You’ll find some of the best restaurants in Waynesville, North Carolina, listed below. We’ve only included those that consistently receive high rankings and reviews. Please call or check the restaurant web sites for business hours and reservations.

Anthony Wayne’s at The Gateway Club
37 Church Street, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-6789
Anthony Wayne’s restaurant is open to the public for lunch and dinner.

Big Mountain BBQ
79 Elysinia Avenue, Waynesville, NC; Phone: 828-454-0720
Authentic hickory smoked barbecue ribs, pork sandwiches, plus a variety of side dishes and desserts. BBQ sauces in Big Mountain Original, Carolina Honey, Down I-40, Fire on Big Mountain, South Carolina Mustard, and Memphis Dry Rub.

Bourbon Barrel Beef & Ale
454 Hazelwood Avenue, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-452-9191
Specializes in hand-cut, all natural steaks, burgers, and other classic American comfort foods, using local and sustainable ingredients available. Also features a good selection of craft beers from local artisan brewers, and as well as an extensive selection of small batch bourbons and whiskey. The Barrel is a friendly, casual neighborhood restaurant.

Café 50
50 N. Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-246-9130
Serving breakfast & lunch. Menu offers burgers, fries, spinach salad and more.

The Chef’s Table
30 Church Street, Waynesville, NC 28786-5709; Phone: 828-452-6210
Fine dining with great reviews on travel web sites. Chef Josh continues to provide award-winning culinary experiences for locals and visitors. Be sure to call in advance for reservations.

Cork & Cleaver Restaurant at the Waynesville Inn
176 Country Club Drive, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-7179
The Cork & Cleaver Restaurant at the Waynesville Inn is a AAA three-diamond rated steakhouse that enjoys a great reputation for excellent food and attentive service among locals and travelers alike. It offers an extensive menu with all-natural steaks, fresh seafood, and a broad wine and specialty drink selection.

Fat Buddies Ribs and BBQ
193 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-6368
Serving BBQ beef, pork and chicken. Take-out available for all items on menu.

Frogs Leap Public House
44 Church Street, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-1930
A farm to table, family style restaurant focused on local, natural and organic products prepared in modern regional dishes. Southern comfort foods with upscale flavors, combining local traditions like NC BBQ and Shrimp & Grits with classic and unique, modern cooking techniques. Call for specials and reservations.

Maggie’s Galley Oyster Bar
49 Howell Mill Road, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-8945
Rustic log cabin atmosphere. Serving blackened or broiled seafood. Popular place with locals, and gets consistently good reviews on travel sites.

The Old Stone Inn Mountain Lodge & Restaurant
109 Dolan Road, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-3333
Fine dining dinner menu includes an assortment of appetizers, salads and entrees, as well as smaller entrees for lighter appetites. Specials change frequently. A full, hot breakfast is served to guests daily.

Panacea Coffee Company
66 Commerce Street, Waynesville NC 28786; Phone: 828-400-8129
This café, espresso bar, and coffee roaster located in an historic old building offers some very good, artisan-roasted coffee by the cup or packaged to take home and brew.

Pheasant Hill Design and Café
112 North Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-1796
An interior design and home furnishings firm that allows customers to shop in a beautiful, home-like setting, offering wonderful desserts, ice cream, chocolates, and more.

Pisgah Inn Restaurant
Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 408.6, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-235-8228
The Pisgah Inn restaurant offers dining seven days a week in season, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Windows surround the main dining room and overlook a panoramic view.

Sagebrush of Waynesville
895 Russ Avenue, Waynesville, NC, 28786; Phone: 828-452-5822
A family-friendly atmosphere, serving steaks, prime rib, barbecue pork ribs, seafood, chicken, salads, appetizers, and desserts.

Smoky Mountain Café
180 N. Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-452-3137
Serving breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday.

The Swag Restaurant
2300 Swag Road, Waynesville, NC 28785; Phone: 828-926-0430; Toll Free: 800-789-7672
Serving a hearty breakfast buffet, packed lunches, ever-changing evening meals, often prepared with herbs, fruits, and vegetables from local farmers and purveyors.

Sweet Onion Restaurant
39 Miller Street, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-5559
Regional cuisine, from our traditional favorites like southern fried chicken to our signature pastas, fresh mountain trout and scrumptious house-made desserts, Sweet Onion offers something for everyone in the family.

The Tap Room at the Waynesville Inn
176 Country Club Drive, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-456-5988
The Tap Room Sports Bar & Grill at the Waynesville Inn has a casual environment and serves lunch, dinner and late night snacks. The menu offers burgers, salads and sandwiches, as well as ribs, pizza, steaks and daily specials. Enjoy your meal on the outdoor patio, weather permitting, or watch your favorite sporting events indoors, sing a little Karaoke or listen to live entertainment on selected evenings.

Tipping Point Tavern & Brewing
190 N. Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786; Phone: 828-246-9230
Artisan smoked meats, local beers, and a relaxed atmosphere. Local meats and produce are used when possible. Locals and travelers give it good reviews.