Beloved North Carolina Restaurant Hit by Massive Early Morning Fire

Popular Blowing Rock restaurant burns down

The Blowing Rock Police Department posted photos of the fire at Bistro Roca, which has been open since 2005. The photos showed the building up in flames.

Beloved North Carolina restaurant hit by massive early morning fire

BLOWING ROCK, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) -- Blowing Rock woke up to heartbreaking news Sunday as a massive fire broke out at Bistro Roca. “Very sad for a staple here in Blowing Rock,” town officials shared. According to the Town of Blowing Rock, the structure fire was reported Sunday morning, Jan. 25, with large flames [...]

Beloved Blowing Rock restaurant hit by massive early morning fire

BLOWING ROCK, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) -- Blowing Rock woke up to heartbreaking news Sunday as a massive fire broke out at Bistro Roca. “Very sad for a staple here in Blowing Rock,” town officials shared. According to the Town of Blowing Rock, the structure fire was reported Sunday morning, Jan. 25, with large flames [...]

Historic Blowing Rock restaurant catches fire

BLOWING ROCK — A historic Blowing Rock restaurant has caught fire.

Fire breaks out at beloved Blowing Rock restaurant

A fire erupted at the beloved Bistro Roca in Blowing Rock, drawing swift emergency response. While no injuries are reported, the fire's cause is under investigation.

Structure fire at Bistro Roca in Blowing Rock; no injuries reported

Last Updated on January 25, 2026 12:05 pm BLOWING ROCK – Bistro Roca in Blowing Rock is experiencing an active structure fire, according to the Town of Blowing Rock. No injuries have been reported. Firefighters are battling the blaze in challenging winter storm conditions. Residents are asked to avoid the area and allow room for emergency responders. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. Photos: La…