DA-YUMMMM! I'm no local but consider a move to Asheville, and Haywood Common is the kind of place that helps make the decision for me. A friend has brought me here a couple times - once to dine in on the patio with her dog, and once for takeout - and it's been just delightful both times. The dining in experience was a Monday lunch and very quiet while the takeout was a Sunday evening and much busier. Despite the takeout situation, I opted for southern fried chicken most recently and was really delighted with the meal. The collards were well seasoned, the cornbread was huge, the slaw was slaw (though nothing to write home about, it's hard to make slaw that's worth writing about), and the chicken was well breaded, not overcooked, and still kinda crunchy despite its steam bath. I might have had the southern fried chicken plate the first time too, come to think of it... it's just impossible to find well done Southern food in the west, so I can't pass it up! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The patio has nice seating options including a couple coveted tables in the shade. They are all pretty huge picnic tables so you may end up sharing if it's busy, but that's kinda the vibe here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There are dog water bowls and ice water for the pups in the summertime.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Regarding vibes, it's right up my alley with servers rocking hairy armpits and tattoos all over the place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you're a little more physically conservative you may be a bit put off, but I'd encourage you to try it out anyway. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Absolutely incredible food with a great environment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] In West Asheville. [[HIGHLIGHT]]So many great options I'm so well prepared in a casual environment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]That's good for a couples or groups.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff are incredibly nice and just so thoughtful and helpful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a cool vibe in this place and very open the conversation and paired with great food and drink.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. this is a new favorite for me. If you're in West Asheville, you have to come to this place read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]My friend and I came here for brunch on Sunday around 12:30 and it wasn't busy which was nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's indoor and outdoor seating and is dog friendly which was nice cause my friend brought her dog.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got the iced dirty chai latte with almond milk, a diet coke, and the avocado toast with side of tots. I added an egg to my toast, which i'm glad otherwise it wouldn't have been much flavor and the toast itself was alright. The tots were yummy and you get a lot for the sides! My friend got OJ, iced latte, and the breakfast bowl. She said her breakfast bowl was delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside and they have water bowls for dogs which is nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's lots of seating options too, great for big groups and families.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The lattes were yummy too. read more

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Wow! Best tuna sandwich of my life! What else can I say? That's all I have to report.

I really want to leave a better rating for this lovely spot, but sadly honesty ad dedication to the craft of cooking prevents me from doing so. Let's start with what is great about Haywood Common: The service is friendly and the FOH crew do a fantastic job. Very approachable and lovely group of people. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is warm if a bit "live" acoustically, but that's ok. It works.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Nice selection of beers on tap and a fully stocked bar. As a non-drinker, I was very happy to enjoy the house-brewed sweet tea. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restrooms are clean, well-lit, and well-provisioned.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ten out of ten for FOH and atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Now to what COMPLETELY missed the mark: my food. I ordered the Steak Frite (steak fries) and was gleefully anticipating that wonderful mix of seared meat and hand-cut fries that is my happy place. I ordered my steak mid-rare. The plate came out in a reasonable amount of time and I will say the chimichurri was fantastic. The hand-cut fries well prepared. The steak, however, was a total fail. Did I mention I ordered my meat mid-rare? That's 145f internal, which requires a hard sear on the outside. Now, I don't mind a rare steak. But I do find a cold, blue piece of meat...problematic. When I say cold, I mean there was no WAY that steak was 145f internal. The interior of the meat was actually not even room temperature. There was no sear, and barely any grill marks on the steak. There was also zero seasoning on the meat. Salt and pepper on a grilled steak, guys, come on! Basic stuff. I managed to eat about half of it, reserving the other half for my very happy dog. Back to the excellent service. I never return food. Ever. Because I don't want it thrown out. And I worked BOH for my entire culinary career (garde manger, broiler, sauté, grill, saucier, sous, expo, chef d'cuisine) so I'm not about to hassle the line as a paying customer. But I will, absolutely and without fail, provide direct and immediate feedback to the line via FOH staff when they miss the mark. So, I approached the incredibly friendly bartender and asked him if I could show him the plate and what was wrong. He was extremely accommodating, listened to the feedback, and offered a few different suggestions on how he might make it right. I politely declined having the remaining steak cooked off as it had already been cut for presentation and putting it back on the heat would just hammer it. At $23 for four pieces of meat, I would prefer it to be done correctly the first time--seared, seasoned, to temp. He immediately offered me a refund, which I also said wasn't necessary, but he insisted and in fact refunded my entire meal with a genuine smile and a fist bump. This guy is killing it. Again: service excellence. He also said he informed the chef about the problem, but chef decided that he wouldn't deign to actually come out and talk to me, which is disappointing. Stand by your food and own it when your line misses the mark. There's no way I'd let a diner leave my restaurant unhappy with my food. But hey, I guess I'm a proud of my cooking. Maybe next time I'll order the tuna poke bowl, since that's supposed to be raw. TLDR: service: six stars; food: two stars. Averages out to 3. There ya go. read more

