Bryson City's area restaurants
offer something for every taste

For a small town, Bryson City has quite a variety of restaurant choices — from southern home cooking and hickory-smoked barbeque — to gourmet meals, or ethnic foods like Italian, Mexican or Chinese. All are listed below.

There are Nantahala Gorge restaurants where you can watch whitewater rafting riverside, or have a quick lunch before trying your own hand at rafting.

You'll find Bryson City restaurants that serve family style, buffet-style, or in an intimate and romantic setting. You can dine indoors by candlelight or at a sidewalk café, or just pop into one of our fast food restaurants. We've even got an old-fashioned family run drive-in.

After dinner, you may find specialty coffees or after dinner drinks to go with a wide variety of desserts. Or just enjoy an ice cream at the soda shop. And if you're planning a group event, some Bryson City restaurants cater or have banquet facilities for weddings, receptions, and meetings.

Our Smoky Mountain restaurants are one hour west of Asheville, just three hours from Atlanta and Charlotte, and two hours from Greenville, Knoxville and Chattanooga.

For a printed list of restaurants, click here for a downloadable PDF.

The Hidden Gem Cafe
24 Iotla Street, Franklin, NC 28734 828-369-0575 Contact: Jamee Pelcher
Franklin's award-winning cafe, located downtown behind the Courthouse, across from the gazebo. Originally known as "The Chef & His Wife", we offer casual dining in a comfortable rustic atmosphere. Lunch and dinner service, wine and beer list. Open year round. Please visit our Website for more info and menus.

River's End Restaurant
Highway 19/74 West, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-2176 Contact: at Nantahala Outdoor Center
River's End is NOC's original restaurant right on the banks of the Nantahala River. Serving up some ot the tastiest food in the western Carolinas. Homemade soups, breads, and famous chili to signature sandwishes, burgers and desserts.

The Station Restaurant
225 D Everett St., PO Box 2104, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-1532 Contact: Michael Newkirk
Located in the renovated Bryson City Coal & Lumber Building, circa 1932, across from the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot. Specializing in rotisserie cooked meats, homemade desserts, full bar and excellent service. You'll be sure to fall in love with this quaint restaurant. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. 8 am-10 pm. 828-488-1532

Bar-B-Que Wagon
610 Main St. / PO Box 755, Bryson City, NC 28173 828-488-9521
Open Tuesday through Saturday 11am-8 pm. April 1 through November 1. Open extra days during July and color season. Hickory smoked pit BBQ made on the premises.

Choo Choo Coffee & Trading Co.
96 Greenlee Street Bryson City, NC 828-488-4959 or 877-488-4959
Freshly roasted coffee, roasted in the store, full espresso bar. Numerous North Carolina made accessories and home accents. Great selection of unique gifts.

Pasqualino's Italian Restaurant
25 Everett Street, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-9555 Fax: 828-488-9557
Classic Italian cuisine in the center of beautiful Bryson City.

Relia's Garden Restaurant
13077 Highway 19 West Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-2175 or 800-232-7238
Overlooking a garden of flowers and fresh herbs, Relia's Garden Restaurant offers an unforgettable mountain dining experience. Enjoy fine dining on the deck with inspiring mountain views and the rushing sounds of the Nantahala River in the background. Join us for live music at the Tote & Tarry , upstairs at Relia's Garden.

Anthony's Italian Restaurant
103 Depot Street, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-8898
Located on Depot Street, next to the train. Authentic hand tossed pizza, homemade dinners, subs and salads.

Subway/TCBY
15 Highway 19 South, Bryson City, NC 29713 828-488-1227 Fax: 828-488-1446
Subs & salads. TCBY treats, ice cream, frozen yogurt. Open all year seven days a week.

Brushy Mtn. Smokehouse & Creamery
664 Casino Trail, Cherokee, NC 828-497-7675 Contact: Ken Burke, GM
Specialty family restaurant focusing on smoked meats, award winning pork barbecue, smoked chicken and St. Louis ribs served buffet style with handcrafted premium ice cream made on site.

Jimmy Mac's
121 Main Street Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-4700 Contact: Jimmy McNorrill Jr.
Offering both lunch and dinner in a casual and inviting atmosphere on Main Street, Jimmy Mac's features a full menu including soups,salads, appetizers,burgers,steak, seafood and more.

Fontana Village Resort
Highway 28 North PO Box 68, Fontana Dam, NC 28733 828-498-2211 or 800-849-2258
Mountview Bistro Restaurant offers fresh cut steaks, local vegetables, fruit and fish. Open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, 7 days per week. Special menus are offered on holidays. We also do special Banquets and Catering for any occasion. Reservations are recommended for Mountview Bistro. 800-849-2258, extension 188. The Wildwood Grill is also open during the summer offering sandwiches, pizza, drinks, salads, hamburgers, etc.

Everett Street Diner
126 Everett Street, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-0123 Contact: Charlene Fischer, Gina Fowler
A traditional style breakfast and lunch as well as a variety of sandwiches, homemade soups, salads, and desserts that will satisfy the taste of any patron. Hours of operation: Tuesday-Saturday 7-2, Sunday 8-2 breakfast served all day, Closed Monday

West Carolina Internet Cafe
475 Haywood Road Dillsboro,NC 28725 828-586-5700 Contact: Teresa Dowd
Espresso bar/business center - prepared foods, Computer access, print, copy or fax.

