The location is excellent, and the atmosphere immediately stands out. It gives you that warm,…read morecomforting feeling of sitting down for dinner at an Italian mom or dad's house -- without actually being part of the family. It's inviting, intimate, and thoughtfully designed. This is a great spot for a date night or a dinner with family. That said, the overall vibe leans more toward a romantic evening setting than a kid-focused restaurant. It's the kind of place you take your wife for a nice night out or bring someone on a first date when you want to make a solid impression. When we arrived, we were seated quickly. The restaurant was about half full, yet it maintained a calm, relaxed energy. It wasn't loud at all, which made conversation easy and enjoyable -- something that's becoming rare in many dining spots. Our waiter was extremely helpful and genuinely kind. He answered every question thoroughly and spoke very positively about both the food and the restaurant overall. You could tell he believed in what they were serving, and that confidence matters. The only real drawback for me was that the desserts weren't made in-house. For a restaurant with such a strong, authentic feel, house-made desserts would have elevated the experience even more. For my entrée, I ordered the chicken cordon bleu with salad and pasta topped with marinara. The dish was good, but if I'm being completely honest, I felt it needed more seasoning. When I eat Italian food, I want bold flavor -- I want to get hit with basil, garlic, herbs, and depth. The seasoning felt a little light, and that was the main thing missing for me. Outside of that, the meal was enjoyable. One thing I truly appreciated was that the owner personally walked around checking on guests and asking how everything was. That's a touch many restaurants could learn from. It makes people feel valued and welcomed -- like family. And that hospitality element is something they absolutely got right. Overall, I think this is a place most people should try if they haven't already. It delivers a warm atmosphere, solid service, and a dining experience that feels personal. I'll definitely be back.

The good: No reservations required when we went for dinner. Our server was polite and attentive…read more The less good: The decor is circa 1975 and communicates tired and drab. The food, while fresh, is mediocre-tasting. Nothing to write home about. It'll do if you go in with tempered expectations.

Fantastic food and service. We ordered lasagna, chicken piccata and lamb chops. Everything was very…read moretasty.

Great food and service! Charlie and Collette run a top notch restaurant. The atmosphere is modern…read moreand friendly. the bar area is the nicest in the area with up to date decor, beer selection, wine and liqueurs. The dining area is likewise modern, clean and easy to traverse. Wait staff is super friendly and attentive to all customer needs. Tonight we had the dinner specials (Babyback Ribs and Butterflied Shrimp) which is not your typical Italian cuisine but a delicious break from the normal great Italian food that they serve on their menu which has various wonderful selections. Appetizers, salads and deserts are always fresh and delicious. This is one of our favorite places to eat and servers like Sofya and Tina make the experience even better with their outstanding customer friendly service.

Got jalapeno poppers, by far my fav!!! I love the pizzas too, that's all I've had from their but…read morewill be coming in for a mixed drink for sure!!!!

Super friendly and helpful staff! The front section is a restaurant, and the huge back section is…read morethe brewery. Fun decor throughout, they offer beer, wine, shots of hard liquor to make your own drinks (see the wine menu for details). We enjoyed the pretzel with beer cheese, a vegetarian panini, and a pizza. All items were delivered with smiles and great care! Really impressive family who own and run Hoppy Trout! Highly recommend!

We just ate lunch at Frannie's Kitchen today! We were sad when we were told that the pizza dough…read morewasn't ready yet, but quickly found sandwiches on the menu that we liked. Just after we placed our order, the really nice own came to our table and let us know the pizza dough was ready! Woohoo! We were so excited and we were not disappointed! We ordered the meat pizza and it was amazing! I even commented to my husband that the cheese was so tasty that I would have been even happy with a cheese pizza, but the meats and the smoked bacon made the pizza even more tasty! But there is just something about the cheese that stood out. It was melty, just the right amount of chewy and the flavor, man! It's just really good cheese! Lol! I love a really great cheese! The price of the pizza was also very reasonable! And we even had left overs! I highly recommend this restaurant and you should really try the pizza! Definitely will be returning many times!

