This place is SO CUTE!! Like... chic, cozy, and completely unexpected for a little mountain town…read more It feels like you've stumbled into a hidden gem that you almost don't want to tell people about, but also absolutely have to!! We popped in before a late dinner reservation and I'm so glad we did, because they're only open Friday-Sunday from 5-9 PM--blink and you'll miss it. The vibes are immaculate. Think live music, low lighting, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay longer than you planned... and almost miss your dinner reservations lol.... The staff was beyond friendly, truly made us feel right at home from the second we walked in. We didn't order food since we were heading to dinner, but the chef was so proud of his menu that he brought out a sample of the soup of the night (some kind of green gourmet magic), and wow... it was delicious. It made us a little bummed that we had reservations and debate just staying and trying more of the food. Drinks were phenomenal, service was top-tier, and the whole experience just felt special. If you're in town while they're open, do not miss this spot. It's giving hidden gem vibes, it's giving main character energy vibes, it's giving... I need to go back immediately instead of writing this review lol

Hidden gem. Short weekend getaway for us and just wanted to grab a nice drink somewhere with…read moreambience. Highlands was perfect. We ordered three different drinks and they were well poured. We tried three different entrees and each were unique and carefully prepared. I thought the complimentary soup was a great idea and we actually ordered a few bowls because it was so good. They freshly ground after dinner coffee and the deserts hit the spot. Very, very nice.! I personally enjoyed that there was only one family with a child. It was nice to have a quiet dinner, with jazz in the background and nice drinks in a place you can have good conversation over excellent food. Well done.!

My first time eating at this place. Menu offered a lot. My friend got salad with chicken ( it was…read moreoverdone & too hard to cut. Never be seated in the bar. It had a dirty bathroom and there were several ppl that got their food before us. My burger was burnt but I didn't send it back. The gluten free bun was too hard to eat. I had to wave the wait staff to get more tea. The curly ff were just ok & barely warm so not acceptable. I might give it one more try if I can be seated in the main dining area.

Me and my mom came here to celebrate a very late Mother's Day, and we were instantly impressed!…read moreWalked in and were immediately greeted and sat down. We were even given different options for seating. The cocktail menu here is amazing, so many options!!!! I ordered the Peach Mule, so tasty and refreshing! My mom got the Bee's Knees I believe it was called, she loved it!!! It was very summery and tasty as well. For apps, we tried the okra fries, which were absolutely perfectly seasoned and delicious!!! We also enjoyed the house made ranch that came with our app! My mom and I ordered burgers as our entrees and potato salad as a side. I got the apple bacon burger well done, it was meaty, cheesy, and so so perfect!!!! My mom got the pimento cheese burger also well done, she loved it. The potato salad was amazing!!!!! It was sweet, savory, creamy....it really ticked all the boxes for me. Our server was also the bartender, she was very attentive and funny, as well as helpful when we were trying to figure out what to order. I absolutely recommend this place!!!! Very elevated bar food, pretty affordable for how much you get and especially for the great quality and freshness!!!! Very convenient location, lots of parking! Clean bathrooms, clean dining area and bar, rustic and fun decor, local artists have paintings on the wall for sale! We just loved the fun and welcoming vibe of this place and we will be back!!!! Thank you!!!!

Delicious food, lovely service…read more I was visiting the area and this place and the menu caught my attention. 'The Gamekeeper', what name could be more intriguing for a unique dining experience? I was not disappointed in the food. All selections were ideally prepared, seasonally balanced, and well paired. What I was really pleased about was the service. The staff elevate the entire experience. To name one or two would leave out what was an incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and cohesive Team. I would certainly recommend The Gamekeeper to anyone looking for the complete dining experience.

Let's just start out with the obvious. The service, meal options and atmosphere are tops. Our…read moreparty of 6 was fortunate to have Allan G as our server. The wine and cocktails assistance was great and the mixed grill appetizers were perfect. The bison short ribs are killer. A very enjoyable evening. Everyone in the party raved about the meal and service. Bravo to the chef, staff and management. Our first trip to the area proved challenging on a rainy night in the mountains. We opted for transport via uber and Lyft services. FYI it's almost impossible to confirm service in Blowing Rock. With no show transportation at 9:30 pm the staff jumped into action. Lucky for us the one driver that did show agreed make 2 trips.

