Duck Donuts

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9 years ago

We've been to the original Duck Donuts location in Duck, NC, on the northern Outer Banks. They now have several other locations on the Outer Banks and have begun franchising. I believe they now have more than 40 locations. In September 2017, they opened in Asheville, in part of the shopping complex that includes Harris Teeter, AAA, Chick Fil a and other retailers. I believe it's in the same building as the new Five Guys. We tried it today, a few day before their official grand opening. Their concept is a little hard to explain. They make the basic donuts in advance, which are a kind of light cake donut. Then you choose the flavoring (cinnamon, sugar, whatever) plus toppings (for example, sprinkles, chocolate sprinkles, bacon, graham crackers, etc.) and glaze drippings. We got a half dozen of their donuts ($7.50 plus tax). Service was friendly, despite the fact that the little shop was jammed. The problem was that Duck at this location doesn't seem to have its systems down yet. You go in and order, but unless you already know the options you probably will be confused. Signs are small and hard to read. There are plasticized sheets that explain the various combinations, plus forms you can fill out with the kinds of donuts, toppings, glazes, etc. you want, but these are not placed where you can get easily them when you come in. The busy cashiers really don't explain how to order. You would think that a chain that has 40+ locations would have its basic systems down pat by now. Duck has good fresh donuts, and relatively good prices, but so far the place is a little disorganized. Also, the parking directly near the store is limited, because of the way parking is arranged in that part of the strip center. On a busy day it could be hard to get in and out, as there is just entrance/exit from the parking area iin front of Duck Donuts. You could park at the side of the building or elsewhere and walk to the donut shop. It took us 23 minutes from entering the shop to walk out with our half dozen donuts. read more

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Shanna G.

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7 years ago

Upon entry I found this place confusing. A made to order donut shop implies to me that you should sit down and enjoy it while it is hot as opposed to a fast in and out sort of deal. They don't have a drive thru which would only support this case further yet they only have like 5 tables. So I feel like I am kind of missing something here. The decorum is also bland and uninspiring. I love the fact that they make the donuts to order here and you can get excessively outrageous toppings like bacon or keylime. Some seem to think this is a bit much and it can be so its definitely not a place I could frequently visit but would enjoy it every now and then. Service was neither here nor there and I wish they had more tasty beverage options to wash down these decadent treats. Good but not great and beats Dunkin donuts any day of the week because at leat you know you won't be served something stale. read more

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Mackenzie M.

6 years ago

These donuts were so good! They are all vanilla cake donuts, not yeast. If that isn't your cup of tea, I wouldn't recommend. If you like cake donuts, it is amazing! They are hot, flavorful and delicious! The people working were also very nice and pat read more

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Nina G.

5 years ago

The staff was super friendly. It was our first time there and didn't know what to do; the girl kindly explained and even gave suggestions. These donuts are the BEST (insert choice expletive here) donuts we've ever had. I wish there were a Duck Donuts in NY! read more

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Duck Donuts has incredible soft, airy cake donuts. The best part about the place is that you get to pick the type of icing and toppings you'd like for each donut. Some of my favorites are maple bacon, blueberry pancakes and smores. The pumpkin icing is awesome too. Even with a line out the door, the staff is friendly and quick. read more

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Taylor P.

4 years ago

Very good. Donuts are made fresh to order. They've got enough flavors for everyone. Definitely check them out instead of Hole Donut

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Holly W.

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We were disappointed! The girl at counter was new but very sweet. We ordered a half dozen so could try a variety. We chose a chocolate iced,blueberry pancake,key lime pie,lemon,powdered and plain. They were warm and fresh and girl preparing made correctly and quickly. We just didn't enjoy the texture or taste of the donuts..... overall really blah! read more

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Zachary S.

3 years ago

Best donuts you could ever get! Don't know why you ever go anywhere else. Bacon is crispy and they come out warm and fresh. Crunchy outside soft melting inside. read more

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Stephen S.

5 years ago

Not the best donuts in the general vicinity but they are custom made for you while you wait. You get to pick type of donut and toppings and watch it being made. Fun for the grandkids! read more

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Ben H.

5 years ago

So delicious, kind of like a Coldstone but for donuts. The cinnamon sugar donuts tasted just like a churro, and the blueberry were to die for. Each donut is custom made before your eyes. read more

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Kristina W.

