Hellbender Bed & Beverage

One of the worst experiences at a restaurant in recent memory. We had a reservation at 5:30pm. When we sat down we ordered drinks and six buffalo wings as an appetizer. Two of the wings were so small my sons asked if they used baby chickens. The hot buffalo wings were delivered and our server left. We had no silverware or napkins for a messy appetizer. One of my sons went to the bathroom to wash his hands it took so long to get anyone’s attention to get napkins (and the restaurant was half full). We finally got napkins 15 minutes later after I asked twice. Then we were going to order our entrees. There were literally 5 entrees on the entire menu outside of sandwiches. My sons picked the restaurant because they wanted Ramen and Ribs which were recommended. Shockingly they had neither at 5:30pm!!!!! They then order the NC Trout and Shrimp and Grits and I had the smash burger. The trout was supposed to have lentils and quinoa. It had a few sprinkles of each (basically nothing) and then it was fish over a bed or arugula. Our waiter came to our table once to finally refill our drinks. We then finished and they were craving banana pudding which was also highly recommended online. As we ordered our waiter said embarrassingly, they were out of that as well. I then immediately asked for the check, paid and left. I will never go here again and recommend everyone stay away unless you are getting drinks. A restaurant that has no food at 5:30pm on a Saturday should not be in business.

Great burger and beer mac and cheese!

We stopped in for breakfast yesterday...11/4/2025. The ambience was nice but the breakfast was sub-par and over priced. The hash browns were frozen rectangles and the biscuits as well as the bacon was were overcooked and hard. Once we sat down no one came back around to check on us. I wouldn't recommend this place for breakfast.

Loved the menu the grain salad was awesome. Kids loved the Mac and cheese. Service was excellent, our waitress was very sweet.

Smash burgers A++!!

The burger was just alright but atmosphere and service was amazing

Amazing Breakfast!!!! With Mimosas!!! This was such a cute and charming little place for a very relaxing breakfast!!!! Food was delicious!

My wife and I had a nice Dinner here. We can recommend the food & drinks.

We went for dinner and was told it would be a 25 minute wait and after 75 minutes we were given menus. Small portions and we’re out of a lot of food. My second visit and I’m not sure I’ll return again.

Had dinner here a couple of nights whilst on a work trip from the UK..food was best I had in town and draft cider Is really good. Staff were really nice and very sweet. Would recommend if your in town!

We ate dinner here one evening. The trout had some unusual ingredients, but the fish and quinoa were good. We did not stay at the inn.

We had lunch at the restaurant. Food and service we Great. We chose the chicken sandwich with a Jamaican coleslaw slaw. Mmm yummy. Next visit I think ill try tge confit duck.

Staff is great but kitchen is HORRIBLE. We ordered our food and my grains salad came without the main ingredients… grains. Instead of comping my meal they decided they would replace it. Just got home to find out the chicken and feta I paid extra for is missing… how do you get the same order wrong TWO times in one night..? My fiancé also ordered a side dish that never came and they tried to charge us for. Thankfully we caught it but wow, get it together. It wasn’t even a busy night…

Hellbender is an absolute gem in Blowing Rock! My husband ordered the Pork Ramen bowl - he said, “By far, it had the most depth and flavor of anything I’ve ever tasted”. I had the Adult Grilled Cheese Sandwich - if you are looking for fresh, healthy, and local goodness, then order this! The food is creative and delicious, the High Country Famous cocktail was freshing and spot-on, and the atmosphere is both welcoming and elevated - perfect for any day in Blowing Rock. Every detail, from the service to the presentation, feels thoughtfully done. This is the kind of place that makes you want to linger just a little longer…. Highly recommend to anyone visiting or living nearby.

Hellbender is an absolute gem in Blowing Rock! My husband ordered the Pork Ramen bowl - he said, “By far, it had the most depth and flavor of anything I’ve ever tasted”. I had the Adult Grilled Cheese Sandwich - if you are looking for fresh, healthy, and local goodness, then order this! The food is creative and delicious, the High Country Famous cocktail was freshing and spot-on, and the atmosphere is both welcoming and elevated - perfect for any day in Blowing Rock. Every detail, from the service to the presentation, feels thoughtfully done. This is the kind of place that makes you want to linger just a little longer…. Highly recommend to anyone visiting or living nearby.