This was not what I was expecting -- in the best way possible. I came here with a friend who had…read morevisited the previous location before they moved, and I can confidently say this experience delivered exactly what I needed. First, let's address the only downside: my burger was slightly overcooked. The server was very kind and attentive, but by the time she came back around to check on us, it felt a little late to send it back. I decided to remove the meat and enjoy the rest of the burger -- and surprisingly, it was still very good. My only hope for next time is that everything comes out cooked exactly as intended. Now for the positives -- because there are plenty. The wait time was excellent. We didn't have to wait for a table, and the food came out in a timely manner. That level of efficiency definitely adds to the overall experience. This restaurant is clearly operating at a high level. The location is great, the atmosphere is welcoming, and everything feels well-managed. You can tell there's pride behind what they're doing. We ordered The Goat Burger with Crispy Buttered Taters and started with the Fried Deviled Eggs. The fried deviled eggs were a standout. They had a salty base with a slight kick of heat, and the pickled onions brought in a sweet, tangy balance that elevated the dish. The salty-sweet combination worked beautifully together. A strong appetizer choice. As for The Goat Burger -- aside from being slightly overcooked -- the flavor was impressive. The patty was well seasoned, and the fried goat cheese paired with bacon created a rich, savory profile that complemented the crispy buttered taters perfectly. Everything worked cohesively on the plate. Even after removing the meat, the toppings and structure still delivered strong flavor. The food was absolutely worth the money. I left feeling full and satisfied without feeling overly heavy, which is always a plus. This is a place I will go back to again and again. I would confidently recommend it to others -- great location, good food, good people, and solid service. They also offer wine and beer for those who want to enjoy a drink with their meal. Overall, a very strong experience. I'm looking forward to coming back -- and next time, I'm hoping everything comes out cooked perfectly.

Came to town for my older daughter's college tour at WCU and looked up foragers on a previous visit…read moreand looked up the reviews so decided to bring the whole family +1 and give it a try. The layout of the restaurant is very homey with the Green velvet love seat by the door in the waiting area. It seems very casual with mostly family's and a few couples at the bar. When we arrived there was a short wait so we walked out to admire the Jackson County Courthouse on the hill across the street. After our brief walk our table was ready. We had my wife, son 2 daughters and the oldest one's boyfriend who goes to WCU. We started with the fried deviled egg and cheesy prosciutto croquettes for an appetizer. Big fan of the tomato jam and croquettes so much that I saved the remaining portion for my Gouda grits. They have a wide variety on the menu so everyone found a meal they would enjoy. My wife got the motherclucker chicken sammich with a salad, my youngest daughter got pasta Alfredo, my son got the Rueben, I ordered the fish tacos with Gouda grits and Karlea and Tristan got a basic burger and fries. Other than being messy, my fish tacos were tasty with the slaw and blueberry composite. My wife liked her chicken sammich even though it was at the edge of her threshold for spicy. Brody enjoyed his Rueben but the seasoned veggies were a bit bland. Forager seems like a Sylva staple that will stay on my shortlist. Cheers!

City lights cafe is a very cozy and fun place to hang out. The servers are all friendly people that…read moreare good to converse with and they are great at preparing the food and beverages. Today was my first time coming here. I tried the iced lovestruck latte, a special valentine's themed drink that was created by a barista. It was pretty good. Upstairs there is a book store with a wide variety of choices. They have a system where you can ask them if they have a specific book in stock and they will tell you. You are also able to have books ordered if they are not in stock as well! Inside the bookstore there is a sweet cat that enjoys napping and pets. Very neat place.

The food was fantastic, there are games to play at each table and the staff are very nice. Loved…read morethe music that gave the whole cafe a cozy feeling.

This is my second time here. Menu varies throughout the year and always very interesting items. My…read moreonly complaint is the serving sizes. For example, I love the meatball over polenta appetizer but there is such a small amount of polenta. And for the price, it would be nice to be have a little more pasta served with the entrees. I've never gotten a doggie bag here because the portions are small and after spending over $100 for 2, it would be nice to have a little bit of leftovers. That said, food is delicious and obviously all homemade. Cocktail selection is very unique, hip and good. Service is excellent and the servers really know their stuff! Service

This was my first time at Ilda and it was really good! We started with the grilled caesar salad…read morewhich was my favorite thing! We also tried the mussels, mushroom fettuccine and a rabbit dish that I'm totally forgetting the name of. The rabbit dish was amazing but it had too much salt. The mushroom fettuccine on the other hand was lacking something, it didn't have that umami flavor to it. However, both were really good selections and you could tell that the pasta was handmade. As for the mussels they were good, but I probably wouldn't order them again. Our server was wonderful and the inside of Ilda is super cute! I would definitely recommend this restaurant to friends, but I think you need to make a reservation in advance. Also - give yourself some time to find parking ahead of time - they don't have a designated lot.

