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Red Onion Cafe, Boone, NC
Red Onion Cafe, Boone, NC
Red Onion Cafe, Boone, NC
Red Onion Cafe, Boone, NC
Red Onion Cafe, Boone, NC

Red Onion Cafe

4.3
4.3
507 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
A Boone Restaurant Offering Food to Feel Good About. One of the classic restaurants in Boone NC, the Red Onion Café opens daily at 11am and serves continuously into the evening. Across from Appalachian State University on Highway 321 near downtown Boone, the restaurant offers convenient dining for Appalachian football and basketball games and other campus events. The Red Onion Café is unique among Boone restaurants, offering a menu stocked with one-of-a-kind items such as the Artichoke Dip appetizer, our famous blond brownie - the Horace Cookie, weekly dinner specials, vegetarian meals, lunch specials, pasta, pizza, salads, a large children's menu and homemade desserts.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily: 11:00am - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (828) 264-5470
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Boone
  • Parking details
    Appalcart (local bus, free of charge)<br />Boone Taxi (828-266-3860
  • Additional
    Takeout

What 507 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Kid-friendly

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Healthy

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Neighborhood gem

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Great for outdoor dining

507 Reviews
  1. DonnaV

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    I had to return my Cajun chicken pasta because it was sooo salty. I replaced it with the Champagne chicken florentine that was just OK. My wine was good and my husbands burger was OK.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Absolutely fantastic service with Grace. My steak had to be recooked but good otherwise. Grace made our visit amazing. 5 stars for her service.

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  3. DMackDiningOut

    Charlotte

    28 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Food was good but took soooo long (45 minutes) to get food. 90 minutes for 3 of us to have dinner!

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  4. Faithgirl1

    E. Tennessee

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience1
    The food was fantastic. Service could have been better. We went awhile with no water. It would be great if the ambiance matched the food and prices. The ambiance is equal to $10.00 meals. Walking on the floors, they were sticky. The portion of salmon was very small for the price.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had an excellent after-game meal at Red Onion. My girlfriend had the Low Country Salmon and loved it. My BBQ Bacon Pub burger was perfect. And my daughter enjoyed her impossible burger. She also had the Red Velvet Cheesecake which was to die for. We were late for our reservation because of the football game (Go App!) and they were patient and accommodating. I can’t wait to try them again on our next visit to Boone.

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  6. Foodie4sure

    Raleigh

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Service was excellent but the food was lacking. We had the pesto pasta and meatball sub. Neither was anything special, not much flavor to the pesto. We’d definitely order other things if we return.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress was very professional and personal. I believe her name is Amanda I had the ribeye in my husband had a chicken dish, both which were very flavorful!

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  8. DeborahD

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    The food was cold. We had to send it back and then wait 20 more mins. It was like a bunch of kids were running the show. Our waitress kept apologizing to every table. The food itself was mediocre

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  9. Anonymous

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Great service by the young waitress Food was disappointing. Parking lot very sloped .

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  10. MichaelB

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience3
    Food was all made from frozen, even pre-made burger Patties

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  11. CarolS

    West Palm Beach

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    As usual, lunch was tasty, served quickly! It is my groups weekly lunch destination!

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  12. RandyS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very good food. Waiter was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be back.

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  13. MarionC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have had the pleasure of eating at Red Onion numerous times. The food has always been good and the service has been wonderful.

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  14. RobertL

    Las Vegas

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had eaten there before so split a pizza to try desert. The red velvet cheesecake is to die for!

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  15. CarolS

    West Palm Beach

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    One of my favorite places in Boone. Food is always good, the service generally quick and it’s location is great!

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  16. CJWF

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    While the food was flavorful, the overall meal was a disappointment. Nice patio.

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  17. Foodie4fun

    Coastal Georgia

    165 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    165 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    We like this place, but wish they had a better selection of wine and would offer specials. Our server- Syndey did a good job, but she really needs to lower her volume.

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  18. justme

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My wife loved the reuben sandwich and sweet potato fries. I had their delicious roasted red pepper and gouda soup and excellent salmon salad with lemon-poppyseed vinaigrette. Our waitress was superb. We will definitely return!