Great food! It was our first time at Frannie's tonight and it was wonderful. Excellent service, the…read moreambiance was relaxed, and we enjoyed the classic oldies and 80s music. Pizza was great, the strawberry cheesecake was amazing, and our kiddos loved the soft serve ice cream. Highly recommend checking out this little gem in Andrews!

We didn't choose to spend four days in and around Andrews because of its reputation as a culinary…read moredestination. It obviously has plenty of other charms, most notably its beautiful and remote Blue Ridge mountain environment. But dining options turned out to be drab indeed. The Santo Niño tienda and restaurant was very much an exception, though. We only made it there once but should have come here for every restaurant meal we had while in the area. Based on a couple of tortas, this humble family-run spot killed it on the food. Everything was fresh as it could be, and the kitchen does not skimp on the more-expensive ingredients like avocado and meat, or any other ingredient for that matter. These were sizeable sandwiches. Lengua was tender and succulent, and the wife thought the chorizo was great, too. The tortas are served with fries that were better than they looked (which was rather Ore-Ida-ish)--piping hot with some crispiness to them. I was only a little bummed because it was only after our food was on the way that I realized that the restaurant has pozole on Sundays. Santo Niño occupies a spot in a shabby and grim strip center on the western edge of town. Don't be deterred by this. The business inside is hardly fancy, but it has a warm and comforting feel.

We had a very fun lunch here! Both the Pambazo and Carnitas we ordered were delicious. We ordered…read moreour lunch with a side of Jarritos and watched the Christmas movie they were playing in the background. We will definitely be back to try some more dishes and to get treats from the market. Thank you for the kind service.

If someone had told me I'd find one of the best Cuban sandwiches I've had outside of Florida in…read moreBryson City, North Carolina, I probably wouldn't have believed them--but High Test Deli & Sweet Shop proved me wrong. We stopped in on the recommendation of a local shop owner while we were visiting Bryson City, and I'm so glad we did. Being from the Tampa area, we're pretty picky about Cuban sandwiches. They're a staple back home, so our expectations were high. The owner happened to be there and confidently recommended the Cuban, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. There was a short wait while it was made fresh, but it was well worth it. The sandwich was perfectly balanced, flavorful, and honestly tasted like a little piece of home. We packed it up and enjoyed it before heading out for an afternoon of tubing, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The shop itself is charming, clean, and has a welcoming atmosphere where you can sit down and enjoy your meal. We didn't try the sweets this time, but they looked delicious and give us another reason to come back. Meeting the owner made the experience even better. He was friendly, welcoming, and clearly takes pride in what he serves. Whether you're a fellow Floridian missing a great Cuban or you've never had one before, do yourself a favor and stop by High Test Deli & Sweet Shop. It's absolutely worth it. This is an easy 5-star recommendation, and we'll be back the next time we're in Bryson City.

We stopped by High Test Deli and had a fantastic experience. Our group tried the Cuban sandwich,…read moreFrench dip, Italian sandwich, chicken nuggets, and pickles, and everything was delicious. The portions were generous, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the prices were surprisingly affordable. The service was great--friendly, attentive, and efficient. The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was welcoming, and it was a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. It's not always easy to find a place that delivers good food, good service, and good value, but High Test Deli did all three. We would definitely stop by again the next time we're in the area.

FRESH FRESH FRESH!!!!…read more We had homemade Manicotti absolutely delicious!! Brick oven Pizza was awesome!! Fresh grated Rigiano cheese.. You must come try them!!! You will not be disappointed I promise!!!!!

Leo's is one of our staples whenever we are in town. The service is great and the pizza is…read moredelicious!

Smokestack is a great place, where locals meet and the food is GOOD!…read more They have a great array of sandwiches, salads and hot plates. PLUS, they have gluten-free bread. Service is solid and friendly, and the cafe has an open, spacious feeling. Try Smokestack Soon!

We tried to order the corned beef wrap, and two employees looked at us like we were aliens even…read moreafter we showed them the corned beef wrap was on their menu. After changing gears, we both got a roast beef wrap, mine with fries, and the hubbies with sweet potato fries. The food arrived at the table quickly along with packaged condiments. We found the roast beef to be overdone and gristly, and the fries were bland with no seasoning. After reading the reviews, I was truly disappointed in this café.