Restaurants near Watauga Dam

23 restaurants available nearby

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1. Gourmet and Company

4.9

Exceptional(718)

Price: Expensive

• American • Johnson City

Booked 9 times today

A Johnson City tradition since 1989, Gourmet and Company offers a dining experience that is unique to the region. Dinner menu selections run the gamut from traditional fine dinning classics to exciting specials including exotic meats and exceedingly fresh seafood. Lunches are casual and perfect for socializing or business. We also have an indoor lounge and outdoor patio bar that are fully stocked with a wide selection of wines, fine spirits, and craft beers.

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2. Americano Steak House & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(840)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Banner Elk

Booked 10 times today

The best award-winning steakhouse in the area! Worth the drive from Banner Elk (13 miles), Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain (30 minute drive) , Johnson City or wherever you are. Americano Steak House is a local, veteran-owned restaurant featuring hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, amazing salads, 1/2 pound steak-burgers, decadent desserts and the only full liquor bar in the East Tennessee mountains will over 100 wines by the bottle and glass.We kindly ask that you do not show up early for your reservation, but simply on time. We are a small, boutique steakhouse that focuses on exceptional food and incredible service in the mountains of East Tennessee and typically cannot seat guests earlier than their reserved time.While we have always discouraged them, our policy towards no shows/same day cancelations MUST be firm. No shows and same day cancellations are the plague of the industry and we ask of you to uphold your end of this commitment as we are thrilled to provide on our end.

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3. Watauga Brewing Company

4.9

Exceptional(30)

Price: Expensive

• International • Johnson City

Watauga Brewing Company has three stories: the Brewery (first floor), Courses Restaurant (second floor), and Basque Rooftop Bar (third floor). We've got the best views of downtown Johnson City, and our brewmaster makes all our craft beers in house. For excellent service and exceptional regional European cuisine, come try our latest seasonal menu at Courses Restaurant.

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4. Vivian's Table at The Bristol Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(554)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Bristol

Booked 8 times today

Vivian’s Table delivers an approachable take on the chophouse dining experience, drawing inspiration from the culinary traditions of the Bristol community to breathe new life into the cuisine of the Appalachian region. With nearly 30 years of food and beverage experience, executive chef Jason van Marter is the architect behind the menu at Vivian’s Table. Chef Jason uses his southern, coastal, and Hawaiian cuisine expertise to enliven Vivian’s classic recipes with innovative twists that delight the senses and level up the local culinary scene. He is constantly developing expertly crafted seasonal specials made with local ingredients to bring something new – and delicious – to the table. His unique bites pair perfectly with Vivian’s extensive menu of wine and cocktails for a special occasion or a simple night out.

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5. The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

4.7

Exceptional(825)

Price: Moderate

• American • Blowing Rock

Booked 43 times today

In the 1950s, The Speckled Trout was a place to stop and fill up your gas tank. Now, you can fill up on fresh mountain trout, soup beans, and hoecakes and wash it down with local farm beer or fresh rosé. We explore the roots of Appalachian food and beverage culture and re-create it in our kitchen by preserving and reviving ingredients of our local heritage.Join us at The Speckled Trout for a taste of locally sourced regional fare by Chef Michael Foreman and warm hospitality that will keep y'all coming back!

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6. Hickory, at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards

4.7

Exceptional(334)

Price: Expensive

• American • Bristol

Booked 5 times today

Hickory at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards is the signature restaurant from acclaimed Chef Travis Milton, offering the finest dining in the region. The menu is inspired by his Appalachian heritage, culture, and traditions and uses locally sourced produce to create the freshest and most unique flavors your tastebuds have ever experienced. Located on the ground floor of The Inn, a boutique luxury property with 28 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the rolling hills, lake, and vineyards, whether sitting at the vast bar enjoying a craft cocktail, in the private dining room for that special evening, being awed at the Chef’s Table, or being treated to a wine tasting in our wine cellar that boasts a 1700 bottle curated wine collection, including Nicewonder Vineyards’ own award-winning wines. From the breakfast meeting to start the day, midday snacks, or celebrating a special occasion for dinner, the Hickory team will make your experience unforgettable.

