The Katharine is one of our favorite restaurants for a nice meal. The food is incredible, and this…read morevisit was no exception. They have probably the best French Onion soup (Gratinèe Soupe à l'Oignon) I have ever tasted, I loved that the bread maintained a slight crispness around the edges even though the soup was perfectly cooked and the bread absorbed it well. I had the Filet Mignon de Porc as my entree, and the pork was cooked just right, it was so tender and juicy, with a nice peppery crust and smoky (but not overwhelming) flavor. My wife had the Steak Frites, which was very tender and cooked perfectly. I would tell you about the dessert, but we were too full and satisfied to even try one. The atmosphere is nice, not maybe quite as private as some restaurants, but the ambient noise is light and feels more private than the layout would suggest. The lighting is dim but not so dark that you can't see just fine. All around it was perfect for our anniversary dinner. Peyton was our waitress, and I cannot say enough good things about the job she did! She was attentive and very warm and friendly, not sugary sweet in the way some people do that comes off as cloying or insincere, but rather conversational and pleasant. I don't know how much they pay Peyton, but it isn't enough. All around, the whole experience made for a delightful meal and experience! And our previous experience there was just as good, so I recommend it very highly!!

Sticking with my 5 star here. Always amazing food and always hits the spot when I need a little…read moreFrench cuisine and I can't be in France !! We had our menu planned ! Truffle fries, not really French but a must , usually nice and it when I get them here but today they were just a bit sad as it seemed they had been sitting for a bit. Anyway I'm just going to put that to the side and give them a chance to correct that next time. Then the French onion soup which was I have to say perfection! The pull on the cheese was on point. The broth so flavorful . Steaming hot on this one . The escargot. Yes another must here. Always decadent . Buttery and garlicky . Awesome. The mushroom risotto. Yes I know not french but they do it so well here. Rich and creamy and perfectly cooked where it's not mushy, different kinds of mushrooms and I love they add peas. Perfect comfort food. Service was excellent and with a smile. Ambiance always classy and we watched a little World Cup too. Katherine is my goto for classic food and a great bar. One of the best in Winston.

Café Violette is pure culinary perfection in the heart of vibrant and spunky Blowing Rock. My wife…read moreand I came up for a quick getaway, and this spot turned out to be the highlight of our trip. We lucked out with a table on the cozy patio sitting on Main Street, where the town buzzes with life. The interior is beautiful and refined, but the outdoor setting, with the fresh mountain air and the hum of the town, created the perfect backdrop for a special evening. Service was impeccable. Gracious, attentive, and perfectly timed throughout the night. We began with a chilled French Chenin Blanc that paired beautifully with our appetizers. The escargot, bathed in a garlic cream and Gruyère sauce, was rich and mouth meltingly tasty. The braised and seared octopus was incredibly tender, deeply flavorful, and quite honestly, one of the best we've had anywhere. For mains, we shared the heirloom tomato burger, which was juicy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor. Alongside that, we split the mushroom burrata orecchiette, pillowy pasta coated in a creamy lemon pistachio pesto with locally sourced mushrooms. It was rich, bright, and beautifully composed. When dessert rolled around, we switched things up with cocktails. I had the old fashioned with a pistachio twist, complex and not overly sweet. My wife enjoyed a smooth and flavorful espresso martini. Both paired wonderfully with the finale: a creamy, light tiramisu and a house-made French éclair with fresh peaches. Each bite was the perfect ending to an already stunning meal. From start to finish, Café Violette delivered. The food, the service, the atmosphere, and the view all came together in the best possible way. This is French fine dining with soul, nestled in one of North Carolina's most charming towns. An absolute must-visit in Blowing Rock.

We had Stephanie she is the best waitress. This was the second time she was our server the fist…read morewas Mothers Day. Stephanie was chipper and it was the end of a long day for here. There were three of us and we had a lovely meal My daughter and I had amazing salmon so favourable it came with a bed of rice so creamy. I asked for bread it was hot and smelled so heavenly. We also had a small dinner salad I had Caesar and my daughter had regular small salad with ranch. Michael had steak and scallops cooked to perfection. The ladies had wine and Michael had his brown sugar old fashioned with extra cherries . Then we ordered two deserts a coconut cream brûlée and a pichstasio cake. We all liked the crème brûlée best. Stephanie was extremely attentive and we wanted for nothing. We will ask for her next time as well. Thank you chef and Stephanie for a lovely evening.

Sage & Salt Bistro never disappoints! My husband and I actually prefer the Station side because the…read morevibe is so much more relaxed and laid-back. We started with the blueberry THC Yum Yum, which was so good! Light, fruity, and really refreshing. The Caesar salad with Parmesan and focaccia croutons... need I say more?! So good. The tuna crudo was incredibly fresh, and my salmon was delicious. The mustard sauce had a nice sweetness to it, and the corn purée paired perfectly with the vegetables. In my husband's words, his scallop dish was a 10/10. I didn't try the scallops, but I loved the succotash! It was corn-heavy with bacon, white kidney beans, and a few other things I couldn't quite identify, but everything worked so well together. We finished with the apple hand pies served with vanilla ice cream -- definitely recommend saving room for dessert! Another great meal at Sage & Salt! Ricky and Jeremy behind the bar are fabulous!!!

We came here on a Thursday night for dinner. Our waiter was great and helpful when I had questions…read moreabout menu items and how to pronounce some menu items. We started with the beet salad and calamari. The beet salad was nice. It was tossed in the vinaigrette and had two different types of beets. The calamari was fried well and was a good portion. The filet was cooked medium and sitting in Brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes. The Brussel sprouts were expertly prepared and tasted amazing with the bite of filet and mashed potatoes. The Grilled Chicken Orecchiette was flavorful and tasty. I think the noddles were a bit strange for this dish. The meal tasted great and the noodles were cooked well but I just wasn't sure if I would have chose these noodles to go with this dish. The restaurant was backed though so people do seem to like it.

