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Busy little restaurant attached to a gas station, and they even have a drive through. It's an old-timey place frequented by locals and travelers alike. Staff are hospitable, food was good (could use a bit more seasoning though) and affordable. The biscuits are perfectly crisp on the outside but soft and fluffy on the inside. Coffee's about what you'd expect for standard drip coffee. read more

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9::30 am Wednesday 04-30-2026 closed . No posting on web. Drove from casino to give locals the business with another couple. Several people waiting in parking lot no sign in windows. Very bad for business read more

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Good spot for a quick breakfast at Cherokee, NC. French toast was freshly made and tasted good & the waffle was okay too. It looked like an unassuming place from the outside but was bustling with people inside. Counter style seating, order the food and they bring it to you. Prices were high as it's a tourist spot (Cherokee is a tourist trap beware) close to Smoky Mountains. read more

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Alice B.

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Thought we leave the casino road to get some breakfast out of the crowds. Disappointed the food was so so at best. Cappuccino so sweet hardly drinkable. Order the iron skillet breakfast for 12.99 and an omelette and pancakes. The skillet and omelet did not come with any toast or biscuit. I asked for no peppers on everything and she said it was it was an onion pepper mixture so I ordered the skillet without onion and peppers and left the omelet as is thinking I would pick them out but oh there were sooo many. I couldnt even finish have of it. The skillet only came with 1 egg. Everything is lack flustered and over priced. Don't waste your time foodies! read more

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Liz F.

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My hubby and I had breakfast here he had the biscuit and gravy, I had the blanches pancakes and one sausage. Not only was the staff really nice.There was an issue with my food.They fixed it immediately.They were very sweet, very kind.And the food was amazing. It almost felt like a homestyle breakfast. I definitely recommend this place. If you're looking for good food, beautiful views and wonderful people! read more

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Ambiance: Diner style Food: Plenty of pancakes (at least 3-4 in the stack), but 1 sausage patty. Wish they'd give 2 sausage patties instead and less pancakes IMO. The food was good, the pancakes were fluffy, the sausage was seasoned, nothing to rave about. Service: Friendly, counter order. Someone will bring your food out. You leave your dirty dishes at the table once you're done eating. read more

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Will C.

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I was on a trip with my girlfriend and on our way out i stop at this place to get some breakfast, this is small town so i didn't know what to expect but i will say food was good, is not the best place i have ever been but definitely a good place, i have never had biscuits with gravy so this was my first time trying them and they were pretty good, i had some eggs, sausage, potatoes and grits which i don't like, overall the meal was good a big portion, my girlfriend doesn't eat breakfast but she ate the grits and some of the biscuit and she liked, coffee was hot and good. Service was fast and the atmosphere very peaceful. As always this is my personal opinion. read more

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Brittany B.

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I've tried my luck with gas station barbecue, and gas station fried chicken, but never gas station breakfast. But I'm so glad we did! That bacon and pancakes were so good! I even brought home our extra pancakes and we had them the next day for breakfast. I would say the biscuits and croissants would've been better if the cheese was melted , but it didn't take away from the taste. read more

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Kasey M.

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My favorite breakfast place i found on multiple vacations to cherokee. Extremely reasonably priced with friendly staff and seems to be where a lot of locals go. They open early and have a drive through so you can get to the hiking trails faster! I had the sausage, egg, and cheese croissant and my dad had the biscuits and gravy and everything was delicious. read more

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KaSea C.

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This little place is attached to a gas station so it's very unassuming. Our family of 8 tried a LOT of things. The staff is friendly and helpful with the menu. The double cheeseburger was thick, and juicy, the footlong hotdog was the best I've had in a long time! The bologna croissant is delicious! We would eat here a lot if we were local! read more

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Fresh and delicious food at extremely reasonable prices. Everyone is very nice as well

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Carl S.

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This is an incredible breakfast spot. There is a line, but it is well worth the wait. The food is prepared very well. The portions are very generous. The specials are really good as well. The liver mosh biscuit is out of this world. Honestly, this is one of the best Mom and pop breakfast places I've had in the mountains. read more

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Denise D.

