We tried to get a table here almost every day of our 5-day trip, but it was packed! We finally…read moresmartened up and called a day ahead for a reservation. It might have just been the holiday rush, but I always figure "busy means good," so my expectations were high--and The Local didn't disappoint. We started with the nachos; they were delicious, though I do wish they came with a bit more meat. For mains, the burger was outstanding--probably one of the best we've had in the entire area. We also ordered the Brazilian steak, which was cooked perfectly and came with great plantains. The quinoa with tofu was good, too, though it was a little dry and would have been perfect with a sauce. The service really stood out. Our waitress was incredibly attentive and refilled my water at least four times without me asking. Great ambiance and an all-around good experience. Definitely worth the wait!

Stopped in here to grab a bite to wrap up our day of exploring. There was a very long wait, but we…read morewere table to get seats at the bar. Bar tender provided menus, and checked back on us after a few minutes to take order. They've got a good menu with pizza, sandwiches, burgers, and a good variety of entrees (seafood, steak, chicken, pasta), basically, they've got something for everyone. Not being too hungry, but knowing we needed something, we decided to just split an order of the pulled pork nachos. The food came out fairly quickly, looked and tasted great. They did not skimp on toppings. Staff was friendly, food was good, only complaint is it was very dark inside, and surprisingly loud in the restaurant, I can't imagine being there with live music, I assume it would be impossible to have a conversation.

Cute little spot with really unique cocktails and delicious burgers! Also highly recommend the…read morejalapeño cheddar hush puppies. Our server was friendly and helped me pick a cocktail after the one I wanted was out. Can't wait to go back and try another burger.

Things seemed moderately busy at the Cardinal on the Sunday evening when I stopped by. There's not…read morea ton of parking, by the way, given the restaurant's roadside location. But I wiggled my vehicle into a tight spot and went in for a burger and a beer. I believe there were about 10 to 12 options available on tap, and I went with what was listed as an Irish stout from somewhere in the Northeast. It wasn't bad, though it seemed more like an imperial stout. My sandwich choice was the Cowboy, with ground elk at its core. It was a good choice too, and the accompanying fried onions and melted cheese complemented the meat well. I ordered the burger medium, but I think I'd go for medium rare if I could go back in time. The medium option wasn't bad, but I think a little less heat and a little more moisture would only make things better. I kept things simple with the side item, going for the fries which were of the thinly sliced McDonald's variety, not bad but nothing remarkable. The server covering my table was pleasant and prompt, though soft spoken so I occasionally had to ask her to repeat herself amidst the music and noise. I wouldn't call any of these selections a bargain, but the prices didn't veer too far from what you'll find in many burger joints. All in all, not an earthshaking experience, but a place I'd be willing to go back to. 3.5 stars.

Dinner for our weekend away first night was recommended by a friend to check out Lost Province…read moreBrewing. He told me they had great beer, and great food...that was no lie! My wife and I was were welcomed in by the hostess and seated quickly. It's not a huge space, but they've got a good bit of seating, and a little more upstairs, which allows you to look down into the brewery. Our server, Alex was very friendly and offered some beer recommendations based on our preference. They had a good variety to pick from and even some canned to go. Their food menu also offered a good selection. My wife and I decided to share an order of loaded fries to start, and then the "white buffalo" pizza. I enjoy white pizza, and enjoy buffalo chicken pizza...but this was the first time I've ever seen them together. The food was great, everything, tasted really good, and had good flavors. The Game Day IPA and Lost Province IPA's were both also very tasty Being a Friday night, they had a live musician, playing great music, which we really enjoyed while we ate and took in the atmosphere. I'd pass this recommendation on as well, and would return to try some of their other varried menu next time I visit Boone

Good local people and food. A welcoming atmosphere. Our server recommended the Hot Fried Chicken…read moreSandwich. It was incredible. A little sloppy to eat- but I can't wait to return for another one!

Lily's is incredible for vegan options in Boone. The tofu bites are so good (as were their…read morepredecessor: tempeh wings). The house made potato chips are something special, and at their best (in my opinion) dipped in the house made vegan ranch (vegan Lily's sauce is a close 2nd). Today we got teriyaki tofu nuggets, Buffalo tofu nuggets (both came with the chips and a dipping sauce) along with fried pickles (we got extra dipping sauces). It has a beach/tiki bar vibe inside (albeit slightly dark) with tables and a few parking spots out front. Dog friendly (outside) and even brought a dog bowl of water. We just love this place. Friendly service. Hospitable atmosphere with clear values (pro LGBTQ, anti-racism, etc.). Reasonable prices.

cool atmosphere with a cool crowd. Only massive complaint is the format of their karaoke on…read moreTuesday. It's supposed to be a more fair method where the emcees have random selections, however they seem to be easily persuaded to alter the order. The emcees typically let their friends go more often than others, and the removal of the typical chronological list makes the commitment to a simple night of karaoke particularly egregious.The model does not work and typically leaves patrons disappointed because they spent 4 hours at the bar just to sing once. I would appreciate if staff considered going back to the list signup so that we would know when we would be able to sing again. I think that the new setup has cost the bar significant attendance on Tuesdays, as now it is rarely full and does not cater to people who want to do karaoke within a set timeframe. It was much better when I and my friends could come and sing 3 songs in two hours and then leave at a reasonable time where now people have to wait 2 plus hours to sing between songs.

