We have been coming here for years and I'm so glad they recovered and rebuilt after the flood. Their patio on the creek is absolutely the best. The service has always been great when we visit. Their fried mozzarella sticks were some of the best I've ever tried! This place is a staple of Hot Springs. read more

This place is awesome! We came on Friday for lunch and were seated right away. The food is delicious. If you order a side of tots, you'll get this huge basket! The staff is friendly and even thanked us for visiting Hot Springs. read more

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Updated review: My apologies, I was given false information when researching dog-friendly spots in Hot Springs (online). Your restaurant was listed, otherwise I would not have written down your specific days/times of operation. When I was walking by on Tuesday (knowing you were closed), and asked an employee on your deck, about no longer being dog-friendly, Helene was the reason I was given. Maybe he didn't feel like giving me a complete answer, but it was left as, there was no plan for it to become dog-friendly again. ‍ read more

This restaurant was incredible. Visiting from Wilmington and this was recommended by some of the locals. We ordered the mozzarella sticks and the Philly cheesesteak. The mozzarella sticks are 100% worth the hype. They are truly as delicious as everyone says. The cheesesteak was also amazing! I added jalapeños to mine, highly recommend. Aside from the food, the people here are so welcoming. Tim (the owner) was kind enough to share his story with us and made us feel right at home. Our server Katlin went above and beyond for us! She also shared some of the stories from Hurricane Helene, along with pictures and timestamps of the wreckage. It is heartbreaking, yet so inspiring to see how this community came together to rebuild. You can feel the love that was poured into it. We cannot wait to come back and visit everyone. We left with full bellies, amazing memories, a little buzz, and new friends. Thank you all so much! read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

We had a great experience here! Definitely get the cheese sticks and the Jalapeño poppers! The spicy peach wings were also tasty! Great atmosphere! read more

My husband and I were on a 3 week road trip and stayed at this awesome air b&b in Marshall, NC and thought we would check out Hot Springs. After going to another establishment in Hot Springs that was very unfriendly, we ended up at Spring Creek Tavern. We were only going for a drink and an appetizer and I have to say, I've had many mozzarella sticks in my time but these were the ultimate cheesesticks... so crispy and gooey (but not too gooey) with a type of meat in it as well which I think may be salami but really not sure except that whatever it is, it is delicious. And our waitress was friendly and welcoming, sharing with us photos of the flood when we showed our interest. We sat out on the deck which was beautiful overlooking the water; very glad we stumbled upon this spot. read more

Holy sh*t show. Rude staff. Unorganized kitchen. They treat you like you're an inconvenience for even being there. Skip it is all I can say. read more

Food was not great. Had onion skins in the cheese steak and the portion was a six inch sub roll for 15.99. with no sides. The server was extremely rude during our dining experience. I spoke with some locals that I have known for 25+ years and they said they had stopped patronizing this place for similar reasons. This is only the second time I have ever taken to yelp but here we are. I love the town and the people and at this time of year there are AT hikers and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. I would suggest to anyone visiting hot springs to avoid this place It has a great location but not worth the bad treatment from the wait staff person we had. The funny part was that the folks I took there own several fine restaurants in the Big Easy They were ready to walk out after the first visit from the waitress. And things only got worse throughout the meal. If you visit Hot Springs NC there are several other options that are friendly better cuisine and appreciate your business Well that is my 2 cents. See you on the river. ! read more

A great spot overlooking Spring Creek, Spring Creek Tavern feels like it's been around for over a century. Possibly it has. There's usually a wait to get in and be seated so bring a little patience, it's worth it. A terrific beer list compliments the tavern food. We enjoyed the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and Fish Tacos, but the fries were the star of the show! A huge, generous serving was way more than two people could devour. This is a cool place to soak up the town's vibe after soaking in the hot springs tub. Enjoy!. read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

