50 Best American Restaurants near Mills River

“Idk why we waited so long to try this place. Best BBQ I've had around here. We had the special which wad a smoked bologna sandwich 10/10. We also had the brisket mac-n-cheese 10/10 and the smoked wings 10/10. Highly recommend if you have an urge for some delicious smoked “

“Great selection of beers , value and food ! Very good customer service . The only reason that I did not give 5 stars is that we sat outside with our 4 year old dog and the full food menu is NOT available outside … They treat dog owners as 2nd class citizens .. I heard they make the best chicken wings and pretzels with mustard , but they would not serve it outside ! I either have to leave my dog at home or else break up the party of 3 humans to enjoy the full menu inside and leave my dog and companions to eat separately.. I sure hope and pray that they reconsider this corporate policy ! Regardless of this, I would recommend that you visit this place if you are ever in the Asheville , N.C. area .“

“Ya know that ol adage "don't judge a book by it's cover?" Well, here's a prime example. The skeptic in me was concerned when we pulled in, but the Google reviews gave me hope as we walked on it. It is one of the cleanest, "home-iest" little restaurants. The wait staff was super friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and appropriately priced. Definitely glad we tried this place out!“

“Becca made the whole dinner experience just so relaxing and smooth. She checked on us in a timely manner and remembered everything we needed.The food and atmosphere are magical. Once you enter the former bank building you are transported into dining bliss.“

“The nickname "Malt Disney World" truly fits. This place is amazing. I took the brewery tour and was extremely impressed with how knowledgeable and friendly Madison was. Afterwards, I had a few beers in the taproom, and honestly I didn't want to leave! Amazing experience from beginning to end, and I can't wait to come back!“

“Excellent service and delicious food.“

“My husband & I stayed here to celebrate our Anniversary. From start to end the experienced was above & beyond. We stayed in the Salon Spa Moon loft. The room was beautiful & communal space was very inviting. The grounds themselves were lovely with the most beautiful sunsets to see. We ate at the Silo Restaurant for dinner & brunch and cannot speak highly enough of how wonderful the food & service was. Tina the bartender was a gem who took care of us. We had a couples massage, highly recommended if you are willing to splurge. The attention to detail that goes into staying here is well noted. You will not be disappointed if you stay here & are looking for a unique experience compared to a boring hotel. My biggest regret was not packing a swimsuit to enjoy the outdoor pool! Thank you to the Horse Shoe Farm for a wonderful stay!“

“This place is awesome! Did the guided tour and was mesmerized. Shared some appetizers for lunch (wings were the best I’ve had anywhere), had a few beers and hung out at the fire pit a while afterwards. Really cool experience! Planning to go back many times.“

“Always delicious food, even if a little expensive. You know they're quality when the wait is out the door. You will have to grab your own drinks and condiments. You will also want to come back over and over again.Parking: During peak hours, the lot we'll be full“

“Very nice restaurant! Celebrating our anniversary and everything was wonderful from service to the food.“

“My husband and I went to this place, and the food was superb. That was the best hotdog I have ever had in years. My husband ordered a hamburger, and he really enjoyed it. The sweet tea was so good. And the people was very friendly. We felt so welcome, and when we go back to Arden, NC, we will definitely stop by to get some good food. It's really hard finding a good hotdog“

“Had lunch for the first time ... the food was very good and plentiful. We had a Turkey Ruben and regular Ruben. The place is run by volunteers who were very friendly and accommodating. Their mission is very impressive. The service was a tad slow but they were very busy and apologetic for the delay. I would go back anytime and would also suggest you visit their thrift store next door.“

“I'm giving 5 stars for the service because we didn't want for anything but the person did have the personality of a fencepost. The food, however, was crazy good! I had the shrimp and grits and it was one of the best breakfast dishes I've had in years. My Sister had the Southern Benny and and also raved about it. Really, really flavorful and perfectly cooked. The complimentary beignet beginner was a nice touch, too.“

“Awesome local family restaurant. Food is great . It’s my favorite place to go for breakfast.“

“Charming little theater. I hardly go to the theaters now days with this crazy world and all what's happening. I happen to visit flat rock for the weekend and decided to go see a movie with my husband and 2 teen daughters.They have a selection of cheese burgers, nachos, bbq sandwiches, hotdogs, popcorn.The theater inside is very small don't expect to be going to one of those huge theaters. The best part is the litte tables where you can eat your food while you watch the movie. The seating is first come first served so arrive 30-40 minutes before the movie starts. My movie was at 6:30 PM and it started promptly and I arrived at 5:50pm to the theater and there was already a family of 6 that had already occupied the front row seats of the tables with the chairs.Overall I loved the experience. The theater was full of family style people mostly grandpas and grandmas. I felt very safe.“

