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A photo of Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville restaurant
1. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville
4.6
Exceptional(5277)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Asheville
Booked 84 times today
At Tupelo Honey, we create breakfasts, lunches and suppers that invite you to put on your Sunday’s best and gather around the table for gracious and delicious Southern food. This original, flagship location boasts almost 20 years of delighting diners and providing a high energy environment that is synonymous the Asheville community. Reservations recommended.
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2. Limones Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5457)
$$$$
• Mexican • Asheville
Booked 52 times today
Around the corner from the Fine Arts Theater in downtown Asheville, Limones Restaurant provides an inspirational mix of Mexican and Californian cuisine along with inventive bar selections served by a warm, professional staff. Long before working and training under some of San Francisco’s most talented chefs, Hugo Ramirez was raised on the intense and varied flavors native to his hometown of Mexico City. In fact, he still calls on his mother for the secrets of traditional Mexican dishes, which he reinvents in innovative and surprising ways. At Limones, Hugo’s love of Mexican food is combined with his training in french-influenced California cuisine.
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3. Red Stag Grill-Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville
4.6
Exceptional(5133)
$$$$
• American • Asheville
Booked 41 times today
Steeped in woodland charm, Red Stag Grill is at once modern and rustic, lending a Carolina influence to European tradition. Enjoy a delicious culture clash of flavors blended into the remarkable-European comfort food with a Carolina twist. After dinner, sip a signature martini or cocktail in the Red Stag Grill lounge and bar area. Complimentary valet parking is available.
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4. The Blackbird
4.3
Awesome(3575)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Asheville
Booked 30 times today
The Blackbird Restaurant is a Chef Owned Restaurant serving local, fresh ingredients. The Blackbird’s goal is to delight guests with cooking grounded in the traditions and ingredients of the Carolinas creating an unique and vibrant menu – New American with Southern Flares.The menu features the seasonal best from local farmers, fresh catches from the coast of the Carolinas, incredible local micro-brews, specialty cocktails, and great wines from the around the world. Our menu changes seasonally to reflect the bounty of the area and the chef’s creativity. The Blackbird’s award-winning food, desserts and prompt service will impress you every time.We are located in the heart of downtown Asheville, on Biltmore Ave. You can find us at the corner of The Aloft Hotel.Parking Garage is located at the back on Lexington Ave. The first hour is free.
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5. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn
4.5
Awesome(3073)
$$$$
• Contemporary Southern • Asheville
Booked 43 times today
EDISON, craft ales + kitchen is an inventive bar and restaurant that brings together the food culture and local flavors of downtown, with expansive indoor and outdoor seating and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for frequent historical visits from Thomas Edison and his "Vagabonds" (Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford), EDISON serves NC craft beers, small batch bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and regionally inspired food in a contemporary, fun, and artistic setting.Several renowned artists who celebrate the creativity of the area and call this community home are showcased in the indoor dining room, offering our patrons a true Asheville experience.
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6. Rhubarb
4.6
Exceptional(4342)
$$$$
• American • Asheville
Booked 29 times today
Rhubarb serves seasonal, regional American fare, sourced from nearby farms and dairies. Acclaimed chef John Fleer, formerly of Blackberry Farm, and his team craft a daily-changing menu including wood-fired dishes, plates made for sharing, house-baked breads, and other rustic creations. A thoughtful wine list showcasing natural and biodynamic wines, local beers, and a full bar with seasonal cocktail creations round out the beverage program. Each week at Tuesday Table, the restaurant offers a unique family-style, prix-fixe menu for a convivial community experience. Currently open for both outdoor and indoor seating, so please select your preferred table type when booking. Rhubarb asks that parties of 7 or more please contact the restaurant directly.
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7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Asheville
4.7
Exceptional(3019)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Asheville
Booked 66 times today
Located in Historic Biltmore Village. Start your evening the Ruth's Chris way – over a mouth-watering filet. Sit back and enjoy the most tender and delicious steak you've ever tasted. Or, if you're in the mood for something a little different, our extensive a la carte menu features extra-thick cut steak, live Maine Lobster, fresh seafood, a variety of vegetable dishes, and eight potato selections. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth's Chris genuine hospitality. So whether you're a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining may be arranged.
A photo of Twisted Laurel Downtown restaurant
8. Twisted Laurel Downtown
4.4
Awesome(792)
$$$$
• American • Asheville
Booked 21 times today
Twisted Laurel Downtown focuses on farm to table New American cuisine including a full house made pasta program. With a modern industrial chic atmosphere and a knowledgeable waitstaff with a genuine desire to give their best, Twisted Laurel offers a unique dining experience. Offering a full craft cocktail bar, local taps and an always changing seasonal menu, Twisted Laurel is the perfect blend of exceptional food, great service and a welcoming environment. Plentiful outdoor dog friendly patio seating available.
A photo of Holeman & Finch Public House - Asheville restaurant
9. Holeman & Finch Public House - Asheville
4.5
Awesome(508)
$$$$
• American • Asheville
Booked 25 times today
Grounded in warm hospitality, Holeman and Finch is a convivial neighborhood destination; a gathering place for all, from day to night, in the heart of downtown Asheville that celebrates western North Carolina agriculture and artisans. Holeman and Finch is owned and operated by Chef Linton and Gina Hopkins. Our menu may vary each night, if you are looking for something specific before joining us please give us a call. On weekends, we transition from our brunch menu to dinner menu at 2pm.Good Food. Good Drinks. Good People.
A photo of The Market Place Restaurant restaurant
10. The Market Place Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3586)
$$$$
• American • Asheville
Booked 29 times today
Located in the heart of downtown Asheville, The Market Place Restaurant specializes in handcrafted cuisine from seasonal, local ingredients, many of which come from within a 100 mile radius of Asheville. Bringing you the local harvest since 1979. Serving Dinner from 5:00pm and brunch every Saturday & Sunday from 10:30am - 2:30pm. Our classic American lounge serves local brews & handmade cocktails, and features live music. Due to unpredictable weather in the mountains, patio tables are not able to be reserved.

Discover Asheville

Some of the area chefs in Asheville have nicknamed their town "Foodtopia" because of the area's well-known creative passion for great cuisine. Culinary experts throughout the entire western portion of North Carolina appear to have adopted this sentiment. Elegant fine dining establishments can be found alongside mid-priced luncheonettes. You can find a creative local deli for sandwiches, soups, and salads. Your hotel's dining area may turn out to be a five-star restaurant. Whether you're in Asheville or another Western North Carolina hub, there is no shortage of high-quality food choices. European flavors are popular; German schnitzel with spaetzle shows up on menus around town. Mexican fare is another plentiful option, and Caribbean spices have found a place in the Asheville area too. Many local menus provide vegetarian and vegan choices as well as gluten-free options.

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