My wife and I ate here for the first time for lunch. It was a nice day so we dined outside. There's a small stream that runs along side the restaurant and the deck which made the dining very pleasant. So our waiter was just ok. He was very pleasant but not very efficient. I did notice that the other waitstaff (all female) were exceptional and very attentive to their tables. The menu had a good selection with a variety of appetizers, salads, wraps, sandwiches, pizza and more. I was happy with the selection and prices were very reasonable. Lots of craft beer to choose from as well. We both ordered the chicken tenders and WOW, they were huge! Very delicious and a value for sure. Our sides were tasty as well except the cole slaw was bland. Be advised that there is smoking outside where we ate and unfortunately, we were next to and down wind of a chain smoker. There is no nonsmoking outside area. Overall, good place to dine in a neat little town. We will be back. read more

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Everything was great from the food coming out quick after a long day on the river, the excellent service, and the atmosphere! There are vegetarian options. There's public parking within a 5 min walk and really pretty patio seating. If you're planning on getting on of their world famous appetizer it can be a little pricey. GET ONE BASKET OF FRIES FOR 2/4 PEOPLE THEY ARE HUGE. read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

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This place is fantastic! They have been closed for over a year because of damage from Helene. They opened back up a few weeks ago and did an amazing job rebuilding the space. The food was awesome! We got the Homemade Cheese Sticks (don't miss this), a burger, wings, and a chicken sandwich and everything was on point! The service was excellent and the passion of the employees and the owners was obvious in every detail of our dining experience. Do yourself a favor and don't go to Hot Springs without stopping in for a meal or two! read more

Every time we go thru Hot Springs, we stop for Cheese Sticks. These ain't your Cosco freezer to fryer type, these are giant, hand rolled, super top secret ingredients awesomeness!!!! Seriously, people come from all around just to get them. Wash them down with an NC craft draft and you're golden!!!! read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Cheese Sticks, just order. You will thank me later!!!! - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

Hot Springs is tiny. There are very few food options. And they aren't all open every day of the week. Spring Creek Tavern is, importantly, closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. But, also importantly (especially in Covid-times), they have outdoor seating available. So during my week staying in Hot Springs, I knew I would eat here at least once. I just had to wait until mid-week to do it. I only had a short wait, and spent it sitting near the creek on the other side of the road. There is no cell service in town, so when you are called for your seat being ready...your name is shouted from the entrance by someone loud enough to be heard at all ends of the two-block main drive in town. They have a surprisingly varied and interesting beer list. Kudos on that! And the staff I interacted with were great. A good suggestion from the server had me ordering their cheese sticks. Provolone cheese, hand-rolled in salami, then wrapped in wonton/egg roll wrappers and deep fried. Stoopid delicious. The order is large and I am but one person, so I ate half and took half as leftovers....and y'all they were just as tasty a few hours later, not even reheated! What I really came for, though, was a burger after my hike nearby. And the burger was alright. Nothing spectacular, but it hit the spot for sure. I came back another day and got fries and a wrap. The wrap was not awesome, but I wanted something that seemed a little healthier that a burger. And the fries were indeed delicious. The fries as a side are a la carte, ordered separate from the main dishes. And the serving size is GENEROUS. Enough for probably 3-4 people to share. Or...enough for me to supplement my lunch and have leftovers at my Airbnb later that night. It is probably the most popular of the 4 restaurants in town (primarily thanks to its accessible menu, operating hours, and outdoor seating) so, especially during pandemic times, expect a wait. Be patient. And then enjoy your food! read more

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Traveling thru the western NC mountains and needing a lunch break, we stopped in Hot Springs for a bite. Spring Creek Tavern always seemed to be a popular spot in town on our trips back and forth from Tennessee but we had always been in a hurry. Sure glad we made time ! From the friendly greeting and excellence service, to our meal, an outstanding experience. On the recommendation of our waitress, we ordered the hand rolled cheese sticks, which are the size and shape of large egg rolls with the addition of salami inside. Amazing ! We chose to split a Buffalo chicken sandwich which blew us away with its sheer enormity and crispy outside and moist, tender inside. The portions here are huge ! I recommend sitting on the covered deck next to the river and enjoy a beer from their impressive local beer tap. We will be back soon ! read more

Spring Creek Tavern - An enormous Buffalo Chicken sandwich and the best and biggest mozzarella sticks I've ever eaten ! - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

