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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Smoke a lil' Smoke
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Dot's Dario
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Seeker Coffee
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Crabby Abby's Restaurant and Bar
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Chance Of Sprinkles Bake Shop
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Big Lynn Lodge
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The Sprinkled Cove Coffee Bar & Bakery
Now moving to Wholesale and Direct Sales Only.Located inside Catawba River Inn, this small cafe features hot prepared drinks, baked…
English Cattle Company
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Historic Marion Tailgate Market
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Switzerland Cafe and General Store
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Flavors on Main General Store
Locally owned general store featuring foods and products created locally, regionally, or within the great state of North Carolina. You'll…
Smokey Que's
Pulled pork BBQ, ribs and more. Look for the "big barrel gun" out front, it's our smoker!Serving lunch and dinner…
Factory 29
Locally owned and proudly serving new style pub food with flair. Assembling Flavors and Crafting Cocktails in a Well Built…
Switzerland Inn and Chalet Restaurant
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Nara Express
Japanese cuisine served in a casual atmosphere, with take out and drive thru service.
Historic Orchard at Altapass
The Historic Orchard at Altapass in Little Switzerland is a must-visit from May through October! Experience music, hay rides, treats, storytelling and more!