Restaurant Info
Bayou Smokehouse & Grill, nestled in the heart of Banner Elk, North Carolina, offers a vibrant fusion of Texas and Louisiana cuisines in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Since opening in 2003, this beloved establishment has become a staple for locals and visitors alike. The menu boasts a variety of dishes, including Texas-style smoked beef brisket, spicy Cajun shrimp gumbo, crawfish étouffée, and hearty ribeye steaks. For those seeking a sampling of flavors, the Cajun Sampler provides a delightful mix of shrimp creole, gumbo, red beans and rice, and smoked sausage. Vegetarian options and a children’s menu ensure there’s something for everyone. Guests can enjoy their meals in several charming settings: the cozy indoor dining area, the dog-friendly outdoor deck, or the inviting courtyard equipped with lawn games. The adjacent Bayou General Store adds to the experience, offering a selection of wines at store shelf prices with no cork fee—a unique “Wine Amnesty” policy. Live music on Tuesday evenings during the summer enhances the lively atmosphere. Whether you’re in the mood for a casual brunch, a hearty dinner, or a refreshing drink with friends, Bayou Smokehouse & Grill provides a welcoming environment and flavorful dishes that capture the essence of Southern hospitality.
Contact Info
130 Main St E, Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-898-8952
Hours of Operation
Sunday – 11am – 12am
Monday – 11am – 12am
Tuesday – 11am – 12am
Wednesday – 8am-12am
Thursday – 8am-12am
Friday – 8am-12am
Saturday – 8am-12am
LUNCH MENU
APPETIZERS
CHAR GRILLED OYSTER
NC OYSTERS, GARLIC, PARMESAN BUTTER
$ 18.00
SWAMP BITES
MARINATED WILD CAUGHT ALLIGATOR, CREOLE MUSTARD SAUCE
$ 16.00
FRIED PICKLED OKRA
HAND BREADED WITH A GRIS GRIS SAUCE.
$ 12.00
BIG EASY BBQ SHRIMP
$ 14.00
WINGS
WINGS (8) -$14.00 | WINGS (14) -$20.00
LUNCH SALADS
BLEU BAYOU
SPRING MIX, CANDIED PECANS, BLUEBERRIES, BLEU CHEESE, CRISPY TASSO, BALSAMIC VINIAGRETTE.
Add Chicken $6.00| Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 16.00
HOUSE SALAD
ROMAINE, TOMATOES, ONIONS, CUCUMBERS, CHEEASE, FIRECRACKERS, CHOICE OF DRESSING
Add Chicken $6.00| Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 13.00
SALAD EVANGELINE
HOUSE SALAD, BLACKENED SHRIMP & CRAWFISH, FRIED GREEN TOMATOES, REMOULADE
Add Chicken $6.00| Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 18.00
LUNCH CAJUN BOWLS
RED BEANS & RICE
BOWL OF SLOW SIMMERED RED BEANS, RICE
Add Andouille $5.00
$ 12.00
ANDOUILLE GUMBO
CAJUN STEW OF TRINITY ANDOUILLE, OKRA, RICE, CHOICE CHICKEN OR SHRIMP
Cup $6.00| Bowl $8.00 | Both Meats $6.00
CRAWFISH ETOUFEE
THICK , FLAVORFUL, STEW OF CRAWFISH IN A SPICE ROUX SAUCE
$ 24.00
LUNCH ENTREES
SIGNATURE SMOKED BAR-B-QUE
IN HOUSE SLOW SMOKED BRISKET, CHICKEN QUARTERS, AND ANDOUILLE. SERVED WITH (2) SIDES
(1) MEAT $16.00| (2) MEATS $22.00 | (3) MEATS $28.00
(1) MEAT $16.00| (2) MEATS $22.00 | (3) MEATS $28.00
16OZ CENTER CUT RIBEYE
CHAR-GRILLED TO TEMP AND SERVED WITH (2) SIDES
$ 50.00
SLOW SMOKED BRISKET SANDWICH
CHOPPED BRISKET, ONION, PICKLE, BBQ SAUCE, SERVED WITH (1) SIDE
$ 15.00
CHEESEBURGER
COOKE TO TEMPERATURE, MAYO, LETTUCE, TOMATO, ONION, PICKLE. SERVED WITH (1) SIDE
Add Bacon $1.00
$ 16.00
SEAFOOD PO' BOY
LETTUCE, TOMATO, ONION, PICKLES, REMOULADE, BLACKENED OR FRIED SHRIMP
CHOICE OF FRIED OYSTER $18.00
$ 16.00
CHICKEN SANDWICH
BLACKENED OR GRILLE OR FRIED, MAYO, LETTUCE, ONION, PICKLE, SERVED WITH (1) SIDE
Add Bacon $1.00
$ 16.00
DINNER MENU
APPETIZERS
CHAR GRILLED OYSTER
NC OYSTERS, GARLIC, PARMESAN BUTTER
$ 18.00
SWAMP BITES
MARINATED WILD CAUGHT ALLIGATOR, CREOLE MUSTARD SAUCE
$ 16.00
STUFFED PORTOBELLO
CAJUN CRAB STUFFING, TASSO PEPPER JAM
$ 14.00
FRIED PICKLED OKRA
HAND BREADED WITH A GRIS GRIS SAUCE.
