I stopped at The Red Fork in downtown Erwin while traveling from Atlanta to Northeast Tennessee for…read morea funeral, and I cannot say enough about the exceptional experience I had. I was traveling with my dog, who was a bit on edge from the long road trip and barked sporadically whenever people left the restaurant. Despite this, Aiden, my server, welcomed us with genuine kindness and patience. He was gracious, attentive, and completely unfazed by my dog's nerves, which made an already difficult day feel a little lighter. Because I was dining with my dog, I waited outside until the owner noticed me through the glass door. He immediately came out, warmly apologized for not seeing me sooner, and made sure we were comfortable. The apology was unnecessary -- if anything, it was definitely too cold to be dining outdoors, but I had no other option. Their hospitality made all the difference. As someone who lives in Atlanta, has dined at many excellent restaurants, and even wrote food reviews early in my career, I was genuinely blown away by the quality of the food. The wedge salad at The Red Fork is, without exaggeration, the best I have ever had. The fresh herbs, homemade dressing, and the addition of pickled onions created a layered, unexpected, and absolutely delicious flavor profile. I also loved the whipped pimento cheese served with what appeared to be homemade crackers and locally sourced chowchow. It was delightful -- one of those memorable bites you think about later. Their beer selection is also thoughtfully curated, representing a well‑balanced mix of local and regional craft brews -- IPAs, sours, lagers, and more. It's clear that care goes into every detail of the menu and beverage offerings, all locally sourced and seasonally influenced. I honestly can't believe such an outstanding restaurant exists in my hometown Tri‑Cities area. Between the exceptional food, the warm hospitality from both Aiden and the owner, and the overall welcoming atmosphere, The Red Fork provided the perfect end to a long and emotional day of travel. I will absolutely return, and I highly recommend it to anyone passing through or living nearby.

Had a great meal here with my mother while I was in town visiting. The staff looks young but they…read morewere real professionals. Food was delicious and well plated. Erwin has a real gem here.

Absolutely loved this little wine spot tucked away in Blowing Rock. All my friends were shopping…read moretil they dropped and I opted for a wine break. I was delighted by the white sangria which was cold and refreshing. I didn't ask what was in it (silly me) but it tasted like Chardonnay. The atmosphere was super relaxing. I sat back in a big, comfy chair, the kind you sink down into, and sipped my sangria. There were two servers running the place and keeping up other the many other patrons that stopped by. Super nice and got the job done well!

Sweet little wine shop in downtown Blowing Rock that has a huge selection of wines to pick from. We…read moredid a flight, the sweet one, and every wine was really good, although my favorite was the blueberry. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. When we brought the flight to our table, he gave a quick overview of each wine and flavor to expect. Each tasted exactly as he described! The selection to pick from is massive, but they are there to help you pick the right one for you.

We were headed to linville falls and gorge when we decided to stop for lunch when a shower came…read morethrough. It's deep into the woods and if you blink you'll miss it. We split the meat platter and it was plenty for the two of us for a light lunch. You can tell the owner takes pride in his business as he was there! Serving drinks in the drink area. We were a bit confused when we came up as we didn't know to walk into the back where the food truck is. Lots of seating and fun activities to do for everyone-- yard games, table games, trout fishing. If we are ever in the area we will be back!

Stopped by here recently on our way back from Grandfather Mountain and I'm glad we did! I've seen…read morethe signs a few times but never had a chance to stop. Cool little place with very friendly staff, a decent beer selection, and some pretty good wine-based cocktails. If you are in the area and looking for a cool place to hang outside, sip a beer or wine cocktail, and socialize or watch people trout fish, do it! They also have a food truck but we didn't try it, so can't comment.

We tried to get a table here almost every day of our 5-day trip, but it was packed! We finally…read moresmartened up and called a day ahead for a reservation. It might have just been the holiday rush, but I always figure "busy means good," so my expectations were high--and The Local didn't disappoint. We started with the nachos; they were delicious, though I do wish they came with a bit more meat. For mains, the burger was outstanding--probably one of the best we've had in the entire area. We also ordered the Brazilian steak, which was cooked perfectly and came with great plantains. The quinoa with tofu was good, too, though it was a little dry and would have been perfect with a sauce. The service really stood out. Our waitress was incredibly attentive and refilled my water at least four times without me asking. Great ambiance and an all-around good experience. Definitely worth the wait!

