Kelly's Mountain House

Average fare...needs a makeover.

I need to go back and give them a second chance. My husband and daughter thought it was grand, my shrimp was too chewy to eat.

Hubby and I stopped here for dinner when we went up to our cabin and we were very impressed with the food and the service. The waiter was very nice and attentive. He chatted with us and made our experience good. Small town service is so hard to find so I really appreciate it when I do find it. I had the ribeye steak and it was excellent. When I asked for it to be cooked medium rare they actually welcomed that and cooked it the way that I wanted it. I like my steak rare and I am tired of restaurants looking at me like am crazy and then not honoring it even though I ask for it. I find myself having to ask for it rare at alot of places just so it will come out medium rare. I really hate that. The veggies were flavored with garlic instead of boiled and bland like at most restaurants. The mashed potatoes were excellent. I really enjoyed the food here. Then the dessert. I had their double chocolate cheesecake and it was heaven in a slice. It was sooooo rich and good. My husband had, get this, the deep fried oreos. The waiter convinced him to try them and believe it or not they were so good! The price of the food here was really good too. It started out as we are the only people in the restaurant but then it picked up. The staff knew the other patrons by name which I loved. I just really love and appreciate the small town feel. So great food + great service = a really great experience! Next time we are in the area we will be back.