After soaking in the hot springs tub, we were hungry. We decided to try out Spring Creek Tavern. This place has a great laid back vibe. We sat outside on the deck by the river. Ellin was super welcoming and a wonderful server. Of course we tried the world famous cheese sticks. Which were pretty amazing. I also tried a couple a of dark "baby beers" (my name for them ... they called them samples). We settled on wings & tots and a pizza, classic tavern food. Everything was delicious and really hit the spot! Ended up taking a bunch of it home with us ... bonus it all reheated fabulously! read more

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We were in the area to go to the Hot springs resort. We were starving afterwards and decided to pop in to Spring Creek Tavern. This is a cozy bar with lots to look at while you sit and have a beer. Love bars that have interesting décor everywhere you look. The bartender was super sweet and attentive. Draft selection was really good, and we really enjoyed our lunch. Absolutely worth stopping in for a beer or a meal. read more

Great local bar with above average for food. We especially loved their unique signature appetizer and wings. Will visit everyone in town.

Nifty little tavern - actually on Spring Creek, which adds great ambience to a meal or a happy hour toast, especially if sitting on the outdoor covered porch and enjoying the water rippling nearby. The staff is friendly, and attentive, and helpful. And a super shout out to Dan, for making helping us navigate a crowded evening, and ensure a safe and accessible experience despite my bulky wheelchair. We enjoyed a bottle of wine at the bar by the creek, then moved to a table under a fan for dinner. The Cajun Philly cheesesteak (meaty and well-flavored) was amazing, and the fried catfish tacos were (honestly) the BEST fish tacos I have ever had in my life (what IS that incredible sauce drizzled over the very very crispy fish and generous serving of slaw?), and I have them nearly weekly. The Buffalo dip(served with warm pita) was also absolutely delicious and we really enjoyed the handmade cheese sticks (comes with a salsa sauce, but they are even better dipped in the Buffalo dip!). We live either hours away, but anytime we have reason to be back in the area -- this is a must visit place! read more

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The food was great and the service was amazing. Highly recommend. Best tots and fries I've ever eaten and the Nachos were so good! You get a LOT of food for your money! read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

Loved this place. Sat by the creek outside and totally enjoyed the quiet creek and our view. Our server was excellent and was quick to share the list of drafts available and matching our tastes. Started with the chips and queso which was good for some basic appetizers. Had the Cajun Philly Melt which was excellent. Loved the kick - the roll was really nice so that everything stayed together. The hot dog seems to be longer than a foot but the hoagie roll also held The toppings in place. If you're cruising by, park in the public parking lot and stroll over. Something for everyone with great service. read more

Love the decor, atmosphere and of course the food here. I had the Buffalo chicken sandwich which was gigantic and covered in the delicious wing sauce. The fries are cute shoe string potatoes with tons of seasoning. The appetizer was by far my favorite- cheese sticks with meat (salami or pepperoni) inside, so yummy! Our waitress was so sweet and she even painted this awesome Grateful Dead mural! The food takes a little while but it is definitely worth the wait and the servers are so great. read more

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Four of us had lunch there on Friday. We ordered simple lunches, including a burger and fish tacos and tots. After an hour wait , no food appeared. We asked our server where our lunches were and her reply was "we're backed up, and you are not anywhere close to the front. " Finally , three meals came out, and we received fries instead of tots. We asked to see a manager about the missing meal, a simple burger. The manager told us it was late "because something went wrong with it." My burger finally showed up fifteen minutes later. We did receive a $2.50 discount As we left, someone asked us how it was. We all said horrible and slow. The manager came out berated us, and followed us down the street screaming at us for mentioning our bad experience. This used to be a cute, reliable restaurant. read more

We used to go here a lot before our hot tub appointment. Typically we'd sit at the bar enjoy a drink and a snack. Our last visit, will be our last. There's a gun toting hostess yelling out table assignments and standing in front of the door like it's a private club. We ordered nachos and everything on the plate was the same temperature from he sour cream to the homemade chili...cold. Basically it seems like a really cool place that was bought out by republicans and in the process they replaced actual local wait staff with the most "diverse yet still white" servers ever. read more

Stopped in recently in the mid afternoon... no waiting. Tempted by the Angus Beef Hot Dog.. with Chili.... She said... "House Favorite". It was.. The Tater-Tots and Fries were too. Worth the trip .... read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Excellent Hot Dog with Chili - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

