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The Sweet Onion

39 Miller St., Waynesville, NC 28786
828-456-5559
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Ranked #5 of 55 restaurants in Waynesville
Cuisines: American
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Maggie Valley, North Carolina
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This Bistro has captured the classic blue plate special like meatloaf with a twist... such as Shrimp and Grits. Something for everyone!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

My wife and I had the best meal of the trip here. I had the fried chicken which was smoked and then battered and fried to finish. Best fried chicken. My wife's Weiner schnitzel was tender and very tasty. The staff was wonderful. Everyone we asked spoke very highly of the restaurant.

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Durham, North Carolina
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6 restaurant reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Overall, we had a great experience. The environment was very good and inviting. Food was delicious. We were going to arrive after closing, but called in advance to let them know, and they waited for us!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Loved our meals and the street corner ambiance. Plus, kudos to the staff for accommodating a move to a recently vacated booth. My wife loved her trout, and my short ribs were tender and had a great sauce. Also, met some nice folks from the West Coast who were having a mother/daughter get together.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW via mobile

On a whim my significant other and I decided to go out to eat and searched trip advisor for a place in Waynesville. We saw The Sweet Onion and to be honest, the photos of the Chicken fried stake reeled us in. Once we arrived we were greeted by a smiling face and after a short wait, we were seated... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013 via mobile

Stopped for lunch out exploring with the wife. Ate a great catfish sandwich with a cucumber and tomato sandwich. I recommend!

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Niceville FL
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We have eaten at the Sweet Onion in years past with first class service and excellent food. Service this year was good. Food was way below what we expected. Doubtful we'll be going back

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Whittier, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

The Sweet Onion was recommended to us by friends and by the wedding chapel where we were married. It offers a delicious meal in a very comfortable atmosphere. I had the most incredible, thick pork chops. My husband had a deliciously prepared fish filet that was mouth-watering.

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New Hampshire
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7 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

When my husband took me out for a birthday lunch at The Sweet Onion, we were hoping for healthy gourmet dishes and we weren't disappointed. Our salad entrees featured multiple ingredients that complimented my halibut and his tuna. I decided to splurge on the double chocolate cake for dessert. I was delighted with a generous portion topped with ice cream... More

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New Orleans, LA
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013 via mobile

Great place. Service very good. Had French Onion soup and Caesar salad. The salad wasn't to my liking, but soup was fab! Hubby had Wiernerschnitzel. He loved it.

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