Thoroughly enjoyed my brunch here. Loved the covered and heated outdoor patio so we could bring our…read morepup. Service was very good. Didn't see the inside. Had the breakfast sandwich with veggie sausage and for the side, I had the gumbo. The gumbo was very good. Certainly not the best I've had but I enjoyed it. Hearty and had a kick. The sandwich was also very good. The gluten free bun was decent and the veggie patties were basically like your store bought veggie sausages (think Morningstar). My biggest issue was I ordered over easy and the eggs were basically fried. My wife got a Benedict and the poached eggs were also very over cooked. If all you serve is breakfast and lunch, you need to know how to cook eggs. The beignets we ordered were very good. Not cafe du monde (NOLA) or Huey's (Savannah) good, but a solid attempt. My other complaint is they were out of plant based milk. The server said they usually stock almond milk but ran out. First, if it's so popular that you run out, order more. Second, if you ran out unexpectedly because you always have enough, then go out and buy more since it's obviously popular. It was 10:30 on Sunday. You literally just opened which means you ran out last night. Go to the supermarket on your way in (or ask a server to stop on their way in) and buy more. It's not like it's the middle of the shift and you ran out. Sorry, but a pet peeve of mine is when a restaurant runs out of something that is easily purchased a block away at a supermarket or convenience store. Anyway, I would come back. They need to do better with their egg cooking but the meal was otherwise very good.

The service was really good. Knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. We had our dog and sat in an…read moreenclosed, heated, outdoor patio. The club sandwich is about as good as any we have ever tried. The bacon is cooked perfectly, the turkey is high quality, the bread is fresh. I would say something was a bit overly sweet which may have been the bacon but I wasn't sure. Also, the bread was good but maybe a bit too dry for my tastes. All in though, a remarkable sandwich. Well done, Mayfel's! The gumbo was full of meats and tasty. I would suggest order, $3 upcharge, but well worth it. We got crab cakes on the salad which were also terrific. Limited to no filler, no breading, and cooked to perfection. We received two small crab cakes for the $8 charge which we felt was well worth it. The salad was good too. This is a place to go if you are interested in cajun - e.g. gumbo, etouffee, jumbalaya, po' boy, and so on. Outside of cajun there are limited options - e.g. burger, sandwiches, salad.

For context, I'm a South Louisiana gal, who's lived in Los Angeles for 23 years. I've spent the…read moreentire summer here, and I cook...A LOT. The catfish is the best I've had in Asheville, so far. I've tried Good Hot Fish, some of the other oyster houses and the po-boys at Sunny Point, but Crab du Jour is my fave, when it comes to catfish. Everyone is cordial and accommodating here. The sweet potatoes could use a little soul food mama help, but otherwise, everything I've had here has been delicious, from the clams, mussels, shrimp, sausage, corn and potatoes. Selfishly, I want the crawfish season to last longer, but I don't know the choreography of the rain dances to extend that season, so here we are with frozen IQFs.

(2/5 Stars)…read more Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing from start to finish. The service was fair, but the food took a very long time to arrive. When it finally did, the seafood didn't seem particularly fresh, and the catfish was overcooked to the point of being burnt. To the restaurant's credit, they did offer a discount after the issue was brought to their attention, which I appreciated. However, the quality of the meal simply wasn't what I expected. One thing that also stood out was the feedback box near the cashier. It was so overloaded with comment cards that it honestly made me wonder whether the feedback is ever reviewed or acted upon. If customer comments are being collected, there should be a visible effort to address the concerns people are taking the time to write down. I hope this was just an off day, but between the long wait, poor food quality, and the impression that customer feedback may not be taken seriously, I don't see myself returning.

We went there for dinner. Some friends recommended this place as a Caribbean fusion style, and…read moresince none of us had Caribbean food before we went for it! Great spacious place, amazing service, not too loud and the food was absolutely spectacular! You get a salad (with choice of homemade dressings) and a piece of bread with your entree. Portion are very generous so we did not get an appetizer or a dessert! lol Highly recommend if you're in Asheville!

The service is friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The food is ... lackluster. Chipotle "Queso"…read morewas a thin soup that you couldn't even get on the chips because it was so thin. It was bland - it wasn't even mildly spicy. The Irie Itse has dry, tasteless chicken and pretty standard jar pesto. Kids butter noodle was bland and has very little butter. The sauce on The Mesach was good and the jalapeno lime cilantro dressing on the side salad was also good. For me this food (and three non-alcoholic drinks) is just not worth the $87 (including 20% tip) price tag.

I had an amazing experience at Chestnut in Asheville. I ordered the Shrimp and Grits, and it was…read morehonestly the best I've ever had, cheesy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. My daughter had the filet, which was cooked beautifully and just as delicious (although a bit small, as noted on the menu). The ambiance is cozy yet lively, and the place was absolutely packed... clearly a local favorite. Service was great, and the whole evening felt special from start to finish. I'll definitely make Chestnut a repeat stop whenever I'm traveling through Asheville. Highly recommend!

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.

This is a charming all day dining spot in downtown Asheville that boasts plenty of local flavor,…read moreexcellent craftsmanship and some signature menu items that don't disappoint. The fried green tomatoes are featured and worth ordering. Perfectly textured firm slices of breaded, fried tomato are presented atop a pillowy bed of delicious grits and topped with two delicious sauces. I ended up getting the garden omelet and it was one of the best omelets I'd had in a long time. The egg texture was perfect. The signature tomato sauces were incorporated and provided lovely flavor. Major shout out to the homemade lemonade. My son ordered it as his beverage and I so enjoyed the few sips I stole from him, that I ordered my own to-go.

