Claywood

Name: Claywood
Address: 317 7th Ave E, Hendersonville, NC, United States, 28792-3705
Telephone: (828) 471-7500
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (334)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

317 7th Ave E, Hendersonville, NC 28792-3705

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2 people

Jun 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

Claywood is a vibrant, locally-focused restaurant that celebrates the farm-to-table philosophy in every aspect of its culinary and cocktail creations. Nestled in the heart of Hendersonville, Claywood is driven by a commitment to fresh, quality ingredients sourced from local farmers and purveyors. Our menu is a dynamic blend of traditional and modern cooking styles, enriched by cultural influences from around the world, and always inspired by the changing seasons.

At Claywood, we are rooted in a philosophy that celebrates ingredient integrity, regional traditions, and experiential dining. Chef Tory leads our team with a focus on whole animal butchery, sustainable partnerships with local farms and foragers, and menus that shift with the mountain seasons—highlighting ramps, mushrooms, heirloom grains, and native herbs. Our goal is not just to serve food, but to tell a story with every dish. One that reflects our place, our people, and our purpose.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(828) 471-7500
Website
http://www.claywoodnc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Tory Bogin
Catering
We can cater your in home private event by customizing a grazing table. Both our Chef and Banquet Manager can customize this featured table of artisan cheeses, cured meats and seasonal vegetables paired with amazing small plates and baked goods.
Private party facilities
We can host your next event at Claywood in our Social Room, Hendersonville's premier private dining room! Reach out for more information by visiting our Events page on Claywood's website.

Location
317 7th Ave E, Hendersonville, NC 28792-3705
Neighborhood
Hendersonville
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 334 people are saying

Claywood reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Ambiance
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Innovative
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Claywood is a standout in Hendersonville, offering "five star" food that's "a work of art." Diners rave about "exceptional" service and the "unparalleled" dining experience. The menu is "creative" with "unique" appetizers and "delicious" shared plates. Guests praise the "chic" ambiance and extensive whiskey selection.