I was visiting my son in Boone, as we move him into college... Ordered the wings, I had what I…read morebelieve was a blackened goat cheese, and fig burger with caramelized onions, which was off the charts, my son had the Salmon. Ratings- He gave the salmon a seven I give my Burger a nine, and the wings were about a seven(dry rub). That said, sitting at the bar was absolutely a treat... Erin was fantastic. Will 100% return and this is definitely a spot not to be missed. Also fantastic beer selection!!!

Sante Wine Bar was exceptional. Everyone was friendly and very attentive. The charcuterie board was…read moredelicious and fresh and the wine recommendation was right on point. Would recommend stopping in if you are in town.

We stopped at this wine bar on whim. Nice place, we only had 1 glass of wine but it was very…read moreenjoyable. I recommend it

Great live music venue! Opened air in great wine selection. Our favorite place in Asheville.read more

What a hidden gem in Asheville. It's a fantastic space to drink wine listen to music and just…read morereconnect The wine was fabulous and service top notch

This place was great! The bartenders were a lot of fun, welcoming, and very quick to explain the…read moreconcept. You could feel the enthusiasm. The tasting room itself had a very funky vibe and cool music to match. The cinders are unfiltered, gluten-free, and not pastured. No preservatives, no added sugar. So they are not as sweet as you might be used to. I recommend stopping in and trying something new!

Love this place. Great selection of on rap and bottles of both their own ciders as well as this…read morefrom France, Spain, etc. Barstaff are Uber knowledgeable and extremely generous with tastings to determine the best pour for your taste.

Wine works all the time! Winter, spring, summer, and fall - pandemic or not - wine always hits the…read morespot. Luckily, Burnsville Wine and... has a terrific selection of rightly priced bottles for every occasion. We visit the area a lot and were thrilled to find this spot a couple of trips back - now a wine store stop and purchase are always on the itinerary. In addition to a good selection of American and imported varietals and blends, the shop has several microbrew selections for the beer fan in your group. To top it off, the proprietor is super friendly and the shop is always seasonally decorated. Excited for warm weather so we can shop local, sit on the outdoor deck, and sip!

We were looking for a place to stop for a glass of wine and pick up a bottle or two before heading…read moreback to our vacation cabin. We happened upon this little shop that was having a tasting evening for the public. The owner and a few other gals were there and it was awkward the have come in from off the street, the owner was a bit rude and smarmy. Decided not to purchase any wine unfortunately, moving on to the next spot.

Nice and quiet! It's overlooking area with live music downstairs. Full bar and a good selection of…read moredrinks to choose from.

Beautiful view and venue. No crowds--in South Slope! Very friendly and accommodating staff. It's…read morenot just a wine bar--they make excellent cocktails. You can bring food up for Good Hot Fish downstairs. No one should ever visit, because it's such a super secret spot!!

We were nearby staying at a local AirBnB and ended up dining here two night in a row. Really great…read moreservice both nights, seated right away on a Friday and Saturday, even with live music going on next door in the courtyard. Food was great, especially the BBQ plate (Friday night special) and the Brussel Sprouts appetizer. I highly recommend subbing goat cheese for bleu cheese. They have a decent tap selection and some pretty good cocktails too. One of the better options in Burnsville for sure. They outdoor bar space next door looked fun but we didn't get a chance, next time.

Quaint ambiance fits the area perfectly and the meal was very good to match. The wings were…read morewell-cooked and had a darker, smokier buffalo sauce than any I'd tried before. I'd definitely order them again. The jalapeno bottlecaps/onion straws (yum) and the maple Brussels sprouts/cauliflower portions were very large. The maple on the sprouts was a little overpowering after the first bite or two. It's only a block or so off of the town square, so I recommend walking around after you finish. Friendly service.