Over yonder was recommended to my wife and I...we went on Thursday liked it so much we went back on Friday. The fried okra is amazing and worth going back just for that ...but everything was delicious. read more

Excellent food and service. Wonderful attention to local and seasonal ingredients. It's cozy here and the dishes are delicious and comforting. Highly highly recommend. read more

What a great find about 3/4-1 mile from Mast General Original Location in Valle Cruces. Beautiful little home converted with the cutest little shop next door. The Host Staff, our Server Paxton, Beth The Shop Manager were all wonderful and the food was awesome and very fresh especially the salads and greens. The wife had the soup but someone over did it with the dollop of sour cream and it became more a sour cream soup and was not as hot as it could be. All in all it was very good and we will return. Thank you for a pleasant dining experience on your front porch. read more

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Lovely setting in an old historical house. We were guided to our table in front of the fireplace in one of the cozy rooms and felt at home immediately. Our server, Peden, expertly shared the off-menu specials and treated us well from start to finish. Highly recommend for a leisurely lunch or a night out. read more

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This is the cutest place! Such a relaxing environment the staff is so so nice! Each room is different and beautuful! Food was great worth the drive! read more

I love it when a place has a small menu...and executes. This place is country simple-great. Noteworthy: Don't go here and not order the Okra. The okra is split lenghtwise, and I believe it is baked or broiled rather than fried. I know it sounds like a dangerous deviation toward healthy that will fall a far second to a typical fry. NOT. How good is it? When I was walking out, I went over to the register and orded the okra for a couple that was sitting next to us. I have no idea who they were. However, I noticed that they had considered the okra, but did not order it. We have dined hear multiple times and have never been disappointed. read more

I cannot recommend this enough, the food was amazing, the service was fantastic, the ambiance was cozy and inviting.

Loved our summer lunch at Over Yonder! Pulling up to the house, it's beautiful. Summer shows it's colors with the huge hydrangeas, lilies, and dahlias along the restaurant. The home feel extends throughout as you're greeted by a friendly hostess and awesome waitresses. Great service all around. I loved the hanging plants and vintage board games as wall art. The drink menu consisted of a great variety of spirits and a couple nice beers. The black lager $4 was awesome. Our entrees, pork burger was amazing $13 with their homemade chips. Tons of great flavors. The Emaline salad with added grilled shrimp was beautiful and fresh. The fried okra $9 was a favorite too, awesome sauce! After eating we stopped at the market next door, on the property, to shop. Incredible pottery crafted by the chef's wife I believe, local meats and produce, and beautiful gifts. Overall, a wonderfully upscale, yet home-like lunch experience. read more

I do not have enough words to express how incredible our experience was with Over Yonder. Justin was a HUGE blessing to us as we were planning our son's rehearsal dinner all the way from Mississippi!! He was attentive to every detail and made a lot of accommodations for us AND with a kind generous heart. Then for our time there, everyone from the time we enter the door was kind and ready to serve. The food was AMAZING not only to eat but the presentation of the food was pleasing. 1000% would return read more

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So because of COVID there is a very limited menu and you order inside of the small market ordering area. We sat in one of the few seating areas and after a short wait our sandwiches were brought out. I was impressed at the quality of size of the sandwiches. The BLT and the pimento sandwich were our entries along with jalapeño chips we ordered in the market. All were delicious and worth it. I can imagine their full menu and indoor seating is awesome!! read more

Over Yonder - Half of the BLT - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

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First time nice atmosphere and history. Lunch on porch with the pork patty covered in a slaw and smoked gouda and Crispy chicken sweet and hot. Good attentive service created a nice lunch experience. read more

Sweet potato and Taso Soup Elk bacon & bbq burger. Excellent excellent taste on both! A bit pricey but very good food and very good service. Fun little lunch place across the street from Mast general Store. We asked at Mast about a place to eat. They said "Over Yonder". So we went Over Yonder!! read more

This place was SO GOOD!! The menu isn't super big but they do have salad options for those who are vegetarian (: I believe they also had gluten free bread. My family of 9 went here, and it was fabulous! If you have a larger group, make sure to get a reservation, as soon as this place opened it was filled! The porch is first come first serve so get there early if you want outside seating (: . Our waitress was Marissa and she was so so nice! Very attentive and helpful. I had the soup as well as the slaw salad with chicken! Switched the ginger dressing for the herb which was a move. Also tried the sourdough bread ( a must have ) as well as their potato chips, also incredible. Didn't have a thing I didn't like. WOULD GO BACK AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND ! read more

