6 Places to 吃 in 愉快的山 (And What to Order)

顾名思义, 愉快的山 is a place where visitors are invited to sit back, relax and take in the scenery. The restaurant owners and chefs here delight in the details, from sourcing ingredients locally to perfecting comfort food classics, ensuring that no matter where you dine, you’ll savor the flavors of this charming destination. Here are six places to try. 

73 & Main

The upscale American fare at 73 & Main, located in the historic Hosiery Mill, showcases the finest cuts of beef and a stellar selection of seafood, but it’s really the 100-strong bourbon lineup that steals the spotlight. Featuring rare and antique bourbons, including a locally distilled bourbon from Mt. 愉快的自己 Southern Grace 酿酒厂, the menu is a tour de force of impressive spirits. 吃晚饭, start with the crab and shrimp cocktail, then move on to the prime rib (so juicy) and lobster tails (nice and buttery).

Mt. 愉快的熏制房

When deciding what to order at Mt. 愉快的熏制房, you have your work cut out for you. The meats — smoked traditionally — are all delicious. 鸡胸肉是湿的, the ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, the burnt ends are crispy, the pork melts in your mouth and the pulled chicken tastes great piled high on a thick slab of Texas toast. Try any of the meats on a sandwich or enjoy as a platter with a choice of sides: hush puppies, 梅奥卷心菜沙拉, 炸玉米棒, 和更多的.

The Bakery at 愉快的山

Confections in pastel hues, 黏糊糊的肉桂卷, sugar-dusted奶油甜馅煎饼卷, buttercream-capped cupcakes… These are just some of the treats you’ll find at The Bakery at 愉快的山. Here, everything is made in-house and from scratch for a rotating menu that changes daily. Stop by in the morning for flaky croissants and warm blueberry scones or in the afternoon for fudgy brownies and chewy cookies. Housed inside the historic 1912 Lentz Building, The Bakery also serves up coffees and teas to pair with its decadent delights.

73酒吧

食物 fusion is the name of the game at 73酒吧. Though the dishes are Mexican, the owner infuses his Indian heritage into the cuisine in tasty ways, such as the Eastern-spiced tofu tacos. 北卡罗莱纳’s Southern culinary traditions show up in surprising places, 太. 取, 例如, the tacos stuffed with fried okra or the “Go Pantherita” margarita, a nod to the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. Opt for the made-daily guacamole as an appetizer, followed by street tacos and Mt. 愉快的 enchiladas — three corn tortillas loaded with shredded chicken.

Lentz咖啡馆

At Lentz咖啡馆, everything is imbued with a European feel. Sidewalk tables shaded by red umbrellas dot the patio. Locals linger over coffee and chat about the weather. Leashed pups doze under the watchful gaze of their owners. The menu leans into the Parisian bistro vibe, 太, with pastries like cream horns and crumble cakes, 美味的面包, 面包碗里的汤, green salads and stacked sandwiches. Must-order: grilled chicken sandwich with 信念波旁威士忌 barbecue sauce or the pimento cheese and bacon melt. Grab an apple cake for later.

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Do as the locals do and eat at What-A-Burger. A Carolina staple since 1969, this family-owned joint is the go-to spot for classic burgers expertly made. 关于 a dozen burgers grace the menu, from the original What-A-Burger with lettuce, 番茄, onion and mustard to chili-topped burgers. Conclude the meal with a heaping plate of funnel fries.

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This small community has so much to explore, from dining and shopping to museums, historic sites 和更多的. Continue the adventure in 愉快的山 with inspiration from our 小镇指南.