What are the opening hours?

Monday 11:30am - 8pm Tuesday 11:30am - 8pm Wednesday 11:30am - 8pm Thursday 11:30am - 8pm Friday 11:30am - 8pm Saturday 11:30am - 8pm Sunday 11:30am - 8pm

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Rice Wagon is a family-owned Hawaiian street food restaurant bringing bold, island-inspired flavors to Western North Carolina.
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We’re proud to serve high-quality food, generous portions, and Aloha in the Smokies.

10/29/2026

Sometimes one order of Hurricane Chicken just isn’t enough.

Good thing we have the Combo Plate.

Double up your protein and get twice the Hurricane Chicken on one plate.

Twice the chicken. Twice the fun.

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Rice Wagon Cherokee
35 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC
828-506-5162

10/28/2026

Salty, savory, and one of the easiest ways to get a little taste of aloha right here in Cherokee.

If you know, you know. If you don’t, this is your sign to try one.

Order in person today!

Rice Wagon Cherokee
35 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC
828-506-5162

10/27/2026

Online ordering has taken off at Rice Wagon Cherokee.

Skip the line, order ahead, and pick your food up right at the counter.

Taste Aloha quicker.

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https://cash.app/$thericewagonllc

Rice Wagon Cherokee
35 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC
828-506-5162

10/27/2026

10/21/2026

Our Spam Musubi keeps selling out every day, so now we’re planning for 20 fresh daily on high volume days!

Your favorite prep cook AJ is ready to start the day with today’s full batch.

If musubi is your thing, come get one before they disappear again.

Rice Wagon Cherokee
35 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC
828-506-5162

10/20/2026

WE’RE HIRING!

Rice Wagon is looking for a Morning Prep + Deep Cleaning Associate to work between our Cherokee and Bryson City locations.

$18–$22/hour | 20–25 hours/week | Morning shifts

You’ll help with deep cleaning, organization, and morning kitchen prep so both restaurants are ready for service.

Apply through Indeed with the link below!

https://www.indeed.com/job/morning-prep-cook-deep-cleaning-specialist-b3f998d5dd7d2e7a

10/16/2026

Give the taste of Aloha.

Rice Wagon Cherokee now has eGift Cards available, so you can send somebody their next Rice Wagon fix anytime.

Prefer something you can actually hand them? Plastic gift cards are on the way and should be here within the week.

Perfect for birthdays, thank-yous, holidays, or just because somebody deserves Garlic Chicken.

Rice Wagon Cherokee
35 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC
828-506-5162

10/14/2026

Bringing your pup to Cherokee?

The Oconaluftee River Trail is one of the few dog-friendly trails in the area, and it’s right near us.

Take the dog for a walk along the river, then come grab lunch or dinner at Rice Wagon Cherokee. Our outdoor seating is pet-friendly too.

Come for the food. Enjoy the hike. Bring the dog.

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10/09/2026

Taking the kids to the Fair?

A Mini Plate might be the move.

Same Rice Wagon favorites, smaller portion, and you can customize the sides when you order online. Try our Mini Popcorn Chicken tossed in Hot Hawaiian Honey sauce.

ORDER YOUR MINI:
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Rice Wagon Cherokee
35 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC
828-506-5162

10/08/2026

Try something different today.

The Hawaiian 5-0 is loaded with smoky kalua pulled pork, tropical Asian slaw, sriracha-lime crema, and served on a bun toasted with roasted red bell pepper garlic aioli.

Order online or come see us in person today.
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https://cash.app/$thericewagonllc

Rice Wagon Cherokee
35 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC
828-506-5162

Address

35 Big Cove Road
Cherokee, NC
28719

Opening Hours

Monday	11:30am - 8pm
Tuesday	11:30am - 8pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 8pm
Thursday	11:30am - 8pm
Friday	11:30am - 8pm
Saturday	11:30am - 8pm
Sunday	11:30am - 8pm

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