I really enjoyed coming here a few weeks ago however when we came back on a Tuesday the sign said they are closed Mondays and Tuesdays and yelp was showing they were only closed on Mondays and I discovered that a local said because of Covid they are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays right now:) read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

Unbelievably good. Group of six guys and everything we ordered was superbe. The chicken "tenders" (they are basically three full breasts) were perfectly battered, crisp, and juicy. They left every other "tender" on the planet lacking. The only thing better than the food was the service. Our waitress, Summer, never let our drinks empty, gave only the best suggestions, and went above and beyond to give us an exceptional experience. Moreover, our list of complex orders and bill splits was handled perfectly without a single issue. She was top notch. 10/10 highly recommend. read more

One of the few restaurants at the downtown part of Hot Springs, NC but this tavern boasts a calming view of part of the river and surrounding mountains. I was having some FOMO that we didn't make a stop to an Asheville brewery, but they carry a variety of NC local brews including many draft beers from Asheville. We grabbed some cold brews and feasted here after our four mile hike. - Hand made cheese sticks: I can never look at cheese sticks again the same way. Kudos to whoever decided to put salami in these delicious fried provolone cheese sticks! So delicious especially w the marinara sauce! - Philly melt: A savory delicious philly...on a Texas toast which makes everything better. - Vegan Wrap: Not much flavor except the taste of raw onions and pickles, but I did like the consistency of the black beans. I got this to try to be healthy but really I think my side of tots cancelled that out real quick. read more

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Of the handful of times I've stopped in Hot Springs I cant believe this was my first time. To be honest I was with my folks during Christmas break and they weren't too keen on lunch at a bar scene. But after they scarfed down the delicious food and were able to enjoy a quite meal (their style), I'm fairly certain we will be back. The menu consists of typical bar style meals. Though everything we ordered tasted better than most bars food I've had. You'll find options such as hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, pizzas, fried pickles, chili, and mozzarella sticks (which I've heard are a must have --next time!). I ordered the Kickin' Chick'N Sandwich with their delicious bbq sauce in the side. The sauce is tasty and the chicken was SO good. Both my folks chose the chicken fried chicken sandwich. It came out piping hot and they definitely enjoyed it. We couldn't decide on the french fries or tater tots so we ordered both as a side. Both come with a generous amount to share with a few people. I have to say the tater tots won! The tots were perfectly made... Crispy on the outside and potatoey on the inside. I dipped mine in the barbecue sauce. mmM! If you're looking for a vegan option, the menu was limited to salad and the Vegan Hash Wrap. The wrap contains: Black Beans whole and pureed with zucchini, carrots and corn and wrapped with lettuce tomato, onion and pickle. Sounds quite tasty. There is a great beer selection here as well. There's domestic cans and bottles as well as local breweries on draft. I wanted to try a local light draft beer so our waitress suggested the Wicked Weed Appalachia Session IPA. Perfect choice! Our service was quick with food made to order. Our waitress was very friendly and accommodating. We definitely will be back. read more

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Outstanding service, from the moment the front door is open from the young gentleman with a long left arm, to the waitress (Meghan) it was spot on. Food came out as fast as possible for a large table of 13, but the stars go against the food. Everyone tried something different, but with the same answer... "nothing special". Other then the spicy french fries basket (feeds 2 or more) there was no "giddy up and go" on any of the other items. Quite bland, to say the least... basic mediocre food. read more

Cool staff. Cool place. Cool vibe. Cool beers. Really good take on the typical cheese stick. Food has flavor and the building is old, with a lot of character. Sit in the porch if you can. Great view of the river. read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Inside. Cool place. Get the "cheese" sticks! - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

It was a Saturday night, but we got in really quickly. Service was great, and food came out quick. We had a Cajun Philly and a Kick'N Chicken sandwich with tots. And the mozzarella sticks are always a must! Food was delicious. Had a really relaxed atmosphere with a cool punk-America feel. Would absolutely recommend. read more

Took a drive to hot springs and found rustic this tavern that serves good food. Had the fish tacos that tasted great. The side of onions straws were delish, not greasy but crispy. Also had the Buffalo cheese steak which tasted good. If you like IPAs they had a good selection. Would definitely come back. read more

