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BEST CELLAR
BEST CELLAR
For over thirty years, The Best Cellar has been a
favorite among locals and visitors with its award
winning cuisine. Join us for a southern inspired
lunch including overstuffed meatloaf sandwich,
fried green tomato BLT and oyster po boy. Our
house made soups, salads and desserts make a
nice accompaniment to our meals. Be sure to join
us for our crowd favorite, buttermilk fried chicken
lunch on Sundays. For dinner we offer a seasonal
variety of fresh seafood, aged beef, rack of lamb
and roasted duckling. We also prepare several
nightly specials to compliment our menu. We offer
an extensive wine list. Enjoy a private evening in
our wine cellar for your intimate gathering. Inside
by the fire, or outside overlooking the lush grounds
it's an experience you are sure to enjoy. Open
year round. Valet service. Reservations requested.
203 Sunset Drive
Blowing Rock, NC 28605-1067
Telephone: 828-295-3466
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
BISTRO ROCA
BISTRO ROCA
Intelligent Choices for the Common Craving."
Complete renovation of a landmark Bar and
Restaurant in downtown Blowing Rock. Wood-fired
oven, grill, American Bistro fare, including salads,
steaks, and seafood. Featuring pizza, fresh breads
and roasted meats from our wood-fired oven.
Light menu available. Serving Lunch and Dinner
Wednesday-Monday, and Sunday Brunch. Non-Smoking
143 Wonderland Trail
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-4008
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE
AND BERT'S BAR
BLOWING ROCK GRILLE AND BERT'S BAR
Join us at the Blowing Rock Grille for an upbeat,
exciting dining experience offering a wide variety
of prices and choices. Enjoy your meal outside on
our scenic sidewalk garden courtyard or dine in
our warm and inviting atmosphere. We are located
down the street from the Park on Sunset Drive.
The restaurant has been a favorite for locals and
visitors since 1982. We serve lunch and dinner
and offer homemade soups, vegetable plates,
delicious sandwiches and salads. Try our nightly
specials along with a wonderful dinner menu
featuring fresh fish, pasta, pork, aged premium
steaks and a unique wine list. Have your favorite
beverage at Bert's Bar. We offer incredible food,
exceptional service, and memorable nights. "The
food is out of this world, and the muffins are
sensual." --stated by Paul Newman on one of his
visits.
349 Sunset Drive
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-9474
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
CANYONS
CANYONS
Stop by and experience our eclectic cuisine, drinks
entertainment, and the breathtaking views of the
Blue Ridge. Canyons of the Blue Ridge, serving
Lunch daily from 11 am to 5 pm, and Dinners daily
from 5 pm. Come join us for a wide variety of
finger foods, Sunday Jazz Brunch, Southwestern
Specialties, Platters, Sandwiches, Burgers, Soups,
Salads and Desserts. We also offer a Kids Menue
and Take-Out. Canyons offers a wide variety of
entertainment. We accept Visa, Mastercard,
American Express and Discover.
8960 Valley Blvd
Highway 321 South
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-7661
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
CRIPPEN'S RESTAURANT
CRIPPEN'S RESTAURANT
"Best Restaurant in North Carolina," Greensboro
News & Record. Certificate of Honor from James
Beard Foundation. Appeared in Country Inns,
Southern Living and New York Times. Daily
changing menu. Creative appetizers, homemade
pastas, fresh meats, game and seafood. All
desserts made on premises. Full bar and
extensive wine list. Dinner Only. Casually elegant
country inn with fireplace and parlor. Reservations
suggested.
239 Sunset Drive
Blowing Rock, NC 28605-0528
Toll-Free: (877) 295-3487
Telephone: 828-295-3487
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
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FRANKS -N- MORE
FRANKS-N-MORE! A relaxing place in downtown
Blowing Rock to stop for a quick bite to eat. We
specialize in all-beef hot dogs, but have daily
specials which are mouth watering!! We offer a
variety of soft drinks, bottled water, chips and
homemade sweets. Our food pavilion is located
in the rear courtyard of SouthMarke, just off main
street. Open May through October.
Southmarke
1179 South Main Street
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: (828) 295-8869
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
GLIDEWELL'S
GLIDEWELL'S
Come and cozy up by our warm fire place or enjoy
a nice day on our patio. While at Glidewells, you
can view art from local artists and on weekends
starting in the Summer, enjoy local performers. We
are located on Main Street in downtown Blowing
Rock. We offer new American cuisine. Kids Menu
is available.