“Love this place! It's a go to spot for me and my celiac husband. We drive here often (1.5hr drive) because the food is bomb, atmosphere is fun, and the staff are so sweet. The Gluten Free items are clearly marked. Great date night place! My favorite it the General Tso tacos and chips and queso!“

“First time will not be the last. Out standing food. Will make it a once a week lunch spot.Parking: First come first spot.Kid-friendliness: Not much of kid style food.Wheelchair accessibility: I had to leave chair in car and get help to cross street took 10 minutes one way.“

“What an amazing place for groups! We are very pleased with delicious food and absolutely superb staff! Highly recommend! Will be a definite for all my future trips in this area.“

“Outstanding in every way!!! Food was excellent, as was the service and the atmosphere was very cool. I had the chicken sandwich and frys. The piece of chicken was larger than the bun. It has excellent flavor as did the frys. Wife had meatloaf and mashed potatoes and gravy. All excellent. We also had the fried mushrooms, excellent. We will be back.“

“My sister and I feel like we struck gold on Seventh Avenue. The food, service, staff the best all around. You can look till the cows come home but you can't find the epitome of good country cooking anywhere else. My Grandmoma died in 1993 and my Moma in 2013, never thought I would have good country home cooking like theirs ever again...until 6-29-22. Felt like I was home. My new favorite restaurant in WNC...and I live here.“

“I've been many times it's been great every time. The food is good, reasonably priced, and the service is good as well. The atmosphere has sort of a lunch counter feel to it, since they call out order numbers through a loudspeaker system. Overall 8/10 dine in, 9/10 food“

“We enjoyed a fantastic meal here tonight. What a wonderful find in Hendersonville. We live in the Greenville SC area which is known for its food and we consider ourselves foodies so this place is definetly a must try. We had the pork belly eggrolls, my husband had the bulgogi and I had the country ribeye steak sandwich and to finish one of the best crème brûlées ever. You will not be disappointed here. We will definetly make another trip here soon.“

“I was told to stop here from my sister and she was right. The baked goods looked amazing. I got a gluten free pizza. It was the potato but I subbed prosciutto instead of potatoes, yes nightshade allergy. It was delicious. Next time I’m buying all of the baked goods.Also, service was wonderful and friendly.Thank you!Will be back soon :)“

“Good food and libations. Great vibe. Great servers and bartenders. The napkins are the best ever! Thick, absorbent disposable napkins. There’s nothing worse than eating and you have to use 100 recycled, thin napkins. Did I mention the napkins?“

“Delicious food, friendly staff, welcoming patio dining area. I had the Grits & Greens bowl with brisket. Flavorful but not too salty. Happy chickens roaming, good music selection, tables were private and the crowd friendly. Local hard cider. Will be back!“

“Great food and excellent service!“

“Food and beverages were great ; male waiter was fantastic.“

“The burgers and our service were amazing“

“What a great hidden gem a day in the country is. Darling gift shop with clothing and unique gifts. They serve great wines from Burntshirt Vineyards and they're lunch sandwiches are wonderful. It's always my go to place when I have visitors in town as the setting is so pretty.“

“Went here on a whim as we'd been to most of the other Hendo staples and was surprised to find that the food at Harvey's was far beyond anything else we've had locally. The atmosphere is super welcoming, service was fantastic and the food was next level. Fine dining without the pretentious atmosphere, at a reasonable price. We'll be back!!“

“This has become a regular stop for me anytime I'm in the area. It's a local spot with a biker friendly vibe. Down to earth with consistently good food, especially the wings. The wings are always a good size with lots of flavors available.Service is friendly. They seem to be chronically understaffed, so be patient, the servers are doing their best. I called in my order 30 minutes prior to arrival because time was tight. When we arrived, a table was reserved for us and our food was out about 8 minutes after the drinks.Parking: Parking is directly in front of the restaurant.“

“The food is great, and service is fast. The atmosphere is great, especially outside. Everyone was super nice, and I love eating local.Kid-friendliness: The area outside is great, there’s a chalkboard for littles. Also, the kids menu is a nice classic. Love it!“

“I was very surprised with this place... The food was freshly prepared and served with a large portion... They do not have table service.. You order and pay at the counter.. Food items were moderately priced and service was fairly fast... We had thunder storms the day we visited and had to eat inside..but they have great outdoor seating with nice views of the gardens.“

“This place started in Ashville NC and now has 20+ locations all over the US. Every time I’m in Ashville for work I eat here! Really great options for some unique dining. I always get the hot honey chicken with Mac and cheese waffles and it never disappoints! Service is ALWAYS excellent, so nice and friendly! Definitely one of my top 10 restaurants to eat at.“

