Restaurants

Superb fine dining experience open seasonally (May-October). Artisanal serves contemporary American cuisine in a rustically elegant setting.

For an upscale evening, French Quarter at the Bayou offers craft cocktails, tapas-style dining and dancing to a state-of-the-art sound system.

Open for lunch and dinner, Uncle Lee's extensive menu offers Thai dishes, Asian soups, sashimi, nigiri, rice bowls, maki rolls, salads & desserts

High Country Pie Co. is Banner Elk's go-to spot for savory meat pies with buttery, flaky crusts filled with meats & fresh ingredients. Soups, too!

Town Tavern is a casual spot to enjoy a meal, hang out with friends and catch a game on TV. The downtown restaurant is a five-minute walk from ...

Nguyens Asian Grill is a hidden gem on the Banner Elk restaurant scene — an Asian fusion eatery with an extensive menu. Patrons have a wide select...

Stonewalls, known for steaks, prime rib and seafood since 1985, offers an expanded menu that blends traditional favorites and modern selections ...

Practically everything you need in one location: two restaurants (the cafe and the lodge), an espresso bar, bakery, and smoothie bar. Also features a ...

Nestled in the village shops in the heart of town, Sorrento’s is an upscale bistro known for its authentic Italian cuisine. The chefs use family recipes...

Williams Deli is a great lunchtime find in Banner Elk for sandwiches created with gourmet meats and artisan breads, plus treats from the bakery.

This farm to table restaurant in downtown Banner Elk is the creation of chef Nicole Palazzo. It features a rotating menu of seasonal local ...

Bayou Banner Elk, aka Bayou Smokehouse & Grill, offers a Texas-Louisiana inspired menu in a laid-back atmosphere. Popular items include ...

Bella's serves a variety of breakfasts, including platters, biscuits & gravy, steak-n-eggs, omelettes, pancakes & Belgian waffles. Tasty lunches, too

Louisiana Purchase (LP) on Main offers fine dining in an upscale, yet casual atmosphere on Main Street in Banner Elk. Since 1984, the restaurant has ...

Puerto Nuevo is known for its Mexican dishes, seafood entrees and vegetarian selections. All meals are prepared fresh daily with quality ingredients.

Elegant ambience, fine Italian dining and an elevated drink selection await guests at Primo in Banner Elk, where reservations are required.

This idyllic ice cream parlor in the heart of Banner Elk serves scoops with a smile. The toughest part is selecting from 20 flavors of ice cream.