Asheville Restaurants

Asheville restaurants are some of the best independently owned dining establishments in the East. The eclectic culture of Asheville, and the variety of guests who visit from far and wide, have encouraged culinary talent from all over the world to bring their expertise to our city. Below is a list of some of our "guests' best" recommendations. 

Downtown Asheville Restaurants

The Marketplace – An Asheville original with fresh local ingredients...one of the best!
Curate – Vibrant traditional Spanish tapas bar with acclaimed Chef Katie Button
Tupelo Honey Cafe – Creative southern comfort fare
Chestnut – Historic location with an American farm-to-table flair
Early Girl – Farm-to-table Southern Comfort Food
The Laughing Seed – A great vegetarian restaurant with local ingredients and an international flair
Limones – Mexican & Californian infused cuisine with local ingredients
BlackBird – Features a variety of American cuisine using local ingredients and located on the ground floor of the Aloft Hotel
Salsas – Caribbean food with a Mexican flair. Try the Margaritas!
Table – A small seasonal new American restaurant
The Lobster Trap – A great seafood restaurant with the freshest imports
French Broad Chocolate Lounge – The very best of locally made chocolate delights
Posana Cafe -– Small plates and local organic ingredients. Anything gluten free
Strada – Italian family recipes with locally sourced ingredients
5 Walnut Wine Bar – A small, friendly wine bar with a limited menu and good music
Mela Indian Restaurant – Authentic Indian food, made with local ingredients and served in a warm atmosphere
Good Hot Fish - Good Hot Fish is a counter service fish fry concept driven by a love and desire for the Southern fish camps of old.

Biltmore Village Restaurants

The Corner Kitchen – Local ingredients and great chef - will reopen early Summer 2025
Biltmore Estate - If you are touring the estate, find a dozen great places to eat at Biltmore by the house and winery

North Asheville Restaurants

Vinnie's Italian – Vinnie's features old school neighborhood Italian food
Plant – One of the top 20 Best Vegan Restaurants in the country
Asheville Pizza and Brewing Co. (2 locations, one with a Movie Theatre)
Luella's Barbeque – A casual BBQ restaurant with a warm friendly atmosphere
See our other travel guide pages to help you plan your Asheville vacation:
Asheville Overview | Biltmore Estate | Downtown | Art & Music | Blue Ridge Mountains

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