Super cute little market with lots of yummy desserts and food prepped in house. Definitely…read morerecommend the edible Reese's cookie dough (in the fridge). I didn't try a sandwich but the menu looked good.

Fattiest most disgusting chicken salad ever and that's about the easiest thing to make. Rude staff.read more

This is exactly what this location needed. What an amazing restaurant built by a legend of the…read more151. The flavors and cooked to order freshness leaves you satisfied and looking for the next encounter. You add that to some amazing coffee and great service I can't wait to stop by again.

The mountains will do a lot of things for a marriage--fresh air, quiet, perspective--but they will…read morenot, under any circumstances, fix bad coffee. We were tucked in down near Devils Backbone Brewing Company, enjoying the kind of getaway folks put on postcards. My coffee, however, was less postcard and more field exercise--Army strong, boiled on a camp stove, poured out of a percolator that's likely seen more campaigns than I have. My wife took one sip and gave me that look... the one that says, "I love you, but this is unacceptable." So we broke camp early and pointed ourselves back toward civilization. About three miles down the road she spotted Belties. Now I've driven past that place more times than I can count, back when it looked like an old house that had just given up on things. But somebody got hold of it and turned that sow's ear into something you'd be proud to show company. We pulled in, and right off the bat--you could tell--they knew what they were doing. Service was quick, friendly, no fuss. The kind of place where nobody's trying too hard, which is usually when things turn out just right. The food? Lord have mercy. Every bit of it. And the atmosphere--well, it had character without trying to beat you over the head with it. That's a rare combination these days. Most places either feel like a museum or a storage unit. This one felt like the establishment wanted you to relax. And the coffee... now that was coffee. Not punishment in a cup. The kind you sit with for a minute and reconsider your life choices--like why you ever thought campfire tar water was a good idea. We'll be back. For the coffee, sure--but I've got a feeling we won't be leaving empty-handed next time. There'll be a goody bag involved. Maybe two. Some lessons you learn the hard way. Others come with a good cup of coffee and a smart woman who knows when to say, "Pull in right there

This place has the potential to be a fantastic hole-in-the-wall pizza/sandwich joint, but they're…read morejust missing the mark. For me, it was mostly the service. When you're made to fill like you're burdening the staff before you even order, it's not a great start. I asked another local business was Chirios was and he responded, "depends on who's making your food" lol. I've worked in similar looking pizzerias, so the condition of the "kitchen" didn't concern me much. It actually kinda feels like you're in the back of house, rather than in a dining room. The local free library was interesting. I ordered a cold Italian. I wasn't expecting much when I first saw the bread, but the sandwich turned out to be decently tasty. My biggest complaint is the amount of oil added to the sub. The menu doesn't mention vinegar and oil, which made me worry the sandwich might be dry. I usually opt for vinegar but skip the oil. The Italian included both, but way to much oil. You can see in the pic, the amount of oil pooled in the to-go box. And that's after what soaked into the bread! I think I would have enjoyed the sub way more if I had asked for no oil. All that being said, I would def go back when I'm in the area.

We met the owner on a quiet Saturday evening, off season. He made the best fresh salads. The place…read morei don't think has been updated in its 36+ years of operations, so keep that in mind. They serve thin crust pizza. Some don't like that, but I thought it was fine and I would order it again. The owner is Bill. Super nice and kind fellow. Nice job Bill. Keep it up.

We had a great time tonight at Bold Rock Nellysford. Music Bingo was on the menu. A few folks…read moreweren't happy with that but we didn't let it ruin our night. Staff Members Brandon and Maggie handled the situation with the upmost professionalism and class. Brandon was great and took care of us. Views and atmosphere are amazing as well as the cider

Came here for music bingo. Brandon made the experience nothing less than amazing. I have yet to…read morehave a negative experience here, even though others complained, Brandon took care of us!!!! Maggie and the rest of the staff handled themselves amazingly, Bold Rock will never lose my business! We got dinner as well and it was amazing.

