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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Sharon's Cafe
Old fashioned, southern style food and cafe serving breakfast and lunch between 7:00 am and 3:00 pm. Stop by soon,…
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…
Dot's Dario
Dot's is a local favorite, recently featured in Our State Magazine! This ice cream shop has been around for decades…
Refinery 13
Refinery 13 in historic downtown Marion is the perfect place for family-friendly dining and drinks! Stop in to taste local craft beverages and more!
Jalapeno's Fresh Grill
Authentic Tex-Mex cuisine, locally owned restaurant with meeting facilities and catering services.
Marion Tailgate Market
Opened in 2007, Marion's Tailgate Market has supplied regional residents with fresh produce, cheeses, meats and baked goods. The market…
Shops at Switzerland Inn
The Shops at Switzerland Inn offers some of the best, most unique seasonal shopping in the area, with a wide selection of handmade goods from local artisans!
Bruce's Fabulous Foods
Popular, award winning, local lunch counter and restaurant located on Main Street in Marion. Bruce's Fabulous Foods has been open…
Headwaters Kitchen
Variety of your favorite breakfast and lunch items plus specialty dishes like Shakshuka breakfast stew! Open 8-2. Breakfast all day.…
Roma's Italian Restaurant
Roma Restaurant is celebrating their 10th Anniversary in Nebo, North Carolina, close to Lake James and Lake James State Park.…
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!
Switzerland Inn and Chalet Restaurant
Switzerland Inn is a seasonal destination set in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina within a historic, Swiss-inspired…
Silver Fork Winery
Silver Fork Winery’s beautiful tasting room and grounds provide a breathtaking view overlooking our vineyards and the majestic South Mountains.…
GoGo's Handcrafted Cinnamon Rolls
This locally owned cinnamon roll bakery began in a home kitchen, known as Nothin' Fancy. They were so popular, the…
Miller Business Complex
Local shops and businesses all under one roof, featuring a skating rink, ladies clothing boutique, comic book shop, bakery, a…
J. Hartman's Restaurant
Mouthwatering food, made specifically to your liking, with indoor and outdoor seating. The menu features a variety of salads and…