The meat was incredibly dry & tough on both the shredded chicken and pork sandwiches…read more The sauces were not impressive - not thick enough (thin liquid) and without a lot of flavor. The sides were also unremarkable - the fried okra was a little burned and soggy and the coleslaw was not crispy. The menu had limited choices. It's too bad that this NC town has only one good BBQ restaurant

I wish they were open while I was in school there because it is the best little dive bar. Our…read morebartender Bailey was super sweet and friendly which made our night even more enjoyable. We did not have the food there but they had a good looking menu. They have great beers on tap from los province (local brewery). This place also has the best daily specials in Boone. Check the website and look what it is because you may get some really great deals on food and drinks.

We had lunch there today. Very fast friendly service…read more The food was outstanding as always. The smell of fresh pit cooked bbq as you walk in gets you ready. They now have Alabama white bbq sauce and it is good.

We decided to go to The Pedalin Pig on a whim, after spotting it across the road from BobaBing! So…read moreglad we did because not only was the place packed with people, the bbq was absolutely delicious. We got the Two Meat Platter with Prime Brisket and St. Louis Ribs, which the cashier said were their specialties- so tender, fall-off-the-bone, smoky. For sides, we got hushpuppies and fried okra, which were again perfect- crispy and savory goodness. It came with their apple butter and bbq sauce, both were chef's kiss. Ambiance and service were good. There's a parking lot upfront. 10/10 would recommend!

We ate lunch here on Monday and went inside. Ordered our…read morefood on the kiosk with no issues. They alert you on your phone when it's ready. Every thought was very good. We will be back.

Come Back Shack is a fast food restaurant. But it is different than what you think of fast food…read more The original Boone location has a drive-thru and both indoor and outdoor seating. My burger was delicious and above and beyond any fast-food burger I have had before, at comparable prices. They serve grass-fed beef, chuck, round and sirloin. It is fresh, not frozen, and the meats are without hormones. My portion of fries was large, and I couldn't finish them. A smaller portion option would have been nice. I found the setup here confusing, as I wasn't sure where to enter from the parking lot, and then I wasn't sure where to order. Ordering is done at the kiosk or via a QR code. So expect a wait for the kiosk. I use kiosks and apps often, but this particular system was not smooth. I found the kiosk not as easy to use as it should have been; after I selected what I wanted, there was no way to get to the next screen to check out. I went with the build-your-own and was also disappointed that tomatoes weren't an option to add to the burger, but maybe they were out. They are a cashless business. When your order is ready, it is placed on a front cart, while drinks and sauces are self-serve. If I return, I will likely stick to the drive-thru, as that seems to be a much smoother ordering experience. Having a real person take your order and hand you everything you need at the window beats fighting with the kiosk inside.

I have so many good memories of this place when it was under the Woodlands banner, as this was…read morealmost certainly the best barbecue in the High Country in those days. The Pedalin' Pig may reside in the same location that Woodlands once occupied, and the layout may not be different, but nothing feels genuine about the food offered here. The quality and flavor of the offerings seem equivalent to pre-packaged barbecue and sides you'd pick up in a supermarket. I must not be the only one unimpressed, for this place used to be quite popular but now I rarely find many diners present here. Lower demand may be helping the speed of service, and the staff members seem pleasant, but I wonder if such a landmark is destined to fade into failure. Finding that Woodlands magic would be a great way to recover, but it seems unlikely. For the record, I've also eaten at Pedalin' Pig locations in Boone and Banner Elk, and I've never been impressed by them either. If you like those, then maybe the food here will suit you fine. But if you prefer the Woodlands of old, friends, you'd best just rely on your memories rather than trying what's left behind.

The old Woodlands venue and still reminiscent. Friendly staff and plenty of seating and parking…read more Bar located adjacent, upstairs and downstairs venue. Large food menu with a solid variety of items and BBQ sauces. Large portions, reasonable prices, and all the food was tasty. Definitely recommend the fried pickles, BBQ platters, and Mac & Cheese.

