We happened to be lucky enough to be spending a couple of days close to this gem of a coffee shop…read more We stopped in the first day because I heard someone in the lobby of hotel mention she was enjoying a Peanut Butter & Jelly Latte from the shop nearby. We walked over and we were so glad we did! By PB&J Iced Latte was so good! The cold foam on top was so yummy and the drink really did taste like a PB&J. The Iced Chai was also delish! It was spicy and not overly sweet. We stopped by before we left town the next day - for one more PB&J Latte, another Chai as well as the Blackberry Lemonade and a few baked treats for the road. The Blackberry Lemonade was a fun drink - icey and refreshing! (It was pretty sweet, but also tart - really good) The staff were SO welcoming (especially the sweetest baby ever at the register ) Everyone behind the counter was smiling and actively working which is why our drinks were ready fairly quickly both days despite the crowd. The shop had fun little gifts and stickers which tempted us while we waited. We were happy to see so many Gluten Free treat options - they were all individually wrapped which made them even safer for our son with celiac. This is a great place - we will definitely stop in next time we are in the area!

This is one of our favorite breakfast cafes in the Banner Elk area. We make it a point to stop here…read moreat least once when we're in high country. The husband and wife team do a fantastic job from top to bottom here. Coffees, teas and drinks galore with tons of variety. Every drink we've had has been fantastic. And the food options are plentiful as well. Not just your typical bakery items, but a full menu with savory options, wraps, bagels, sandwiches, you name it. My all time favorite here...the piled high turkey club on an everything bagel. You can't take small bites on this one. Full of flavor, fresh and delicious. If you have time, make a morning pit stop here. You won't regret it.

A gem of a place in the quaint town of Spruce Pine. The…read morecoziest of spaces serving a range of coffee drinks, light bites and everything house made menu items. 'Twas so good, had to go back a second time for lunch. The warmest & kindest staff, always smiling while serving up some delicious delights. Tried as many menu items as I possible could. Wish I could try more... Monte Cristo Sandwich Made with the most incredible & unbelievable house made bread, served with house made jam. An absolute treat. Blueberry French toast Thick cuts of the same unbelievable house made bread cooked to perfection on the griddle. A delightful crispy crunch on top, soft & delicious on the inside. Egg Sandwich... with bacon Creamy scrambled eggs, thick cuts of bacon, cheese and the most incredible house made mayo aioli. Turkey Sandwich More of the same amazing house made bread & a generous amount of turkey cuts served with chips. Thank you to Fox & the Fig for such an amazing experience. Would happily made a return trip to Spruce Pine just to visit

A hidden gem in WNC!! Grateful to live in the area and can pop in anytime. They use fresh…read moreingredients and bake their own bagels and bread on site. Very friendly staff . Good vibes. I love the matcha lemonade too!!

Coffee Shop No. 491 Fred and Larry's Coffee…read moreBanner Elk, NC April 7, 2025 This is my second time visiting Fred and Larry's Coffee Shop in Banner Elk, North Carolina. The first time was September 13, 2021; the ending stages of COVID so customers were not allowed in the shop. I ended up drinking coffee outside with three local gentlemen; one of the them was Larry. He is an owner and a Marine Veteran. We had some good laughs and I learned a lot about Banner Elk and the surrounding area. After visiting Fred and Larry's Coffee the first time, I realized I wanted to make exploring local coffee shops a part of my life; and here I am almost 500 coffee shops later. On my second trip I enjoyed a cortado while relaxing on Fred and Larry's big comfy leather couch. The barista was super friendly. She is definitely an incredible asset to the shop. Thank you Fred and Larry for making delicious coffee and providing a relaxing setting to meet new people and dream up new adventures in life. Enjoying life one cortado at a time!

This little coffee shop is a must if you are visiting Banner Elk!…read moreI don't usually drink coffee but my husband has to have it. They make something for everyone with homemade treats as well. There may be a line - but it's worth the wait!

Do not drive past this charming shop, bakery and ice cream haven Enroute to Boone without stopping…read moreto enjoy a visit, pie, cake, banana pudding, ice cream shake, sundae, cone or home made lemonade! As a retail consultant, I also applaud their merchandising! Delightful! Show them love!

