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Hurricane Helene. Locally-sourced, Southern-inspired dishes. Don’ t miss the crispy okra and pimento cheese with green tomato chow chow!
1377 Blowing Rock Road, Boone 828.865.3255
Photo: Rhode’ s Motor Lodge
Bistro Roca
Casual, good fare and always a lively crowd. The menu changes seasonally. Try the pizzas from their woodburning oven.
143 Wonderland Trail, Blowing Rock 828.295.4008
The Speckled Trout
Grab an outdoor table and enjoy lunch( and maybe a signature cocktail).
922 Main Street, Blowing Rock 828.295.9819
place I have ever been.” He began construction on what is now the Eseeola Lodge, which continues to evoke this poetic character and a rustic elegance.
175 Linville Avenue, Linville 800.742.6717
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The Eseeola Lodge
In 1891, Harvard professor William James visited Linville and wrote,“ At last, I have struck it rich here in North Carolina and am in the most poetic
Rhode’ s Motor Lodge( photo above)
Stylishly renovated motor inn with equal parts cozy mountain lodge and modern boutique hotel. New home of Over Yonder restaurant.
1377 Blowing Rock Road, Boone 828.865.1110
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