They make amazing food every time! Servers are so friendly. Sometimes it's a wait for a table, but…read moreit's worth it. I love that they have modifications you can make if you have food allergies or you don't particular ingredient.

We ate here last night and sat in the bar area. After about 10 minutes, I went to the hostess and…read moreasked who our server was supposed to be, I.e., maybe this place was different than others and the bar tender didn't service the tables (she did). The hostess took our drink and food order, and took care of us because the bartender was *that* inattentive. I ordered a double Maker's Mark neat, and my wife ordered a Manhattan. My drink came neat, but it was a Manhattan. My wife'sa Manhattan came on ice, as ordered. The pours were really, really tiny. We both ordered bowls, which were decent. Nothing to write home about. Bottom line - food okay; service terrible, but saved by Sadie, the hostess. She got a nice tip. The bartender got nothing, which I hadn't done for decades.

food was amazing! there nachos was amazing! our server was great! and had a great environment!read more

Went to the Local with my wife last night. Sat inside . We ordered Steak and Frites. We shared it…read moreand the steak was delicious. The amount of fries that came with it was enough for 3 people. The atmosphere is good and the beer selection is also very good. Our waitress was excellent and overall we enjoyed it very much. Definitely recommend coming here when in Boone.

Just disappointing. Ordered the hummus from this "Farm" to Flame truck and they threw carrots ,…read morecelery and a bag of Stacy's chips, with red pepper hummus. You would have thought with a pizza oven they would produce something farm, fresh and flavorful, something? The celery was awesome! At least the pita should come out of your oven

Get pizza while you get beer. 10/10 american experience. doesn't take long for the food to come…read moreout. service is great. and the vibe of the place is super chill. great eatery.

Really nice place. We were seated quickly, even when busy. Drinks were good…read more Waiter was super nice. Food was good. We got the Philly cheese Philly and it was good, my wife really liked it, it had a lot of cheese. Nashville Chicken tenders as an addition was great! Will return!

Great atmosphere for a nice sunny day especially after a long hike!…read more What better way to replenish your fuel than coming to booneshine! The onion rings are battered very well and have the perfect crunch paired w a delicious sauce!! homemade too! I also ordered the supreme cauliflower crust small pizza. I would say it was definitely quite smaller than expected however it still hit the spot. The brews and drinks were of course delicious as well. I recommend coming on a nice day to sit outside on the lawn chairs as they also provide drinks outside and light bar food such as fries and burgers !

Delicious food, lovely service…read more I was visiting the area and this place and the menu caught my attention. 'The Gamekeeper', what name could be more intriguing for a unique dining experience? I was not disappointed in the food. All selections were ideally prepared, seasonally balanced, and well paired. What I was really pleased about was the service. The staff elevate the entire experience. To name one or two would leave out what was an incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and cohesive Team. I would certainly recommend The Gamekeeper to anyone looking for the complete dining experience.

Let's just start out with the obvious. The service, meal options and atmosphere are tops. Our…read moreparty of 6 was fortunate to have Allan G as our server. The wine and cocktails assistance was great and the mixed grill appetizers were perfect. The bison short ribs are killer. A very enjoyable evening. Everyone in the party raved about the meal and service. Bravo to the chef, staff and management. Our first trip to the area proved challenging on a rainy night in the mountains. We opted for transport via uber and Lyft services. FYI it's almost impossible to confirm service in Blowing Rock. With no show transportation at 9:30 pm the staff jumped into action. Lucky for us the one driver that did show agreed make 2 trips.

Here's the break down. Tuna: 5 stars…read moreChicken and waffles sandwich: 4.5 stars Cali flatbread: 4.25 stars There was a mistake when our flatbread was brought out. but waitress was more than willing to fix the mistake. However, we liked it well enough to keep it (adding balsamic glaze). Quaint little spot. Entrance is inside the mall for those who may be confused. Would go back.

Great. Food Great service…read moreA wonderful lunch place to eat. Clean and neat. Good adult beverages as well.