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The Gamekeeper, Boone, NC

The Gamekeeper

4.9
4.9
3435 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
You haven't fully experienced the Blowing Rock, NC region until you've dined at The Gamekeeper. It's a true gourmet restaurant with an engaging blend of upscale elegance and mountain charm.


Famous for an evolving menu that blends the traditional with the exotic, The Gamekeeper features a selection of perfectly prepared game plus a range of continental and American entrees.

Acclaimed chef and owner Ken Gordon brings tremendous warmth and skill to the table treating you more as friends than guests. You'll experience a meal to remember that includes fine wines, decadent desserts, and a generous serving of personal attention. You'll leave happy and impressed with a desire to return soon!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Wild Game, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (828) 963-7400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Tyler Smith
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room that very comfortably seats 25 guests.
  • Area
    Boone
  • Cross Street
    100 yards up Shulls Mill Rd from the entrance to Yonahlossee
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,435 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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

    Romantic

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gamekeeper offers "an adventure in fine dining" with an exceptional menu featuring exotic meats like elk and emu. Guests rave about the "wonderful dining experience" and "impeccable service," highlighting the cozy yet upscale ambiance. Valet service and attentive staff make it a "must-visit" destination for special occasions.

3,435 Reviews
  1. Bradley

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience from parking to leaving. Incredible food.

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  2. Wayne

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was absolutely wonderful! Definitely recommended!

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  3. Destiny

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience! We arrived just before 7:30 and easily found parking. The staff were attentive and polite. The food was absolutely amazing. We ordered the mixed game grill starter, I highly recommend it! It was our first time here and also my first time trying emu and bison, they were so good. We ordered the emu fan fillet as our entrees and it was incredible. The cocktails were delicious, as was the dessert. We can’t wait to return to The Gamekeeper!

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  4. liberty

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is a diamond in the woods. Excellent food, service, and ambiance. Will definitely be back!

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  5. Emily

    VIP

    Atlanta

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chase was a wonderful waiter, the bartenders were kind and made great drinks, and the valet guys couldn’t have been nicer! The food was incredible and never disappoints!!! We had a delightful dinner and birthday celebration!

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  6. joe

    VIP

    Charlotte

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always a stellar experience with outstanding, well prepared, unique food, professional service, all in a idyllic setting. Thank you for making our special occasion dinner for four memorable.

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  7. Jerry

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great overall experience! Starting with the warm and welcoming location including the Charlie at the valet to being greeted inside and sat at our table to our wonderful server Shae. All employees were welcoming and greeted us. Great Team. The food was fantastic! Wish I was able to have the recipes for the Korean Meatballs and the Potato Soup. Delicious! The entrees and the desserts were also delicious. A very memorable night was made. Thank you to all that had their part in making it that way.

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  8. Shirley

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience - the staff was impeccable Quality of fool was superb from appetizer to main course to dessert. Thank you, Gamekeeper!

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  9. Josie

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic and Shay our server was even better. He gave the best recommendation and was a perfect addition to the wonderful meal we had. Highly recommend anything on the menu!

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  10. eli

    Coastal Georgia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente variedad calidad de comidas y bebidas, buen servicio

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The Gamekeeper is rated 4.9 stars by 3435 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for The Gamekeeper

3005 Shull's Mill Road, Boone, NC 28607

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    100 yards up Shulls Mill Rd from the entrance to Yonahlossee
  • Area
    Boone
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Wild Game, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Tyler Smith
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (828) 963-7400
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room that very comfortably seats 25 guests.
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