Restaurants in Cherokee

“I have been told that this is the spot to visit for some good breakfast. I am glad I took the advice and stoped here with my family on the way home from TN. It was the butt crack of dawn and the sun was just coming up when we pulled into the parking lot. We were greeted by an amazing waitress by the name
Oh Shelia. She was sassy, made us laugh, and was super attentive to us and our request. The food was delicious, fair priced, and came out fast. All round a great experience! We will definitely be back next time we are in the mountains!”

“My wife and I had lunch at All Fried Up this past Saturday and really enjoyed it. The food was very good, and the service was great. This is a great concept for a restaurant.”

“We visited your Cherokee location today. The food and drinks were amazing. We had Monte Cristo with homemade chips and the best club sandwich I have ever had. The Staff were so friendly and attentive. Thank you for a wonderful experience. :0)”

“Wonderful grits and biscuits ❤️”

“Best FRESH Burger and O-Rings in Cherokee!”

“We were driving home from Pigeon Forge and stopped in for lunch. It was delicious! The burgers were made fresh and the FF were hand cut! My teenage grandsons are hard to please and they were raving about both the burgers and the fries. They said they wish we had a Freshburger in Augusta and that their burger was better then the one we had while in Gatlinburg at one of the popular hamburger restaurants. The staff was very friendly and professional and my granddaughter loved watching the ducks on the river. We highly recommend!”

“Only comment we had was the fact we ordered a filet medium and we and the waitress said pink throughout but there was just a very little pink in the very center. Filet was still very tender but overcooked .”

“We stopped in for lunch and very much enjoyed our sandwiches. The Philly cheese steak and BBQ chicken sandwich (which was more like a panini) were delicious and we highly recommend them! We also enjoyed the “white trash” snack mix we took home for a treat to enjoy later. We will definitely stop by again when we are in town.”

“There were six of us! Three had the buffet which they really enjoyed! The other three had the eggs Benedict which were delicious! Staff at Selu are always very nice and happy!”

“The best authentic Mexican food we have had in the USA”

“This place is amazing! In my whole life I've never gotten such large, wonderful servings. I've been to sushi bars all over the world and I even worked at one for 4 years. So I know what I'm talking about.

On the volcano roll, usually you would get tiny minced up bay scallops and instead there is huge sea scallops and shrimp. It's amazing! Totally unexpected. The scallops are bigger than the roll in diameter. So cool!! 🤩

The Philly roll has huge pieces of smoked salmon. Possibly even smoked locally, it has a beautiful color like a pink sapphire. I couldn't be happier. I wish we had one of these where I lived. I would order from here exclusively.

This puts the sushi at the casino to shame!

Do yourself a favor and get a few rolls from this place and you will not be disappointed.

10 Stars!
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This really made my day. This was great.”

“No food but there is food nearby before 9pm. A Locals bar above everything. If you want good pool tables to play on as of 2025, this is the best place out of Bryson City and Cherokee but the space is tight and many guests won't move nor should they. Otherwise Franklin,NC has the best pool tables. It's logistically a tight space for a pool hall. Don't come on Friday or Saturday to play serious pool. Come to have fun! The staff will even play on their breaks! The biggest complaints I have are they won't give non alcoholic guests a different type cup since it's out of the fountain and everyone leaves their cups everywhere inside and outside on the patio. So bring your own NA beverage or put your initials on your cup if you don't want someone reusing your drink OR if you don't want to accidentally take a sip of someone else's.”

“Hunt Brothers Pizza is a great pizza for anybody searching for really good tasting food the employees are always very respectful their Pizza is also never undercooked or overcooked it is always just right with a perfect amount of toppings”

“The food was delicious. The service was for the most part good, but some of our order was missing. After waiting for her to come back I finally had to get up and hunt down our server, who was standing behind a partition talking with other employees. But she was apologetic and brought out the rest of our order very quickly. The food is a bit pricey but you get plenty of it. I loved the mozzarella cheese sticks, grilled chicken sandwich, and sweet potato fries. I ordered way too much, but it was just as good reheated the next day. We’ll be back.”

“We absolutely loved every coffee we tried, this will definitely be a go to for coffee when in Cherokee every trip! Service, price, and quality spot on.”

“Bright and colorful, just how you would imagine an ice cream shop! We go a funnel came with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Serving size was plentiful for 2 to share! Clean inside and employee was friendly!”

“Sugar bears has the best ice cream and espresso. The owners are so kind and wonderful people! A must stop during your visit in Cherokee.”

“I got a Banana split you get to choose any 3 flavors and what you want on it Probably the best i’ve ever had. atmosphere is pretty awkward when ordering but once you get past that it’s great!”

“The room was large and beautiful .everything felt very professionally done..beds were great..staff was very helpful and ..I'll be back again for sure...there is a lot of things to do right here on the property from spa to comedy shows..enjoy!”

“I swear I think that was the BEST cup of coffee I've ever had!!! It was rich and smooth! I can't wait to go back to Cherokee, so I go by there to get a cup of coffee.☕️💜”

“Not only is the food outta this world, the staff is wonderful. I forgot my pocketbook in there and they found it and kept it for me. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.”

“Great little breakfast spot with a super friendly staff. Definitely not fancy but
reminds me of my grandmother's kitchen in the 70's-80's. Breakfast on the buffet is hot and fresh. It's a plus that it's walking distance to Harrah's Cherokee.”

“I recommend just going! Period! You’re not going to have a bad meal regardless of your order. I have been visiting this specific restaurant for 4 years and I’ve never had a bad meal. Me personally, I love the entire menu and have a hard time choosing what to order each visit. My most recent visit was for my birthday July 2024 and I cannot thank the manager, John enough for such great hospitality and for making sure every detail of my birthday dinner was at its finest. My waiter was Edwardo and his charismatic temperament made for an enjoyable evening. Service was impeccable and the food was simply a masterpiece. I will forever give Brio of Cherokee five stars.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Gordon Ramsay's Pub absolutely exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere struck the perfect balance between upscale and relaxed — you truly feel comfortable whether you're dressed in sequins or a tee shirt. It's that rare spot that feels special without feeling stuffy. The food was phenomenal. The Beef Wellington was cooked to perfection — tender, flavorful, and beautifully balanced with its rich, savory layers. Every bite was indulgent in the best way. The nachos were equally impressive, piled high with fresh toppings and packed with bold, satisfying flavor. And the crème brûlée was the perfect finale — silky smooth custard with that flawless caramelized crack on top. Absolutely delicious. Beyond the incredible food, the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly. Ayu made us feel welcome and well cared for throughout the entire meal. The restaurant is also fully wheelchair accessible, which makes it an inclusive and thoughtful choice for families and groups of all kinds. Overall, Gordon Ramsay's Pub delivers an ideal dining experience — amazing flavor, inviting atmosphere, excellent service, and a perfect casual family-friendly vibe. We'll absolutely be back.”