Jack the Dipper Ice Cream

This place is popular so make reservations. There is a good reason it's popular and that's because…read moreit's delicious!! It's a lively and fun restaurant with a lot going on. The meals are large and shareable. The brisket was juicy and flavorful. My favorite part was dessert, the peach cobbler and banana pudding were homemade and so satisfying. I would go back just for those. It seems to be a favorite with locals and tourists alike. If you're in the area don't miss this opportunity to send your tastebuds into euphoria!

We recently visited Haywood Smokehouse and ordered two full racks of dry-rub ribs with mac and…read morecheese, fries, and coleslaw. Overall, we enjoyed our meal. The ribs were well-cooked, the portions were generous, and the service was great. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the food arrived promptly. The mac and cheese, fries, and coleslaw were all enjoyable and complemented the meal well. That said, we're giving it 3 out of 5 stars. While the food was good, we felt the selection of sides was somewhat limited compared to other barbecue restaurants. Our biggest disappointment was the barbecue sauce. The sauces were very thin, and because of that, they didn't really cling to the ribs. We personally prefer a thicker, richer sauce that stays on the meat and adds more flavor with each bite. Despite those points, we still had a pleasant experience and can see why many people enjoy this spot. Good food, good service, and a solid barbecue stop if you're in the area.

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Brunswick stew

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Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

2.2(22 reviews)

0.4 mi

The restaurant is attached to a gas station. The staff assisted me right away. I sat at one of the…read moreempty tables and waited for my order. It didn't come with a lid, I had to request one. Not a big deal. Just know they are there if you need it. The dessert was delicious. It was vanilla ice cream with Oreo cookies and brownies. It was a nice size. Store had a good sanitation rating, but it wasn't super clean when I arrived. For take out, I would come back.

I stopped in after an eye appointment today for lunch. It was wonderful. The fries were the…read morecrispies freshest cooked fries that I've had at a fast food restaurant recently the chicken tenders were wonderful. The seven dollar value meal was an exceptional value. I appreciate the cleanliness of the restaurant and the staff was wonderful very helpful and efficient.

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Lazy Bear General Store

5.0(1 review)

2.3 mi

Best coffee!!! Cute store, coffee, jams, other great finds. Stop by every time I'm in area.read more

The Coffee Shop

3.3(37 reviews)

0.6 mi

Heard about this place from a friend so we had to check it out! Fast friendly service!!! Great…read morebreakfast, cool retro diner! Will eat here again!!

We were only in town for 2 nights, so we went one of the mornings, but wished we'd gone to Dunkin…read moreDonuts instead. It's a cute little breakfast spot for locals. It's been their spot since 1926 and I'm not sure it's been cleaned since. The food was ok, but not delicious. The ladies room was so filthy that when I opened the door - I turned around and walked right back out of it trying not to touch anything. Good coffee & good service, but the toast was stale, only 1 kind of jam, flavorless hash browns, flat omelette. My husband got 2 eggs - cooked correctly - but also flavorless. (They didn't use any seasoning on anything, not even salt & pepper.) He said the sausage was ok, as was the sausage gravy. I got a Philly cheesesteak omelette (ok but not great) and asked for my hash browns we'll-done. They overdid the outside but the potatoes were uncooked & flavorless in the middle. This place belongs to the locals, save yourself and let them have it.

Prep area is immaculate - invisible to dining room.

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Colima Mexican Restaurant

3.9(42 reviews)

0.1 mi

The food here is really good and nicely priced. The fajitas here taste great and are cheaper than…read moreother mexican restaurants around, even for them being 3 meat fajitas. Although we did not eat from it, there is a buffet that looks to have many delicious options for a really good price. At the table they serve your chips and salsa with a pitcher, which is great for refilling it yourself! The servers were friendly and quick. The inside was nicely decorated and the lights were not too bright. It was a little cold inside but other than that it was great.

My daughter lives in Cullowhee and this is her favorite Mexican restaurant in Sylva. We visited…read morearound 3:30 on a Sunday, unfortunately too late for the buffet and too early for the salsa bar which my daughter says is very good. However the salsa they brought to the table was delicious, not spicy, and I loved that they brought a big amount of it in a syrup dispenser. My daughter ordered a combo and I ordered the Veggie P which was essentially an ACP with veggies instead of chicken, so not sure why it wasn't called the ACV. Food came out promptly and was hot. Service as far as drinks, bringing checks, etc. was a tad slow. Prices were on par with other places. I was super hungry so forgot to take a pic of my plate!

Chips & salsa

Food was ass

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Texas fajitas

McDonald's

1.5(36 reviews)

0.1 mi

The evening service at this McDonalds is stupidly bad. I've been here many, many times over the…read moreyears and never once have I left with the impression that the evening staff here are motivated in any way to do a good job. Highlights from my experiences here include: * The girl working the register taking my order stopping me midway through to whine at some supervisor nearby that she wanted a break (he informed her she'd only been there 30 minutes and didn't say anything about her blatantly ignoring a customer). * An employee approaching our table and asking my friend, who had just picked up his food, if he would jump start her friend's car. * Consistent 10-20 minute wait times for food (during dinner though, breakfast has never had this problem for me). * A really mean looking supervisor coming out of the back to screech at the employees in front of everyone about something petty like not closing the napkin box in the stockroom after grabbing some to restock with. Breakfast is never an issue though, the staff working in the mornings really seem to get the job done. Dinner time though....it's just a crap shoot all around.

