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    Tapoco Tavern

    4.0 (130 reviews)
    ModerateResorts, American
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
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    TAPOCO TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Trout with slaw and okra.  Generous topping of bacon and onion. I had the slaw with both meals and really liked it
    Paul M.

    We had a chance to stay in the historic lodge and of course enjoyed the Tavern. I will say the draft beer selection is very good variety. And the pint is reasonable. We enjoyed burger and trout tacos one afternoon and came back to trout and chicken for dinner the following evening. Dishes are generous portions and well prepared. Service is good and all staff is friendly. We really enjoyed our visits

    6/25 Trout
    Georgia B.

    Happy Endings +++. Ambiance is open and covered full service patio resto and covered bar along the Cheoah River. This lodge is at the end of many trails and is a great place to finish any adventure. ++. Food is casual upscale pizzas and Southern catering to well heeled visitors. Their trout, brick oven pizzas, superfood slaw and lemonades were popular with us. +. Service was pleasant but slower as it was packed and the wait was long. +. Price is high...about double elsewhere around here. Even for the quality it's slightly higher than what you pay in big cities. +. Parking was tight, controlled entry and directed by attendants.

    Grill Chicken Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries
    Lisa C.

    We stopped here for lunch on a cold day & we set by the river. So beautiful. The waitress was so friendly and quick. I ordered the chicken Caesar wrap with fried okra. The okra was hot and crispy. The wrap had just the right amount of dressing on it. My husband had the grilled chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. He loved it. This is a must stop.

    Menu May 2025
    Dub H.

    You won't beat the view here, that's the one thing they have going for them. Food prices are resort prices for sure, probably a bit on the gouging side if you ask me. You can get a cheaper meal in Robbinsville or Tellico Plains with the same or better quality but you're a long ways out from both. I've eaten here many times over the years but this last time in May 2025 really left a bad impression on me. When I was here in 2024 they had a gluten free trout dinner that for 2025 is no longer gluten free. However, the trout nuggets are and they are pretty good. This time I ordered the campfire mountain trout and it was horrible. The fish was hard to cut and overcooked. It didn't pair well with the pecans and bacon. $29 for a bad meal. But wait...it gets worse. My girlfriend saw all the pizza pictures as well as some sitting around us. She loves pizza but there's a catch, she has celiac and needs to be gluten free. No worries, they have an option for gluten free pizza, ONLY a $4 uncharge....oh, and it's smaller than their medium pizza, but you'll pay the large price plus the surcharge. Okay, fine, we will do it because the non-GF pizza looks so amazing. But wait...they cook it in the same oven as the non-GF so there's a chance of cross contamination...okay we will take the risk. Well, talk about the biggest disappointment ever. This thing came out burnt on the bottom, took 50 minutes to make...I was done eating my meal before she got this pathetic tiny pizza. It came out with exactly 11 PEPPERONIS...11 OF THEM!! Toppings were so minimal you could count them. Burnt small pizza with countable toppings for only $27. If you're gonna price gouge people for the location and "resort" prices at least make it good. Cardboard thin pizza that's burnt on the bottom with no cheese or toppings for $27 is a complete ripoff. We had to stop for more food in Robbinsville on our way back to Raleigh because it wasn't even enough to make you full. Add in $9 for a mocktail that was mostly ice and with tip her meal was nearly $50 to leave hungry and have to get more food an hour later. But, the view was nice.

    Historic Tapoco Lodge
    Dustin C.

    What a fantastic place to go for dinner. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Tonight, there was a guy singing on the outside patio. Service was excellent, she did a great job with our table of six. We tried the fried Pickles, and they came out hot and tasty! Delicious!!! The chicken nachos were a huge portion and tasted great. The burger was cooked perfectly, and the jalapeno cheese was the perfect heat to the burger. The fries were huge and tasted great, yet were highly seasoned. The fish was a little overcooked, and probably won't get those again.

    Outside Cascades
    Josh J.

    The raging rapids right next to you is a beautiful sight to see, the service is quick and they hold a good standard of care to each customer. The food for being way out in the wood was surprisingly delicious.

    My wife and our drinks
    Kurt M.

    This is a nice place to eat. It has outdoor dining. You can sit and look at the River. The server was great. We even got to see some people kayaking. The food and drinks were great.

    Rapids. Great music. Wonderful property.
    Tami C.

    The service was great. The atmosphere can't be beat. Along the rapid and water. Fire pits and live music. The food was incredible. Memory was our server and. She was excellent. I had their Tapoco sunrise cocktail it was fantastic. I can't rave enough about this amazing place. Right before the dragons tail.

    Seating directly over the river.

    Fantastic food and beautiful riverside setting with great service all added up to this place instantly becoming a new favorite. After an invigorating run across The Tail of the Dragon, I enjoyed the Caesar Salad with Trout and the wife enjoyed a Stella's Chicken Sandwich. Both were superb in every way. Saw several other plates come out that looked delicious. Will certainly be back to try a burger as well as the pizza. Get there early on a Saturday because it does get busy and if you can, check the river water release schedule. Watching the brave kayakers tackling the river whitewater was fun too. For a car guy, the chance to hear some very nice sports cars charging up the mountain nearby was a bonus. For some people, that might have spoiled it but not for this gearhead!! Should have taken a picture of the food and the menu but didn't, unfortunately. Next time!!

    Let me just say you have to go check this place out. Beautiful setting right on the water. Food was amazing. Service was on point for a group of 15 that we had. Sherry, helped me out with the reservation. They support their military vets and first responders. Couldn't have had a better experience.

    Rachel H.

    Found this hidden gem and so thankful! We've been coming to the mountains for 14 years and we've never stopped. So glad a few of the ladies decided to go for a drive! It's a must try if you're in the area! Food was AMAZING!! Service was stellar! Drinks were great! They have a heated patio and plenty of seating!

    Old fashioned $12
    Clive V.

    It's been quite a while since I've been here but I realized that I never left a review. I wanted to make sure my 5 stars made it in there because this is definitely a great spot if you're in the area, and especially if you're staying in the lodge; don't pass up a meal and/or a cocktail here. I don't quite remember how the service was during our last visit but I do remember the great cocktail, the delicious food and the fantastic view. I also loved the rustic vibe, which provided for a great atmosphere. Definitely a destination spot on your list for holiday.

    Stopped in with friends for dinner. I had the smothered chicken. I am over 60 years old and this was the best chicken dish I have ever experienced. Two very thick large grilled chicken fillets. Cooked to absolute perfection. They were moist and juicy and fully cooked. The cheese and onions added to the flavor profile so well. Our server Memory, took special care of us. The location is along the river and the rushing water created a wonderful ambiance. We took some time after dinner to sit at the gas fire table and chat. Wonderful experience we are sure to repeat. Highly recommend!!

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    Great atmosphere and great service. I would go everyday if I could. Incredible place and food

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    Great service and great food with great view on the river. I will be back soon. The pizza was exceptional

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    We were able to get a seat by the river and the views and the sound of the water cascading over the rocks was amazing.

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