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I just love gas station restaurants! Mabel's was no exception! Greeted with a friendly "How yall doing today?" And all of our menu questions answered! Hearty portions, cooked as requested, and a follow up to make sure we enjoyed it all! Nice & clean with a gas station store next door. Give Mabel's a try! read more

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Bridget C.

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Food was delicious! We had the big kahuna burrito. Seasoned perfectly! Took a minute to get our food but it was worth the wait! Busy place! read more

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Richard D.

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We were on the way from Cherokee to Bryson city and just needed a quick breakfast. Found Mabel's kitchen and ordered a couple of biscuits and some hashbrowns to go. I couldn't believe the size of the portions we got based on how much they charged. My steak egg and cheese biscuit was absolutely huge! That same biscuit would've been $10 in Atlanta. Our breakfast was good and filling. Would definitely recommend you give them a try. read more

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Delilah G.

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Very nice tasty food .and guest service good .area is nice too thank you will be back .

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Chris L.

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I saw this place on Yelp. It was just a stone's throw away and it had good reviews, so why not? They did not disappoint. I was, however, visibly shocked at the sheer size of this Kitchen Sink. It lives up to its name! I had to take some of it back with me (along with some extra gravy.) The staff was friendly, as well. I would definitely recommend this place, if you're in the area. read more

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Brian G.

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This place is unimpressive from the front, or even inside. The simple ambiance, however, yields to friendly service and excellent food. I had one of the omelets and it was perfectly done. Coffee was solid, diner style. read more

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Suzanne V.

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Best pancakes I have EVER had it my life and the breakfast burritos were delish! Friendly service with a smile! Found this when the popular pancake house in town had a long wait. This is right around the corner and we walked right in! Don't be put off by the fact that it shares space with a gas station! It stands out!! read more

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Leo L.

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Food was delicious. Definitely better and quicker than some of the other breakfast places we've eaten in town. 10/10 would come again. Don't let the location fool you, customer service was great and food was excellent. We had a party of 12 and no complaints. Posted below is Betty Lou's kitchen sink. It's delicious. read more

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Russell E.

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Drove over from Bryson City for a late breakfast. The restaurant is casual and the people who work here are friendly and very accommodating. I ordered Betty Lou's Kitchen Sink. A homemade biscuit with fried chicken breast, bacon, sausage, hash brown, egg, cheese and smothered in gravy! Although it could have used more gravy it was very, very good, 10 out of 10! My wife got pancakes and bacon. They were good but thick! Would I come again? YES!!! read more

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Vee C.

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Decent place to eat. Clean and very bus. We ordered the "Arnold's Steak and Eggs"; interestingly enough, the steak was fork tender and tasted nothing like a beef sirloin. I could only eat half of it because I just wasn't sure of what I was eating. Good amount of food and very reasonably priced. Everyone was very friendly also; service was fast and friendly. read more

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Corey C.

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This was our first time eating here and our Breakfast was amazing! Don't miss out on this local restaurant!!!! Five stars read more

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Lynnzie V.

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This is such a hole in the wall place, but it was so good!! I had the French toast and the biscuits and gravy. The biscuits were so good! Service was fast and friendly! read more

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Delicious food! Breakfast burrito was the best I have ever had and my husband's steak and eggs he also rated as unbelievably good! Don't let the exterior fool you into not going as it is attached to a gas station because I feel like this is a hidden gem and will get packed if the word gets out :) We will be back! read more

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David D.

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You know the saying, "Never judge a book by it's cover? That would be appropriate for Mabel's. When the GPS said"arrived' we were looking at a gas station. So, first our impression was not great but, let's give it a shot. It is in the same building, but looks like any other stand alone restaurant inside. I ordered the bacon egg and cheese biscuit with orange juice and my wife had a bacon, egg and cheese croissant with coffee. Both the biscuit and croissant were excellent. My wife said the coffee was good and the OJ was Tropica, can't really mess that up. I'm glad we found this place and will definitely put it on our list of breakfast places to visit again. read more

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Christina F.

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Nice people serving us. They pass the CC fee on to their customers. There eggs are good. Toast is white bread, ham is cured so very salty, potatoes tasted like they came from a frozen package warmed up, apple sides are drenched in a sugar sauce. Omelette was ok. Coffee just ok. I didn't have high expectations going in as it is attached to a gas station and is fast food but it's hard to screw up breakfast and although it was somewhat edible, I left a good bit on the plate. Seems popular though and the ratings are good so maybe try the pancakes if you go. read more

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Heather L.

