Restaurants near Lake James

71 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop restaurant

1. The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

4.7

Exceptional(810)

Price: Moderate

• American • Blowing Rock

Booked 40 times today

In the 1950s, The Speckled Trout was a place to stop and fill up your gas tank. Now, you can fill up on fresh mountain trout, soup beans, and hoecakes and wash it down with local farm beer or fresh rosé. We explore the roots of Appalachian food and beverage culture and re-create it in our kitchen by preserving and reviving ingredients of our local heritage.Join us at The Speckled Trout for a taste of locally sourced regional fare by Chef Michael Foreman and warm hospitality that will keep y'all coming back!

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2. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

4.5

Awesome(4035)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 69 times today

EDISON, craft ales + kitchen is an inventive bar and restaurant that brings together the food culture and local flavors of downtown, with expansive indoor and outdoor seating and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for frequent historical visits from Thomas Edison and his "Vagabonds" (Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford), EDISON serves NC craft beers, small batch bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and regionally inspired food in a contemporary, fun, and artistic setting.Several renowned artists who celebrate the creativity of the area and call this community home are showcased in the indoor dining room, offering our patrons a true Asheville experience. The jalapeno bacon wrapped bison meatloaf is a must try !

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3. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4.7

Exceptional(5961)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 72 times today

Stable Café is open from 4PM to 8pm daily for guests of Biltmore Estate.Biltmore tickets or an annual pass are required to visit all restaurants on the estate. For seasonal evening events, dinner reservations for all the guests in the party must have an evening-specific ticket or be an estate lodging guest. Dinner menu is a three-course, prefix menu.The convenient location next to Biltmore House, friendly hospitality, and delectable food make the Stable Café a popular stop after visits to the house and gardens. The ambiance of the historic surroundings in the renovated stable complex is unmatched.

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4. The Restaurant at the Embers

4.5

Awesome(144)

Price: Expensive

• American • Blowing Rock

Booked 16 times today

An unforgettable dining experience in the Embers Hotel.

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5. Reid's Cafe and Catering

4.8

Exceptional(609)

Price: Expensive

• American • Banner Elk

Booked 13 times today

Reid’s Cafe is located in beautiful Sugar Mountain, NC. We love the intentional, the specific, and the well-cared-for. We work closely with our local farms and purveyors to curate fresh, seasonal menus that feature regionally sourced meats, a rotation of fresh oysters and select seafood. All of our breads, pastas, and pastries are prepared in-house daily. Our Bar offers local beers, seasonal craft cocktails, and a well chosen wine selection. We are currently operating under all Covid-19 restrictions and following all CDC and local guidelines. The health and safety of our guests and our staff is our #1 priority. Outdoor reservations are by phone only. We look forward to seeing you.

6. Blue Ridge

4.8

Exceptional(5091)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Asheville

Booked 56 times today

The Blue Ridge restaurant is a farm-to-table artisanal buffet overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. The Morning Table signature buffet, served each morning, will redefine all that you imagined breakfast could be. Two massive rooms are filled with amazing breakfast options, including a yogurt bar, omelet station and great gluten free options. Don’t miss the award-winning Friday night Seafood Buffet, Saturday night Prime Rib Buffet and phenomenal Sunday Brunch. It’s the perfect way to end any week.Reservations recommended.

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7. Hawtree's Pub and Grill

3.8

Excellent(16)

Price: Moderate

• American • Burnsville

Temporarily closed due to Hurricane Helene. We are working to reopen ASAP and look forward to welcoming back our members and guests.Take in the best of Fred Hawtree's legacy in awe inspiring scenery complemented by excellent food and service that will make you feel like family. Watch the sun set from the patio nestled at the base of the tallest peak east of the Mississippi, Mount Mitchell. With a view unlike any other and just two miles off the Hwy80 Junction Exit on Blue Ridge Parkway, a lunch pitstop here is a no brainer for those ready for a bite but not willing to miss a single second of the beauty of the parkway.

8. The Gamekeeper

4.9

Exceptional(3399)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Boone

Booked 10 times today

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!

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9. The Bistro - Biltmore Estate

4.8

Exceptional(4327)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 39 times today

The Bistro is located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate, right next door to Biltmore's award-winning winery. Please be aware that you must have a valid paid estate admission ticket, be staying at Inn on Biltmore Estate or Village Hotel, or be a Biltmore Annual Passholder to dine on property. Please note that due to limited seating availability we are unable to accept reservations for our patio. All patio seating is assigned on a first come first served basis. The Bistro features contemporary American fare. Fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients are the focus on the dinner menu, which features premium steaks, impeccable mountain trout and seafood, poultry and lamb. Gardens on the estate produce a wide array of vegetables and fruits throughout the seasons, and our extensive pasture lands provide all-natural, hormone-free Black Angus beef and lamb.

10. Village Social-Biltmore Estate

4.6

Exceptional(2531)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Asheville

Booked 59 times today

Village Social is located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate, right next door to Biltmore's award-winning winery. You must have a valid paid Estate admission ticket or be staying on property to dine on property. Reservations will only be held for 10 minutes past reservation time. A full-service restaurant and bar, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Village Social’s versatile menu features a variety of inspired dishes, each prepared in traditional southern style showcasing fresh, estate-raised ingredients. The relaxed atmosphere of Village Social is perfect for unwinding and catching up with friends with craft cocktails! **Please be advised patio seating can not be guaranteed.

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Suzannevip
Charlotte •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food and service were great. Liked the fireplace and Christmas tree. Restaurant could be a little cozier.
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The Restaurant at the EmbersPrice: Expensive• American• Blowing Rock
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4.5
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Virginia
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious creative menu. Home churned butter on the rolls! Super attentive service this evening, and charming atmosphere.
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Stable Cafe -Biltmore EstatePrice: Moderate• American• Asheville
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4.7
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Teresa
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was amazing and service was good. The only thing I had to ask for was refill on tea and had to ask the waitress to fix our table due to it was not level and constantly moved.
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The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle ShopPrice: Moderate• American• Blowing Rock
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4.7
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KMICK
San Antonio •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Love Reid’s and this was the best yet! Menu is constantly new and creative , service was fantastic. This is definitely a favorite date night place!
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Reid's Cafe and CateringPrice: Expensive• American• Banner Elk
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4.8
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Matt
New Orleans / Louisiana •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Just opened after the hurricane with a limited menu. Food was good, but not gourmet. Everything else was amazing as usual.
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Edison - Omni Grove Park InnPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Asheville
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4.5

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1. The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

2. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

3. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4. The Restaurant at the Embers

5. Reid's Cafe and Catering

6. Blue Ridge

7. Hawtree's Pub and Grill

8. The Gamekeeper

9. The Bistro - Biltmore Estate

10. Village Social-Biltmore Estate

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