There’s something almost comical about watching someone drive two hours for breakfast, but after one meal at Smith’s Restaurant in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, you’ll understand the motivation behind ...

Next time you're traveling through North Carolina's Queen City, treat yourself to some of the region's best eats. Here are ...

One paper carton of chopped pork slaw and old school cornbread is the reason this Ayden barbecue icon became a legend.

“Lewis Barbecue Charleston has a relaxed, family-friendly vibe with a fun mix of quirky decor,” the website said. “You’re in ...

From Raleigh to Wilmington, discover North Carolina restaurants serving irresistible sweet potato dishes that make fall the ...

A year after Helene, these Western North Carolina towns are ready and excited for you to come visit again. Find a place to spend the weekend, try out a new hike, or do some early holiday shopping, ...

"Jettie Rae's Oyster House is a neighborhood seafood spot in Asheville, North Carolina. They serve up the classics-shrimp, oysters, lobster rolls, and the like-in a warm, welcoming space. Due to the ...

Welcome to Boone. This lively college town perches high in the Blue Ridge Mountains where everyone feels like a neighbor. The downtown streets are filled with red brick buildings and smiling faces at ...

If western North Carolina is on your travel horizon this fall, book a stay at one of Asheville’s newest—and oldest—properties, The Flat Iron Hotel. Located downtown in an iconic historic 1920s-era ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Southern Living ranks six NC barbecue joints among South’s top 50 spots in 2025. Skylight Inn in Ayden and Lexington Barbecue lead ...