Best Shrimp and Grits in Boone

6 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Proper
Proper
93/100 (1127 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Waffles
Shrimp
Baked Ziti
Bread Pudding
Key lime pie
Pasta
Quiche
Meatloaf
Crawfish
Salad
Catfish
Mac and cheese
Shrimp and Grits
Crab
Pimento Cheese
Cakes
Fish
Crab Cake
Pork
Tapas
Sandwiches
Tacos
Grilled cheese
Chicken And Waffles
Sit down
American
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Mid-range
"I absolutely loved eating here with my parents for their anniversary! I loved everything on my plate and the desert was great! For 3 people, 3..."
Natalie
"My husband and I visited Boone last weekend and on Sunday afternoon Oct 15, I called Proper about reservations. They were pretty full but thankfully..."
Liane Albert
"We stopped in after a Campus tour and they accommodated us without a reservation. They were so nice. We all had beverages while we waited for a..."
Jerilyn Steinberg
"A great spin on southern comfort food. The portion sizes are perfect…not too big to finish at the restaurant but you definitely won’t leave..."
Steve Eirich
"We sat in the first dining room, so it was a little cold. The food was amazing. It tasted like food style cooking and was very filling. I love their..."
Tara Tho
"Great southern comfort food in a cute homey atmosphere! Staff is super friendly and food was fresh. Some vegan/vegetarian options and unique desserts..."
Marie Randazzo
"We stopped here for dinner after getting our christmas trees and our daughter got..."
Ann Sheperd
"Excellent Southern food and hospitality! The collard greens (vegetarian, with curried tomatoes) were the best I’ve ever had. Might go back for just..."
Kurtis Epp
"This place was incredible! We sat on the patio and it was so beautiful with the string lights. Everything was fresh and delicious, and service was..."
Katelyn McInerney
"We had a Beautiful Brunch in this intimate pearl! Locally sourced food cooked to perfection! Always my favorite choice - go check it out! Boone's..."
Laura Newton
"My Husband and I enjoyed lunch here recently while passing through the area. It was a nice break from our travels. The ham and cheese sandwich was..."
Renee Czapp
"This is an awesome restaurant and location. The setting is very quaint, southern, and proper. It is essential posh or high end southern comfort food...."
Rhyno Patties
"Everything about the Proper I love, local, fresh food and great service. It's one of those small quant places that fill up fast, so you might want to..."
Jeff Greene
"I made the drive from Wilkesboro after work on a Thursday to check this place out and it was totally worth the effort. It's cute and I was very..."
Slaterson
"This place is amazing ! The staff were very attentive & kind. Food is Exceptional - especially the Fried Chicken. Thank you for making Date night..."
Dorrene Stanley
"Incredible food with a wonderful home cooked and low key “mama’s kitchen” vibe. Do yourself a favor and get the potato cakes! They are off the..."
Trae Cody
"Wow, I used to come here all the time in college from when it opened to 2013. The soul food at this restaurant is simply divine. The fried chicken..."
Chirag Patel
"FANTASTIC FOOD...Good prices...Home made delicious food. We ate outside among the beautiful blooming plants. Service was great. Wonderful experience...."
Cecy [Robayna] Darley
Joy Bistro
Joy Bistro
92/100 (692 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
American
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Tuna
Shrimp and Grits
Salmon
Shrimp
Beef
Cheesecake
Filet Mignon
Halibut
Foie gras
Pasta
Ribs
Meatloaf
Salad
Crab
Bass
Scallops
Torte
Duck
Cheesecakes
Burger
Prosciutto
Risotto
Mussels
Hamburgers
Creme Brulee
"Boone, NC is known for its gemstones. When you find one you want to let everybody know about it. Well, tucked away in a quiet corner of a small..."
Eileen Neroda
"You can tell when a place has pride and love in what they do! From the warm greeting at the door to our waiter, Alex and all the way through our..."
Lisa Damiano Clark
"Absolutely wonderful cozy environment, professional and friendly staff, amazing menu. My favorite special dinner..."
Linda S. King
"This is by far my favorite place to dine out. My daughter Sara Mason is the one who has turned me on to this..."
Bob Southwick
"Always our favorite "go-to" place for dinner whenever we are in the Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk area! Amazing meals and outstanding service! We..."
Emilie Miller Davis
"I made a reservation at Joy Bistro to celebrate my son Joey's Graduation from Appalachian State University. What a wonderful surprise. We had the..."
