A curated list of my favorite local businesses I truly love and support. If you’re nearby or just visiting, these are the spots worth checking out.
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GOOD FOOD ONLY 🌯
SUPPORT LOCAL FINDS 🛍️
COFFE DATES & SWEET TREATS ☕️
HIDDEN GEMS ✨
GET OUT OF THE HOUSE GUIDE 🌿
GOOD FOOD ONLY 🌯
The spots we keep going back to. Date nights, quick bites, and the places I’d recommend without hesitation.
This is our weekly tradition spot. The food is consistently so good and the service is amazing… to the point they already know what we’re getting when we walk in 😂
The Soul of Michoacan (Forest City ) 2270 College Avenue - Order Online
The kind of place that just feels like comfort food done right. One of our go-to spots when we want something warm and filling.
Rollin' RoCo | Forest City NC
A go-to spot for a quick bite. I always get the chicken nachos and they never disappoint.
Slim's Bar & Grill
My go-to sub spot. So good every time.
Main Street Market
A local favorite for a reason. The BBQ is always so good and it’s one of our regular spots.
Chimney Rock Smokehouse
A local favorite for a reason. The food is always so good and it’s one of our regular spots.
MARIO'S RESTAURANT
SUPPORT LOCAL FINDS 🛍️
The shops that make our town feel special. Perfect for gifts, self-care days, or just wandering around.
One of my go-to local spots. I love stopping in here… it’s one of those places that just feels special every time.
Mill Hill General Store
If you’re trying to be more mindful about ingredients, this is such a good local spot. They carry options that you can actually feel good about using.
Naturally On Main
This is my “just popping in” spot that always turns into finding something good 😂
Yokefellow Service Center
One of my favorite places to wander. You never know what you’ll find, but it’s always something good.
Next Door Used Books
COFFE DATES & SWEET TREATS ☕️
My go-to spots for coffee runs, sweet treats, and those slow, cozy mornings. These are the places I’ll always say yes to.
Everything here is amazing, but I come for the oatmeal cream pies every single time 🤌
Pie Safe Baking Company
One of my favorite spots to grab a coffee or something sweet. Such a cute little stop downtown.
Main Street Coffee & Ice Cream
HIDDEN GEMS ✨
The places that feel like a secret. The ones you tell your friends about immediately after going.
One of my favorite local finds. Fresh sourdough and baked goods that are always so good… I look forward to it every week.
Madi's Bread Shed
GET OUT OF THE HOUSE GUIDE 🌿
For when you want to get out, romanticize your life, or just have something to do that isn’t sitting at home.
One of my favorite places to go when I want to get outside and reset. The views are so pretty and it’s the perfect little adventure day.
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
The perfect little walking trail for slow days, fresh air, and a clear mind.
Purple Martin Greenway Trail
One of my favorite little spots to bring the dogs. It’s the perfect place for them to run and play.
