This place is great. We go here about every other week to get the fresh chicharrón made in-house…read more We also buy our carne asada here from the meat department. It's seasoned and ready to cook. They have fresh tamales here occasionally, so we are sure to grab some when we're lucky enough. They also have fresh cornbread almost always available. Beside the meat department is a tall selection of various sweet breads. We have tried them all, and you can not go wrong no matter what you choose. Additionally, they have a well stocked, large selection of Hispanic groceries and some vegetables. Beside them and connected with a doorway in a shared wall is a Mexican restaurant. We've never eaten there, but I'm sure it's going to be quite authentic. I'll do a review on them soon. 5 stars all day!

Best meat shop in town. It is a local secret, their specials are truly special, and the quality of…read moretheir meat is great. Most of the downtown restaurants use their ground beef for the burgers so if you want that same experience, get your ground beef from them. They also carry oysters which I enjoy cooking with.

Folks that run this place, were very nice and helpful on my first visit yesterday. I bought some…read morebeef tips, tenderized chicken, bag of pinto beans and a head of cabbage. Prices were good on all the items I bought, and they also had medium eggs for 69 cents a dozen.

I get a lot of vegetables from there. The Carolina reaper plants I got from there produced a lot…read moreof peppers. The liver mush is really good.

Stopped at Barking Coyote Kitchen as I was visiting Elkin. I was pleasantly surprised to see…read morethey've added indoor seating and tables plus a few more outside on the deck. These additions make the Barking Coyote more of a destination to eat at instead of just a "grab and go" place. Both inside and outside seating seemed to provide a serene setting . Their chicken salad, sold in two sizes, is excellent and was the main reason I stopped by. They have a rotating weekly menu of artisan sandwiches which can be found on their FB page.

Lovely sandwich shop just off Main St in Elkin. The menu is…read moresmall but creative and to the point. I greatly enjoyed my Chicken Salad Sandwich and the wife loved her Ham and Swiss. They also give every sandwich a dill pickle. Nice touch My only recommendation, offer a water station with washable cups. Nothing crazy, just a stand with a water jug, filled with ice water and a stack of cups:) Enjoyed the back patio with umbrellas and a big shade tree.

I used them for a 385 person food order. The communication was amazing, they were ontime, the food…read moretasted FRESH. Everyone loved it. Will pass on to other teams.

What a cute place with a lot of potential but they should be required to scream welcome to BSF…read moreeverytime someone walks in. It would make sure they pay attention to all customers who walk in to the store. The wife was ignored and I walked in behind her and everyone talked to me. So needless to say "HAPPY WIFE HAPPY LIFE" we will not be returning. 3 stars due to it is a very cute place and great concept with no customer service.

I was looking for some unique jellies and hot stuff found shelves of jelly's and Jake and Amos hot…read morepepper relish . Store was clean and well organized .

General store sums it up! This place has everything from…read moreclothes to cookies to a deli and raw milk from the Amish. It has items in bulk, the way I remember Amish stores. Rows upon rows of choices of nuts, snacks, dried fruits, food of all kinds, and spices, too. It's clean and bright, a large space, and has good energy. I found myself browsing for quite a while, just enjoying encountering interesting finds. I like to support local independent businesses, and this one offers what chains do not. Fresher, nicer, and unique.

Wish I would've taken photos of this cute shop! Located right next to Elliott's on Linden, this is…read morea cute coffee shop/cheesemonger/butcher/specialty shop. I was looking for CarolinaGold variety rice and was recommended to this shop. They sure did have it along with other beans, grains, sauces, spices. The people working were so kind and helpful. Their lunch special today was pimento cheese roast beef grilled cheese. Drool. Their lunch menu is full of choices, and I'll be back to try more!

First time here, don't let dinner menu prices scare you. The lunch menu is very reasonable, the…read moresandwiches are made with fresh quality ingredients... delicious. At lunch you place your order at the counter and then they bring g it to you when prepared. Atmosphere is very pleasant. Highly recommend.

Every time we go into Watsons, it is a pleasurable experience. The ladies behind the counter are…read morevery friendly and helpful. They have some of the best wines in town on tap, and you can sit, talk, and enjoy the company of customers who come in during your stay. Their packaged food is very tasty, such as the olive oil and curry.

What a wonderful shop!! Great specialty products and friendly service!! We even had a mimosa while…read moreshopping in the store!

Quaint little Amish market.They sell all kinds of good stuff, most notably homemade pies and cakes,…read morecandies, kitchen knives, spices, and much more. Be aware though, it seems like more and more of their merchandise is made in China. (That matters to me.) Service is friendly and everything is very clean. Be sure to check business hours though as they close midday on Saturdays and 5:00 on weekdays.

Just about an hour from where I live but so glad I stumbled upon this market while passing through…read moretown. The sign out by the road made me a little skeptical but I convinced my husband to turn around and let me take a look inside- I was sure glad we did. It has an abundance of everything you can think of if you like to bake or just enjoy to eat. I have been wanting to bake pumpernickel bread forever but finding all the ingredients just never happens but I was thrilled to find Every variety of flour from medium rye meal pumpernickel to einkorn. They even had the malt powder. Home I went to bake up my first loaf ever and it was excellent! The have all sorts of things, if you like to bake- thickening agents, Sugars, flavorings,...a variety of jams, cheese, meats, baking pans, gadgets... They have fresh baked bread-we brought home a loaf of sourdough bread- regular loaf style but was fresh and pretty good. Planning a trip back with some friends, there is a nice new cafe in Roxboro- Incorrigible Cafe, will grab lunch there and then head over to Yoder's for something different to do. There is also an old school house and jail in town. I believe you need an appointment to go inside. Also prices were good compared to Whole Foods. Worth a trip if you don't live nearby.

A gem of a place in the quaint town of Spruce Pine. The…read morecoziest of spaces serving a range of coffee drinks, light bites and everything house made menu items. 'Twas so good, had to go back a second time for lunch. The warmest & kindest staff, always smiling while serving up some delicious delights. Tried as many menu items as I possible could. Wish I could try more... Monte Cristo Sandwich Made with the most incredible & unbelievable house made bread, served with house made jam. An absolute treat. Blueberry French toast Thick cuts of the same unbelievable house made bread cooked to perfection on the griddle. A delightful crispy crunch on top, soft & delicious on the inside. Egg Sandwich... with bacon Creamy scrambled eggs, thick cuts of bacon, cheese and the most incredible house made mayo aioli. Turkey Sandwich More of the same amazing house made bread & a generous amount of turkey cuts served with chips. Thank you to Fox & the Fig for such an amazing experience. Would happily made a return trip to Spruce Pine just to visit

A hidden gem in WNC!! Grateful to live in the area and can pop in anytime. They use fresh…read moreingredients and bake their own bagels and bread on site. Very friendly staff . Good vibes. I love the matcha lemonade too!!