We had an incredible experience at Asheville Proper and I felt compelled to share just how exceptional the entire team was. First, a huge shoutout to our waitress Emma. Her personality, attention to detail, and genuine care for our table stood out immediately. She was engaging, thoughtful, and clearly takes pride in making sure every guest has an amazing experience. Service like that elevates a great meal into a memorable one. Michael, the manager, was equally impressive. I watched him throughout the night--expediting, hustling, and constantly moving to keep the team running at peak efficiency. You can tell when leadership truly cares about the experience in the room, and he absolutely sets the tone for excellence. We later learned the head chef was out on maternity leave, which honestly shocked us because the sous chef was in absolute beast mode. Plate after plate came out flawless. The consistency, quality, and presentation were top-tier--you would never know anything was missing from the kitchen leadership. Now the food... simply incredible. We tried all of the sides, and every single one felt like a masterpiece of its own. Each dish had a genius mix of flavors and the same "wow factor" you'd expect from a main course. Nothing felt like an afterthought. I think my favorites were the beets and sweet potato tots. Who knew those vegetables could be lifted into a literal stand alone experience. I ordered the Ribeye, medium rare, and it was cooked perfectly. The flavor, temperature, and seasoning were of the highest caliber--easily one of the best steaks I've ever had, and I've eaten all over the world. For appetizers we went with the Curry Mussels and Bone Marrow. They were beyond belief. Every plate held its own level of excellence. The food: Amazing. The atmosphere: Amazing. The team: On a whole other level of amazing. We were celebrating a business success, and the team at Asheville Proper made it feel like we were truly winning. Highly recommend. I literally believe these guys just gave me one of the top two meals I have ever had! Keep it up, team! read more

Very yummy place, brought some family here and we had a lovely time. Ended with martinis and full bellies. God the smell of the wood fire when you walk in is crazy. The chimchurri sauce was definitely my favorite, and the filet was very tender. Mashed potatoes and the cabbage was great--will say the gnocchi was super salty and off putting a bit. That chocolate martini though~ Our lady was also helpful and very kind :) read more

Asheville Proper - Filet with wine butter - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Group of 4 on a busy Friday night. We were seated early without reservations. The host was great. We ordered all the "sides" and then each chose a protein, I chose the 6 ounce filet with the lump crab topping and bernaise sauce. My filet was honestly a little small and not the best. The crab topping was not lump - I'm a Virginia/Maryland gal- I know my crab and I know lump. It was a $19 add on, and it was ice cold...like very chilled. I said something, and was told that's normal. It chilled my filet. There was supposed to be a lovely bernaise sauce...there was not. It was dry, I pushed that crab off my now cold beef, ate what I had. It was later removed from the bill. The server did offer to correct the issue. Nevertheless, skip the crab. And I would not order the $59 tiny filet again either. Most of the sides were pretty good...I liked the green veggies. Potatoes were quite good too. Get the rolls, well worth it, Ambiance and service were fine. I'm not sure I'd return here for the price point. I would suggest looking further. read more

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My husband and I dined here just this week and I really wanted to like the place, but the Denver steak was the toughest I've paid for in a very long time. My husband was finished with his while I just kept on chewing and chewing and chewing. It would be a bit comical if I didn't waste $39 on it. Drinks were very expensive for a small coupe glass too. No complaints about the service. read more

Smaller intimate restaurant. Service and food are excellent. The Wagyu filtered and soaked bourbon is an experience that is good even at $30. 2nd time here. Will be back read more

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The whole restaurant smells of the smoke from the wood fire. To me it was overpowering and we asked to sit outside. I ordered LOCAL MUSHROOM "BOLOGNESE" which was just okay. Then I ordered a shrimp dish with feta and pine nuts among other things, which was prepared beautifully, wrapped in Philo and tied with a chive stem. Unfortunately it was so salty that I could hardly eat it. I would not recommend Proper, especially for those prices. read more

Asheville Proper - Mushroom dish - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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The atmosphere was cozy and what we were looking for in a mountain steakhouse restaurant. They specialize in meat and we could tell. We got a NY strip and it was delicious. On the other hand, the beefy mashed potatoes were very salty and we didn't end up eating very much of them. Our server, Steve, seemed irritated with us and did not provide service that matched with the price tags and "fine dining" label. Would also like to add the bathroom was dirty and not up to the standard of a fine dining atmosphere. Happy for the experience but would not return. read more

