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The Gamekeeper, Boone, NC

The Gamekeeper

4.9 (3467)
$50 and over
American
3005 Shull's Mill Road, Boone, NC 28607

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Wild Game, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Smith
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room that very comfortably seats 25 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Boone
  • Cross street
    100 yards up Shulls Mill Rd from the entrance to Yonahlossee
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,467 people are saying

The Gamekeeper reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 5.0Food
  • 5.0Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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

    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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gamekeeper offers a "unique and delicious" dining experience with dishes like elk, bison, and emu. Guests praise the "professional and personable" service and the cozy ambiance. Located in a beautiful mountain setting, it's perfect for special occasions. The diverse menu and exceptional food make it "worth the drive."
3,467 Reviews
  1. Brent

    Coastal North Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was fantastic, friendly, knowledgeable, and well mannered. Atmosphere and ambiance were terrific. Food was exceptional, different types of wild game on menu so you can try new things. Will def be back next time we are in the area.

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  2. jacob

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious unique food options you can’t find anywhere else. Service was good with a friendly staff that was attentive. Would come back again.

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  3. Mark VIP

    Virginia76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food and great service. Always worth the drive.

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  4. Susan

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Gamekeeper . . . is a keeper. We've been coming here for nearly 30 years and it never disappoints.

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  5. Philip

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and excellent service! Good cocktails and a nice selection of wines.

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  6. michelle VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The gamekeeper has incredible food. I started off with the mixed game grill in which everything on it was amazing. My husband ordered the elk lag which was tender and delicious. I ordered the cottage pie which was rich and flavorful. We ended the night with the bread pudding which is something that must be tried. Service was great to top it all off.

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  7. Darrel VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Reba is the best! Excellent service and outstanding food

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  8. David VIP

    New Orleans / Louisiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my first time there. WONDERFUL evening. A little noisy due to fussy children.. But it was a holiday weekend.

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  9. Bob VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gamekeeper and their fine staff never disappoint. Plus, they always have a vegetarian option on the menu. Start with an old fashion, delicious, then move on to the expanded and always being updated wine menu, so many nice choices, and end with a port. Now that’s an enjoyable special evening. You have been to Boone or Blowing Rock if you haven’t been to Gamekeeper.

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  10. Andrew VIP

    Oklahoma City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience as always! Can’t wait to return.

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The Gamekeeper is rated 4.9 stars by 3467 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for The Gamekeeper

3005 Shull's Mill Road, Boone, NC 28607

Additional information

  • Cross street
    100 yards up Shulls Mill Rd from the entrance to Yonahlossee
  • Neighborhood
    Boone
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Wild Game, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Smith
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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