How is Artisanal Restaurant restaurant rated?

Name: Artisanal Restaurant
Address: 1200 Dobbins Rd, Banner Elk, NC, United States, 28604
Telephone: (828) 898-5395
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

Artisanal Restaurant

4.9

1605 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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Artisanal Restaurant is open seasonally from May-October end. Contemporary American Fine Dining in a rustic yet elegant environment. Innovative and progressive thinking in a farm to table approach, only working with the highest quality ingredients. This warm environment offers the best food and wine with excellent service. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Private dining room adjacent to the wine cellar available for events. The only available menu is a pre-fix style, with 2-3 choices per course, $95/ guest. We do not offer a kids menu however kids prepared to order off our pre-fix menu are welcome. Our Dress Code is Business Casual. Collared shirts are required, jackets are preferred but not required for men. No shorts, distressed jeans, hoodies, hats, or sandals/flip flops. Please dress comfortably for the weather for outside seating. For our Allergy policy and menu choices, please go to artisanalnc.com

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
Phone number
(828) 898-5395
Website
http://www.artisanalnc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Bill Greene
Private party facilities
Our private dining room is located adjacent to the wine cellar. For smaller events, 16 or less, the cellar is the best option. For larger parties, up to 65 guests, a restaurant buy-out is an option. Minimums are required for events. Fixed menus are planned with the chef to accommodate guest preferences.
Private party contact
Anita Greene: (828) 898-5395

Location
1200 Dobbins Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604
Neighborhood
Banner Elk
Cross street
Hwy 184
Parking details
Valet Parking
Entertainment
Entertainment may be available on occasions
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Vietnamese Cherry Smoked Pork Ribs
Asian Cucumber Slaw, Tamarind Barbecue, Pistachio
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare*
Crispy Rice, Spiced Mushroom Relish, White Truffle Shoyu
Springhouse Lettuces & Prosciutto di Parma
Butternut Squash Chips, Roasted Peppers, Harissa Cucumbers, Parmesan, Herb Vinaigrette
Fettucine Bolognese with Oxtail
Roasted Tomato Sauce, Maitake Mushrooms, Spinach & Parmesan
Warm Brussels Salad with English Stilton
Roasted Carrots, Grilled Escarole, Pickled Red Onion, Balsamic Reduction, Marcona Almonds
Lobster in Phyllo with Shiitakes & Truffles
Roasted Carrot & Chili Purée, Napa Slaw Escabeche & Parmesan

Mains

Duck Two Ways
Smoked Crispy Breast & Confit Cabbage Dumplings, Napa Cabbage with Benton's Bacon, Hoisin Glaze
Sea Bass*
Lobster Tortellini, Bok Choy, Lemongrass Tamari Broth
Veal Osso Bucco
Potato Mousseline, Cipollinis, Tomato Relish, Bone Marrow Bordelaise
Grilled Lamb Tenderloin Dijonnaise
Kabocha Squash Purée, Wilted Spinach with Roasted Peppers, Apple Agrodolce
Halibut*
Potato Blini, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Haricot Verts, Fried Leeks, Sherried Mushrooms
Antarctic Salmon*
Harissa Lemon Dill Squash Cake, Smoked Cauliflower Cream, Fried Parsnips, Acorn Squash
6oz Filet Mignon
Spinach Pudding, Fingerlings, Local Squash, Bordelaise

Desserts

Pimento Cheese Scones
Sorghum Butter & Pepper Relish ($12 Supplement)
Pommes Frites
Smoked Benton's Bacon Powder, Truffle Oil ($12 Supplement)

What 1,605 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Overall
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Food
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Service
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Ambiance
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Value
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Innovative
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Great for fine wines
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Romantic
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Good for special occasions
Asheville / Western North Carolina
American