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This place is just alright. Absurd prices, taste is no better than longhorn. Will not be back

The restaurant needs reservations. The inside is on the smaller side. The food was good but a little pricy. The service was on the slower side but the waitress was really nice. The drinks were on the pricy side. read more

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A Proper Experience at Asheville Proper! From the moment we sat down, the experience was nothing short of phenomenal. The menu at Asheville Proper is bold, creative, and full of energy -- and it absolutely delivers. Let's start with the steak tartare -- easily one of the best I've ever had. Perfect texture, beautifully seasoned, and bursting with vibrant, balanced flavors. It's fresh, refined, and shows the kitchen's attention to every detail. Then came the bone marrow, which was an absolute show-stopper. Rich, buttery, and perfectly roasted -- it paired so well with the accompaniments that it felt like a dish straight out of a fine-dining magazine. Every bite was indulgent and perfectly executed. The portions were well-balanced, the plating stunning, and the service warm and attentive. You can feel the pride in every plate and the passion behind every pairing. If you're looking for an upscale yet comfortable spot with creative flair and unforgettable flavor, Asheville Proper is a must-try. It's the kind of place that reminds you why you love food in the first place. ashevilleproper.com read more

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Very cozy and modern restaurant with great menu and plenty of vegetarian options. Great service and nice atmosphere! Perfect for a date night read more

I took my guy to Asheville Proper for his Birthday and we actually enjoyed this place. My guy loved his steak and potatoes he gave it : For my Vegetarians out there : I had the Marbled & Smoked Gnocchi - it was good, But I felt like it was missing something like another type of fruit, idk I didn't like the grapefruit...idk it just didn't give me that WOW tasting factor. Did I eat it ? Hell yeah !! ( I didn't eat it all ) Will I eat it again? No Rating that at : I also had the Mixed Green Salad : I'm not sure if I was starving or that salad was just fire because dang it was gone in seconds. Loved it ! Rating the salad at : I can't remember the dessert name but nothing was left and that's all that matters Rating: I do want to go back and try the " Juicy Marbles Vegan Filet " - I almost got this but I was overthinking it read more

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My bf and I had reservations at 545pm and we arrived early, a little after 5pm. The host accommodated our new time and sat us right away. The food was exceptional. We ordered the waiter's recommendations and wow, we were blown away. Highly recommend the beef tartar, charred bone marrow, and s'mores cookie for dessert. read more

Asheville Proper - Charred bone barrow - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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We sat at the bar, drinks and service were top notch! I normally don't order espresso martinis, but it was a great after dinner drink. My wife ordered the Wagyu Coulotte (MR) with Chimichurri and loved it. I had the Hickory Nut Gap sourced Ribeye (MR) and it was amazing, perfectly cooked. We shared the Tallow Confit Potato Medley, Skillet Corn Broulee and Sauteed Mushrooms. I recommend choosing only two sides as our eyes were bigger than our stomach, but everything was delicious and perfectly prepared - highly recommended! Great ambiance and music too. read more

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Update in 2025. Special place. Love coming here duringy annual visit to Asheville. #1 - treat people so well. Thank you Emma for making me feel at home tonight. #2 - food is spectacular. Got the tasting menu. Inventive. Expected it to just be a play off the actual menu which would be good, but it wasn't. Chef went out of his way to present a special experience. #3 - the pairing with the tasting menu is worth it. This is an absolute gem in downtown Asheville. DO NOT miss out. read more

