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    Whipped Ricotta Cheese with Poached Pears. Served with Focaccia Bread. This was very delicious.
    Katherine S.

    We were seated by the hostess right away. It was not that crowded yet and she asked us what table we wanted. She was very considerate. There was a real fire lite in the fireplace. The atmosphere was very nice. Our waitress, Angela was one of the best we have ever had. She payed attention to every detail. We loved our meal. It was delicious. We even got to meet the Chef, Sean. What a nice touch. Don't miss this place!

    Smoked Trout dip
    Alan R.

    We decided to try the Embers since the next door restaurant wasn't seating walkings anymore and we are glad we did. We order a trout dip which I've never had one before but it was really good. We also ordered the pork tenderloin and the roasted chicken and they both were delicious and cooked perfectly, lastly we tried the s'mores pudding and we love s'mores so we definitely enjoyed it, the service has great from the hostess to our server Isabella that was nice and attentive. We will definitely recommend this place and maybe next time we'll stay at the hotel.

    Beef Filler Entrée
    Iam A.

    The Embers has a lot going for it, but the dinner food and the wine pricing are not among them. Location: Killer in all respects!! Patio: Absolutely wonderful, complete with a well-located, wood-burning fireplace Bar: Terrific atmosphere with a great list of snazzy drinks. Food and Wine: Now the drama begins (see attached photos) ... On a Wednesday evening I ordered the beef fillet and a glass of the Paso Robles Austin cab, and my wife ordered the trout. Both entrees came out looking strong, but my "medium-rare" beef came out cooked "well", and my wife's trout was thin and small-portioned. I have never sent a steak back -- ever -- but I had to this time: it was not edible without even a hint of pink. The kitchen promptly brought me out a properly cooked steak, but they also bought me back my original veggies. Hmmmm ... hot steak and cold veggies?!?! Couldn't they have zapped the veggies a bit? Wine: The cab was excellent! So good that I took a photo of the label so I could purchase some, which I was able to do. The problem is that a full bottle cost only $17, but each glass with my meal cost $14. To me, that markup is a bit heavy. Sorry to say, but better options exist in Blowing Rock for food. However ... a fancy cocktail or two on the patio is probably worth doing.

    Steak & chimichurri
    Pamela T.

    We've really enjoyed the new Embers it has a lovely bar area & table seating in side + a few tables on the outside patio where there is a lovely wood burning fireplace. We've had an excellent breakfast there as well as lunch and several dinners. Inventive food options & attentive service. It's a welcome addition to Town.

    We loved the ambiance and the service was amazing! The food tasted delicious! You can tell they take there time with each recipe! We will be back!

    Turkey Meatloaf
    Pippa M.

    The food here was exceptional. I had the Turkey Meatloaf and the Pappardelle with Short Rib. Both were great. The pasta was cooked just right and they definitely didn't skimp on the meat. The meatloaf was full of flavor and the mashed potatoes were silky. The service was amazing and our waitress, Kim, was very sweet and kind. She knew the menu very well and was great at making suggestions. The food came out quickly, but nothing felt rushed. Overall, it was a great night and we'll definitely be coming back to try their brunch menu soon!

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    We had multiple meals here when we stayed over. Christmas. Service was always super friendly and attentive. Food was amazing each time!

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    Excellent service and food. Definitely a hidden gem that we will frequent often. Great selection of apps, entrees, specialty drinks and wine

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    Food, service and ambience were fantastic! Loved the menu! Bar was great too! We will be back!

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    The atmosphere is beautiful and the food is yummy! Every server we had was super nice eager to make us happy

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    The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop - Hickory Smoked Trout w/ Collard Greens & Fennel Potatoes

    The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

    4.3(502 reviews)
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    On our annual trip to Blowing Rock in May, we had to visit Speckled Trout twice. We love their…read morelow-carb options combined with their custom crafted cocktails, this place is a must-visit for every trip to Blowing Rock. Their cocktails are crafted with homemade syrups, and change seasonally. I had the Garden in Tibet--a delicious drink with gin, Prosecco, sugar snap pea syrup (!), green elixir syrup, elderflower liquor, and lemon. You'd think this could be a too-sweet drink, but it was PERFECT. My husband had the Which Damascus the first time, with rye whiskey, cherry basil syrup, hickory syrup, Amaro Montenegro, Tiki bitters, Peychaud bitters, and orange. He enjoyed it, but I thought it was definitely too sweet. He had a Garden in Tibet on our second visit, and preferred the Tibet to the Damascus drink. We love their unique smoked trout deviled eggs as an appetizer. This dish has two eggs filled with smoked trout, and three filled with a deviled egg mixture. The accompanying house hot sauce is so good! For our entrees, we both had hickory-smoked trout on the first visit Mine was definitely saltier than his. We had three sides--collard greens, smoked Gouda grits (our favorite), and corn, hominy, yellow squash & chile hash (so fresh and delicious!). On our second visit, I had the almond and cornmeal-crusted trout with the smoked Gouda grits, and my husband tried their fried chicken sandwich with slaw. He absolutely loved the sandwich--the chicken was thick, juicy, and very tender. He'll definitely get the sandwich again. Service is always good at Speckled Trout, and I love that we can pay with ApplePay at the table via the Toast handheld. We can't wait to return.

    Went here for dinner based on several recommendations. I went for the blackened trout with 2…read moresides, by wife had a different prep. Food came quickly and was excellent. I saw a Wyagu burger come out and it looked delicious - wish i had ordered that, would choose it if I go again. FYI, this place is busy and you will need a reservation, best to make it well ahead of you want your time slot.

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    The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop - Dining room

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    Café Violette - Duck fat fries w/lemon aioli

    Café Violette

    4.6(61 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Café Violette is pure culinary perfection in the heart of vibrant and spunky Blowing Rock. My wife…read moreand I came up for a quick getaway, and this spot turned out to be the highlight of our trip. We lucked out with a table on the cozy patio sitting on Main Street, where the town buzzes with life. The interior is beautiful and refined, but the outdoor setting, with the fresh mountain air and the hum of the town, created the perfect backdrop for a special evening. Service was impeccable. Gracious, attentive, and perfectly timed throughout the night. We began with a chilled French Chenin Blanc that paired beautifully with our appetizers. The escargot, bathed in a garlic cream and Gruyère sauce, was rich and mouth meltingly tasty. The braised and seared octopus was incredibly tender, deeply flavorful, and quite honestly, one of the best we've had anywhere. For mains, we shared the heirloom tomato burger, which was juicy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor. Alongside that, we split the mushroom burrata orecchiette, pillowy pasta coated in a creamy lemon pistachio pesto with locally sourced mushrooms. It was rich, bright, and beautifully composed. When dessert rolled around, we switched things up with cocktails. I had the old fashioned with a pistachio twist, complex and not overly sweet. My wife enjoyed a smooth and flavorful espresso martini. Both paired wonderfully with the finale: a creamy, light tiramisu and a house-made French éclair with fresh peaches. Each bite was the perfect ending to an already stunning meal. From start to finish, Café Violette delivered. The food, the service, the atmosphere, and the view all came together in the best possible way. This is French fine dining with soul, nestled in one of North Carolina's most charming towns. An absolute must-visit in Blowing Rock.

    This restaurant is a must if you are in Blowing Rock. Planning ahead to make a reservation is a…read moremust as the restaurant is on the smaller side. Service (Ellen) was excellent, value was high and food was outstanding. The grouper was prepared perfectly. The scallops are rich and delicious and paired well with the pickled grape salad. Did someone say duck fat fries. These were the best fries ever.

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