The best Restaurants in Lake Toxaway ranking of January 2025

10 restaurant menus in Lake Toxaway, (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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The Blind Mule At Toxaway Station
The Blind Mule At Toxaway Station
91/100 (408 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Crab
"Blind Mule was a complete treat from start to finish. We had the fried green tomatoes with chow chow as an appetizer. The spice and texture was spot..."
Heidi Tweed Lusk
"Great food and service! Menu changes daily and local ingredients are used. We received a warm welcome and we were offered a sample of the local..."
Bill Groves
"What a wonderful place a million times better then when it was the brown trout. All remodeled excellent chef, family run. Service excellent you will..."
Rocky Beach
"Had a great dinner - the works: Moscow Mule, fried avocado appetizer to share with hubby, salmon for me, tenderloin steak for hubby and key lime pie..."
Marci Barbey
"We live here year-round, and The Blind Mule has become a real "go-to" for us. The menu is always fresh and inventive and the service is always top..."
Malice Grant
"The chef James Hargis gambled that his exacting and generous cooking could lure crowds from Brevard to Highlands without even a hint of advertising..."
John LeRoy Nichols
"Awesome experience for lunch. The special was perfect. The deserts were awesome. Food presentation was of a true chef. The chef/owner and their son..."
Jim Herman
"Great family run business. Menu is fresh. The pizza special is always delicious! Great spot to have dinner by Lake..."
Jessica Whitmire
"What a great little find we came upon. The owner and son went out of their way to greet us and service us outside. The coffee way great and can't..."
Allen Angela Eckman
"There aren't many(like none!) places to eat close to our house in Lake Toxaway but we are lucky to have this one. This family owned and operated..."
Scott Harrelson
"We just can't get enough. Friday night we decided to take a ride for the Killer Chocolate Cake but while we were there we decided to have the crepes...."
Cherie Leffe Goldsmith
"I cannot say enough wonderful things. This is not just dining out. It is a dining experience. Price points for all pocketbooks and a menu varied..."
Tracey Lee Rhodes
"What a fun evening! Shannon our wait person was lovely. Loved seeing James again and having Carol his wife checking on us was special. This farm..."
Betty Williams
"Five Stars for our first dining experience and it was "take out". Enjoyed New York Strip, bleu cheese potatoes and an incredible pasta and zucchini..."
Karla Harrell
"Stopped in for a pizza takeout. It was awesome, very fresh ingredients and right here in Lake..."
Debi Whitmire
"Fabulous! You must try. Better than many top restaurants I have tried in..."
Nancy Tvedt
"What a wonderful lunch here today, service was excellent, drinks were good, and the food was fabulous. I ordered a blackened chicken sandwich with..."
CCV NC
"While planning a driving trip with friends, I happened upon this restaurant while browsing google maps for destinations along our driving routes. I..."
Billy Aylward
"We loved this place! Great view of the lake at sunset. Small and intimate feeling inside the restaurant. My beautiful wife had salmon. I had fish..."
Tim Haguewood
"Nice brunch with friends at the Grand Olde Station. Food was tasty. Decent portions. Service was slow (understaffed). A+ for decor and great..."
Eddie Lou
"This is an outstanding restaurant that captures the beauty and friendly culture of Lake Toxaway. Great service from dedicated, local employees. ..."
R Purcell
"This is a gem of a spot for casual dining on Lake Toxaway. The food is fancy, making you want to get dressed up for a bougie night out, but the..."
Michael Driscoll
"This place is amazing. The food was superb, the service was prompt and very polite, and the view from the restaurant is just icing on the cake. If..."
Star Gazer Prime
"Out viewing waterfalls after a day of rain and came across this wonderful restaurant. Great selection of local craft beer and drinks. Food was..."
Russel Reppen
"Wonderful time here. I had the fried pickles (amazing!!) and one of the signature pizzas (also very tasty!). It was excellent all..."
Susan Banta
"Amazing views and phenomenal food!! The interior is beyond rustic and it’s fabulous! So happy we came across this lovely little mountain..."
