On your next visit to the Yadkin Valley, would you like to check out the restaurants locals love? If so, join local foodie and Surry County native Travis Frye in his new video series, "Tasty Travels with Travis Frye," which features special dishes at mom-and-pop restaurants. Currently airing on local station Surry on the Go, "Tasty Travels" episodes are available to stream for free right here.
For those looking for another helping of sonker, Surry County's signature dessert, you'll discover several spots along the Surry Sonker Trail. Restaurants on the county's second culinary heritage trail — the Ground Steak Trail — make several appearances.
Fill your meal itinerary for your next visit with these videos, and stay tuned for more episodes of "Tasty Travels with Travis Frye," which will be added frequently.
Tasty Travels Episodes
Episode 1: All Sauced Up BBQ
In Pilot Mountain, Travis samples real deal barbecue and a ground steak sandwich at All Sauced Up BBQ. Watch on Surry on the Go or the video above. This restaurant is a stop on the Ground Steak Trail.Watch on Surry on the Go or the video above.
Episode 2: Central Cafe
Travis visits a local favorite in Dobson, Central Cafe, for a ground steak sandwich — all the way. Watch on Surry on the Go or above. This restaurant is a stop on the Ground Steak Trail.
Episode 3: Dairy Center
Serving customers since 1954, the Dairy Center is a staple on the Ground Steak Trail. Another specialty is homemade ice cream. Watch on Surry on the Go or above. Learn more about the Ground Steak Trail.
Episode 4: Cousin Gary's
Travis makes his way to Pilot Mountain for good food, warm hospitality and a special ground steak sandwich at Cousin Gary's. Watch on Surry on the Go or above. This restaurant is a stop on the Ground Steak Trail.
Episode 5: Southern on Main
Travis visits Downtown Elkin where he enjoys Southern On Main's top dishes including shrimp and grits, and their delicious take on sonker! Watch on Surry on the Go or above. This restaurant is also featured on the Surry Sonker Trail.
Episode 6: The Derby Restaurant
Travis returns to his grandfather's food stop, The Derby Restaurant. While there, he orders their famous chicken and dumplings, and his favorite dish called the Skillet. Watch on Surry on the Go or above. Come hungry and leave happy!
Episode 7: The Tilted Ladder
Travis finds himself in the heart of Downtown Pilot Mountain at The Tilted Ladder. Known for delicious burgers and pasta dishes, this location is also included on the Surry Sonker Trail. Watch on Surry on the Go or above. Come hungry and leave happy!
Episode 8: Harvest Grill
Travis visits the delicious farm to table restaurant, Harvest Grill, located on the grounds of Shelton Vineyards! Their delicious sonker dessert is included on the Surry Sonker Trail. Watch on Surry on the Go or above. Come hungry and leave happy!
Episode 9: Mermaids On The Go
Travis finds himself in Level Cross checking out a food truck that brings fresh seafood to the Blue Ridge foothills. People seek out this traveling kitchen for its fresh shrimp, fish and soft-shell crab. Watch on Surry on the Go or above. Check out Mermaids On The Go's Facebook page to see where the truck will be next.
Episode 10: Rockford General Store
Travis visits the Rockford General Store where history and flavor are served. Delectable sandwiches, including homemade potato bread, and homestyle desserts are favorites on the menu. Watch on Surry on the Go or above. This restaurant is a stop on the Ground Steak Trail.
Episode 11: Mill Creek General Store & Deli
Travis checks out a general store in Mount Airy known for its popular deli serving fresh sandwiches, wraps, and salads. Come hungry and leave happy!
Episode 12: Boo's Kitchen
Travis finds himself in the heart of downtown Mount Airy where he enjoys Boo’s Kitchen’s top dishes including a meatball parm hero, eggplant parmesan, and homemade lasagna. Come hungry and leave happy!
Episode 13: La Fuente
In Elkin, Travis samples real deal Tex-Mex food including delicious street tacos, and vaquero “the cowboy” at La Fuente. Come hungry and leave happy!
Episode 14: Kyoto
Serving downtown Mount Airy for over a quarter of a century, Kyoto welcomes Travis for a taste of fresh sushi, hibachi steak, and unique boba tea. Come hungry and leave happy!
Episode 15: The Copper Pot
In Surry County, at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Travis discovers “southern style cooking made with love” at The Copper Pot. This restaurant is a stop on the Surry Ground Steak Trail.
Episode 16: Heavenly Café
Travis makes his way to Mount Airy, for outrageously delicious breakfast bagels and burritos! Come hungry and leave happy.
Episode 17: Coming Soon
Episode 18: Coming Soon
Episode 19: Coming Soon
See updated episodes here, or by watching Surry on the Go.
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