Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Cherokee

As the name suggests, Granny's Kitchen is a Southern style restaurant that serves delectable food that will remind you of days gone by and will comfort you in the same way that classic home made food does. Walk into this family owned restaurant to enjoy country cooking and hospitality. The buffet is wholesome and delicious. Think of Granny's Kitchen for catering services that provide for groups between 20 and 2000; from a simple group picnic to large corporate luncheons. Call ahead for seasonal timings.

Eat like you would at home at the Hemlock Inn Restaurant, located within the Hemlock Inn at Bryson City. You can choose between breakfast or dinner as they don't serve any other meal in between. You dine at large wooden tables fitted with a revolving center, to make serving a less tedious task. Most of the vegetables used are freshly picked from the country and many indigenous ingredients like country ham or local honey are used. They accept reservations, so do book in advance. Call ahead for timings.

Located right in the center of the town, the Mountain Perks Espresso Bar & Cafe makes for a warm and cozy escape in Bryson City. Run by Jeff and Pam Pulley's family, the place attracts several locals and tourists with its delicious fare and hot brews. They have a wide range of coffees to select from apart from snacks, soups and salads. If you are tired from all the sports and outdoor activities, try their energizing raspberry bars or fresh fruit slices. If chocolate is your kind of taste nothing would match upto their Triple Chocolate Brownie. The owners of the place are always around and their friendly treatment renders a jovial atmosphere to the setting. All in all, your hunger pangs are sure to be soothed with a visit to the Mountain Perks Espresso Bar & Cafe.

Pasqualino's Italian Restaurant is a famed Italian kitchen in Bryson City. Located on Everett Street, this famous eatery specializes in pastas, steaks and fish. Names like Calamari Fritti, Chicken Parmigiana and Filet Mignon top the menu charts. Dessert too is a sweet experience with Tiramisu and Silk Pie. They also customize the pasta and calzones to the size you want. The salads are not only tasty but also come with a soup combo. Call ahead for opening hours.

Quaint and retaining an old world charm, Soda Pops has a very old american feel to it. You can sample some lip smacking candies, malts and shakes here. Their coca cola fixation is the major eye catcher, as coke symbols can be viewed on every imaginable surface of the parlor. The custom blended ice creams include flavors like White Russian, Toffee Coffee, Cinnamon etc. Worth visiting for all those with a sweet tooth and for those who want to travel back in time, when long skirts and bow ties were the trend.
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If you are hungry and looking to fill up your tank, head on over to The High Test Deli & Sweet Shop. In fact, the restaurant's motto is "Let our deli fill up yer belly." This family-friendly lunch place serves up hearty sandwiches, hot dogs, salads, and sides. The deli also offers delicious desserts to go with the custom sandwiches and subs that customers can order.