This is one of my favorite places I go there a lot. Everyone is always very nice and accommodating…read more !!

Sticky bun and fries. No coffee or tea available keurig was…read morebroken. What I don't understand is how such a large restaurant only has 1 keurig. Crazy. Sticky bun was meh. Fries were...fries.

The Food was Amazing! We got the Choose 3 meats. We got the Brisket, Ribs, and Pilled Pork! Juicy…read moreBrisket, meat falling off the bone, and had multiple sauces to try and we had all Samples. They were fantastic! I would love to buy some of their sauces! 10 out of 10. The waitresses are very young and respectful, and the location is very good and clean. I'd try the Ale, but I don't recommend the potato salad

I was in the area with my parents and wanted to try this BBQ joint. We arrived on a Saturday at…read morearound 1:30pm and the place was already quite full, but they were able to seat us rather quickly. We decided on sharing the 3 meat plate (pork belly, turkey, and beef brisket) with 2 sides (collard greens and mac and cheese) and asked for toast, along with their banana pudding and it was just the right amount of food for us 3! If you have a big appetite this may not be enough for you, but we were quite full. I am allergic to pork, so I couldn't touch the collard greens and of course the pork belly, but my parents thoroughly enjoyed them both, and they are picky eaters! I e joked everything, and appreciate that the banana pudding was a good size and not too sweet. I am super happy that we all left satisfied and full and ready to tackle Grandfather Mountain right afterwards!

I am beyond disappointed with this place. My boyfriend was at Elevation 3333 tonight, and what he…read moresaw was seriously disturbing. Like, actual disgusting racism happening right in front of everyone, and the staff couldn't care less. He saw this Latino guy just trying to grab a drink at the bar, and this group of white women just absolutely went off on him. They were screaming slurs and calling him the most terrible names. It wasn't a joke or a misunderstanding; it was blatant, sickening, targeted hate speech. This is Boone, right? It's supposed to be chill, but apparently, not at this place. My boyfriend immediately went to the bouncer--the guy who's supposed to keep things safe--and told him exactly what was happening. And the bouncer's official response? He said he couldn't do anything. Seriously?! A grown man is being harassed with racial slurs, and your security just shrugs and walks away? That's not just unprofessional; that's actively letting racism happen on your property. It's like they're totally cool with it. I am livid. My friends and I are DONE with Elevation 3333. No way are we giving business to a place that allows blatant disrespect and racism to run wild and then won't lift a finger to stop it. This is beyond gross. Spread the word--if they let this kind of stuff happen, they don't deserve our money.

In town to celebrate my daughters 18th birthday. We brought her dog with us so we needed to choose…read morea pet-friendly restaurant. There are several in the area so it really was a blind choice tk end up here. I like the atmosphere here. Reminds me of the bars up north. Rustic bar with a dining area of tables and chairs. And of course patio seating for those who enjoy eating outside or bring their dog with them. Our server was the bartender. She said early Saturdays weren't always busy and that's why she was alone. She was very friendly and efficient. Typical bar food but some with extra flair. A salmon sandwich. Burgers and chicken sandwiches kicked up a bit. A good variety and interesting choices. NOTE: They DO have allergy protocols in place. Make sure you tell your server if you have any allergies. Nice to see restaurants doing this. I ordered the cheesesteak all the way with max n cheese. There are several sides to choose from. Wife got the VooDoo chicken sandwich and fries. She said it was excellent. Mae got the Mountain of Nachos with chicken. All the food was excellent. The nachos could sleazily feed 3 hungry adults. Just be aware if you order it. It's massive. Love the atmosphere, food and service. Will definitely go back when we visit Boone. $41 + tip for three good lunches. I don't mind paying for good food and service. Give them a try.

It has been a looooooong time since I have eaten at Capone's but went 11/8/25. Still great after…read morethe long await. The seating, etc is very confusing. Grab Menu, sit at a numbered table, walk back to counter to order food, food brought out, you eat, then you pay. Great Pizza and Garlic knots

Where did your mega deep dish go? I was so sad ordering takeout for a large and being told you…read moredon't do that size anymore. Guys, when I order from you, I need my 20-pound pizza! This is still a 5/5 because your deep dish is phenomenal, that's exactly why I need the large back. The staff is super friendly, the place is clean, and they have an awesome salad bar. The garlic knots are also a must-have. I love you, Capones, but please bring our big deep dish back!

Fun, family friendly atmosphere with live music. Lots of drink options, including some fun…read morecocktails, and a simple menu of food, wings, burgers, typical bar food. We only had drinks this time, but we were able to find seats at the bar even at prime dinner time.

Walking around Boone, we popped into this bar/restaurant to listen to some live music, take a load…read moreoff and enjoy a beer. Located in the heart of down town, but not on King St (the main road), but a street back instead. The staff were friendly, and welcoming. They provided us with menus, and had pretty nice selection of both beers and food, offering burgers, sandwiches, and wings, salads and more. They had a blues grass band playing while we visited, and other bands listed to be playing later. Their walls had fun art to look at/purchase, and even the lights over the bar