First off, the ambiance is a 5 star. Just an FYI, this is at a golf course. This means that the…read morefood is made quickly. Golfers desire quick and easy meals. The food looks presentable but the food is cooked from frozen. It wasn't terrible but know what you are getting before. It's a 50/50 choice to patronize.

One of the best views for lunch in the area. The food is really good too. Order at the counter and…read morethey'll bring your food to you.

Ashley did a fantastic job. I love her personality for work ethic. We had a large party with two…read morechildren that she was amazing with my highest rating for her Even though we put her through a lot of stress, she was a champ

We saw customer service at its best. Sanders, a young server, had an extremely difficult couple…read morenext to us, asking for non menu items and alternatives to the menu. He's pleasant composure never faulted during the numerous trips to the kitchen to accommodate their requests. The service and food was excellent.

Fine dining in the mountains, and some of the best dishes and food at this elevation!…read more This place hits on all levels if you're in the mood for a great evening out. Elegant inside and out, friendly service and top notch food. We sat at the bar and our bartender took care of us all evening. Had one of the best old fashioned's in the area. He knows his stuff! The food was fine dining at its best. A garlic buttered escargot with puff pastry just melts in your mouth. Lobster bisque full of flavor and full of, well, lobster, and a ton of it. I have to say, the extra touch to the tasty French onion soup was a talking point all evening...it came with dedicated scissors so you could cut the cheese. What an amazing touch. And they sure did help lol. The center cut medium rare filet mignon paired with some frites was definitely the showstopper this evening. Thick, tender and juicy...one of the best steaks on all levels. Whenever we're in town and want an elegant evening out, this is the spot!

Stonewalls Restaurant was one of the more pleasant surprises during my time in Banner Elk. It's a…read morebeautiful restaurant, and I had been looking forward to dining there for quite some time. From the moment we arrived, the staff was warm, welcoming, and attentive. The atmosphere, however, felt a little mixed. The restaurant seemed to have two distinct personalities. The newer side, where the bar is located, felt polished and cohesive, while the older dining room--where we were seated because it had more availability--felt like it hadn't quite received the same attention. The lighting on that side of the restaurant was particularly harsh, which made the dining room feel less intimate than it could have been. Since it's also the larger and busier dining space, I think small touches like candles on the tables or softer lighting would go a long way toward creating a warmer, more personal atmosphere. I also noticed an interesting contrast between the beautiful leather-bound menus and some of the furniture and wall décor, which felt more reminiscent of a hotel dining room than the upscale mountain restaurant the food suggested. Thankfully, the meal more than made up for those observations. I ordered the wild mushroom pasta with lobster, and it was the standout dish of the evening. The pasta was rich without feeling heavy, the mushrooms added wonderful depth, and the lobster was cooked beautifully. It's a dish I'd gladly order again. My boyfriend ordered a steak, which he thoroughly enjoyed. We also started with the escargot and the crab cakes. The escargot, while not quite on the level of some traditional French restaurants I've visited, was still very well prepared and enjoyable. The crab cakes were outstanding--full of crab, nicely seasoned, and easily one of the best appetizers of the meal. Our only complaint was that there was only one crab cake on the plate; we both found ourselves wishing there had been another. Overall, Stonewalls Restaurant delivered an excellent meal with genuinely welcoming service. While I'd love to see the older dining room updated to better match the quality of the cuisine, the food alone makes it well worth a visit if you're in Banner Elk.

Food and service is excellent. Good selection of food. Dog friendly! Inside and outside seating…read more I enjoy the outside seating.

We arrived at Sorrento's, our first time in Banner Elk, famished after a very long 7-hour drive…read more avoiding fast food. With no reservation they were kind enough to give us a table outside at 6pm, peak dinner time. We really were just anxious to eat some good Italian. The service and attention were great. Lindsay the waitress was amazing. And the place is beautiful as the people eating there. But here is where it gets a little off. Chicken Piccata is Chicken Piccata in every Italian eatery (look up the recipe)... always perhaps with variation, of course. But I should have read the description better and that's my bad because I was just anxious to eat and I did not get any such sort of traditional Chicken piccata! It wasn't a bad dish, but it was something that I never would have ordered if they had called it something else! Sautéed Chicken in wine and lemon sauce and some creamy fettuccine-type sauce on a bed of mashed potatoes (I hate potatoes, especially mashed) with veggies is so off the mark that I left full (because I was too hungry to complain), but disappointed. I also am no fan of sautéed chicken! Boring! For that dish I paid $30+ I could throw that together at home for much less, but real piccata takes more effort. That's why I ordered it! My wife's spaghetti and meatballs was more affordable but also a bit of a mystery. Great, tender meatballs, true, but the spaghetti was served in tiny pieces as if they were crumbled before boiling! Wtf! Not long strands that you can roll on your fork, but small cut strands?!? And the gravy tasted like a can of Italian chopped tomatoes were poured right out of the can, heated and served. That's not Sunday gravy! Wtf? Yeah, after all these years eating Italian in so many restaurants, I'm not sure why this meal was so off the beaten path. I was lazy, did not read the description and trusted the name of the dish. And, to my horror got mashed potatoes which I couldn't eat. The beer and wine were not pricey, though. And the bread was the best part of the meal. Sorry guys. Don't serve hotdogs and call it steak, if you know what I mean.