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I finally got around to trying Duck Donuts. I wanted to avoid the long waits. I needed the newness to wear off. I also have NO BUSINESS EATING DONUTS. However, I am weak and this place is TO. DIE. FOR. Donuts I tried: Raspberry, Chocolate, Salted Caramel Donuts I LOVED: Raspberry, Chocolate, Salted Caramel This isn't your basic premade donut shop. There are no bins full of donuts. They make these babies FRESH and right in front of you. It does take a bit more time than your average donut shop, because they have to make them. If you like donuts, this is the place! read more

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Chrissie B.

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Great place for cake doughnuts. I am not a fan of cake doughnuts I will confess. I prefer yeast doughnuts. But these were warm, gooey and made to order. Nothing to complain about. Their hot drinks are also good. They get you in and out quickly. There is limited seating so not really a sit down place. read more

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Steve S.

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8 years ago

I am a huge fan of cake donuts. This place has absolutely mastered the art of making them. A lot of places (DD, KK, etc.) serve dense, OK-tasting cake donuts that are basically sugar bombs. Duck's are light and fluffy, served hot, and not like a sugary sponge. That's the essence; then, you add glaze, toppings, and drizzle (if you want - each is a choice), and these things are just phenomenal. Or, get 'em plain and you'll be very happy, too. This is the best donut shop I've been to in a very long time. read more

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Hollie L.

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I was recommended this place by a friend and was not disappointed. The staff was super friendly and helped me with my order! It was completed very quickly and the donuts were amazing! 10 out of 10, would donut again! read more

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Over-rated. Went to this location in Asheville NC, but we have one here in Ft Myers FL also. Don't see what all the fuss is about. They're just cake donuts, custom made. The wait is too long, and they weren't this "oh my god" super delicious, never had anything like it donut. (Have you been to Bennetts in Ft Myers). Don't see this buiness model succeeding for very long. Just my opinion. read more

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Jessica B.

5 years ago

We're in town from California visiting family and were told this was a must stop. We were not disappointed!! The coffee is the best coffee I've ever had and I used to work in high end coffee shops. It's the perfect medium roast and had the slightest sweetness to perfect it. I don't like sweet coffee but it's delicious. And the donuts were amazing!!! Fresh made to every order and absolutely delicious! To top it off, we had the best customer service!! Everyone working was incredibly kind and patient (we had a large order). The gals working were so kind! And the gentleman working the register, Alex, absolutely made our day! He was so fun, so sweet, incredibly upbeat and exactly the kind of person you want greeting and working with customers. Thank you, guys, again, for the great service!! :) we can't wait to visit again! read more

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Thomas B.

8 years ago

Amazing donuts, this location even has a couple tables to enjoy them hot & fresh! My favorite is the blueberry maple glaze! Staff is courteous and toilets are clean and unisex. read more

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Lexi B.

9 years ago

My favorite doughnuts the s'amore, maple bacon and blueberry. Great place for doughnuts! read more

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Lolli R.

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So many donuts to enjoy, so little time! I stumbled upon this gem because it opened up right next to European Wax Center, where I go to get my eyebrows done. I arrived about 20 minutes early due to my errand running being a little ahead of schedule. I looked over and thought, "Coffee and a donut? Why not?" Headed inside and there was a bit of a line. I didn't realize they had just opened officially the day before, so there were lots of people excited to try it out. You can grab a menu and pencil and start on your order so it's finished by the time you get to the front. Very efficient! Unfortunately with the staff being so new they were having trouble keeping up. When I got to the front I decided to get a two donut combo with coffee. I picked out one of their specialty donuts to take home to bf (Oreo donut!) and I made one for myself. You can choose from such a variety of toppings! I made a donut with lemon frosting and a raspberry drizzle which I thought was very original...until I came to the front and realized they already had a specialty donut with those toppings called the Sunrise donut. Haha, well great minds right? Just an FYI, these donuts are cake donuts! They don't taste like your average Krispy Kreme! So soft and dense and delicious and MADE FRESH! I dare say these donuts are the best donuts I've tried here in Asheville so far (and that includes Vortex!). The coffee wasn't anything too special, but I'll definitely be back for a box of these bad boys when the sweet tooth craving strikes! read more

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CB S.

