Charming shop with great coffee selections. I also had a tasty warm spinach/cheddar scone and there…read moreare many sweeter options available. There is a small wine "shop" & a "farm shop" of locally crafted decor & provisions within the coffee shop. There is seating downstairs, up in a loft, & a few bistro tables outside. Staff are delightful!

Beautiful ambiance that invites you to come and stay awhile. Lots of variety too, from…read morePastries, quiches and all kinds of coffee and tea selections. No cold brew available, which was disappointing. But the do offer iced coffee. Nice surprise to see Cool Beans whole coffee beans for sale from Marietta Square, GA.

The owner is nearly always present, keeping her thumb on her business. Her staff is very friendly…read moreand their service is amazing. If they aren't busy, they will engage in conversation if you get them started! I particularly like the Bulldog, which is a Reuben on steroids! I've been going there for years and is one of my fav "girls day out" places.

Went with my cousin and her husband over the weekend and the sandwiches we got were pretty tasty! I…read moregot the Italian, and it was massive, definitely big enough to share or take home for dinner. My cousin got the same and her husband got The Rachel I think, he said it was good but he's man of very few words, but he had it eaten before I had even eaten a few bites of mine so I assume that meant he really enjoyed it. The drinks were a really good fountain drinks which has been harder and harder to find. The only thing I wasn't blown away by was the sides, we had pasta salad, and Cole slaw and they were fine, nothing bad just wasn't really worth the extra calories. Overall I definitely recommend Red Brick Deli if you want a good sandwich.

If someone had told me I'd find one of the best Cuban sandwiches I've had outside of Florida in…read moreBryson City, North Carolina, I probably wouldn't have believed them--but High Test Deli & Sweet Shop proved me wrong. We stopped in on the recommendation of a local shop owner while we were visiting Bryson City, and I'm so glad we did. Being from the Tampa area, we're pretty picky about Cuban sandwiches. They're a staple back home, so our expectations were high. The owner happened to be there and confidently recommended the Cuban, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. There was a short wait while it was made fresh, but it was well worth it. The sandwich was perfectly balanced, flavorful, and honestly tasted like a little piece of home. We packed it up and enjoyed it before heading out for an afternoon of tubing, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The shop itself is charming, clean, and has a welcoming atmosphere where you can sit down and enjoy your meal. We didn't try the sweets this time, but they looked delicious and give us another reason to come back. Meeting the owner made the experience even better. He was friendly, welcoming, and clearly takes pride in what he serves. Whether you're a fellow Floridian missing a great Cuban or you've never had one before, do yourself a favor and stop by High Test Deli & Sweet Shop. It's absolutely worth it. This is an easy 5-star recommendation, and we'll be back the next time we're in Bryson City.

We stopped by High Test Deli and had a fantastic experience. Our group tried the Cuban sandwich,…read moreFrench dip, Italian sandwich, chicken nuggets, and pickles, and everything was delicious. The portions were generous, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the prices were surprisingly affordable. The service was great--friendly, attentive, and efficient. The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was welcoming, and it was a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. It's not always easy to find a place that delivers good food, good service, and good value, but High Test Deli did all three. We would definitely stop by again the next time we're in the area.

