We stopped by Bohemia Coffee Shop while exploring downtown West Jefferson, and it was a great find…read more The shop is cute and inviting, right on the main strip, with a warm atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. Even though there was a steady stream of customers, the staff kept the line moving quickly while still taking the time to chat with people and make everyone feel welcome. Our drinks came out fast, too. I ordered an iced mocha latte, and it was exceptional--easily one of the best I've had. My husband had a double shot of espresso and really enjoyed it as well. The quality of the coffee definitely stood out. Another thing we loved was the ambiance. They feature handmade items from local artists, have spaces where people can network and leave business cards, and the upbeat music added to the welcoming feel. There was plenty of indoor seating, and we enjoyed sitting by the window and people-watching for a while. Honestly, there wasn't anything we didn't enjoy. We'd definitely stop in again the next time we're in West Jefferson.

A significant variety of hot and cold coffee drinks, including delicious seasonal selections, like…read moreapple crisp latte, and bonfire latte (vanilla, marshmallow, and brown sugar). Both were refreshing and flavorful. Service was fast and accurate for a moderate client load and consistent stream of orders. Sidewalk seating available. Dogs welcome. The interior is spacious with plenteous and varied seating options: bar, table, nooks, and couches. The establishment is clean and there's congestion to the decor, but I can't say it's classically "bohemian". Nonetheless, it's pleasant, comfortable, and welcoming. I could tell care and attention were given to the ambiance. We would return and recommend you check it out.

Best blueberry muffin and best cherry turnover I've ever had in my life. Make it a stop when you're…read morein West Jefferson you won't be disappointed.

Spotted this cute, hole-in-the-wall bakery while walking through downtown Jefferson & just had to…read morestop for a sweet treat! They had a decent amount of options from turnovers to cookies to focaccia. I ended up getting a cherry turnover. It's like not the best pastry I've ever had, but it def satisfied my sweet tooth. The service was fast & friendly; the ambiance is nice. I think this spot is newly opened. Parking is free in downtown Jefferson. 7.5/10 would recommend!

Did Saturday brunch with Jim today. Jim had the breakfast everything bagel and I had the Eric…read moreE'Strata. Drinks were pumpkin-apple cider mimosas. Just WOW. We are so foodie spoiled here. We will miss them when we move on and head south for the winter. The pics are before and after.

A great find while passing through Sparta. The mack and cheese is great! The brisket on the…read moresandwich was flavorful and tender as was the pork on the bah mi. Friendly and responsive service. Highly recommend!

I bought a tomato pie today from here and it was AMAZING! The crust was the best crust I've ever…read moretasted. Flaky and melted like and tasted like butter! Filled with tomatoes and cheese. I will be back to try all the things.

This is the best bakery I have been to yet, the pastries, bread, and wraps were made perfectly. The…read moredrinks and meats they sold in the fridge were high quality as well. The prices were great for what amazing food they were offering. Never mind the amazing customer service. They have an awesome selection of home made merchandise, I would tell anyone near by to please come by here and show support. They said they do square dancing every other Friday night! I will be coming by here anytime I am near Boone, I wish I could give them more than 5 stars.

Ashe County Cheese is located in West Jefferson, NC. It was established back in 1930 by Kraft…read moreCorporation, making it the oldest cheese plant in the state. It is the only commercial plant left in the state. Ashe County Cheese produces 30,000 to 40,000 pounds of cheese a week. The Blue Ridge Mountains were chosen for the facility by Kraft as there was a surplus of milk in the region from all the dairy farming. The lush high-altitude pastures were great for dairy cattle. Kraft bought up many smaller dairy farms and made a more modern, centralized facility so the cheese could be distributed and sold outside of the mountains. West Jefferson was the chosen location to collect the milk within a 50-mile radius. Ashe County Cheese Factory has a viewing room where you can watch cheese being made. This was the highlight of my visit as I got to watch most of the cheese curd process from separating the whey and curds to draining the whey to mixing and agitating to testing the batch to adding the salt. I left at that point to allow others to view, as the viewing room was on the small side. The retail shop is across the street, and you can buy all types of cheese, including the curds. I bought some butter cheese and white cheddar trims besides the curds. They have insulated bags to buy with ice packs so you can keep it cool and refreeze the ice packs. It stayed cold for the three days I needed it to, with time in a hot car and some time in a refrigerator. Besides cheese, they sold fudge, jams, crackers, candies and wine. I found great postcards too. If West Jefferson is too far to travel to buy some squeaky cheese curds, you can order online from their website.

Very neat experience going here! On one side of the street where they make the cheese, they allow…read morevisitors to view the process. We happened to make it just after they had finished, but it was still cool to see! Across the street is their store. They carry so many kinds of cheeses they make, along with an assortment of candies, fudge, snacks, and even wine. The shop gives a quaint, general store type of nostalgia that makes for a wonderful, quiet shop. The staff were friendly and very helpful in helping us find what would suit our tastes best.

A wonderful array of vendors. Found things that I couldn't find at big city farmers markets…read more Vendors were knowledgeable and proud of their product.

Nice place. The market was fun and there were plenty of restaurants around town. I'd say that the…read moreproduce selection was a little disappointing butt not bad. Overall I would recommend

Beautiful little gem of a shop where you're able to test most every honey related product there…read morebefore buying. From honey, to honey butter, and sauces. It's a quiet little shop that has a lot to offer. My favorites were the cranberry and vanilla creme! The kind woman working was very welcoming and informative of the different uses for some of the flavors we inquired about.

Originally I visited The Honey Hole with a friend from West Jefferson. Since then I have gone back…read moreseveral times, and my friend offered to purchase honey-related items for me when they are in the area as well. We are in love with the honey butters and also the honey flavors. The shop owner is so helpful and personable. She even offered to gift wrap the honey butters as I was getting them early for Christmas, and she also packaged them for traveling for me - such thoughtful customer service! Over the past 40-50 years West Jefferson has certainly changed, but this small town has so much to offer visitors to see and do! Don't miss a visit to the Honey Hole and West Jefferson!

Amazing beer selection and fantastic staff! Overall a great experience! Highly recommend stopping…read moreby!

A quick stop into this joint left me wanting to come back for more. There are so many varieties of…read morebeers here that I could spend hours looking through the wine and beer and I can't even count how much time I could take devouring the selection. The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable too. This is definitely a great place to visit.