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Love duck donuts and was super excited to see them come to Asheville. Wish the location had a little more seating so you could sit and enjoy your donuts and coffee. Although it is small it is still a great environment and consistent with the other duck donuts locations. We visited here the first week and I am sure it's because the staff was still learning but about half of our order was messed up. They seemed hesitant to fix it, as they gave us "beach balls" instead of "the beach. They eventually made the order correct and the donuts were delicious as usual. Look forward to visiting again once things settle down. read more

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Sullivan B.

Elite 17

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9 years ago

Service, Location, Atmosphere and Donuts were all awesome! There were a lot of people in a long line waiting to order their Maple and Bacon donut but the staff handled it well and were giving out samples to everyone in line. Great experience, great donuts with opening day crowds. read more

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Emily F.

8 years ago

We ordered two dozen. Their summer and signature selection. They make them right in front of you - fry them and add the toppings. If you're more adventurous, you can custom create. My favorite so far is the coconut island bliss. Super delicious! read more

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Julie L.

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4 years ago

Best donuts ever I have never had a freshly made donuts and better than any donuts in Dallas where we are from

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Bella N.

6 years ago

The donuts were ok. I appreciate that they came warm and obviously made fresh, but most of the icing was on the bottom of the box, which, from my understanding about heat and icing, means that the icing was put on the donuts immediately after they left the frier and then put directly in the box. I could be wrong, however, if I wanted plain donuts, I would have ordered plain donuts. They were pretty tasty, none the less, but a bit on the heavy side in terms of the cake. I'm giving it two stars because I had a gnarly stomach ache after eating Duck's donuts. Maybe they should change the name to Detox Donuts. read more

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Nicole K.

7 years ago

Donuts are soooo good! Not the quickest turnaround and there aren't many places to sit.

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Andrew G.

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9 years ago

Always a pleasure coming to duck donuts. Great value for super fresh, sugary doughy goodness. Get at least 2 donuts, because you can eat these bad boys in like 3/4 bites. Go simple: Cinnamon/Chocolate, Sugar, or Chocolate and you'll be set. The Bacon is smoky mmm. read more

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Nikki M.

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These are hands down the best donuts we've ever had. The dough is like soft cake and you can personalize the donuts any way you'd like. All of the donuts are made to order but they are made so fast you'd think they were pre-made. To be honest, we also found them very affordable, a donut at Dunkin' Donuts will cost you $1 and these are $1.40 and the quality is by far superior! We went with a few of the favorite options and it was the best choice we could've made. We ordered two maple bacons, two of the seasonal with lucky charms, a peanut butter, and a s'mores. The bacon is made fresh (well the whole donut is fresh but they really didn't cheap out on any portion of these donuts). DO NOT PASS UP THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE THIS!!! read more

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Catherine W.

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When you order at the location and get a fresh donut, made to order, glazed to order, it's pretty heavenly. I love that you can customize it to your liking and on a warm cake donut, it just can't be beat. We ordered a "bucket" of donuts for my daughter's birthday, while not warm, they were still pretty good. read more

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Jen S.

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9 years ago

The staff is friendly and made it right when they messed up our order. The donuts were nice and warm but honestly a little too sweet for me. The ice coffee was sort of terrible. But the place was packed and the staff held it together and kept smiles on their faces during the madness. The manager was very nice to all customers she interacted with. Flip flop donut was my favorite. The maple bacon donut was too much like drinking syrup... read more

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Stefanie W.

7 years ago

Best donuts ever! The staff is always so friendly and the place is always spotless! The owner takes pride in that! Amazing coffee!! The selection of donuts is amazing, it's hard to pick just one or two! I haven't had a bad one yet! They're so warm and fresh, made right in front of you! I highly recommend this place! Way better then surrounding donut shops and way more affordable!! read more

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Heather S.

8 years ago

This is a fun and unique donut shop. The donuts are cake donuts and freshly fried. While they are still warm, they glaze or sugar them to order. They. Are. SO. GOOD! I tried cinnamon sugar, which tasted like a favorite donut from my childhood. My husband tried blueberry and orange, both were excellent, although he said the orange was best. They have different icings, drizzles and sprinkles. We bought a dozen of assorted flavors to take some home to our kids, but I'm wondering how many will make it after a six hour drive! read more

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Liz S.

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6 years ago

Yaaass!! We fell in love with these donuts when my husband and I lived in Norfolk, VA. We recently traveled to Asheville for my birthday and once I saw there was a duck donuts, I made it a point to stop. I LOVE donuts and try them everywhere I go. I've been to Voodoo Donuts in Denver and all over FL, but Duck Donuts is still the standard for made to order cake donuts. Which are my favorite! Until we meet again! read more

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Amanda S.