1128 South Main Street
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: (828) 295-9683
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
KNIGHT'S ON MAIN
KNIGHT'S ON MAIN
Open all year. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The best in down home local cooking, with daily
lunch specials, and exciting dinner specials each
night. Beer and wine available. Owned and
operated by Tim Knight.
870 Main Street
Blowing Rock, NC 28605-0830
Telephone: 828-295-3869
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
KOJAY'S CAFE &
COFFEE SHOP
KOJAY'S CAFE & COFFEE SHOP
Specializing in fresh and creative choices for
breakfast and lunch, featuring a full line of
specialty coffees and signature sandwiches plus
homemade pastries and desserts. Kojay’s offers a
comfortable environment complete with covered
outdoor seating and complimentary wireless
internet. For your catering needs, choose from our
menu or work with our staff to create custom
selections that are perfect for your special
occasion.
1132 Main Street
Suite 2
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-0015
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
MELLOW MUSHROOM
MELLOW MUSHROOM
155 Sunset Dr
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: (828) 295-3399
OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
Outback Steakhouse starts fresh every day to
create the flavors that our mates crave. Best
known for grilled steaks, chicken and seafood,
Outback also offers a wide variety of crisp salads
and freshly made soups and sides. Our new
creations and grilled classics are made from
scratch daily using only the highest quality
ingredients sourced from around the world. Open
all year, every day. Dinner only. All ABC permits.
8280 Vallley Blvd.
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-6283
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
PAPA JOE'S
ITALIAN-AMERICAN RESTAURANT
PAPA JOE'S ITALIAN-AMERICAN RESTAURANT
Featuring Italian-American cuisine. Steaks,
seafood, pastas, chicken, pizzas, sandwiches and
much more. Casual dining, serving lunch and
dinner. Warm, friendly atmosphere. Comfortable
lounge with all ABC permits. Locally owned and
operated, serving the High Country since l982.
Eager and friendly staff. Open year round. Hwy.
321 by-pass.
8062 Valley Blvd
Hwy 321 Bypass
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: (828) 295-3239
PAT'S ALMOST WORLD
FAMOUS
CHEESEBURGERS GRILLE
PAT'S ALMOST WORLD FAMOUS CHEESEBURGERS GRILLE
Formerly Cheeseburgers in Paradise that was
located in Blowing Rock is now “Pat’s Almost
World Famous Cheeseburger Grille". The original
owner Patrick Hennessey decided to return to the
restaurant business and bring Pat’s
Cheeseburgers back to Blowing Rock with his
delicious, made to order, cheeseburgers with sizes
ranging from ¼ lb to a pound that we call “The
Pounder”. If you finish this delicious burger, you
get your picture taken and posted on the “wall of
fame” and a free t-shirt. We also offer 7 different
wing flavors; mild, medium, just plain hot, burn
your butt, garlic, spicy garlic and Uncle Bob’s. For
the healthy eater, we have several wraps and
salads to choose from and a soup of the day.
Come in and enjoy a beer or glass of wine and a
delicious lunch or dinner while watching your
favorite sport on one of our 6 flat screen TV’s.
We offer a fun atmosphere with friendly service
located at Shoppes on the Parkway. Now the
men have something to do while the women shop!
310 Tanger Shoppes On The Parkway
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: (828) 295-0211
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
PSSGHETTI'S INC.
PSSGHETTI'S INC.
Fresh pasta made before your eyes. Gourmet
Italian/American cuisine prepared in our "Show
Kitchen". Menu featuring something for everyone,
from fresh pasta with sauces created from "Old
Country" recipes to seafood, char-grilled steaks
and lamb. Enjoy fresh baked bread and finish your
meal with homemade Italian desserts. Daily lunch
specials. Open year round with a comfortable
lounge offering full bar service. Conveniently
located on Hwy 321 North in Blowing Rock.
7179 Valley Blvd.
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-9855
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
RESTAURANT G
RESTAURANT G
Enjoy an evening of fine dining. Intimate dining
room with beautiful views of the mountains. Wine
and beer available. Reservations a must.