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7. Reid's Cafe and Catering

4.9

Exceptional(614)

Price: Expensive

• American • Banner Elk

Booked 5 times today

Reid’s Cafe is located in beautiful Sugar Mountain, NC. We love the intentional, the specific, and the well-cared-for. We work closely with our local farms and purveyors to curate fresh, seasonal menus that feature regionally sourced meats, a rotation of fresh oysters and select seafood. All of our breads, pastas, and pastries are prepared in-house daily. Our Bar offers local beers, seasonal craft cocktails, and a well chosen wine selection. We are currently operating under all Covid-19 restrictions and following all CDC and local guidelines. The health and safety of our guests and our staff is our #1 priority. Outdoor reservations are by phone only. We look forward to seeing you.

8. Rio de Brazil

4.5

Awesome(230)

Price: Very Expensive

• Brazilian • Johnson City

Booked 8 times today

Rio De Brazil is a unique, all you can eat “Churrascaria” featuring a full salad bar with over 35 items, Brazilian hot dishes and a “parade” of different types of meats sliced at your table by our Gauchos.Along with a full bar, we have a beautiful walk-in wine cellar with a fine selection of wines from Argentina, Chile, California and of course, our famous Caiphirinha cocktail.

9. The Gamekeeper

4.9

Exceptional(3421)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Boone

Booked 9 times today

You haven't fully experienced the Blowing Rock, NC region until you've dined at The Gamekeeper. It's a true gourmet restaurant with an engaging blend of upscale elegance and mountain charm. Famous for an evolving menu that blends the traditional with the exotic, The Gamekeeper features a selection of perfectly prepared game plus a range of continental and American entrees. Acclaimed chef and owner Ken Gordon brings tremendous warmth and skill to the table treating you more as friends than guests. You'll experience a meal to remember that includes fine wines, decadent desserts, and a generous serving of personal attention. You'll leave happy and impressed with a desire to return soon!

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10. The Restaurant at the Embers

4.6

Exceptional(160)

Price: Expensive

• American • Blowing Rock

Booked 13 times today

An unforgettable dining experience in the Embers Hotel.

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Anita
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We made a reservation to celebrate our anniversary, and we enjoyed a perfect meal for the occasion. We were seated promptly, and our server was cheerful and attentive. I ordered shrimp and grits while my husband had chicken cordon bleu—both excellent meals! Our first time at Vivian’s Table—we’ll be back!
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Vivian's Table at The Bristol HotelPrice: Expensive• Steak• Bristol
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4.8
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Vickie
Asheville / Western North Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Victor provided amazing service. The food was absolutely phenomenal, as usual. I was happy to celebrate my birthday for a second night at the Americano. I was just there a couple nights prior to celebrating with a different group of people. This place is really a gem!
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Americano Steak House & Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Steak• Banner Elk
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4.8
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Vikki
East Tennessee •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As always, Gourmet and Company was outstanding! The food is always delicious, the wait staff very attentive and efficient. Portions are so generous that we always have leftovers! Great place to dine!!
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Gourmet and CompanyPrice: Expensive• American• Johnson City
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4.9
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Morgan
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great anniversary dinner! Excellent food and drinks with a chill environment
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The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle ShopPrice: Moderate• American• Blowing Rock
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4.7
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Nicole
Greater Boston •31 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 6, 2024
Very good food and drinks, but a little pricey. I will not deny however the food was really really good. We had a pasta dish and 2 steaks cooked perfectly
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Watauga Brewing CompanyPrice: Expensive• International• Johnson City
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4.9

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Gourmet and Company

2. Americano Steak House & Wine Bar

3. Watauga Brewing Company

4. Vivian's Table at The Bristol Hotel

5. The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop

6. Hickory, at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards

7. Reid's Cafe and Catering

8. Rio de Brazil

9. The Gamekeeper

10. The Restaurant at the Embers

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