Haywood Common - This is blue, not mid-rare. - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Great food choices! I had the beet salad. So good. My daughter had the bulgogi bowl and her friend the burger. All delicious. Sweet staff too! read more

We were thrilled to be able to bookend the start and finish of our weekend trip to Asheville at Haywood Common. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We loved their mission of supporting local while maintaining a laidback atmosphere with a unique twist on traditional bar food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were able to scope out both the "all day" and brunch menus and both offered a variety of seasonal menu offerings. Some of our favorite menu items we got to try were the feta fries, Thai buffalo chicken sandwich, and Thai salad. We also loved their twists on sauces and dressings. Service was friendly and prompt. They were more than happy to make any modifications to accommodate our orders. Pricing was more than fair. We would definitely recommend this local establishment to any local or visitor! read more

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Pretty good for a burger spot in Asheville. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I've been disappointed by the food scene in this town, but Haywood had a fun and laid-back vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was great, the burger was tasty and cooked properly. Sweet potato fries and kale caesar were all tasty, and I got a lovely local hot tea to wash it all down. We would return. read more

Another fantastic trip to Haywood Common. Did I order the same buffalo tofu? Of course. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This time we sat outside and had an order of sweet potato fries to go along with the warm afternoon sun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One of my favorite sandwiches and just as tasty as the first time I had this. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great vibes while visiting![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Enjoyed a beer in their outdoor area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Visited during a weekday, staff was not as helpful with offering up ideas on what to order but beers were refreshing and delicious. The Reuben sandwich was interesting not our favorite. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall nice to sit and feel comfortable working and talking to friends at outside section and great location for enjoying a beer after hike or shopping locally.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Haywood Common - IPA - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Everything WAVL has to offer: concrete floors in a raw-looking building, a welter of visual stimulation as you wait in a long line to order, and a large outdoor asphalt dining space (in the Before Times, these were called "parking lots").[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Our party was there in the early, early evening--a favorite time for parents and sober people--but the DJ was playing at a 1AM volume.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We all ordered at different times and our food came up quickly. Very pleasant and helpful staff. My tune poke bowl ($22!) was amazing. Perfect in every way. Most of the others' orders looked to be typical pub fare. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everyone enjoyed themselves, though I hated having to yell through the music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] $7 to park for 2 hours (again, !) in the church lot next door. Street parking nonexistent; just too busy. No assistance offered for the disabled, so plan ahead. read more

This a must go location and then repeat. The tuna poke is sooo good. Burger was the best. As a 2nd time repeat visitor, I have no doubt everything on the menu is delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very clean inside and the staff is very friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Only downside is parking...but find a spot it's well worth it. read more

The Thai buffalo chicken sandwich here is phenomenal. Great flavor with the mix of Thai buffalo sauce, ponzu, slaw, and "charred ginger mayo" all atop a perfectly crispy fried chicken thigh on a Hawaiian bun. 10/10, gimme 17 of em. read more

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We love being able to visit Asheville to support the local community and tourism. I really enjoyed Haywood Common's Kale Caesar salad which was beautifully plated and a perfect combo of parmesan, cornbread crumble, Caesar fish sauce dressing and pepperoncini which tasted more like marinated artichokes to me. I love marinated artichokes btw! The chicken was a bit chewy, which is why I'm only giving it 4 stars. Next time I will go chicken-less. Beautiful indoor decor, outside mural and friendly service. I would definitely go back. read more

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The food here is so exciting, with variety and generous portions. I hope to come back someday and try more of the menu! It is quick service where you order at the counter and take a table number. Thai Buffalo Tofu - this was really flavorful and saucy with a great amount of toppings Hawaiian Portobello is a rice bowl with a lot of fun fix-ins. My only critique is that it lacks protein, but edamame or tofu would be welcome additions Brussels Sprouts came in a great portion, easily shareable. It is not overly fried and the maple vinaigrette is a great balance with a hint of sweetness. read more

Haywood Common - Thai Buffalo Chicken or Tofu, Hawaiian Portobello, Brussels Sprouts - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

SLOW, SLOW, SLOW. It shouldn't take 50 minutes to grab a sandwich at lunch. Owner: Hire more staff!