Amanda Handel
Villa Amato
Villa Amato
90/100 (342 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Italian
Pizza
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
BYOB
Dog Friendly
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Television
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"I highly recommend this place which can be easy to miss on your way to Highlands from Brevard. First I would like to say the place has a nice warm..."
Chris S
"This is a nice little Italian restaurant tucked away near the mountains not too far away from a lot of waterfall attractions and scenic..."
Cley'S Optique
"I came where work low expectations and I was genuinely surprised. We met very kind and friendly people and of course better than expected..."
Bronson Kurtz
"Wow. I came in with pretty low expectations but they surpassed them. The salad was fresh and crisp and the balsamic dressing was great. I had the..."
Julie Stevens
"The pizza was amazing! They loaded it up with ingredients and the crust was perfect. If you want great pizza, stop by. They have in restaurant..."
Melissa Williams
"Best pizza is this part of the state. We hiked the rainbow falls needless to say we were super hungry and our only objective was find quick and easy..."
Padmashree Anand
"Worth the wait. Pizza was delicious. One person handling to go orders and all the tables. Took a while to be seated and then waited on. (There were..."
Melissa Beers
"Unique small country pizza stop on lake toxaway. Almost missed the place due to the lack of signage. I'd highly recommend for old school no frills..."
Marissa Monteith
"Hands down: the best pizza, the best and only cheese steak sandwich!!! We will travel hundreds of miles to eat at Villa Amato! If you have a bad day..."
Dasha Schoenecker
"I was born and raised in Philly which is, of course, known for its cheesesteaks. I’ve taken to making my own because I never thought I’d find an..."
Louis Vilardo
"When we are out riding, we try to hit mom & pop style establishments. This place fit the bill and didn't disappoint! All of the food was excellent!..."
Dwight Fretwell
"The meat lovers pizza was OUTSTANDING!! If we are ever back in the area on vacation, we will be coming again! I highly recommend this pizza place!..."
Beth McKemy
"The pizzas, salads, wraps, chicken parmigiana, egg plant parmigiana and ALL the fresh bread is INCREDIBLE! It reminds me of the French bread from New..."
Saunders
"Ok guys. I'm going to shake things up in Transylvania county. This is hands down, the best pizza anywhere in Transylvania! This is a huge New York..."
Brian Wilson
"We just got takeout. It’s fantastic New York style thin crust pizza. We got the meat lovers. Definitely recommend it considering the lack of good..."
Philip Byard
"This pizza is amazing. Quite possibly the best pizza our family has ever had. You won't be disappointed. Plan ahead as they get very busy on the..."
John Murphy
"Quaint atmosphere and delicious pizza! The servers were busy but helpful and..."
J D
The Falls Cafe & Grill
The Falls Cafe & Grill
85/100 (323 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
Pub
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Burger
Salad
"Great view, and a great burger! This is the place to eat on a drive between Brevard and..."
Matthew Jones
"A view of Toxaway Falls!! Delicious food!! Great company! ! Lunch or dinner is great...taste and..."
Karen Crout Mariani
"I loved it! Great place nice peaceful and view is great! Food is wonderful. We will be going again..."
Jacklyn Valerio
"Great food, big portions. Wonderful staff and outdoor seating with a waterfall..."
Dan Corman
"The view was absolutely beautiful and the food was great also. Will definitely go..."
Ann Buchanan Baxter
"Great food, good service, and a view of the falls - really enjoyed..."
Linda Crowder Paris
"This is a super cool spot to eat at after hiking or visiting Downtown Brevard on the way back down. Inside is all woodsy and reminds me of a..."
Amanda Powell
"One of the most beautiful campgrounds we've..."
Suzanne Hazelwood
"This was an awesome stop! First thing you notice is the amazing view of the falls! Then you're greeted with friendly service and provided a tasty..."
Nate Noler
"Really cute little place! Our waitress Katie was super friendly as were the other staff. Plus their white squirrel is a doll! We ordered the Bullseye..."
Rebekah Elkins
"Stopped off here for dinner while doing the tourist sites in the area - what a hidden gem! The owner and her staff was extremely friendly and we had..."