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Everything a breakfast spot should be. Good food, quick, friendly team and the price is right. Don't be fooled by the location...it is worth the stop! When was the last time you're at a quick service restaurant and someone walked around asking you how every thing was? A great way to start the day. read more

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Cunningham C.

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I wouldn't worry about Christina F's review. I live locally and whenever I drive over the mtn I get a biscuit sausage and egg and it's the best in WNC. Staff have always been nice as well and even slipped my German shepherd a slice of bacon once. Everyone I know loves their food. If you don't like southern flavor then go to McDonald's. read more

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Camille J.

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Perfect little quick breakfast spot. Huge croissants with real egg. Thicker cut bacon and great country ham. We also like the hash browns which had a slight onion flavor. Ate here two days in a row! Ladies taking orders were super sweet and helpful! read more

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Great food. Enjoyed the bacon cheeseburger and staff were very friendly! Convenient site near Great Smokey Mountain park entrance.

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The food is fast, delicious, fresh and the staff were very friendly. It is also in a fantastic spot right before the national park. Great place to visit before your day out exploring the smokies. The biscuits and gravy are a must. read more

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Awesome little place. food was great. you order at the counter and they bring to you. I use to go to a breakfast place across the river but you get way more food here for same price (or less) read more

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Our first time at Mabel's was wonderful! The food was excellent and the coffee was perfect! Everything was cooked just right and the staff were friendly. We will definitely be back again while in Cherokee. read more

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Food and service excellent. Quick turn around from order to getting your meal. Large quantities of meals.

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From the time we walked in the front door the service was great the staff was extremely friendly and the food was the best part it was beyond great and delicious read more

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Great food, reasonably priced. A true hidden gem for breakfast! To go or eat in, love it! read more

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Great food, great place to stop as we rolled through. Everything tasted great and came out quick.

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1609 Acquoni Rd
Cherokee, NC 28719
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(828) 497-7134
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What time does Mabel's Kitchen open?

Mabel's Kitchen opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Mabel's Kitchen closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Yes, Mabel's Kitchen serves alcohol.

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Yes, Mabel's Kitchen has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Looking for a simple and easy breakfast away from the casino. This is walking distance. The coffee…read morewas good and the pork sandwich was flavorful and amazing to the last bite. Cozy space with large windows which made the space feel large. Food was cooked fresh and came out quick. Would definitely go back when in there area.

Was staying in town and wanted to try a local coffee so we stopped in here for a light breakfast…read moreand coffee. It's a cute little place with some photo ops. They unfortunately were out of croissants which was what we both wanted. So she offered to make our sanswiches on bread as a toasted sandwich. The eggs were fresh fried The bacon was microwave bacon and very little on sandwich so that was disappointing Hubbys ham sandwich had a lot more meat on it The sandwiches were simple and like you would make at home. I ordered a Carmel mochiatto and it had a weird taste about it and a burnt Carmel taste definitely would not order again Hubby ordered the cafe au lei there was nothing special about it and it wasn't traditional as they didn't use chicory coffee.

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This place is awesome! Best Grilled Chicken Salad I have ever had…read more I asked the owner how the chicken tastes like that. He said they use a seasoned grill, so all those different tastes from everything cooked on the grill are mixed in. That taste really popped! And the vegetables were super fresh. I even enjoyed the bacon bits (not like me). I preferred the Thousand Island dressing over the Italian dressing for this meal. I didn't eat the egg (I only eat scrambled eggs). The second trip was more of a breakfast meal and also very strong. Super-fresh fruit, eggs cooked very well done as requested, good bacon, and quality toast. I would give the first meal a 10 and the second meal a 9.4. Both incredibly high. The staff is very friendly, the prices are fair, and they will accommodate anything you want that isn't on the menu as long as they have it. Highly Recommended!

