It’s fair to say that food is a deciding factor in many of the activities we select for enjoying our down time, whether on the weekends or during a vacation. The next time you’re seeking a day trip adventure right here at home in the Tar Heel State, head to Mt. Airy, otherwise known as Mayberry, USA. The popular tourist town was made famous in the hit TV series, “The Andy Griffith Show” and has a variety of show-related attractions to include in your foodie road trip to the following destination eatery. You can’t go wrong when you pair great food with fun attractions!

And what better way to spike your travels with flair than with a visit to an old-fashioned general store that has a much lauded Amish deli?!

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From the moment you walk into Mill Creek General Store you’ll be wow’d by the place. The space is huge and has a little of everything under the sun.

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They specialize in healthy foods, non-GMO, freshly baked breads, bulk food packaging, and more!

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You’ll even find an Amish furniture store inside the general store!

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Over in the eat-in deli, a huge case is filled with Amish meats and cheeses perfect for making fresh sandwiches.

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They’re all made to order with freshly baked bread and locally-grown vegetables — and of course, plenty of those Amish meats and cheeses you came for.

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Grab your sandwich and chips, a drink, and savor every bite. Locals love hitting up Mill Creek for lunch time, so if it’s your first visit, then perhaps try timing it to just before lunch or just after the rush.

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Either way, plan to sit down and savor every single bite of this delicious Amish fare at a roomy table in the deli, or take it to go and start your sight-seeing fun in Mt. Airy!

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Have you made the pilgrimage to Mill Creek General Store in Mt. Airy yet? We’d love to know!

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Mill Creek General Store is located at 541 W Pine St. Suite 200, Mt Airy, NC 27030. It’s open six days a week, Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Learn more on the official website or on their Facebook page!

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Discover more fun places to visit in North Carolina’s most famous TV town (Mayberry, USA) in this previous article!

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