Tried Daddy Mac's Down Home Drive-In while I was in Asheville for the weekend, and it was such a…read morefun spot! The whole place has a really cool, laid-back vibe with tons of personality. The decor gives you that classic down-home Southern feel, and they even have an area set up for live music. The band was getting ready as we were finishing dinner, so we didn't get to hear them play, but it definitely looked like a fun place to hang out, eat, and listen to some music. The nachos were SO good! They were loaded, full of flavor, and honestly one of my favorite parts of the meal. We also got the BBQ spread so we could try a little bit of everything. The brisket, smoked wings, and pulled pork were all delicious. The meat was definitely the highlight! The collards were probably the best I've ever had at a restaurant. I could've easily eaten a whole bowl of them and been perfectly happy! The baked beans had a pretty strong beer flavor, so those weren't really my thing. The potato salad could've used a little more seasoning too, but overall, there was plenty of food and everything had that comforting, casual down-home feel. I also tried the fresh lemonade, and it was really good...bright, refreshing, and definitely tasted fresh. It was $5 a glass, which is a little pricey for lemonade, but I still enjoyed it and thought it was a nice addition to the meal. And only had one glass. Thanks to the waiter for letting me know as I wanted a refill! Overall, Daddy Mac's was a great experience! Between the amazing nachos, flavorful meats, incredible collards, fun decor, and live music setup, it feels like the kind of place where you could easily spend a few hours eating, relaxing, and enjoying the atmosphere. I'd definitely go back, especially when there's a band playing!

4.5/5 stars. Our first time here, we were drawn in because…read moreof the BBQuterie board (genius idea, love it!!). Mama Mac (BBQterie board)- Brisket was cooked perfectly, but did not have much flavor or seasoning. Pulled pork was my favorite of what we had- that was seasoned wonderfully and cooked perfect. The wings (dry rubbed and smoked) were yum. Collards were good. Baked beans were good but super sweet. Cole slaw was nothing special. Pickles were super sweet as well. The BBQ sauces were great we tried all 3. Our favorite was the cheerwine one. They were out of 2 appetizers and potato salad which was supposed to come with the barbequterie board, so they let us choose what to sub it with. We picked cowboy caviar which ended up being okay, not much flavor there. The salad in a jar was good, you dump it into a bowl yourself. The jar was great because everything on the salad was portioned perfectly! Loved the chicken in the salad too. Only waited a few minutes for a table at 2:30p on a Sunday holiday weekend. There is an attached free parking lot and we were able to get a spot, but when we left there were no spots left and someone was waiting for our spot. There is street parking as well.

Fyi no pics taken since we went here for our anniversary dinner. Will be sure to take some the next…read moretime we come here....they'll be on the list for sure. Our evening started with complimentary champagne....booked in advance and told the staff we were in town celebrating and they took great care of us. We skipped the apps, but were impressed that they offer smaller plates, along with their entrees. My wife ordered the 4 Oz filet, which was so tender that it didn't require a steak knife to cut it. Her butter knife was sufficient enough. Honestly, her fork would've been enough. You can tell they have good beef quality....the filet was very tasty. Was served with a sauce and whipped potatoes, along with fresh green beans. I ordered their scallops and polenta dish. Honestly, I think the garnish was a bit over the top.....however, their scallops were delicious and tender. I normally like a good sear but can appreciate how they prepared theirs. The seasoning was flavorful and their sauce with the garnish went well with it. The only mark I can make had to do with the polenta. It was quite tasty, but the consistency didn't match the description of the dish. Regardless, it paired very well with the scallops. Ended the night with complimentary dessert, which was their blackberry peach crumble with ice cream, which was delicious. One of the best desserts we've had in some time. Our waiter James was fantastic. He was great in describing dishes, and was timely with the service and making sure our drinks were taken care of. The manager on duty, Brooke, was wonderful as well and even extended well wishes on our celebration. All in all, their staff did a great job. You can also tell that the other tables got similar service as well. We had all intentions on coming back and checking out their brunch, which was highly recommended, but ended up doing something else the following day. This is a solid option for date night dining. Very intimate setting downtown. Parking is ridiculous to try and get close by, especially on a Friday night, but theres a parking deck under a mile away from the front door. This is another Asheville spot we'll have in the rotation. Very impressed and can't wait to try other options there in the future.

Chestnut is centrally located and was convenient to our hotel. The Aloft Downtown recommended…read moredining here. We tried to come for dinner but they were on a wait. Instead, we opted to come back the next day for lunch. Our waitress, Danielle, was friendly and made a great old fashioned for my dad. The dining room was busy for lunch but comfortable. Great coloring provided for kids too!

being new to asheville i am happy to have found packs and have lunch there every two weeks. great…read moremenu with plenty of choices. your bartender andra is wonderful and does a great job! kendale k

This place is great and the food is amazing. We were originally sat at a table and asked if we…read morecould move to a booth. No problem!! We were moved to a booth and David U was our server. He is friendly and gave great suggestions. We had the fried green tomatoes, bison meatloaf w/mash potatoes and asparagus (perfect!!!), Smash burger w/Old Bay chips. All of the food was fantastic especially the fried green tomatoes. A MUST HAVE if you visit. M/F and family restrooms. We will be back again and again and again... I came back and ordered the BLT with old bay chips. Again the food was amazing! They put fried green tomatoes on the sandwich and a generous helping of bacon. Such a good sandwich! I brought Loki with me and he was welcome on the patio. The views all around are amazing! We

You would have no idea how good this place is from the outside. One of the best meals I've had in…read moretown (which is saying something in Asheville), in this little spot in an unassuming little strip mall. We will absolutely be back. The interior feels contemporary/cool, yet kind of funky, in a good way. It's a little pricey, but honestly it's appropriately priced for the high quality. for us, it's kind of a special occasion place, but if we were rich, we'd be there all the time! Service was patient and efficient. Surprisingly excellent find!