Judith Fiorello
"It's a wounderful little place ...Food was excellant....waiters were so very personable and helpful with finding the right wine....will visit again..."
Marsha Walters Walthall
"I recommended Joy to a friend, this is their review. "One of the best places we have visited in a long time! Food was absolutely amazing!! Robert..."
Robert Griggs
"Cozy atmosphere for the space given. Food was delicious and came out on time in sequence. We ordered the salmon entrée and the scallops entrée...."
Greg Gardner
"Wow! Joy Bistro was AWESOME! Gary & Melissa (Joy) did a wonderful job with our large party of 40 people for my sons’s rehearsal dinner last..."
Chas Schaffernoth
"Joy Bistro was a wonderful atmosphere for our anniversary dinner. The service and food were top notch. They have great Covid protocols in place that..."
Lacey Booth
"What a great little place in Boone. The only place that matches overall quality is the Gamekeeper. Joy is very expensive though so we don't go..."
David Hinnant
"Excellent food, great staff, it is a little pricey depending what you get, but well worth it. would definitely recommend this to..."
Chuck and Ashley Lowe
"Food was wonderful. Service was timely and knowledgeable. Peach Jalapeno margarita and the stuffed puff pastry are must have..."
Rick Dale
"Wow! I am so glad I found this place. Lovely space and a fantastic meal. The mussels were delicious! The warm mushroom salad was one of the best..."
Krista Sigmon
"I found this place searching for a place to do brunch while we were visiting Boone. Brunch was amazing! The braised short ribs and potatoes is one of..."
Keith Glover
"We had a reservation at 6:30 and we arrived around 6:25. There was a table ready for us as soon as we walked in the door! We got seated and we were..."
Erica Hartzell
"The staff is always attentive without disrupting the sophisticated, yet cozy atmosphere. I thoroughly enjoyed the pasta special with shrimp,..."
Connie Gioscio
"Fabulous meal and service by Sydney. What a wonderful experience from the customer service and atmosphere. Even though the restaurant is located in..."
CCV NC
"We went for dinner with another couple and did have to wait a while for our table, but it was well worth it. It is a small place in a strip mall so..."
Kari Fike
"My wife and I went to Joy Bistro for our anniversary dinner and the experience was phenomenal. We started with a firecracker shrimp appetizer which..."
Dane Thomas
"Great experience here! Traveling with my wife for her birthday, I chose this restaurant for her birthday dinner and her entree was fantastic. She..."
Jay Enterkin
"We went for the New Year’s Eve 5 course special. The food was great but for the price I would’ve expected better service. The courses felt..."
Natalie Outlaw
"This was one of the best meals of my life. We got the mussels, warm mushroom salad, chicken (me), veal meatloaf (husband), affogato and bread..."
Kate Maher
"The food here is phenomenal. The Chef has an excellent flavor profile. Every ingredient compliments one another. A treat for the mouth. I highly..."
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"This restaurant has the best food and wait staff that you could ever ask for. I want to start off by saying I was greeted by a wonderful group of..."
Tyler Toler
"We were skeptical in the beginning since we went with our kids (11 & 15). But the food was truly amazing, and they were also able to accommodate my..."
Lindsay Barnes
Vidalia
Vidalia
90/100 (1121 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
American
American
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Risotto
Burger
Chicken Sandwich
Mussels
Hamburgers
Prosciutto
Tuna
Shrimp and Grits
Salmon
Pimento Cheese
Cakes
Shrimp
Pesto
Beef
Crab Cake
Fish
Tapas
Pork
Tacos
Dumplings
Cod
Pancakes
Ribs
French Fries
Pasta
Meatloaf
Salad
Sandwiches
Chicken And Waffles
Mac and cheese
Crab
Cheeseburger
Waffles
Sit down
American
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We were visiting Boone and decided on Vidalia for lunch. On Saturday they were offering a brunch menu. The ambience was quiet inside. Service was..."
Gabriel Molina
"This was the first dining experience here for my wife and I. We were invited by good friends who are regulars here. We're both really glad we were..."
Richie Calloway
"This place was great! Inside was busy and loud, but we sat on the porch and it was great. They don’t have a kids menu, but did provide some Mac and..."
Kaitlyn McCoy
"EXCELLENT!!!! I had the pickled beet salad as well as the shrimp & grits. BEAUTIFUL presentation and plating and absolutely delicious and..."