9 years ago

Staff was friendly and helpful. Donuts were super fresh and delicious!! This is quickly becoming my favorite donut shop. read more

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Kate H.

5 years ago

Yum yum yum! The two ladies working there this morning were kind and efficient. I got one of the chocolate cake donuts and a maple bacon donut for my partner. So goooood! This is the second Duck Donuts location I've been to, and they did not disappoint! read more

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Ginny L.

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9 years ago

Delicious, made from scratch classic vanilla cake donuts. We got the flavor combinations they put together and we were very impressed. Great service and great atmosphere. Would go back. read more

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Aaron L.

7 years ago

These made to order donut shops seem to be popping up all over the country, it's like you can buy a "made to order" donut store kit in a box or something. Anyways, this place was just ok at best. Pros - Donuts came out fast - Donuts were ok, nothing to rave about just ok - Nice selection of toppings, flavors and glazes Cons - The girl at the register was just awful, was put out to take our order, snappy with her team members and basically unhelpful. - The store was messy - The vibe was just meh like no one working there wanted to be there! This just felt like a wham bam stamped out franchise trying to sell as many locations as possible and that whoever bought this location does not care. read more

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Dan K.

4 years ago

Just moved into the neighborhood and had to try this place because we heard good things. And we weren't disappointed. The donuts are made to order, and if you can make it home in a fairly short time, those warm donuts are a taste of heaven. If you live further, then you can always eat one or two in the car. But either way, you are never going to think about donuts the same way. read more

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182 Merrimon Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
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What time does Duck Donuts open?

Duck Donuts opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Duck Donuts close?

Duck Donuts closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Does Duck Donuts take credit cards?

Yes, Duck Donuts takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Duck Donuts have catering options?

No, Duck Donuts does not have catering options.

Does Duck Donuts serve alcohol?

No, Duck Donuts does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Duck Donuts allow dogs?

Yes, Duck Donuts allows dogs.

Does Duck Donuts have TVs?

Yes, Duck Donuts has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Duck Donuts have outdoor seating?

Yes, Duck Donuts has outdoor seating options.

Does Duck Donuts have parking?

Yes, Duck Donuts has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

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Does Duck Donuts have free WiFi?

Yes, Duck Donuts has free WiFi.

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These were easily some of the best doughnuts I've ever had. If I close my eyes, I can still…read moreremember how good they tasted! We stopped here before visiting the Biltmore, and while parking was a bit of a challenge, it was absolutely worth it. We ended up parking on the street up the hill near some residential homes, but don't let that deter you. One of the coolest parts was being able to watch the doughnuts being made right in front of us. There was a line when we arrived, and we waited about 15 minutes to order and another 10 minutes or so for our doughnuts. Even with the wait, I'd do it all over again. The doughnuts were incredibly fresh, warm, light, and fluffy. Every flavor we tried was delicious, but the vanilla glazed and the toasted almond sesame cinnamon were my favorite. If you're in Asheville, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

My husband and I made a stop at Hole donuts on a Thursday morning for a little sweet treat. Hole is…read morea quaint little shop located within a neighborhood. They do have a small side lot for parking. Order ahead online or at the register when you arrive. We loved the open kitchen concept. Get a front row seat to watch your donuts being made right in front of you. My husband and I got the glaze and cinnamon sugar donuts. Both flavors were excellent! We enjoyed our warm perfect donuts while sitting inside watching other orders being made. They do offer coffee and other beverages. We just helped ourselves to the water station. Staff were beyond friendly and they seemed to genuinely enjoy their job. Thank you Hole for a great morning show and sweet treat. We will be back.

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Vortex Doughnuts

Showed up here before a conference hoping to get my hands on a delicious gluten free donut. Turns…read moreout they make them as the day goes on and when arriving about an hour after arriving was told it would be another 2 hours before they had any gluten free options. Would love the chance to try them but extremely disappointed that they're not ready to serve everything upon opening. So if you're looking for that gluten free option show up later in the day. It should say this on their info/ site/ menu. That would've saved us a while trip.

