Interior of a restaurant or bar with wooden decor, green booths, bottles and glasses on shelves behind the bar, and a mural of a forest scene with deer and trees.

Welcome to The Red Fox

Discover the vibrant charm of The Red Fox Mountain Tavern—voted Best New Restaurant 2024—where tasty lunch, dinner, and drinks await you in a warm and friendly atmosphere! Enjoy classic American dishes and exciting signature creations with an emphasis on fresh, quality ingredients and scratch-made preparation.

Tacos with fries, two margaritas with lime and salt rims, and bowls of salad and another dish in the background on a wooden table.
Bar interior with customers sitting on wooden chairs, a smiling bartender behind the counter, TV screens displaying news, and bottles of alcohol on illuminated shelves.
Person holding two bowls of food, one with fried fish and the other with a Southwest Bowl, in a casual setting.
Interior of a cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, green walls decorated with framed pictures, and a canoe hanging from the ceiling.
Overhead view of four people holding drinks for a toast, with plates of food on a wooden table. The food includes fries with a sub sandwich, a plate of chicken wings garnished with green onions, and a plate with roasted vegetables and a piece of meat
Fried fish with French fries, coleslaw, a lemon wedge, and a side of tartar sauce on a black plate. There is also a glass of beer on a wooden table.
Person pouring a cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into a textured glass with ice, surrounded by bar tools and ingredients.
Top view of several appetizers including pimento cheese dip, fried chicken wings with dipping sauce, and rosemary parmesan French fries.
Restaurant booth seating with wooden tables, framed pictures and signs on the wall, hanging pendant lights, and large windows allowing natural light in.
A cheeseburger with pickles, lettuce, cheese, and a beef patty on a bun, served with a side of mac and cheese on a white plate with a black napkin.
Empty restaurant with wooden chairs and tables and natural light coming in through large windows. There's a mural on the wall depicting a wildlife scene.
People sharing drinks and food at a restaurant table, including a glass of red wine, a margarita with a lime wedge, grilled fish, steak, mashed potatoes, and roasted vegetables.
Person holding a fried chicken sandwich with pickles, French fries, a small container of dipping sauce, a glass of beer, and a plate of fries and sandwich on a wooden table.

Ph. 828-283-8090

Please give us a call to make a reservation!

-Hours-

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday: 11:30AM - 8PM

Friday & Saturday: 11:30AM - 9PM

Closed Wednesday

Exterior of The Red Fox Mountain Tavern with a wood and stone facade under a blue sky.

– Conveniently located at –

562 Russ Ave, Waynesville, NC 28786

Enter from Russ Ave or through Walgreens’ Parking Lot