Looking for a nice place for our 38th anniversary. The reviews were good and the menu looked great. The experience was even better. Outstanding food and Matthew guided us through the evening. We could not have planned a better night. Matthew made our anniversary special! read more

Great food and service! We were not disappointed. Centrally located. Loved the kale salad and pizza!

Johnathan the concierge was beyond amazing! A couple next to us wanted the outside table we were sitting at and he politely told them it was not available. They were rude and he was incredibly professional! Thanks to Johnathon for making out visit special! Thank you Johnathon read more

The food was pretty good and most dishes can be made gluten-free. They also have gluten free pasta. However, don't waste your money here. They are going to rush you through, no matter what. We arrived early 20 minutes early for our reservation and wanted to wait in the bar. Were told they couldn't check us in until our reservation time but if we wanted to be seated now, they had the space and we could have cocktails at restaurant . There was no one in bar or restaurant, so we sat down. The waiter rushed us through eating and didn't want to give us time between ordering drinks and the rest of our food. The waiter insisted we had to put in our full order, but he would hold dinner until we requested. We were still finishing our appetizers when we finally approved the waiter "putting in the dinner order" because he stopped by every 3 minutes to ask if we were ready. We had ordered a large cheese plate and just wanted time to enjoy it. Our dinners arrived less than 4 minutes after he claimed to put in the order, with appetizers still on table and not bused. Food appeared to have been under heat lamps. We had planned to order several courses but after this experience, left after dinner. If you're going to charge these prices, service and attention to experience needs to be reviewed. read more

Good food but the waiter was a little rude! Nice atmosphere and they do free dessert for bdays and other celebrations

Bargello exceeded my expectations in regards to accommodating my reservation. I was visiting Asheville from out of town with a group of 8 people and had a difficult time finding a reservation anywhere else. I called Bargello and they were so friendly over the phone and happy to accommodate my large group. On the day of the reservation we had to change our reservation time due to difficulty in finding transportation from our Airbnb, and Bargello said no problem! Once we arrived at the restaurant we were surprised to see they put our group in our own section at a beautiful table. In addition to the hospitality, the food was delicious and the interior was gorgeous. Thank you Bargello for a memorable dinner in Asheville! read more

Matthew took great care of us Drinks never wet dry and easy in the eyes. Drinks are quite strong, too

This place is perfection. Fantastic service (Matthew is Exceptional), great food and top notch cocktails.

We have breakfast here when we come to Asheville because it's so good. The restaurant is cheerful and relaxing and their food is wonderful. I love the oatmeal with berries and pecans. my husband ordered eggs and potatoes. We usually order the avocado toast too; it has spices and radishes on top. This last time, Keisha was our server and she was so friendly and sweet. She made us feel welcome and at home. We look forward to coming back to the Bargello. read more

My wife's short rib and polenta was a 10. My kids food (pizza and Alfredo pasta) was an 8, but my caccio Pepe or however it's spelled and the burata, were decent not great. Service was top notch and overall was solid, but not worthy of 5 stars read more

Johnathon made our visit fun. He went over and above to help us with our travel plans and breakfast choices. At the end he gave us jerky strips for our dogs. So pleasant to make us laugh first thing in the morning. read more

so glad these guys were open! I've always admired the interior furnishings but this time I was super hungry and they just happened to still be open. the host took extra special care to make sure I was happy and I loved every minute in this beautiful setting with such tasty nourishment. so grateful! we need more beautiful people and places in our lives! read more

This restuarant was in the hotel I stayed at during my trip. I loved the vibe and their menu selection. My friend and I started with the beet, quino and arugula salad, which was so fresh! I got the seasonal fish with farro for main. The best bite of the evening was the buttery cake with raspberry sauce. It was so good I ordered it two nights in a row. Friendly staff as well. read more

One of the best places in Asheville for brunch. The juice is fresh squeezed. Their short rib hash is unbelievable. Their espresso and awesome too. The whole experience is just very nice. We live in Asheville and coming here for sunday brunch is one of our favorite things to do. We have had JT help us each time we are here, and he is extremely friendly and he is just pleasant to talk to! we will continue coming back for our weekly Sunday brunch! read more

Average, overpriced Italian. The service was meh, and the ambiance was also meh. Definitely not worth the time and money.

