Are you looking for eggs that are pastured without GMO'd feed been or chemicals? Are you looking…read morefor beef that is raised without any of the nonsense like GMO corn, soybean or feed but is raised with regenerative farming techniques, fed and finished with grass? BSH Marketplace is like going home to Memaw's house to grab a bite to eat and stay for a while on the porch. My favorite place to chill and sit a while while having a cool drink on the porch - (non alcoholic). This is a farm - please be kind to the people behind the counter - this is not Chic-filet or MacDonalds. This is quality over quantity, 'Slow Movement' - a beautiful place to chill-out after a bike ride or just want to walk on the property and see the animals and the grounds.

Very cool place! Farm to table with fresh meats, cheeses, all kinds of offerings…read more Fresh coffee/espresso, breakfast sandwiches, etc Very friendly staff that gave us some local "go tos" to check out.

Food was prepared peefect. I had salmon, which was not over cooked as usual at other restaurants…read more My daughter had chicken salad on croissant, which was very flavorful. Our waiter was very prompt and friendly. Nice atmosphere.

Nice storefront restaurant. Really tasty club sandwich and fries. The old style building and…read morefriendly staff made it a great experience.

We made a trip to one of my favorite stops when visiting my family's cabin in Ellijay…read more The place is huge with a vast selection of fresh fruits, bakery items, wines for tasting, and plenty of cute souvenirs to browse. The wine slushies was honestly one of the highlights for us. It was so good, we each had 2 before we left lol ! They have u pick seasons with a variety fruit so make sure you check out their website ! Beautiful place, friendly atmosphere, and definitely worth visiting if you're in Blue Ridge

Mercier Orchards was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Blue Ridge and is absolutely worth…read morevisiting. The U-pick apple experience was a blast, and the orchard is beautiful, well organized, and family-friendly. We spent hours here between picking apples, browsing the market, and sampling drinks. There is an incredible selection of local products, baked goods, jams, cider, wine, fresh produce, gifts, and souvenirs. Everything looked fresh and high quality, although many of the items are definitely on the pricey side. We also tried both the hard cider and wine flights, which were reasonably priced and a fun way to sample several of their offerings before deciding what to take home. Most of the staff we encountered were friendly and welcoming, and despite the crowds, the overall operation ran smoothly. Unfortunately, what should have been a five-star experience was overshadowed by one concerning incident. After returning from the U-pick orchard on the tractor, we noticed a family parked a couple of spaces away from us. The adults removed a younger child from the vehicle, and it appeared there may have been another child, approximately four years old, still inside the parked vehicle. We fully recognize the seriousness of making that assumption and cannot say with certainty what the circumstances were. However, with temperatures well above 90 degrees, we felt it was far better to report what we observed than ignore a situation that could potentially put a child at risk. What disappointed us most was the response. We informed staff of our concern, yet there seemed to be little to no sense of urgency. Even if it ultimately turned out to be a misunderstanding, I would have expected someone to immediately check on the situation or at least acknowledge the concern and verify that the child was safe. When it comes to a potential child safety issue, I'd much rather see staff respond quickly to a false alarm than risk overlooking a genuine emergency. Despite that experience, Mercier Orchards is still a wonderful destination. The U-pick experience, shopping, cider and wine tastings, and overall atmosphere make it a place I'd recommend to anyone visiting the Blue Ridge area. My hope is simply that management reinforces the importance of treating potential safety concerns with the urgency they deserve. Had it not been for that interaction, this easily would have been a five-star review.

This little bakery in downtown Kingston is so charming and elegant! Appointed in the style of a…read moreclassic southern teahouse, Bettye Rose serves up some very tasty brunch items and a tempting array sweets! The cream cheese cinnamon roll is excellent, spiraled soft dough with a thick cream cheese frosting that isn't overly sweet. But to me, the real winner is the house-made oatmeal cream pie! With two homemade oatmeal cookies surrounding a delicate white filling, there is a reason this item is among the bakery's most popular! And I must return to sample the recommended biscuits and gravy!

Such a cute little place. Been there twice and highly recommend a stop. Super friendly folks and…read moregreat pastries! What more could you ask for? First time in I got the avocado toast with bacon and a latte. Check out the bacon on that toast. Not just a couple skinny over cooked slices - real "dang this is good" bacon! Second visit was egg salad and some pastries. All super tasty and fresh. Love the mix matched china plates they serve on too! Such a sweet touch. Looking forward to trying the Sunday brunch. PS... Don't tell my husband about the pastries - they didn't make it home and there is no photographic evidence!

Tiny restaurant with nothing else around. Somewhat dated diner vibe. About six tables inside and…read moretwo picnic benches on the porch. One waitress on duty on Friday night was able to handle everything, but she was somewhat stretched in my view. Food was very good. We opted for the all you can eat fried catfish. In retrospect, we could have saved a few bucks and just got the catfish dinner instead. Fish was very good, especially the breading. Corn nuggets were excellent. Fried okra was under seasoned and maybe undercooked. Mac and cheese was like from a box. Chocolate pie was excellent even if it had too much merengue. It's about a 30 min drive and we will likely return at some point.

The food was delicious. The fried catfish was as the best. It was lightly breaded and freshly…read morecooked. Our waitress was so nice. Country folks are the best. The restaurant area was clean which made the whole meal great.

