Old Hampton Store Barbecue

This historic 1920 General Store is now a popular restaurant, tavern and music venue. Located in Linville, about 5 miles from Sugar Mountain, the menu includes hickory smoked bbq and chicken with Southern sides, salads and more. Find seating inside, on the front porch and at picnic tables underneath the trees. Their tavern has “farm-to-bar” Read More

Sugar Cream Ice Cream Parlor

Treat yourself to soft served and 20 flavors of hand dipped ice cream – with sundaes, milkshakes, banana splits, cyclones and more! Located near the main entrance to Sugar Mountain. Open May through mid October. For more, go to their Facebook page.3390 Tynecastle Hwy, Banner Elk, NC 28604(828) 898-9746

Cam Ranh Bay

This authentic Vietnamese and Japanese restaurant is locally owned by Vietnam natives. They cook with fresh herbs and meats with healthy and creative dishes such as soups, spring rolls, hibachi and teriyaki favorites, noodles, sushi and much more. Great for takeout too. For more info, go to their website.110 High Country Sq, Banner Elk 828-898-4121

LP on Main

Every effort is made to keep ingredients seasonally relevant and enjoyed at their peak – prepared fresh daily in house and made to order; sourced from Trosley Farms, Charlotte’s Greenhouse, Springhouse Farms and Heritage Farms to name a few. Offering a full bar with craft cocktails and fourteen wines by the glass. Reservations highly recommended. For Read More

Caddyshack Cafe

Located inside the Sugar Mountain Golf Pro Shop, Caddyshack Cafe is open every day, 9 AM-6PM, during golf and tennis season (May through October). You don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy the delicious food and the deck with fantastic views of the mountains. Menu including a big variety of sandwiches, snacks, salads, breakfast Read More

Provisions on Sugar

This favorite stop for both locals and tourists has something for everyone! Keely has a wide selection of locally, NC, and American made gifts, decor, natural health & wellness and unique food products (Moonshine Pickles are a fave!). While you’re there, enjoy one of 50 delicious snow cone flavors. Make it a Unicone (unicorn snow Read More