Food for the body. Nourishment for the soul.

Some say the mountain air alone is enough to give you an appetite. Others would tell you that a brisk hike to Todd's Folly, an afternoon horseback ride to the top of Hemphill Bald, or a day of exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park will make you even more ready to revel in the bounty of dinner at the Ranch.

On a typical night’s menu, your choices could include prime rib, baked ham or herb-baked chicken. On another night, you could find yourself enjoying an old-fashioned cookout, with steaks, ribs, chicken and chops sizzling cheerfully on the outdoor grill while the soft blue peaks of the Great Smokies serve up the ultimate feast for the eyes. The evening’s entrees may vary, but they’re always plentiful. And always accompanied by fresh seasonal vegetables, hot dinner rolls, homemade jellies and desserts.

Lunch is also served every day. A hamburger and hot-dog cookout maybe. Or from a menu that includes fresh garden salads, homemade soups and deli-style sandwiches.

If you’re an overnight guest, both breakfast and dinner are included in your lodging rates. If you aren’t, you’re invited to join us any time, as long as space is available for that meal. After all, as most of our guests would tell you, Cataloochee cooking is an experience that was definitely meant to be shared.

What’s cooking at the Ranch

It’s not just about the food.
(But mainly, of course, it’s about the food.)

The real cooking: family-style dinners on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, with barbecues or cookouts on the remaining days.
 
On most nights, an after-dinner treat: live entertainment, from authentic mountain music to storytellers and magicians.

Dinner is served. Breakfast and lunch, too

Call (828)926-1401 for reservations.

Breakfast
Hearty family-style
8:00 - 9:30am
Every day
 Included for
overnight guests
$10 per person
(non-overnight guests)
Lunch
12:00am - 2:00pm
Every day
 Not included for
overnight guests
$8 - $12 menu
Dinner
Hors d'oeuvres 6:00pm
Dinner 7:00pm every night
Varies from indoor family-style dining to outdoor cookouts 		Included for
overnight guests
$29.95 per person
plus tax and gratuity
(non-overnight guests)
 

Cataloochee Cooking in your own kitchen

It’s not just a cookbook. It’s an adventure. This special collection of favorite Cataloochee recipes, compiled by family member Judy Alexander Coker, also features the history and stories of the Ranch from its beginnings to the present day. Buy your copy of the newest edition now, or try it out first by downloading a few of our more popular recipes.

Recipes included: “Zebra Cake” and “Miss Judy’s Onion Casserole.”

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