Hidden Gem Alert…read more Some places spend millions trying to manufacture "authentic." The Open Door at Alley's Ol' Store apparently skipped that meeting and just kept being authentic. The building looks exactly like what you'd hope to stumble across while wandering the North Georgia mountains. Rustic. Colorful. Cozy. The kind of place that makes you instinctively slow down because you know there's probably something interesting inside. Parking is a bit of a scavenger hunt, but that's part of the adventure. If you're expecting a six-level parking garage with valet service, you've made several wrong turns. The staff immediately made us feel like we'd wandered into Papaw's store and the grandkids were helping out for the afternoon. Two young ladies were running the place, one at the register and one making sandwiches. They weren't reciting a corporate script or trying to upsell me a rewards program. They were just genuinely friendly people who actually seemed happy we stopped in. Imagine that. This isn't a restaurant pretending to be a country store. It is a country store. There's no fancy dining room either. You can eat on the little front porch if it's available, but we grabbed our sandwiches and walked across the street to the riverside park. Honestly, I can't think of many lunches that end with eating beside a mountain river and making a few casts with a fishing rod before heading down the road. That's hard to beat. Now let's talk sandwiches. Three of us ordered the Harvest. Presentation? Maybe a 7 out of 10. Nobody is arranging edible flowers with tweezers back there. It's toasted store-bought bread filled with ingredients that simply belong together. Sometimes food doesn't need to perform gymnastics. It just needs to taste good. And it did. Every bite reminded me that somewhere along the way we've confused "artisan presentation" with "good cooking." The Harvest isn't trying to become internet famous. It's just quietly being delicious. My brother ordered the meatloaf sandwich, and if he wasn't already family, I probably would've stolen half of it. He declared it fantastic with exactly the right amount of condiments. The grandkids inhaled their grilled cheese and ham & cheese without a single negotiation, which every parent knows is basically a Michelin star. One thing that really caught my attention was the steady parade of locals coming in for takeout. That's the kind of review you can't fake. Locals vote with their wallets every day, and this place clearly keeps getting elected. Here's another tip: don't skip the neighboring art gallery. My daughter wandered in and came back smiling. The manager wasn't just selling artwork. She was telling stories. She explained the history of the area, how it shaped the artists, and why certain pieces existed. You could tell she genuinely loved what she was talking about. That's becoming a rare commodity these days. By the time we left, I realized something. The Open Door doesn't have the polish of a big destination restaurant. It doesn't need dramatic plating, twelve-word menu descriptions, or foam strategically placed with tweezers. It has something much harder to create. Character. If you're driving through Lakemont, call ahead if you're in a hurry. If you're not, browse the store, visit the gallery, grab a sandwich, walk across to the river, and stay awhile. Some places feed your stomach. Places like this feed your trip. That's the definition of a hidden gem.

We stopped in with our grandkids to get desserts after picnicking at the park across the road. I…read morehave a small service dog for a serious medical condition. My daughter was carrying her due to my grabbing some meds out of the car & she was told to leave - dogs not allowed. I stepped in and explained she was a service dog. The woman behind the register needs some training on how to handle service dogs because her response was embarrassing and uncalled for. She rolled her eyes and nodded her head and said "ohhhhkayyyyyy" and walked back behind the counter. We left without patronizing this establishment. Please read up on ADA guidelines for service animals so that this is not repeated for future customers.

Great place to stop for lunch (or breakfast) and enjoy the Mountain View! Delicious sandwiches,…read morekind staff and even a swing to relax and enjoy your meal.

Super cool sandwich place kinda in the middle of nowhere between Hiawassee and Hayesville. Barely…read moreover the NC line. This place gets busy! There is a good reason for that. Really good sandwich's and wraps with great service. Not fast but great! There is a few picnic tables outside to eat at. Most grab it to go. Many to take on the boat or for a picnic! The wraps I have had have been hot, juicy and super yummy! They come with a bag of Utz chips, a pickle spear, and a cookie. Super cool place to grab some lunch! They do breakfast too. I have not made it for that yet!

The sandwiches here are great. I got the Ruben on honey oat and it was very good…read more Customers were all very nice too. Some people were chatting with each other after church and came up and spoke with us. Seems like a nice town and a nice place to eat in it.

Went here on a recommendation. I can see how the sandwiches are liked and this seems to be a great…read morelocal place. My only minor complaint was there were a TON of live flies in the front window and flying around the establishment. A little kid even freaked out about a fly buzzing around her and the employee said, "They just like to come in for the food." Eeek. I the sandwich was fine, a little messy, but fine. I'm not sure I'd go return.

