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If you have not experienced the great music, that is being offered here in this unique restaurant and Lounge you
are truly missing out! It is rapidly becoming THE place to be on Friday and Saturday nights with music to fit every
taste.

Great food at reasonable prices, a fantastic bar with wide screen TV's, outdoor seating and music!
Located
downstairs from the Valley Market in Lake Lure.
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  THE COOLEST PLACE IN TOWN!
                                     828-625-2007
  • PIZZA*PASTA*RIBS*STEAK*SEAFOOD
  • Family owned and operated in North Carolina for over 30 years
  • Beautiful vistas abound from the elevated 88 seat covered patio and the 146 seat dining room. Part of
    the dining room can be reserved for private parties and meetings (Call 828-625-1118 for details and
    availability).
  • La Strada also has a full bar with extensive wine, beer, liquor, and frozen beverages. The entire dinner
    menu is available for carry out as well! (Please phone ahead for carryout.)

A DINING EXPERIENCE!
SERVING STEAKS,SEAFOOD,VEAL,CHICKEN, AND RACK OF LAMB
               A GREAT WINE LIST AND FULL BAR

  • Located with a beautiful view of Lake Lure  and close  to everything!

  • Built in am historical building in Lake Lure and originally know as The Log Shop" you will love our views and FOOD!

  • Call us at :828)625-4380 ( Reservations Suggested
  • E-Mail Us!
Duncan's Bar-b-que has been serving the area since 1967.
We specialize in hickory smoked Bar-b-que pork, both sliced and minced, hickory smoked ribs, sold by the
portion, pound, or  rack, delicious Bar-barb-que Chicken, and all beef jumbo hot dogs.
Dinners include some of the best homemade slaw and baked beans in the area.

Located along the river in Chimney Rock Village, we offer riverside picnic tables with a beautiful view of the
Rocky Broad River and surrounding mountains.   Open Thursday - Sunday and weekends only during the
Winter catering Available. Jan and Dave Duncan Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC 828-625-1579 E-mail:  
dbarbque@bellsouth.net
The Veranda Restaurant exemplifies the southern traditions of service, presentation and fine dining fare.

The Veranda Restaurant features local favorites and chef designed entrees served either indoors or on the veranda
overlooking the beautiful scenery of Lake Lure. Local favorites like rainbow trout, along with fresh seafood and steaks,
are sure to please any palate. Join us for our exceptional lunch buffet Tuesdays through Fridays from 11:00 a.m.
until 2:00 p.m. Dinner is served Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
The Inn is also famous for its lavish Sunday brunch, served every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 pm.

THE BACKDOOR RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE!
LA STRADA AT LAKE LURE
POINT OF VIEW RESTAURANT
THE WATER OAK RESTAURANT
The Water Oak Restaurant has many offerings for visitors and locals alike.

Our atmosphere is understated elegance from our rustic farmhouse façade, to the warm homelike interior.  You are
sure to feel comfortable with the earth toned colors and golden soft pine floors.  

You may dine outside on our garden patio (weather permitting) in spring, summer, and fall.  Sit at our beautiful maple
bar and enjoy a cocktail, beer, or glass of wine.  The Water Oak also offers a private dining room that can facilitate up
to forty people, white linen tables, real sterling silver service, and uncompromised food quality.                                  
 
Join us for a dinner you will not forget
DUNCAN'S BAR-B-QUE!- THE BEST IN THE SOUTH!
THE 1927 LAKE LURE INN AND SPA!
A TRUE MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE!
La Strada
A TRUE MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE!
The Best Place to Gather!
THE TIKI BAR AT THE GENEVA RIVERSIDE
Enjoy a taste of the islands along side a mountain river and beautiful pool at our new Tiki
Bar & Grill.
Enjoy your favorite dishes accompanied by a cool beverage.  The Tiki Bar & Grill is 90' of deck along side our pool and
overlooking the Rocky Broad river.

'April - October - Open 7 days with live music Sundays - 3:00 - 6:00

November - Open T,F,S,S, December - March - Open F,S,S
RUMBLING BALD RESORT ON LAKE LUKE LURE
Three Restaurants and one incredible Dinner Cruise ensure we cater to your desires when visiting
Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure
.  Whether you want to savor the fine dining experience at Lakeview or just enjoy a
casual lunch after your round, you will find the dining experience that’s right for you, right here.  Choose from the links on the right
to see more information about all of our restaurants.
And, for special events ranging from holiday parties to a wedding reception of your dreams, Rumbling Bald Resort can orchestrate
the perfect event. We accommodate groups up to 300 people for every kind of event imaginable, be it a barbecue on the beach or a
Champagne evening, dancing on the terrace overlooking the lake. For group information please contact Kathy Dinatali at 828-694-
3013
        Click on a Restaurant Image and Visit us TODAY!
BELLA AT THE ROCK- LOCATED IN HISTORIC CHIMNEY ROCK!
           VISIT BELLA- LOCATED IN THE VERY HEART OF CHIMNEY ROCK!



  • GREAT PARKING,                                                             
  • GREAT OUTDOOR SEATING WITH VIEWS
  • AND THE BEST ITALIAN FOOD IN THE AREA!

     FOR THE BEST,Authentic homemade Italian meatballs, sausage, pizza, paninis and gelato!
                                              Main Street Chimney Rock
                                                   (828) 625-1213
The Coffee Place and Good Enuf 2 Eat


Located at 123 W 2nd Street, Rutherfordton

Restaurant hours are Monday - Saturday 7am - 3pm.  

Features a full breakfast menu, Davis Do-Nuts, and a full lunch menu.

Owners are Angie and Barbara, a mother/daughter team.  Some of you might remember that Angie ran Legends at Bald Mountain
for a couple of seasons  in 1999 and 2000.
THE COFFEE PLACE AND GOOD ENUF 2 EAT- IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN RUTHERFORDTON