Stumbled onto this little gem on our way to Banner Elk. VERY good food!! The BBQ was really smoky…read moreflavored and the hush puppies were hot and fresh. I had the side - baked sweet potato and it was delicious. We will definitely go again and tell our friends. All for $7.00 The server was very attentive - food arrived in just a few minutes -- and the manager came by to ask how our food was. Overall EXCELLENT food and service.

The Brushy Mountain Smokehouse is one of the best kept secrets in our area. Where else can you go…read moreand get a premium meal consisting of meat, three sides and bread for $10? You can't eat at a fast food restaurant for that! All the menu items are great with plenty to choose from. There are always plenty of wait staff working to take care of the crowds. The wait times are generally short when your meal is made to order. We have used them numerous times for catering as well and they always exceed our expectations! The restaurant was completely remodeled during the last change in ownership and is now much better. Try it, you will not be disappointed! Don't forget to get some icecream or a banana split!

Absolutely delightful!…read more Adaline's Sweet Treats in Wilkesboro is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, the service is warm, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. You can tell they truly care about their customers and their craft. The selection is excellent -- so many beautiful and tempting treats to choose from, it's honestly hard to decide. Everything is thoughtfully made and visually stunning (this cupcake alone was almost too pretty to eat!). The flavors are just as impressive as the presentation -- fresh, perfectly balanced, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. If you're looking for amazing desserts, incredible service, and a local spot that clearly pours love into what they do, Adaline's Sweet Treats is a must-visit. I'll absolutely be back!

What a cool find! Friends brought us to "The Amish deli" for lunch; but it was so much more! They…read morehave an amazing deli. Delicious sandwiches on home baked bread, which we ate in big comfy chairs on the front porch. But it is also a step back in time. We wandered around the General Store, looking at the jars of jellies and pickles, bags of noodles, loaves of homemade bread, and so many other items. Bought some bread, egg noodles, and popcorn, to take home. Check it out!

This will forever be one of my favorite places to visit in Hamptonville and it is definitely a…read morehidden gem!! They have fresh made to order sandwiches daily as well as all kinds of Amish made goods. This place has something for everyone.

I've visited this location several times before and have always had a good experience, which is why…read morethis visit was so disappointing. I ordered a milkshake, and when I received it, it was basically chocolate milk...very thin and lacking the thick, creamy consistency you'd expect from a milkshake. To make matters worse, I had to have it remade because the wrong ice cream was used the first time. I also noticed that the employee preparing my milkshake wasn't wearing gloves either time it was made, which was concerning from a food-handling standpoint. The service overall wasn't very friendly or attentive, and it just wasn't the level of service I've come to expect from this location. The one positive thing I can say is that the restaurant itself was very clean and well-maintained. I've come here multiple times and have never had an experience this bad before. I'm hoping this was just an off day because I've enjoyed my previous visits, but this visit was definitely disappointing.

This is a cool little place that serves great ice cream in Union Grove near the I-77 interchange…read more The ice cream selection is great, they will mix flavors for you too. The service is friendly and efficient, and the shop offers both indoor and outdoor seating. The seating indoors is limited, but there's several picnic tables outside. The prices are reasonable!

What a very pleasant place to begin each morning during our visit to NC…read more The employees especially Joseph were just so nice, and fun! Coffee was great... and Jesus was also honored in the atmosphere.... Go here!!

Yuminess: 8/10 Allergy Safety: 6/10…read morePrice: 4/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 Service: 4/10 Overall: Food was solid, but not a lot of allergy-friendly options (dairy or gluten). Price was definitely high for the portion size, and service was... interesting. Not the friendliest or most helpful. However, the atmosphere is 10/10; it's cozy with plenty of local products available. Likely wouldn't return on my own. In-depth: First, the atmosphere is the best part of this place. It's a large, cozy space with artwork everywhere, games (like chess) to play, and local products to buy. Perfect for reading, working on a computer, or a family day out. Food was also pretty solid. I got the spinach quiche and cloud 9 latte, both of which were delicious, though the latte was a bit too sweet and they did forget to add the whip cream. However, the price is definitely high for what you get. The latte was around $7, and the quiche was $10, even though it was pretty small. I also didn't see many gluten- or dairy-friendly food options, though they did have milk alternatives for the drinks. Now, my biggest gripe: the service. I went last week, and the manager was operating the register. He didn't seem very happy, but hey, not everyone is all smiles at work -- it is work after all. However, he was nice enough when I asked what quiches they had. This is not where my complaint comes from, though. I visited with my friend, and as she was walking back with her spinach pie, she sadly dropped it right on the floor. This is definitely her fault, yes. But how it was handled left a bad taste in my mouth. She cleaned up the mess herself and went to tell the workers. The lady pointed to the manager and told her he would handle it in an offhand manner (although she was nicer later, so maybe she was just busy). When we went to the manager, she told him what happened and asked if she would need to buy a new one. He rolled his eyes, sarcastically said, "Oh no!" then deadpanned, "Yes, you will need to buy a new one," and that was that. While many other restaurants may offer to pay or offer a discount, we 100% understood it was her mistake, not theirs. So, it is fair that she had to repay. What wasn't great was the unnecessary rude attitude. Overall, I might come back if someone wanted to meet here, but I would definitely hope no issues come up that would require me to deal with the service. Beyond that, I wouldn't come back myself.

This was an amazing little spot for grabbing some caffeine and good energy. I ordered an iced…read morelatte. Amazing. Perfect balance of sweet and coffee. The barista was helpful and great. Took us about 5 minutes to get a great drink and get back on the road. I will definitely be coming back on my way to the mountains.

Ashlyn and Ashley took good care of me this AM. Iced latte was spot on and they recommended a crème…read morebrûlée iced later for my son that he crushed. We are from Chapel Hill area visiting and highly recommend! Skip Starbucks and go here instead.

The service was good, and the food was too! I got a bbq sandwich, chilli/cheese tots, orangeade and…read morea banana pudding shake. My total was $19, not cheap as I expected but still pretty good because the shake and orangeade are banging!!! the wait wasn't too long but the line was busy!

Just moved to area, heard about it so I thought Id try it. Couldn't get anyone to take my order…read moreeven though two girls kept coming by window, so I left. I believe this is one of those local type places you have to know the codes snd secrets to patronize.

This is a small bakery with big taste! I was on the way to Dobson one day and happened to be…read morepassing through while The Sweet Shack was open and I was so glad! I popped in and the owner remembered me-although I hadn't seen her in years! She did my wedding cake (and cupcakes) back in 2014 when she was located in Elkin, NC. The cupcakes that I had then were Pumpkin Spice Cake and Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese icing and we also had Chocolate Cupcakes and they got rave reviews at my wedding! I opted for a vanilla cupcake and a few truffles/cake balls this trip and they were all great! The cake balls/truffles were Pineapple and Strawberry and they were super moist and flavorful. The cupcake was perfect. A yummy vanilla cake with a delicious frosting! It's nothing super fancy when you go in, as the case area is pretty small, but it's full of love and yummy treats! Give them a try-you'll be glad you did!

I've been getting cakes and goodies frim Christi for years and she never disappoints! She always…read moresurpasses my expectations with design and taste! The cakes are moist and delicious but don't sleep on the truffles!!! My boys love Mrs. Christi! She has always gone out of her wat to make each vusit special. Whether it's a birthday or a Tuesday she makes them feel like they are her favorite customers! The shop is so cute and cozy!! But nothing beats the hometown love and hospitality!!