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1. Chalet Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(64)
Price: Expensive
• American • Little Switzerland
Booked 4 times today
The Chalet Restaurant is a full service restaurant at the Switzerland Inn in Little Switzerland, North Carolina. The Chalet Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The Switzerland Inn’s Chalet Restaurant is the finest dining on the mountain. Come enjoy a culinary delight while taking in the breathtaking view from our panoramic view windows.
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2. Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
4.7
Exceptional(6391)
Price: Expensive
• American • Asheville
Booked 78 times today
Sunset Terrace is our iconic upscale classic restaurant featuring traditional American cuisine with an emphasis on hand cut steaks, seafood and regional favorites and an award winning wine list. Taste signature cocktails paired with popular dishes from the lobster cobb salad to the chilled seafood platter. Located on the outdoor terrace of the 100 year old Main Inn, enjoy breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Executive Chef, Enrique Galan and Chef de Cuisine Joel Mauck craft delectable dishes to be enjoyed with a setting and experience that you will always remember. The Sunset Terrace is an eleven-time recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, most recently in 2024.Reservations are strongly recommended.Dress accordingly to the weather.
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3. Artisanal Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1781)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Banner Elk
Booked 20 times today
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 5-6 choices per course, $105/ guest plus a service fee. 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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4. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
4.7
Exceptional(4186)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Asheville
Booked 55 times today
EDISON, craft ales + kitchen is an inventive bar and restaurant that brings together the food culture and local flavors of downtown, with expansive indoor and outdoor seating and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for frequent historical visits from Thomas Edison and his "Vagabonds" (Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford), EDISON serves NC craft beers, small batch bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and regionally inspired food in a contemporary, fun, and artistic setting.Several renowned artists who celebrate the creativity of the area and call this community home are showcased in the indoor dining room, offering our patrons a true Asheville experience. The jalapeno bacon wrapped bison meatloaf is a must try !
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5. Luminosa
4.9
Exceptional(501)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Asheville
Booked 47 times today
Where modern-Appalachian meets Italian-inspiration, Luminosa is bringing a hyperlocal lens to Italian cuisine, utilizing regional purveyors and local team member expertise to shape and curate the ever-evolving, seasonally driven offerings. Nestled within The Flat Iron Hotel, a historic boutique hotel in Asheville, North Carolina, Luminosa's carefully designed space radiates a welcoming tavern ambiance. Our culinary heart is a wood-burning oven, infusing a "touch of fire" into handmade pizzas, house-made pastas, and locally sourced vegetables. In homage to Asheville's renowned brewery scene, Luminosa's beverage program features local brews, including an exclusive collaboration, alongside a diverse selection of cocktails and wines.
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6. Blue Ridge -Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
4.8
Exceptional(5292)
Price: Very Expensive
• Southern • Asheville
Booked 49 times today
The Blue Ridge restaurant is a farm-to-table artisanal buffet overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. The Morning Table signature buffet, served each morning, will redefine all that you imagined breakfast could be. Two massive rooms are filled with amazing breakfast options, including a yogurt bar, omelet station and great gluten free options. Don’t miss the award-winning Friday night Seafood Buffet, Saturday night Prime Rib Buffet and phenomenal Sunday Brunch. It’s the perfect way to end any week.Reservations recommended.
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7. Bistro Roca
new
4.8
Exceptional(3275)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Blowing Rock
Booked 111 times today
Established in 2005, Bistro Roca is a true neighborhood Restaurant located off the beaten path near Downtown Blowing Rock, NC where we welcome you warmly and serve satisfying foods that change with the seasons. It is a casual bistro to enjoy the company of friends and family while relaxing with easy cuisine and drink.
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8. The Gamekeeper
4.9
Exceptional(3467)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Boone
Booked 18 times today
You haven't fully experienced the Blowing Rock, NC region until you've dined at The Gamekeeper. It's a true gourmet restaurant with an engaging blend of upscale elegance and mountain charm. Famous for an evolving menu that blends the traditional with the exotic, The Gamekeeper features a selection of perfectly prepared game plus a range of continental and American entrees. Acclaimed chef and owner Ken Gordon brings tremendous warmth and skill to the table treating you more as friends than guests. You'll experience a meal to remember that includes fine wines, decadent desserts, and a generous serving of personal attention. You'll leave happy and impressed with a desire to return soon!
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9. The Restaurant at the Embers
4.8
Exceptional(223)
Price: Expensive
• American • Blowing Rock
Booked 25 times today
Executive Chef Matthew Betlach inspired menu. Locally sourced farm to table experience keeping in mind seasonal options when at all possible. Served in the heart of the "Embers Hotel" fireside. Outdoor Terrace dining available seasonally.
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10. Daingerfields Dining Room at Westglow
new
4.9
Exceptional(23)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Blowing Rock
Booked 12 times today
The elegant dining experience in the Manor at Westglow. Our dining room features original paintings by Elliott Daingerfield and a spectacular view of Grandfather Mountain. Enjoy a drink before your reservation in Elliott’s Bar, a fun piano lounge experience featuring our ever-growing wine collection.

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