Service was good. Good portions were generous and the food…read morewas good. We order loaded fries. Two trays (one 2 meat, one ribs). And the BBQ tacos. All good. My mom is celiac, and they were very accommodating. We were told the general manager is also celiac, and they are very attentive to GF customers.

I stopped at this place today for lunch. I wanted to like it. Staff was nice, great location on…read morethe main road through there... I ordered the loaded fries with brisket. Not a plentiful option and it is an appetizer. There wasn't much brisket in there either. The flavor was good. I may have to return and try an entree before passing judgement.

Night time ambiance is definitely a bar vibe. Nothing wrong with that, just don't come here…read moreexpecting a relaxing or intimate date night setting. The food was excellent, fried pickled okra was very good, not too sour but perfectly breaded. I had the salad Evangeline and it was just right, a little cajun sampler of crawfish blackened shrimp and fried green tomato's, all sitting atop their house salad. Only complaint was my daughter's green beans were complete mush, as you can see in the picture. Would like to come back for lunch when it's warmer outside, they have a nice looking patio.

We were here on a day that they were unfortunately out of oysters (Sunday), so we couldn't get the…read moreoyster appetizer or the oyster po boy which we visited for. The service was excellent . Our server knew the menu well and he was very helpful with suggestions. My husband got the burger and said it was good. My son and I split the fried seafood platter with shrimp and the portion was a bit small, in my opinion. The Cajun fries were very good. We will give this place another chance for sure next time we pass through. I love the location and the outdoor stage. The inside of the establishment is rustic and kind of like a roadhouse, but nicely laid out.

Food and service was excellent! We were looking for somewhere to celebrate our anniversary while…read morestaying in Newland NC. We love sushi and Nguyen's Asian Grill came highly recommended. We know why now, we will be back if we are in the area again!

Sushi quality has gone downhill gradually since opening. Thew part of our order in the garbage.Rice…read morewas dry and antiseptic tasting. Fish was sliced paper thin on the rainbow roll. Next time we will drive 30 min to Boone to visit COBO for real sushi.

An Absolute Gem! I Can't Believe I Waited This Long! I have…read morelived in Avery County my entire life, and I honestly feel like I have let my taste buds down for not trying Bella's until today! I cannot believe I've been missing out on this absolute treasure right in our backyard. My husband, our son, and I ordered three different entrées--Nona Jo's Chicken, Eggplant Parm, and Tortellini Carbonara, plus an order of the mozzarella breadsticks. We all ended up passing plates around (at home we did take out) to try a little bit of everything, and we literally could not figure out which dish was the best. There was not a single thing wrong with any of our food...Every bite was flawless. PRO TIP: Do yourself a favor and grab a side of their Alfredo sauce to dip your dinner rolls and breadsticks in. It is an absolute game-changer! Even the side salads blew us away! The portions were more than generous, and the lettuce was incredibly crisp and fresh. If I could give Bella's more than 5 stars, I would do it in a heartbeat. If you haven't been here yet (or if you're a local who has been sleeping on it like I was), change that immediately. They have officially gained a customer for life!

Tonight is by far the best experience we've had at Bella's. The place was crowded at 6:00 on a…read moreSaturday night, but we got our usual pub table in the bar. The bartender, Cookie, came over and took our order saying the pizza is on a 45 minute wait list. We said that was fine--yet she still offered us garlic rolls to "hold us over". They were delicious. Then our pizza came out in 30 minutes instead of 45. Just wow! Cookie was busy interacting with the full bar guests, yet she made sure to take care of us too. Well done. I asked her if she was a manager/owner to which she responded, "No, but I've worked here for twenty years. I told her, "well, you act like it and I will be sure to give you a well-deserved review! Oh and try the hot honey pizza with pepperoni and mozzarella rosettes--delicious!