The Depot at Cody Creek, Dobson, NC revisited

Saturday night, we took advantage of being on Interstate 77 near Dobson, NC which happens to be the location of The Depot at Cody Creek.

Since we were heading north, we got off at Route 67 exit which when followed east takes you to Boonville.  It's about five miles over to Boonville, and then probably eight or nine miles north on Route 601.  The entrance to Cody Creek sneaks up on you, but once you cross Route 268 it's only two or three miles on the left, so just watch for it.  You get to enter by twisting little single lane road that takes you through a covered bridge to a park like setting complete with Chapel and Country Store.

It actually a little closer drive from the the Interstate if you get off at Zephr Road which is the Dobson exit for Interstate 77.  It you follow that to Route 601, the restaurant is just a couple of miles south on Route 601 on the right.

The  size and scale of the Depot at Cody Creek is impressive for the area.  They even provide tickets for free ice cream at the Country Store if you show up without reservations and have to wait for a table.  In fact the Depot only takes reservations for groups that are eight or larger.

Our first experience at the Depot was last December when we went with a large group.  There is more information and pictures about that visit at my original "The Depot at Cody Creek" post.

This time since there were only three of us, we got to sit in the other and a smaller end of the restaurant.

First of course you have to stand and be amazed at the stuffed animal display and waterfall in the lobby entrance to the restaurant.

Then you get to walk down a long hall decorated with prints of moonshiners, fast flathead Fords, Junior Johnson, and the most pictures of Indians hunting turkeys that I have ever seen in one spot.

There also is  a bar, but I didn't investigate.  The last time we're there, our relatives raved about how good the Prime Rib is so both Glenda, my wife, and I decided to try that.  Our oldest daughter, Erin, ordered the Popcorn Shrimp.  We all got salads.

The salads were delivered quickly.  They were fresh, but not fancy, and consisted mostly of Iceberg Lettuce accompanied by the standard "Captain's Wafers."  It wasn't long after we finished our salads that our main course showed up.  I had ordered a combo of Baby Back Ribs and Prime Rib, fully expecting to get a smaller servings of each. Boy was I surprised.  i got a full sized piece of Prime Rib identical to my wife's and a very generous helping of their ribs.

Amongst us we tried the loaded baked potato, the sweet potato, and the macaroni and cheese sides.  It seems the sweet potato was the best of the lot though my loaded potato was fine.

Both our Prime Ribs were cooked identically even though my wife ordered hers medium, and I ordered mine medium rare.  However, they were still very good.  The meat on the ribs was very tender but was the sauce had a little more ketchup in the base than I like.  Most likely my biggest problem was there was just too much meat, though I do favor dry rubbed ribs.  I hadn't eaten a Prime Rib in two or three years, and it was just a year or so since I had some ribs, so I favored the beef.  It was definitely an overdose which I couldn't come close to finishing so it will likely be even longer before I try either one again.  I know I won't be doing a combo at Cody Creek again unless I split it with someone.

My daughter said her Popcorn Shrimp were very good so I have to say the meal was a success.  Even with a generous tip and my giant meal, the total was only around $20 per person.

If you have a large group, and you want lot of good food served up quickly, I think the Depot at Cody Creek is probably hard to beat.  I would guess it is about two hours from Roanoke and a little over an hour from the northern fringes of Charlotte.

The Depot is closed on Mondays and is open Tuesday through Thursday, 5-9 pm, Friday and Saturday, 4-10 pm and Sundays 4-9 pm.  The phone number is 336 386-8222.  The entrees range in price from $7.95 to $21.95.

It's a nice stopping point if you happen to be traveling between Roanoke and Charlotte.

The Depot at Cody Creek now has its own website.  http://www.codycreek.net/

Comments

[Patricia Enloe]

There are suppose to be cabins that you can rent in the area. How do I find out about them? How near are they to the DEpot at Cody Creek? Thanks

[Laura]

I called to check into cabins and was told they are $130/night (weekend night in June, 2007). As far as I can tell, there isn't any information available. I haven't been able to find a website or a description anywhere. Honestly, I think $130 is really steep and since I can't find any reviews or pictures, I'm not going to make a reservation.

[ocracokewaves]

They have so little information on the web, that some people have assumed that I am their website.

I have only eaten there a couple of times, and I can say the food is good and the setting is pretty.

I didn't even know they had cabins until someone made the comment.

I would agree that $130 is a little steep.

Try a Google search for "Fancy Gap" cabins. I suspect you might find more information, and maybe better prices. It isn't that far away.

Or come down to the coast and visit us. I know of several spots that are in that price range and are terrific places to visit.

http://tinyurl.com/32t3gd

or http://coastalnc.org

[Grey Caudle]

The Depot now has a web site
www.codycreek.net

[ocracokewaves]

Thanks for letting everyone know.

This page was getting a little worn out trying to cover that base.

[Jessica Johnson]

The cabins may seem steep, but my parents stayed there and they are VERY, VERY nice. They have an open floor plan and are very rustic with top notch furnishings. The bathroom has a huge heart shaped jacuzzi!

[LINDA YENSHAW]

WE ARE TRYING TO FIND OUT IF THE MUSIC HOUSE IS OPEN AT CODY CREEK. IF ANYONE KNOWS, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THE PLACE IS BEAUTIFUL AND I LOVE GOING THERE.

