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Bistro Roca and Antlers Bar
Bistro Roca and Antlers Bar

Bistro Roca and Antlers Bar Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.BistroRoca.com
  • Email: Host@BistroRoca.com
  • Phone: (828) 295-4008
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch: Wednesday - Monday: 11:30am - 2:30pm; Dinner: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday - Friday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm, Saturday: 5:30pm - 10:30pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: American, Continental
  • Executive Chef: Michael Foreman
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Fireplace, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Private Party Facilities: Private dining room for up to 14 at one table and up to 20 at multiple tables.

Getting there

  • Parking: Private Lot
A word from Bistro Roca and Antlers Bar
One of Blowing Rock's most popular restaurants, Bistro Roca serves inventive American Bistro cuisine from Chef Seth Parker in a rustic yet elegant setting. Bistro Roca's superb staff combines efficient service with gracious hospitality and will delight you with a great selection of wines and mixed… drinks from Antlers Bar.Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
  • Diners' Choice WinnerAmerican
  • Diners' Choice WinnerGreat for Lunch
Diner Reviews
  • "My daughter and I went to Bisto Roca Bistro Roca came highly recommended by the Westglow as well as friends who frequent Blowing Rock. the service was very slow! our waiter was not very attentive. We tried to catch his attention on more than one occasion and it was if he was trying not to attend to us. My food was delicious! I ordered the chef special. My daughter wanted a hamburger. She ordered it medium well. it was so cooked that the edges were not even edible. WE asked a family how their experience at Bisto Roca They (wife, husband and duaghter) said their service was good and their steak was big but very "fatty." They were not very impressed with the food. so..................there you have it. Scale of 1-5, i give it a 2.5"
    Dined on 3/3/2014
  • "Bistro Roca is just a few steps from downtown Blowing Rock but once there you feel you've arrived at a mountain retreat restaurant. Their menu is incredible and the food is as well."
    Dined on 3/2/2014
  • "A friend of ours had recommended this place and it did not disappoint - food was very good and our waiter was fantastic. We will definitely go back when in Blowing Rock area!"
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "Blowing Rock and surrounding area has numerous fine restaurants, but the Bistro remains a favorite. It has great food, genuinely friendly and skilled wait staff, and just the right rustic "mountain", yet elegant ambiance."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "Not sure why all the fuss. Over priced, poor service, mediocre food. Great atmosphere though."
    Dined on 2/23/2014
  • "Although we have lived in the area many years, this was our first time for dining at Bistro Roca. What a pleasant surprise it was. The The handsome oak panelling, lighting, bar, patio, and dining area created an immediate feeling of warmth and relaxed ambience. The service was excellent from the time we were greeted upon entry through the meal, dessert, and exit. The menu was varied with salads, appetizers, and entrees that were tasty variants of familiar dishes that incorporated significant proportions of locally sourced ingredients. Our food was attractively plated, of excellent taste, ample quantity, and very reasonably priced. We plan to return often and look forward to bringing guests with us in the near future."
    Dined on 2/23/2014
  • "The Special was trio of pork dishes, tamale, pork loin and pork belly. Outstanding!!! Hope this dish becomes a regular!"
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "We always enjoy coming here to our favorite Blowing Rock restaurant! Never disappointed."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "I eat at nicer restaurants throughout the US including NYC. This was 1 of the best dining experiences I have enjoyed during the past 12 months."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "My husband and I spent a romantic Valentines weekend in Blowing Rock. We were at the local coffee shop and asked for a restaurant recommendation. He immediately recommended Bistro Roca. He said the food was excellent and reasonably priced. He then proceeded to recommend some of the dishes. We were not disappointed. It was off of the main drag and nestled on a neighborhood side street. That was ultra cool. As we entered, we were greeted by friendly, happy employees. The ambiance was terrific. There was the faint smell of wood burning in the fireplace. The lighting was perfect. It was very nice, but not pretentious. Our waiter was personable and the food was excellent. Next time we go to Blowing Rock, we will eat at Bistro Roca!"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "The servers genuinely cared about providing a wonderful dining experience for their patrons. They worked as a team. No one missed a beat and the food was delectable. We even noticed and appreciated the balanced silverware! I will definitely be back when I'm in the area again."
    Dined on 2/10/2014
  • "Warm and mountain but really tasteful inside; I couldn't believe it was 8 years old. The bar is decorated with photos from professional shoots of Blowing Rock local pet dogs; really creative idea. The kids (7 and 4) both found choices they enjoyed. I had the Brussels sprout salad; so tasty and such a nice alternative to a classic salad. Flavor was great and I liked the "warm" salad idea. (Hadn't seen that in years.) Husband had the wedge and said it was perfect. Very attentive service. Pacing was great. Seats comfy. Upscale place settings."
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "We enjoyed our meals so much. We had the eggplant frites appetizer, which was yummy. We really enjoyed the short ribs manicotti as well. The meals were interesting, delicious and filling. We felt like it was a great value for our money and will definitely be back when we're in Blowing Rock."
    Dined on 2/7/2014
  • "Brunch was delicious! I highly recommend the steak and frites. All the desserts are wonderful as well."
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "Everything was really great we were pleasantly surprised by the great food and good prices. I didn't know pork could taste so good!"
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "Treasures are usually hidden. This restaurant is a Jewel, a prize. Bistro Roca is a worthy prize. Discover it for yourself, but remember, it's a secret. Shhh!"