Dirty Souf Yankee
"Our second visit to Vidalia since first finding it a few years ago. Still top notch food. This time ate at the bar and enjoyed conversations with..."
TJ Melton
"Hands down one of the best meals I’ve had in a while. We got the Salmon, Ribeye and Shrimp and Grits entrees. The presentation was beautiful and..."
Damara Meese
"Great find in Boone. Nice menu. On this day we had their world famous Shrimp sand Grits as well as their brisket burger. Both were really good...."
Chris Guella
"Started out great. Food tasted good, and staff was fantastic. However, my girlfriend found a piece of plastic or glass or something in her tomato..."
Josh Pagano
"Great place to eat. Had a wedding rehearsal dinner, and everyone was friendly and courteous..."
Bolivar Vasquez
"Vidalia has been mine and my wife’s go-to restaurant for special occasions for more than 10 years. It’s fancy, but affordable, in a cool, relaxed..."
Brian Miller
"We had a great dinner here. Service was excellent and the waitress was sweet. Their beer selection needs a little help, but cocktails and wine seems..."
Bill Loeffler
"My wife and I visited here for our anniversary trip. I started with the onion rings and truffle fries. Both were fried goodness with a nice..."
Joshua Smith
"Walked in without a reservation because it was before the usual dining rush. We were seated promptly. Tuesday is select bottled wine night. We..."
Rol Verduyn
"Recommended by the Texan, super great dinner! Seated on time for 18:45 dinner. Leah (Leia?) was attentive not intrusive. Great service, stellar..."
Chris Mc
"I ate here for lunch while visiting Boone for the day. It was very nice. Enjoyed the feel of the place, service and food was good. I got the beet..."
A M
"We were so elated that we forgot our to-go containers. The experience was paramount, far exceeding expectations. We originally planned to go for..."
Alek Harwell
"Stopped in for Sunday brunch, didn't have a reservation, so we were seated at the bar, our bartender/server was Lucy, she was great, the cinnamon..."
matthew rhoades
The Local
The Local
82/100 (2454 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
American
Bar
Pub
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Fusion
American
Bar
Fusion
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Grilled cheese
Shrimp 'N' Grits
Fish & chips
The Boonie Burger
Fish & Chips
Blackened Goat Cheese Burger
Smoked salmon platter
Tapas
Chicken Quarters
Bloody Mary
Tacos
Carolina Beignets with Cheerwine Dipping Sauce
Truffle Fries
Bahn Mi
Shrimp
Southern Steak Philly
Pulled Pork Nachos
Beef
Brazilian Steak
Nachos
Mississippi Mud Pie
Cuban Sandwich
Cheese Curds
Fish & Chips
Beignets
Hamburger
Shrimp and Grits
Pasta
Fried Cheese
Fish
Salad
Mac and Cheese
Pork
Wings
Sandwiches
caesar salad
Mac and cheese
Salmon
Burger
Wine
Sit down
Bar
Fusion
American
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Television
Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Table Service
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Discover
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The Na’an Cuban was absolutely ridiculous. I was not in the mood for a sandwich. That was one of the best I’ve had. Loved the patio setting with..."
Ben Barker
"Great restaurant. Stopped in for lunch and had regular burger, falafel burger, and Cuban. Enjoyed the fresh mountain air sitting on the patio. ..."
Kellie Brown Davis
"The food was delicious and service was very timely. We order Brussel Sprouts for an appetizer then Pizza, Pasta, Salads and Tacos for dinner. The..."
Eric Wemyss
"First time at The Local today. The waitress gave excellent recommendations on food and beer. Everything was excellent, the food, the beer, the band,..."
Austin Crumpton
"Creative, fresh and tasty food with a relaxing vibe and friendly, attentive service. I was pleased to see the quinoa bowl in the menu as a healthy..."
Kendra Lilley
"Love this place. Wonderful food, good craft beers, an AMAZING staff. And on the porch, the view is just typical Boone ... mountain..."
Brian MacGregor White
"The grilled salmon, Brussels sprouts and tumeric cauliflower were awesome. My husband had shrimp and grits and they were great too!!! Rachel our..."
Marilyn McManus Batson
"Our waitor, Kingsley made awesome dinner suggestions ( Salmon & Shrimp and Grits) and They were sooo good! Kingsley was very attentive to our table...."
Cynthia Wagner
"This place is awesome!!!! The number one place we have to go to when we are in Boone. Great food, great employees, great..."
