20 Best American Restaurants in Waynesville

“A Gastronomic Delight

From the moment the first bite hit my palate, I knew I was in for something special. Every item on my plate was nothing short of fantastic—flawlessly prepared, perfectly balanced, and thoughtfully presented. The flavor profiles were bold yet refined, executed with a clear sense of culinary skill and creativity.

It’s rare to find a meal where each element complements the next so seamlessly. Whether it was the richness of the sauce, the crispness of the garnish, or the surprising layers of spice and texture, everything came together in a way that felt both sophisticated and deeply satisfying.

And the best part? The price. Frankly, it could have been significantly higher and still felt like a bargain considering the quality of the food and the overall experience.

If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience, this spot is a must. I’ll definitely be back.“

“Very relaxed beach burger stand vibes that delivers not just on taste, but on quality as well. One of the best burgers I've had in WNC and I've had a lot of them. Get a shaved ice after to really drive home the nostalgic summer feel. Thanks for the great lunch Gigis!“

“Amazing staff, amazing food, it’s always a great time!“

“Terrific experience at Chef’s Table this evening. My wife and I did not have a reservation and actually left to go elsewhere when the waiter came out to get us and asked that we be patient for just a few minutes… we were and I’m glad we stayed.
I had the cheese salad and the ribeye and my wife had artichoke with mushroom ravioli…WOW. All the food was great including the wine. The waiter was very attentive and gave us good recommendations. Even the bread and butter were very good. We plan on returning often.“

“The food is wonderful! Highly recommend!“

“All of their food is excellent! My favorites are cheeseburgers, hotdogs and biscuits and gravy! They have a high sanitary grade even though they are in a food truck. The only drawback is they have only outside seating and close at 2:00 pm..“

“Very delicious food. and a lot of it. .nice variety.. Quick service...Friendly staff..clean. ...Highly recommend dining with Waylon and Honeys. ..anytime.....“

“Stopped in Lake Junaluska on our trip back home to TX. We stopped here to eat and I have to say the Southwestern Quesadillas with shrimp were amazing! So delicious, and my husband loved his thin crust pizza. Great food and service 🤗“

“Rustic luxury in a beautiful setting. Friendly and attentive staff, a great bar, and an outstanding kitchen!“

“My fiancé and I dinned in tonight with our 4 month old son for Valentine’s Day! The food was absolutely out of this world! Steak was cooked perfectly, the potatoes were literally to die for, the asparagus was crunchy and fresh, and our crab cake🤤🤤🤤 everything was so perfect and the atmosphere was perfect. You could taste the love that’s made into the food! We felt so welcomed with our baby, it was our first real big dinner since he’s been born! Mama had to eat!🍴🥩 We love Fuego! Our server Maddie (I believe that was her name), was also fantastic! Checked in with us and made sure everything was perfect! If you’re wondering if you should try Fuego…answer is, YES! The owners David and Leah are so dedicated to their work and to show their love for every single customer, it’s all a big family and you can feel it the second you walk in!❤️“

“Awesome food and awesome staff.“

“I absolutely love when a place catches me by surprise—in the best way possible. I walked into Ammons with no expectations, and they completely blew me away. The prime rib? Hands down the best I’ve had in a long time—tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. And the salad bar (who knew, a salad bar!) was fresh, well-stocked, and actually impressive. This place is a hidden gem. I’ll definitely be back!“

“Our favorite local sub shop!!!! We eat here almost every week and sometimes multiple times a week. The staff is always amazing and super friendly. Highly recommend. The gluten free bread is fantastic.“

“Absolutely the best wings in the area. Fantastic, friendly atmosphere and the staff is outstanding! 10 out of 10!“

“Delicious breakfast! Will definitely be back“

“🌹 best i have had in years, service was outstanding and the food was perfect!“

“Had lunch here yesterday and we were very pleased from the minute we walked in. Friendly staff, very clean restaurant service was fast waitress was very friendly and polite and answered the questions we had about the different food items. Sorry I don’t remember her name but she was terrific! If in the area again we will be back!“

“We went for dinner and to watch football. Great place. Staff is so friendly and attentive. Food is really good. The pub has a separate entrance but is basically in same building as Bocelli's - owned by same person. Restrooms were very clean. Parking is a little tough at times, small parking lot but if you're used to downtown Waynesville, you understand the parking“

“Visited The Red Fox – A Must-Visit Gem in South GA! Highly recommend! The staff was super friendly, the food was absolutely amazing, and the drinks were top-notch. Don’t even get me started on the dessert – pure perfection.“

“So to be fully honest this particular Waffle house has a cook named Daniel that is actually amazing. When he is there the food is so good. The posted pictures are of his perfectly cooked fluffy omelettes. So the five stars for food is all his doing. He is a super sweet gentleman who works on Sunday thru Wednesday late nights. We have stopped going other nights because every time he is not there the food is not ok. There was one night we went in and a young tall guy told us they were only doing to go orders so we were about to leave. The cook apparently was just coming in for his shift and said I don't know why he said that come on in I will take care of you guys. He served us and cooked our food and it was a perfect experience. So for this store it all depends on who is working if everything will be ok or not. That same young male server I have personally watched him be so rude several times to different customers. I don't even accept him as a server.“