Stopped in for lunch today and we enjoyed our meal the staff was helpful choosing a selection. I…read morehad the Hot Honey Biscuit and my wife had the salad. They were fairly busy and everything went great.

Best turkey sandwich I've ever had in my life. It's called their basic turkey sandwich, but it is…read moreanything but "basic." More like perfect. Insanely flavorful. Service was great, and quick, even though they seemed busy. Great vibes there.

We had been wanting to try Josh's Backstreet Takeout for a very long time and we finally made it…read morein. We picked up lunch after checking out the menu online. They specialize in wraps and bowls, but I of course, had to check out the specials. I went with the special which was called the Takoraisu. The Takoraisu is Ground beef and Rotel tossed in a unique Tex-Mex-Asian fusion of spices served over rice. Add your favorite toppings, a packet of sour cream, picante sauce, and top it off with a bag of crumbled Doritos. For $10 you're not beating their prices. Ashley went with the Cheesy Chicken Wrap which was only $7.50. The Takoraisu was a huge serving and for sure could have been split between two people. I started it and ate a little more than half and then had to wait two hours to finish it off. I also got to try Ashley's Cheesy Chicken wrap, which had a lot of flavor. Josh's is for sure a great spot to stop by and pick up lunch. Very large servicing and great prices and of course it's local. You can't beat that!

100% recommend! Amazing food and the service is outstanding. Must try the cheezy chicken!read more

I just popped in here while walking around Sylva. I didn't expect much but the cider beer was so…read moregood and the staff was so cool that I stayed for hours and ended up ordering food--despite what their Magic 8-Ball said. This is simply a friendly place with good food, great beer, and amazing prices. Definitely recommended!

This is the portobello burger. It's has spinach artichoke on it. It was good but super messy. The…read moretator tots side dish are always good. They top them with parmesan and seasonings. I stopped in for a quick bite on Tuesday night and it turned out to be trivia night. Don't come that night unless you're actually playing trivia because every time I tried to sit down, I was told the seat was reserved. Wide variety of beers and I like how they include description on the menu. Some places like Lazy Hiker just have the name and you have to ask the bartender what each one is like.

This pizza was so delicious and has now made mad batter become one of my favorite spots to eat…read morearound western carolina. The servers are friendly and it didn't take too long for the food to come out. The inside is very groovy and fun. When I was here, they were having music bingo. Other nights they do karaoke and such.

Cool local bar right on the downtown strip . Great pizza , Lots of high top seating . No seating…read moreoutside . Lots od draft beer. They have music as well

We wandered in after window shopping looking for dinner. Beautiful interior, wonderful staff! No…read morewait! Steak with browned ramp butter, seasonal fare. Delicious!

Had the Thai soup - it was a full bowl and delicious! Just enough spice. My friend had a Caesar…read moresalad with salmon- it looked amazing. Our server was sweet, gave a great recommendation for the Thai soup and took great care of us. Cute restaurant, cozy and quiet.

The food is always good here. It's a nice rustic, comfortable restaurant. I love that they have a…read moresalsa bar - they have a super hot habanero one and really good long hots with onions. I got a chicken burrito combo. It comes with rice and refried beans. Very good and reasonably priced at $10.75.

I was extremely surprised and happy to have a nice meal at El Patron. The restaurant is very big…read moreand I thought that it was going to be generic and impersonal, but on the contrary, it was very good. We ordered a chimichanga with fajita veggies, and some green sauce enchiladas. The cheese and veggies on the chimichanga were amazing, and although the chimichanga was not crunchy, it was still delicious. So were the enchiladas. I would be a repeat customer here.

My family had a late lunch on 08MAY2026 at Creekside because we wanted a dog friendly restaurant…read morewith an outdoor space and good food. When our server Abigail came to the table, she leaned down so Mocha could greet her, which shows what a kind person Abigail is! Abigail brought water for the 3 of us and for our dog. My mother had the fried catfish and it was delicious. My wife had the mahi sandwich, which she enjoyed. I had the Monte Cristo sandwich, which was very good. The first Monte Cristo I had was 40 years ago at Disney World Town Cafe. They had raspberry jelly for dipping the sandwich so the savory of the sandwich and the sweet of the raspberries made an interesting contrast, which would be my only suggestion to make your Monte Cristo better. Thanks Abigail for great service and Creekside for great food!

My absolute favorite feature of Creekside is that it literally is creekside! I loved sitting…read moreoutside along the creek while we waited for our food. Their garden salad is huge and delicious, with homemade dressing. I just ordered a side of grilled shrimp to go with it and was stuffed. This was a great place to stop on our way to the Smokies.