Willow Tree restaurant in Robbinsville, NC has moved locations but the vibe and food is still the…read moresame. The first time we went to Willow Tree we had the best young server and a great experience with their tasting menu. The tasting menu is gone, but the portions and options are still the same. There is a lack of good places to eat in Robbinsville so it is great to see the Willow Tree finding a new home a up and coming lodge. The trout dip and the fillet were our favorites items. If you get the ribeye, ask for the steak sauce on the side. There is just a lot of it, but it is good. I wish they were making their own Caesar dressing. The one they are using is fine but tasted jarred. Also ask for extra dressing. The grill on the Romain is great, but they aren't putting the dressing between the leaves. I do wish when they were building the lodge they but huge windows that took advantage of the view of the lake. This didn't change the food .

This is a 3 1/2 * and for being one of the better restaurants in Robbinsville, it fell little…read moreshort. Think quantity over quality and service. +. Ambiance is shabby chic, intimate house resto. Multiple dining rooms are small and they have an outdoor patio that has several tables. +. Food is American and their menu changes every week. We had their grilled caesar to start and shared a 14oz prime rib. The fresh 1/2 romain was slightly charred and sprinkled with pre-made dressing. I had it without croutons and my friend had it with. We both enjoyed it. The salad plates though were narrow and an odd shaped which wasn't easiest to support cutting. The prime rib was well done to blue. They don't ask for desired temp. If you prefer specific temp, be aware. This steak was tougher than expected for a typical PR. The sides we picked were butternut squash which was slightly sweet but pleasant. =. Service was mostly good. Our waitress was friendly and prompt. However, I do have a bone to pick. They charge $10 for splitting an entree, BUT they do NOT serve the entree to 2-plates! They brought one entree (as photo'd) and just an empty dinner plate. WE HAD TO cut and plate the 2nd plate ourselves! So they charge $10 for splitting withOUT providing any service :((. If you charge a fee for service, fine. But you SHOULD provide that SERVICE you charge! Also, my salad came with croutons which the waitress quickly remedied. We ordered offered blueberry cobbler for dessert but they were already sold out. It was only about 7:30pm! =. Price is on the higher side and little value for what you get. +. Parking is easy in a private gravel lot. Willow Tree has a nice ambiance, their food was just okay and their upcharge for service NOT provided was a turn off. Not sure if they are looking for repeat customers... There aren't many choices for restaurants around Robbinsville. I'll be packing food prior to coming up this way next time. MY RATINGS - - - Inhumane - - Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark +. Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE... WHERE have you bee my LiFe!

oh boy my favorite go to for the best ice cream and chocolateslove love that purple daze !!!…read morepretty nice folks in there too specially the one that invited me to have a scoop of the best ice cream in town and she was right !and a waffle cone dipped in chocolate and sprinkles MY MY sooo good see you next time

My friend and I had run a long trail race in Tsali and were heading to dinner when we saw the…read moreChocolate Shoppe. We decided we definitely needed chocolate and were afraid it would be closed later so stepped in to grab some chocolate for after dinner. There were SO many choices! There was all kinds of chocolate, fudge, caramel apples and cookies as well as ice cream. I decided on two milk chocolate sea salt caramels. They were pricey -- $2 each. I ate them after dinner -- probably should have waited for them to warm up after sitting in the cold car but they were still good.

DUUUUUUUDE! this place was sooo good and reminded us so much of a place we have at home, but with…read moreits own small town spin. prior to going we were obsessed with figuring out what the heck an arctic swirl/avalanche was (spoiler alert it's like a blizzard!) and it was so fun finding out. YES they are cash only and seasonal so make sure you are tracking that but they do not skimp on the ice cream. also, the staff was super patient and sweet, giving us time to figure out what we wanted with all the amazing choices! three of us had arctic swirls of various creation (you can mix multiple candy in) and I had a boston shake. my only regret is not having enough room to finish it...choc pb shake with choc fudge sundae on top...ridiculously good! we cannot wait to come back and this will and be a summer staple when visiting grandpa's cabin

First time here for me and several disappointments. First - no prices on the menu - seems like…read moregives them the right to charge whatever they want based on business demands. Second - Cash Only - who does that anymore besides Barber Shops - 3rd - Value - ordered Small Avalanche , Cookie Dough ( basically received a cup of vanilla soft serve ice cream ( guess cookie dough chunks too expensive Small dipped soft serve cone , and a small Dole Whipped = $13.50 New to the area of Murphy , so not many options. Final Thought - Dairy Queen please come to Murphy NC so I could enough my cookie dough pieces

We visited Darnell's Farm on June 23, 2026, and it easily earned 5 stars from our family!…read more From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing. Families were enjoying the farm, kids were playing, and there were several swings overlooking the river that made for a beautiful place to sit and unwind. The farm offers a great variety of fresh produce, and the strawberry picking was a huge hit with our kids. Their favorite part was being able to snack on strawberries while picking them--an experience they won't forget! We also purchased some boiled peanuts, which were hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious. But the real star of the visit was the ice cream. It was hands-down the best part of our day and so good that we're already planning to stop by again before heading back home. Friendly staff, beautiful scenery, great products, and fun for the whole family. We highly recommend Darnell's Farm to anyone visiting the area. 100% recommended!

Great place for fresh vegetables! Everything here fresh and much of it is grown very closely. The…read morestrawberries are absolutely incredible!. Tomatoes, beans, squash, peppers, corn, etc. great jellies, and jams for a very fair price. If you go be sure to get a fruit dream whip! Very refreshing!!!!

