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The Esmeralda is a historic inn and restaurant in Rutherford County, offering a menu of Southern‑style dishes such as fried chicken, shrimp and grits, and a selection of craft beers. The property features a 1920s‑era building, a 1928‑era barn, and a 1930s‑era pool, and is currently closed for rebuilding after Hurricane Helene.