Really amazing cake donuts! We tried 4 of them and the…read moreEspresso & Old Fashioned were my favorite. They had a few seasonal options too. Reasonably priced but it would be cool if they ran a buy 3 get 1 deal (or something like that) after 1pm so they don't waste so many donuts. The staff was in a bit of a rush to close the shop despite the fact that I went 45 minutes before closing but were friendly enough. Definitely add it to your list if you are craving high quality donuts in Asheville!

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The best and best donuts in Appalachia. Nothing like them. If you're visiting Ashville, you have to…read morestop by.

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Stay Glazed Donuts & Cafe

I had taken my walking tour of downtown Asheville, and our tour guide highly recommended Stay…read moreglazed donuts. I came back later that evening and tried the original glazed donut and original glaze mochi. Both tasted very unique and simply delicious. The staff was generally friendly, and they engaged some of the customers in brief conversation. The interior was decorated as uniquely as some of their donuts. It looked like a fun place to simply hang out and enjoy a couple of donuts. Overall, they have a very creative and eclectic variety of donuts. I would definitely consider returning the next time I'm in Asheville. Cheers

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Cute little spot. The ice cream and cookies were great. We wish we could see the ice cream before…read morechoosing but none the less it was delicious.

So happy I could combine ice cream flavors! I got the chocolate chip cookie, which was very chewy!…read moreAnd then vanilla and their mint ice cream. Not super comfortable seating selections and the sandwich is a bit hard to eat but very delicious.

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Biscuit Head

Food was amazing. Their gravy was extremely delicious. They also had a large bar of jams that was…read moregreat as well. Well priced for as much food as you got because the biscuits were huge. Service was good, it was mostly self service but the food came quickly!

This place was recommended by my sister and she was right!!!…read moreYou walk in and order at the counter and they assign a table with a number for you. Sit down and they bring you food. Don't miss the jam bar! Definitely a highlight of our visit to Asheville! Apple Maps directions are a little confusing, they are in a medical park and location doesn't look like a restaurant should be there. Apple directed us to the back of the building, we had to look around to figure out we were on the wrong side but there's a small driveway to get you to the right side

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I've been desperately craving beignets for quite some time now and was so excited to find this NOLA…read morebased coffee shop in Asheville. The navigation kind of got us a bit lost since but we eventually made our way to it. It's a small coffeehouse with limited staff. When we arrived they had to go get more dough so there was a bit of a delay. We got both got to iced lattes and two variations of beignets. The skinny finger sized ones and the classic squared. I loved that they served in traditionally in a brown paper bag and you kind of shake them up to get all the delicious powdered sugar on them. It was my friends first time trying them so I walked her through it because it can get messy quick lol while it did take a bit long for us to get our order, the two staff members were working hard to get us taken care of and at least give us the coffees first. Both lattes were great and we sat in a cozy corner to enjoy everything.

Stopped in for breakfast today, so very tasty!!!

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Chestnut

I was in town for a massive gathering of beer nerds for the homebrewers convention and needed a…read moresolid breakfast to reset my system after days of heavy tasting. I found Chestnut on Yelp and decided to wander in. The space has this elevated modern rustic vibe with a southern twist and a little bit of sass. They even sell shirts that say neither hoity nor toity, which cracked me up. Honestly, the atmosphere was great, but our waitress was the real star. She was absolutely phenomenal and looked after us perfectly. My palate was pretty fried, so I started with a Bloody Mary to wake up. Truth be told, it was just okay. The house mix had an odd flavor that nobody at the table could quite identify, and it seriously lacked spice. It was just kinda bland. I noticed a bottle of Firewalker hot sauce on the table, and splashing that in helped a little bit. After that, I transitioned to a mimosa. You really cannot mess up a mimosa too much, and it was a solid, reliable second drink. For the main event, I ordered the southern chicken and waffles. This came with a fried chicken breast sitting on golden malted waffles, smothered in sausage gravy, and drizzled with chipotle honey. It was a really great dish. The kitchen did a solid job with the fry on the chicken, and the gravy had a nice flavor. It leaned a little on the sweet side because of the honey, but it was not totally overdone. The real sleeper hit of the morning, though, was the side of cheesy grits. Those grits were absolute heaven. They were incredibly creamy and perfectly seasoned. If you go, you have to order them. Chestnut is in a great location, and despite the weak Bloody Mary, it was a stellar visit.

