's Handcrafted Cinnamon Rolls
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