Restaurants in Banner Elk

“This was the best meal/experience I have had in quite some time, possibly ever. We were lucky enough to dine in the cellar and have Sadie as our server. I want to express my gratitude to the chef, staff, and Manager, Jeff who made this a night to remember. Highly recommend the ribeye caps, lamb, and all of the first courses. Bring a big group and share everything! Make sure you request Sadie as your server, her recommendations were spot on.”

“Always a great experience! Enjoy crossing the Watauga River into the Pisgah National Forest to relax at the foot of Grandfather Winery hillside vineyards! So relaxing. Since reopening under pandemic protocols, no tastings. However, the walkup window is so convenient. Outdoor seating was increased to include socially distant tables, outdoor restrooms, and additional picnic tables along the riverbank. Learn about the connection to the ASU viticulture program and how the vineyard has given back $50,000 to the university. Highly recommend tasting a glass of The Scholar! There is a local Boone restaurant food truck on site for snacks and handheld sandwiches. Live music on the weekends.”

“My fiancée and I stopped by while visiting recently, we both got peppermint mocha lattes and pickles. Both were very very good! Definitely recommend this spot and will be back to try a sandwich!”

“This place was so delicious!The counter girl on 3/5 was lovely! She came out and chatted with us - also sharing some great recommendations for dinner!The sandwich was delicious! Big enough to share. The cheddar bun was soft and flavorful!The broccoli cheddar soup was homemade like your grandmothers!The cinnamon roll was 10/10 - so good!!!Thank you so much! You guys were our favorite place this visit!”

“My girlfriends and I loved the food and the service! We all had bowls and they were so delicious and the portions were generous. We are definitely coming back and we highly recommend this Mexican restaurant!”

“The location was convenient for us and the food was okay but not particularly memorable. Somehow I missed the grand view. Maybe they had the misfortune of having a neighbor put up a building in the middle of the view which had given the restaurant its name. Also, I've never gotten toast at a restaurant and only gotten one slice of bread. It's the cheapest and simplest thing to get as a breakfast item add on or part of an entree and I've always gotten two slices.”

“The steak was without doubt one of the best I have ever had. Of course me being me, I forgot to take photos. The steak was near perfect cooked with a sear producing a good crust and an amazing tenderness with much flavor.The pan seared tuna had great flavor but the sauce with it left a bitter taste within my mouth, overall it was good.Charcuterie board had a wide selection. Some of the cheeses were extremely stiff though. All else was good.The drinks and cocktails were all prepared very well. Wine selection was good.Prices vary by menu items greatly, I’d say range per person with apps and meal and drink is ~90-125 for dinner.”

“We were visiting from out of town and found a gem. Our waitress was excellent and attentive, the appetizer literally arrived at the table 3o seconds after we were seated. The food was good and plentiful. We'll definitely visit again.”

“Very good experience! Food was very tasty ambience is very good service was quick and very nice. Glad we picked this restaurant for our last day’s vacation! Thai Basil fried rice was the best!”

“This review is for the winery.I had a flight and sampled a good number of their wines, including various dry reds, one of which was fermented from a grape I had never heard of, and blueberry wine.All were good and the service was personable. I will return.”

“We’re visiting the area for a few days- came across Bella’s- the most amazing little pizza place! Our server was Bridger- he was wonderfully polite, friendly and kept our drinks full! He served us a delicious dinner! He gave suggestions that didn’t fail! We love Bella’s pizza!! We will be back on our next adventure here!”

“I can't say enough Good things about this restaurant. My husband brought me last night for my birthday. The food was so tasty and the man Paul who was singing live was a lot of fun!”

“Great experience at Primo. The atmosphere was comfortable, yet refined. The waitstaff was attentive and helpful. Each staff member took pride in their craft. Hats off to Parker for great wine selection and expert mixology. Tyler was very attentive and the flambe chef entertained the entire room. Definitely a diamond of a find in Banner Elk.”

“Came to this place with a party of twelve for a friend's birthday. The service and food were both excellent! Highly recommend! Can't wait to go back and try something else!”

“This was fantastic. We went while in the area for our 19th wedding anniversary. Service was great and the food was amazing. We had enough left over from lunch to have for supper.”