Darryl (& Durenda)’s guidebook

Darryl (& Durenda)
Darryl (&  Durenda)
Darryl (& Durenda)’s guidebook

Food scene

The BEST food in town as far as quality. More high-end price-wise, but DELICIOUS! Great staff. https://oldnorthstatewinery.com/
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Old North State Winery
308 N Main St
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The BEST food in town as far as quality. More high-end price-wise, but DELICIOUS! Great staff. https://oldnorthstatewinery.com/
This is the oldest restaurant in town, it's been here since 1923. Andy Griffith used to eat there while growing up and many stars have stopped in as well! Limited menu/unbelievably low prices. Definitely an icon in "Mayberry"! http://www.thesnappylunch.com/
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Snappy Lunch
125 N Main St
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This is the oldest restaurant in town, it's been here since 1923. Andy Griffith used to eat there while growing up and many stars have stopped in as well! Limited menu/unbelievably low prices. Definitely an icon in "Mayberry"! http://www.thesnappylunch.com/
BEST burgers EVER! More of a sports bar feel.
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The Loaded Goat
247 City Hall St
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BEST burgers EVER! More of a sports bar feel.
Food is consistently good! They serve Asian and American as well as sushi. Lots of variety! https://www.sohomtairy.com/
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Soho Bar & Grill
134 Franklin St
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Food is consistently good! They serve Asian and American as well as sushi. Lots of variety! https://www.sohomtairy.com/
Good burgers and fries, amazing milkshakes! Take a step back in time! https://www.visitmayberry.com/attractions/walkers-soda-fountain/?category=eat
Walkers Soda Fountain
175 North Main Street
Good burgers and fries, amazing milkshakes! Take a step back in time! https://www.visitmayberry.com/attractions/walkers-soda-fountain/?category=eat
Our daughter and daughter-in-law work here! Very friendly and peaceful environment offering a variety of coffee drinks, smoothies, and pastries. https://www.keepsmilingalatte.com/
Keepsmiling A'Latte Kesson&Co., LLC
162 A West Pine Street
Our daughter and daughter-in-law work here! Very friendly and peaceful environment offering a variety of coffee drinks, smoothies, and pastries. https://www.keepsmilingalatte.com/
We love the custard at Whit's Frozen Custard! Great staff
Whit's Frozen Custard Mt. Airy
115 N Main St
We love the custard at Whit's Frozen Custard! Great staff
Coffee, smoothies and great books!
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Pages
192 N Main St
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Coffee, smoothies and great books!

Sightseeing

A fun souvenir store, like the old five and dime. Squad car tours available and a replica of the old courthouse on The Andy Griffith Show! http://www.wallysinmayberry.com/
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Wally's Service Station
625 S Main St
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A fun souvenir store, like the old five and dime. Squad car tours available and a replica of the old courthouse on The Andy Griffith Show! http://www.wallysinmayberry.com/
Fantastic museum! Fun for kids and adults alike!
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Mt Airy Museum of Regional History
301 N Main St
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Fantastic museum! Fun for kids and adults alike!
Boasts the second longest-running live radio show (second only to the Grand Ol Opry)! Saturdays from 11-1:30 you can listen to several different live bluegrass bands!
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Earle Theatre
142 N Main St
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Boasts the second longest-running live radio show (second only to the Grand Ol Opry)! Saturdays from 11-1:30 you can listen to several different live bluegrass bands!
The staff at the Chamber are very helpful. There are maps and lots of information on other area attractions
The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce
200 N Main St
The staff at the Chamber are very helpful. There are maps and lots of information on other area attractions
Blackmon Amphitheatre: concerts held here Thursday-Saturday nights from April through September (Mayberry Days). You can listen from the front porch or walk across the grass and join the crowd! Go to https://surryarts.org/shows/amphitheatre.html for more details!
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Mount Airy
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Blackmon Amphitheatre: concerts held here Thursday-Saturday nights from April through September (Mayberry Days). You can listen from the front porch or walk across the grass and join the crowd! Go to https://surryarts.org/shows/amphitheatre.html for more details!
It's an iconic spot featuring Squad Car Tours, a replica of the old courthouse from the Andy Griffith Show, and a souvenir shop!
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Wally's Service Station
625 S Main St
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It's an iconic spot featuring Squad Car Tours, a replica of the old courthouse from the Andy Griffith Show, and a souvenir shop!
If you love the Andy Griffith Show, this is a must-see!
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Andy Griffith Museum
218 Rockford St
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If you love the Andy Griffith Show, this is a must-see!

Groceries

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Walmart Supercenter
1140 E Stuart Dr
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Lowes Foods of Mount Airy
715 W Independence Blvd
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Food Lion
1215 W Lebanon St

Amacebiso ngesixeko

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Close enough to walk!

Our location is quiet but central and you can pretty much walk to any of the historic local sites!
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Too many fun stores to list

The entire historic downtown area has too many fun stores and restaurants to list. We've shared a few of our favorites, but feel free to explore and find yours!