Great food. The prime rib was awesome. The chef must have measuring difficulty; the 10 ounce was…read morehuge. Done to perfection. The restaurant is upscaled Italian with a variety of foods. A nice choice in the NC mountains. Our server, Bella, was very attentive and personable. This was an excellent experience.

Great Mother's Day brunch menu and dessert menu, had the salmon special it was delicious! Will…read moredefinitely be back. Their daily menu looked wonderful. Service and atmosphere were excellent! Outdoor and indoor seating available!

My family was just passing through to hike some trails and Ride the GSMR and found this wonderful…read moreGem. We ate there both days we were in town. Julie, Jenna, and Victoria made us feel just like one of the family. The Food was amazing. If they just made biscuits and collard greens, it would have been worth a 4 hour drive. We had Catfish, Meatloaf, Pork Chops, Burgers and Chicken during our 2 days. Everything was "Grandma worthy", If your grandma was one of those grandmas all your friends wanted to visit just hoping she was cooking that day. The decor is so quaint and homey. Proudly acknowledging our Lord and Saviour. I can't wait to visit again next year. Completely jealous of the people of Murphy

Been a frequent customer of Julie's for many years now. The food and service never disappoints if…read moreit does they make it right. Seeing they had a new item on the menu, prime rib I decided to try it. It was very tasteful and seasoned with a good crust. The basket of fried mushrooms as an appetizer was very fresh and fried perfectly. Their cream corn is one of my favorites. The restaurant is cute and decorated in a way that it makes you feel very comfortable.

Exactly what you expect from a true breakfast joint. Friendly people and delicious food all for a…read morereasonable price. Shoutout to Kayla for being a fabulous server. Coffee was great. Ordered scrambled eggs, sausage, hash browns, biscuit and side of gravy and potions were large. Also ordered a waffle (delicious), scrambled eggs, sausage. Do not leave this place without a biscuit. Just like Granny made. They even have apple butter. This is an old time diner vibe and everything about it is just so good.

Came in on a Sunday afternoon and were seated right away. Our server was really nice and friendly…read more It can get pretty noisy with the small space. We got our food pretty quickly. Because of the name I thought it would be different from Waffle House and with the parking lot so packed but to be honest it was exactly like Waffle House but with a different name because the seats, shape of the restaurant and how everything was done (food) is exactly like Waffle House.

I am stoked by this restaurant. Nick's kitchen produces exquisite plates in a beautiful…read moreenvironment. Our hostess and server was Emily who could not have been more attentive or helpful. Shrimp and Grits? Three times, even better than some coastal restaurants. Grilled Salmon? A big 10 for the table. Deserts good, Bread Pudding (in GA?) large and spot on. I could go on. Oh, good wine list and bar. This location has been several things over the past 40 years and I have experienced most of them. We stopped considering it due to the instability/inconsistencies. This time, everything is grade A and has been consistently excellent on six different occasions over two years. Food quality and prep is now superb. Dinners are special and I am not sure it is the same kitchen of crew for lunches. The restaurant is housed in The Ridges which has a hotel that requires 3 meals per day. We travel the Southeast regularly and get to try Hotels and Restaurants along the way. Coming from the New Orleans and Tampa areas, we usually have high expectations for a restaurant.

Amazing dinner! We arrived at 5 on a Tuesday because we were…read morestaying at the resort. We enjoyed a lazy 2 hour beautiful dinner! It was happy hour, so we enjoyed HH Old Fashions before dinner. For starters, the chef sent out a wonderful spinach artichoke pastry app. We shared a Farmhouse Salad, and changed out the goat cheese to Blue cheese. For dinner, our server suggested Halibut and Short Ribs, so that is what we ordered. There was no rush and we enjoyed some wonderful tasting food!. Our service was perfect. Not rushed and there when we need her. The ambiance was supper club sophistication but with a casual vibe. It was so good, we plan to go back tomorrow night also!!

We stopped at this place for dinner. We were pleasantly surprised. The place was decorated for…read moreChristmas and the employees were very nice. We were seated at a booth that had duct tape holding it together but other than that everything else was great. They have a buffet which the locals tended to favor. We opted for a grilled chicken breast with baked potato & the chicken tender platter. The food was very good and there was enough leftover for tomorrow's lunch. Our waitress Lexxi was very nice & attentive. They had Coke products too! We will return!

Stopped in on a road trip, looking for a hole in the wall, good for the soul breakfast. Needless to…read moresay I'm speechless. Quant, feels like home, glistening biscuits, fresh strawberries, & ALL homemade!! Staff was friendly, I couldn't be more pleased.

We spent our anniversary at BlackBerry Farm and had the most wonderful time. Farm to table dishes…read morefor all three meals is something I could get used to. The beautiful fresh produce complimented the expertly cooked and seasoned proteins. There wasn't a single thing we ate that we didn't enjoy. In between meals, we made sure to stay active to earn our appetite. The property offers access to great trails in the Smokies which we took advantage of as well as a lovely outdoor pool with a view. The room itself was pleasant as well. It was hard to leave the luxurious king bed every morning. The heated floors in the bathroom and the comfy sitting area made our Holly Springs cottage suite the perfect home base. We were also assigned our own golf cart to get around the property (although we chose to walk mostly to take in the views). Service was top notch and the staff were wonderful. Every evening they surprised us with a little treat for our anniversary which was very thoughtful. We couldn't have asked for a better stay!

