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The Gamekeeper, Boone, NC

The Gamekeeper

4.9
4.9
3399 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
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 3,399 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 Food

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Ambience

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Great for fine wines

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Good for special occasions

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gamekeeper offers an unforgettable dining adventure with its unique and delicious game-heavy menu. Nestled in the mountains, it boasts "exceptional service," a "charming atmosphere," and "stunning views." The restaurant is praised for its creative and flavorful dishes, making it a must-visit for special occasions and memorable meals.

3,399 Reviews
  1. Cyn

    Raleigh

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as always. Shay and the rest of the crew provided excellent service.

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  2. Emily

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful! The staff, valet, waiters and bartenders were all great! We were well taken care of and all of our entrees were delicious!

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  3. Sam

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was outstanding, the house beautiful and well appointed, the menu original, the execution of the kitchen perfect, and all the wait staff worked well together, not missing a detail. Give the restaurant a six out of five stars. Charlotte is not the culinary center of the universe, but it would stand at the top of the dining world if it was here.

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  4. Mark

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to dine there. It has never disappointed. Food and service were excellent.

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  5. DianneB

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First meal here. Will definitely be back. Food was excellent. Setting was awesome. Our waitress - Jennifer was so great!

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  6. Alana

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alan did a fantastic job taking care of of last night.

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  7. Lawrence

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch all around. Food, service and atmosphere were all excellent. They're cocktails are very well thought out and done. The food is delicious and unpretentious. The cost is on par with the dinner. So, while expensive, well worth it.

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  8. Peter

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I’ve ever had. The atmosphere was upscale but also cozy, the service was so attentive and the food lived up to the hype!

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  9. elizabeth

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Food was fabulous and service was spot on. We will be back again!

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  10. Amanda

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite restaurant atmosphere and food is superb!!!

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FAQs

The Gamekeeper is rated 4.9 stars by 3399 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 12 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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