Mack's Bingo Kitchen is a farm-to-table restaurant. It’s part of Farms Work Wonders, a nonprofit. The restaurant operates as a “living classroom” for local Appalachian youth (ages ~16-21), called the “Junior Crew,” giving them real work experience in hospitality: cooking, serving, hosting, etc. The restaurant interior highlights local materials: barnwood, local metalwork, and locally made glass pieces. There’s a warm, cozy feel: high ceilings (16 ft), a big wood-fired hearth, a bar, and a porch area. Their cuisine blends Appalachian inspiration with Italian and Greek influences. Style: They have a wood-fired hearth / grill, which gives a rustic, smoky quality to many dishes. We started with sourdough focaccia, which had winter squash, sage & sumac. The bread from Mack’s Bingo Bakery (the bakery associated with Mack’s Bingo Kitchen) is next level. The caramelized bits on top and then the soft, airy interior - delish. I ordered coal roasted beets with ricotta, sunflower seeds and black walnut vinaigrette. The black walnut vinaigrette leaned slightly sour, nudging the whole dish into sharper territory than expected. The ricotta helped soften that acidity, adding a cool, creamy counterweight, while the sunflower seeds brought a welcome nutty crunch. For dessert - the s'mores tart, which had smoked chocolate & sorghum marshmallow. A bit more bitter than I personally enjoy. A scoop of ice cream topped off the whole meal. Instead of tips, guests are encouraged to leave a donation to support their mission of youth training through Farms Work Wonders. Have you been? Grade: A