Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Cullowhee

"Wize Guyz Grille is often considered by many in the Cherokee area to be the best grill in the area. Well known for their amazing pizza and chicken wings, the restaurant also offers great service and a laid-back family atmosphere. The owners, Norma and Thomas, even come around to the tables to talk with customers and make them feel at home."

"Wize Guyz Grille is another great restaurant that offers a variety of dishes. They serve both Italian and American dishes plus pizza. Also, they have some vegetarian dishes but one of my favorites is their chicken wings."

"You’ll find this hidden gem tucked away on one of Waynesville’s side streets and it’s worth the short walk off the well-worn path. Here, you’ll find dishes prepared with local meat and produce sliding through the open kitchen to your table. The chef has designed a menu full of unique wine country-inspired cuisine and each plate has been created with a specific wine pairing in mind."

"On this hike you get the benefit of seeing two Smoky Mountain Waterfalls. The first is the 80 feet high Toms Branch Falls. The park service has installed benches so you can sit and admire the falls."

"For an unforgettable sunset view, head to Black Balsam Knob trail in Pisgah National Forest. It’s only about a 1-1.5 hour drive from Asheville, then a 10-15 minute easy hike to the summit, which boasts amazing views into the surrounding ridges and valleys below. In the summer, you can set out a picnic blanket and enjoy the last few rays of golden light to end your trip in the most beautiful way."

"Wandering Llamas, LLC, has brought joy to the Smoky Mountains for years by offering hikes with llamas. Yep, just walking along beautiful nature trails with a cute llama friend by your side. RELATED: 25 Of The All-Time Best Views From Mountains Around The World"