Caffe Rel

This chic, French-inspired restaurant stands in stark contrast to the neighboring businesses: the Hot Spot gas station that share the building, Bennett’s Gun Exchange, and S&S Auto Parts. Highbrow appetizers like lamb lollies and brandied chicken livers share the menu with substantial sandwiches like The John Gotti—capicola, pepperoncini, salami, provolone, and balsamic vinegar on French bread—and entrées like rack of lamb. The blue crab bisque is a meal in itself. (828) 369-9446