Eat & Drink - Burke County Tourism

Moondog Pizza

A dynamic, super-duper, awesome, cozy, hole-in-the-wall serving great homemade pie and local beer & wine.

Mountain Burrito

A Homegrown Restaurant specializing in mexican/appalachian food. Everything is prepared fresh daily with all menu items under $10.

408 West Fleming Drive, Morganton, NC, 28655

Casual Dining

Myra's Diner

Old Fashioned Sandwich & Ice Cream Shop. Car shows on Fridays in the summer.

212 Main St W, Valdese, NC, 28690

Casual Dining Golf

Papa's Grill at Silver Creek Golf Club

You don't have to play golf to enjoy Silver Creek! Papa's Grill is open to everyone and serves Chef Yvonne's American Comfort Food for lunch, Friday and Saturday dinner, and Sunday Brunch. Sit inside, or outside on the patio or in the pavilion, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Silver Creek.

4241 Plantation Dr, Morganton, NC, 28655

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Outdoor Attractions Wineries

Perry's Berrys- Pick Your Own Blueberry Farm and Winery

Perry's Berry's is located in the beautiful foothills of NC, just minutes from Lake James. Get your family outdoors and come experience the best blueberries the foothills have to offer. With over 2800 plants to pick from, be assured that you will have your pick of the best berries around.

1136 Browning View Road, Morganton, NC, 28655

Craft Beverages Fine Dining

Root & Vine Restaurant - Farm to Table with wood fired grill & pizza oven.

Their menu reflects a return to the prevalent sensibilities of today’s contemporary diners: quality, value and consistency. Boasting a wood-burning grill and a wood-fired pizza oven, root & vine’s scratch prepared New American cuisine is highlighted by globally and locally sourced ingredients, hand-cut meats, fresh seafood, Neopolitan style pizzas, and seasonal produce.

139 W Union St, Morganton, NC, 28655

Breweries Craft Beverages

SideTracked Brewery

Features beers with RR inspired names such as Cross Tie Brown, Whistleblower Sour, Light Rail Blonde, Thomas the Dank Engine New England IPA, Bessemer Process Pale Ale and the Weizenbahn Hefeweizen.

609 S. Green St., Morganton, NC, 28655

Casual Dining Golf

Silver Creek Golf Club

Silver Creek is a public golf course right off of I-40 between exits 96 and 98, just outside Morganton, NC, and is open year round. Take on the challenge of the 18-hole, par-72 Tom Jackson course while enjoying the gorgeous views of the South Mountains! Or just enjoy the beautiful scenery and a bite to eat at Papa's Grill. Information about tee times, memberships, hours and menu can be found on their website or Facebook page.

4241 Plantation Dr, Morganton, NC, 28655

Wineries

Silver Fork Vineyard & Winery

Silver Fork Winery’s beautiful tasting room and grounds provide a breathtaking view overlooking the vineyards and the majestic South Mountains. A fire pit and sunshades make the space comfortable and inviting.

5000 Patton Road, Morganton, NC, 28655

Wineries

South Creek Vineyard & Winery

Take in the panoramic view complemented by grazing horses, meander through the vineyards, and spend an afternoon of serenity at South Creek Winery.

2240 South Creek Road, Nebo, NC, 28761

Craft Beverages Distillery

South Mountain Distilling Company

At South Mountain Distilling Co., they plan to share their family’s history of making South Mountain Spirits. Their products are derived from family recipes, handed down for generations.

1027 Malcolm Blvd, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612

Casual Dining

Sterling Grill and Lounge

Local restaurant that features great wings, and drinks with a casual, fun, downtown atmosphere. The full service bar is open into the evening and is often accompanied by karaoke or other fun events. Come check out this family owned and operated grill in downtown Morganton!

116 N Sterling Street, Morganton, NC, 28655