Restaurants near Linville Gorge Wilderness Area

63 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(825)

Price: Moderate

• American • Blowing Rock

Booked 31 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. Reid's Cafe and Catering

4.9

Exceptional(614)

Price: Expensive

• American • Banner Elk

Booked 8 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.

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3. The Restaurant at the Embers

4.6

Exceptional(160)

Price: Expensive

• American • Blowing Rock

Booked 17 times today

An unforgettable dining experience in the Embers Hotel.

4. The Gamekeeper

4.9

Exceptional(3422)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Boone

Booked 3 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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5. Americano Steak House & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(840)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Banner Elk

Booked 23 times today

The best award-winning steakhouse in the area! Worth the drive from Banner Elk (13 miles), Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain (30 minute drive) , Johnson City or wherever you are. Americano Steak House is a local, veteran-owned restaurant featuring hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, amazing salads, 1/2 pound steak-burgers, decadent desserts and the only full liquor bar in the East Tennessee mountains will over 100 wines by the bottle and glass.We kindly ask that you do not show up early for your reservation, but simply on time. We are a small, boutique steakhouse that focuses on exceptional food and incredible service in the mountains of East Tennessee and typically cannot seat guests earlier than their reserved time.While we have always discouraged them, our policy towards no shows/same day cancelations MUST be firm. No shows and same day cancellations are the plague of the industry and we ask of you to uphold your end of this commitment as we are thrilled to provide on our end.

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6. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

4.6

Exceptional(4083)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 50 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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7. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4.7

Exceptional(6017)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 15 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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8. Blue Ridge -Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

4.7

Exceptional(5128)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Asheville

Booked 40 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.

9. The BEACON Butcher Bar

4.7

Exceptional(609)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Boone

Booked 1 time today

The Beacon Butcher Bar is a labor of love from Tina Houston, owner of Reid’s Café & Catering Co., established here in the High Country since 1999. The Beacon is located in the heart of Boone, NC adjacent to the iconic Water Wheel. Just as we value beautiful ingredients in our catering, The Beacon adheres to a similar message. In the kitchen, we value the fashion from scratch details as small as the aiolis and dressings we use, to the housemade desserts and pastries, cured and smoked meats, and naturally fermented pickles. Behind the bar, we strive for innovation and discovery from our unique and inspiring cocktails. We work within the seasons of the Blue Ridge to present a deliberate and thoughtful menu. We love the intentional, the specific, the well-cared-for. Respectively, our market offers a unique selection of local goods and treats. From our featured cloister honey to housemade single origin chocolates, we present the craft and exceptionality of local, artisanal talent.

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10. Casa Rustica Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(2201)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Boone

Booked 11 times today

Casa Rustica is Boone"s authentic Italian restaurant since 1981. We offer a wide selection of entrees including fresh pastas, chicken, veal, seafood and steaks. Our nightly specials complement our menu and our homemade desserts are not to be missed. Visit the La Bouca Lounge where the menu offers original sandwiches and flat-bread pizzas. Casa Rustica provides a cozy atmosphere in a log cabin setting. Come for romantic fireside dining or bring the whole family and enjoy our friendly and prompt service.

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Jennifer
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The perfect way to kick off Christmas! The restaurant's festive decorations set the mood beautifully. We enjoyed some time at the bar before dinner, which added to the experience. The food was outstanding—our table ordered the elk steak, venison, and red snapper, and every dish was a hit. Fine dining is a rare treat for us, so when we splurge, we want it to feel special. This meal did not disappoint - it was truly a memorable evening!
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The GamekeeperPrice: Very Expensive• American• Boone
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4.9
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juniusVIP
West Palm Beach •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
As always a delightful dinning experience with creative menu and great service.
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Reid's Cafe and CateringPrice: Expensive• American• Banner Elk
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4.9
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Jed
Charlotte •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a very pleasant evening at the Embers restaurant. Really enjoyed the food and it wasn't too busy. Service was good and it was generally not noisy. The restaurant had a very impressive Christmas tree in the corner and a real log fire! Breakfast was good also.
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The Restaurant at the EmbersPrice: Expensive• American• Blowing Rock
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4.6
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Vickie
Asheville / Western North Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Victor provided amazing service. The food was absolutely phenomenal, as usual. I was happy to celebrate my birthday for a second night at the Americano. I was just there a couple nights prior to celebrating with a different group of people. This place is really a gem!
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Americano Steak House & Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Steak• Banner Elk
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4.8
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Morgan
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great anniversary dinner! Excellent food and drinks with a chill environment
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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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63 restaurants available nearby

1. The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

2. Reid's Cafe and Catering

3. The Restaurant at the Embers

4. The Gamekeeper

5. Americano Steak House & Wine Bar

6. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

7. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

8. Blue Ridge -Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

9. The BEACON Butcher Bar

10. Casa Rustica Restaurant

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