Early day. Long day. Hot day. If you're driving along TN Hwy and feeling parched because you…read moredropped / spilled / forgot your cup of ice, learned (painfully) the metal water bottle is hotter than the pavement outside, the a/c is not working well, the car spews waves of heat into the air as it gasps on the last drops of gas fumes in the tank, and now you're hallucinating palm trees, coconuts and umbrella drinks on every broken stripe on the highway, take heart. Around the next bend is Shady's. Shady's is a standard convenience store/gas station. It's a little drab on the inside, but the people who work here are pretty awesome and that brightens it up. The a/c functions (I think), the beverage coolers are well stocked with every type of liquid refreshment, there are plenty of snacks, the gas pumps work, and the stray cats outside begging for food are really good at it. The day I stopped in, Shady's air conditioning wasn't working and the employee was sitting outside in the shade; but compared with the inside of my car, I could have been at the north pole. The cold water numbed my frustration, but then so did the friendly employee who apologized for the lack of air conditioning and then spent time commiserating. I don't know though, she only might have been pretending empathy once I started talking about the umbrella drinks in the middle of the highway.

They never have any food cooked. Before lunch, at lunch or after lunch it's the same story. No food…read moreprepared. When you ask the cook, When are you going to have more chicken up? "Well, we have some cooking , but it's already sold" WTH? I don't care when you come in there, they never have anything fixed and the employees are idiots. Go somewhere else.

I drove las this place twice in my travels and just knew I had to stop in. So I did just that…read more Nothing better than getting out of your car and seeing and smelling 2 very large offset smokers doing their thing. Absolutely hypnotizing. You order at the window. Service was quick and friendly. I ordered 2 lbs of pulled pork and 2 small containers of their hot bbq sauce. The pork was amazing. And the hot bbq sauce is legit. They had a variety of sides but I stuck with the pork. If you are ever near this place, it is worth it to stop in. You will be very glad you did. Highly recommend!!

Very unassuming little roadside BBQ place where you order at a little window and eat in your car or…read moreat the picnic table. Pulled pork sandwich was pretty standard -- not bad and with good smoke flavor but certainly nothing special, and definitely on the SWEET side. No fountain drinks; cans from a vending machine. Blue Ridge Pig, down the road in Nellys Ford, is a bit better, but not a big difference.

Devil's Backbone, like a good story, doesn't try too hard--and that's exactly why it works…read more We wandered in for an early dinner, the kind of stop you tell yourself will be quick and sensible. But the beer had other ideas. As expected, it was excellent--cold, confident, and clearly in no mood to be rushed. Everything was clean and orderly. The burger arrived and did not disappoint. Honest, well-made, the sort of meal that reminds you why you ordered it in the first place. My wife's brisket sandwich, meanwhile, was everything brisket ought to be--tender, rich, and just indulgent enough to feel like a reward rather than a mistake. Fries came alongside, hot and crisp, doing their job without complaint or ceremony. And then, on the way out--as these things tend to happen--we stopped at the bar. That's where we met Vance. What followed was less a quick cocktail and more a conversation with drinks attached. The cocktails were excellent, but the company made them memorable. Vance makes a great adult beverage. All in all, Devil's Backbone isn't just a place to eat and drink. It's a place where a simple plan quietly turns into a better evening than you expected.

We were really disappointed with our experience, especially considering the price. The outdoor…read morespace is still beautiful and makes for a nice place to relax with a drink, but the dining experience fell well short of expectations. We visited around 3:00 p.m., well before the dinner rush, so we weren't expecting service delays or other issues. Unfortunately, the food was bland, overly oily, and significantly overpriced for the quality. We used to come here regularly and always enjoyed it, but it just isn't what it once was. The dining area was also uncomfortably warm, as the air conditioning didn't appear to be on. The only relief came when the kitchen door opened. Service felt rushed and impersonal as well--we were greeted with a curt "Where do you want this plate?" when our food arrived, which didn't make us feel particularly welcome. The property itself remains a lovely place to spend some time outdoors, but based on this visit, we wouldn't recommend it as a destination for dinner. We hope the restaurant can return to the level of quality and hospitality it once offered.

This was a positive experience due to the following: -Bri…read more(server) was really sweet and personable. She did a good job of managing several tables' needs. -Philly cheesesteak was pretty good, I'd give it a 6/10 -truffle fries were DELICIOUS. Very garlic-y in the best way -chili cheese fries were good Only complaint: -my friend wasn't a fan of the brisket grilled cheese bc she said the brisket was a little too fatty and not the 'melt in your mouth' kind of fat, but 'chewy hard to swallow' kind of fat Overall good experience!

The most mediocre $20 chicken sandwich meal ever. Smallest bit of fried chicken on there. Maybe 1/4…read moreof a chicken breast. Terrible fries. Terrible beer. Not worth the money.