Unsure how this restaurant received four stars (other than there are few restaurants to choose from). We weren't impressed. The waitress was not very accommodating - we waited a while to be acknowledged to to get a menu , and had to ask for silverware when our food was delivered. The philly sandwich was good. We told her we wanted to split it - she served as one sandwich, not cut in half, and without another plate. The reason for the 2** were the fries were truly awful - soaking in oil and limp (must have been cooked in oil that was too cold, then barely drained). If you want a beer to sit by the river, this place is fine. It's definitely not a place for good food. read more

They wouldn't allow my registered service animal on the outside patio. I was treated terribly. I have to have my PTSD dog w/ me for my C-PTSD and seizures. There's a difference between a emotional support animal and a working PTSD animal. My little dog senses when I'm about to have an episode. She was in her stroller for going in restaurants. She's so smart and she was made to feel like she was filthy and she did something wrong. They were cold and mean. I've contacted the ADA about this matter. read more

Omg! Who would ever think you would find such creative fun delicious food in this little gem of a town! We were referred to the restaurant after visiting the Welcome center in town. We stoped for lunch and we were not disappointed. All food is made to order and the menu states that so be prepared to be patient . We ordered the hand breaded chicken tenders ( 5 to an order) served with a side of teriyaki BBQ sauce which was delicious along with an order of hand cut fries. We also got an order of the mozzarella sticks which were the hand rolled and stuffed with mozzarella cheese AND salami! The marinara sauce served for dipping was outstanding ! They offer a wide selection of local craft beers along with a full bar. read more

Spring Creek Tavern - Hand cut fries, chicken tenders and mozzarella ! - Bars Near Me - Hot Springs, North Carolina

This place was really chill place. Atmosphere was good. Great people and friendly. If your don't like guns then you may have a problem with the host carrying one lol read more

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After our exciting rafting trip my family and I walk over to Spring Creek Tavern for lunch. We arrived around 1:30 on a Sunday and found that most tables were occupied. Fortunately a high top table for four was just leaving as we arrived. We grabbed this table inside near the bar and kitchen. There is also a large outdoor dining area. My wife and I split the Kick'N Chick'N Sandwich with blackened chicken, sautéed onions and mushrooms with a sweet Carolina BBQ sauce ($9.49). All sandwiches and burgers are served on garlic toasted Texas toast with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and your choice of fries, chili, salad or slaw. This was a really good sandwich and I especially liked the waffle fries. There is no kids menu, which was a little disappointing. We ended up with a classic burger with cheddar for our six-year-old son ($8.49). He really enjoyed having the burger on grilled bread rather than the traditional bun. This was a lot of food for him though. Our four-year-old daughter wanted pizza. Again there is no kid size so we ended up with a full cheese pizza ($10.99). This is why my wife and I split a sandwich. We knew there would be plenty of pizza leftover for us to enjoy. The pizza features handmade thin crust and a delicious red sauce. There aren't a whole lot of options in Hot Springs. While the Spring Creek Tavern was not very kid friendly, we made it work for a weekend lunch. read more

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Loved this place! What a cute area and this restaurant was exactly what we were looking for after an afternoon of rafting. We wanted a local spot with good comfort food. This place was it! Our tour guide suggested the homemade cheese sticks. This was the best decision of the meal. Provolone and either prosciutto or salami wrapped together and hand breaded and fried and served with marinara. I was sad to only eat 3 (6 to an order that I shared with my friend). For lunch I ordered the club wrap and tater tots and my friend got the pimento burger and fries. Be forewarned that the side items are GIANT and shareable. If we had known we likely would have only ordered one side. In any case, the variety was good. The club wrap was simple but great. They grill all of their wraps which was nice. The tater tots were perfection. Crispy and hot. Got some ranch on the side (definitely homemade). The burger was tender and flavorful and you can't ever go wrong with pimento cheese in my opinion. We took a slice of homemade Key Lime pie to go to share later - a great decision. Creamy and delicious. read more

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So much fun! Great beer-extensive list. Get the fried cheese sticks. Huge and filled with meat. Foot look hot dog is giant and delicious. Sit right on Spring Creek out on the deck. Staff is fun and super entertaining. We eat here regularly. They have the best parties read more