Granny’s Kitchen

1098 Painttown Rd. (US 19N)
Cherokee NC 28719
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Granny’s Kitchen, a cherished family-owned and family-run restaurant in Cherokee, NC, has been a culinary staple for over three decades. Founded by Ray and Teresa Williamson in 1984, the establishment boasts a genuine family atmosphere, with their sons, daughter, and daughter-in-law actively involved in the business.

Teresa, a proud member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, received the Minority Enterprise Development Award in the Restaurant Business category in 2007. Granny’s Kitchen is a TERO certified business, ensuring quality service through Qualla-T customer service training. Beyond the restaurant, their catering services have contributed to numerous cultural events, earning the Granny’s Kitchen crew the Duke Energy Citizenship Award for community service.

Ray, Teresa, and the entire family welcome visitors to experience the homey ambiance and delicious country fare that keeps patrons returning time and again.