Shopping-mall dining room offering creative American eats, oysters & full bar in a hip setting. Reid’s Cafe boasts a beautiful new space, ever-changing seasonal menus & handcrafted cocktails. We love the intentional, the specific, the well-cared-for.
Reid’s Café is a labor of love from Tina Houston, owner of Reid’s Catering Co. which has been established here in the High Country since 1999.
At the base of Grandfather Mountain, Reid’s is centrally located between Banner Elk, Linville, Foscoe, and all the gorgeous Grandfather communities. Just as we value beautiful ingredients in our catering, the café procures the highest quality of ingredients for their seasonal menus. We value the handmade and fashion from scratch details as small as the aioli and dressings we use, to house made focaccias and pastries, slow roasted meats and naturally fermented pickles. We avoid industrially grown and processed foods. We love the intentional, the specific, the well-cared-for.
About our Food
At Reid’s Café & Catering, we serve regional seafood, farm goods from our local friends, amazing coffee from Camp Roasters Coffee of Blowing Rock, as well as loose leaf teas and tisane from Bellocq Tea Atelier, with rustic handmade French pastries. We have all the things you need for lunch, dinner and in between–soups made to order, carefully crafted sandwiches, homemade sides and light, elegant salads, grilled whole fish, oysters on the half shell and hand crafted cocktails. Toward evenings, our emphasis on natural wines, sustainable, traditional, and with minimum chemical additives, compliment the Chefs’ choice of cured meats and cheeses. We have handmade cocktails and beer, too! We serve all these delicious things Monday through Saturday starting at 11am.
About our Space
Reid’s Cafe features re-purposed barn wood, white concrete countertops from BDWG, tables from Big Oak Woodworks, succulent greenery and ferns by Callista Designs and LOVE. Colors are of dark sea and cloud, forest, stone, sky and sunset. The vivacious heart of the cafe resides in Jerry Cantwell’s paintings —exemplary compositions with colorways that resound and subject matter that is uncannily, but joyously soothing.
Furthermore, a bit about Our Goods
In addition to our menu, Reid’s chooses to stock magazines, textiles, specialty goods, and rare finds, that relate to our world-view and way of life. All of our goods are hand-chosen, tasted, considered and proven in their quality, again and again, by our tirelessly exploring staff. They are constantly bringing to our attention some new, or very-old, amazing things we must try, because it is just unlike any other they’ve ever experienced—a Unique Good in the world.
I grew up in Charlotte, NC, and was lucky enough to have Pasta & Provisions in my neighborhood. As a child I was amazed by the fact that when you stopped by, you always saw people making things. This wasn’t food made by machines in a drab factory somewhere far away. It was made with a lot of pride by people in my neighborhood. I moved to Boone to attend Appalachian State, and started working at Stick Boy Bread Company. I noticed many of the same things that I had seen at Pasta & Provisions-that same commitment to quality, from the ingredients to the methods to caliber of the staff. It seemed logical that a town that loved pastries and great bread could use a pasta shop! Next came sandwiches, craft beer, and fine wine. I thought everything was set….until the space next door to us became available. A casual mention to two friends who had been thinking of opening a brewery led to us becoming the tasting room for Booneshine Brewing Company. On July 1, 2015 we poured the first pint of Booneshine IPA! Booneshine has since moved on to a much larger space, needing more room to produce fresh craft beer.
Country-chic eatery for Southern classics, including skillet-fried chicken, pimento cheese & trout.
Boone Saloon was born from a desperate need for a watering-hole that was geared for full grown adults. Sure the college kids would come – we are a college town after all. But, we needed a comfortable, clean place where conversation was revered, quality service and food was appreciated, and style was a heavy consideration.
We started with an old white oak tree that we carved out to be the 25 foot, live edge, bar. Then we tore down all the sheetrock and drop ceilings, ripped up the carpet, and let the building show itself. After we built the stage, built an outside covered deck and added our GameChanger Arcade we were ready to go.
No trip to Beech Mountain is complete without a visit to Fred’s. We’re your one-stop shopping spot with everything needed to make your visit complete. From groceries to clothing, ski rentals, firewood and the deli with all your favorite beverages. We’ve got it waiting for you.
