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The Gamekeeper, Boone, NC

The Gamekeeper

4.9 (3473)
$50 and over
American
3005 Shull's Mill Road, Boone, NC 28607

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
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 Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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

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What 3,473 people are saying

The Gamekeeper reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 5.0Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Overall

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Food

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Service

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Ambiance

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Great for fine wines

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Romantic

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Good for special occasions

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gamekeeper offers a unique dining experience with "wonderful game meat cooked to perfection" and a diverse menu featuring options like bison and elk. Guests consistently praise the "fantastic service" and "cozy ambiance," making it ideal for special occasions. The restaurant's staff is "professional and personable," ensuring memorable visits.
3,473 Reviews
  1. FRANK VIP

    East Tennessee6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. Summer, our waitress, was one of the most plesant and efficient servers that we have had in a long time. We have eaten here before and took friends for their first visit, food and experience exceeded expectation. You have set a bar that will be hard to top!

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  2. Anita VIP

    Atlanta22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! Had potato soup and consommé as starter. Partner had briskek; I had lamb as mains. Food was delicious. Only downside was we waited almost half an hour between being served first course and second! When we mentioned it to a server, the manager almost immediately uh at our table with apologies and assured us he would make it right. He did. Our wine was comped which we felt was more than fair for our issue. Recommend highly. We will return.

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  3. Sheila

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our birthday dinner was absolutely delightful. Welcoming atmosphere, attentive and courteous service, and every bite was full of flavor. We always come here when we’re in town, and it never disappoints. A truly enjoyable meal that left us smiling and satisfied.

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  4. Charles

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we have dined there it has been a culinary experience. Keep doing what your doing.

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  5. Craig

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful game meat cooked to perfection. Bison Short Ribs were the table favorite.

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  6. Dave

    Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an outstanding experience, literally one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve ever had. Our server was absolutely amazing. She added so much value to our evening.

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  7. Lynne VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Burrata salad, elk and lamb were outstanding! My husband loves elk but we rarely can find it where we are from so we're very happy to experience it here at The Gamekeeper! Service was top notch and kudos for having our car ready and waiting for us as we left the restaurant - that was a first and such a pleasant surprise!

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  8. Brent

    Coastal North Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was fantastic, friendly, knowledgeable, and well mannered. Atmosphere and ambiance were terrific. Food was exceptional, different types of wild game on menu so you can try new things. Will def be back next time we are in the area.

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  9. jacob

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious unique food options you can’t find anywhere else. Service was good with a friendly staff that was attentive. Would come back again.

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  10. Mark VIP

    Virginia76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food and great service. Always worth the drive.

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The Gamekeeper is rated 4.9 stars by 3473 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 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
  • Neighborhood
    Boone
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 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
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