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Updated on 5/5/2023

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Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn

Sunset Terrace is our iconic upscale classic restaurant featuring traditional American cuisine with an emphasis on hand cut steaks, seafood and regional favorites and an award winning wine list. Taste signature cocktails paired with popular dishes from the lobster cobb salad to the chilled seafood platter. Located on the outdoor terrace of the 100 year old Main Inn, enjoy breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Executive Chef, Chris Heath and Chef de Cuisine Michael Pupillo craft delectable dishes to be enjoyed with a setting and experience that you will always remember.
The Sunset Terrace is an eleven-time recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, most recently in 2022.
Reservations are strongly recommended.
Dress accordingly to the weather.

The Dining Room - Biltmore Estate

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Contemporary American

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4.8

(2667)

A valid Biltmore admission ticket, Biltmore Annual Pass, or current overnight stay at The Inn, Village Hotel, or Cottages on Biltmore Estate is required to dine on the estate. Please inquire at Biltmore’s Reception and Ticketing Sales Center for evening access to the estate. All reservations for November 1 through January 7 can only be made by calling (828) 225-1699.
Located at the Inn on Biltmore Estate, indulge in elegant dining specializing in regional cuisine. Our culinary team invites you to enjoy our seasonal menus with beautiful views, and gracious service. We strive to support the local community through the use of sustainable agriculture.

Glass Onion - Weaverville, NC

Located in Quaint Downtown Weaverville, a Short Drive North of Asheville.
Glass Onion Serves Northern Italian Fare Simply Prepared Using Mostly Local, Organic & Sustainable Products From Area Farmers & Vendors.
Open for Dine-in Wed-Sun 5-8pm Last Seating is 8pm

Salsa's Mexican Caribbean

Creative Mexican & Caribbean fusion dishes from Hector Diaz in downtown Asheville since 1993: this is Salsas. Locals remember when Hector was selling burritos and easy to grab fare to artists and musicians, neighbors and the working classes of downtown, before growing his audience to curious tourists, foodies and discerning globetrotters. Salsas food and personality have made it an Asheville icon 30 years later.
Indoor & alley dining, great music & energy, cool staff, vegetarian and vegan options, superb margaritas, huge portions, and all with an eye to using fresh, local ingredients.
Always check out the specials and ALWAYS ask for Hector's Hot Sauce. The peppers are grown on his farm, and are hand picked, smoked, cured and bottled locally.

Andaaz is a fine dining restaurant with a unique story. A few friends got together and decided to open a restaurant with the aim of bringing authentic Indian cuisine to the Asheville area. The ambience showcases glimpses of Indian culture and the chefs are trained in India. We have variety of vegetarian, non-vegetarian signature dishes and fresh breads from our Tandoor.

Posana

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Contemporary American

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4.7

(1718)

Posana is a contemporary American restaurant in the heart of downtown Asheville on Historic Pack Square. With a focus on serving local, seasonal, and sustainable cuisine, Posana sources unprocessed, premium ingredients from nearly 65 different local purveyors and farmers each week and regularly changes the menu. The restaurant’s warm welcoming main dining room is ideal for a weeknight dinner, weekend get together, or a special occasion celebration. We can’t wait to serve you.

Avenue M

Top-rated hospitality

Avenue M is a community-focused neighborhood restaurant located in Uptown Asheville (on the north side of town). Our menu offers unique takes on classic comfort foods, as well as seasonal dishes made from scratch using local ingredients, where possible.

Vue 1913 - Omni Grove Park Inn

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Contemporary French / American

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4.8

(2500)

Vue 1913 offers guests a comfortable and stylish setting for a leisurely meal designed only with the love of food in mind. The brasserie style format allows our chef the flexibility to truly showcase the best local rustic ingredients of each season which can be paired with a broad selection of wine from an abundant wine cellar cultivated over the years. Vue 1913 offers signature dishes including deviled eggs and caviar and elk tenderloin, carefully crafted by Chef de Cuisine, Patrick Cullum. All dressed up with an art deco decor and panoramic view of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Vue 1913 is the perfect fit for your everyday dinner plans and your special occasions.
Vue 1913 is honored to have consistently received The Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence and to be one of only two AAA Four Diamond Restaurants in Western North Carolina.
Reservations recommended.

Table Asheville

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Contemporary American

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4.8

(2875)

Table is excited to be open in our new location at 18 N. Lexington Ave.
Table is a small, seasonal, New American restaurant in the heart of downtown Asheville. A ever changing menu, created by Chef Jacob Sessoms and his seasoned team, is inspired by a wealth of American culinary traditions, paying particular homage to the cuisine of the South. The establishment has received many accolades as a farm-to-table, creative, service driven, urban minded restaurant with an interesting wine list and cocktails. Upon opening the doors in 2005, Table committed to supporting, celebrating, and showcasing regional and sustainable agriculture. Table fosters long-standing relationships with farmers and purveyors in Western NC and throughout the Southeast.