Penny Path Cafe is a small restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. The patio is perfect place…read moreto enjoy a crepe in the mornings. The crepes are very good with amazing flavor! Do yourself a favor and ensure that you try the Inside Out Cheesecake Crepe! You can thank me later. The service has been the only down side to Penny Patch as it is hit or miss and has been mediocre more times than not.

We were dropping my daughter off at a summer program at Wake Forest and had about an hour to grab…read moresome food. Village Tavern was my first pick, but was a 25+ min for a table and we were hungry and in somewhat of a rush. We made our way next door to penny path and I was excited for crepes and maybe even more excited for coffee. I had skipped my usual 2 cups that morning thanks to a rushed airport experience. The iced latte hit the spot. Even my 15 year old stole some sips because she liked it and isn't a coffee drinker (yet). As for the crepes it was ok. I went with the Brie, apple and turkey Brie which is usually an amazing combo but just wasn't doing it for me. I ate about half because I was famished and held off on the rest. My husband polished off his Hawaiian crepe and my daughter did the same with her pizza crepe. Since we were there for lunch we went savory over sweet, but the sweet ones did look good. I'd come back for coffee, but would probably eat elsewhere next time. However it was a very cute cafe in an adorable little center not too far from campus.

First night in blowing rock we got a rez here. Such a beautiful inn and restaurant and great…read moreservice. I had the halibut and chose acorn squash (all entrees come with mashed potatoes too). Delicious! One got steak au poivre and it was highly peppered but so tasty. One got steak and crab cake. One got Parmesan crusted chicken. Everything was so good! We brought home their signature banana cream pie and a peanut butter pie. Both great!

Make reservations months in advance for this gem! Located in an old stone manor, the Best Cellar is…read morethe best restaurant in Blowing Rock! The rack of lamb and buttermilk chicken are some of my favorites. The staff are very professional and seem to continue working there for years. The renovated the gathering area to make a rustic, yet upscale bar. Parking is not a problem because they offer valet.

We decided to check out the bistro while visiting my aunt in the area. Right away, we were greeted…read morewith beautiful decor of the winery. We had been to the winery before, but this is our first time trying the restaurant. I loved the menu selection. Everything sounded delicious. We ordered pimento cheese dip and pork rinds for the appetizer. It was delicious! For our wine, we ordered a Malbec by the bottle. It was very good as well. I ordered the steak baguette and a cup of tomato bisque for my entrée. Both were excellent and paired well with the wine! I would love to come back and try some more of the options. Everything sounded delicious!

This was our first time eating at the winery at we had a great experience. Our server, Kade was…read morefantastic. So polite and attentive. The pimento cheese dip is a must! I ordered the ribeye and it was cooked perfectly. I will certainly come again. And of course they have their yummy wines! You do need a reservation before eating here, so keep that in mind!

I visited Sir Winston Loft with friends in town for an event. Everything around wad overly crowded…read moreor required reservations but this was a nice chill spot. It gives hotel dining but in an elevated way. We were immediately sat and offered complements to our water-fruit and herbs. It was the perfect experience to elevate your water. The water was tasty too so that was an added bonus. I got a summer cocktail, The Jam Jar that felt disjointed-there was a mini spoon of lemon curd that I couldn't tell if I was supposed to stir it into the drink or enjoy it separately. I got the Indigo Steak Burger with fries that was well seasoned and good. The food felt a bit pricier-that's what made me lean into it being more of a hotel restaurant atmosphere. They had a variety of different items.

Came here for a work dinner. We had buffet with roast beef and salmon it was good. The sides were…read moremashed potatoes and salad. The ambiance is nice and the hosts were attentive. We had open bar and they kept that well stocked for our party of 25 people. I enjoyed their food and drinks.

Food, ambiance, service(Ruby) were all great! We were seated promptly without a reservation,read more

This is our go to place for company and it never disappoints. Everybody got something different…read moreand shared. The chicken and dumplings were amazing, so much flavor. The fried chicken. on the side as a protein with the wedge salad, they said the best fried chicken they've ever had. The roasted salmon dish was this world. Service was great! We sat out on the patio because it was a little warmer than inside and everything couldn't have been more perfect.

Husband and I wanted some coffee after an early morning appointment and we have driven past this…read morecoffee multiple times and decided to stop in. It has a quaint vibe. Cozy decor. Advertised that you can rent the space for events. Very simple coffee menu and they have a small ramen bar. The barista greeted us loudly when we walked in which was good because we did not see him until we were halfway into the shop. Super friendly guy. I ordered their Carmel toffee crunch latte and my husband ordered their cold brew. The barista explained it's more like an Americano which was perfect for my husband (if you've read my coffee reviews you know my husband drinks his coffee black). Our drinks were made quickly while we looked around and after we received them we took them to go. Both drinks were very well made. Latte wasn't overly sweet and husband said it was a good Americano. We will return to try some of their other menu items.

Upscale, relaxing atmosphere. Fast, friendly service. Love the Blueberry Lavender Latte!read more

Vintage is a spot where locals meet and get to relax or recharge while having a great evening. It's…read morealways a vibe here and the menu has some pretty decent food options as well. They have different drink specials during the week so that's always a plus. The staff are always working so diligently. Whenever I'm in Winston I love to stop by.

I was here last year with the kids and I came back tonight for my other daughter's birthday and…read morewe're having champagne and it's so good! This is a very cool hang in Winston-Salem I highly recommend coming here to play pool and drink