We are located in Western North Carolina, in a small town off the Appalachian Trail called Franklin. We welcome you to dine with us and enjoy our twist on modern southern cuisine. From our thoughtfully prepared food all the way to our hand-crafted specialty cocktails, we strive to bring you excellence.
Meet the Team
Executive Chef- Walter Shepheard
Chef Walter grew up locally here in Franklin as well as Coastal Virginia. He has been in the culinary business for over 28 years. He specializes in international dishes and loves using locally sourced ingredients in all of his dishes.
My favorite thing about working for Root and Barrel is the ability to bring my own unique cooking style to my hometown of Franklin, North Carolina
Executive Chef Walter Shepheard
Manager- Sierra Owsley
Sierra grew up in Hawaii and Arizona but made western North Carolina her home in 2017. She has been a part of our team for years serving, bartending, and now managing. When she’s not at the restaurant, she is typically studying and finishing her degree in business law.
My favorite thing about working at Root and Barrel is being able to meet all of the incredible people of Franklin and of course… the food.
Manager Sierra Owsley
Assistant Manager Andee Parris
Our assistant manager Andee Price was born and raised in Western North Carolina. She is very eager to be working with our amazing staff and calls Root and Barrel her home. When she is not at work, you can catch her adventuring around Franklin with her two adorable daughters.
The food, the guests, and the employees are definitely my favorite things about working at Root and Barrel. Our whole staff feels like family.
Assistant Manager Andee Parris