Wow!!! Unbelievably good! We ordered the cheeseburger pizza. I've had cheeseburger pizza at other…read moreplaces but they were not this good. The dough is fresh tasting. In fact, we saw a guy hand forming another pizza for someone else. The restaurant is clean. The ladies are nice. Every employee is seen, no wondering what they're doing in a hidden away kitchen. No dropped food behind the counter. The prices are reasonable. We are a medium pizza and had two drinks for just over $20.00. They have fountain drinks or canned drinks from which to choose. We almost didn't stop because there isn't really a big sign advertising this place. We were driving by and just happened to have seen the word pizza on the door. Glad we found it and if we should be back in the area, we will definitely be back.

We came twice in the 9 nights we camped at Roan Mt State Park. the pizza is thinner crust and…read moredelicious. I like the cheese bread and the cheese or pepperoni pizza the best. My husband was a huge fan of the cheeseburger pizza. My kids loved the cheese bread and cheese pizza as well. There are other pizza places in Roan Mt but this is the best. The crust is baked to perfection and they are super nice and have great service. They are not always open every night so check the schedule. There is not a big sign on the road or anything either so make sure you don't miss the turn. We came with 10 people one night and 15 people another and were able to be seated quickly and get our food pretty quickly too. It's not huge but it fits the bill for what we needed and the pizza is great.

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!

I was visiting my son in Boone, as we move him into college... Ordered the wings, I had what I…read morebelieve was a blackened goat cheese, and fig burger with caramelized onions, which was off the charts, my son had the Salmon. Ratings- He gave the salmon a seven I give my Burger a nine, and the wings were about a seven(dry rub). That said, sitting at the bar was absolutely a treat... Erin was fantastic. Will 100% return and this is definitely a spot not to be missed. Also fantastic beer selection!!!

Our first time to Americana and it will NOT be our last! Exceptional food and fantastic service…read more(thank you Victor!)....simply amazing. We can't wait to come back! Hawaiian Ribeye, spinach, brussel sprouts, baked potato, and OMG the Carver chocolate cake! Everything was fantastic!

Our first visit to Americano Steakhouse over a year ago was a positive one, and we looked forward…read moreto dining there again. Last night we ate there with the same couple who dined with us the first time...and we all were quite disappointed, unfortunately. My husband and I shared the NY strip steak. There was a surprising amount of fat for this cut of meat, and the steak also had none of that delicious char you expect. It was a bit underdone for the medium we'd requested, but not too far off. Our friends fared worse. The husband ordered a rib eye and deemed it "just ok." The wife ordered a filet cooked medium and it came out completely rare. She tried eating around the edges but left most of her steak untouched (I would have sent mine back to the kitchen if I were her, but my friend is wary of sending meat back; she said she was afraid it would then be overcooked). Her broccolini side dish was so undercooked that it was basically raw, so she didn't eat that either. The french fries and baked potato were fine, and our server was capable and pleasant. However, given the overall experience, we won't be back. That type of meal is handled much better by Stonewall's in Banner Elk.

Smokey mountain bakers is a very quaint and cool place. I love that it's kind of unexpected in…read moreappearance how good the food is. Pulling up in the parking lot, you can smell the wood fired oven as it bellows out that smokey goodness from it's hearth. The food here is exceptional! From the baked goods to pizza it's very fresh and the barista does a fine job at making the coffees as well. My favorite is the caramel macchiato. If you haven't been to Smokey Mountain Bakers, treat yourself to an authentic Roan Mountain gem. Roan Mountain would not be the same without it.

All food was excellent! I love finding little places like this on my travels. It's nothing to look…read moreat but who cares. We went for the breakfast burrito, was excellent! The next day we went back for the pizza(everyone there told us we had to) and it was also delicious If you're anywhere in the area of this, GO!!