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Potherb salad was absolutely the best salad I've ever had in my life. The atmosphere was perfect and our waiter was great all around! He was familiar with all the options and very pleasant the entire time. read more

Over Yonder - Potherb salad!! Grilled chicken with a handmade lemon, garlic vinaigrette! Amazing - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

It was first visit a few weekends ago to Over Yonder but it will not be my last! I love the location. The house with all the rooms is such a great place for a restaurant. It's super cozy and I loved the whole vibe. I ordered the burger special which was so good. Local beef cooked perfectly on a super great roll. My mashed potato side was really good and I was sad when I finished it. Other folks in our group ordered the tomato basil soup and the collard side. They all enjoyed their food as well. The real star of our lunch was the fried okra!! I have never had okra cooked like that before and it was amazing. I would definitely order that again and I'd probably order it as my entree. I can't wait to visit again! read more

This is a very old house and the floorboards squeak, which makes the ambience really sweet for a date night. The food was excellent but the bartender can make a really excellent old-fashioned. read more

The best meal I've ever had in the area. The menu was refreshing, and the food delicious. My young daughter and I sat in the front porch during a lovely afternoon and relished the experience. I had the "fried rice bowl with mushrooms " and my daughter had the kid's chicken, the ranch dressing and applesauce homemade and the chicken cooked perfectly. We will recommend to everyone and definitely be back before we go home. read more

Over Yonder - Kid's chicken, pimento and cheese with fry bread appetizer, and fried rice with greens and mushrooms. - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

Love the atmosphere...food is always good. We have a second home in Valle Crucis and it is great to have Over Yonder so close.

Phenomenal restaurant which we picked based on reviews. Everyone in our party raved about their meals. From pork cheek spring rolls and roasted eggplant with toasted chickpea soup as appetizers, to dinners of chicken fried chicken, shrimp and grits, NC breaded trout with baby sweet potatoes with molasses, to the grilled meatloaf, each and every dish was perfect melding of flavors. We finished with butterscotch pudding and hummingbird cake (banana pineapple?) with ice cream. Our waitress was very very welcoming and helpful. Highly highly recommended! read more

This place is amazing! Innovative food with great service in a totally charming atmosphere. There is nothing I did not totally love. Don't miss the fried okra.. an unexpected delight! Great cocktails and even though you will be stuffed try the dessert! read more

We love "Over Yonder". The food is very good & fresh & delicious! My Boo ordered the Steamed Cider which was very warm & yummy. We started with an appetizer of the fried okra, so good & crunchy. For dinner I ordered the chicken fried chicken breast served w/mash potatoes and collards. LOVE collards & these were delicious with just the right amount of bacon and seasonings. Boo got the Shrimp & Grits and I have to say they were the best I've ever had! These folks know how to cook Southern food! YUMMY! This is a MUST do when your in the neighborhood. Boo ordered the Chocolate Chess Pie for dessert, we got it with a side of the salted Caramel chocolate ice cream! OMG! Heaven! He had never even heard of chess pie & now it's his favorite, warm, light but rich enough for great flavor. Get it!! This was our second time here. The first time was in May when we were visiting & the lunch on the patio was so delightful that we had to return. It was very different this time since it was cold at night in December. There's a shop on the grounds that was closed but the waitress was nice enough to get me some of the honey lightly flavored lipgloss, for stocking stuffers for gal pals. The ambiance is fun too. It's a retro vibe with good music & fun memorabilia on the walls. We'll be back next time were in the Appalachians in NC High Country. read more

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Delightful little spot in the valley with unique menu of fresh, local offerings. We had frog legs, antelope burger and back country fungi shepherds pie; everything was delicious! And the service was outstanding. The whole family enjoyed the experience. A must try and we'll definitely return. read more

Excellent experience at Over Yonder! My friend and I had just explored Grandfather Mountain and drove over to Sugar Grove to have a nice meal at Over Yonder. The area is so cute. The restaurant is in an old farm house with a lovely southern porch, complete with giant ferns and outdoor dining. A garden surrounds the house and it is beautiful! The unpaved parking lot had plenty of space. My friend made us a reservation prior, but we arrived a bit early. They were able to seat us no problem. The service was prompt, our server even recommended an appetizer and some delicious salads. The food was amazing! Even my fresh lemonade was divine! We got the okra as an appetizer and it was yummy. We both got the "Emaline" salad and it was incredible, too. The greens were fresh and the dressing was the perfect compliment. Service was quick and attentive; I believe her name was Tessa. A very sweet girl who was super helpful in guiding us through the menu. The inside of the restaurant was darling. Every table had a fresh flower and it had the old southern home feel; warm and inviting. Here is my rating breakdown: Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Food: 5 Cleanliness: 5 Location: 5 Value: 5 A must if you are in the area! The Mast General Store is right down the street too, which is fun. read more

