We had heard so many people recommend Rice Wagon while visiting Bryson City that we had to give it…read morea try--and we're glad we did! We ordered the Chicken Katsu and the Bankai Chicken Katsu. Both dishes were similar, with one served with macaroni salad, rice, and crispy chicken, while the other came with rice, furikake, chicken, and a fresh cabbage salad. The menu is simple, but every bite was packed with flavor. The service was outstanding. The young man working the food truck provided service that honestly rivaled what you'd expect at a full-service restaurant. He was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely cared that we had a great experience. The setting is another bonus. The food truck is tucked behind a brewery, making it the perfect place to grab a drink, relax, and enjoy a delicious meal in a quiet, laid-back atmosphere. Out of all the places we tried during our trip, this was some of the simplest food--but also some of the most flavorful. It proves that you don't need a huge menu to make memorable food. We 100% recommend Rice Wagon if you're in Bryson City. Great service, delicious food, and a wonderful atmosphere!

This unassuming food truck behind Mountain Layers brewery is serving some incredibly tasty Hawaiian…read morefood! They were out of a couple items when we went for an early dinner and surprisingly don't have spam on the menu, but we didn't feel like we were missing out on anything from what we got! The lil takana chicken katsu sandwich was crispy with a great sauce. The combo was a good deal and good way to try different things on the menu. The food came out quickly and we enjoyed with beers from next door.

I instantly fell in love with Jose's Taco Truck. Oh my…read moregoodness, the flavors were fantastic, and the choices were amazing. I'm not a fan of street tacos, so I opted for the burrito instead and it was wonderful. If I lived close by, I would make this a weekly stop. I was in Waynesville visiting, so I'll have to wait until I go back. Fantastic, amazing, and wonderful. Please stop by if you're in the area.

Service is 5*, food is AUTHENTIC, but... Price increases,…read moreand almost doubling is crazy. Incluso esta terrible presidencia y la inflacion que provoco, no hay excusa para estos precios increiblemente altos! That salsa verde almost makes the prices worth it, pero supongo que tendre que cocinar en casa hasta que bajen los precios.

Ate here for the first time today and it won't be the last!! had an excellent meal and a nice chat…read morewith Fany. super nice, and she does all the cooking! check it out, you won't be disappointed.

Excellent Island food from the DR Incredible to find in the…read moremountains I love the empanadas

Looking for a simple and easy breakfast away from the casino. This is walking distance. The coffee…read morewas good and the pork sandwich was flavorful and amazing to the last bite. Cozy space with large windows which made the space feel large. Food was cooked fresh and came out quick. Would definitely go back when in there area.

Was staying in town and wanted to try a local coffee so we stopped in here for a light breakfast…read moreand coffee. It's a cute little place with some photo ops. They unfortunately were out of croissants which was what we both wanted. So she offered to make our sanswiches on bread as a toasted sandwich. The eggs were fresh fried The bacon was microwave bacon and very little on sandwich so that was disappointing Hubbys ham sandwich had a lot more meat on it The sandwiches were simple and like you would make at home. I ordered a Carmel mochiatto and it had a weird taste about it and a burnt Carmel taste definitely would not order again Hubby ordered the cafe au lei there was nothing special about it and it wasn't traditional as they didn't use chicory coffee.

This is a great place for lunch. They have an array of offerings, including burgers, chicken,…read morebarbecue, and salads. You can also pick up local meats here, which I love. I have bought their bacon and roasts. Both were great. Service is always friendly and competent. This is a family-run restaurant, so they have a vested interest in your satisfaction. But you get the feeling they're just that kind of people. Visit soon! I think you'll like it.

Had a brisket plate on a Saturday afternoon. Brisket was excellent. The sweet potato fries and…read morebaked beans I had with the brisket were very good, too. Very casual spot with pleasant, helpful staff and delicious food.

Perfect ice cream, wonderful service and great ambiance…read more When you are craving a great banana split, you won't have to look anywhere else. Delish, delightful and so satisfying.

Our favorite stop in Franklin! We came for ice cream the first time, but don't sleep on this menu…read more Killer food, friendly folks, fun atmosphere. Worth a try if you're in the area.

Coffee by day, Ice Cream after 3 till 9PM. I have been 3 times- The first time I had the soft…read moreserve maple ice cream, which was the best I had ever had- Next time there, I went on a Wednesday and was told they only had the maple on the weekend- went again on a Friday, was told they were out and there was no indication as to when they might have the maple soft serve again. I'll keep checking back- staff is so over the top nice. Kind of an odd setup that looks like it is ready to travel if things don't go well here. Hope they find away to serve the maple soft serve soon, and as a daily option.

Showed up for a late night treat while visiting the area. Got there just a few mins before closing…read moreand were welcomed with a friendly smile. The young lady behind the counter recommended the maple soft serve so we gave it a try and were not disappointed!! It had a wonderful flavor and texture, exactly what we were looking for tonight!

Always enjoy the food from Fire Ant. Great quality and service. Appreciate the convenience and…read moreoutdoor seating. Highly recommend the Philly cheesesteak and chicken tenders.... Absolutely delicious.

Tracey and the crew at Fire Ant Grill are the best and the food is amazing! Make sure if you're in…read morethe area to make the trip through beautiful Nantahala to eat here. I really like the new Fire Ant Burger as it has tons of flavor and it's BIG! Make sure to get extra napkins as it's messy but so worth the it. The BLT has onions and you can get it with jalapeños too. Yes I said that right, it has onions, and it will blow your mind. Yes it's a bit of a drive but if you're out rafting, fishing, or just passing through on a road trip you should stop and enjoy the food from a true local. This place is what Yelp is about, finding great local food that you would never know about. So stop reading this review! Turn up Wayah Road and look for the big orange food trailer. You too will be writing a great review of your experience here... as soon as you get back to where you have a phone signal!