10/10 amazing experience. So many vegan options, incredibly friendly and helpful staff, and great…read morevibes. We got the Chick Fil Ain't with pasta salad and really enjoyed both. They also have a little market with produce, snacks, drinks, and even some naturally self care/cleaning products. I will make it a point to visit next time I'm in the area.

They have this cute little sign outside saying they have the best sandwiches and well- yeah. They…read moredo. I'm a native New Yorker who seemingly lives in a "good sandwich desert" in Raleigh and this spot is one of the best we've ever had. Delicious BLT. That turkey Brie joint is great too and excellent chicken tenders for the kiddos Don't skip this spot

I've visited a number of Mast Store locations so this store's inventory looked familiar, I stopped…read moreat this location before finding out the main store is located only a few hundred yards up the road maybe that a visit for another time. The products here have always been of good quality and there's always a great selection. This store brand has always been a sort of a novelty in my opinion although the description is "general store" all but one location I have visited is very upscale and resembles more of a general merchandise retailer offering lots of clothing and outdoor supplies verses what the original intent was at its inception. It's a great place to browse and find something unique - the staff here was very friendly and engaging it's worth stopping in...

This review is for an online purchase and the order was shipped from the Banner Elk location. After…read moreHelene, I knew I wanted all my holiday gifts to come from Western NC and Mast General Store with the large selection of high quality products seemed like the perfect store. The website even had a category of Made In the USA so that is where I started and got my order made. One of my recipients of gifts was thrilled with how well the items were packaged. They were even wrapped in red and green tissue paper. A shoutout to the employees who put in the extra work to make the gifts more special.

Nice market for wine or beer. Have a fresh made sandwich with boars head meat sit outside and watch…read morethe people pass. Give it a try.

We love visiting this market when in town!!! It's the perfect place to stop for snacks, drinks and…read moreprovisions for your stay in town. They have TONS of wine, lots of beer in the cooler, unique snacks, jams and honeys, etc. we always find yummy things and have never gotten something bad from here! Love this place, we'll be back!

Was passing through town and saw the boiled peanuts sign, so had to stop…read more The owners here are very friendly and helpful. Their shop has a variety of fresh produce along with some beautiful hand made wooden bird houses. Everything is reasonably priced. Got ourselves some peanuts and a bird house. Would highly recommend stopping by.

Just an all-round great little place to stop for goodies. Having a house in the mtns, we stop for…read moredeer apples and boiled peanuts. They have a great assortment of fresh produce, snacks, meats, prepared meals, etc.

We just had an AMAZING meal and the BEST service! This is our first time in Boone and Basil's has…read moreelevated our weekend already! We enjoyed steamed mussels, grilled salmon and risotto, sun-dried tomato and spinach pasta du jour, and chocolate torte. Every bite was exquisite and Lily provided exemplary service! We will be back for sure!!

Basil's was recommended to me for their fresh, house-made pasta! We got the:…read more - Eggplant Frites: Probably my favorite dish! Granted I love anything eggplant haha but these fries were crispy on the outside and soft inside; well-seasoned and I loved the garlicky aioli. - Goat Cheese and Pancetta Salad: A close second favorite- it was so tasty (had spring mix, crispy brussels, pancetta, pepitas, goat cheese, fig vinaigrette), had a great combination of sweet/savory, and lots of texture. - Mushroom Marsala: This was the best pasta dish imo. The mushrooms & sauce provided a lot of umami and the pappardelle had good texture. For all the pasta dishes, a bigger piece of bread would have been appreciated to slop up all the delicious sauce haha. - Pasta Rossa: The sauce was tomato-y and creamy, but wish there could have been more/bigger meatballs and that a different pasta than pappardelle was used. - Chicken Alfredo: Honestly, I'm not a big fan of Alfredo at baseline bc it's usually too rich for me but my sister liked it. The fettuccine had nice texture and chicken was cooked well. - Duck Sliders: I probably would not recommend this dish- I think the duck is hard to appreciate in slider format (kinda just tasted like chicken lol). The chips were a bit soggy too. Lots of free parking available. Ambiance is really nice, modern and lots of natural light. Service is friendly and fast. 7.5/10 would recommend!

I loved the tour at Shipley Farms! I enjoyed seeing the cows and goats and learning about the…read morefamily farm. Excellent beef and pork! I highly recommend touring the farm, visiting the store, and ordering online!

Local eggs, honey, beef and dog treats. Even have cow feeding for kids or an informative farm tour…read more Great place to visit and will be back next time I'm in the area.

Just what we needed after a long day. We made this our last stop after a day of visiting vineyards…read more The cheesecake was amazing and my husband had the signature brownie and he said that it was warm and tastes like it had just come out of the oven. I also had the alfagatto. One of the people with us had the hot chocolate with toasted marshmallow and she said it was really good. The service was good. They were really busy and I think there may have been only one or two people working that side and they were running. Can't wait to go back again

LOVE VENTURE! I haven't spent much time in their upstairs area where the coffee and chocolates are…read morebut I've ventured many a times to their downstairs wine bar. They have an expansive selection of wines, whiskey & bourbons, and a lovely assortment of desserts/appetizers/charcuterie. The downstairs ambiance is very cozy and swanky. I always feel like I'm in a big city war bar. The service is always great; everyone is attentive and give great wine recommendations.

What a Wonderful Quaint Store with special unique gifts. Customer Service is excellent. They went…read moreout of their way above and beyond to help get what I needed. The ducks they have in stock made by a local artist are absolutely precious! Please go stop in when your in Blowing Rock. You will be glad you did.

Great place for local art, reclaimed furniture, and loads of rustic accessories. If you're in…read moreBlowing Rock this is a must see. Take the time to inspect the store because there's a hidden treasure on every wall or in every corner.

Great pizza, nice atmosphere, staff very nice and attentive. Many take home options which would be…read moregreat for vacationing tourists.

We stopped for pizza last night and were pleasantly surprised. When you walk in, you order at the…read morefront, take your number, and then find a seat. Seating is limited both inside and outside, so if the parking lot is full, just be aware that you may have to wait for a spot. We had the pepperoni pizza, which came with cupping pepperonis and was cooked really well. One side may have been a touch dark, but overall it was very flavorful and enjoyable. We also shared a premade salad, which was okay. It could have used something extra, maybe croutons, nuts, or a little more cheese, but their ranch dressing was excellent. Overall, we would 100% go back. Once the sun dropped behind the mountains, the outdoor seating area was lovely, and it made for a really nice evening. To those about to nosh, we salute you!