“I will say usually the service is excellent, and it wasn't until we paid the check that we never saw our server again. We were there for 4 hours, but we left a healthy tip. I don't usually hang out that long, but I was there with a friend I hadn't seen in 30 years. I would have loved to have had a refill on the drink.You can't beat Long Horn when it comes to steak, in my opinion.“

“Always a crowd and that's a sure sign this is a really good place to enjoy BBQ and their homemade NC sweet sauce. A good staff is always on hand. Parking is excellent. Not to be missed.UPDATE. Five years have passed and it’s only gotten better. Now serving breakfast! The bacon, scrambled egg and cheese on Texas toast totally rocks! It’s HUGE. I was so hungry I ate it before I thought about talking a photo.“

“I love Campfire! The Camp theme is thoughtfully curated and makes you nostalgic whether or not you went to camp! And the food and service are wonderful- such friendly and welcoming staff, and Fried Chicken night could easily make me a Tuesday regular, but there are so many other delicious things in the menu! And if you enjoy a cocktail, the bar is creative and accommodating for your tastes, and always satisfies.“

“Burgers are delicious and fries are amazing. Can't wait to try some other items on the menu. Nice atmosphere great service.“

“First thing I noticed was that the lunch crowd is a bit older, blue collar crowd which I like. Service was fast and friendly. I had their New Mexico Green Chili Burger. Didn't expect a WHOLE green chili on it so that was a good surprise. Definitely a burger worth getting again. One of the best milkshakes I've ever had. Will definitely come back.“

“Great little Cafe tucked away in the strip mall. Nice variety of menu items, fast and friendly service. Daily specials, and I'll be back for the meatloaf sandwich when it's on the special. Yummy hsm and turkey sandwich was my second choice. Seemed like lots of repeat customers, known by name, so that speaks well of this small business. Breakfast and lunch. Try it if you're in the area, and you won't go away hungry.“

“We have been coming to Sunday Brunch for years and again recently it was a beautiful, delicious and memorable meal. The butternut squash and soup were a highlight for me this time. Thank you for providing a highlight to our every visit to Flat Rock.“

“We loved this place. The owner ( although he said his wife was the owner, maybe he was joking) made the experience really fun. He was very funny and also helpful as we were new to the area. He really kept us entertained. (But it was encouraged, he was not overly intrusive at all) The food was delicious. Fresh beautifully arranged on the plate and at a very good price. I wish we lived closer I would go back for dinner. He was smoking ribs that afternoon and they smelled delicious. Overall great experience. Enjoyed sitting on the beautiful patio where many people had their pets with them.I would highly recommend this place.“

“Our usual go-to for breakfast when out of town. Each one is a different experience and we did find the expected friendly service and good food here.“

“Great service! Delicious treats!“

“I drive past this spot several times a week, but had never tried it. We had a delicious dinner and enjoyed ourselves despite one obnoxiously loud patron (totally not the restaurant’s fault.) The flatbread was yummy and nicely plated and the breakfast burger was delightfully decadent. We really enjoyed the guitarist. The setting is pastoral, and I’m sure gorgeous in the Spring. Wine seemed a bit pricey. We will definitely try this place again.Vegetarian options: There were some vegetarian options.Kid-friendliness: I would not consider this place kid-friendly based on our first visit.“

“One of the only true local bars in Buncombe county. Just beer and wine but not 35 different IPA's and no snooty hipster vibe. Just down to earth and friendly. Great Karaoke on friday and saturday night with Dave the DJ. Some really talented local vocalists. A very welcoming atmosphere.“

“Employees were really friendly and the cook was great! The food came out perfect for a Waffle House. My daughter and I enjoyed ourselves. It was a very pleasant experience.Kid-friendliness: My daughter loved watching the cook make the food in front of us. The food is definitely kid-friendly.“

“Old soda fountain! Love the decor and the fact they rehabbed old buildings in Hendersonville. Good for lunch.“

“Based on the spicy chicken sandwich I had today I can't in good conscience do 4⭐. I took Mom there for mother's day. She had the grilled chicken sandwich made with a 100% chicken breast and she loved it. I on the other hand was really disappointed with my spicy (Pressed Chicken) sandwich. There was as much breading as there was chicken. Hardly worth $7. ? Next time it's grilled or nothing.“

“Ate lunch there today, and it was OUTSTANDING! Counter man was friendly and helpful. Menu so large, hard to decide! We ate, my husband and I had bbq sandwiches, pork in chunks which was different and soooooo tasty, shared fries and beans, for about $16! Would recommend and definitely go back, so nice to find friendly, clean atmosphere with tasty affordable food.“