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Atmosphere is very rustic. If you like food with a Southern flair, you will like this place. I'm not big on Southern cooking , but that's me. I had the trout the first time I was there. The trout was breaded (as most of the items are at this restaurant ). I was OK with that because I think breaded is the best way to eat trout. However, they placed the trout on top of a vinegar based cole slaw which buried the taste of the trout. If I order it again, I will either have them omit it or place it on the side. Service was good. It is an historic building and I recommend you go there unless you have something against Southern food. Their specialty is fried chicken. Never tried that. Maybe next time. Valle Crucis is a quaint little area alongside the Watauga River. Oh, one last thing, they accept reservations and it is highly recommended. read more

Over Yonder - Historic Over Yonder Restaurant in Valle Crucis - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

100% recommend coming here. Right across the street from the mass general store in Valley crusis. The chicken fried chicken, griddled meatloaf, and Pan fried NC rainbow trout was excellent. I highly recommend getting reservations ahead of time it is totally worth the trip over. Been renting a house in Valley Crusis since I was little, only wish this was here while I was growing up. Don't forget to get Dessert! The peach cobbler was the best. Can't wait to come back every time I'm in town. read more

Over Yonder - chicken fried chicken - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

Enjoyed an amazing dinner outside on the porch. Their sweet tea was absolutely perfect. Trout dip was good, but the pickled relish that came with it was my absolute favorite. I could have eaten it as a salad all by itself. Pickled red cabbage with parsnips that I could have sworn were apples and these miniature gherkin pickles that looked like a small grape, but speckled like a watermelon. Absolutely delicious. Enjoyed their Chicken Fried Chicken and my husband enjoyed the trout. As we left, I told my husband I felt like I just had dinner at someone's grandma's house. Returned 2 days later for one last dinner. Best meal on our entire trip. The frog legs are finger lickin' good. Lightly fried with a hot sauce and cane syrup glaze. The Hanger Steak was phenomenal. Of course I also ordered more house pickles (which changes daily). Peach cobbler for dessert. This time I had to take pictures! read more

Over Yonder - Peach cobbler - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

A firm 4 stars. Food done really well. Got lost due to poor GPS directions. Make sure you know where you are going. It's not funny to waste your customers time. Everything we had was really good and done well! Fish and chicken were perfect. Shrimp were over cooked and rubbery but we will let that go. Flavors were spot on. Server was not attentive. My daughter never had her water refilled and was not asked. Our server disappeared for long periods of time and the pacing was way off. My daughter and son in law have been here 3 times. I would go back when in area. Beats the restaurant in Kinston by a ton. Travel here not there. Well done kudos to the chef. Wish I could give 5 food was definitely 5 star!!! read more

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Love love this place! The portions were perfect! It was such a cute date spot. Our waiter was Justin who was so nice and catered to our needs. I ordered a Paloma and my boyfriend got the mint drink. We both loved everything! All the desserts come with a scoop of ice cream! We got the peach cobbler. Delicious! read more

Over Yonder - Pork burger - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

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It's not easy getting a reservation here at Over Yonder.....because....it succeeds so well as a farm to table restaurant! Locals, summer residents and tourists alike vie for a table in this historic house to enjoy a small menu of southern chef prepared selections. From my experience you will have to be careful not to compare eating here to grandma's best efforts, knowing full well that grandma never succeeded this thoroughly. Everything is house made with care. Even something as mundane as tartar sauce is special. Try it with the fresh rainbow trout and you will see. read more

Over Yonder - Rainbow Trout with glazed sweet potatoes - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

From decor to the menu choices, eclectic and special. Service was 10/10 and food came out hot and delicious.