1,605 Reviews

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LillianF
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best meals our family has had Our waitress Paige was wonderful The ambience is mountain elegance.
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RollynO
Raleigh
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a wonderful experience. The ambiance is beautiful, the food is wonderful and the service was impeccable. Knowing it was our anniversary, they brought is complimentary champagne. It was incredible from start to finish.
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Erin
Tampa
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We absolutely loved Artisanal. From the gorgeous ambiance to the amazing food and service, it was perfect!
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donna
Charleston
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Each meal we select in the 3 course list was done to perfection.
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BarbaraR
Orlando
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, meal was outstanding and service impeccable.
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was simply AMAZING! Great spot for any celebration.
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DonnaK
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always make reservations in the fall for Artisanal. The food is beautifully prepared and delicious~every course. The staff go above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of. We are looking forward to our next visit in 2024.
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billr
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Artisanal is the best restaurant in the state! We have been going there for the past 10 years, and we have never been disappointed with the the delicious food or the impeccable service. We refer to a meal there as a dining experience. We'll be back in the spring!
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mariaprama
Raleigh
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful meal at Artisan--two vegetarians and a carnivore left very satisfied. Beautiful setting, amazing kitchen, worthy of any star chef, formal service. The food was extraordinary.
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Hath101
Atlanta Metro
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely amazing. The halibut and sea bass were perfection.
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SusanM
Atlanta Metro
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An excellent meal and great staff! I enjoyed my fall pear salad and boullaibasse with halibut, plus chocolate pear tart. Delicious all around!
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DeniseM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best restaurant in the mountains. It was our first time and we will go back next summer for sure. Excellent food, impeccable service and gorgeous place!
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MikeyD
Charlotte
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Artisanal is always fabulous. It is such an experience and the food and service is excellent. Can’t wait until next season!
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ALR6
Miami
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A wonderful experience in a beautiful venue and location. Food was delicious and meticulously presented! Elegant but not stuffy! It’s ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ on every metric! Our server as well as the sommelier were personable, kind and efficient! And meeting the owner was a nice additional treat! Thoroughly enjoyed our evening!
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LindaC
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner was delicious. We wish you would stay open through December!
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anneb
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing restaurant from the location to the architecture of the place , to the excellent service and finally to the most exquisite food.. to be highly recommended.
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SusanS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A delicious dinner! Bring your wine palate to get full experience of full wine cellar. Highly recommend
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MattM
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was, hands down, one of the best dining experiences I have ever had. Some people might say the menu is limited, or that it was very expensive, and they are correct. The thing is, its done that way on purpose and for good reason. The limited menu is so the chefs can concentrate on perfecting every meal, and they succeeded. It is expensive? Of course it is, its not Applebee's. This is a place for fine dining, but they pull it off in a way where you do not feel out of place if you have never been to a fine dining establishment before. The ambiance, the service, the actual dining area itself; all of it was impeccable and I can not wait for another big occasion to come around so I have excuse to go back.
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KevinS
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just an outstanding restaurant. The setting is amazing, the building is a work of art, as is the food. Service is impeccable. My favorite restaurant in NC!
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Sparkle
Charleston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Outstanding as usual! quality of food ambiance etc amazing
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FLresident
New Orleans
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was one of the finest restaurants I’ve ever been to. The food was outstanding and our server, Eric was superb.
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JulieB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was extremely delicious and lovely! We will be back on our next visit. Definitely worth your time and money - don’t miss it!
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AxevilleAmy
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an outstanding experience! From valet, service, drink, food and overall vibe. Mandy was our server and she was incredible. Great personality, helpful suggestions and incredibly attentive. And we were celebrating a birthday and we picked the perfect place. This is one of the most memorable dining experiences we have ever had. So worth the splurge.
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lisah
Hawaii
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful place with amazing food and excellent service
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food. Would like to see more variety on the food choices.
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ROM837
Dallas
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Artisinal is one of our favorite restaurants and we’ve enjoyed food from all over the USA!! The service, food, attention to details and the ambiance is all to perfection!! We take our friends and family there when they come to visit us! Everyone loves it! It’s a very special place!!!!
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TomC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing meal and service. 4th time this season. Look forward to returning. Excellent evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unique experience in the heart of the mountains, really second to none in everything you would expect in fine dining !!
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ToddH
Charlotte
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience5
Have not been there in a few years. They’ve gone to a price fix menu which doesn’t give you any options. It’s just not the way that it used to be. Was really the best restaurant in North Carolina but now it’s just overpriced and OK. Desserts were not edible.
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BrynH
Raleigh
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Exceptional service and a culinary delight. Definitely a must go to if in Banner Elk!
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JosephT
Indiana
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The remote location adds to the beauty and ambiance of this restaurant. With a full view of the kitchen, we were impressed by how calm and smoothly the kitchen was managed. The wait staff is very attentive and professional. The food is AMAZING! This restaurant is in my top 5 for overall dining experiences.
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Stacy
Charleston
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible. From A to Z, everything was perfection.
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Martha
Raleigh
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect in every way. Food, staff and location are perfect.
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Curt
Jacksonville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very creative menu that won’t disappoint the most seasoned quest. Staff was dedicated to creating the perfect experience for each quest personally. Pricing was in line with the experience.
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Diner
Atlanta Metro
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our second time visiting Artisinal and it did not disappoint. The food was incredible, fresh and well prepared. The drinks also very good. The staff attentive (maybe a little too much) but we did not feel rushed. No doubt we will be back!
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DianeM
West Palm Beach
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best service and food experience. Lovely patio seating.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best dining experiences we have ever had. Everything was amazing. Pricey, but well worth it.
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foodforthought
Greensboro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our best meals in North Carolina. We will definitely be back. Service was up to Michelin standards, the food was amazing. Jeff, the Sommelier made an outstanding recommendation that worked so well with the menu. Do not hesitate to ask for his help. He knows his wine list and will not steer you wrong. Might be the best restaurant in the state.
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MaryB
Western NC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a fabulous evening at Artisanal. The service by Eric and all the wait staff was exceptional. Food and service were done to perfection. A splendid evening overall!!!
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aeswes
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate on the porch. The heaters were on. It was lovely.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Artisanal Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 1605 OpenTable diners.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

1200 Dobbins Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Hwy 184
Neighborhood
Banner Elk
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Bill Greene
Entertainment
Entertainment may be available on occasions
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.artisanalnc.com/
Phone number
(828) 898-5395
Private party facilities
Our private dining room is located adjacent to the wine cellar. For smaller events, 16 or less, the cellar is the best option. For larger parties, up to 65 guests, a restaurant buy-out is an option. Minimums are required for events. Fixed menus are planned with the chef to accommodate guest preferences.
Private party contact
Anita Greene: (828) 898-5395

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Artisanal Restaurant

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Dining areas

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Halibut

Sea Bass

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare

First Course

Vietnamese Cherry Smoked Pork Ribs

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare*

Springhouse Lettuces & Prosciutto di Parma

Fettucine Bolognese with Oxtail

Warm Brussels Salad with English Stilton

Lobster in Phyllo with Shiitakes & Truffles

Mains

Duck Two Ways

Sea Bass*

Veal Osso Bucco

Grilled Lamb Tenderloin Dijonnaise

Halibut*

Antarctic Salmon*

6oz Filet Mignon

Desserts

Pimento Cheese Scones

Pommes Frites

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

How is Artisanal Restaurant restaurant rated?

Not bookable

Dining areas

Additional information

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