Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Asheville

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Blue Ridge -Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

4.8

4.8 (5301)

$50 and over

Southern

Asheville

About the restaurant

The Blue Ridge restaurant is a farm-to-table artisanal buffet overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. The Morning Table signature buffet, served each morning, will redefine all that you imagined breakfast could be. Two massive rooms are filled with amazing breakfast options, including a yogurt bar, omelet station and great gluten free options. Don’t miss the award-winning Friday night Seafood Buffet, Saturday night Prime Rib Buffet and phenomenal Sunday Brunch. It’s the perfect way to end any week.

Reservations recommended.

Top review

Shaun

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

The Sunday Brunch is a must if you are in the Asheville, NC area. The food, service, and view are amazing.

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Brasilia Churrasco Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (1929)

$31 to $50

Brazilian Steakhouse

Asheville

About the restaurant

Brasilia Churrasco Steakhouse is the premier Brazilian Steakhouse located in downtown Asheville. Our unique all-you-can-eat “Churrascaria” experience features a 30-item salad bar with hot dishes and a “parade” of different types of meats, including traditional Brazilian cuts, slides at your table by our team of Gauchos. Our menu also includes a wide selection of wines from Argentina, Chile, California, and our famous Caipirinha Cart to complement your meal.

Join us for dinner 7 days a week and lunch on Saturday and Sunday. We can’t wait to have you join us for a truly authentic Brazilian dining experience at Brasilia Churrasco Steakhouse.

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Patrick

Dined 5 days ago

Great dinner experience with a wide selection in the salad bar and, of course, the skewered meat. Service was well-paced and we never felt rushed. At the end of our meal the server brought grilled pineapple, which was an amazing treat to finish the meal.

Rocky Face Tavern - Springdale Resort

4.8

4.8 (437)

$30 and under

American

Canton

About the restaurant

The Rocky Face Tavern at Springdale Resort has become one of Western North Carolina's favorite destinations. In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, under the shadow of Cold Mountain with sweeping views of the Rocky Face Mountain, our upscale casual dining experience will soon become your favorite choice for a night out! Under the direction of Page and Sid Truesdale, Haywood County natives, they have created a menu of Southern favorites and serve them in an ambiance that is both inviting and captivating. When you visit the Smoky Mountains, be sure to make your reservation!

The Tavern is a short walk from the parking area, if you need assistance getting into the restaurant, please call 828-220-4938.

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TraciVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Beautiful Restaurant, inside and out. View of mountains is incredible . Service, menu and our selections were all awesome! Highly recommend.

Tupelo Honey - South Asheville

4.7

4.7 (3215)

$30 and under

Contemporary Southern

Asheville

About the restaurant

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern Comfort Food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-sourced, and always Southern.
Although our patio is available for dining year round, please note we do not have heaters.

**THIS IS OUR SOUTH ASHEVILLE LOCATION. TO MAKE A RESERVATION DOWNTOWN, PLEASE VISIT THAT LOCATION. THANK YOU.**

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Hannah

Dined 7 days ago

The staff at this location is absolutely fantastic, and the food was really good!

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Mela Indian Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (249)

$30 and under

Indian

Asheville

About the restaurant

## Mela Indian Restaurant: A Taste of India in the Heart of Asheville Mela Indian Restaurant invites you to embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of India. Located in the heart of Asheville, Mela offers a menu that celebrates the diverse culinary traditions of both North and South India. Step inside and be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant's décor is a harmonious blend of modern and traditional elements, creating a space that is both elegant and comfortable. The aroma of freshly baked naan and fragrant spices fills the air, whetting your appetite for the deliciousness to come. Mela's menu features a wide array of dishes, catering to both vegetarian and non-vegetarian preferences. Start your meal with a selection of appetizers, such as the crispy vegetable samosas or the succulent chicken pakoras. For your main course, indulge in the rich and creamy butter chicken, the aromatic lamb vindaloo, or the flavorful vegetable korma. Each dish is prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients and cooked to perfection, ensuring an explosion of taste in every bite. Mela also offers a daily lunch buffet, perfect for those who want to sample a variety of dishes. The buffet features an array of classic Indian favorites, including chicken tikka

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Deanna

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Just love this restaurant! Food was excellent in quality. Great options to choose. One of our favorites that we return to over and over.

Bargello

4.7

4.7 (542)

$30 and under

Italian

Asheville

About the restaurant

Bargello®, located in the Hotel Arras, is named after the 17th century Florentine needlepoint style. The intricacy of this stitch embodies the restaurant weaving together their love for community, cuisine, and hospitality to create the ultimate casual fine dining experience.

