If you’re in the area for a night or two, this is worth dropping by for a few drinks. Seems to be a good mix of locals and tourists. Not the best in the world, but it’ll do for your bar fix, especially for the immediate area.

I was introduced to Nick and Nates by Book-M-Danno who has a cabin about 20 min from Waynesville. Probably the best beer bar until you get to Ashville. They have a nice bottle selection with brews from all over including Bells, DFH, Highlands, etc. The food is good but generally heavy (it won’t help your diet). The wait staff is attentive and pleasant but I must say I don’t know what it would be like if it were crowded (and I think this place fills up on weekend evenings). Pleanty of TVs to occupy your mind. All and all, a good place to stop if you are not going to make it to Ashville or are staying locally.