Ally Nicoll
"We stopped by here on our way driving around seeing the sights of Lake Toxaway. It has a great view of the falls from the deck so I recommend sitting..."
Stacy Wells
"Beautiful decor, gorgeous views, amazing service and delicious food. Can't go wrong by visiting them while you're on a road..."
Kitta Omega
"Absolutely loved this place. The service was amazing, my waitress was very friendly. The view of the waterfall was beautiful as I sat out on the..."
Cassandra NightThunder
"Very nice atmosphere and incredible view of the waterfall. The food was amazing. I had the meatloaf, which they only make on Wednesday's. The prices..."
Antwan “Rey” Reyna
"A beautiful gem looking over your waterfall. Excellent specials. Lovely..."
Steffy
"Wonderful quaint place with delicious food. Burgers are great and my wife loved to tuna salad..."
Roger Stoddard
"Pleasantly surprised. Actually grilled with great flavor. No complaints at all. Friendly..."
Kevin Walker
"Service can be a bit slow sometimes but they have an excellent burger and friendly service. They have free WiFi..."
Bill C
"Good food, great atmosphere and great view of the falls. Make sure to eat out on the..."
Rick Lecture
"My husband and I go there as often as we can . Love the atmosphere friendly staff and great service. They have the best burgers ever ! They are fresh..."
Chanel StClair
"Great service and sandwiches. View of the waterfall from outside is awesome...."
Craig Noble
Grand Olde Station
Grand Olde Station
91/100 (186 ratings)
Restaurants
Eastern European
Armenian
Dinner
Lunch
Eastern European
Armenian
Dinner
Lunch
Grill @ The Barn
Grill @ The Barn
80/100 (132 ratings)
Restaurants
Lunch
Breakfast
"Passing through the area and came across this gem. Nice menu (eggs Benedict, yes! - to die for) and terrific staff. Excellent parking. See attached..."
norman brooks
"What a beautiful little country kitchen!! Had the eggs benedict w country ham. Hollandaise was amazing!! Thanks..."
Scott Berry
"I finally made it lol…This cute little restaurant is in the Toxaway area off of Rosman Highway (64). I had called ahead as we were going to be a..."
Tim Heatley
"Have driven by this fine little restaurant for several years without ever going in until yesterday for breakfast...was pleasantly surprised by the..."
J Dunagan
"Great little place to get some breakfast before heading out into the mountains for hiking. Really enjoyed the homemade biscuits and gravy. The launch..."
Nobie Thrasher
"Great spot for a late breakfast on our way home from a vacation in Cashiers. Kids loved the French toast and I really enjoyed the trailblazer. Love..."
Eric Betzhold
"We stopped for breakfast. Another quiet and calm place to get away. Nice to get away from all the noise in life, come visit the Panthertown Cafe. ..."
Johnson
"Our first time Here...Great Service.. Food is Very tasty...Eggs Benedict Were Awesome...Great Atmosphere!! Highly..."
giantslvr Man
"The BEST breakfast around! Delicious food and wonderful service. We will definitely be..."
Wendy Zopf
"Wow!!! Stopped in for a bite while traveling. So good I would here just to eat at your restaurant every day. Great..."
David Welton
"Great place to eat. Food excellent and the service was excellent. Will recommend to all my..."
Robert Woodruff
"Excellent food and wonderful service. Loved the French Toast and Cheesy Potato Casserole. Nyla was an amazing server! Can’t wait to visit..."
ToriLovesTravel
The Restaurant At The Greystone Inn
The Restaurant At The Greystone Inn
82/100 (126 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
American
International
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Drinks
Crab
Scallops
Toasts
Omelette
Lobster
Salad
Sit down
American
International
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Fine Dining
"I was fortunate enough to have worked at Greystone Inn one summer when the Lovelace's owned and cared for the place, and I was able to explore the..."
Megan Smoot
"The best place to relax in NC for..."
Thomas Bossard
"We stayed at the Rockefeller Room for the last 3 nights for our wedding. The service and staff were remarkable. Traci Cope is the most professional,..."
Alice Wagner Lee
"Such relaxing beauty and wonderful people! The Menu is terrific and the lake cruise a trip through..."
