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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Famous Louise's Rock House Restaurant
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The Chalet at the Switzerland Inn
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Mama's Country Kitchen -Nebo
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Countryside BBQ
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Roma's Italian Restaurant
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Marion Lake Club Golf Course & Slices Bistro
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PG Produce/TC Farms
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Blanton House & Venue
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Golden Hour Charcuterie
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Historic Orchard at Altapass
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The Fowl Play Pub & Taproom
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The Scream
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Keeper's Cut Meadery
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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!
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,…