Didn't get my coffee until AFTER I was already finished with my food. When picking up my food, the…read morelady at the counter said "we will bring the coffee to you." That never happened, we had to go up there, with the receipt, to even get it. The biscuits were stale, sausage was over cooked, and the hash browns were under cooked.

Here's your sign.....Im not the moron whisperer

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People who can't read directions are a special kind of stupid so stop the cutting by putting up pole dividers

Peking Gourmet II

2.5(44 reviews)

0.6 mi

Took the family out for Chinese after taking in the Great Smoky Mountain Christmas lights. It was…read morelate on Christmas Eve and there were few choices available at that point. We ordered off the menu and I did the buffet. Most of the buffet items had been out all night and were not very appetizing. The staff was very attentive and we enjoyed our meals.

My husband and I go here often. You walk in the door and immediately waitstaff walks up to you and…read moreseats you depending on availability. Everyone is so nice, food is always hot (we go at 5pm), and waitstaff is extremely attentive. Please do not listen to reviews of people who go to buffet at close, of course they are not going to have fresh food right at close. I have always been met with kindness and wonderful hospitality. When you leave, you pay at the counter near the door. You will be greater by a wonderful woman who displays pictures of her family behind the counter. She is the most professional and lovely person. I know she is the one who runs that restaurant like the well oiled machine it is. We love you Peking Gourmet II. Never change!

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Osaka Sushi Bar & Asian Cuisine

4.2(52 reviews)

5.2 mi

It's more a 3.5 but I'll be nice and round up…read more The fried rice is not bad and they give a big portion. The hibachi steak was a little on the tougher side. The orange chicken was a good standard with a good portion. Lunch special is dine in only. The guy there is super friendly and nice and helpful. The lady has the grumpiest face every time I go in. I smile and say hi and there is never a smile back.

This is a very yummy place to eat with friendly servers and nice interior design with fun and easy…read moregoing music playing. The food is good quality and fresh. Expect to pay around $20+ for most things on the menu. Portion sizes are great for the price you pay.

Chicken Katsu

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Sonic Drive-In

2.4(16 reviews)

1.3 mi

Sonic has certainly fallen from the heights it once enjoyed. I hadn't been to a Sonic in a very…read morelong time, but while talking with my friend, they mentioned a drink called the Lemon Cream Cooler, which I'd never heard of. Intrigued, we decided to stop by and give it a try. I'll say this upfront: I wouldn't go to Sonic again for the food. The quality has seriously declined, the portion sizes are underwhelming, and overall, the experience was far from enjoyable. I ordered the Cheesy Bacon Supersonic Combo with tater tots and a large Cherry Lemonade. To Sonic's credit, the drinks remain its strongest point--they've never disappointed me, and this visit was no exception. My Cherry Lemonade was refreshing and flavorful, as expected. Unfortunately, that's where the positives end. The biggest issue I have with Sonic's food is that most of it desperately needs more seasoning. The flavors are bland and uninspired, leaving little to enjoy. On top of that, if you're going to call a burger the Cheesy Bacon Supersonic, it should live up to the name. This sandwich fell short in every way. The bacon was incredibly thin, barely tasted like bacon, and lacked the crispy, thick-cut quality you'd expect. The cheese was another letdown--the amount was minimal, and their cheese selection felt uninspired and unimpressive. Sonic's food today lacks the flavor, creativity, and quality that once made it special. If you're craving a great burger, look elsewhere. If you want an amazing chili cheese hot dog, you're better off making it at home or finding another spot. Sonic's food has lost the magic it used to have. This particular location was clean on the outside, which was nice, but most Sonic locations I've seen are not well-maintained. Even though there weren't many customers, it took a surprisingly long time to prepare our single meal. Unless I'm stopping by for a drink, I won't be returning to Sonic anytime soon. While the drinks are consistently good, the food is simply not worth the trip. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone--grab a drink if you're thirsty, but find somewhere else for your meal. Here's hoping Sonic can make a full turnaround and reclaim its former glory.

Had a great experience. Good food, friendly service, convenient location. Nice view as well. I…read morethink there is new management in the last year or two, based up reviews from 2020 and earlier, and what I have experienced over the last 18 months.

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Erin R.

9 years ago

What a cute ice cream shop! I've been coming here for years and it's by far one of the best ice cream places I have ever been to. They make the waffle cones right in front of you, so they are warm and fresh! There are so many options for cones and for the ice cream. I've loved it every time I have been, I've never been disappointed! Lots of space inside and outside seating too. Also very reasonably priced! Go every time you are in Sylva!!!!! read more

Teresa L.

4 years ago

Delicious ice cream with lots of different flavors along with lots of toppings to choose from! Would highly recommend

Robin P.

11 years ago

Best waffle cone EVER!!! Family favorite!

Andrew M.

14 years ago

Go for the waffle cone!

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