Breakfast to our room was outstanding! Everything was well seasoned,crispy bacon, perfect eggs. Came with jelly and butter. So cute and delicious read more

Great service, drinks and staff. However we found the food a bit bland and too rich and buttery. The margherita pizza tasted delicious though. read more

First let me say I felt safe and protected in the restaurant environment the cooking staff was in full view and mask up. The wait staff was very courteous and informed us that we could if we'd like to at our table as a couple remove our masks during the dinner hour but we did put a mask up whenever the waitress came around the food was impeccable rather pricey I was unaware of what scallops would cost I got three good size scallops for $30 but they were delicious! My wife had a gluten-free pasta dish with mushrooms and it was the best meal I've had in a long time this was the first in restaurant dining we've done in a year it was March 14 the last time we went out to dinner so this is a special night. For my wife's 70th read more

We had a lovely brunch at this spot in the Kimpton Hotel. Staff was fantastic, food was good. The mimosa for brunch was amazing. Coffee was good and brunch meals were quite tasty. Would give a 4.5 if could. read more

What a magnificent restaurant Bargello is, we were there the weekend of Labor Day and enjoy their food, the Charcuterie board was outstanding, fresh toasted crostini, meats and mermelada to finish the cheese selections, that was for brunch, decided to come back for dinner and what a treat, Emily knows her wines and really wowed me with her suggestions, Shereé was amazing as well all her suggestions for dinner were right on, it was truly an enchanting evening, paired with great wine, amazing food and outstanding service! Five+ stars to Emily and Shereé for their commitment to provide outstanding service. Thank you again ladies. read more

Bargello - Mediterranean Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Food was amazing! Service was amazing! & absolutely beautiful down to every detail l-even beautiful fresh flowers at every table!

10/10 recommend!! food was amazing! some of the best duck I've ever had honestly! cooked beautifully! I LOVED the ambiance and vibe of the whole place! the service was also fantastic! our server Kelly was a STAR visiting or not it's a must visit! I'll definitely be back! read more

We had a wonderful experience in the restaurant and lounge. The staff was attentive and the kitchen was very efficient. Make sure you try the meatballs and the mushrooms, both amazing. Normally, I wait for 6-8 weeks after a new restaurant opens so that they can "iron out the kinks" on someone else. I am happy to say, I did not notice any "kinks". The atmosphere is comfortable, and the new hotel/restaurants/lounge is a welcomed addition to downtown Asheville. read more

The appetizers were promptly served. Highly recommend the fresh hummus, pork meatballs, and house baked focaccia. The portions were the perfect size for dinner and sides for the table were enough to share for at least four people. The bucatini pasta was fresh, simple and delicious. My favorite side was the crispy Brussels sprouts but everything I tried was amazing. They put a unique touch on each dish! read more

We went there for a carryout dinner during restaurant week. They forgot one of our entrees (did not charges us, after we contacted them). The rest of the food was ok (bouliabaisse, a salad, a so-so NY strip). Dessert was nothing special.This is the second time we've dined there. First time was indoors. In general it is mediocre, over-priced food. (even at Restaurant week prices). They seem very impressed with themselves but I/we were underwhelmed. Maybe if you were staying in that hotel it would be worth a trip but otherwise I won't be back. read more

We just returned from our stay at the Kimpton and throughly enjoyed our meals at Bargello. Mediterranean is their focus, but I would just simply say that the food is prepared with expert care and the right dose of technique. The burger on their lunch menu: just do it. I also loved their hummus plate with homemade pita and accoutrements. I was super impressed with their wine list which featured a very impressive selection of French Bordeaux and Loire Valley wines. Their sommelier was very friendly and attentive and even made a point to say hello the next day while we were enjoying coffee. Class acts! We will definitely be back. read more

Our meal at Bargello was incredible all thanks to Steph. She was beyond lovely, treated us like family, and even had a bespoke cocktail made for my MIL! The paella was delicious and we were so well taken care of. We're only here for a few days but we might have to come back!! read more

Amazing, amazing, amazing. Jonathan was more than accomodating, Martha makes the best drinks around, and Keisha gave us rockstar service! Thank you all so much, and again, a special thank you to Jonathan for making our day! :) read more

