12 Best American Restaurants near Townsend

“Everything we tasted was sheer deliciousness! Rachel (our server) was so friendly and helpful with drink and food choices. Looking forward to a future visit! P.S- get the Salted Watermelon Sour cocktail! 🍉🤤“

“Would highly recommend Dancing Bear Lodge the staff is absolutely amazing we had car troubles and the staff was absolutely awesome and helped us tremendously. Would recommend them for anything if they help as much as they did for us today I can’t imagine how much they would help there customers!!!“

“We had a beautiful anniversary dinner at The Barn during our stay at BlackBerry Farm. The four course, farm to table menu had so many delectable choices. We ended up with a spread of lamb, NC trout, and a myriad of gorgeous vegetables and tantalizing sauces. The service was attentive without being overbearing and the modern barn decor had great ambiance. This was a one of kind special meal that we won’t forget!“

“We always enjoy eating breakfast (and sometimes dinner) here during vacation! The staff is friendly, service is fast, and the food is delicious!!“

“We came here on a whim because the reviews for their wings was amazing. We got pizza and wings and oh my word with everything absolutely divine! Even went and got ice cream from next-door the next day. Highly recommend!!!“

“First time visiting this venue for the Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival, and it was nice! The event was well staffed: everyone was friendly, helpful, and worked efficiently. The grounds were clean and well maintained.

We purchased our tickets online before noon the same day, which helped us save a few dollars on top of also using the lot across the street for parking. We didn’t purchase balloon ride tickets, but they seemed very popular. If that’s on your list, I’d recommend buying in advance because the lines were very long.

There were plenty of other activities for children, plus lots of local vendors with handmade items. We especially enjoyed trying some local beers and the fried twisted potatoes; absolutely delicious!

Overall, a well-run event and a great time.“

“We’ve always had great service here & good food!“

“Family of 4 and not a bad meal. The brisket was awesome. Had our son eating food he normally doesn’t like. Definitely will be back“

“We came to celebrate my mom’s 70th birthday, and every single moment of our stay was exemplary. As someone who has worked in the service industry for over 15 years and has had the privilege of visiting top hotels and resorts around the world, I can confidently say this experience left me completely in awe. From the moment we arrived, the service and hospitality were absolutely top-tier. Sophie and Holly greeted us with warmth and professionalism and continued to be incredibly helpful throughout our stay. Their attention to detail and genuine kindness made all the difference. Our driver, Noah, was a standout as well. We were so impressed by how much he knew about the area, especially considering he’s relatively new—his passion and knowledge added such a thoughtful layer to our experience. Kathleen, who led our horseback riding excursion, deserves a special shoutout—12/10! Not only was she hilarious and personable, but her stories and historical knowledge of the farm and the Beall family were fascinating. It’s clear she deeply cares about the animals and the entire riding program, and the way she spoke about the family made it clear the staff are genuinely valued. The spa was a dream. When our riding ran a bit long, the staff kindly adjusted my appointment times so I didn’t feel rushed. The massage and facial were just what I needed, and the spa design—natural woods, calming blues—was straight out of a design magazine. Pure tranquility. Bridget at the pool was so helpful in making sure we didn’t miss out on any must-do activities, which made planning so much easier. And Liam went above and beyond—effortlessly adjusting our plans last minute, organizing a perfect box lunch, and even slipping in a few of the famous lemon cookies (which were a hit!). Lastly, Winston and Cole guided us on a fly fishing adventure we’ll never forget. With a perfect mix of instruction and humor, they had us casting like pros in no time—and catching fish with huge smiles on our faces. Every person we encountered made our stay feel personalized and special. We left relaxed, full of stories, and already dreaming of our return. BlackBerry Mountain, thank you for the endless memories- we cannot wait to come back.“

“The food is astounding!!! Nice people!!! Definitely coming back!!“

“We loved our breakfast! Highly recommend the breakfast buffet on the weekends. We had to wait longer than they said it would be but it was worth it! I didn’t catch our waitress’ name but she was very hardworking!“

“Their food is consistently outstanding!! Never a bad meal and great folks here! Beautiful Mountain View’s on their covered outdoor seating wrap around deck!“