Bargello's culinary team draws their inspiration from the flavors you experience when traveling along the Mediterranean coastline. Seasonal and locally sourced dishes include fresh hand-rolled pastas, house-made breads, and innovative cuisine from Executive Chef Tyler Slade. Bargello’s menu changes often to reflect the local produce available in Western North Carolina.

Complementary valet parking is available exclusively for Bargello during dinner service from Wednesday to Sunday, between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM. A reservation is required, and the valet service is limited to a maximum of three hours. This offer is not valid on holidays, special events, or private events.

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Susan

Dined 4 days ago

We always have a great meal at Bargello but they managed to take it to the next level for us since we were celebrating two birthdays. Our hostess, Elsa, always looks out for us and our waitress, Tiffany, was superb. Most importantly, the food is fresh, generous and delicious. In a town full of fantastic restaurants, Bargello is one of the best!

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Selu Garden Cafe - Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4.7

4.7 (977)

$30 and under

American

Cherokee

About the restaurant

Located in the main tower of Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort, Selu (pronounced “shay-loo”) Garden Cafe offers all the southern-style cafe favorites you love — and then some! Selu serves breakfast buffet favorites and à la carte crowd pleasers. For lunch, enjoy classic fare - like sandwiches, Shrimp & Grits and Fried Green Tomatoes - with the Selu Cafe touch.

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Sharrice

Dined 7 days ago

The service was outstanding. The buffet was good, but overpriced.

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Popular dish

Fried Green Tomatoes

The Blackbird

4.6

4.6 (4278)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Asheville

About the restaurant

The Blackbird Restaurant is a Chef Owned Restaurant serving local, fresh ingredients. The Blackbird’s goal is to delight guests with cooking grounded in the traditions and ingredients of the Carolinas creating an unique and vibrant menu – New American with Southern Flares.

The menu features the seasonal best from local farmers, fresh catches from the coast of the Carolinas, incredible local micro-brews, specialty cocktails, and great wines from the around the world. Our menu changes seasonally to reflect the bounty of the area and the chef’s creativity. The Blackbird’s award-winning food, desserts and prompt service will impress you every time.

We are located in the heart of downtown Asheville, on Biltmore Ave. You can find us at the corner of The Aloft Hotel.

Parking Garage is located at the back on Lexington Ave. The first hour is free.

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susan

Dined 5 days ago

flavorful and delicious . prompt and courteous service. great location. easy to park on a Thursday night... even gave us one dessert as it was birthday dinner. highly recommend .. and i hear the brunch on the weekends is an exceptional value too

Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4.6

4.6 (6128)

$30 and under

American

Asheville

About the restaurant

Stable Café is open daily from 11AM to 2PM for guests of Biltmore Estate.

Satisfy your appetite for house-smoked meats, Carolina barbeque, grilled burgers, and other southern favorites in a historic setting that was once the estate's horse stable.

Biltmore tickets or an annual pass are required to visit all restaurants on the estate. For seasonal evening events, dinner reservations for all the guests in the party must have an evening-specific ticket or be an estate lodging guest. Dinner menu is a three-course, prefix menu.

The convenient location next to Biltmore House, friendly hospitality, and delectable food make the Stable Café a popular stop after visits to the house and gardens. The ambiance of the historic surroundings in the renovated stable complex is unmatched.

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ChristyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Service and food was excellent!! Ask for Cody he had terrific suggestions and very personable. We tried the cornbread and it was delicious 😋

Maggie Valley Club

4.6

4.6 (108)

$30 and under

American

Maggie Valley

About the restaurant

The Pin High Bar & Grille at Maggie Valley Club offers a casual, serene ambience designed to make everyone feel comfortable, from golfers to families and friends. Enjoy a large-screen television and fireplace inside while taking in all that our fully stocked bar has to offer. Or enjoy the breathtaking views of the first tee outside on the restaurant’s covered veranda. This kind of dining treatment is what you’d expect from a western North Carolina golf club, and it’s exactly what we deliver to you.

As far as the actual dining experience in the Pin High, we know you won’t be disappointed. We support local farmers and use the freshest ingredients in our meal production, and you may enjoy these menu items from the lounge or in a private dining room if you’re celebrating with a large party.

Friday & Saturday are currently the only nights that we are serving dinner, but we also happily book private events at our beautiful property.

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Peter

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food, fast service, very reasonable prices, nice view from outside patio. What more could you want?

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