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The Gamekeeper, Boone, NC

The Gamekeeper

4.9
4.9
3421 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 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 Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,421 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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

    Great for fine wines

  • 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
The Gamekeeper offers a "wonderful experience" with a unique menu featuring game meats like elk, emu, and bison, "delicious food," and "top-notch service." Nestled in the scenic Boone/Blowing Rock mountains, it boasts "great atmosphere," "romantic and quaint" ambiance, and attentive staff, making it a "must-visit" destination.

3,421 Reviews
  1. Mark

    Coastal Georgia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and ambiance were wonderful. Our server gave us plenty of time between courses so we in no way felt rushed. Will plan on returning when the opportunity arises

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  2. Donna

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to The Gamekeeper. It did not disappoint. We loved everything about it. The setting of the restaurant is so beautiful in the mountains. It was beautifully decorated for Christmas. The food was excellent and so was the service. The staff was so friendly. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to others.

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  3. Tom

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another excellent meal at The Gamekeeper. Delicious meats and sides along with great ambiance.

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  4. Joe

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came in a group of 4 for a friend’s birthday who had been wanting to try it out for years. Everything exceeded expectations. One of the absolute best overall restaurant experiences we’ve ever had. Now hoping to go back on an annual basis.

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  5. Caitlin

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were absolutely amazing! The atmosphere is so cozy with the fireplace going and Christmas decor. So happy we tried it out!

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  6. Peter

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd visit for a special occasion. Did not disappoint. Service top notch. Food amazing. Cozy and lovely. Would have liked to have more than one vegetarian option. Go easy on those winding roads--it will be worth the trip!

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  7. Kelly

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, as always. Service and food were outstanding.

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  8. Savannah

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Gamekeeper never disappoints! The presentation is always amazing. The food, from appetizer to dessert, was delicious!

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  9. Jeff

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming for the past 3 years with friends and something has definitely changed. The potato soup used to be to die for but what we had tonight tasted like it came out of a can, definitely not the same portion . The menu was limited and very disappointing. In the past I have enjoyed all the different exotic meats. Tonight I ordered the antelope meatballs and they were the worst thing I’ve eaten there. My wife ordered the beet and blue cheese salad and it was a smaller portion and the taste was not the same. I also have a shellfish allergy and for the first time there was shellfish on the menu and it is all fried in the same fryer limiting the menu for me even more. We will be looking for another place to eat for our yearly special treat.

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  10. Heather

    Greensboro

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this place! We came specifically for the weekend to dine here, and it did not disappoint. We rented an airbnb across the street and walked over for dinner. We started with the Korean meatballs—savory and sweet. Then he had the Bleu salad, and then I had the venison osso buco and he had the elk. The meat was so well prepared, with complementary sides. Then we shared the pumpkin cheesecake. Portions were ample, i left with half of mine. Also warm bread and olive oil. Wine and a cocktail. It was 10 out of 10! Highly recommend. One of my favorite dinners of the year.

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FAQs

The Gamekeeper is rated 4.9 stars by 3421 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 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
  • Neighbourhood
    Boone
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • 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, Gender Neutral Restroom, 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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