Best brisket I've had since leaving Texas, great sides, super friendly operators. The place is…read moresimple, unpretentious, great bbq that is tasty but not overly smokey, sides like mamma made. Definitely a return to place, about one hour from Asheville.

We came here because 1) it was later in the day and, 2) it was the weekend and most places were…read moreclosed. It was all good because this place was really tasty. It is a type of BBQ that is somewhat smoky but it's very clean, meaning not much fat or skin on the ribs, not rustic. The onion rings we ordered, along with the ribs, were good. We also had a pulled pork sandwich which was good also. Since everything was tasty, we ordered a brisket egg roll, and it was the best we had, along with the in-house ranch sauce. A great place to eat.

This place is popular so make reservations. There is a good reason it's popular and that's because…read moreit's delicious!! It's a lively and fun restaurant with a lot going on. The meals are large and shareable. The brisket was juicy and flavorful. My favorite part was dessert, the peach cobbler and banana pudding were homemade and so satisfying. I would go back just for those. It seems to be a favorite with locals and tourists alike. If you're in the area don't miss this opportunity to send your tastebuds into euphoria!

We recently visited Haywood Smokehouse and ordered two full racks of dry-rub ribs with mac and…read morecheese, fries, and coleslaw. Overall, we enjoyed our meal. The ribs were well-cooked, the portions were generous, and the service was great. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the food arrived promptly. The mac and cheese, fries, and coleslaw were all enjoyable and complemented the meal well. That said, we're giving it 3 out of 5 stars. While the food was good, we felt the selection of sides was somewhat limited compared to other barbecue restaurants. Our biggest disappointment was the barbecue sauce. The sauces were very thin, and because of that, they didn't really cling to the ribs. We personally prefer a thicker, richer sauce that stays on the meat and adds more flavor with each bite. Despite those points, we still had a pleasant experience and can see why many people enjoy this spot. Good food, good service, and a solid barbecue stop if you're in the area.

What a cute find in Sylva! We arrived around 1:30pm on a Friday. The restaurant was about 40%…read morecapacity, so the service and food were quick. The chick-n-berry salad was absolutely delicious. The Brussels and sweet potato tots were also tasty. I'd love to come back when exploring the east coast mountains again.

Fantastic food in a casual, comfortable spot. We went for dinner on a Thursday night and were…read moresurprised that the food took so long to come out--the very attentive server explained the kitchen was backed up, so okay, fine. Went back for lunch on Saturday and had the opposite problem: slow service, but waited no time at all once we ordered. The food is worth it if you have the time to spare, but plan to wait for it. Don't miss the gnocchi!! So dang yummy!

I've never eaten here before but I was craving a steak, I ordered a sirloin and baked potato, and…read moreI'm pretty sure I got a filet and sweet potato fries. The steak itself was kind of bland and not really appetizing, but I was hungry so I ate most of it with my own seasoning. I might come back and give it another shot but right now it was kind of a let down...

A definite if you're in the area! Colleen has outdone herself in creating a welcoming experience. A…read morebeautiful restaurant inside and out. Gio was the best waiter and we thoroughly enjoyed talking with him and Colleen both. We had the French Onion Soup and Beef Barley Soup both were delicious. We got the Sirloin and the Ribeye and both were cooked to perfection. A great drink menu as well. We will be back for sure. This place is amazing!

Right when you walk in the door, the vibe is just positive. It's laid back, positive, welcoming. We…read moredidn't eat, but the food looked good, and the portions were nice! Service was over-the-top helpful. Answering questions I didn't even know I had. They had many options of beer. Every beer on the current menu was different; even their IPAs were different types of IPA! Highly recommend a visit, whether you're a local or just passing through!

Great place! Stopped on my way through the Smokies, beer was tasty and my chicken sandwich and…read morechips were really tasty. Would definitely stop again!

Do not walk, run here! We ended up at this place by…read moreaccident headed back to Asheville. Amazing food! A true jewel by the river. I would drive an hour to get this food again.