Nicole Cross
"My first visit yesterday. We had Summer as our server. She gave AMAZING recommendations on drinks and meals. And both were phenomenal. Will be..."
Michael Lane
"This edition of Excited about Eating takes us to our favorite mountain getaway, Blowing Rock/Boone area of North Carolina and to The Local. One block..."
Fiction Faith & Foodies
"Wife & I went on Tuesday nite. The rating of this place is off the mark, should be around a 4.0. Zomato says we need to speak up as we go there. ..."
Don
"Awesome place, very friendly staff!!! Wings and fish and chips are awesome!!!! Was greeted immediately and served very quickly. Definitely a must..."
Stefan Vallecillo
"Our first time here and will be many more dining to come. My hubby had the Naan Cuban sandwich, it was delicious I know because I had a bite. I had..."
Hickorychix
"Wonderful! My husband and I were in town for our anniversary and we went there based on reviews on UrbanSpoon, glad we did. Our server, Laura or..."
Tanner
"Neat place to eat. The OG burger was exceptional. Meat was cooked perfectly. Server, Micharl, was attentive and efficient. An enjoyable..."
Jfmcm100
"AWESOME PLACE!. Great food, chill atmosphere! Our waitress Shelly was great! Definitely going back for more..."
Emilyannm102
"Delicious food: a tale from the table. The food was excellent at the local! My husband and I came for lunch. Shelly was our waitress and she provided..."
Emelie.myers
"Really fun location, just plan ahead for parking if at prime times like dinner on a Friday night. They know how to do burgers! Prepare to be smacked..."
Eric H
"The Local was the only place ready to serve dinner late until 10 p.m., which was a life saver! It was totally worth it, too! The Boonie burger was..."
Justin Sweet
"This was my second time eating here and I have loved everything I’ve tried. The first visit we had the pulled pork nachos and margarita flatbread-..."
Shannon Petrash
"This restaurant had the most gluten free options or substitutions that I have seen while traveling. My husband and I had already been to Grandfather..."
Amanda Elchos- Williamson
"Came here twice while vacationing in Boone. The salmon and Brussels sprouts were delicious. I had the pesto pasta on my second visit and it was much..."
Kylie
"I like the lively atmosphere here. A great place for an early dinner after a busy day. People are very friendly and like to take advantage of the..."
Y BAE
"We were in Boone for a girls retreat & had lunch at The Local. It was absolutely delicious. We ordered the brussel sprouts, the margherita flatbread..."
Daniella Murray
"Wonderful spot to grab dinner in Boone! Outstanding cheese curds, NY Strip steak frites, and chocolate torte. Great service and vibes as..."
Quinlan Gallagher
"When we are in Boone, we try to get to this place. Food & drinks are awesome! I had the salmon cake sandwich w sweet potato fries, dirty martini & ..."
ELISE MACAULAY
"I've never had a bad meal here. The kitchen has always done a great job. Their food so good, presentation always on point. Service is been good..."
Armando Valencia
"My wife and I were visiting Boone, NC (July 20, 2023). The Local was highly recommended and it did not disappoint! I had the Apple, Blue, and Bacon..."
Mike West
"This place has a fun atmosphere. The staff is friendly, helpful, and hard working. Not pictured was the Banhmi —— I highly recommend! It was one..."
Katie Crenshaw
"My husband and I were in town celebrating our anniversary and had dinner here. It was fantastic! Laura was amazing with everything from helping us..."
Carli DeMartino
"I was very impressed with Laura and how she described how lovingly she makes their bloody Mary mix. Now I love a good bloody Mary. I don’t think..."
Leslie Billingsley
"Originally, we had planned to go to another area restaurant for dinner, but they were unexpectedly closing early. As we wandered around town, we..."
Wendy Grimm
"4.5 stars Nice restaurant and bar in Boone. We actually ended up eating there twice in one day and we enjoyed our food both times. The staff was..."
The K Green Show
"Great restaurant. Everything we ordered was great. We look forward to trying a lot of other items on the menu in the future. The staff was just what..."
Chad Treadaway
"We arrived to Boone, late last night. We had seen this place the previous time we visited, so after looking at the menu we took a chance. Our server,..."
JOSEPHINE
"Everyone in my group of 11 people absolutely loved the food here! I got a margarita pizza and it was better than some pizzas I’ve had in Italy! My..."