Lovely diner with delicious food, friendly staff and a homey vibe…read more We stopped in a little after 11 on a Saturday, and had a short wait for lunch. After being seated, the staff came over and let us know the kitchen was switching to lunch, which we planned to get. I opted for the Light Lunch, with a half BLT and cup of chicken noodle soup. My partner ordered the Ruben with sweet potato fries. They are definitely worth the small up charge! We ended with a slice of homemade carrot cake which was large and delicious. We ended up bringing half of it home.

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My husband and I just discovered this little place last year. Breakfast is amazing (lemon poppyseed…read morepancakes!). The staff is friendly and always smiling which is rare anymore. The restaurant is very clean. All around good experience.

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A cute little coffee shop in Bryson City. They have a neat painting of the world on the wall that I…read morereally liked. Service was great. The barista created us right away and let us know there were menus on the counter to look at. Ordering was quick and we reviewed our drinks rather quickly. We ordered the Cortadito and a brown sugar cinnamon latte. The latte was way too strong with little oat milk. The cordito was very sweet, if you prefer less sweet be sure to ask for it.

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City lights cafe is a very cozy and fun place to hang out. The servers are all friendly people that…read moreare good to converse with and they are great at preparing the food and beverages. Today was my first time coming here. I tried the iced lovestruck latte, a special valentine's themed drink that was created by a barista. It was pretty good. Upstairs there is a book store with a wide variety of choices. They have a system where you can ask them if they have a specific book in stock and they will tell you. You are also able to have books ordered if they are not in stock as well! Inside the bookstore there is a sweet cat that enjoys napping and pets. Very neat place.

The food was fantastic, there are games to play at each table and the staff are very nice. Loved…read morethe music that gave the whole cafe a cozy feeling.

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The Rusty Bike Cafe

My husband I enjoyed a fabulous lunch at The Rusty Bike Cafe. I loved the Summer Salad with all the…read morefruit, veggies, and vinaigrette. It was pure summer happiness on a plate. My husband loved his Philly Cheese Steak and coleslaw. He orders PCS whenever he can, and he said this was one of the best he's ever had. The menu is extensive and everything looks wonderful. Look at the menu ahead of time if it takes you a long time to make decisions. The service was great. We arrived after the lunch rush, so we were seated and served quickly. The place is decorated with biker memorabilia. We enjoyed looking around. The place has a happy vibe. We'll be back!

This place has such a cool, laid back vibe! If you're looking for a great breakfast, this is your…read morespot! The owner's pictures of them "biking" all over the country give you a sense of getting to know them without ever meeting them. Portions are large for the inexpensive price and there are so many options to choose from on the menu! If you don't want leftovers, I recommend splitting a meal. You won't be sorry either way! Our service was great and you definitely feel that local, small town friendliness with the servers. If we travel back to Clayton, we will definitely be returning!

Inside the dining room

Breakfast burrito

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Restaurant

The Rice Wagon

4.7

(54 reviews)

0.1 mi

We had heard so many people recommend Rice Wagon while visiting Bryson City that we had to give it…read morea try--and we're glad we did! We ordered the Chicken Katsu and the Bankai Chicken Katsu. Both dishes were similar, with one served with macaroni salad, rice, and crispy chicken, while the other came with rice, furikake, chicken, and a fresh cabbage salad. The menu is simple, but every bite was packed with flavor. The service was outstanding. The young man working the food truck provided service that honestly rivaled what you'd expect at a full-service restaurant. He was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely cared that we had a great experience. The setting is another bonus. The food truck is tucked behind a brewery, making it the perfect place to grab a drink, relax, and enjoy a delicious meal in a quiet, laid-back atmosphere. Out of all the places we tried during our trip, this was some of the simplest food--but also some of the most flavorful. It proves that you don't need a huge menu to make memorable food. We 100% recommend Rice Wagon if you're in Bryson City. Great service, delicious food, and a wonderful atmosphere!

The wife and I just came from the Blue Ridge Highway national Park. This restaurant is tucked away…read morein a small little town called Cherokee. We were looking for a place that was open and simple and we could eat outside. We had the Eddy Burger and it was fantastic and the Hawaiian pork. Both items came with a Mac salad that was very tasty. The burger was cooked perfectly and was substantial size probably 7 or 8 ounces. This isn't a fine dining restaurant. It's a counter spot where you walk up place your order and they'll buzz you when your food is ready. Don't expect phenomenal service, but expect phenomenal food. Definitely worth the price and absolutely delicious.