We have talking about BlackBerry Farms for years and that we needed to go. We knew it was…read moreexpensive, but the recounting of our friends kept drawing our interest back in. We decided to take the plunge and we are so happy we did. It's a 3 night minimum and frankly a great idea to take it all in. We enjoyed the following activities ; Fly Fishing, wine tasting , the spa , a farm tour , & tomato tasting. All were spectacular and unique to themselves. The culinary experience is nothing short of a Michelin experience for dinner. The price is all inclusive , sans your alcohol. The service is world class and the staff makes you feel so welcome. Whether it's a special occasion or a bucket list item , I would say it's a must in your lifetime !! Side note- We thought this would be a one and done. However, the level of experience and ability to unplug was extremely therapeutic. Hope you enjoy the review by LIKING it and sharing feedback :).

Been here several times for breakfast and lunch.. highly recommended.. great food and service.read more

We stopped by for breakfast after my husband had a colonoscopy- so he was really hungry. We had to…read morewait for just 15 minutes or so - this place is popular and for good reason. Super fast and friendly service and their breakfasts are huge and delicious. I ordered the Nottely Scramble and it was delicious as was the sausage. Keith ordered The Morning Sampler. The grits here are off the chain! Just great high quality down home food!

Visited a few weeks back. Grateful they are open on sundays but their service sucked. We waited…read moreforever for service. Like 15 minutes before someone came to greet our table. Then once we finally ordered our coffee, it took 15 minutes and another 5 after that for water. My coffee was dropped off without sweetener, which ordinarily would've been just fine, but my coffee was so bitter. My husband had to go inside to flag somebody down for sweetener. Food arrived and it had plastic on the salad. Which is no big deal but they barely apogized and seemed to careless. Overall, the whole experience just left something to be desired. The food was good but we probably won't be back because of the service.

We came back to The Crown to celebrate my 65th birthday and the experience was extraordinary!…read moreTiffany was delightful as our server. Thursday night is when the locals come to play blue grass music so we wanted to be seated at the pavilion so we could enjoy the music. It was a perfect night to sit outside and listen to so much talent. And the food! They have a new Autumn menu and we all tried something different. I got the stuffed trout which was amazing, my husband ordered the pork chop which he devoured. The other two dishes ordered were the Masala and the chicken. We were all members of the clean plate club. We ordered the chocolate dessert and it was so good we ordered another! Out hostess and wait staff were delightful, amazing ambiance that is unmatched and the food stellar. This is my new favorite place. I cannot give it enough accolades

Visiting Blue Ridge and stoped by Mercier Orchards on a perfect cold day. Let me just say this is a…read morepopular tourist attraction so it had its fair share of people so come with some patience. Outside it has some beautiful views worth stopping for a photo and stopping at the bakery inside for some fried pies and cider donuts are a must! The fried pies were okay but the Cider Donuts are a show stopper. They also have tons of other things like fruits and veggies, toys, books, figurines, wine and more!

First things first -- get ready for a drive. This place is…read morenot just "down the street." It's a journey. But let me be very clear: it is 100% worth it. From the moment you arrive, you can tell Mercier Orchards is something special. There is so much packed into this one location that it almost feels like a small village built around apples and everything that comes with them. Inside the main store, the selection is honestly overwhelming in the best way possible -- home goods, gifts, jams, jellies, preserves, baking mixes, sauces, butters, ciders... anything and everything apple-related, plus plenty of other fruit-based goodies. It's the kind of place where you say "I'm just going to browse" and then walk out with bags of stuff you didn't know you needed. Then there's the bakery. Seven lines. All long. And all moving surprisingly well. I eventually stepped out of line after about 15 minutes, but not before getting a solid look at the pastries, pies, breads, and desserts -- everything looked incredible. Even without buying anything that round, the bakery alone is worth the stop. Now let's talk about the apple picking experience -- because this is where the magic really happens. Riding out on a trailer attached to a tractor felt like something straight out of a fall movie. The views, the air, the vibe -- it's peaceful, exciting, and nostalgic all at the same time. The apples change with the season, and the ones we picked were delicious and lasted a long time. No pesticides, just straight calcium. Fresh, crisp, and perfect. And yes... get a bag or three like I did. You're going to want them. The entire place also makes for amazing photo opportunities. Whether it's the orchard, the tractor ride, the store, or the scenery -- this is one of those spots where your camera roll is guaranteed to fill up. The only negative moment of the day happened when I went to grab some cider and one of the guys behind the counter completely ignored me. I actually had to call him out -- like, "Did you not see me standing here?" Not great. But that one interaction couldn't even come close to outweighing everything else this place offers. Bottom line: If you're anywhere in the area -- or even thinking about making a day trip -- you absolutely have to go. It's a little off the beaten path, so I don't expect most people to just "stumble" upon it... but if you plan it, you won't regret it. This is an experience, not just a stop.

Love the decor inside…read more Was in town for the District Honor Band during a weekend in February 2026 which also coincides with Valentine weekend, and President day weekend, and there's a chili cookoff happening. Long story short, Saturday morning around 10AM this place was packed and people were waiting in line outside of the shop. I tried the Aftercare Latte. So so so good! Bought also blueberry sconce and guava turnovers - haven't had chance to try them yet.

During my Blue Ridge vacation, I was hopeful that I would find a place that does coffee the right…read moreway. After having coffee all around this place, I can confidently say that Mountain Mama's Coffee is doing it the right way. As a former roaster, I can appreciate the small things like how they worked the bar during a rush, the customer service of the staff, and attention to detail by the baristas to ensure every shot was pulled, milk steamed perfectly, and providing quality coffee. This hands down is the best coffee shop in this area. I had a cup of drip coffee which was a blend of Peru and Brazilian coffee beans. It was nice to finally be able to enjoy a black cup of coffee on this trip. I also had a cheese danish and a Morning bun which were both tasty and satisfying. The environment was very cool! Loved the decor and it was a nice size space that used every corner they could without it compromising the aesthetic. Sad I didn't get to Mountain Mama's earlier on this trip but I know from here on out it will be the only coffee shop I come to.