University of nc crafts in Blowing Rock, North Carolina

The Town Tavern is a popular sports bar and restaurant located on Main Street in historic downtown Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Open every day for lunch, dinner, and late-night bites, we offer a casual dining experience with a menu featuring delicious wings, NC barbecue, burgers, salads, wraps, sandwiches, appetizers, and desserts. With 19 flat screen TVs, you can catch the game while enjoying the largest outdoor dining area in the High Country. Established in 2013, The Town Tavern has quickly become a favorite among locals and travelers alike. We hold full ABC permits and offer a wide selection of premium spirits, local and regional craft beers on tap, and bottled beer options. Join us for live music on Fridays, karaoke on Saturdays, and special events throughout the week. Be sure to check out our live music and events calendar for upcoming happenings.

Rhode's Motor Lodge is a charming lodging institution located at 1377 Blowing Rock Road in Boone, North Carolina. Situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this modern hotel offers guests the nostalgia of a drive-up motor inn combined with the warmth of a mountain lodge experience. The expansive porch with a fire pit, rocking chairs, and communal tables welcomes guests, while the lobby features a hearth, chalet-style banquet, cozy den, games, and a pool table. Canteen, the in-house bar and restaurant, serves creative homestyle dinners and offers a selection of local craft beer, ciders, wine, and cocktails. The hotel features 54 rooms with king beds, double queens, daybeds, and adjoining rooms, all facing the southern sky and the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains. Some rooms even have balconies for guests to enjoy the stunning views.