Desserts are excellent. BUT, tried to go today, during posted business hours and found a closed…read moresign. After driving 35 minutes to visit this store, it is very frustrating to find it suddenly, inexplicably closed. Use your time wisely and go elsewhere.

Best Breakfast, Lunch and Coffee Menu in the area! If you are looking for a wonderful place to eat…read moreor grab coffee in their dining room or through drive through, this is THE place in Newland NC. Big Mikes Coffee has a signature brisket sandwich which taste incredible! Make this your TOP spot to come.

Passing through on vacation and needed my afternoon coffee. This is only three blocks off the road…read moreand well worth the stop. If you don't know it's in the campground you'll drive past it like we did. We looped around and found it and I am so glad we did. I ordered an iced Cafe Latte with almond milk--excellent! The interior is spacious and has a cozy seating area with couches or tables to work or play games with friends. Outside has a playground and rockers and swings to relax the time away

What a delightful place! Beautiful outdoor seating. Cozy inside seating and delicious coffee! All…read morefor a good course... a mountain community win in my book!

We found this cafe after picking out our Christmas tree. It was the perfect spot to get a cup of…read morecoffee and some lunch after exploring the tree farm. What stood out the most about this cafe is the wonderful service. They treated us like family and made sure we had the best experience. I highly recommend this place!

Amazing Coffee!!!! The truck was located in a great place to get a quick bite and coffee…read moreThey had Delicious Muffins...A must visit place if we are in the Area... the person at the place was very friendly... I came on Monday morning too and noticed they are open Wednesday to Sunday... The service was Fabulous....!!

Guy that runs the shop is very nice. I enjoyed speaking with him. The coffee is locally roasted in…read moreCharlotte North Carolina it taste a bit like Starbucks and has that almost burnt taste. I didn't care for it very much. I drink my coffee black so good coffee is harder to find. If it has some of the add ins like cream and sugar or Carmel it may have tasted better but for me after about 1/4 of the cup I was done with it. Just not my style of coffee. I tried one of the fresh made coffee cake muffins and it was pretty good. I do think he microwaved it before handing it to me which if I would have known I would have asked him not to do. I don't like anything that's been in a microwave. So I ate the top of the muffin and it was very tasty and very sweet and feed some birds the rest of it when I stopped at the brown mountain overlook. I really wanted the croissant but they were pre-made and already had sausage on them. I just wanted egg and cheese or just cheese but that wasn't an option. All in all for a Sunday morning breakfast at a campground were nothing else was available it was good. I may try something else next time or just make my own coffee at the campsite.

Such a cozy bar. Wish I could have stayed all day. Everyone is very friendly…read more The cold brew martini was phenomenal.

We had been driving for 2+ hours headed to our airb&b and stop here to kill some time. Best…read moredecision ever, staff was super friendly, they have several TV's and had the sound on for the football game. Had the pleasure of meeting the owners who were just as amazing! Staff recommended so many things to do. They have a great selection of beer & wine as well as a full bar. Definitely stop by for a drink or two

Went again! So good! Get here. Perfect bakery vibes, excellent service, and absolutely delicious…read moreconcoctions. All so tasty.

If you come to this area you will hear about this establishment. It 1000% lives up to the hype…read more The chess bars were to die for! Followed closely by the crème brûlée. Everything I took a taste of was delicious. It is an amazing building and the staff all need raises for their friendly demeanor and quick steps. Great if you need to take something to clients or need a spot to park and work with a sweet snack.

One of my new favorite places in the Boone area when I go. There is no shortage of coffee shops in…read morethe Boone/ Blowing Rock area but Mountain Dog offers a little more than average - a dog park and much more. There are small freezers with Sheppard's pie's and other pies as well as cakes and biscuits. The food is a little pricey but they are all hefty meals. The coffee selection is a honest selection of a typical coffee shop but there is a special menu that is separate from the main "traditional" menu. The special menu is a compilation of special drinks (dog inspired). We tried the goldendoodle which was golden milk with chai and it was really good. The staff was quick and helpful and fun to talk with. This place is highly recommended!

Cute little corner place down the road from our cabin. They have a convenient drive thru as well…read more Good coffee. Love the variations of flavors. Their cinnamon roll is absolutely divine!