Went here for a business dinner on a Wednesday night. We were seated quickly. The restaurant was not very loud - great acoustics - so it enabled out party of 7 to be able to chat and communicate quite easily. Let me say this in all caps - THE SERVER WE HAD WAS ARGUABLE THE BEST SERVER I HAVE EVER EXPERIENCED. She was a mazing. Wish I could recall her name. (To the restaurant - we were there on 11/20/24 for a 630pm reservation. The server was probably mid to late 20's with brown/black hair - in help to identify her. She deserves a pat on the back) Unless we misunderstood the menu, we did not see any appetizers so we went straight to the main course. The whole table got steaks - ribeyes or filets. They were all cooked as ordered. I had the ribeye - 12 oz, so a bit on the small side but it was excellent. I added the mushrooms (dumped right on top) and the maple butter. Perfection. The rest of the crowd loved their steaks. For sides, we got the brussels sprouts, the grilled broccoli and the mashed potatoes. All very good. The broccoli so some of the best I have ever had. Highly recommend!! Will be back on a future visit to Asheville. read more

We had lunch here on the 4th of July while wandering around in downtown Asheville. The inside is very posh & polished. The staff is professional and very attentive. The kitchen is open air style, so you can watch the chefs grill your food, but that also means the restaurant is a little warm during summer months. My duck tartine would probably have been better served as a sandwich; the toppings kept falling off the bread, the blackberries didn't add much to the flavor profile, neither did the arugula & pickled zucchini topping, although the duck did have notes of a legitimate NY style pastrami, even if the breast meat was overcooked. My wife had the eggplant parmaggiano sandwich, and to be perfectly honest it was the better option, considering price/value ratio. The house made potato chips have a depth of flavor with citrus/acidic touches, blended with black pepper & saltiness. Perplexing that the side of chips beat the main dish in terms of overall balance. My advice to the chef, puree the blackberries instead of serving them whole, and rethink why you added pesto to the base instead of a creamy aioli. Presentation wise, it's pretty, but functionally the combinations don't work. read more

Asheville Proper - Eggplant parmigianno sandwich - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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I came here for my birthday dinner, and it did not disappoint! I got a cocktail that was good, but I can't remember the name of it. We also got the Parker house rolls. These were fine, but I might skip them if I were to go again. This place specializes in steak, and our waitress described each one to us, which was very helpful in determining what to order. I ended up getting the petite tender. It was nice and seared on the outside but tender on the inside. The mashed potatoes were very good as well. I enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant. It was great for a birthday celebration, and I would definitely go again! read more

Asheville Proper - Petite tender with mashed potatoes - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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My husband and I were blown away by this spectacular restaurant. We went on a Monday night. It was chill and relaxed. Our server was helpful and made a fantastic sour cocktail since the bartender was out. We had the foraged gnocchi which was so beautiful and full of layers of flavor. The steak was cooked perfectly and we loved the sides, the mashed beets and foraged mushrooms. The mushrooms were subtle and revealed more flavors with each bite. Desserts were also fantastic. We sat near the kitchen and we were struck by how chill and relaxed they were given the exquisite food they prepared. We are coming back for our last night in town. It was that good! read more

Asheville Proper - Foraged gnocchi. We wanted to lick the plate because the hibiscus glazed was so good! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

We've been there twice and both times it's been an outstanding meal. Just can't say enough about the open fire cooking. Just awesome. Staff and service are top notch. Give it a try. read more

Asheville Proper is a great place for dinner. The True open FIRE grill speaks for itself. The Smell of Fire grilled steak "any Meats for that matter " is just delicious! The open kitchen concept with the grill master shining front and center of the grill and top notch staff just seals the deal for me. Is and will be one of my favorite dining experiences. read more

The steaks are wonderful! We had the tri-tip and NY strip- all were perfectly cooked. Mashed potatoes and gnocchi were also great. Me, being the weirdo at the table, ordered the cabbage and I loved it. Ambiance is relaxing and quiet. Very attentive staff were helpful. Would love to visit again. read more

Had a great birthday meal here back in May. I should have cataloged my meal sooner, but, suffice to say, it was fantastic. The meat lovers of the group had bigger smiles, but everyone was happy. read more

Went to Asheville Proper on a girls trip to celebrate my birthday. When we sat down there was a wonderful birthday card on the table signed by the staff. Our waitress was funny and friendly. We ordered the gnocchi and beef tartare for the table. Both were delicious apps. I personally count have eaten them for a meal, as they were the perfect portion. I had the mahi mahi and others had a steak. The mahi mahi was very over salted, to the point that I couldn't eat the top part and of it. We also split potatoes and corn fritters which were flavorful. The corn fritters had an applesauce like sauce on it, which was quite interesting but also made it a standout of the meal. read more

