The Best Cellar - Menu

203 Sunset Drive, BLOWING ROCK, 28605, United States Of America, BLOWING ROCK

🛍 Wine, Cheese, American, Steakhouse

4.4 💬 2165 Reviews
The Best Cellar

Phone: +18282953466

Address: 203 Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock, 28605, United States Of America, BLOWING ROCK

City: BLOWING ROCK

Menu Dishes: 17

Reviews: 2165

Website: http://www.ragged-gardens.com/

"We decided to treat ourselves to a special birthday dinner while vacationing in Blowing Rock in September, as we had wanted to try this restaurant for years. We were looking forward to enjoying the elegant atmosphere and great food, but when we arrived, the place was busy. After waiting longer than expected, we were seated at a less-than-ideal table, despite another table being available nearby. Since we had made a reservation, we inquired about switching to a quieter area, but were told no, even though it was my birthday. We were left with the choice of sitting at a small table by a swinging door or leaving, so we chose to stay for the food and to enjoy each other’s company. That’s when the music started. It turned out that there was music happening on the lawn that night, something we were not informed about when we made our reservation. To make matters worse, our table was located near two bathrooms, meaning we dealt with constant traffic throughout our dinner from servers delivering food to outdoor diners and patrons going in and out. Each time someone passed through, a blast of painfully loud music from a large speaker just outside the door would flood in, making it impossible to hear one another. We asked again if any other tables had become available, but were told no. It was take this table or leave it. Before leaving, we spoke with the manager to express our disappointment. He simply replied, “Everybody knows,” with no regard for the fact that we were not locals and had no way of knowing about the music or the seating situation. Our frustrating experience didn’t seem to concern him at all. We won’t be returning."

Full menu - 17 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Seafood

Entrées

Vegetarian

Salads

Salad

Beef Dishes

Soups

Monika Monika

We had a wonderful experience dining outside on the covered patio. The food was fantastic! The atmosphere was lovely, enhanced by the live music coming from the lawn in front.

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Reviews

Brenda
Brenda

We had the best dinner here. It was way above a 5 star rating. Our waitress was Sissy and she went way above and beyond. Food was superb. If 10 was a rating, I would give it that. Food was excellent! Great restaurant!!


Janet
Janet

For the price food was average. Mussel's were overcooked, trout was fishy, everything else was ok. For a $300. Meal for us 4. Now that's appetizers also,it was average. But our server, Rocky was an excellent server. She was wonderful. You have a gem in a server


Jennifer
Jennifer

Food was well prepared. Scallops were cooked perfectly. Braised beef short ribs were tender and flavorful. My husband enjoyed the duck so much that he wanted to go back the next day, but unfortunately, they were closed. Service was good as well. Of the 3 restaurants we dined at during our time in Blowing Rock, The Best Cellar was hands down our favorite! View menu


Justin
Justin

My fiancé and I visited the restaurant to celebrate her birthday. The valet didn't park our truck and just waved us through, which was unexpected. However, our server Ri provided excellent service throughout the meal. I ordered the filet, and my fiancé chose the veal; both were delicious. The drinks were spot on, and we thoroughly enjoyed the Oysters Rockefeller as well. We had made reservations in advance of our visit.


Scott
Scott

Start getting into a great place for special occasions or if you want to take a trip and get out of Johnson City. The food ranges from above average to excellent, and the menu is very. Desserts are excellent also as is the coffee. To drive from Johnson City to blowing Rock has some really good scenery in views. I've been here about five times and will continue to come back. Try the rack of lamb or the duck comma and the oysters Rockefeller.


K
K

We eat there several times each summer, beginning about 2006-7-ish. We’ve never been disappointed in the food or service! The inn is beautiful, historic, impressive yet cozy so the ambiance is great. There are nice options for outdoor and indoor dining. The duck is absolutely amazing! I don’t remember ever having anything that wasn’t really good. I have to be gluten-free, but my husband doesn’t, and we’ve both always been very pleased with the menu options. View menu


Cathryne
Cathryne

We had dinner here at the end of 3 days in Blowing Rock. We were guests of the Inn which houses this restaurant so we had an idea of the quality to come. We started with perfectly made lavender old fashioneds and moved on to lobster bisque, followed by veal scalopine Marsala. For dessert, we went crazy, sharing the Granny Smith apple pie, créme brûlée, chocolate Kahlua toffee mousse cake, a chocolate martini and a chocolate espresso martini. Wow! So much fine food complete with a lovely ambience and excellent service!


Blake
Blake

Had dinner tonight and what a wonderful dining experience! Have tried to have dinner here several times but always forget to book a reservation weeks in advance. We live in Daytona Beach but have visited Blowing Rock 4 times this year. Our server Sissy was great as well as all of the supporting staff. The setting was romantically beautiful, the food was fabulous, and we loved the desserts. My Wife loved the wine, lobster bisque and Halibut with squash. We both agreed my Filet was the highlight of the meal. We were full but had to try the desserts. She had a chocolate mousse cake which was fabulous and I had their famous banana cream pie. Absolutely recommend this restaurant but get your rese...


Donna
Donna

We decided to treat ourselves to a special birthday dinner while vacationing in Blowing Rock in September, as we had wanted to try this restaurant for years. We were looking forward to enjoying the elegant atmosphere and great food, but when we arrived, the place was busy. After waiting longer than expected, we were seated at a less-than-ideal table, despite another table being available nearby. Since we had made a reservation, we inquired about switching to a quieter area, but were told no, even though it was my birthday. We were left with the choice of sitting at a small table by a swinging door or leaving, so we chose to stay for the food and to enjoy each other’s company. That’s when th... View menu

Categories

  • Wine A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity.
  • Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments. View menu
  • American Enjoy classic American flavors with our diverse menu, featuring juicy burgers, crispy fried chicken, hearty BBQ ribs, and fresh salads. Indulge in timeless comfort with each bite, crafted to satisfy all tastes.
  • Steakhouse Enjoy prime cuts of tender, juicy steaks cooked to perfection, served with classic sides. Indulge in rich flavors and savory seasonings that make each bite an unforgettable experience. Perfect for steak lovers.

Amenities

  • Takeout
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  • Mastercard
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  • Television

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