Mountain Perks Espresso Bar & Cafe
9 Depot Street, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-9561 Contact: Pamela Pulley
Located directly across from the train depot, Mountain Perks specializes in custom roasted coffee and espresso drinks, smoothies, freezes and master blended teas. Mountain Perks has a great selection of gourmet wraps, salads, quiche, vegetarian dishes and soup. Also featured are handmade bagels and tasty cream cheeses, muffins, baked goods and bagel or croissant sandwiches. Free wireless Internet access. Eat in or carry out. Delivery service available.

Fryemont Inn
245 Fryemont Street, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-2159 or 800-845-4879 Contact: Fryemont Inn for Reservations
On the National Register of Historic Places, the dining room is open for breakfast and dinner - mid-April through Thanksgiving weekend. Hearty mountain breakfasts are cooked to order and delicious 4 course dinners including trout dishes, savory lamb shanks and blackened prime rib, as well as a vegetarian entree. The fireside dining room has an adjacent cozy bar with a billiard table. Full service cocktail menu and wine list.

Thirteen Moons
Hwy. 19/74, Bryson City 28713 828-488-2826 or 800-438-1507
A delicious eclectic menu. Holiday feasts, weekend brunches, daily breakfast & dinner. Weddings, reunions & conferences catered. Select win pairings. Open seasonally.

Yummi Yummi Chinese Buffet
33 Rector street, Bryson City, NC 28173 828-488-1240 Contact: Cai Chen
Open 7 days a week. Lunch and dinner buffet daily, with over 30 different items. Seafood dinner buffet Friday & Saturday. Beer & wine served.

The Filling Station Deli & Sub Shop
145 Everett Street Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-1919 Fax: 828-488-0603 Contact: Barry and Helene Tetrault
Bryson City Chili Cook-off professional division winner, offers sandwiches all prepared with the freshest of meats, cheese and fresh baked breads. Don't forget our gourmet salads, tempting soups, wonderful desserts and our famous Cuban sandwich. Also, call and check our daily special which is sure to tame your hunger any day. Feel free to stop by Monday-Saturday and grab yourself a great lunch to go.

The Persimmon Grille
1300 Conleys Creek Road, Whittier, NC 828-497-7622
Relaxed casual dining located at Smoky Mountain Country Club. Whether inside or on the patio overlooking the 18th hole. Watch your favorite sporting events on the multiple big screen televisions. The Persimmon Grille is the favorite gathering spot following your round of golf or the day’s activities.

Bojangles Famous Chicken & Biscuits
65 Veterans Blvd, Bryson City, NC 828-488-0861 Fax: 828-488-0109

Hemlock Inn
PO Box 2350, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-2885
Features home cooking from mid-April through October and on weekends in November through mid-December. Reservations are required.

Dillsboro Chocolate Factory
PO Box 391 Dillsboro, NC 28725 Church Street 828-631-0156 or 828-736-7584 Fax: 828-631-0156 Contact: Todd Sessoms
The Dillsboro Chocolate Factory features Custom Made Chocolates, Old-Fashioned Candy, Chocolate Gifts, Truffles, Jelly Belly Jelly Beans,Gift Baskets and more to satisfy any sweet tooth or craving. We also offer a full line espresso bar for the coffee lover, with many styles and flavors of gourmet coffees and teas to choose from.Open year round. Wireless Internet access.

Na-ber's Drive In
1245 Main Street, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-2877
Curb service under cover. Open all year.

The Iron Skillet
165 Everett Street Bryson City, NC 828-488-4766 Contact: Lory Ann White
Featuring breakfast, burgers, ribeyes, chicken phillys, baked potatoes, fries, onion rings, fish, shrimp, clams, hot dogs, chicken tenders, specialty salads, full salad bar & daily specials. Desserts include cobblers, brownie sundaes, cheesecakes, peanut butter pie, ice cream and more. All meals under $15. Kids menu available.

The Chestnut Tree Restaurant
Holiday Inn Cherokee 37 Tsalagi Road Cherokee, NC 28713 828-497-9181
A popular dining spot for the local community featuring southern American favorites for breakfast and dinner in a friendly atmosphere. We offer spectacular holiday buffets and weekend specialty buffets throughout the year. For those who wish to enjoy a cocktail with their meals, brown bagging is permitted. Private rooms are available for special events. Open 7am-11am and 5pm -9pm. Serving Brunch 11am - 2pm on Sundays.

Slow Joe's Cafe
US 19/74 West, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-2176 Contact: at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Slow Joe's is the place to grab a quick bite while enjoying the action at the Nantahala's busiest rafting take-out. Hot dogs, BBQ, chips, ice cream, and tasty sandwiches and salads.

Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant
236 Hwy 19 South, Bryson City, NC 28713 828-488-1336
Mexican food. Open daily all year for lunch and dinner. 11am-2:30 pm lunch and 5 pm-10 pm for dinner.

Soda Pops
141 Everett Street Bryson City, NC 828-488-5379 Contact: Wanda & Paul Crawley
Soda Pop's, established in 2000 as a family business, Bryson City's only '40's and '50's old fashion Soda Fountain located in the heart of Bryson City, NC. Specializing in Coca-Cola memorabilia. Our setting will take you and you kids back in time!