Jane Page Thompson
"My love of the Greystone Inn is rooted in the most amazing experiences I had there as part of the Spa team. The history of the Inn, the beauty of the..."
Nancy McCullough
"Great Sunday..."
Patricia Baggett Ramsey
"We had the thanksgiving dinner for two. Loved everything; great food and great service. Plus the lake views - so relaxing! I had the Pumpkin soup for..."
Ajimon Thomas
"We really enjoyed our dining experience! The food was wonderful! Our server Josh was first rate! Can't say enough about him. We didn't have to ask,..."
Cynthia Young
"I had high expectations going in, but everything exceeded them, even as we kept raising them. I had the cobia special pictured and it was fabulous:..."
Dave Sill
"I’ve enjoyed drinks at the mansion bar many times and I’m never disappointed. The atmosphere is elegant without feeling stuffy. The friendly..."
Lizzy Shaw
"I’m amazed at the few reviews of this place — unfortunately for the restaurant, the people that took the time to review sound like the kind of..."
Rachel Manzano
"Took my wife away for the weekend at the Inn....we dined at the restaurant on Saturday and had the pleasure of two fabulous meals....trout and the..."
Keith Woodall
"We have been here several times over the past few months. Super cozy feel, beautiful lake views, delicious meals (brunch and dinners), and warm..."
Becky W
"Wonderful on every level. We have so enjoyed our almost week stay here. Have felt very taken care of and spoiled. The food and drinks are delicious,..."
Beren Gould
"Lovely ambiance, food, and servers. Everyone is so nice and it’s such a peaceful spot. The burger and fish & chips are delicious. Can’t wait to..."
Boyce Choice
"Very underrated restaurant, the atmosphere is surprisingly good, the food is good with reasonable..."
Zachary Hong
"Great..."
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Panthertown Cafe
Panthertown Cafe
88/100 (121 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Lunch
Breakfast
American
Reservations
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
Historic Toxaway Market
Historic Toxaway Market
91/100 (57 ratings)
Restaurants
Specialty Food Market
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
"This is a great store and Chris the owner is always helpful and friendly. Great selection of foods and wine. We love to support this market and try..."
Cham Watkins
"Such a great place with a huge selection of wine. Foods and gifts..."
Julie Stevens
"I visit this area at least 2-3 ttimes a year. I call Lake Toxaway my Happy Place. I always stop in to purchase different items from wine to cheese..."
Bernita Livingston-Long
"Small and lovely grocery store next to Toxaway Lake, you can expect to find a large variety of items, The prices are not as cheap as in a big chain..."
Yogev Neumann
"Nice little store with a very pleasant owner that has some meat and ingredients to make meals with. Not a huge selection but more than you would..."
Tim k
"Great coffee! They also have yummy pastries from local vendors and cute gift items...a nice homey..."
Trisha Rigdon
"The owner was a pleasure to meet and talk with, the selection of wines and gourmet foods was amazing! I found Ghee and they even sell local history..."
CSK
"The owners are kind and professional, and always willing to lend a helping hand. Great wine selection and an assortment of gourmet food! Best place..."
Debra Baker
"These great owners listened to the needs of the community and just opened the Mountain Cafe across the street. Be sure to stop by and take in fresh..."
Linda Sabic
"Great liquor and wine! Super selection of wine. Also had various assortment of appetizers and seafood! He gives great suggestions for..."
Sonja Stoskopf
The Trout Cafe & Grille
The Trout Cafe & Grille
72/100 (23 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Seafood
"We have a log cabin in the area and we have to make reservations at least once while at our cabin. The trout is awesome and is cooked many different..."
F Smith
"Love the new location. We look forward to coming here every time we visit Lake Toxaway which is at least twice a month! Fish, steaks, and specials..."
Steve McClure
"Big shrimp cocktail and great Bloody Marys! These bloody marys have the biggest celery stalks known to..."
Curt B.
"Great food, nice owner... Too bad it's closed...."
Andrew Terry
"Super owner super..."
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Los Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant
100/100 (3 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mexican
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Takeout
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch