Small towns can offer some of the best dining around. That’s especially true in Brevard, NC, where restaurants serve patrons their finest fares daily. During the summer, many customers prefer to dine al fresco—partly thanks to the wonderful temperate weather, but also because the area has some of the best views around!
Whether you’re dining out to enjoy nature or top-quality cuisine, Brevard has just what you seek! Here are some of the best spots for outdoor dining in Brevard, NC.
A note about Brevard’s Social District
As of February 2024, downtown Brevard has a six-block social district in the heart of town. The district allows people to responsibly drink alcoholic beverages purchased from participating businesses as they walk through a defined area of downtown. The city prepared for increased foot traffic by placing more outdoor seating in these areas. That means there are plenty of additional impromptu outdoor dining spots along the sidewalks of the social district in Brevard, NC.
Dolly’s Dairy Bar & Gift Shop
Why not start with dessert! Dolly’s Dairy Bar has been a local favorite for decades. Their homemade flavors run the gamut, and so do their flavor names. Enjoy classics like vanilla, peach, or rainbow sherbet. Or try one of Dolly’s Exciting Camp Flavors, uniquely designed by local summer camps each season. Dolly’s is located at the entrance to Pisgah National Forest, making it a perfect spot for outdoor dining, with rocking chairs on the porch and seating under the trees.
128 Pisgah Highway, Pisgah Forest | (828) 862-6610
Love Eat Thai
Love Eat Thai has all the classic Thai curries, soups, and noodles you crave (like Massaman Curry, Papaya Salad, Tom Yum Soup, and Duck Noodle). But they also serve Korean dishes and Japanese tapas, e.g. sushi. Whatever you’re craving, this Asian fusion spot is your one-stop hotspot. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available. Order your food to-go, or stay and enjoy covered outdoor seating on their patio.
144 E Main Street, Brevard | (828) 883-9299 | Website
Morning Social
Located in the Lumberyard District, Morning Social offers locally sourced, from-scratch breakfast and lunch all day. Breakfast standards like pancakes and eggs share the table with unique breakfast skillets and burritos. And brunch is never complete without choosing from the cocktails, beer, and wine available. Morning Social was born from its beloved sister location, Honey & Salt, which closed in May 2022. They keep the vibe alive through the same great food and menu items, while adding outdoor space, courtyards, beer, and great breweries next door!
170 C King Street, Brevard | (828) 877- 3773 | Website
Pescado’s Burritos
Contrary to their name, Pescado’s is more than just burritos. This fast food-style Tex-Mex restaurant also offers tacos, quesadillas, bowls, and more. Don’t miss their world-famous guacamole! In addition to enjoying their outdoor seating at the restaurant, you can also order a family-style meal kit to go. Find them in College Plaza, across from Brevard College, and next to Sunrise Cafe, another of our favorites!
Quixote Fine Cuisine
Quixote brings the tastes of authentic Mexican and international dishes to downtown Brevard for brunch and dinner. Homestyle cuisine inspired by the flavors of Guadalajara are prepared using the best fresh ingredients. Enjoy an appetizer or drink in their star-lit dining room or on the spacious patio (see photo above). Quixote boasts the most drink options in town! And don’t forget to ask your servers about the soup and specials of the day.
43 S Broad Street, Brevard | (828) 966-4554 | Website
Vescovo Neighborhood Eatery
If you think Brevard’s Lumber District is the wrong place to find a dry-aged steak or fresh seafood, you’re wrong. Vescovo (meaning “bishop”) is a local neighborhood eatery that brings the best tastes of Italy to the mountains. From Chilean sea bass with a Thai glaze to Joyce Farms chicken piccata, they bring a truly global approach to their menu. Save room for dessert—or a dessert cocktail, like their Godiva chocolate martini.
175 King Street, Brevard | (828) 885-7630 | Website
Wild Morel
Like uncovering a delicate mushroom on the forest floor, Wild Morel welcomes you to take pleasure in small things. But the restaurant has not skimped on quality or atmosphere. Instead, they take a farm-to-table approach to French and Italian-inspired rustic seasonal cuisine to deliver an upscale and unforgettable experience. Take your pick of dining locations; the restaurant features private and main dining room seating, a chef’s tasting room, bar seating, a covered porch, outdoor cocktailing area, and terrace seating on beautiful Main Street.
204 W Main Street, Brevard | (828) 883-4841 | Website
Fill your plate every day in Brevard, NC!
There are always fun restaurants to explore in Brevard, NC! Downtown is a vibrant and walkable hub of independent shops, boutiques, galleries, pubs, and eateries. As the seat of Transylvania County, the town has also distinguished itself as an epicenter for nearby outdoor adventures, education, art, and music. Tucked along the edge of Pisgah National Forest, Brevard is a hotspot for eclectic in-town living and big mountain views.
