Gamekeeper Restaurant

3005 Shulls Mill Rd, Boone
(828) 963-7400

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Lena Maksad

I don’t even know what I loved the most - the food (we went do the holiday prefix menu prefix menu and it was fantastic), the service (our server was so attentive and knowledgeable - I learned about the toothfish and the history of the place), and the place itself - wood burning fireplaces, decor, lighting.. Big compliments to the owner and the chef for this gem of a place.
Oh and the fact the vallet had out car by the time we can down the stairs (it was -7C) - top notch experience throughout.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bette Newton

Amazing dining experience, awesome waitress and absolutely amazing food!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mixed Game Grill, Bleu Salad, Bourbon Bread Pudding, Game Sampler Appetizer, Grilled Bison Hanging Tenderloin with Garlic Mashed Potatoes \u0026 Horseradish Green Onion Sour Cream, Mixed Grill Appetizer, Bibb Lettuce Buttermilk Blue Cheese Apple Vinaigrette Spiced Pecans and Cranberries

Alexander Henson

Rebecca was the best server! This is my third time coming and because of her service and knowledge of the menu I am definitely coming back! If you come here you need to be in her section!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Andy Price

We have been waiting to try the gamekeeper for a few years because of the reputation of the exotic menu. We booked an early seating as we brought our son and daughter in law to celebrate his birthday. The weather was cold and snow had fallen so we left early in case the roads were covered but they were fine until we arrived where the driveway and parking area was very icy. We arrived early and the staff was wonderful in taking us in out of the cold. We were seated in a lower dinning room but found the heat was broken and the room was extremely cold and the staff did re seat us as well as other guests to a warmer section which we appreciated. The staff were attentive and helpful, we were however disappointed at the limited selection on the menu and the quality of our food. We ordered the squash and potato soup which was very tasty and the salad was good as well. We ordered the tooth fish, bison short ribs and elk dinners. We enjoyed our food but felt it was not at the level of an entree costing $74. Our bill for 4 was over $400 which I fully expected based on the reputation this place has but maybe this was an off night or for some reason a very limited menu. I enjoyed it but wasn’t impressed. Not sure if we will be back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Gregory Breitenbeck

My wife, her sister, and I recently had dinner at the Gamekeeper. I ordered the elk which was cooked nicely but over seasoned. Fortunately, my wife likes spicey food and swapped her steak for my elk. Just a word of warning: tell your waiter to go light on the spice.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Game Sampler Appetizer, Grilled Bison Hanging Tenderloin with Garlic Mashed Potatoes \u0026 Horseradish Green Onion Sour Cream

aaron woodard

I've been wanting to go for years and let me start with the good. What a beautiful place and very polite staff. Our waitress was very friendly and she did take very good care of us and we had a nice view. My experience was that it was good not great. Everything was good not great. I'll start with the appetizer we had soup to start and again it was good nothing grand we had the potato and butternut squash bisque. The soup was fine tasted good but I was just underwhelmed that was the two options. My father mother and I ordered the ribeye my wife ordered the elk. My first dig here was while I enjoy spicy things my mother not so much and the vegetables that were served with it were pretty spicy and I just would have thought at this price point the waitress would have went over the preparation and mentioned that. My second issue is at the price the steak was good not great. It had a lot of fat and gristle to start. Secondly I was pretty shocked how dry it was and the only way you could order it was medium I would have preferred a bit less done. I'm being a bit critical get but again at the price point it didn't knock mine or the rest of my family socks off. My mother only ate half because of how tough it was. My wife's elk dinner was good. It had a good flavor and the sides were pleasant. So all in at the price point if you want a beautiful view and good service they did that pretty well but there's a lot of other restaurants in the area that I think are better food wise.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Kim Musser

We had an incredible dinner at The Gamekeeper. The trout was amazing and the prime rib was so tender. The staff is so professional and friendly. Overall a 5 star experience!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Suzanne

Great food and atmosphere for a special location. Server made us feel rushed even though we were out the door by 7 from a 5pm reservation which didn't create a good feeling. Would definitely go back again, though .

Mandy

We had a fantastic experience! Food was excellent and our server, Kale, was very attentive and personable. Will definitely be back!

Tom Bahleda

Exceptional food. Exceptional service. Best ambiance of any restaurant in the area. Pricey, but always worth it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lynn

Tonya provided excellent service. The food was quite good but expensive. The portions were big especially the mixed grill appitizer. From valet to the end of the meal all was very enjoyable. We sat in the “sunroom” which I thought would be cool but the space heaters worked well and the room was warm.

Kristin

Fine dining in a casual atmosphere. Service was above average. Quality over quantity. Higher end on the price scale. Great for a special occasion.

Mark

The food was outstanding and our server, Kale, was attentive but not intrusive. The table next to us was a bit loud but not obnoxious. Will definitely go back

Alex Sanders

We had an amazing experience at The Gamekeeper! The food and wine were incredible but also our valet, hostess, and server, Summer, took wonderful care of us. Everything was absolutely amazing! They took care of us from start to finish and went above and beyond. Highly recommend 😊

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Audrey

An amazing experience tucked away in the mountains! The food and service were impeccable, and the ambiance made the evening cozy and unique.

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