Wow! Amazing food and service that exceeded our expectations. The daytime host, Johnathan, shared a wealth of information on every topic we inquired about. He and his staff get every detail right! read more

Cinthia and Jonathon went "above and beyond" helping me with my dogs, and with breakfast, and guiding me with areas of interest in the area. Thank you so much! read more

Wonderful food and drinks but the host Johnathon kept hanging around our table talking about his upcoming back surgery. I felt it was unprofessional of him to do that since we were trying to have an important family conversation. He kept coming over to our table to talk about himself. I am only leaving two stars because of this annoyance. Bargello should hire a more professional host so the guests can eat in peace. read more

Had two great breakfasts during my stay and the lovely, Keisha, helped us out both times. A no brainer if you're staying at the Arras and a great option even if you're not. read more

The food and menu is quite refreshing in a city filled with American and Italian foods. We ordered small plates tapas style. The flavors were unique. The food offerings were original. The quality is superb. This quite the restaurant despite being in a hotel. I would definitely stay at the hotel again and visit this restaurant. read more

I was quite impressed with Bargello. Atmosphere was beautiful with elegant modern decor. Staff were very attentive. Prompt to correct a dish we did not like . Carrots had been served cold. They were reheated but lacked taste. Item was deducted from check and we were given a dessert on the house. The rest of the meal was delicious! The beet salad with goat cheese was my favorite. I also enjoyed the grilled octopus. My friend had the fried chicken piccata and the potatoes- both excellent. We shared the chocolate olive oil cake for dessert. Would definitely recommend and return there. read more

This was our stop after we checked into the hotel. We had reservations, but on a Wednesday night it doesn't seem like you'd need them. It wasn't too busy, but on the weekend reservations are probably a must. Our food was absolutely delicious! I had the Cacio e Pepe. It was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. My fiancée had the brisket and that was great as well. The front desk knew that our birthday was Wednesday and must have informed the restaurant - so we were given a free dessert. I thought that was excellent customer service because we didn't tell anyone in the restaurant. We chose the Chocolate Olive Oil Cake and it was delicious as well. Next time in Asheville, we will be stopping back! read more

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Asheville has so many outstanding restaurants it's hard to visit them all even when you live here. Bargello ranks at the very top, in our experience. The room is lovely: high ceilings, chic and inviting tables and booths, fresh flowers; everything to set the mood for a special meal. The servers work as team to provide attentive but not intrusive service. Our primary waiter, Matthew, magically appeared at our table whenever we needed him and was knowledgeable about the drinks and food menu. His recommendations were excellent. Our cocktails were beautiful and delicious. We shared a halloumi salad which was too big for the two of us to finish and was wonderful. Our main dishes were pan-fried flounder with a lentil and tomato sauce - terrific - and bouillabaisse served with pasta to ensure that every drop of the wonderful broth was savored. The bouillabaisse was probably the best we've ever had, all of the seafood (octopus, mussels, scallops, shrimp) was perfectly fresh, and the broth was saffron- scented heaven. The kitchen uses quality ingredients and doesn't skimp. We were too full for dessert, but are eager to return for that and also to try the very inviting looking cocktail lounge and small-bites restaurant, District 42, on the other side of Kimpton lobby space. read more

Amazing burrata with citrus and beets, followed by even better dark chocolate semifreddo with praline crunchies. We were blown away by the food, and even more impressed that this was available in our room at the hotel. read more

We have breakfast here several times a month and the service and food are always top notch. The host, Jonathan remembers everybody by name and does a great job. Even the servers will tell you that he is the glue that holds everything together. We also have a favorite server named Keisha who takes such great care of us. read more

It was my first time at Bargello and Stephanie made it so special. She was so attentive and helpful, and truly was a highlight of our first visit to Asheville and Bargello. I will be back again without a doubt. read more

The service at this restaurant can't be beat! We have been here at least a dozen times and Matthew and Stephanie take excellent care of us every time!! In the dozen times we have eaten here, the food has been excellent every single time. Honestly, I haven't written a review before now because I liked it being our little secret spot, but it's so good I can't keep from sharing. Their bar also serves excellent cocktails. We are big fans of this place. read more