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Artisanal Restaurant, Banner Elk, NC

Artisanal Restaurant

4.9 (1782)
$50 and over
American
1200 Dobbins Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604

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2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Artisanal Restaurant is open seasonally from May-October end. Contemporary American Fine Dining in a rustic yet elegant environment. Innovative and progressive thinking in a farm to table approach, only working with the highest quality ingredients. This warm environment offers the best food and wine with excellent service. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Private dining room adjacent to the wine cellar available for events. The only available menu is a pre-fix style, with 5-6 choices per course, $105/ guest plus a service fee. We do not offer a kids menu however kids prepared to order off our pre-fix menu are welcome. Our Dress Code is Business Casual. Collared shirts are required, jackets are preferred but not required for men. No shorts, distressed jeans, hoodies, hats, or sandals/flip flops. Please dress comfortably for the weather for outside seating. For our Allergy policy and menu choices, please go to artisanalnc.com

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Phone number
    (828) 898-5395
  • Website
    http://www.artisanalnc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Bill Greene
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is located adjacent to the wine cellar. For smaller events, 16 or less, the cellar is the best option. For larger parties, up to 65 guests, a restaurant buy-out is an option. Minimums are required for events. Fixed menus are planned with the chef to accommodate guest preferences.
  • Location
    1200 Dobbins Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604
  • Neighbourhood
    Banner Elk
  • Cross Street
    Hwy 184
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment may be available on occasions
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,782 people are saying

Artisanal Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 5.0Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Overall

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Food

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Service

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Ambience

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Value

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Good for groups

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Great for fine wines

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Romantic

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Good for special occasions

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Artisanal Restaurant promises an unforgettable dining experience. Guests rave about the "fantastic experience" and "outstanding food and service." The ambiance is "terrific," and the creative menu features fresh, seasonal ingredients. While a few tweaks are suggested, patrons consistently praise the restaurant's commitment to quality, making it a "special dining experience."
1,782 Reviews

  1. alison

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an awesome meal. From the moment you drive up you know you are somewhere special.

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  2. Susan

    Atlanta24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A special dining experience! Our meal was delicious. We both had seafood and all was wonderful. Great service as always and excellent help from Bill with wine selection! Thanks to all!

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  3. Mary Beth VIP

    Charlotte20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have waited to experience this restaurant— the wait was worth it. Exemplary service, food and attention to detail. Nothing was missed, we loved it and can’t wait to return.

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  4. nORMA

    Asheville / Western North Carolina8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience. Good was delightful and service was fantastic.

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  5. Kathryn

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, service, and atmosphere! The set menu has many choices and everyone at our table was pleased!

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  6. Vince VIP

    Charlotte14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience. Food was outstanding with great variety to choose from. Can’t say enough about the staff from valet through checking in and wait staff. Will definitely return and recommend to others

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  7. Helen VIP

    Asheville / Western North Carolina39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful as always, food and service was amazing!

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  8. Charlie

    Coastal North Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect. We have eaten at great restaurants all over the world and this was one of the best

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  9. ellen VIP

    Charlotte4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and wonderful experience! Highly recommend.

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  10. jeff VIP

    Charlotte18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding in every way, with a complete commitment to quality. Very expensive, but unlike most high-priced restaurants, it actually delivers.

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FAQs

Artisanal Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 1782 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Asheville / Western North Carolina
  4. Boone / Banner Elk
  5. Banner Elk

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Artisanal Restaurant

1200 Dobbins Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hwy 184
  • Neighbourhood
    Banner Elk
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Bill Greene
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment may be available on occasions
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.artisanalnc.com/
  • Phone number
    (828) 898-5395
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is located adjacent to the wine cellar. For smaller events, 16 or less, the cellar is the best option. For larger parties, up to 65 guests, a restaurant buy-out is an option. Minimums are required for events. Fixed menus are planned with the chef to accommodate guest preferences.
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