Local Restaurants

• Gazebo Creekside Café

  Great for sandwiches and a relaxed pre-hike bite.

• Bent Willow Baking Co.

  Delicious baked goods and coffee near town.

• Cupboard Café (Highlands)

  A go-to stop for breakfast near Dry Falls.

• Rathskeller Coffee Haus & Pub

  Coffee, snacks, and a cozy local vibe.

• Main Street Coffee & Yogurt

  Great fuel stop before a scenic drive.

• Café Rel

  Known for French-American cuisine, excellent lunch or dinner.

• Root + Barrel

  Upscale casual dining with a seasonal menu.

• Franklin Bake Shop

  A tasty stop while antique shopping.

• Motor Company Grill

  Classic diner with burgers, shakes, and retro flair.

• The Boiler Room Steakhouse

  Steaks, seafood, and hearty comfort food.

• Willy’s Bar-B-Que

  Family-friendly, Southern BBQ great for groups.

• Mi Casa

  Mexican food perfect for a casual family dinner.

• The Cupboard Café (Highlands)

  Worth the drive for home-style meals.

• Hawg Wild Bar-B-Que (Hayesville)

  A lakeside BBQ gem near Lake Chatuge.

• Lakes End Café & Grill

  Right on Lake Nantahala with great water views.

• Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.

  A Franklin staple with local beer, live music, and a laid-back vibe.

• Currahee Brewing Co.

  Scenic riverside spot with a wide selection of craft beer.

(Both breweries often host food trucks on weekends and events.)

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