I stopped at The Red Fork in downtown Erwin while traveling from Atlanta to Northeast Tennessee for…read morea funeral, and I cannot say enough about the exceptional experience I had. I was traveling with my dog, who was a bit on edge from the long road trip and barked sporadically whenever people left the restaurant. Despite this, Aiden, my server, welcomed us with genuine kindness and patience. He was gracious, attentive, and completely unfazed by my dog's nerves, which made an already difficult day feel a little lighter. Because I was dining with my dog, I waited outside until the owner noticed me through the glass door. He immediately came out, warmly apologized for not seeing me sooner, and made sure we were comfortable. The apology was unnecessary -- if anything, it was definitely too cold to be dining outdoors, but I had no other option. Their hospitality made all the difference. As someone who lives in Atlanta, has dined at many excellent restaurants, and even wrote food reviews early in my career, I was genuinely blown away by the quality of the food. The wedge salad at The Red Fork is, without exaggeration, the best I have ever had. The fresh herbs, homemade dressing, and the addition of pickled onions created a layered, unexpected, and absolutely delicious flavor profile. I also loved the whipped pimento cheese served with what appeared to be homemade crackers and locally sourced chowchow. It was delightful -- one of those memorable bites you think about later. Their beer selection is also thoughtfully curated, representing a well‑balanced mix of local and regional craft brews -- IPAs, sours, lagers, and more. It's clear that care goes into every detail of the menu and beverage offerings, all locally sourced and seasonally influenced. I honestly can't believe such an outstanding restaurant exists in my hometown Tri‑Cities area. Between the exceptional food, the warm hospitality from both Aiden and the owner, and the overall welcoming atmosphere, The Red Fork provided the perfect end to a long and emotional day of travel. I will absolutely return, and I highly recommend it to anyone passing through or living nearby.

Had a great meal here with my mother while I was in town visiting. The staff looks young but they…read morewere real professionals. Food was delicious and well plated. Erwin has a real gem here.

We stopped here after hiking in the area. We ordered steak tips, ribeye, chicken tender salad, and…read morecheese fries. Everything was hot and delicious. The tips and steak were cooked perfectly. Server checked on us several times. Extremely nice and courteous. Reminded me of my youth when it was a treat to eat out at a sit down restaurant. We loved it and would definitely come back. Not sure how others had such bad experiences. Ours was perfect.

We stopped here for lunch after a hike and were very impressed! The food was so good and our…read moreserver, Breleigh, was super sweet and accommodating!

This is the best subway I've been to in a while now. I walked in and muttered "I'm starving" and…read moreordered a BLT salad that I've been craving. Usually Subway's produce is not that great but the girl making my salad took the time to pick out the tomatoes with huge cores and threw them away. She listened to all my requests (crunchy bacon, tons of salt, pepper, oregano, and parmesan cheese) and in terms made me a salad so massive that the lid would barely fit! I'm picky and love Subway, this location went above and beyond!!

From the owner: Making change for good. We're taking a fresh look at how we make an impact on the world around us…read more It's our responsibility, and we aspire to do better every day. We want everyone to have access to better-for-you options and nutritious food. So innovations, quality control, and transparency are on the menu. Subway® restaurants are owned and operated by your neighbors. We support our communities and lend a hand when one is needed.

If you are ever looking for anywhere in the High Country to dine make sure to check out Reid's…read moreCafe. A hidden gem that provides high-quality, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients -- as well as fresh seafood, oysters, and daily specials. The drinks range from local beers to stunning cocktails, my recent favorite being the Chai Espresso Martini! The elegant unique ambience of the restaurant makes the meal even better and of course the staff always goes above and beyond! On the food menu we had the opportunity to try the Crab of the Day, the Buttermilk Biscuits, and the Tomato & Stracciatella. Definitely don't miss out on this new spring menu! If you love this place check out their sister restaurant the Beacon & other amazing locations including Betty's Biscuits & Pearl's Kitchen!

The food is great and very fresh but portions are very small and prices are high. I will be back if…read moreI want to have a nice dinner but would not frequent due to price and sizes

Food was beyond delicious, from fresh, artisan bread on the Club sandwich to shoe string fries with…read morea hint of rosemary. We got buffalo wings and pizza as well, with all food being absolutely delicious! The waitress was very attentive and nice. I would highly recommend giving this place a try and making it a regular.

We decided to give Elk River Depot another try after many disappointing visits over the years. We…read morewent for lunch today. We waited to be seated and waited on too. The food was fair. When my husband asked for the roll his special came with was told they were out of rolls. He was offered a biscuit and took it. Our bill was higher than it should be. I was charged for a drink on the work day special. The girl apologized and refunded $3. I asked for a receipt and saw that we were charged $4 for side salad trip to salad bar that we had understood our waitress to say that my husband could substitute one of his sides for 1 trip to the salad bar. My husband would have liked to choose mashed potatoes and gravy, but it was not listed on the sides on the menu. We heard a waitress offering mashed potatoes and gravy to a customer as we finished eating. We will not be back.

This restaurant is one of my family staples. Very consistently good and the staff is always prompt…read moreand attentive. specials are always outstanding and prepared wonderfully. Some of the best food in the mountains!

What a gem! Fast service. My husband and I split the grilled trout special which had a choice of…read moresides. We chose grits and sweet potato fries. Everything was cooked perfectly. We definitely will be back. Don't pass this one by!