First time eating here on lunch, and I can already tell this will be my new sandwich shop. Ordered…read morea Cali Club... one word = PHENOMENAL! The turkey was a nice sized juicy portion. I don't eat tomatoes, but the caramelized onions were a great addition. Pasta salad for my side order.. so delicious! Such great flavor in every aspect of my lunch!! 10/10 RECOMMEND!!! Next on the list to try is Pub Blue!

We popped into this deli for lunch today which I have been wanting to try. The inside is large and…read moreroomie with plenty of seating space. The server came right over to take a drink order and answer some questions we had. They bake their own huge loaves of breads onsite which are available for pre-order take out. We enjoyed very large sandwiches: a classic Rueben and "Cali club" which was turkey, Swiss, bacon, l, T, honey mustard on honey wheat. I opted to tried the pepperoni provolone in place of the wheat bread. Each sandwich comes with a side - we got the pasta salad and blue cheese cole slaw. Everything was super tasty and very large. They also had a selection of desserts which looked good. It was $35 for food and two drinks. I recommend it and will be back!

As we were traveling from Pigeon Forge, Tennessee back to Winston-Salem, NC and we cut through…read moreCherokee to visit the Cherokee Bear Zoo. It was beyond lunch time and I hadn't eaten at all, so I looked around as we drove and saw the sign for this place. I love a good deli sandwich so I asked my husband to pull in and let me run in. It was a Wednesday afternoon and after lunch, so there were only a few people inside. Upon entering, I went in a door that was at a dessert counter. There were few cupcakes and treats in the case, so I quickly went on past to find the counter to order a sandwich. The ladies at the counter were super friendly and took my order quickly. I chose a hot ham and cheese sandwich with bbq potato chips and a fountain drink. The order took about 7 or 8 minutes to be prepared and brought to me in a box to the table where I sat and waited. There was seating outside by the river/creek(?) I believe and then there was seating inside. It looks like it was once another restaurant or some other establishment taht they have transformed into this deli. Don't let the looks of the inside deter you, though! The food was phenomenal! My sandwich was so delicious! I have made note that if ever in the area again, I will be back!

I did not expect such thick and tasty sandwiches, the restaurant itself honestly could use a little…read moretlc it was kind of looking like it was closed or they were moving stuff around, but did not matter once I started eating because wow an excellent quick stop lunch. My recommendation is to eat outside by the river and get that bologna!

Betty's has a little bit of everything. If you need something they probably have it…read more It's a country store that sells most grocery items you would need on the regular such as eggs, dairy, produce, dried goods, ready to eat, snacks and more. They also sell a variety or cigars, local jams, jellys, pickled jarred items, specialty German products like spetzl, a large variety of beer and wine, they have a deli and butcher area with a great selection of fresh meats, they have specialty candies, toffee, coffee, and chocolate. They sell a ton of merchandise tees, hats, some jewelry, sun glasses, lotion, candles and more. They have a restaurant and bar area as well. They have their own lot where you can park for free if you're shopping there all others will be towed. Staff were friendly and inviting. I highly recommend stopping in check them out if you're shopping in the area.

Great store had a lot of stuff. Food, meat, gifts. Just…read moreabout anything you could actually need or think you need. Super friendly staff. Free Parking out front. Cute place. Nice items.

A friendly order at the counter and pick a table experience. Between the patio and the indoor…read moreseating - they have plenty of tables. The patio is really just so nice on a warm afternoon. The menu had great options for everyone. We loved finding several options on their menu that wasn't heavy and greasy. Both wraps were great for a quick lunch. The pasta salad was some of the best I've had! I loved that it wasn't so wet and feta cheese added to keep the dry consistency balanced with the dressing. So good! The kale salad was also sweet and crunchy - also great! We were pleased & would return if in the area again!

The food was amazing and came out faster than I could go wash my hands in the restroom. Lemon bars…read morewere mouthwatering delicious! Darling atmosphere, and I can't wait to go back.