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "This is our second trip to the restarurant. We visited last year at the recommendation of locals. We were diappointed at the food quality. We decided to try the resturant again this year.. Again, we were disappointed in the food quality. The location, atmosphere, and staff are superb. ."
    Dined on 2/6/2014
  • "Everything was fabulous. We enjoyed our visit very much and will return when we are in the area again."
    Dined on 2/2/2014
  • "Different fusion for your taste buds, food was awesome will go again"
    Dined on 2/2/2014
  • "Perhaps Blowing Rock's 'go to' first choice. Food never disappoints and attention to special request on Open Table is always noted and every attempt is made to give us the table we prefer. Very accommodating waitstaff who are knowledgeable with the wines. So popular if you can get a reservation go try the New Public House on Sunset. It is marvelous too."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "This was our 2nd time there - delicious entrees on both visits, appetizer and desserts only OK. Loved the atmosphere, but a bit noises this second visit. The staff was very helpful, and gave us good service. Parking outside this establishment is usually difficult. This has to be about, around, or approximately fifty words by now!"
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "our favorite! wonderful food and ambiance. Best bar."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "We were celebrating my daughters birthday so she brought some of her college friends along. The food was simply delicious and service outstanding. Our waiter made the girls feel most comfortable with menu options."
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "Dinner was delicious!! Our waiter was fantastic. He remembered that we were celebrating a special occasion without being reminded!! Awesome time!!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "As a resident of the town, I would go there more often if the menu offerings weren't so exotic and if there were more casual food choices. It has great ambience and the wait staff usually does a pretty good job, but I think they could do better with the menu."
    Dined on 1/19/2014
  • "My wife and I took our son, a student at App State, to this restaurant for his birthday. We had reservations. We were met at the door and immediately seated in the sunroom near the fire place. Our waiter, Alex, soon took our drink orders. He came back later to take food orders. He took time explaining different items and making suggestions. All our food was very good. This was not our first time at the Bistro Roca and we certainly return."
    Dined on 1/26/2014
  • "Bistro Roca never fails me in quality of food and ambiance."
    Dined on 1/24/2014
  • "Dined at the restaurant for my friend's birthday. We were seated promptly and courteously after being asked if we wished to sit inside or in the enclosed outside area; we chose the latter because the wait person said it would be less noisy; she was right. The enclosed space was heated--open gas fireplace with a blower that came on and off periodically--a bit noisy but okay. Prompt service; not extensive wine list but still good. Figs appetizer was very good; salad sampler was sufficient for two and the trout was outstanding. Overall, my friend enjoyed her birthday dinner very much. Our only complaint is limited and awkward parking and poor lighting outside the building--broken pavement-- someone could easily fall and be seriously injured."
    Dined on 1/20/2014
  • "Had visitors in town.. brought them to Bistro Roca … and it was a perfect choice! Menu meets everyone's tastes.. pizza , mac and cheese, fabulous fish special, pork rib eye to name a few delivered to our table. Just one of our absolute favorites in BR.."
    Dined on 1/20/2014
  • "We are a family of 6 and Bistro Roca was our favorite restaurant. the problem...the prices went up (nothing under $20) except burgers and the portions went down! 7 fries with my burger..yes 7! and a HUGE bowl of ketchup IN my plate! Perfect way to loose customers.... Pizza for children are getting smaller...$5 ok but we have to buy 2! We LOVED the old Bistro Rocca, where most plates were $18-$25 and where the fries (thin or not) were more abundant."
    Dined on 1/19/2014
  • "We usually very much enjoy dining here. During our last visit, we were not able to finish one course before the next course arrived. We felt like the kitchen was cooking to their convenience and not our experience. We will return many times I'm sure."
    Dined on 1/5/2014
  • "The huevos ranchero is excellent. This place is consistent, friendly, and food is always good. We are there about once a week! Love the specialty cocktails and the magician stopping by the table was really good and humorous."
    Dined on 1/19/2014
  • "We love going to Bistro Roca. The food is excellent. The atmosphere is warm, friendly and inviting. We just went back this past Sunday for Brunch and even though it was totally unexpected and had never happened before, we enjoyed the talents of a wonderful magician who went table to table."
    Dined on 1/19/2014
  • "Great place to dine with friends. Everything on the menu is excellent!"
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Sat on the covered porch this time, as it is a little quieter than the main dining room. The fireplace adds to the atmosphere as does the reduced lighting. Food was excellent, the wine list is not overly long but has some nice selections. Always has been a nice experience."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "The food / ambience and service wqs Wonderful! My man and i went there for a Special occasion and were Very pleased!"
    Dined on 1/16/2014
  • "This place always delivers! We come here any chance we get! Creative but always consistant. My parents (in their 80's) wanted to drive to the mountains for lunch. I sent them here and they loved it as well."
    Dined on 11/10/2013
  • "Had the huevos rancheros and it was delicious. Everyone enjoyed their brunch items and we cannot wait to return. Bistro Roca is doing a great job, and they just need to keep it up..."
    Dined on 1/12/2014
  • "Bistro Roca is our favorite place in the area. Atmosphere is warm and inviting. Aromas from the wood fired oven delicious and cozy. Outstanding and inventive fare. What more could you want?"
    Dined on 1/12/2014
  • "Great updated menu. Shared the crab cakes and encrusted salmon. Excellent."
    Dined on 1/11/2014
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Diners' Choice Awards
  • Asheville / W. North Carolina Winners
  • Best Ambiance
  • American
  • Great for Lunch
  • Neighborhood Gem
  • Most Booked
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