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Came in for a friends bday dinner on a Saturday evening at opening time of 5pm as we had a rather large party. Upon entry it made sense as it's really not a large setup inside. Good service, good varied menu and some cool offerings both locally sourced and somewhat unique/uncommon on the beef/steak side. For the money ($75), the 12oz dry aged prime ribeye was quite a deal and very good. The mixed mushroom side was fantastic but the asparagus was a bit lackluster in terms of the amount of thinner overcooked pieces. Good mixed drinks and desserts were also rather good. My wife was pleasantly surprised by the gluten free chocolate cake and overall they were very accommodating to food allergies. Would def go back and recommend. read more

We came in on a Thursday night shortly after they opened. Started with a cocktail from their menu, rolls, and the grilled Romain salad. I was a little annoyed at paying $2 for a roll, but I must admit they were good and worth it based on size. The flaked salt on top really made a great flavor with the bread. I've never had a grilled salad so wasn't sure what to expect, but it was really good without being wilty from the grill. I got the gnocchi for my main. I wasn't sure how the egg was going to really work in it but it did. Every bite was rich and despite being small, it was filling. It was plated super nicely as well. My BF got the New York strip and we were a little underwhelmed at first because it was a somewhat small steak on a huge white plate with nothing else. But, it melted in your mouth and the flavor was really good. Side of mashed potatoes was also good. Inside was a bit cold even though this place is billed as fireside dining and I think there was a fire going. We wish we would've gotten sat up top in a cozy booth than in the middle at a table. read more

Came in during the night of the winter storm. Could tell the weather had affected staffing, but they did a good job. Our waiter was friendly and was working his tail off. The atmosphere was nice and cozy and was cool you could see the open fire cooking of the meats. The sides were good, but the steak was a little underwhelming. Little tougher than I would expect a dry aged steak to be. It may have been to it being off-season so will come back sometime just not soon. read more

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First off the food was awesome. The menu had changed so the scallops weren't on the menu and that was disappointing. I did have the Thai Hot Pot which very good but beware it is very spicy. It does come with bread. My brother had the rib eye and the potatoes. He said the rib eye was fantastic. Everything is ala carte. Service was great. It is very loud so a conversation is hard to carry on and it is pretty dim inside. Otherwise it's a great place to try at least once. Just don't rely on the menu as things do change. read more

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I got a NY Strip steak - it was cooked well but lacked any flavor. Service was spotty to say the least (it wasn't a weekend and they were not as busy at they purported to be. Ambiance was nice, but I would not go back based on prices service read more

Asheville Proper - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Oh my, this was exactly what we were looking for! Made a reso through Open Table and wanted to make it a bit later. Called the restaurant and it was an easy fix! We got there a few minutes before our reservation, so we just had to wait a sec for our table to be ready. When we were seated, we were given a birthday card, since both of us were celebrating! What a special touch. Emily, our server, was incredible. She was knowledgeable about the menu and wanted to be sure we enjoyed it all. Their espresso martini was perfect. We started with bread and a cheese plate. Every element was carefully added and went together very well. The bread was cold but flavorful. For entrees, I enjoyed the mushroom & risotto. The mushrooms were a bit cold and chewy but the risotto was incredibly flavorful it made up for it. My partner had a NY Strip and it was a perfect medium rare. We had a side of mushrooms (tastier than the mushrooms in my entree, IMO) and the smashed potatoes. Everything was great. The restaurant itself is laid out well and the wood fire adds a nice ambiance. I'm a big fan and I would love to come again. read more

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We expected better beef. My ribeye was unfit to eat, very tough and half was gristle and fat. The filet was small, looked like a 3oz instead of a 6oz. This was a ripoff and now that I went to another restaurant and ordered the same thing I feel disgusted. read more

Excellent dinner, filet mignon and a NY strip for my husband. Cocktails were great. Our server was friendly and attentive. Highly recommended read more

Fantastic food! The scallops The bone marrow was the highlight! Just wish there was more marrow in it! Venison was good too! Duck was juicy! Had some amazing food and totally loved the zero proof cocktails!! read more

