Healthy Food Spots in Blue Ridge

There are some delicious healthy food spots to dine in and pickup take-out food in Blue Ridge. Here are some of our faves:

A wholesome selection of fresh fruit, organic cheeses, delicious cold cuts, nuts and more combine in charcuterie boards at a couple of our local establishments. Not to be missed is Hook & Eye at the top of the Hampton Inn, featuring a great outdoor view over town with yummy dining (pictured above). Also for healthy eats that you can combine with a delicious glass of red wine, stop by The Pasta Market in downtown Blue Ridge. They also put together baskets and charcuterie orders for parties and gifts.

picturedHealthy Food with a View! Hook & Eye Rooftop at Hampton Inn Blue Ridge

Poke Jon's Bowl

Up on East 1st Street in downtown Blue Ridge a healthy food gem is serving up some of the most delicious fare... it almost can't be categorized as 'health food' (what a boring concept!). Poké Jon’s serves up fresh Hawaiian cuisine made your way and served fast with fresh ingredients, bold flavors and unbeatable taste. Vegetarian and Vegan friendly. They also have a Saki bar, beer and hard cider available. Eat indoors or on one of their outdoor patios. Check out their menu! Local Tip: On Friday and Saturday evenings they open up Sake Jon's a Speakeasy and Cocktail Lounge.

Side by side at the end of E. Main Street in downtown Blue Ridge are two local favorites for healthy mountain living... The Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company and Tupelo Tea. Owners Tom & Donna have artfully curated a selection of Italian olive oils and gourmet balsamic vinegars at The Olive Oil Company. The staff is happy to give samples of the delectable, healthy ways they combine. And at Tupelo Tea features over 100 delicious and distinct flavored loose leaf teas from around the world. Enjoy a cup of hot or iced tea, or a healthy tea smoothie. Taste both local & artisan honeys.

Mercier Apple Orchards photo courtesy @meaganbthompson

'An apple a day..." goes the old saying and Blue Ridge is so lucky to have the largest apple orchard in the southeast, Mercier Orchards, as its home town. Known as Southern Living Magazine's "favorite roadside apple market," but it is much, much more. Apples (and other in-season fruits) of many varieties are available year round. Healthy apple ciders, a tasting counter, vast selection of packaged goodies and a helpful, knowledgeable staff make Mercier Orchards a must stop on any trip to the north Georgia mountains. For over 80 years, the Mercier family has been welcoming visitors to taste the fruits of the mountains.

Cantaberry Restaurant in downtown Blue Ridge is a favorite lunch stop where the soup is the star in any season. Tomato Basil, Chicken & Wild Rice, and other soup specials are fabulous. Spinach salads with apples, cranberries, pecans and grilled chicken are simply mouthwatering and filling. Try a split... a cup of soup and a half sandwich. Specials change daily in this chef inspired fresh food eatery.

A pizza place with healthy food? Cucinella's Pizza a family-owned restaurant in Blue Ridge has been in the bread and pizza business since 1932, makes delicious Keto Bowls, and offer a cauliflower pizza crust.. Local tip: You can order food crispy or have it parbaked to take home and cook. Mystic Mountain Pizza a popular spot offering live music will provide a cauliflower crust upon request.

Want to just pick it up and go? Chef Eatz offers lots of healthy and delicious meals, nothing frozen, no preservatives and always fresh. Pick up a vegetarian lasagna, Blackened Mahi with fresh vegetables and Pecan Crusted Trout (gluten free) as well as many other healthy options.

If you want to sit and relax in a comfortable creative space, visit Mountain Mama's Coffee Lounge. Moe has something for everyone, organic fair-grade coffee roasted in Georgia, mushroom lattes, herbal teas and all of their syrups are meticulously crafted from scratch, using whole ingredients, from classics like vanilla and caramel to more adventurous flavors like lavender or banana. They partner with Folk Collaborative to bring you fresh pastries and baked goods, along with Avocado Toast and Herb Feta Focaccia, many options can be gluten free.

These were just a few of the healthy options you will find in Georgia's Blue Ridge. Visit our Restaurant Page and while you're there download our Where to Eat in Blue Ridge, Area Restaurants: Fun Eateries to Upscale Casual to keep handy during your visit here.