Dean's Guidebook
Food scene
Bella's
3585 Tynecastle HwyBest Chicken and Waffles, but only on Sundays!
Best restaurant to please everyone, they have a huge menu. There is also a nice bar, as well as a coffee and dessert shop. Plenty of seating inside and a nice patio in the back during the warmer months.
191 locals recommend
Banner Elk Cafe & Tavern
324 Shawneehaw Ave SBest restaurant to please everyone, they have a huge menu. There is also a nice bar, as well as a coffee and dessert shop. Plenty of seating inside and a nice patio in the back during the warmer months.
Stonewalls Restaurant
344 Shawneehaw Ave SA very nice steakhouse for a nice evening out.
Wineries
One of three wineries close by, there is usually live music on the weekends.
189 locals recommend
Banner Elk Winery & Villa
60 Deer RunOne of three wineries close by, there is usually live music on the weekends.
One of three wineries close by, this one is a favorite for the scenery surrounding it, as well as some of the best wine. You can even buy a Christmas tree here in the Fall.
184 locals recommend
Linville Falls Winery
9557 Linville Falls HwyOne of three wineries close by, this one is a favorite for the scenery surrounding it, as well as some of the best wine. You can even buy a Christmas tree here in the Fall.
One of three wineries close by, this one is great for sitting by the river while enjoying a glass or two.
245 locals recommend
Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
225 Vineyard LaneOne of three wineries close by, this one is great for sitting by the river while enjoying a glass or two.