Asian fusion restaurant with Japanese, Chinese and Vietnamese favorites, including sushi, hibachi and pho. Across the road from Lowe’s Home Improvement. 2015 Tynecastle Highway, Ste B, Banner Elk. 828-783-9311. Go to their website.
Author: Mark File
Ham Shop Deli & Bakery
Features a wide variety of sandwiches such as the Banner Elk Scorcher, The Mountain Cuban, and The Southerner – as well as fresh baked desserts and biscuits. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday-Saturday. Read more on their Facebook page. Address: 32 High Country Square, Banner Elk Phone: 828-898-2300
Caddyshack Cafe Menu
Located inside the Sugar Mountain Golf Pro Shop, Caddyshack Cafe is open every day, 9 AM-7 PM, 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. They host Grillin and Chillin each summer with live Read More
Broadway Musicals at Lees-McRae Summer Theatre
Enjoy professional musical theatre just a few miles from Sugar Mountain! For more than three decades, Lees-McRae Summer Theatre has been providing high quality, professional theatre. Referred to as the “Gem of the High Country,” the company produces a variety of theatre, but specializes in musicals—Golden Age classics to the newest Broadway hits, and even Read More
Dive-In Swimming Pool
The Dive-In public swimming pool and water park opened in 2019 as part of Avery County Parks & Recreation. It’s located in our county seat of Newland, about 9 miles from Sugar Mountain. The $3 million heated pool complex features locker rooms, family restroom, accessible zero entry, two slides, spray fountains and diving board. It Read More
Luna Thai Sushi
A passionate team of native Thai chefs bring years of experience in Thai, Sushi and Asian Foods. Located in the Grandfather Center at the stoplight at NC Highway 105. 3990 NC-105, Banner Elk, NC 28604. Go to their website.
Banner Elk Stables Horseback Riding
Take the entire family horseback riding with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy nature’s beauty and wildlife year round during a one-hour guided trip. They have a large stable of horses, so they will pick out the perfect one for you – even if this is your first time on a horse. These horseback Read More
Be Scooped Ice Cream
Treat yourself to 16 flavors of hand dipped, homemade ice-cream, fresh waffle cones and milkshakes. Located in downtown Banner Elk, on the backside of Sorrento’s and The Bayou restaurants. For more info. go to their Facebook page. Address: 144 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk
High Country UTV Tours
Head out with Off the Grid Mountain Adventures in your own three-seater UTV (Utility Terrain Vehicle) to explore rugged mountain terrain. No experience needed! They go in all weather conditions – including rain and snow for extra fun. Make advance reservations. Located about 11 miles from Sugar Mountain. For more, go to their website. 4393 Read More
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