$ 12.00
BIG EASY BBQ SHRIMP
$ 14.00
ROYAL STACK
$ 12.00
WINGS
WINGS (8) -$14.00 | WINGS (14) -$20.00
SALADS
BLEU BAYOU
SPRING MIX, CANDIED PECANS, BLUEBERRIES, BLEU CHEESE, CRISPY TASSO, BALSAMIC VINIAGRETTE.
Add Chicken $6.00| Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 16.00
HOUSE SALAD
ROMAINE, TOMATOES, ONIONS, CUCUMBERS, CHEEASE, FIRECRACKERS, CHOICE OF DRESSING
Add Chicken $6.00| Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 13.00
SALAD EVANGELINE
HOUSE SALAD, BLACKENED SHRIMP & CRAWFISH, FRIED GREEN TOMATOES, REMOULADE
Add Chicken $6.00| Add Shrimp $8.00
$ 18.00
CAJUN BOWLS
RED BEANS & RICE
BOWL OF SLOW SIMMERED RED BEANS, RICE
Add Andouille $5.00
$ 12.00
ANDOUILLE GUMBO
CAJUN STEW OF TRINITY ANDOUILLE, OKRA, RICE, CHOICE CHICKEN OR SHRIMP
Cup $6.00| Bowl $8.00 | Both Meats $6.00
CRAWFISH ETOUFEE
THICK , FLAVORFUL, STEW OF CRAWFISH IN A SPICE ROUX SAUCE
$ 24.00
JAMBALAYA
ANDOUILLE, CHICKEN, TRINITY, CAJUN SPICES, SERVED WITH RICE
$ 18.00
CREOLE SHRIMP & GRITS
CREOLE SHRIMP, TASSO GRAVY, GRITS
$ 24.00
ENTREES
SIGNATURE SMOKED BAR-B-QUE
IN HOUSE SLOW SMOKED BRISKET, CHICKEN QUARTERS, AND ANDOUILLE. SERVED WITH (2) SIDES
(1) MEAT $16.00| (2) MEATS $22.00 | (3) MEATS $28.00
(1) MEAT $16.00| (2) MEATS $22.00 | (3) MEATS $28.00
CHEESEBURGER
COOKE TO TEMPERATURE, MAYO, LETTUCE, TOMATO, ONION, PICKLE. SERVED WITH (1) SIDE
Add Bacon $1.00
$ 16.00
16OZ CENTER CUT RIBEYE
CHAR-GRILLED TO TEMP AND SERVED WITH (2) SIDES
$ 50.00
BAYOU PO' BOY
STUFFED WITH SAUTEED ONIONS, PEPPERS, ANDOUILLE, SHRIMP, CRAB, CRAWFISH, SMOTHERED IN A PARMESAN CAJUN CREAM SAUCE
$ 15.00
SIDES
GREEN BEANS
SWEET POTATO TOTS
SIDE SALAD
SUB FOR SIDE
$ 3.00
COLESLAW
COWBOY BEANS
BAKED POTATO
SUB FOR SIDE
$ 2.00
MAC N CHEESE
FRIES (PLAIN or CAJUN)
DESSERTS
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE
MARINATED STRAWBERRIES, POUND CAKE, BOUROBON WHIPPED CREAM
$ 9.00
BANANA PUDDING
FRESH BANANA, BOUROBON WHIPPED CREAM
$ 9.00
PECAN PIE
FRESH BANANA, BOUROBON WHIPPED CREAM
Add Ice Cream $1.00
$ 9.00
BROWNIE A LA MODE
CHOCOLATE BROWNIE AND VANILLA CREAM
$ 9.00