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/
47 locals recommend
Old North State Winery
308 N Main StThe 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/
27 locals recommend
Snappy Lunch
125 N Main StThis 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/
The Loaded Goat
247 City Hall StBEST 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/
8 locals recommend
Soho Bar & Grill
134 Franklin StFood 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 StreetGood 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 StreetOur 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/
Whit's Frozen Custard Mt. Airy
115 N Main StWe love the custard at Whit's Frozen Custard! Great staff
Pages
192 N Main StCoffee, 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/
10 locals recommend
Wally's Service Station
625 S Main StA 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!
17 locals recommend
Mt Airy Museum of Regional History
301 N Main StFantastic 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!
15 locals recommend
Earle Theatre
142 N Main StBoasts 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 StThe 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!
96 locals recommend
Mount Airy
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!
10 locals recommend
Wally's Service Station
625 S Main StIt's an iconic spot featuring Squad Car Tours, a replica of the old courthouse from the Andy Griffith Show, and a souvenir shop!
Andy Griffith Museum
218 Rockford StIf you love the Andy Griffith Show, this is a must-see!
Groceries
Walmart Supercenter
1140 E Stuart DrLowes Foods of Mount Airy
715 W Independence BlvdFood Lion
1215 W Lebanon StCity advice
Getting around
Close enough to walk!
Our location is quiet but central and you can pretty much walk to any of the historic local sites!
Getting around
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!