202 Gideon Ridge Road
Blowing Rock, NC 28605-1929
Telephone: 828-295-3644
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
SIX PENCE PUB
SIX PENCE PUB
In the heart of Blowing Rock you will find a bit of
England at the Six Pence Pub. We feature
traditional American fare, homemade soups, and
British specialties such as Bangers & Mash,
Shepherds Pie, Beef Guinness & Mushroom pie,
and Pot Roast to rival your Mums! Meet your
friends at this congenial British Pub where you can
enjoy a relaxing lunch, dinner or your favorite
import beer, wine, or cocktail. Open year round,
serving late night!
1121 Main Street
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-3155
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
SLEDGEHAMMER CHARLIE'S
SLEDGEHAMMER CHARLIE'S
Great Food! Great Friends! Great Fun!
Sledgehammer Charlie's Smokehouse and Grill
features an expansive menu that truly has
something for everyone. Hickory smoked BBQ,
Baby Back Ribs, Beef Brisket, Rotisserie Chicken,
Wings and more! We also offer an array of fresh
salads and sandwiches, as well as wood-fired
burgers, burritos and amazing appetizers! Our full
service bar offers a unique specialty drink menu
and good microbrew selection. Outside dining
available. Open 7 days a week for lunch and
dinner.
8146 Valley Blvd
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: (828) 295-9092
SPECKLED TROUT
SPECKLED TROUT
Since 1986. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Year
round 7 days a week. Serving breakfast and lunch
until 3pm, dinner 5-9. Specialty sandwiches,
chicken pot pie, fresh mountain trout, certified
Angus Beef, fresh seafood, baby back ribs and
much more. MC, Visa, AMEX. All ABC permits.
Reservations accepted for dinner.
922 Main Street
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-9819
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
STORIE STREET GRILLE
STORIE STREET GRILLE
Outstanding food. Gracious service. Sophisticated,
yet comfortable surroundings. Storie Street Grille
provides a culinary feast that’s a favorite of
Blowing Rock locals and visitors. Located on Main
Street, the Grille serves lunch and dinner Monday
through Saturday. For lunch, try one of our
signature salads, gourmet sandwiches or
“comfortable” plates of meat and vegetables. For
dinner, choose from our Mediterranean-inspired
selection of fresh fish and seafood, aged premium
beef, duck, pork and pasta.
1167 Main Street
Blowing Rock, NC 28605-2089
Telephone: 828-295-7075
SUBWAY
SUBWAY
Open 7 days a week year round. Specializing in
custom built sandwiches and salads. Enjoy our
outdoor seating and friendly service.
7957 Valley Blvd.
Blowing Rock, NC 28605-1724
Telephone: 828-295-7827
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
THE MANOR HOUSE
RESTAURANT AT
CHETOLA RESORT
THE MANOR HOUSE RESTAURANT AT CHETOLA RESORT
The Manor House Restaurant at Chetola Resort
specializes in fresh mountain specialties and
continental cuisine. Your dining experience is
enhanced by the beautiful surroundings and décor
that reflects the grace and style of the early 1900s.
Located on the main level of the historic Bob
Timberlake Inn at Chetola Resort, this elegantly
restored 1846 estate house features dining in
three vintage dining rooms or on the veranda
overlooking Chetola Lake.
185 Chetola Lake Dr.
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Toll-Free: (800) 243-8652
Telephone: 828-295-5505
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
TWIGS
TWIGS
Fine dining in a cozy mountain atmosphere.
Specializing in an array of dishes of the highest
quality including crab cakes, filet mignon, duck
breast and mountain trout. The bar area features a
fireplace and wooden bar stools. Bar also serves
dinner nightly and hosts bands every Wednesday,
Friday and Saturday. Extensive wine list and all
ABC permits. Owned and operated by brothers
David and Doug Beach. Reservations suggested.
7956 Valley Blvd.
Blowing Rock, NC 28605-2030
Telephone: 828-295-5050
VILLAGE CAFE
VILLAGE CAFE
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Enjoy breakfast, brunch, and lunch in the garden
or our turn-of-the-century home. Open at 8:00 am
serving breakfast and brunch all day. Lunch begins
at 11:00 am. Follow the stone pathway beside
Kilwin's Chocolates & Ice Cream on Main Street.
Your hosts: Annie and Andy Whatley. Closed
Mondays. Reservations available.