334 Reviews

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Kristen
South Carolina3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly outstanding experience! Different than any other restaurant we have been to. The chef is phenomenal. We aren’t typically adventurous eaters but we took the opportunity to try some new things and everything was delicious! The service was also perfect. Highly recommend!
ClaywoodResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback! We're honored that you chose to step outside your comfort zone with us—and even more thrilled that it paid off. Chef Tory and the team are passionate about creating something truly unique, and it means the world to know you felt that in both the food and the service. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more memorable experiences!
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Shannon
Central Texas2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dining experience was wonderful. Friends were visiting us and we thought Claywood was the perfect spot. They said they want to go back on their next visit! We want to come back way before then!
ClaywoodResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you chose Claywood to share with your visiting friends—and even happier that it made such a lasting impression. We’ll be here whenever you’re ready for your next visit (no need to wait for company!). Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Beth VIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina35 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fantastic overall and the duck breast was exceptional! It was moist, rich, perfectly cooked, and a very generous portion.
ClaywoodResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food—and especially the duck breast. Chef Tory and the team will be so glad to know it stood out. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable meal!
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melissa VIP
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat outside and missed the ambiance but had a lovely time. Great bourbon selection!
ClaywoodResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for joining us—and for the kind words about our bourbon selection! We're glad to hear you had a lovely time outdoors, though we hope you’ll join us inside sometime soon to enjoy the full ambiance as well. Either way, we’re grateful to have you and look forward to welcoming you back again soon—whether it's for another pour or a cozy seat by the bar! Warmly, The Claywood Team
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Connie
Asheville / Western North Carolina4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had never been to Claywood before and were recommended by some friends! It was so wonderful! We walked in and were so delighted to see this eclectic cozy environment. We sat at the bar as we always do things last minute. The bartenders were so kind and enjoyable to chat with. The specialty cocktails were delicious. And the food.......truly great; tasteful and flavorful! We were just so happy with the whole experience. Thank you for a great evening!!!
ClaywoodResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for this thoughtful note—we’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your first visit to Claywood was such a memorable one! We love that you found us through friends and that you felt at home the moment you walked in. Our bar team will be so happy to hear your kind words, and we’re delighted you enjoyed the cocktails and food. It means a lot to us that the experience felt both welcoming and delicious—that’s exactly what we strive for. We can’t wait to have you back again soon (last-minute or otherwise!). Thanks for being part of the Claywood story. Warmly, The Claywood Team
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William
Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very friendly helpful service. A visit from the chef, who we knew, was very pleasant.
ClaywoodResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the service and that you had a chance to connect with the chef—always a special touch when familiar faces cross paths. We truly appreciate your visit and look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warmly, The Claywood Team
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Laura
Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined on June 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Serving was excellent. Food was excellent. I had the duck and strawberry swirl for dessert. Would definitely recommend it
ClaywoodResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the duck and ended on a sweet note with the strawberry swirl—it’s wonderful to hear everything hit the mark. We truly appreciate the recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warmly, The Claywood Team
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Steve VIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina43 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this spot. New menu is terrific and the staff is excellent! We can’t wait to go back!
ClaywoodResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the new menu and that our team made your experience so memorable. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon—there’s always something new to share at Claywood! Warmly, The Claywood Team
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Ryan
South Carolina6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Claywood has never disappointed and the food is five star. Absolutely it is also a work of art and presentation on your plate. There’s plenty of food to eat. If you’re expecting big plates of food, you may be disappointed. However, this is how Claywood stands on its own your meat, and your vegetables are the work of art on your plate and in my opinion, it’s enough food to enjoy. The appetizers are exquisite the chef Seems to have a mind that will take care of every pallet in this beautiful restaurant. It truly is an amazing! He will inspire and tempt the taste buds for duck fish steak as well !Your taste buds will wake up thinking you are in another country absolute perfection. We ordered the duck last night both my husband and I and to date this is the best duck I ever had in my life. They have plenty of whiskey you could order a flight. The appetizers are unique and exquisite as I said, the chef and the prep work princes and princesses get five stars as well with staff obviously having pride in what they create as well. It’s five star you need to go and experience this folks! Love from the O’Neill‘s Paul and Ryan.
ClaywoodResponded on June 8, 2025
Wow—thank you, Paul and Ryan, for such a heartfelt and beautifully detailed review! We're truly honored by your words. Chef Tory and our entire team pour their passion into every dish, and it means the world to know that effort is felt and appreciated. We're especially thrilled you loved the duck—it’s a team favorite too! From the artful plating to the curated whiskey flights, we aim to create an experience that excites the palate and feeds the soul. We can't wait to welcome you both back soon. With gratitude,
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Kelly VIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina16 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic fresh innovative, my husband I cuddled on the leather couch to settle in for a feast. I wish we would’ve brought ten other people and treated it like a family style dinner- everything sounded so good but I got the bass with crispy skin no one gets right, but this chef did! Wonderful wine and spirit collection Staff knowledgeable and inspired
ClaywoodResponded on June 8, 2025
Thank you for such a warm and thoughtful note! We're so glad you and your husband could settle in and enjoy the evening with us—nothing beats a cozy couch and great food. We're thrilled you loved the bass (crispy skin and all!), and we’d absolutely love to host you and ten more next time for that family-style feast. Hope to see you both again soon!
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FAQs

Claywood offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (828) 471-7500.

Claywood is rated 4.8 stars by 334 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

317 7th Ave E, Hendersonville, NC 28792-3705

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Hendersonville
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tory Bogin
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.claywoodnc.com/
Phone number
(828) 471-7500
Catering
We can cater your in home private event by customizing a grazing table. Both our Chef and Banquet Manager can customize this featured table of artisan cheeses, cured meats and seasonal vegetables paired with amazing small plates and baked goods.
Private party facilities
We can host your next event at Claywood in our Social Room, Hendersonville's premier private dining room! Reach out for more information by visiting our Events page on Claywood's website.

Claywood

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

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What 334 people are saying

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Review summary

FAQs

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Make a reservation

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