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Rivers End Restaurant

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707 reviews#7 of 27 Restaurants in Bryson City$$ - $$$American Bar Pub

13077 Highway 19 W Nantahala Outdoor Center, Bryson City, NC 28713-9165+1 828-488-7172WebsiteMenu

Open now: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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Online ordering available here: https://noc.com/order-food/ Located at the intersection of the Appalachian Trail and the Nantahala River, River's End Restaurant has been serving hikers, paddlers and everyone in between since 1972. From delicious trout cakes and New York style pizza to hand-pattied veggie burgers and the infamous sherpas, River's End Restaurant has a dish for everyone. The Nantahala River provides beautiful views and plenty of entertainment while dining from riverside seats at River's End Restaurant.Serving breakfast (March-October), lunch, and dinner. Open year round.

PRICE RANGE

$5 - $18

Special Diets

Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Brunch

CUISINES

American, Bar, Pub

FEATURES

Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available

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Beefseeker

747 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

“Major Letdown....”

This is a tough one to write, as we really wanted to like this place. We had spent the morning rafting and enjoying the many amenities at NOC, and built up a tremendous appetite. There are 2 eateries available: one is a bar like setting,...More

Date of visit: July 2020

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augustwest11

64 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Pretty Average

Coming off the AT it was the first good meal in a few days. Get a seat on the patio by the river if possible to watch the kayakers. Got the chips & salsa for an app and the salsa was absolutely fantastic. Thick and...More

Date of visit: July 2020

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Cherry C

15 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Wonderful food

The food was so good. Wait time for food was a little long , but worth it. The flat steak sandwich was great.

Date of visit: July 2020

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287jefferyt

20 reviews

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Less than Mediocre

Don’t understand the positive reviews. Our experience included a long wait (batting flies) to finally getting our mediocre at best meal.

Date of visit: July 2020

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Bf1997

1 review

Reviewed July 2, 2020

Terrible!

If no circles were an option, I would have chosen it. Visited River’s End while on the Great Smoky Mountains Train ride. Visited River’s End online page and clicked on the ‘Online Order Now’ link. Signed up as a new customer and received the ‘Thank...More

Date of visit: July 2020

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DodoDidi

296 reviews

Reviewed June 4, 2020

The burgers are great,

With the river running next to you and the NOC personnel running the restaurant, it’s a nice meal no matter what you order. The hash browns were really good (it’s been a while) and the copper bowl on the restroom was one of the most...More

Date of visit: July 2019

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emilydorsett

8 reviews

Reviewed June 2, 2020 via mobile

Nice riverside view for lunch

We came here for a lunch after a very long hike. I had the spicy chicken sandwich with fries and my husband had the honey mustard wings and fries. My sandwich had good flavor and was cooked very well although it wasn’t spicy. Husband said...More

Date of visit: June 2020

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Englishpapas

50 reviews

Reviewed April 5, 2020

Must do

Awesome water views good food but a little over priced . directly on the Appalachian trail this is a great place

Date of visit: October 2019

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Purple0227

6 reviews

Reviewed March 6, 2020

Good meal on the river

This restaurant hangs over the river and you can watch people doing water sports while you enjoy your meal. It is a neat concept. The food and service were very good.

Date of visit: August 2019

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madisond286

15 reviews

Reviewed February 14, 2020 via mobile

Nice stop

We stopped by on our way to Asheville. Everyone is real friendly and the beer is cold! Def try the chicken quesadilla, it’s good! Great views of the water

Date of visit: February 2020

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David D

Do you allow dogs on the outdoor patio?

October 16, 2018|

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I would be surprised if they do not. However, worst case is you order take out and eat by the riverbank with your 4 footed friend.

David D

Do you allow dogs on the outdoor patio?

October 16, 2018|

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Service dogs, identified as such, allowed inside and out. Must be identified to management prior to entering. Other dogs are disallowed on the property.