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The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop, Blowing Rock, NC

The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

4.7
4.7
811 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for craft beers
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!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Regional American (Southern), Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (828) 295-9819
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Foreman
  • Area
    Blowing Rock
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 811 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Child-friendly

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Healthy

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Hot spot

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop is a vibrant dining spot in Blowing Rock, known for its "excellent trout," diverse beer selection, and friendly service. Guests rave about the "creative bartenders" and "wonderful staff." Despite occasional seating delays, the "delicious food" and "relaxed atmosphere" make it a "must-visit" destination.

811 Reviews
  1. Michael

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Passing through, this seemed like an interesting place to go for lunch. Trout dominates the menu -- 100% fine for us. I enjoyed smoked trout with gouda grits, partner took her trout on a kale salad -- both were 100% happily consumed to the bottom of the plate. We weren't drinking for lunch, but there is plenty of beer and wine for those looking for those options. Definitely would love to try the place again for dinner when we visit next.

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  2. Teresa

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    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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  3. Christopher

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing... Everything was perfect. Highly recommend.

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  4. Leigh

    Austin

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience here tonight! We sat on the covered porch which was very warm and cozy and they had no problem accommodating our stroller. Emma, our server, was kind and efficient. The meals were delicious and came out quickly. The cocktails and wine were great and the chocolate chip cake was the perfect ending. We will definitely be back!

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  5. Will

    Charlotte

    120 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of our long time favorites in Blowing Rock, it is always great. We both had the Trout and it was excellent.

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  6. Cameron

    Atlanta Metro

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic meal and wonderful service- eating here is a must do!

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  7. Ronnie

    Western NC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service as always! Fried cheese curds and jalapeños are our favorite appetizers anywhere!

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  8. Lee

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Main course food was not hot when it arrived. Actually, the side was cold.

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  9. Heather

    Charlotte

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always amazing. Live music was perfect on the patio.

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  10. VivianW

    Greensboro

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As Always great food and great service! Cozy and fun spot on Main St

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The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop is rated 4.7 stars by 811 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

922 Main St, Blowing Rock, NC 28605-8279

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Blowing Rock
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Regional American (Southern), Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Foreman
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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