Restaurants near Museum of North Carolina Minerals

76 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Reid's Cafe and Catering restaurant

1. Reid's Cafe and Catering

4.8

Exceptional(609)

Price: Expensive

• American • Banner Elk

Booked 14 times today

Reid’s Cafe is located in beautiful Sugar Mountain, NC. We love the intentional, the specific, and the well-cared-for. We work closely with our local farms and purveyors to curate fresh, seasonal menus that feature regionally sourced meats, a rotation of fresh oysters and select seafood. All of our breads, pastas, and pastries are prepared in-house daily. Our Bar offers local beers, seasonal craft cocktails, and a well chosen wine selection. We are currently operating under all Covid-19 restrictions and following all CDC and local guidelines. The health and safety of our guests and our staff is our #1 priority. Outdoor reservations are by phone only. We look forward to seeing you.

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2. The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

4.7

Exceptional(810)

Price: Moderate

• American • Blowing Rock

Booked 43 times today

In the 1950s, The Speckled Trout was a place to stop and fill up your gas tank. Now, you can fill up on fresh mountain trout, soup beans, and hoecakes and wash it down with local farm beer or fresh rosé. We explore the roots of Appalachian food and beverage culture and re-create it in our kitchen by preserving and reviving ingredients of our local heritage.Join us at The Speckled Trout for a taste of locally sourced regional fare by Chef Michael Foreman and warm hospitality that will keep y'all coming back!

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3. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

4.5

Awesome(4035)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Asheville

Booked 71 times today

EDISON, craft ales + kitchen is an inventive bar and restaurant that brings together the food culture and local flavors of downtown, with expansive indoor and outdoor seating and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for frequent historical visits from Thomas Edison and his "Vagabonds" (Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford), EDISON serves NC craft beers, small batch bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and regionally inspired food in a contemporary, fun, and artistic setting.Several renowned artists who celebrate the creativity of the area and call this community home are showcased in the indoor dining room, offering our patrons a true Asheville experience. The jalapeno bacon wrapped bison meatloaf is a must try !

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4. Hawtree's Pub and Grill

3.8

Excellent(16)

Price: Moderate

• American • Burnsville

Temporarily closed due to Hurricane Helene. We are working to reopen ASAP and look forward to welcoming back our members and guests.Take in the best of Fred Hawtree's legacy in awe inspiring scenery complemented by excellent food and service that will make you feel like family. Watch the sun set from the patio nestled at the base of the tallest peak east of the Mississippi, Mount Mitchell. With a view unlike any other and just two miles off the Hwy80 Junction Exit on Blue Ridge Parkway, a lunch pitstop here is a no brainer for those ready for a bite but not willing to miss a single second of the beauty of the parkway.

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5. Americano Steak House & Wine Bar

4.7

Exceptional(828)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Banner Elk

Booked 11 times today

The best award-winning steakhouse in the area! Worth the drive from Banner Elk (13 miles), Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain (30 minute drive) , Johnson City or wherever you are. Americano Steak House is a local, veteran-owned restaurant featuring hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, amazing salads, 1/2 pound steak-burgers, decadent desserts and the only full liquor bar in the East Tennessee mountains will over 100 wines by the bottle and glass.We kindly ask that you do not show up early for your reservation, but simply on time. We are a small, boutique steakhouse that focuses on exceptional food and incredible service in the mountains of East Tennessee and typically cannot seat guests earlier than their reserved time.While we have always discouraged them, our policy towards no shows/same day cancelations MUST be firm. No shows and same day cancellations are the plague of the industry and we ask of you to uphold your end of this commitment as we are thrilled to provide on our end.

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6. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4.7

Exceptional(5962)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 67 times today

Stable Café is open from 4PM to 8pm daily for guests of Biltmore Estate.Biltmore tickets or an annual pass are required to visit all restaurants on the estate. For seasonal evening events, dinner reservations for all the guests in the party must have an evening-specific ticket or be an estate lodging guest. Dinner menu is a three-course, prefix menu.The convenient location next to Biltmore House, friendly hospitality, and delectable food make the Stable Café a popular stop after visits to the house and gardens. The ambiance of the historic surroundings in the renovated stable complex is unmatched.