Red Stag Grill at Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville

The undeniable aroma of comfort food is impossible to ignore, as is the warm rustic-modern lodge atmosphere at one of the most unique restaurants in Asheville. Red Stag Grill makes everything larger than life, especially the menu. A delicious culture clash of flavors blends into the remarkable-European comfort food with a Carolina twist. Later, unwind and abandon your after-dinner plans as you sip a signature cocktail in one of the more rustic bars in Biltmore Village. This is Bohemia. Stay awhile and discover an appetite for something you've never tasted before.
Complimentary valet parking is available.

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Asheville

Located in Historic Biltmore Village. Start your evening the Ruth's Chris way – over a mouth-watering filet. Sit back and enjoy the most tender and delicious steak you've ever tasted. Or, if you're in the mood for something a little different, our extensive a la carte menu features extra-thick cut steak, live Maine Lobster, fresh seafood, a variety of vegetable dishes, and eight potato selections. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth's Chris genuine hospitality. So whether you're a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining may be arranged.

Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

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Contemporary Southern

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4.6

(3242)

EDISON, craft ales + kitchen is an inventive bar and restaurant that brings together the food culture and local flavors of downtown, with expansive indoor and outdoor seating and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for frequent historical visits from Thomas Edison and his "Vagabonds" (Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford), EDISON serves NC craft beers, small batch bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and regionally inspired food in a contemporary, fun, and artistic setting.
Several renowned artists who celebrate the creativity of the area and call this community home are showcased in the indoor dining room, offering our patrons a true Asheville experience. The jalapeno bacon wrapped bison meatloaf crafted by Chef Michael Pupillo is a must try !

Mehfil

Great budget-friendly spot

Nestled in the heart of downtown Asheville, Mëhfil is a restaurant that brings you authentic Indian food in a beautifully relaxed atmosphere, decorated with authentic fabrics, carvings, and statues imported from India.
Come enjoy a casual meal with friends or a celebration with your loved ones. Either way, you'll be taken care of by our knowledgeable and friendly team. We take pride in what we serve and how we serve it - Great food and exceptional customer service.
*FOR PARTIES OF 9 OR MORE, PLEASE CONTACT THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY, HAVE A CREDIT CARD READY WHEN CALLING TO SET THE DEPOSIT*

Mela Indian Restaurant

Mela Indian Restaurant in Asheville, North Carolina offers authentic Indian food made fresh daily from local and organic ingredients. It has been voted the Best Indian Restaurant every year since 2007 by the Mountain Xpress Readers� Poll and even received a very favorable review in the New York Times. If you like Indian breads, you�ll appreciate the many options available at Mela. There is naan, garlic naan, peshwari naan, pudine naan, poori and paratha available. While Mela offers many traditional vegetarian menu items, there are plenty with meat in them, too. You can order the tandoori chicken salad, Mela chicken curry or the chicken pakoras, just to name a few.

Around the corner from the Fine Arts Theater in downtown Asheville, Limones Restaurant provides an inspirational mix of Mexican and Californian cuisine along with inventive bar selections served by a warm, professional staff. Long before working and training under some of San Francisco’s most talented chefs, Hugo Ramirez was raised on the intense and varied flavors native to his hometown of Mexico City. In fact, he still calls on his mother for the secrets of traditional Mexican dishes, which he reinvents in innovative and surprising ways. At Limones, Hugo’s love of Mexican food is combined with his training in french-influenced California cuisine.

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AMMH
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Good food and service. Atmosphere was nice and not too loud. Would recommend.
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The Market Place Restaurant$$$$• American• Asheville
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4.5
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Sproutvip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent, creative fare and friendly, thoughtful service. The tilefish baked in their wood burning oven was delicious and beautifully presented.
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Rhubarb$$$$• American• Asheville
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4.6
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BettyBuzz
1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We sat at the bar at 8:30 on a Monday night. Bartender was excellent. She made me a regular margarita “not too sweet” because she overheard me telling my husband I’d like one but they are usually too sweet for me. It was perfect and fresh, made without mixers. We shared lobster nachos (pretty good, but I’m not a huge nacho gal, hubby loved them - large chunks of lobster) and avocado tartare with smoked salmon (light and delicious). Atmosphere was relaxed. We will try it again the next time we are in town.
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Limones Restaurant$$$$• Mexican• Asheville
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Miami - Dade •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2023
Everything we ordered was delicious! We didn’t wait long for our food which is always a plus and the honey margaritas I had were just perfect!! Service was good .
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Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville$$$$• Contemporary Southern• Asheville
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4.6
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woolworthlunchcounter
New York / Tri-State Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2023
Great New Year’s Day Brunch… it’s a tradition.
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The Blackbird$$$$• Contemporary American• Asheville
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4.5

Discover Asheville

Nestled near the mountains of North Carolina, Asheville is home to beautiful fall colors and warm spring weather. It's also known for the comfort food that many of the restaurants in the area serve. You can enjoy intriguing conversation while dining over lobster and fresh seafood in one of the city’s upscale eateries. While walking down the street, you can enjoy the tempting aroma of the various types of cuisine prepared in the different restaurants, such as barbecue containing the classic North Carolina sauce or delectable pasta and meats from the many Italian establishments. You can't leave Asheville without sampling some of the sweet treats in the city, as it’s renowned for its many varieties of fudge as well as decadent pastries and pies.

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