Welcome to Beech Mountain and Fred’s General Mercantile. We’re not only America’s highest General Mercantile at an elevation of 5049′, but we are located in Eastern America’s Highest Town at an elevation of 5506′. Open 365 days a year, we are a store and a town devoted to serving the needs of visitors, skiers, snowboarders, summer folks, and locals alike.
Your vacation trip to the North Carolina High Country begins and ends at Fred’s. If you are of an age that you can remember how each small town or village always had a general store that served as the center of the community, you will especially enjoy our store with its vast variety of goods, for just about any need you may have. If you are younger and don’t remember about general stores, you too will enjoy visiting with us for the experience that a trip to Fred’s will bring to you.
FRED’S BACKSIDE DELI
Serving breakfasts, sandwiches, homemade soups and salads, beverages, including beer and wine, and freshly made desserts. Enjoy your meal on the deck in our wooded “backyard”. Serving breakfast from 7:30am to 11:00am and lunch from 11:00am to 3:00pm, every day, (828)387-4838. Come see us!
Mexican Restaurant in Andrews NC.
Welcome to Monte Alban Mexican Restaurant. We are a family style restaurant with the best tasting Mexican food. We strive to make you feel at home. Our food is prepared fresh, to order. Come dine with us, stay a while and get to know our friendly staff. We want you to enjoy your meal and your service at Monte Alban.
This upscale eclectic gourmet Italian Bistro, is a combination of a visual and culinary celebration. Although the menu is Southern Italian cuisine, the sky’s the limit for special events and private parties. Accommodates up to 150 for sit down dinners and up to 180 for cocktails and buffet in the patio garden, wine room and main dining room. Catering is also available. Casual family-run eatery supplying Italian comfort food & pizza in an art-lined space with a patio.
Pepper’s Restaurant and Bar was established in 1975, serving the High Country its first taste of the highest quality deli sandwiches. From
its humble beginnings, Pepper’s Restaurant has expanded into a full-service restaurant and bar with a menu boasting Certified Angus Beef, wild caught seafood, savory pasta dishes, alongside Pepper’s Restaurant favorites like the famous Pepper’s French Onion Soup, Jean Lawsons, Fried Mushrooms, and Onion Rings!
Keeping with a tradition that Jack Pepper started in 1975, Pepper’s remains committed to minimizing its effects on the environment. Pepper’s was the first restaurant in Boone to go 100% smoke-free and the first to recycle all glass, plastic, cardboard, and aluminum. In 2013 Pepper’s adopted compostable take-out containers made from recycled sources! The Bar at Pepper’s is home to the best local beer selection in town! There is a careful selection of unique craft brews available from local breweries and the best in the industry. Pepper’s has all ABC permits and enjoys one of the areas best whiskey selections. Many fine wines are available, with the menu rotating regularly.
Please call ahead for parties of 6 or more! Doing so will significantly reduce your wait time. Pepper’s accepts reservations for parties of 5 or more.
Pepper’s Restaurant & Bar makes all food to order. This commitment to quality may increase wait times while we’re busy. We believe that its worth the wait! Please be patient with our staff as we are committed to serving the highest quality food with the best service.
Barra Sports Bar and Lounge offers a little bit for everyone in The Village of Banner Elk. Barra has the following amenities; the Main bar with its elegant Boston wood look, karaoke lounge, mini stage, tequila bar, a new pool room, and a fire pit outside.
Throughout the year Barra also hosts art festivals, beer and wine festivals and more. Check our event calendar to see what all that we have planned for the coming year!
Barra also features weekly pizza, prime rib, lobster and fish & chips specials that you don’t want to miss!
Pizza, sandwiches & Italian entrees in a casual, booth-lined dining room with a bar.
Captain Raleigh Bender was a C&O Canal boatman during the 1800’s, and proprietor of this fine tavern. Since 1936, Captain Bender’s Tavern has fed the hungry, quenched the thirsty, and served loyally, the historic community of Sharpsburg, Maryland. Today we are the best restaurant and bar in Sharpsburg and are a perfect meeting spot for locals, C&O Canal and Antietam Battlefield visitors, and Shepherdstown students.
Join old friends and make new ones at Captain Bender’s Tavern. After a long day at work or school, why not take a break and enjoy great food and drinks? We offer a great atmosphere, friendly staff, and affordable drinks!