Nice little spot with darker walls and about 12 tables and small bar. Many of the tables are along…read morethe wall and a couple sit out buy the bar. It was a little loud and we were seated at one of the tables by the bar so everyone was walking by. We shared a couple of shareables and one main. The shareables were a real hit. The chargrilled red beets were scrumptious , with the sultanas, lavenydust and a wonderful sauce. The grilled shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits with blister peppers and sauce were tasty. The airline chicken was good but the shareables were a step above.

We were visiting Asheville for the first time. We were heading to a Shakespeare in the Park…read moreperformance and needed a nearby dinner place pre-performance. Tall John's was the perfect choice! We had a reservation and were warmly greeted. I loved the seasonal offerings and the funky cocktail list. We split a few appetizers (Rolls and Croquettes, both yummy) and then ordered from the medium plate section of the dinner menu. I got the Summer Vegetables and my husband opted for the Eggplant. Everything was seasoned perfectly and we raved about the sauces. If I lived nearby, I would eat here every week, everything was so fresh and delicious.

In a word, stellar! Sat at the bar where we were greated by a friendly and highly competent…read morebartender. The Bar featured notable high end liquors but I was more impressed by the Rittenhouse Rye as their well Rye and the inclusion of Mellow Corn, a "bottom-shelf bourbon " that is strictly IYKYK... Croquettes were very nice but my wife's fava bean/asparagus with goat cheese gnudi was incredibly decadent and absolutely sublime. My steak with romesco sauce paired perfectly with a glass of Syrah. Highly recommend!

Love, love the sloppy joe! Flavorful, mildly sweet, an elevated version of the dish! If you…read moredon't like the kind that has a tomato paste flavor, you will love this. The kids chicken tenders were a minced meat type, I wish it had been a real chunk of breaded chicken breast. But their meal came with ice cream and drink and lots of fries so they didn't complain. We sat outside to enjoy the afternoon sun. They have a large lively interior space too. Gluten free buns are available if you ask and they're tasty, which I so appreciate.

Service (Grave) was fantastic. We enjoyed a bogo meatloaf and Grace gave us the option to…read moresubstitute a beet salad for the extra meatloaf. Fried Brussels were also tasty.

This place was AMAZING. Went here for Mother's Day with my wife and kids. Service was top notch,…read morefood was perfect, and overall it's just an amazing experience all around. My daughter absolutely loved their "pasketti" as well. Will be back for sure.

My first night in town I was lucky enough to find Vinnie's. It seemed like it was an Asheville…read morestaple and nearby. I ordered the breaded flounder and tiramisu. The serving of flounder was so generous I had the second half the next night. The mashed potatoes and broccoli with capers was very good. What I will definitely get again is the tiramisu. It was delicious. I can't express that enough. It was enough for two servings but I gladly finished it off in one.

This restaurant uses all local ingredients and has a huge menu to show the variety that the local…read morefarmers can provide. I really liked the banana pudding that they had. It wasn't too sweet and you could tell that it was made with love. All of the food was delicious and the building itself was cool with little nooks to sit outside or be inside as well.

There's something about our favorite unassuming gem in Asheville--HomeGrown--that just gets us. The…read morebuttermilk chicken breast smothered in mushroom gravy, the sesame greens that somehow taste both familiar and new... a little piece of the South with a twist. And honestly? Sometimes it all tastes better eaten in the car, seat warmers on, sharing bites with my best friend.

What a great little find after a day in Asheville. The drinks were delicious, service was…read moreexcellent, and everyone's food was delicious! Highly recommended.

The ambiance has quiet and relaxed and a great place to relax. I sat at the bar and the bartender…read morewas amazing, every drink had such fragrance to them, honestly it was one of the highlights of my night. Service was great never felt pressure to rush, appitizer and meal came out peefectly spaced in my opinion. Ibhad the filet, with frites and crispy brussel sprouts. I had the tallow butter as well. I ordered the steak medium and it was served a littlw under cooked for my liking but had good flavor. The brussel sprouts were great. The tallow butter, well lets just say i will leave that to my face creams. Overall very enjoyable meal.

Our meal was amazing!!! highly recommend the salmon, the pasta, the biscuits and the hummingbird…read morecheesecake! Ambiance was wonderful. Our server, Marcella, was amazing. She was very knowledgeable, funny, prompt and great customer service. My wife is gluten free and she was like a kid in a candy store.....thank you for making our 40th anniversary special. Highly recommend!!!

I can't say enough good things about Posana! The ambiance, service and food are all exactly what…read moreyou'd hope for during a celebratory dining experience. My fiancé took me here for my birthday, and I felt celebrated every step of the way. Our server Laura brought us a complimentary small bite before the meal and after dessert. She also made dessert super special and was kind and attentive the whole meal! The food was all phenomenal, I couldn't believe it was all gluten free. It felt very fresh due to the farm to table nature of the restaraunt. We started with the cheddar biscuits, which were a hit. My short rib with polenta and roast veggies was delectable and a very generous portion! Finally, we ordered 1 dessert but they brought us a trio. I was wowed by the cheesecake and olive oil cake! Would definitely return for date night or any other special occasion!