an adventure in fine dining

Serving Dinner Wednesday through Sunday 5 to 10pm | Bar Opens at 5

Serving Dinner
Wednesday through Sunday 5 to 10pm
Bar Opens at 5

How's about Thanksgiving at our place this year?

4 courses with choice of entrees and desserts. We still have a few 7:30 seatings available. Tickets are $150, $65 for children 12 and under. To reserve your spot or for more information give us a call (828) 963-7400.

Gamekeeper featured in Our State Magazine

“A High Country restaurant has made a name for itself by tapping into the wild side of fine dining. Inside the stone walls of The Gamekeeper, an avowed outdoorsman finds a connection to flavors past.”

EMU • BISON • VENISON • ELK • BOAR • MOUNTAIN TROUT • DUCK

EMU • BISON • VENISON
ELK • BOAR • DUCK
MOUNTAIN TROUT

The Gamekeeper Restaurant and Bar, located between Boone and Blowing Rock NC, is well known for interesting and delicious interpretations of Southern classics. The menu changes seasonally blending the traditional with the exotic, satisfying both meat and veggie lovers. Quality and care are evident in all we produce. The freshest of local ingredients and farm-raised meats are served. It is the ultimate marriage of fine dining and comfort food. You will leave sated and satisfied after your experience. Bar offerings are equally eclectic—Maitre D’ Jonathan Holley has curated an extensive wine list and a fun bar menu featuring a colorful array of craft cocktails, after-dinner drinks, local beers, and ciders.

Reservations Required

Please call for reservations for parties over 5, day of reservations, and if your desired time has been blocked off.

Our menu is seasonably variable comfort food with a focus on game, which features emu, bison, venison, elk, trout, duck, and of course a variety of locally sourced vegetables. We have an extensive wine list and a slew of fancy cocktails. All said, we’re most well-known for our bread pudding!

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The locally-sourced, seasonably-variable, game-focused menu appeals to the adventurous. Entrées feature emu, bison, venison, elk, salmon, trout, duck, and “Anteloaf”—a game-based meatloaf—and of course a variety of locally-sourced veggies. We smoke, cure, and preserve meats and vegetables on-site, and harvest garnishes and herbs from our own garden. Desserts also reflect our blend of traditional and exotic… bread pudding, gelato, sorbet, and vanilla bean ice cream, among others.

Gamekeeper is honored to have received Wine Spectator's 2024 Award of Excellence

The Award of Excellence is given to restaurants offering well-curated lists with approximately 90 selections or more. These lists feature quality producers and wines that diners wouldn’t easily find at local wine stores and drink at home. These wine selections also match the restaurant’s cuisine in both style and pricing, giving guests a well-rounded experience. More…

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Reservations Required

Please call for reservations for parties over 5, day of reservations, and if your desired time has been blocked off.

Valet Parking

Our driveway and parking lots are steep and can be difficult to access. We provide valet service for your convenience, however, if you would like to bypass the valet service, you are welcome to self-park.