Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Asheville

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore Estate

4.8

4.8 (3906)

$30 and under

American

Asheville

About the restaurant

Located on Biltmore Estate, this warm, relaxing tavern overlooks the village green at Antler Hill Village. The décor, ambience, and menu pay tribute to the neighborhood pubs of Britain and Ireland. Enjoy satisfying pub fare alongside robustly flavored American and global cuisine presented with Biltmore flair. On tap are Biltmore's own Cedric's Pale Ale and Cedric's Brown Ale in addition to award-winning Biltmore wines and a full bar.
*Please be aware that you must have a valid paid estate admission ticket, be a guest of Inn on Biltmore Estate or Village Hotel, or be a Biltmore Annual Passholder to dine on property*. Outdoor dining is available in season. Please note that due to limited seating availability we are unable to accept reservations for our patio. All patio seating is assigned on a first come first served basis.

Top review

Barbara

Dined on Apr 22, 2025

Wonderful server and delicious food. Would like a bit more varied menu -

Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

4.8

4.8 (6330)

$31 to $50

American

Asheville

About the restaurant

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, Enrique Galan and Chef de Cuisine Joel Mauck 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 2024.

Reservations are strongly recommended.

Dress accordingly to the weather.

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GaryVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food, excellent service and wonderful ambiance on the terrace on a beautiful spring day. We went there for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed the lobster cobb salad and gouda mac and cheese. Our gracious waitress, Heather, made it an especially memorable experience!

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Rocky Face Tavern - Springdale Resort

4.8

4.8 (404)

$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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Beth

Dined on Apr 23, 2025

Amazing food, lovely atmosphere. Manager very attentive.

Rendezvous

4.8

4.8 (193)

$31 to $50

French

Asheville

About the restaurant

Dining at Rendezvous is a special experience. The quaint farmhouse feel, the upscale yet casual elegance, and the comfort of our thyme-honored French cuisine, are just a part of our appeal. You can find owner, Michel Baudouin, playing the age old game of Pétanque on our expansive outdoor courts, also available for your use if desired. And Chef Benjamin Anderson has perfected our famous Duck a L'Orange. Please join us for a warm and comfort-filled evening; choose Rendezvous for your next rendezvous!

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Rhonda

Dined 1 day ago

What a wonderful evening we enjoyed with friends. Every staff member was so polite and accommodating. The food was outstanding and great value. We are all looking forward to our next evening there!

Tupelo Honey - South Asheville

4.6

4.6 (3211)

$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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TaraVIP

Dined 4 days ago

I tried the Sweet Potato Pancakes today for the first time. The pancakes were delicious and prepared perfectly. We have brunch at this location regularly and the food is consistently good. The bartender, Sam Clark is the best! She always provides top quality service AND with a smile.

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Experience

Hoot & Holler Happy Hour

Modesto Trattoria

4.6

4.6 (2487)

$50 and over

Italian

Asheville

About the restaurant

Led by chef and owner Hector Diaz, Modesto features a farm to table approach to upscale wood-fired Italian. The menu changes twice daily and includes a variety of fresh seafood, fine meats, and house made pastas. Pizzas are hand-tossed and cooked in a wood fired oven made in Italy. To compliment your meal, our bar offers over 30 exclusively Italian wines as well as a dynamic list of classic and cutting edge cocktails. Desserts are made from scratch, including our famous tiramisu, and we proudly serve SRO Coffee.

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Susan

Dined on Apr 23, 2025

The food and service are always amazing! It’s one of our favorite restaurants in Asheville!

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Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

4.6

4.6 (4172)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Asheville

About the restaurant

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 is a must try !

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SonnyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Food was not that good! They did not recognize it was a birthday! Dessert was not good!

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Popular dish

Bacon Wrapped Bison Meatloaf

4.6

4.6 (27)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Asheville

About the restaurant

A Rooftop Bar Experience. For serious whiskey enthusiasts, the whiskey-curious, and the whiskey-indifferent.

Introducing Wildwood Still, a rooftop bar experience in the heart of downtown Asheville atop the Moxy Asheville Hotel. We don’t just serve exceptionally good spirits. We’re always in good spirits, too. The down-to-earth humans behind our bar and barrels are genuinely happy to serve you — and they’re always up for going down the whiskey rabbit hole with you.

For parties of 7 or more, please email us at hello@wildwoodstill.com

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JoannaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Wildwood Still has become my favorite rooftop bar. The space is open and inviting, the views are fabulous, the food and drinks are wonderful and the service exemplary! I recommend it to one and all!

Twisted Laurel Downtown

4.4

4.4 (1109)

$30 and under

American

Asheville

About the restaurant

Twisted Laurel Downtown Asheville!

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HerbVIP

Dined 6 days ago

The Twister Laurel Meatball appetizer is absolutely delicious. They also make an awesome tasty salmon with a nice side of mashed potato and corn. Their version of an Old Fashion is delicious. My husband had a pizza which I tasted and had the best breading and sauce. The atmosphere is always upbeat and uplifting. Its always great prior to attending a production at the Asheville Community Theater.

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Popular dish

BBQ Salmon

Popular dish

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

Popular dish

Crispy Brussel Sprouts VG

Hemingway's Cuba

3.7

3.7 (2778)

$30 and under

Cuban

Asheville

About the restaurant

Recognized as the best Cuban food in the state of North Carolina by Big 7 Travel, come savor our savory Cuban dinner menu in Asheville, North Carolina. We pair traditional Cuban cuisine with Asheville flair to deliver an experience that keeps you coming back for more. Paired with the stunning panoramic views of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Hemingway's Cuba is a favorite Asheville restaurant and rooftop bar for visitors and locals alike.

Thank you for booking your reservation at Hemingway’s Cuba! We look forward to having you. If you’d like to sit on our rooftop terrace, please put your request in the notes. Please note that terrace seating is not guaranteed due to high demand and weather restrictions.
Book Hemingway's Winter Cabanas here: https://bit.ly/47gYW1m

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Kelly

Dined on Apr 23, 2025

Our waitress (Edith) was great - a natural given she is new:). Good atmosphere (View!) and good food. The blacked Mahi mahi was just a tiny bit overcooked. The Paella and salad were perfect. Will definitely be back!

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