Eat

Enjoy the local flavors of the Blue Ridge Mountains! When you’ve worked up an appetite from hiking, biking or shopping, it’s time to pull up a chair at one of our local restaurants or cafes.
Find places to eat that serve up traditional American and Southern cuisine, from hotdogs and hamburgers to barbecue and traditional diner fare. Take the whole family out for pizza, or enjoy a casual meal at a burrito joint or TexMex restaurant.
Have a sweet tooth? Start your morning at the donut shop. Check out cookies and cupcakes at a local bakery, and cool off on a hot day with a delicious and decadent scoop of ice cream. Look for sweet bubble teas and locally roasted coffee.
Feeling thirsty? The Blue Ridge brewery scene is hopping! Ask for a tasting flight to sample several styles of local craft beers, or order up a pint to raise a toast to your mountain adventure.
Beyond beer, local wineries, meaderies and distilleries produce delicious craft beverages. Some offer tastings, tours and even live music. And be sure to pair of your sips with a bite of artisan cheese or honey produced right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Check out these places to eat as you plan your next visit.

Copper Creek Distillery
Handcrafted spirits using heirloom techniques and locally sourced ingredients, Copper Creek Distillery is sharing their small batch "moonshine" varieties beginning…

Hillman Beer - Old Fort
Hillman Beer, a local craft brewery experience providing a space for the community to gather and enjoy food, drinks, and…

Chance Of Sprinkles Bake Shop
Located in downtown Marion's Miller Building, this small local bakery/coffee shop offers cupcakes, ice cream, slushies, smoothies, cookies and homemade…

Old Fort Ride House
Gathering place for cyclists & outdoor enthusiasts! Offerings include filtered H2O, bathrooms, Kitsbow's MTB apparel, Dynamite Roasting coffee & espresso…

Bruce's Fabulous Foods
Bruce and Barbara Brown own this local lunch time favorite, that's right, lunch only. Bruce is also known for his…

Marion Tailgate Market
Opened in 2007, Marion's Tailgate Market has supplied regional residents with fresh produce, cheeses, meats and baked goods. The market…

Hook and Anchor Family Seafood
A local favorite featuring an 18 item buffet plus salad bar. Of course, you may order off the menu and…

Jalepeno's Fresh Grill
Authentic Tex-Mex cuisine, locally owned restaurant with meeting facilities and catering services.

Fonta Flora Brewery at Whippoorwill Farm
Whippoorwill Farm is home to the Fonta Flora Brewery. Add them to your beer tasting list for a rustic experience,…

Toonez Chophouse
Toonez Chophouse is a locally owned eatery created from a couple's shared vision and designed to offer residents and visitors…

Marion Wing Factory
Locally owned and the wings are a huge hit with the locals! Check out these wings. Fresh wings, all sauces…

Mustard's Last Stand
When you're looking for locally owned restaurants serving "traditional southern" foods, this may be what you need. Serving three meals…

Dot's Dario
Dot's is a local favorite, recently featured in Our State Magazine! This ice cream shop has been around for decades…

Burrito Bros Mexican Restaurant
Two brothers doing what they love with amazing people. Authentic Mexican cuisine, where everything is made from scratch!

Historic Orchard at Altapass
The Historic Orchard at Altapass in Little Switzerland is a must-visit from May through October! Experience music, hay rides, treats, storytelling and more!

Roma's Italian Restaurant
Roma Restaurant is celebrating their 10th Anniversary in Nebo, North Carolina, close to Lake James and Lake James State Park. …