Always a great time visiting Banner Elk Winery! They have a lovely indoor area that has an upscale…read morecabin feel to it and a spacious outdoor seating area. Very dog friendly also! Their wines are delicious and even if you typically like dry wines, I highly recommend trying their blueberry wine. I love my dries but the blueberry wine is unique.

Stopped in for a flight and was very pleased at the laid back atmosphere of this winery. There was…read morea musician playing live music which was nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful and answered all of our questions. The wines and sangrias in my flight were all excellent and I'd absolutely drink them all again, especially the mulled wine, that was fantastic! The weather was super nice when I visited so I sat outside, also so my dog could walk around. The grounds were beautiful and well kept. I don't visit Banner Elk often, but I would absolutely return to this winery again.

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.

The most amazing thing about this bar??? The view!!! You ride the ski lift to the top of Beech…read moreMountain to access the bar. The ride up is great with lots of scenic views. The bar was super crowded due the 4th of July weekend. The bartenders had a little difficulty keeping up with the crowd and orders. This is probably not how it is on a non-holiday weekend. The selection of craft beer was good and there is a full bar. There was a small kitchen serving Mexican. We tried the nachos which were tasty. We sat an outside table and listened to the live music. It was a little dirty and no one ever wiped the tables which is the reason for the 4 stars.

Opened Thursday to Sunday, lift tickets are $22 each. It's one time up and one time down. Gorgeous…read moreviews. Nice selection of beer also wine and cocktails. Corn hole, frisbee golf and mountain biking to enjoy of just watch. This is one of our favorite date days together.

First night in blowing rock we got a rez here. Such a beautiful inn and restaurant and great…read moreservice. I had the halibut and chose acorn squash (all entrees come with mashed potatoes too). Delicious! One got steak au poivre and it was highly peppered but so tasty. One got steak and crab cake. One got Parmesan crusted chicken. Everything was so good! We brought home their signature banana cream pie and a peanut butter pie. Both great!

Make reservations months in advance for this gem! Located in an old stone manor, the Best Cellar is…read morethe best restaurant in Blowing Rock! The rack of lamb and buttermilk chicken are some of my favorites. The staff are very professional and seem to continue working there for years. The renovated the gathering area to make a rustic, yet upscale bar. Parking is not a problem because they offer valet.

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!!!

Food tasted freshly cooked. Good quality flavor was on point…read more Attentive service. Quiet ambience, good for dates.

Anna and Ellie did an outstanding job as our servers. And they were shorthanded tonight!…read moreThe food was DC-worthy. NC Trout and Salmon entrees were beautiful and delicious. So much so that no picture! Dessert of chocolate cake was delightful. No reservation so we were seated near the kitchen but it was great! Servers were very attentive. Absolutely lovely dinner spot in downtown Boone.

We had Stephanie she is the best waitress. This was the second time she was our server the fist…read morewas Mothers Day. Stephanie was chipper and it was the end of a long day for here. There were three of us and we had a lovely meal My daughter and I had amazing salmon so favourable it came with a bed of rice so creamy. I asked for bread it was hot and smelled so heavenly. We also had a small dinner salad I had Caesar and my daughter had regular small salad with ranch. Michael had steak and scallops cooked to perfection. The ladies had wine and Michael had his brown sugar old fashioned with extra cherries . Then we ordered two deserts a coconut cream brûlée and a pichstasio cake. We all liked the crème brûlée best. Stephanie was extremely attentive and we wanted for nothing. We will ask for her next time as well. Thank you chef and Stephanie for a lovely evening.

Café Violette is pure culinary perfection in the heart of vibrant and spunky Blowing Rock. My wife…read moreand I came up for a quick getaway, and this spot turned out to be the highlight of our trip. We lucked out with a table on the cozy patio sitting on Main Street, where the town buzzes with life. The interior is beautiful and refined, but the outdoor setting, with the fresh mountain air and the hum of the town, created the perfect backdrop for a special evening. Service was impeccable. Gracious, attentive, and perfectly timed throughout the night. We began with a chilled French Chenin Blanc that paired beautifully with our appetizers. The escargot, bathed in a garlic cream and Gruyère sauce, was rich and mouth meltingly tasty. The braised and seared octopus was incredibly tender, deeply flavorful, and quite honestly, one of the best we've had anywhere. For mains, we shared the heirloom tomato burger, which was juicy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor. Alongside that, we split the mushroom burrata orecchiette, pillowy pasta coated in a creamy lemon pistachio pesto with locally sourced mushrooms. It was rich, bright, and beautifully composed. When dessert rolled around, we switched things up with cocktails. I had the old fashioned with a pistachio twist, complex and not overly sweet. My wife enjoyed a smooth and flavorful espresso martini. Both paired wonderfully with the finale: a creamy, light tiramisu and a house-made French éclair with fresh peaches. Each bite was the perfect ending to an already stunning meal. From start to finish, Café Violette delivered. The food, the service, the atmosphere, and the view all came together in the best possible way. This is French fine dining with soul, nestled in one of North Carolina's most charming towns. An absolute must-visit in Blowing Rock.

Cuter than cute funky little wine and tapas cafe. For a Vegan not many options but for the cheese…read morelovers there are plenty of choices. Focus is on local wines. I had the hummus flight with veggies, which was quite tasty. The garlic was amazing and the red pepper was excellent. The olive and sun dried tomato was nice.

What an absolute gem in Downtown Kingsport!…read more Came here to try something new and I am so excited to discover Inspire Wine Bar. The vibe is very relaxed; this is perfect for a romantic date or to come and enjoy some good wine and delicious appetizers with good company. Service is great and we learned so much about their menu and social events, such as puzzle night and silent book clubs during the month; and how many things on their menu are locally sourced. They have an IG and FB pages so you can check out what exciting events are coming up.