Expected more out of this place. Shux. Pretty mainstream meh. Chicken was dry and gravy was cheesy…read moreand cheese grits were average at best. Nothing too imaginative here. House salad was Denny's grade. Maybe other selections rock, but the smothered chicken was pretty nowheresville. Sorry. Great server though--very attentive.

Some of the best brussel sprouts I've ever had!! Super delicious and so much flavor! Who would have…read morethought Pepper jelly and lemon salt go so good together?!

Having this place at the brewery makes the beer taste better. Or maybe the beer makes the food…read morebetter? Either way, it's good synergy. We had the pork and pimento cheese sandwich, fried brussels, chicken wings, and red beans and rice. The food was all okay. We really wanted to try the gumbo but they only make it when the weather is cold apparently? At least that's what we were told. It's right there while you're having a beer, so try it out. 3.65 stars if I could.

Hearty, delicious and satisfying food in a low-lit, noisy environment…read more This was our first visit to Bull and Beggar. The restaurant's decor is eccentric - lots of taxidermied wildlife, cookbooks, and (from our vantage point in the loft) giant jars of Duke's mayonnaise - and the food is worth going back for. I had the steak frites, my husband tried the pork chop Milanese, and we shared the marmalade tart. My filet was cooked and seasoned perfectly, and the accompanying sauce was silky smooth and addictive. The fries were salty, crispy perfection. My husband gave his pork chop high marks as well. I tried a bit of the sweet pea salad served with it, and I was suddenly 4 years old, following my mom through the garden and eating more peas than I dropped into my little basket. Fresh, pure summer. The marmalade tart was a great way to end the meal. Perfect balance of bitter and sweet. One caveat: This may not be the place if you're looking for an evening of quiet conversation. The room's acoustics bounced every sound off of every wall, and the resulting cacophony made it hard to hear each other or our very kind and efficient server at times.

In love with everything about this restaurant! Every dish…read morewe tried was delicious and unique. Every dish that the person next to us , guaranteed a return visit so I can try more. Next visit the ribeye for two will be ordered. Presentation is picture worthy!! We sat at the bar. Very friendly!! Love the ambiance and decor.

10 out of 10 service, me and my wife came to celebrate her birthday. We loved the service and the…read morefood. Will definitely try it again.

Love this place!! The menu is small, but wonderful! Enough GF options and modifications to keep me…read morehappy!! My server was delightful! She customized my mocktail to perfect. I dined solo, yet was seated in the corner window table - perfect spot! My food was delicious and the atmosphere was relaxed and lively all at the same time for that time of day (6:30 pm reservation) Second time here and I know I will return before my trip is over this week.

Fantastic little spot. We are on our honeymoon and wanted a spot to grab some breakfast. Delicious!…read moreThe vibes were great, the customer service is fantastic, and the food hit the spot. I had the pulled pork. The pulled pork was well seasoned and tender and the biscuit was delicious. The filthy animal had a really good pimento cheese, would be just as delicious even if it didn't have the chicken (we definitely started digging in before having a photo). The s'more's latte was good, but the Nutella was definitely better. Would come Back for the biscuit.

It's okay but I think it has gone downhill a bit. The eggs were well cooked, the biscuit was okay,…read morebut the square sausage was greasy, nasty, and not cooked off enough. I think they cook it in a sheet pan like brownies. A flight of gravy? A jam bar? (Talk about a germ breeding ground. Lots of opportunities for all sorts of cross contamination there. Especially with the kiddos. Ick.) Instead of just having bacon they feel the need to push margarita jam flavored bacon or other such nonsense. Come on, guys. Stick with the basics. Y'all are putting 20 shades of lipstick on a pig. The coffee is good and the service is usually good. The stickers are cool. The ambiance is fine. The murals are... freakish. A very West Asheville place.

We cut our Savannah Trip short and pivoted to Asheville. She had mentioned the Lobster Trap, so we…read morewalked there. It was a Saturday night so we weren't sure if a table or bar seats would be available. The incredibly polite hosts said they would see what could be done, and less than 10 minutes later we had a lovely table. The restaurant is exceptionally clean and the staff was the epitomy of professional. There was also live music (a nice bonus), but not loud enough to detract from a conversation. Let me tell ya, if you like seafood get your butt to the Lobster Trap. The oysters were very fresh and delectable. The blackened snapper and coconut crusted halibut were to die for. Seriously one of the better meals of my 42 years. Albeit, somewhere pricy, but honestly well worth it (especially when on vacation). Get on down to the Lobster Trap and you will not regret it. Cheers!

A must do every time we come to Asheville. Never disappoints and folks are friendly and attentive…read moreduring your stay! My wife & I are celebrating our 45th Wedding Anniversary and have come to Asheville to go to all our favorite places and this is top of the list. To celebrate we split the triple tower which is loaded with fresh clams, oysters, shrimp, stone crab, snow crab @ lobster. All cooked & chilled to perfection! The place always has a nice vibe and the ambience is a seafood vibe with maybe a bit of old bar feel. If you are in Asheville or planning on coming to Asheville put this on the list for one of your dinner spots!