on a warm saturday afternoon we got lost in the woods north of town on an unnamed gravel road with…read morebanjo music wafting on the breeze - yea for bad touristing directions. eventually made our way back to paved surfaces and then located indoor plumbing and petrol service. after attending to our more urgent needs we went in search of food and beverage, a quick Yelp search put us here. yea here! nice night so we started on the patio, got as far as menus and water before a cluster of wankers put an end to that. picked up our stuff and sought clean air indoors. turns out that inside is pretty okay too! seating is available at the bar, the other bar, or high and low tops in the dining area including window seats fronting the sidewalk. got situated, got the waitress' attention, got our request in to the kitchen. wings are available in pairs with a minimum of six per flavor. we enjoyed eight hot, juicy, biggish garlic-parm wings plus blue cheese and ranch. our burgers came out as we were finishing up. MLB had a hamburger steak plus sweet potato fries and green beans; comes with grilled peppers and onions and texas toast - you're basically getting an extra side for a quarter. I didn't feel like building a sandwich so I went with the Carolina burger sans chili plus tots - a very good burger as burgers go but nothing spectacular. will probably ask for the chili on the tots next time... maybe add cheese and onion? super friendly service and a reasonable cash-for-sustenance exchange rate makes me happy. the place is way clean inside and out which goes a long way when I notice. so if you're near here, go here. you'll be alright.

Food good. Waitress very unpleasant and ruined meal. 3 couples; separate checks, at high-top, and…read morewe're charged 20% large party gratuity. Ridiculous.

Classie place, from the decor to the great menu choices and the great service. I Highly recommend…read moreyou come in and enjoy a delicious meal. My wife and I enjoyed a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon, the broccoli salad was amazing. The beef Wellington was mouthwatering. And we topped it off with the crème brûlée. Thank you for the great experience!

I wish I could give more stars…read more We were in town for our son's track meet which happened to fall on my husband's birthday. We wanted a nice place to eat that was casual because we were in track clothes. Everyone was super friendly, from the call about my reservation to the hostesses who greeted us and especially, Ethan, our server. I'm the kind of person who looks at the menu online before I go anywhere and already have in mind what I want. Shrimp burger. Need I say more? I had mine without the tomato and onion. Think crab cake but with shrimp. I assumed (and we know what that gets you) the shrimp would be minced and unrecognizable. Nope! There were like whole shrimp in this "burger"! The flavor was amazing. I think the lemon aioli added such a richness. I tried not to eat all of the amazing fries but the fries won. A complimentary shot of bourbon with peach schnapps was a kind gesture for the Birthday Boy. Can't wait to go back!

Our daughter and future son-in-law brought us to this place for an evening of family fun and we…read morewere really impressed with everything. From the food, service and ambiance, it was a great first visit! They do not serve alcohol and that was a plus for us. No rowdiness at all. They rent the pool table by the hour and that is reserved for you until you check out! Great little gem tucked away in Foscoe! Highly recommend.

Had a little ski trip this weekend and stopped in to get lunch here and it was a great idea! The…read morevibe is great it is a nice little pool bar with some good food! The service was nice and attentive. It definitely is a smaller mom and pop type of restaurant but very fun! The TVs had good variety of Olympics and College basketball playing on them so you can catch whatever game or event you want to watch. Now on to the food! To start we got the onion rings. They were cooked very well and I liked the breading of them. I do wish they came with some house dipping sauce or maybe a spicy ranch just to dip them in. They do have ketchup to use but I just feel with onion rings you need some type of spicy ranch or aioli dip with them. Now onto the Fries! I love me some crinkle cut fries and once I saw they had them I needed to get them! They are pillowy with a slight crunch on the outside. They have salt and pepper at the tables to use I do like a bit of old bay or something of that nature on crinkle cut fries that would be my only critique. Now Burger time! I got a patty melt which had onions, cheese burger patty and I put mayo on it. I enjoyed it a lot I do wish the onions weren't red onions and that they would've been caramelized. But the burger itself was seasoned and cooked to perfection! The bread it was on as well was a good rye bread and blended well with everything. The hamburger with jalapeños was good as-well the only critique on that would be the bun. If it had a different bun it would take it to the next level I think. For playing Pool they charge by the hour I believe and the prices were very good! Overall a great little spot to go chill and eat while watching or playing pool and not having to burn a hole in your wallet! I would definitely recommend!

Stopped in for a craft brew on a rainy Sunday. Was overwhelmingly surprised by the most amazing…read morefood and great live music! Super friendly local crowd as well. The highlight of the day!

I love going to the blind elk every chance I get! The staff is so friendly, the atmosphere is fun,…read moreoften with live music, and the drinks are great! They have a great selection of non-beer options, which is perfect for me, someone who doesn't like beer!

Such a cozy bar. Wish I could have stayed all day. Everyone is very friendly…read more The cold brew martini was phenomenal.

We had been driving for 2+ hours headed to our airb&b and stop here to kill some time. Best…read moredecision ever, staff was super friendly, they have several TV's and had the sound on for the football game. Had the pleasure of meeting the owners who were just as amazing! Staff recommended so many things to do. They have a great selection of beer & wine as well as a full bar. Definitely stop by for a drink or two