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My wife and I had the chef's tasting menu last night which exceeded our expectations! We had eight courses with spectacular local ingredients and showcased wonderful creativity. It felt like a trip from the sea to the mountains, while highlighting local Appalachian produce, hyper-local meats, and their signature open flame hardwood cooking style. We met the chef and I have to shine a light on Jason Sweeney's creative and bold takes on local cuisine. Our server was prompt, knowledgeable, and provided us with a lovely evening. I highly recommend trying out Asheville Proper the next time you are in town. read more

We had such a great time at Asheville Proper! The outdoor seating was perfect for hanging out with our pup. I started with the Citrus Drop, and wow--it was super light and refreshing, the perfect taste of summer! My husband enjoyed his Old Fashioned, which he said was spot on. I also tried the Lemon Thyme Spritz; it was nice, but definitely more subtle compared to the Citrus Drop. The Aviator was delicious-definitely recommend! For dinner, I went with the marrow and octopus, and they did not disappoint! My pup even got to enjoy the bone when we got home. My husband had the hanger steak and mushrooms, and he loved it too. Our server was awesome--really friendly and gave us great recommendations. Can't wait to come back for more! read more

Not impressed and we didn't even get to eat. Plenty of open seats, but they told us there was a 15 minute wait. After 20 minutes we left. The hostess had NO personality, she wouldn't even smile. read more

Got to celebrate my birthday here and loved everything! Decided to order up every appetizer for our meal instead of entrees and they were all delicious. Unique as well, from the emu to the octopus and bone marrow. Beautiful decor. Upscale but not stuffy. Great service. Highly recommend. read more

Great atmosphere but a little too niche menu offerings. I met some friends here a couple weekends ago for dinner and drinks around 7pm on a Saturday. It's a very inviting spot in downtown AVL and definitely has a great ambience/atmosphere. We were seated at a high top near the host stand. Our waitress was super friendly and personable. She took our orders and returned promptly for refills and to check in on us. I had the dead man's handle (blanco tequila, Aperol, lime, orgeat, Tajin) while my friends ordered a classic martini and old fashioned. Food wise, there wasn't too much standard fare (lots of octopus, bone marrow, more exotic things) other than steak (which I didn't feel like indulging in) so I actually ended up just getting a bread roll, which in all fairness, was pretty good. One of my friends ordered the tomato gnocchi, and the others shared the bone marrow, octopus, and steak tartare. I did have a couple bites of their dishes and everything was pretty good. I think I was just disappointed that I couldn't get anything a little less fancy, pricy, and just more ordinary! I would have gotten a salad and was craving caesar, but they didn't even have that. I think this menu changes frequently so I'd be willing to give it another shot, but I would definitely review the menu before committing. read more

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Asheville Proper (Asheville, NC), out did themselves tonight! Their seasonal plates are amazing and also their steaks. Their food is really good and the quality of their steaks as well. Follow Emma J. recommendations regarding drinks, starters, main courses and deserts; and you will be experiencing an explosion of flavors. My wife & I have been extremely busy throughout these past months and we decided to do a mini-escape from Atlanta to Asheville. Tonight, Asheville Proper restaurant was what we need after 3 1/2 drive. We love the food, and felt at home with the atmosphere but, what really took us back was their service. Their service, their people is what it makes this rest. and experience an outstanding gastronomical experience! The service was beyond AMAZING, super attentive, quick and efficient. The whole staff make sure your experience is an amazing one! For sure, if you are having a sit down dinner; definitely request Emma J.. I'.m not sure how long she has been in the service industry but, I can tell she has been taking care people very well for some time. Her service is superb and her personality makes you feel like you know her from many years ago. Tonight, she was the great server/hosted any one can ask. She made us feel super special and relax. Emma J. make us feel like we were the one two people in the restaurant. She is simply the best Her the dedication, service, and her ownership of to her craft to provide us the best dinning experience she could make us feel especial. Emma J. was simply Amazing! Thank you Emma for your professionalism, dedication,and for a perfect night! Respectfully, Javier Perez read more

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Lovely dinner the other night. We got a table outside even though the dining room was fully booked. My fish dish was excellent and hubby enjoyed his steak. One of our sides had tempura figs in it - sublime! read more