We stopped by on a Friday with our family of 5. The lobby is cute with tasty treats and cat-themed…read moreitems for purchase. While we didn't order coffee (it was early evening), the prices on the menu were very reasonable. Admission was $10 per person, regardless of age. If you have never been to a cat cafe, the whole point is to socialize with adoptable cats. From what I remember, cat adoption cost here was $125. When we got into the kitty room, there were only three cats out and exploring. Two wanted nothing to do with us and the other was cute and cuddly with another family there. After about 45 minutes, we asked one of the owners how many cats were there and she went to a back room where their litter boxes are housed and she coaxed out a few more cats. They mentioned that there were several kittens being brought in the next day as well. The space was so cute with fun murals, ample seating, and most importantly, lots of comfy spots for the cats to lounge and hidden nooks to explore. There were board games and video games for their human visitors as well as some suckers. Since they are getting rid of the slushy machines, they even offered us free slushies. While there were pics of the cats on the cat condo wall, it was still a tad challenging to tell what each cat's name was. It would be awesome to have names easily visible on their collars and a few more cat toys to play with them. Hope this spot is successful and lots of loving and sassy cats find good homes. :-)

This place is amazing! I have always wanted a cat cafe in Oak Ridge and finally I got one! Some…read morethings to note, I went on opening day, so it definitely was a lot more packed than it probably would be. I didn't get the owners name, but she had this bright personality and was very welcoming on opening day. She provided a fun give away and free snacks/beverages for the grand opening. The staff seemed very happy. They had a big smile and they were very polite. Unfortunately, I didn't get to experience the cafe on a day with less people. It was super packed due to it being opening day. I assume in the future it will become less packed so the animals aren't as stressed and there is more room. However, the only thing I would say would be nice, if in the future it is packed, maybe have a room limit that way people can enjoy the time with the cats and the cats don't get stressed out. But the main cat area is really cute. I love the design in the room. The cat hotel / loft is really cute. It allows the cat to retreat to a nice safe place if they want to be left alone. There are lots of seats for you to sit in including a nice comfy couch where you can sit down and enjoy some gaming. While I was there I didn't have a chance to really get a drink. I really wanted to enjoy playing with the cats so I didn't get one. However, a lot of people seem to enjoyed it. The drinks appeared to come out to the customers pretty quickly. They have a decent selection of drinks and snacks. I posted a photo of the menu :)! The entire place was very clean. The restroom was spotless, which is always really nice. The bar where they prepare the drinks seemed very clean and organized. Overall this place is definitely a spot you need to stop at if you are looking to adopt a cat or just enjoy a nice drink and snacks with cats in the area. This is a new business and remember to support them because they are doing a good thing and finding these lovable cats a home :)

Just had a latte, but it was good and service friendly. Cute shop with other shops around to visit…read more Fair amount of indoor and outdoor seating.

Excellent coffee! Best by far that we found in the Gatlinburg area. Adorable cafe. Friendly…read morestaff. Many options! Thanks for a great experience!

Awesome stop in Trenton! Very small menu but it was delicious! Order at counter and they bring it…read moreout to you. Regular coffee is self serve. I had a fancy coffee which they made for me. Several different seating areas to choose from including an outdoors area. This will be a stop again if we are in town!

Cute little place. You might miss it but you need to check it out. Had the bacon ranch chicken…read moresalad croissant. It was great. And they have little craft and shirt items for sale. Shop while you eat. The ladies are sweet and service was fast.

OMG!! Unbelievable! They're doing everything right at this little cafe. The food is absolutely…read moredelicious, the cafe is cute & clean and the staff is friendly. The peach cobbler pancakes were insane! They're so big, I could only eat one. Don't miss this place!

I visit the area at least once a year, and I've seen this place recommended over and over on social…read moremedia and in Google reviews. I'd wanted to stop several times before, but it's such a small restaurant that we never had enough time to wait. Today we finally got the chance to try it. The restaurant is pretty small with only about six tables. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted and told the wait would be around 30 minutes. We weren't in a hurry, so we decided to stay. They gave us a pager, and we sat at one of the picnic tables outside while we waited. It actually only took about 10 to 15 minutes before our table was ready, which was a nice surprise. I usually look at the menu ahead of time, but I didn't this visit. I was expecting a few more breakfast options, but I ordered the French toast since it's one of my favorites. My brother ordered the pancakes with strawberries and bananas, and we both got a side of bacon. Our food came out pretty quickly. They brought my French toast and our bacon first and let us know the pancakes would be out in just a minute. When they arrived, we were both shocked by the size. Those pancakes were huge! Everything was very good, and the staff was incredibly friendly. The only thing I wasn't a big fan of was the bacon, but my brother actually loved it. That's just one of those things where everyone's tastes are different. Whenever I can, I like supporting locally owned restaurants instead of chain restaurants, so I was glad we finally stopped in. I also appreciated the atmosphere. They had Christian music playing and scripture displayed throughout the restaurant. My faith is important to me, so I enjoyed that touch. It wasn't overbearing or pushed on anyone. It simply added to the welcoming atmosphere.

A little odd for a coffee shop, but the mocha frappe is good. Look forward to trying their ice…read morecreams when I'm off my diet.

I just stopped by there. The gas pumps weren't working, so you can only choose "high" grade fuel…read more They didn't have what was on the menu. The lady running the register was extremely abrasive.