Dining Options

🌲 Waynesville

• Papas & Beer (4.5★)
  • Vibe: Vibrant, festive, and highly energetic family-owned Cali-Mex favorite.
  • Address: 1863 S Main St, Waynesville, NC 28786
  • Phone: (828) 571-0635
• Singletree Heritage Kitchen (4.8★)
  • Vibe: Elegant yet welcoming downtown staple focusing on refined southern heritage cooking.
  • Address: 136 Depot St Suite 101, Waynesville, NC 28786
  • Phone: (828) 246-9760
• The Scotsman Public House (4.6★)
  • Vibe: Lively, authentic Celtic tavern set inside a historic building.
  • Address: 37 Church St, Waynesville, NC 28786
  • Phone: (828) 246-6292

🚂 Sylva

• ILDA (4.7★)
  • Vibe: Intimate, upscale boutique Italian bistro utilizing seasonal Appalachian-Italian pairings.
  • Address: 462 W Main St, Sylva, NC 28779
  • Phone: (828) 307-2036
• Lulu's On Main (4.5★)
  • Vibe: Quaint, eclectic historic district mainstay with a great covered patio.
  • Address: 678 W Main St, Sylva, NC 28779
  • Phone: (828) 586-8989
• Foragers Canteen (4.5★)
  • Vibe: Trendy, rustic farm-to-table kitchen overlooking Scott Creek.
  • Address: 5 Grindstaff Cove Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
  • Phone: (828) 307-2781

🌊 Cherokee

• Angry Elk Brewing Co (4.5★)
  • Vibe: Roomy brewpub serving up great American pub bites with a creekside outdoor patio.
  • Address: 3312 US-441 N, Whittier, NC 28789
  • Phone: (828) 497-1015
• Wize Guyz Grille (4.5★)
  • Vibe: Local family favorite hotspot serving massive burgers, wings, and pizzas.
  • Address: 68 Big Cove Rd Suite 8, Cherokee, NC 28719
  • Phone: (828) 497-2838
• All Fried Up (4.5★)
  • Vibe: Down-home Southern seafood spot famed for massive portions and friendly service.
  • Address: 22 Nickeh Dr, Cherokee, NC 28719
  • Phone: (828) 554-5716

🏔️ Bryson City

• The Bistro at the Everett Hotel (4.8★)
  • Vibe: Intimate, romantic New American upscale tavern inside a luxury boutique hotel.
  • Address: 16 Everett St, Bryson City, NC 28713
  • Phone: (828) 488-1934
• 4 Queens Mexican Grill (4.5★)
  • Vibe: Highly rated authentic Mexican eatery with patio dining over the Tuckasegee River.
  • Address: 1101 Main St, Bryson City, NC 28713
  • Phone: (828) 488-0099
• Native-Brews Tap and Grill (4.2★)
  • Vibe: Spacious local hangout with sports screens, music, and an outdoor patio with mountain views.
  • Address: 225 Everett St, Bryson City, NC 28713
  • Phone: (828) 366-2739
• River's End Restaurant (4.5★)
  • Vibe: High-energy landmark riverfront restaurant directly on the Nantahala gorge.
  • Address: 13077 Hwy 19 W, Bryson City, NC 28713
  • Phone: (828) 488-7172
• The Fryemont Inn Dining Room (4.5★)
  • Vibe: Historic timber lodge experience offering warm fireside cocktails and classic Southern family-style dinners.
  • Address: 245 Fryemont St, Bryson City, NC 28713
  • Phone: (828) 488-2153