Karis Armstrong
The Table At Crestwood
The Table At Crestwood
79/100 (896 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
American
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Fish
Shrimp
Pork
Salad
Crab
Scallops
Duck
Risotto
Mussels
Salmon
Crab Cake
Filet Mignon
Chicken And Waffles
Burger
Waffles
Shrimp and Grits
Lamb
Sit down
American
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Live Music
Dinner
Fine Dining
"This restaurant was fantastic! The service was top notch with friendly & knowledgeable servers & Nick the bartender was great at answering any..."
Suzanne Vacek
"Wonderful diner. We happened to drive by a few weeks ago & i made a note to check it out - we booked a table online. This is a hidden gem. Staff..."
RobertsMom NC
"By far one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The staff was very friendly and inviting. Also very knowledgeable. My fiancé and I shared..."
Jared Keys
"My husband and I made a dinner reservation here for our anniversary on a Friday night. The staff made us feel welcome and they were all fabulous. The..."
Angela Hunter
"As soon as we walked through the doors of the resort we were greeted and sent our way to the restaurant. We were instructed to go to the bar and we..."
Charlie el hijo de Carlos
"Came here with a group of 4 for my birthday dinner and absolutely loved it! Cozy vibe, great food and excellent service. Highlights: Brussel sprouts,..."
Samantha Mieszanek
"Overall, good food and good service. The house salad is much better than the Cesar salad. The calamari appetizer is pretty good but a bit heavy. The..."
Mary Campbell
"We had a table outside with a nice view. Our service and food were..."
Robert Adkins
"Wonderful dining experience! My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at The Table at Crestwood on 6/24/23 and I'm so glad that we did! We were..."
Andrea Smith
"Enjoyed a wonderful meal with excellent service (shout-out to Sammi!) I had the crispy duck and my wife had the fillet. We shared the appetizer..."
Stephanie Morge
Pepper's Restaurant And Bar
Pepper's Restaurant And Bar
79/100 (1986 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
American
Beer restaurants
Bar
Soups
Soups
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Salmon
Burger
Spinach-Artichoke Dip
Apple pie
Grilled cheese
Blackened Mahi Tacos
Shrimp and Grits
Fried Chicken Club Sandwich
Pimento Cheese
Chowder
pblt
French onion soup
Tapas
Pesto
Spinach Salad with Blackened Salmon
Crab Dip
Tacos
Fish
Shrimp
Catfish Sandwich and Fried Mushrooms
Potato Salad
Ribeye steak
Beef
Blackened Chicken Caesar Wrap
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
caesar salad
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Salad bar
Chicken Tenders and Fries
Chicken Sandwich
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Pasta
French Dip Sandwich
Steak Sandwich
Meatloaf
Okra Fries
Carrot Cake
Salad
Carrot Cake
French Dip
Wings
French Onion Soup
Club Sandwich
Clam Chowder
Crawfish
Mac and cheese
Steak Frites
Sandwiches
Catfish
Sit down
Bar
American
Soups
Beer restaurants
Sports bars
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Dog Friendly
Takeout
Seating
Television
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Pepper's is a Boone institution for good food and great atmosphere. Recommendations for their awesome wings, French onion soup, Ruben and shrimp..."
Chris Slay
"Great experience for me. I love how they serve the French Onion soup with little scissors. Brilliant idea! And their take on it with housemade..."
Ginger Terrell
"I went specifically for the French Onion soup. A hard to find option. What I really loved is that the soup was served with a small pair of scissors,..."
Tony Wertz
"We had the Southwestern Chicken Wrap. The wrap was baked. We liked it. Arrived at 5, no wait. Waitress was..."
Ginger Staton
"We all enjoyed our meals, The Boone Breeze was fantastic ( I had 3..."
Charlene M Webber
"I had the French onion soup and it was one of the best I've had in a long time. I then had the Applewood bacon cheddar burger medium rare and it was..."
Radhanite Babylonian
"Good food. Reasonably priced for the area. Waitress was pleasant. There's plenty of parking, but don't be surprised if there's a wait. This place can..."
Autum Reece
"The food and service were excellent. When we first arrived (1:00 on a Sunday) we were told it would be a 25 minute wait but it was closer to 5..."
Jonathan Crouch
"Visiting the Blowing Rock and Boone NC areas and googled restaurants, it was a Monday and a good number of places were closed. Read reviews and..."
elizabeth nelson
"Great food, lousy service. I've been there a hundred times, and I love the food. Service is never any better. Enjoy your empty cup of ice! You are..."
simon stickel