Worth Planning Your Asheville Trip Around…read more As a Bay Area foodie, navigating around San Francisco's incredible restaurant scene taught me to appreciate thoughtful cooking, quality ingredients, and genuine hospitality. Chestnut had been on my Asheville dining list long before I arrived, and after spending several days exploring Boone, Blowing Rock, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, I made it my dinner splurge before heading home. It absolutely delivered. A quick tip: skip the hunt for street parking and head straight to the garage across the street. The first hour is free, and downtown Asheville can be congested with both vehicle and foot traffic. I arrived around 5:30 without a reservation and was warmly greeted by the hostess, who offered me a table or a seat at the bar. Asheville was surprisingly hot and humid compared to the cool mountain weather I'd been enjoying, so the air-conditioned dining room was an easy choice over the sidewalk patio. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Fresh flowers, warm lighting, elegant stone countertops, comfortable booths, tables, and bar seating create an atmosphere that feels polished without being stuffy. What stood out most was the mix of guests. There were locals greeting staff by name, couples enjoying date night, families with children, and older guests gathering with friends. It felt welcoming and comfortable for everyone. As a solo diner, the bar was the perfect choice. I enjoyed all the energy of the restaurant while still having a peaceful dining experience. I started with a glass of Brut Rosé from Spain. Crisp, refreshing, and beautifully balanced, it was the perfect way to settle in after a warm afternoon. Then came the Lobster Bisque. As someone who has made lobster bisque from scratch, I know the work that goes into creating a great one. Chestnut's version, made with Oak & Grist Reserve Cream and finished with fresh chives, was outstanding. Rich, silky, velvety, and loaded with tender pieces of lobster. If I'm being incredibly picky, I would have enjoyed just a touch more sherry, but that's purely personal preference. The smaller serving vessel kept the bisque hot from first spoonful to last, which I appreciated. My only complaint was that I wanted a larger serving because it was that good. For my entrée, I ordered the 4-ounce Petite Filet. The steak arrived cooked a perfect medium rare with excellent flavor and texture. It was served with butter-whipped mashed potatoes, haricot verts, a crisp potato gaufrette, red wine demi-glace, and chive butter. Every component was thoughtfully prepared. The demi-glace added richness without overwhelming the beef, while the potato gaufrette provided a delicate crunch. My only minor critique was that the plate could have been served a bit hotter, but the quality of the food more than made up for it. One of the highlights of the evening was the service. Taylor, part of the management team, was personable, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming. After my sparkling wine, he suggested a half-glass pour of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir since I was driving. Excellent recommendation. The wine was elegant, earthy, and beautifully balanced, pairing perfectly with the filet. As the evening progressed, the restaurant filled quickly. Watching the staff greet regulars by name and efficiently manage the growing crowd spoke volumes about how well-run the restaurant is. You could tell many guests were repeat customers, which is always a good sign. After dinner, I attempted to walk off my meal through downtown Asheville, but the summer heat quickly convinced me to head back to my hotel. I left full, happy, and already thinking about that lobster bisque. For a Bay Area foodie who plans entire trips around memorable meals, Chestnut exceeded expectations. Great food, thoughtful service, an inviting atmosphere, and a dining experience that felt special without trying too hard. If you're visiting Asheville, put Chestnut on your list. Life is too short for mediocre meals, and this one is worth making time for.

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Su-Mack Down

Burial Beer

Outstanding beer. I'm struggling to remember the names of our favorites because I think all of the…read morebeer names are just rejected fall out boy and panic! At the disco song titles, but that's not really what's important here. Was is important is how delicious the IPAs, DIPAs, and TIPIAs are. I don't think we had a single beer that we disliked (and our group tried about 12 different beers here, so a solid sample size). One of the best in Asheville!

My favorite Asheville brewery by a pretty steep margin. The beer is always amazing and innovative…read more I've never had a bad beer here. The outdoor seating area is spacious and fun with old cars turned into self imposed selfie stations (guilty as charged) and a haven for sticker placements. Bartenders were great once served. However, on NYE you would think that both bars would be open?!? Having a huge line deterred me from getting another beer.

One of the gathering spots to grab a beer in their beer garden

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Waiting for the come down coffee soda

Wicked Weed Brewing

Excellent destination for a good beer paired with some food. The beer menu is actually fairly…read moreinteresting. Lot's of eclectic spice and vegetable beers, but the pairings are generally interesting and well done. They also have a few more traditional beer styles, if that's what you're in the mood for. The space is also very nicely done. Plenty of room at the bar. A somewhat dark and muted color tone that created the feel of a slightly rustic and understated space. I liked it. In terms of food, I ordered a mediterranean bowl and was pretty happy with it. Reasonably well presented. Some evidence of investing effort in creating an individualized concept. The ingredients were also very fresh. The toppings also fell within a reasonable balance. It wasn't overwhelming. It wasn't the best salad of this type that I've had, but it made for something crisp and fresh to pair with a pint. All that having been said, my suggestion would be to go for the beer. If you want to order food alongside your beer, that's secondary.

