AMB has always been one of our favorite breweries! Enjoy the live music offered at night, corn hole outside, and the Farm to Flame food truck. Mystic Dragon Cider and Long Leaf IPA are two of our favorites.
Explore the endless trails and beautiful scenery the Blue Ridge Parkway has to offer. Below are some of our favorite spots. Rough Ridge & Beacon Heights (short hikes & great views) Moses Cone (walk up to the fire tower) Price Park & Hebron Rock Colony Linville Falls Table Rock
Proper is located in one of Boone's oldest buildings, the old jail house. Southern food with a modern seasonal slant. Our favorites time is brunch! Get the Fried Chicken, the Biscuit Baby, Maple Bacon, and Collard Greens.
Take the shuttle up to the top of Beech Mountain ski resort at 5506' elevation and check out the panoramic views. Grab a beer, cocktail, or snack and if you're lucky you can get a view of NC, TN, and VA. (Please note that 5506′ is only accessible by lift ride only. Lift tickets can be purchased in Ski Beech Sports, located in the resort village. There is no parking or drop-off at the summit.)
A favorite lunch spot downtown. Check out what daily specials they have. Favorites: Smoked Ham & Brie Croissant, Apple Walnut Salad, Gouda Heaven, Chipotle Tomato soup. Don't forget to grab a Magic Bar for dessert!
Delicious selection of craft beers, snacks, and great outdoor seating to enjoy the beautiful mountain days.
Stickboy kitchen is a must when we make it into town. A quick, but high quality breakfast/lunch spot. Be careful they are closed on Sundays! Favorites: PB&J smoothie, Son of a Gouda on a everything bagel, and the Mount Arti breakfast plate. Also, check out their other bakery location near campus.
You can't go wrong with anything here! Favorites: Kingston salad, Barbados boat, and the Cranberry Chipotle Salsa.
Fred's is your go to shop on Beech Mountain to get little things you may need, such as groceries, toiletries, and drinks. They also have a deli out back with outside seating.