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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

4.1
4.1
520 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 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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 520 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 3.7Ambience
  • 4Value

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

520 Reviews
  1. AnnW

    Charlotte

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and service were excellent! Restaurant was a little noisy due to a large party near our table.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    From the outside it doesn’t look like much. Inside it reminded us of a like a local diner. A lot of choices on the menu. Portions are large enough to share with 2 people! Great food and value for the amount of food you receive!

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  3. LucasM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Red onion was great! Only complaint was that the food came out a little slow, but otherwise the entire experience was amazing!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Really great service during our visit. My French dip sandwich was delicious. However the zucchini fries needed more salt, and the French onion soup needed depth of flavor. 

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  5. MaggieT

    Western NC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They were slammed, so our order took a long time to get to the table. But we were on the porch, enjoying the company of good friends, and the food was delicious.

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  6. GregS

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Just ok. Small portions and overpriced for what you get. Very good service from our waitress though, which is increasing rare these days.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and quick. Our server was fantastic! Boone is so busy I appreciate that they allow you to make a reservation. Definitely recommend

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  8. TracyY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food, services and atmosphere were awesome but a few patrons had their children about and they were being children which made the experience a little noisy. We will return.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    Steak was not cooked evenly, some parts were medium some were well done. The broccoli was not steamed! The sweet potato fries were cold. They were out of baked potatoes, we asked what other sides and chose sweet potato fries was never told there would be an up charge. Not worried about a few dollars just would have been nice there was. Not to mention we waited close to 45 minutes before we received food. Then received bill and we put our card in then she forgot to add something else to bill. We inputted for a special occasion and had to hear how drunk the people were behind. Not very ambient either. Waitress was okay other than kept adding or either forgot to our ticket. We were just not impressed.

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  10. CarolG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious!! Red Onion is my absolute favorite place to eat in Boone!!!

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  11. AmandaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the best waitress, she was so nice and friendly to us.

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  12. HJAS

    Miami

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    offer more gluten free dished maybe a chicken one !

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  13. Trip

    Greensboro

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been coming to the Red Onion for years and the food is consistently great. Their dinner entrees are really good.

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  14. DonnaV

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2023

    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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  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    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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  16. DMackDiningOut

    Charlotte

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 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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  17. 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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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 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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  19. 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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  20. 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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  21. 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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  22. 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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  23. 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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  24. CarolS

    West Palm Beach

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 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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  25. 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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  26. 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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  27. 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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  28. CarolS

    West Palm Beach

    57 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    57 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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  29. 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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  30. Foodie4fun

    Coastal Georgia

    168 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    168 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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  31. 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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  32. 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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  33. 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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  34. 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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  35. 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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  36. 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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  37. 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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  38. 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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  39. 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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  40. 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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FAQs

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

Red Onion Cafe is rated 4.1 stars by 520 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 6 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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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