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  19. Robin

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were OUTSTANDING! Especially artichoke dip and Mediterranean Tilapia entree. Best meal I’ve ever had in Boone, including more pricey places. A new favorite!

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  20. Carolinian

    Western NC

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Red Onion is always a good choice. There are options for everyone.

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  21. ElaineW

    Atlanta Metro

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had an excellent experience, meal and service Maya our waitstaff was exceptional Great meals ( Chicken Florentine & Salmon w/ Orange Sauce ) both thoroughly enjoyed. We both ordered desserts too. My favorite Crème Brûlée and the Blonde Brownie w/ Ice Cream both delicious We were only visiting the area overnight but we are glad to have had our evening meal at Red Onion.

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  22. Lestosh

    Wilmington

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location, delicious food and friendly service. Will definitely be back!

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  23. AnthonyP

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We chose to dine at the Red Onion because of their dog friendly policy. The food and service were excellent. This was our 2nd visit, and we will return again.

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  24. DeniseS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a quaint place. We ate on the front patio overlooking the street and watched people walking. We enjoyed it.

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  25. LeeJ

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience3
    This was our first time here The food was ok but not great. The server we had was sub par in our view. We will probably not return to this place.

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  26. TrishP

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    We had never been to Red onion and gave it a try with friends. We were very pleasantly surprised! I had checked the menu online and thought the variety was excellent. Our waiter was also accommodating and very friendly. I wish I could remember his name, as we would request him on our next visit. Our food arrived promptly and done perfectly. We will definitely be back! Thank you

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service was great !!

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  28. JulieE

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    The food was good, but the service was mediocre at best. It took 10 minutes for our waters and tea to arrive. It took over 30 minutes for our food to arrive, and then my meal did not arrive with my other 2 diners' meals. It took another 5 minutes for my meal to arrive, while the table next to us got served all 4 meals even though they arrived after us.

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  29. JimH

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    I would have given 5 stars for the food. But two of the meals were barely warm. Otherwise, meals were good and our server was very attentive. I will definitely return and hope the next meal is hot.

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  30. DianeY

    Charlotte

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Really enjoyed our lunch on the patio for an easy Sunday afternoon lunch!

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  31. PUpton

    Naples

    97 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    97 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I was looking forward to a filet mignon, which they have now removed from the menu and replaced with a Sirloin. The steak was good, but it was disappointing not to have the filet.

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  32. Foodie4fun

    Coastal Georgia

    165 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    165 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    a good place to get a meal without spending too much. Not super 'inventive'- mostly comfort food. We go with some regularity.

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  33. JamesE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    All of the food and service was excellent. It was our anniversary and we were in a high traffic, loud area. Everything else was great.

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  34. WayneF

    Western NC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    The lasagna was served 15 minutes after the other 3 meals, with a lamb excuse. The Chicken Fajita Salad was very disappointing, and not worth $14.

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  35. TennieS

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    I would recommend a reservation. This place is busy. We were seated immediately. Service was excellent. I enjoyed the Asian salad and my husband had salmon with roasted potatoes and green beans. Plus a creme brulee. Loved all. Only complaint is it can get a little noisy

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  36. KeithT

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    It was ok. Been there a few times. Nothing spectacular.

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  37. Nicci

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Most of the food was amazing. The turkey burger was a little dense but everything else was excellent and the desserts were amazing.

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  38. SquareDeal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Eating at the Red Onion was pleasant, and the food was very good. The price was fair for the amount.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    I had the privilege of having Mya as our server. She spent time with all her customers and was very nice to all, but did not fail to keep an eye on everyone else. The food was great!

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  40. ChristinaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Positive staff! Wonderful detail and flavor. Could not have been more satisfied with our meal and experience.

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FAQs

Red Onion Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (828) 264-5470.

Red Onion Cafe is rated 4.3 stars by 507 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Red Onion Cafe

227 Hardin St., Boone, NC 28607

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Boone
  • Hours of operation
    Daily: 11:00am - 10:00pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Appalcart (local bus, free of charge)<br />Boone Taxi (828-266-3860
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Takeout
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