Main Street
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-3769
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
WOODLANDS BARBECUE
WOODLANDS BARBECUE
Featuring chopped and sliced beef and pork, ribs
and chicken. Wide selection of sandwiches and
Mexican food available. Daily specials, lounge,
wide screen TV and nightly entertainment. Hours
11am - 12am. Kitchen closes 10pm. Carry-out
service and catering available.
8304 Valley Blvd
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-295-3651
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
In the Area
CHICK-FIL-A AT BOONE
CHICK-FIL-A AT BOONE
Blowing Rock Road in Boone. Serving the original
chicken sandwich, chicken Chargrill sandwich,
great salads, kid's meals, desserts and our famous
lemonade and sweet tea. Indoor playground. Open
6:30 am- 10 pm Monday through Saturday. Closed
on Sunday. Closed on Thanksgiving and
Christmas day.
2082 Blowing Rock Road
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-264-4660
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
GAMEKEEPER RESTAURANT
GAMEKEEPER RESTAURANT
Winner of the 2010 Fire on the Rock Chef
Challenge.The Gamekeeper is a AAA 4 Diamond
destination recommended by the Charlotte
Observer, Blue Ridge magazine, Smokey Mtn
Living, Southern Living and Gourmet . Serving
Dinner nightly at 6PM, bar opens at 5pm. Sunday
Brunch 11 to 2. Catering Available. Please call for
reservations.
3005 Shull's Mill Rd
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-963-7400
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
MAST FARM INN RESTAURANT
MAST FARM INN RESTAURANT
Experience fireside or terrace dining at The Mast
Farm Inn in historic Valle Crucis. Choose from an
a la carte menu featuring farm fresh, organic
produce and meats presented in the style of
Contemporary Regional Cuisine. Now offering a
choice of fine wines and beer with your dinner or
with appetizers in the new Aunt Josie's Espresso
and Wine Bar. Dinner schedule varies seasonally.
Reservations suggested. Private parties by special
arrangement. Chef Matt Johnston.
2543 Broadstone Road
Valle Crucis, NC 28691
Toll-Free: (888) 963-5857
Telephone: 828-963-5857
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
PAOLUCCI'S ITALIAN
BAR & GRILL
PAOLUCCI'S ITALIAN BAR & GRILL
783 West King Street
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: (828) 268-7525
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
PEDDLER RESTAURANT
PEDDLER RESTAURANT
Since 1968, the Peddler Steak House has been
serving the high country the finest-quality steaks
and seafood, accompanied by a gourmet salad bar
Features include the Peddler rib-eye steak,
presented and cut at your table. Open daily at 5
pm.
1972 Blowing Rock Rd
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-264-4433
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
ROWLANDS AT
WESTGLOW RESORT
AND SPA
ROWLANDS AT WESTGLOW RESORT AND SPA
Welcome to Rowland’s, the restaurant at
Westglow Resort & Spa, where we pride ourselves
in the art of fine cuisine. Rowland’s features an
indulgent menu with a wealth of decadent choices
to tempt the palate as well as a spa menu for the
health conscious. Our dinner menu is
accompanied by a selection of the finest wines,
champagnes and cocktails. Luscious desserts and
liqueurs are on hand for a sweet finish. Rowland’s
is open every evening to spa members, resort
guests and the public.
2845 Highway 221 South
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Toll-Free: (800) 562-0807
Telephone: (828) 295-4463
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
STICK BOY BREAD CO.,
INC.
STICK BOY BREAD CO., INC.
If you are looking for a real bakery and coffee shop
you don't have to look far. Stick Boy offers fresh
breads, pastries, and desserts along with a full
espresso bar and real fruit smoothies. Come in for
a cinnamon roll and cappucino in the morning or
try our focaccia bread for lunch. Open Mon-Fri
7am to 6:30pm and Saturday from 7am to 5:30pm
345 Hardin St. (Hwy 321)
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-268-9900
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member
THE TABLE AT CRESTWOOD
THE TABLE AT CRESTWOOD
Enjoy our Sophisticated Southern Cuisine,
exceptionally unique atmosphere and breathtaking
views that span from Grandfather Mountain to
Hound Ears and beyond. Indoor/Outdoor seating,
full ABC permits and plenty of hassle-free parking.
Public Welcome. Open 7 days a week. Bar fare
begins at 4:30 p.m. Dinner menu starts at 5:30 p.m
3236 Shulls Mill Rd
Blowing Rock, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-963-1417
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce Member

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