Chicken Katsu

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The Big Kanaka

Peter's Pancakes and Waffles

Food was really good I had a pancake and an omelette everything was cooked well. I would try and…read moreget here as early as possible the place packs up quickly. Waitress was awesome and very kind despite being very busy. For glueing free options only thing that is available is the gluten free bread everything else is regular just an fyi

Ambiance: casual, Waffle House like, lively Service: prompt,…read moreresponsive and efficient Food: only that many choices for vegetarians but they tried to accommodate the unique requests of holding off ham and bacon. Three egg omelette came piping hot and cooked to perfection. Well seasoned diced potatoes elevated the side of potatoes to a level of an entree. A tidy and modest place for breakfast! Will go back again!!!

Tables overlooking pigeon river.

Short stack ( 3) blueberry pancakes and side of corn beef hash cooked to perfection!

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Qualla Java Cafe

Cherokee/Bryson City area has been my little vacation spot for the last decade of my life (I grew…read moreup coming to this area in the summers to tube). I've been coming to Qualla Java Cafe since probably 2016. I can honestly say after 10 years, I've never had a bad drink here. They have a bunch of drinks - all with pretty fun names. Again, I've never had a bad drink here so it's fun to just randomly pick one. The service is always really fast and I'm never really in their long. Sorry if my review isn't better - coffee shops are kind of hard for me to review because coffee doesn't really look good in picture form. Just drink it!

Stopped here after going through the Smokey Mountains. This place is super cute! They have a large…read moredrink menu from teas, coffees, to lemonades and smoothies. I've had their chai tea before and they were really good but I opted for an orange hibiscus lemonade. It wasn't too sweet and was very refreshing. They offer a variety of non-dairy milk alternatives too. There are some bakery items but I didn't see anything labeled gluten-free. They have restrooms available for customers in the back and many different seating areas. There is also a patio outside that overlooks a creek where you can sit as well.

New laser engraved stainless steel cups.

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Grounded Coffee Shop & Food Factory

Looking for a simple and easy breakfast away from the casino. This is walking distance. The coffee…read morewas good and the pork sandwich was flavorful and amazing to the last bite. Cozy space with large windows which made the space feel large. Food was cooked fresh and came out quick. Would definitely go back when in there area.

Was staying in town and wanted to try a local coffee so we stopped in here for a light breakfast…read moreand coffee. It's a cute little place with some photo ops. They unfortunately were out of croissants which was what we both wanted. So she offered to make our sanswiches on bread as a toasted sandwich. The eggs were fresh fried The bacon was microwave bacon and very little on sandwich so that was disappointing Hubbys ham sandwich had a lot more meat on it The sandwiches were simple and like you would make at home. I ordered a Carmel mochiatto and it had a weird taste about it and a burnt Carmel taste definitely would not order again Hubby ordered the cafe au lei there was nothing special about it and it wasn't traditional as they didn't use chicory coffee.

Banana toast & chai latte

Interior

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Feeling Salty Latte & Italian Toast

Wize Guyz Grille

Oh my goodness! Our 2nd time @ this place! They have…read moreanything for anyone! From pizza to burgers, chicken tenders, wings and so much more! Kaylee took our order at the counter. She was sweet & welcoming & recommended the best for us. We both had the O.M.G burger & it was delicious!! Fries were hot & fresh, the wings were meaty & so good & the cheese curds were great! Really simple, family restaurant. You order at the counter, they give you a number & they bring it out to you. They have plenty of parking, seating & handicap assessable. Don't pass this little clean spot up if passing by!

I love this place! The staff was so friendly when we walked in, everyone greeted us with smiles…read more They made awesome recommendations and the burgers are amazing here. We also got a meat pizza but I didn't get a picture of it. The pizza was perfect! We will definitely be back. You have to check this place out!

Self service bar

Chicken wings

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El Cajelito

4.2

(49 reviews)

0.1 mi

Perfect service and so fast. The food was amazing. Price was fair and portions were large. Will be…read moreback when in town.

We ordered and shared the nachos supreme and a pitcher of lime margarita. Everything was delicious…read moreand the service was great. Definitely a good bargain and we will visit again on our next trip to the area.