At Captain Bender’s Tavern we offer something for everyone. Come listen to live entertainment throughout the month, enjoy a beer, or try something from our delicious tavern menu. Start with a tasty appetizer, then move on to our wide selection of delicious burgers, crab dishes, soups, salads, or desserts!
Please take time to browse our website to see everything we have to offer! If you have any questions or comments feel free to contact us. We are more than happy to assist you in any way we can.
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In early 2008, Sam and Alyce Ratchford purchased the two-year-old Vidalia from their friend and former co-worker. They quickly focused the menu around North Carolina products, fresh local produce, and expanded the wine list. Vidalia quickly outgrew its original 45 seat capacity prompting an expansion in the winter of 2015. When Vidalia reopened, the Ratchford’s had added seventy-five additional seats, a screened-in, covered porch, a full bar and a wall of wine. Their mission to source locally and provide high-end North Carolina cuisine in a casual, upscale space remains today.
Amazingly fresh and delicious! Perfect for lunch or dinner. Everything is cooked to order, takes roughly ten minutes. This is a take out only place. I was home in 10 minutes and the food was still hot and delicious. The staff is friendly. The order was correct. If you get Fajitas, you may want to order more tortillas because you only get two with the meal.
A restaurant inside a house? Yes! We are located inside a charming old house that was built in 1904. We have kept everything original to the house as much as possible, which means our space is very unique and smaller than most restaurants you’ve probably been to – our kitchen is smaller than most residential kitchens! With such limited space, we run things a bit differently to be sure that you have a great time here! We are counter-service with waitstaff, so you order and pay at the counter BEFORE finding a table where we will serve you! Having everyone order and pay first means that our limited number of tables are not held up waiting for orders to be taken or checks to be brought out, so even if we are very busy, there WILL be a table available by the time you have ordered. Operating this way, it is very rare that we should ever have to wait for a table to open. For this reason we ask that you please do not reserve tables while the rest of your party is in line.
A Stopover Where You Can Enjoy Delectable Dishes…Everything on our menu is fresh and cooked to order. We offer a little bit of something for everyone. You’ll find wings, burgers, tacos, salads, elegant entrees and more. Many of our dishes have a gluten free or vegan option. And don’t skip dessert! The peanut butter pie is decadent.
The Trailhead Operates on a “First Come, First Serve” Basis
To-Go Orders May Not be Available During Peak Business Hours, as We are Working Hard to Provide Quality Food and Beverages to Our Guests in the Dining Room and on the Patio
Long-running mountainside eatery serving all-day breakfast & daytime fare in a homey, rustic space.
Skewers is a new aged cyber café in Cumberland, MD and has been serving up fresh, delicious salads, rice bowls, wraps, sandwiches, and more since our founding in 2016. Our staff strives to provide fresh food in a welcoming, friendly, and clean environment. We grill our meats fresh for your meal, and we offer a variety of bases, toppings, and sauces to let you customize your meal to your exact tastes. If you need a caterer for your business’ next luncheon or party, count on Skewers! Check out our selection of homemade desserts. Stop by our location on Bedford Road in Cumberland to discover why our customers keep coming back for more.
For over 50 years, Dan’l Boone Inn has been serving Boone and the high country delicious homecooked meals, just like you remember at grandma’s house. Our family style meals begin with a salad in the summer and soup in the winter. Three meats and five vegetables are served along with biscuits, preserves, dessert and beverage. A full family style breakfast is served on Saturdays and Sundays.
Dan’l Boone Inn has recently been honored by both Southern Living Magazine and Our State Magazine for our country cuisine. The restaurant placed third in Southern Living in the reader’s choice awards for country cooking restaurants. We also won first place among readers of Our State Magazine for Family Dining/Country Cooking and third place under Best Restaurant in North Carolina.
Relaxed operation offering a range of Japanese & Vietnamese eats such as noodles & soups.
Cam Ranh Bay has a healthy balance between fresh herbs and meats and a creative use of spices to give you high quality Japanese and Vietnamese food. Vietnamese food can be considered one of the healthiest cuisines worldwide. Please visit Cam Ranh Bay in Banner Elk, NC and enjoy many kinds of dishes such as special soups, spring rolls, lettuce wrapped chicken rolls, hibachi and teriyaki dishes served with fresh vegetables, sushi, etc. Whether you are dining in or carrying out we can offer you fast and delicious Hibachi-style dishes in a modern American way