Blink And You'll Miss These 6 Tiny But Mighty Restaurants Hiding In North Carolina
Carolyn Harmon
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I’m a big fan of hidden gem restaurants in North Carolina. From Wilson to Fuquay-Varina, don’t be misled by the size of these six tiny but mighty restaurants in North Carolina. They actually cook up some of the best food in the state. While some are a bit out of the way and may be easy to miss, it is worth the drive to these tiny delicious eateries in North Carolina. Let’s take a look at some of the best places to eat in North Carolina.
1. Cafe Root Cellar, Pittsboro
2. WatersView Restaurant, Littleton
3. Salty Shores Seafood Calabash Style, Wilson
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4. Little Portugal, Fuquay-Varina
5. Irregardless, Raleigh
6. Carolina Smoke Barbeque Grill & Copper Still, Morganton
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While you’re exploring the Tar Heel State, check out some of these trails in North Carolina that lead to unforgettable places.
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What are the best hikes in North Carolina?
Now that you have some ideas for hidden gem restaurants in North Carolina, what about the best hikes in North Carolina?
Looking Glass Rock: This 5.4-mile out-and-back trail is located in Pisgah Forest. Along the way, you’ll get glorious views of the Appalachian Mountains as well as some gorgeous wildflowers during the season. This is also a well-known rock-climbing spot.
Deep Gap Trail: I love a long and pretty hike and this one hits both of those. Located in Yancey County’s Mount Mitchell State Park, this trail is 8.2 miles long. Get ready for a bit of an adventure as at some points you will need to rock scramble as well as use fixed ropes. But those Blue Ridge Mountains views are well worth any effort!
Which state parks should I visit in North Carolina?
Work off some of the best places to eat in North Carolina at some of the best state parks in North Carolina:
Goose Creek State Park: This 1,672-acre park is located in Washington. Here, you can explore eight miles of hiking trails or go swimming, but one of the most popular excursions is paddling on Goose Creek or Pamlico Sound.
Stone Mountain State Park: Located in Roaring Gap, this 14,472-acre park features a 600-foot granite dome. Enjoy 18 miles of hiking as well as opportunities for fishing and rock climbing.
What are the most scenic towns in North Carolina?
Take in even more of the Tar Heel State by visiting some of the most scenic towns in North Carolina:
Kitty Hawk: Located on the Outer Banks islands in North Carolina, this town is most notable as being the spot where the Wright brothers first flew their airplane. Enjoy 10.7 miles of shoreline and all of the recreation that comes along with it.
Boone: This town is located in Watauga County. Its name hearkens back to pioneer Daniel Boone. It’s a great spot to take in some of the area’s scenery through places like Elk Knob State Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Grandfather Mountain.