Great downtown spot located near Pack Park, a music hall, and numerous restaurants and shops. The…read morestaff were super friendly and welcoming and they were very dog-friendly. The inside had plenty of seating while the outdoor patio was perfect for dogs and getting some sun. Wicked Weed was highly recommended by locals and visitors alike. They have a good selection of beers including pre-organized flights and the food was really good as well - I enjoyed the steakhouse burger. Worth a visit for beer, food, and just an overall friendly and welcoming environment.

Asheville Hot Chicken Sandwich

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HOLE - Hot Doughnuts and Fresh Coffee

Cinnamon-Sugar, Vanilla Glazed, Bourbon-Sorghum and Sesame-Almond donuts

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All Day Darling

All Day Darling is a 2025 Michelin-recognized spot, and what a surprise and cute name!!!…read more While exploring near Grove Arcade, I searched Yelp for a local brunch place and found this gem. Like many cafés in Asheville, it's a self-bussing establishment, so guests return their own dishes after eating. The cafe is charming, with plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. The staff were warm, welcoming, and food was very good. We ordered drinks which was okay...next time I'll opt for water. Luckily, the Buddha Bowl and the breakfast sandwich served on a perfectly baked biscuit, and both were fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. I even bought their after-meal herbal tonic a try--not sure if it worked, but like to try it to give my stomach more energy and room to eat!!!

Stopped in for brunch. I got the Reuben and my husband got the GF pancakes…read more The food was out quick and thankfully they were not too busy when we arrived. I loved the open air concept of this place. My food was delicious, however, my sister's partner ordered the same and his sandwich was much smaller than mine - definitely not consistent there. My husband liked the GF pancakes (he doesn't have a sensitivity, he just likes pancakes and they only serve GF). He was not a huge fan of the added cinnamon. They had a great beverage selection!

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Birdie’s Pizza

4.5

(45 reviews)

0.8 mi

sorry i couldn't provide any nice aesthetic food pics... it was too yummy to wait…read more also, service was plain and simple. nice. chill guys on staff, pretty much. they were quick too.

The food is delicious and they all take such pride in having you as guests. So many options.read more

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River & Duke's slices

White Labs Brewing Co - Asheville Kitchen & Tap

Phenomenal. This is a brewery and restaurant associated with one of the major yeast labs in the…read morebrewing community (homebrew and commercial). The beer is very good, but also interesting. Almost every beer on the menu is a split batch fermented with two different yeast strains to showcase the resulting differences. It's a great concept, even if you're not into brewing. In terms of the food, it seems like the really leaned into providing something good, well-balanced, and sometimes takes advantage of the yeast and beer being cultivated on site. I had a house salad and some dilly beans for lunch. The house salad was fresh and extremely well balanced. I'm glad they had something vegetable centric available. The dilly beans were good, but quite a bit for a single human. They're probably the type of thing you would want to split among friends. I actually showed up for an event in the evening where they served pizza using dough fermented with one of their yeast strains. That was truly excellent. Nicely balanced, not over the top, with a deeply flavorful crust. If you're in Asheville, I would consider this a must visit destination.

We arrived during the rush of Saturday night dinner but found a parking space and then lucked out…read morewhen a big family was leaving their large table. Mrs. K. and I took the two seats at the end and I walked up to the bar to order drinks and dinner. A pint of the "American Style Lager" for me and their "Spicy!" ginger beer that Mrs. K. said was good but not all that spicy. Less than ten minutes later, my chicken wings arrived. They sell them as "a pound" which was good because these were very small wings. Small, but tasty in a sweet/spicy sauce and I ate nearly all of them while slowly sipping that very crushable beer. When it was done, back into the Sprinter van and off to figure out where we're parking for the night. I had tried to make a reservation on their RV parking app but they're booked two or three weeks out! Note: The restrooms are upstairs and they have an elevator. [Review 536 of 2026 - 4631 in North Carolina - 25718 overall]