While it is easy to find, it is a very unassuming dark red building set back from the road. You…read moreenter the gravel parking lot through a narrow driveway across a set or railroad tracks. None of the spaces are marked but it's not difficult to figure out where to park. Since the lot is gravel, be aware if you have mobility issues. You can park near the entrance but not adjacent to the building so there will be at least a short walk to the door. There is also a small step up to the porch in front of the door. The pickup window is next to the entrance door which is a nice touch as the interior is small and would certainly get crowded if to go orders had to wait inside. The interior is small with table seating for about 20. There is also a small outside patio for warmer weather dining. There are several windows allowing you to look over the very near river. We got there shortly before they opened and were seated within a minute of entering. We got a nice corner table next to the river. Our servers were very pleasant. They went over the menu and specials and were very patient answering any questions. One thing to note is they do not allow substitutions, so read the menu description carefully to be sure you know what you are ordering. We wound up ordering their daily specials. Unfortunately, I forgot to take note of what they were called. One was a curry and the other included short ribs and soup. We also ordered spring rolls. The spring rolls were brought to the table in about 10 minutes. They were hot and crunchy and excellent. The dipping sauce was a touch spicy and really brought out the flavor of the spring rolls. The main dishes were brought out after about another 15 minutes. The curry dish was outstanding. The meat was tender and seasoned very well. There was a slight overall spiciness to the dish, but it quickly settled into a warm glow that simply begged for another bite. The short ribs and soup special were also outstanding. The ribs were cooked perfectly with the meat falling off the bone. The soup was flavorful and the ingredients fresh. We ate until we were stuffed and then ate a little more. We simply could not finish everything and took the last bit with us, and it was just as good reheated the next day. We also decided to take a mango and coconut milk dessert to go for later in the evening. This was a wonderful finish to a great meal. The mango was fresh and flavorful. The coconut milk and sticky rice made for a great taste texture. For such an unassuming building the dining experience would rival that of any big city. The fact it is located in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina allows it to offer an experience unrivaled by any better known restaurant. If you are anywhere near Sylva, you own it to yourself to partake of a meal at Dalaya.

Vegans - there is menu for us! I love the big burrito with…read moretofu and I ask for it grilled. The hubs like it too.

This pizza was so delicious and has now made mad batter become one of my favorite spots to eat…read morearound western carolina. The servers are friendly and it didn't take too long for the food to come out. The inside is very groovy and fun. When I was here, they were having music bingo. Other nights they do karaoke and such.

We visited on the Sunday after thanksgiving and they only had pizza, salads and cold sandwiches…read more They were very good about giving this information as soon as you walked in the door. We ordered pizza and a Caesar salad. The pizza was very good - would definitely try it again. The salad was good but they only had the powder Parmesan cheese Service - the staff is very friendly

This is the most wonderful Italian restaurant that I have tried around the sylva/cullowhee area…read more The food is really delicious, the drinks were really crisp and good, and the servers and cooks were very quick and friendly. The inside is very cute and nicely decorated with an earlier 2000s tuscan look. There is awesome popular music playing as you eat. the price for the portion size is also not bad at all!!

Pros Clean Stocked…read moreFriendly workers Fast service Easy freeway access Employees wash hand and replace gloves after each order Always a pleasure getting food at Subway and this one never disappoints!

I have been to this store several times before. It is always good food and good service. Would…read morehighly recommend it to anyone.

The food and service were exceptional! The mushroom and goat cheese appetizer great! We had…read moreseafood bouillabaisse and chicken Marsala then shared a creme brûlée for dessert....we have eaten a lot of creme brûlée and this may be the BEST we have ever had

where do i begin? 4th visit, packed with people…read more should have known not to go in. my bad. waited 15 minutes to get seated.1.2 hours to get our food, all came cold. if you see a large crowd, come back another time. im sure they will do better??