DINING

Bistro

Sorrento's
176 Village Shops • Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-5214
This world famous Italian bistro offers an authentic Italian menu that includes hand tossed pizza, carne, veal, eggplant, chicken, and seafood. They are open daily for lunch and dinner plus serves a Sunday Brunch.

Cafe Vivo
142 East Main Street • Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-5282
Located in the Village Shoppes of Banner Elk, Vivo is a casual European-style cafe offering an all day menu featuring gourmet Panini sandwiches, fresh and unique salads, homemade soups, 24 flavors of Italian gelato, a full Espresso bar, bakery and more. Enjoy their patio dining and Wi-Fi Internet access. map
Small Town Blues Cafe
745 Highway 184 • Banner Elk, NC 28604
High Country Square
828-898-8988
The menu at this unique cafe includes California gourmet pizzas, baby back ribs, steaks, seafood, pastas, salads, and sandwiches. A Blues Bar is also on site that features live music and offers an array of beer, wine, and cocktails. The cafe is open daily for lunch only. map

Black Diamond Bistro & Grill
502 Main Street West • Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-7555
A variety of Continental, New American, and Middle Eastern Cuisine is served at this casual dining restaurant with dishes including hardwood fired entrees, Angus beef, fresh seafood, and vegetarian dishes, all complemented by a large selection of wines. They are open nightly for dinner; reservations are suggested. map
Mountain Tavern & Grille
3990 Highway 105 • Banner Elk, NC 28604
Grandfather Center
828-898-8887
Specializing in Continental and American cuisine, this restaurant offers a full menu of steaks, fresh seafood, appetizers, pasta dishes, salads, and daily Chef specials complemented by an extensive wine list and full bar service. They are open nightly for dinner. Reservations are suggested. more...

Louisiana Purchase Food & Spirits
1192 Highway 184 • Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-5656
Known for their extensive wine list, this elegant, yet casual dining restaurant offers an array of Cajun, Creole, and French cuisine that includes jambalya, blackened fish Bourbon Street, and seafood etouffee. Live jazz music is provided on Friday and Saturday nights. They are open nightly for dinner. more... map

Kojay's Cafe
4533 Tynecastle Highway • Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-3388
An upscale, deli style restaurant that offers an array of unusual and unique sandwiches and wraps, as well as fresh salads and soups, a large variety of coffees, cappuccinos, and espressos, and tantalizing desserts and fresh homemade pastries. They are open Monday through Saturday for breakfast and lunch and open on Sunday for brunch and lunch. more...

Corner Palate, The
115 Shawneehaw Avenue • Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-8668
Casual dining restaurant that features an eclectic daily lunch and dinner menu complemented by an extensive wine list, as well as a large sushi bar every Thursday through Sunday. Catering services are available. map
Jackalope's View at Archers Inn
2489 Beech Mountain Parkway • Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-9004
Recognized as one of the best restaurants in the area, with and elegantly prepared and creative entrées feature fresh seafood, mountain trout, beef and exotic wild game while an exceptional wine list complements any occasion. more... map