Over Yonder is absolutely adorable! Small town restaurant located in a beautiful historic house. The paintings on the wall give such a homey touch. On site there is also a cute little shop featuring local wines, cheese, pottery and more. We were seated quickly and the waitress never let our drinks get low. The fried okra was crispy and hit the spot well! I ordered the meatloaf with cheesy grits based off the recommendation of friends and was not disappointed. Flavorful, moist, and seasoned very well! read more

Over Yonder - Fried Okra - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

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Although my meal wasn't perfect, the ravings of my family members and the wonderful ambiance score high enough to boost Over Yonder to a 5. Our waitress was sweet, efficient, and knowledgeable despite working multiple tables at once. The decor was pleasant, with cool old board games on the walls of the room in which we were seated. They also played old rock music at just the right volume. Food wise, the fried chicken, pita bread with pimento cheese dip, homemade apple sauce, and cheese grits with bacon were very, VERY well received. The sweet tea was freshly steeped and wonderful. The slaw was good, but maybe not for us -- no red onion fans here! The mac and cheese was kind of underwhelming, but tasty enough to eat. The mashed potatoes had perfectly sized chunks of potato inside, but I felt mine were a little under seasoned. Lastly, I felt the Lima beans were over cooked -- they basically disintegrated in my mouth. We finished the meal with peach cobbler and chocolate chess pie. Both pretty good -- not as good as mom's! -- but we preferred the peach cobbler. :) Overall, though, Over Yonder was an amazing and delicious experience in a beautiful part of the country. Check it out! read more

Over Yonder - Veggie plate with lima beans, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and homemade applesauce. Applesauce was definitely the shining star! - Southern Near Me - Sugar Grove, North Carolina

Great service & delicious food! I had the shrimp and grits and it was soooo good. I wish the grits portion was much bigger though, it was very small. I'm glad there was pieces of bread added to the meal otherwise I would have left hungry. Our server was really nice & helpful. This is a great restaurant to visit in Valle Crucis. The house itself is beautiful! read more

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Great scene on a winters weekend - wholesome food, great drinks and wonderful homestyle atmosphere.

Excellent meal! We had the trout, chicken fried chicken and the peach cobbler. All were outstanding! Great ambiance and service.

Came in around 145 on a Saturday. People here but not busy and no wait. Small menu with a couple specials. Everything looks great and nicely decorated. Hostess and waitress are very pleasant. A true gym in Valle Crucis. Wall art and beautiful pottery available to purchase. Food was fantastic. read more

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Charming restaurant, but only if you have plenty of time and nowhere to be. Checked in at 12:55 and was told a 15-minute wait. We were seated at 1:30 - I get it, sometimes things get backed up. Ordered at 1:40. Around 2:00 our waitress said that the kitchen was a bit behind but our food was coming soon. Food didn't arrive until 2:25 with no further explanation or acknowledgement of how long we waited. I had a salad with grilled chicken and my boyfriend had a fried chicken sandwich, so nothing complicated. The food was pretty good but by then we were too annoyed to enjoy it. read more

Food was very average. Very little selection & difficult getting food. Also had to wait for bill longer than necessary.

When we come to the area each year there are only 4 places we eat at. As of this year's visit, that list is now 3. We arrived early at 4:45 pm on 8/5/2020. We first called from the parking lot to place a pick up around 4:55 pm. The girl was very apprehensive to consider taking the order. We asked about an item we saw online on the dinner menu. She argued the item was lunch only and we should check the menu online. We had before calling. We wait for them to open and we walk up. On the menu at the door for dinner was.....that item. There were only 2 other parties there. No one was waiting as we walked in. There were no signs indicating to go order customers were 2nd class citizens and had to order outback in the all but empty dark store. The hostess called my wife who was walking with a severe limp around the podium to point out the place through window. The hostess noticed her severe limp where she had just hurt her knee. Instead of offering to take our order, we are pointed out there in the rain. Then to top off everything else as they are watching my wife limp out ahead of me, I was verbally attacked by a waitress because heaven forbid my face shield slipped just a little below my nose. Her attitude aligned perfectly with all of the other attitude we had received up to that point. We did head on out to the shack where the 2nd class to go order citizens were to place orders out in the rain but we kept on to the truck. Obviously with only serving 2 other covers at 5pm they didn't need my money bad enough to treat us decently. So we headed back to Boone. We placed an order with Bella's Italian. They were excellent. Awesome customer service. They were happy we were there. The pizza and meatballs were really good. So next time you are in Watauga County ..... Head on over yander to Bella's in Boone. You will be appreciated and happier. read more

Over Yonder has an amazing staff and great menu, but the house itself and atmosphere truly make it an experience. If you're able to go, be sure to get reservations ahead of time and enjoy the porch if weather permits! One of the best in the local area to enjoy! read more