7. Blue Ridge

4.8

Exceptional(5091)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Asheville

Booked 56 times today

The Blue Ridge restaurant is a farm-to-table artisanal buffet overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. The Morning Table signature buffet, served each morning, will redefine all that you imagined breakfast could be. Two massive rooms are filled with amazing breakfast options, including a yogurt bar, omelet station and great gluten free options. Don’t miss the award-winning Friday night Seafood Buffet, Saturday night Prime Rib Buffet and phenomenal Sunday Brunch. It’s the perfect way to end any week.Reservations recommended.

8. Village Social-Biltmore Estate

4.6

Exceptional(2531)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Asheville

Booked 63 times today

Village Social is located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate, right next door to Biltmore's award-winning winery. You must have a valid paid Estate admission ticket or be staying on property to dine on property. Reservations will only be held for 10 minutes past reservation time. A full-service restaurant and bar, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Village Social’s versatile menu features a variety of inspired dishes, each prepared in traditional southern style showcasing fresh, estate-raised ingredients. The relaxed atmosphere of Village Social is perfect for unwinding and catching up with friends with craft cocktails! **Please be advised patio seating can not be guaranteed.

9. Luminosa

4.7

Exceptional(256)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Asheville

Booked 26 times today

Where modern-Appalachian meets Italian-inspiration, Luminosa is bringing a hyperlocal lens to Italian cuisine, utilizing regional purveyors and local team member expertise to shape and curate the ever-evolving, seasonally driven offerings. Nestled within The Flat Iron Hotel, a historic boutique hotel in Asheville, North Carolina, Luminosa's carefully designed space radiates a welcoming tavern ambiance. Our culinary heart is a wood-burning oven, infusing a "touch of fire" into handmade pizzas, house-made pastas, and locally sourced vegetables. In homage to Asheville's renowned brewery scene, Luminosa's beverage program features local brews, including an exclusive collaboration, alongside a diverse selection of cocktails and wines.

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10. The Restaurant at the Embers

4.5

Awesome(144)

Price: Expensive

• American • Blowing Rock

Booked 14 times today

An unforgettable dining experience in the Embers Hotel.

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Jennifer
Asheville / Western North Carolina •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a fun night, great food, a wonderful server, and loved everything about our experience! Can’t wait to come back as we are local and have the opportunity to do so often
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Edison - Omni Grove Park InnPrice: Expensive• Regional American (Contemporary Southern)• Asheville
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4.5
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OJvip
Greater Boston •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
There is a reason Americano has one the People’s Choice Award. They are THE best steak house in NE Tennessee. Hands down. Faith is a delightful server. Our food came out on very hot plates and prepared exactly as it should be. Not our first time, wont’ be the last.
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Americano Steak House & Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Steak• Banner Elk
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4.7
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Teresa
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was amazing and service was good. The only thing I had to ask for was refill on tea and had to ask the waitress to fix our table due to it was not level and constantly moved.
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The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle ShopPrice: Moderate• American• Blowing Rock
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4.7
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KMICK
San Antonio •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Love Reid’s and this was the best yet! Menu is constantly new and creative , service was fantastic. This is definitely a favorite date night place!
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Reid's Cafe and CateringPrice: Expensive• American• Banner Elk
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4.8
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Monica
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 Jul 2024
We were a party of 8 after what appeared to be a private event. The staff was attentive, extremely personable and amazing! Food was delicious. Would definitely go again.
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Hawtree's Pub and GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Burnsville
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3.8

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76 restaurants available nearby

1. Reid's Cafe and Catering

2. The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

3. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

4. Hawtree's Pub and Grill

5. Americano Steak House & Wine Bar

6. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

7. Blue Ridge

8. Village Social-Biltmore Estate

9. Luminosa

10. The Restaurant at the Embers

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