Asheville Restaurants

Because of the large number of visitors to Asheville and the many upscale retirees who've moved here, the city has a dining scene that's much more vibrant and varied than its size would suggest. You'll find everything from Greek to Vietnamese, Nepalese to Southern soul food, and barbecue to sushi. Asheville has more vegetarian restaurants per capita than any other city, and there are local coffeehouses on many corners. Most of the city's many craft breweries also serve food.

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  • 1. The Bull and Beggar

    $$$

    The Bull and Beggar is decidedly warehouse hip, with brick walls, old wood floors, and high ceilings. The French-inspired menu plays like an upscale steakhouse, and the surf-and-turf theme extends to the mollusks, which include raw oysters and escargot. Their 30-seat nearby spinoff, Baby Bull, now hosts their popular Burger Monday, with deals on fabulous double-patty burgers.

    37 Paynes Way, Asheville, North Carolina, 28801, USA
    828-575–9443

    Known For

    • An incredible 34-oz. dry-aged ribeye
    • Excellent surf, as well as turf
    • Sunny patio

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed.
  • 2. 12 Bones Smokehouse

    $$

    The lively crowds at this BBQ hot spot range from hippie potters to downtown suits—former president Barack Obama made 12 Bones his first stop on multiple trips to Asheville—who come for the ribs, pulled pork, beef brisket, sweet vinegar slaw, and corn pudding. On a sunny day, grab a seat at the picnic tables outside and take in the murals that cover every wall in the vicinity.

    5 Foundy St., Asheville, North Carolina, 28801, USA
    828-253–4499

    Known For

    • Smoky baby back ribs
    • Waitresses who call you "sweetie"
    • Collard greens and other Southern sides

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sat. and Sun.; closes at 4:30 on weekdays
  • 3. Summit Coffee Co.

    $ | River Arts District

    Serving third-wave coffee in a chic industrial space, this is a convenient stop for cold brew and more while visiting art studios.

    4 Foundy St., Asheville, North Carolina, 28801, USA
    828-705--8071

    Known For

    • Beans roasted in-house
    • Great selections of beans and espresso drinks
    • Bagels
  • 4. Vivian

    $$$

    The emphasis is on the cooking at this dimly lit, painted-cinder-block eatery that blends French techniques with Southern ingredients like mountain trout and North Carolina shrimp. Vivian's service is top-notch, making it ideal for a date night. 

    348 Depot St., Asheville, North Carolina, 28801, USA
    828-225–3497

    Known For

    • Creative versions of contemporary dishes
    • Interesting craft cocktails
    • Unpretentious setting

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner Sun.
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