A welcome addition to Andrews, this restaurant hit the mark on all three Yelp points…read more Food: it's excellent. The chef prepares a plate that is thoughtful and balanced. While picky eaters might have a tough time at Sage, foodies and food lovers will appreciate the menu. Service: the waitstaff is young, but attentive and knowledgeable. I feel they will keep getting better over time. Ambiance: you enter through the courtyard, which has plenty of outdoor seating. The interior seating is set for fine dining in a casual manor. Lighting is dim for a romantic dinner yet seating for large parties along the banquette wall is available. Sage is a lovely place to celebrate a special occasion or just a nice night out with loved ones. Highly recommend.

We recently had dinner to celebrate our 49th wedding anniversary at Sage in Andrews, NC…read more What an excellent experience. It was truly an "uptown" place in a tiny town. We spent the long weekend in a quaint air B & B just outside of town and experienced everything we could from a train ride to a dive bar to a burger joint in a double wide. Sage was a definite highlight of the celebration. The food was superb. The pork belly appetizer that we shared was unique and delicious. I had the sea bass and my wife had the beef (fork tender). Both had subtle flavors with excellent textures. We both had a dessert. I opted for the chocolate and my wife had the crème brûlée. Both excellent. Highly recommend you find this jewel.

Great little cafe to get healthy meals. They were out of the cinnamon rolls by the time we rolled…read morein- 11am ish. We had a lovely brunch though. The bagels were very different from any we have had before, had a very home baked bread taste. The sweet potato bowl was very flavorful and hit just the right note for lunch. We did get a couple baked goods to go as well. The coffee was pretty good, they have tons of flavors to choose from and make some signature drinks too. The staff is very friendly and will give excellent recommendation. The decor is rustic cute. Worth a visit!!!

During our Fourth of July trip to Bryson City, we always try to support local coffee shops instead…read moreof the big chains, so we stopped into La Dolce Vita Bakery for breakfast and coffee. The shop itself is adorable, clean, and had a steady flow of customers. The staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was welcoming. I ordered an iced dirty chai latte, which is my go-to whenever I'm trying a new coffee shop because it's a pretty reliable way to compare places. It was good, and exactly what I was hoping for. I also tried the cinnamon roll. It was tasty, but pretty standard. Looking back, I think I'd try one of their other bakery items next time. My friend ordered one of their homemade biscuits. It took quite a while to come out--around 15 to 20 minutes--and several other customers were served before we received it. It honestly felt like the biscuit may have been forgotten, which was a little disappointing. Overall, though, we had a pleasant experience. Nothing was overpriced, the staff was kind, and it's the type of local place I always encourage travelers to support. While there are a couple of other coffee shops in Bryson City I'd probably try before returning, I still think La Dolce Vita Bakery is worth a visit so you can form your own opinion. Every café has busy days, and one experience doesn't define a business. If you're looking for a cozy local spot for coffee and a pastry while exploring downtown Bryson City, it's definitely worth stopping in.

When you get struck by a wild hair to turn your love into a marriage and have 4 days notice you…read morechange expectations. You NEVER expect anything like THIS! First it's elegant. I sent some idea photos and what I got was beyond perfect. Simple. Lovely. Perfect. THEN I ate the cake! A vanilla cake. Like what can you expect but OMG! It's a vanilla like I've never had. This is stab your granny for the recipe good! Honest! My hubby has NO sweet tooth but he gorged this down like a starving man eating slabs! It became a competition of who can eat more before it's gone! And now--well Everytime we are up we get a small cake and indulge. Even if we are just popping through the cupcake version is just as amazing. Look, I have no idea what is in this vanilla but it's AMAZING. You tell ME how they take vanilla cake- as basic as it gets- and turn it to incredible. I'm not even going to talk about everything else I've had I. The shop since then like macaroons, cinnamon rolls, that s'mores cupcake (drool). I'm just goi g to say Go! You will not regret it and whoever you bring treats home to will feel loved! But don't blame me if you get addicted to them because this is the best- hands down.

We saw people walking with coffee and they recommended The Sweet Shoppe. We absolutely fell in love…read morewith all of the positive words on the wall. The bakery items all looked delicious and we wanted them all. We ordered cinnamon bun and had it warmed. I ordered one of the specialty drinks (The Jolene) and my friends wanted just black coffee. They did not have any fresh coffee so they offered her espresso with water, and said they could bring the half and half out for her to add herself. The cinnamon bun was mouth watering and delicious. My friend and I both felt that our coffee wasn't very flavorful, and almost watered down. I would definitely try it again if ever in town, especially for the bakery items!

Best food in Highlands. The service was friendly and fast. Great atmosphere, fun and lively…read more Everything we ate was amazing

Love the ambiance of this place, definitely tavern feel. However we had a mixed experience. We sat…read moreat the bar and the bar tender technically did fine, taking our orders and filling the drinks very timely, he seemed to have an attitude. Not to just us but those seated near us as well. Could've been an off night for him. Food wise, I had the brat sandwich which was great and she had a chicken sandwich which she said was very chewy. The prices here are high which you expect in a town like this but they should deliver a moist chicken breast on a sandwich for the price.

This place is amazing! Great treats, great service, staff is awesome! So nice to have a locally…read moreowned gem like this in Cashiers!

we love their coffee, ice cream & floats! they have the absolute best, cutest pup cups i've ever…read moreseen for the doggies!

I typically just get the drip coffee & it's good. Not usually hot enough, but that's ok…read more I really come here because of the ambience. It's the 2nd nicest Coffee Place in Clayton. I'm here for the vibes. Short for vibrations.

This is a beautiful and quaint coffee shop and cafe. I did not enjoy my shot in the dark with…read morecardamom syrup though. I am not sure if it was the espresso added or the dark roast I ordered, but my drink was very sour in taste. Service was friendly, but I may have actually been served an Americano considering the flavor profile of the beverage.