[dinobravo]

Did you know that The Depot does not allow people of color to dine there? I heard that they have a "members only" policy, that whites are allowed entrance no mention of a membership. But, if someone black tries to enter, they have to fill out a membership form...which is later denied! I dined there last weekend for a family dinner that I HAD to attend. I felt so uncomfortable! There was a huge crowd, not a single person of color, not even Hispanic! My Brother told me that a friend of his was denied entrance for having tatoos! What a bunch of biggots!

[Dale Privat]

HELP !! It is our 18th Wedding Anniversary this Saturday....The Depot has been so highly recommended, that I am convinced that this is where we need to be! The phone number is not working! Can anyone verify this number for me? Maybe the area code has changed? It is listed as (336) 386-8222. HELP ME???Thanks in advance. Dale

[ocracokewaves]

They're closed on Mondays

http://www.codycreek.net/

Cody Creek
112 Old Depot Lane
Dobson N.C.
Phone (336)386-8222
Fax (336)386-8223

Hours Of Operation
Mon.,Closed
Tues.,Wed.,Thurs.,5 pm-9pm
Fri.,4pm-10pm
Sat.,3:30-10pm
Sun.,4pm-9pm

[Julie & David Smith]

My husband and I and several of our friends visited The Depot at Cosy Creek this past Sunday, October 7th. We had stopped at a local biker bar in Elkin and they had not prepared any food this Sunday. We asked the owner if there was a good place nearby to go eat at and she told us about The Depot. So we hopped on our bikes and proceeded to HWY 601. We pulled in and I was absolutely amazed. It was so beautiful. We went right in and sat down. We were early so there was no wait. We had a wonderful dinner and we loved the atmosphere. When we finished we all went out and sat around the gazebo and took pictures. We intend on going back soon because we really enjoyed our visit. If you have never been there you will love it.

[Loretta]

In 2004 on Mothers day, I gotten married to the man of my dreams @ the Depot Chapel. These people were unbelieveable. Even though it was mother's day, they allowed me to have the reception inside the dinning room area. Which they could have said no, in order to receive more reservations. The chapel was beautiful. I can never tell these guy thanks enough.

[kayla nixon]

dinobravo needs to give me a call 336-386-8222 and we can fix this race issue immediately sounds like you have a serious problem......

[Sherry C.]

I ate at The Depo at Cody Creek last night with my husband. There was a huge crowd, but we got in quickly. They have tons of seating. I ordered shrimp and flounder and he ordered salt and pepper catfish. Both were good, but my flounder was the best ever. It was too much for me to eat. Then we got our free icecream cones and The General Store. I was stuffed. It is beautiful there and such a great little get a way. Our food only totaled $25. before the tip. The chapel looks lovely and we loved the covered bridge. I want to go during to day sometime and take pictures. And by the way, someone mentioned that they do not welcome 'people of color', but I beg to differ. There was a black man in a party seated right after us. Later, I saw him with his party getting ice cream. I hear they are under different management.

[Britt]

hey... anyone know any historical information on Cody Creek??? I'm doing a project! I DEFF. NEED AS MUCH HELP AS POSSIBLE!!!!!

[Penny S. Benton]

My daughter got married in the gazebo at The Depot on Oct. 14th, 2006. It was a beautiful October day and she looked like Cinderella in the carriage arriving at the gazebo. The depot is the only place to eat ribs. My husband and I have eaten ribs everywhere inside and outside NC and there are no others as good. Everyone was so nice during the weeding and reception and we stayed all night the night before in one of the cabins and it was beautiful. We highly recommend everyone to The Depot. We love the place.
Sincerely, Mike and Penny Benton

[DOC]

THIS IS FOR DINOBRAVO.THIS PLACE IS FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE MANNERS AND SPEAK ENGLISH. IF YOU ARE NOT COMFORTABLE BEING HERE THEN STAY AWAY.YOUR BUSINESS WIL NOT BE MISSED.

DOC

[Ted]

DOC, do you work at Cody Creek? I don't remember ever seeing any non-whites at the restaurant. The food is really good though.

[Bill Honeycutt]

This Restaurant sounds wonderfull and I was told it was very good.Even though I dont know first hand I will soon find out.

[Sharon]

Cody Creek has the BEST steak.. salmon and ribs. Everyone is very friendly and service is great.. Price is very good... its a must try.I drive one hour just to eat there.. and thats where I had dinner tonight 8-09-08

[Jim]

The ice cream shop has some VERY questionable "decorations".

[Gary Bowman]

My wife and I will be staying at one of the cabins at Cody Creek on oct. 25th. We love to fish. Is there any place to fish near there? Thanks for the help.

[Betty Towler]

I stayed at a cabin there less than 2 years ago. It was called the Red Cabin for Valentine's Day. I would like to make reservations to stay soon but can't find out how and where to make them. We also dined at the Depot restaurant and it was really delicious. Where do i check on reservations?

[Joye]

Doc, why were you so rude to Dinobravo if you say that The Depot is only for people with manners? People with manners don't belittle other people for mere statement of opinion. I am really curious about Dino's statement because I have heard the same thing, and I would never knowingly patronize any business that chooses its patrons on a color (or language) basis. I hope you never travel outside the US if you think that speaking the language has anything to do with whether or not a person should be able to dine out.

[Joye]

Kayla, would you please post any information you have about the race issue as it relates to The Depot on this page because I bet there are many potential patrons who would be interested...not just Dinobravo.