Delicious food and drinks all around! The tofu bahn mi is so good and I haven't had a bad cocktail here! Service is quick and personable, [[HIGHLIGHT]]LOVE the outdoor seating and cute decor[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

Great Tuna Melt and Fries Service was very efficient and fast. Highly recommend [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very nice atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Great West Asheville spot to try. This is our first time and was pleasantly surprised. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cool location right off 240 in West Asheville.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plenty of outdoor seating and indoor as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had brunch and it was tasty. The chicken and waffles were delicious and the basic breakfast was anything but basic. Side salad tasted fresh as well. Staff were friendly and the inside was inviting. Overall it was a great spot for Sunday brunch! read more

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Kids' first time trying boiled peanuts so we were thankful to find they were the best we've ever had! For dinner we had the tofu wings with tamarind BBQ, tofu banh mi, chicken club, and chicken and waffle. Everything was delicious, menu is creative with options to fit every taste. Will definitely make a point to return next time we are in town! read more

Haywood Common - Chicken and waffles - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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This was the first stop when me and the boo arrived in Asheville. He'd seen a pic of their chicken & waffles on IG and was intrigued. We arrived around 11:00 ish on a Sunday morning and it was not busy at all. We parked in the nearby lot and placed our orders. I went with the breakfast sandwich on sourdough and, of course, he got the chicken & waffles. I also got an iced oat milk latte. We took our number and buzzer and made our way to the outdoor patio. They have ample outdoor patio seating and dog friendly. Once our food was ready, we dove right in. My sandwich was exactly what I wanted, buttery toast with eggs and bacon. The chicken and waffles are not your typical, given the description of the meal. Much more savory. I took bite and was struck by how overwhelming the slaw was over the chicken and waffles. The waffles had a great flavor that I wish I would've come through more. Would we go back? Yes. Perfect, low key spot for your brunch and lunch needs. read more

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After a shop at Chlorophyll, we popped in for lunch here at Haywood Common. There is seating indoor and outdoors and although it was beautiful out, we sat indoors. You order at the bar and then food is delivered to your table. I ordered the fried chicken and it was definitely a top 5 fried chicken. The succotash was spicy and so good. I was not a fan of the slaw but the cornbread made up for that. My husband ordered the steak and potatoes. He said the steak was excellent. I tried the potatoes and they were pretty delicious. I didn't get to try the collards as I have a beef allergy and they were on the steak but they smelled heavenly. read more

Haywood Common - Steak Potatoes Fried Chicken Cornbread - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Fantastic food, [[HIGHLIGHT]]awesome and pet-friendly outdoor seating[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], great staff! Will definitely be back on our next trip to Asheville! read more

We usually stop at another stop Close by but it had over hour wait so we noticed this really cute location and it was 6 min walk from where we parked. No wait and the best fresh organic salad I could have wanted. So delicious and top Notch customer service! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]First I wanna say that I loved the ambience in here and everyone was so nice and kind even when they were slammed![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered the Bahn Mi on April 4th in the evening and it just wasn't great I'm sad to say. Kind of just tasted like pork and mayo, could've used more seasoning in the slaw, some salt on the pork, and maybe a little citrus through out on the sauce. Didn't taste like a bahn mi should. No hard feelings, just bummed because I didn't have a lot to spend and I was excited about. The Thai salad that my friend got was PHENOMENAL (especially if you like spice). The flavor was incredible throughout each bite I had. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Awesome food joint with indoor and outdoor seating available, friendly staff, and unique appealing decor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My go to is the bulgogi bowl with pork (to die for) and he goes for the Thai buffalo sauce chicken wings. We share the feta fries. We leave fat and happy. Love this place and can't wait to come back! read more

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Service was excellent and so was the food. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxz read more

We loved this place. Great options, ample serving sizes and very tasty. Not sure what else I'd hope for when visiting a comfortable hangout like this. Definitely coming back. read more

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Totally enjoyed our meal at Haywood Common. I opted for the Grain salad and sweet potato fries. Excellent!! Hubby chose the Cuban! He is a Cuban sandwich connoisseur and in his words, "this one was excellent." Food was great, atmosphere was great and we enjoyed some old school hit music!! read more

Haywood Common - Sweet potato friea - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Went for their awesome selection of vegan options. I've been here before and had their vegan burger and the vegan bahn-mi sandwiches which were both fantastic. This time we got Vegan buffalo chik'n sandwich, boneless tofu wings (half barbecue and half buffalo), and tater tots along with a side salad. Every one was mouthwatering [[HIGHLIGHT]]atmosphere is great with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Highly recommend as my family who's not vegan loved everything and said they would totally order it again. read more

Haywood Common - what a refreshing take on fun classics! Whether it's breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, Haywood never disappoints. For breakfast their burrito and sandwiches are some of the best in town but during this last visit we got the animal fries - a fun play on an In N Out classic. These are a large portion of hand cut fries topped with a few of their aiolis, herbs and melted cheese. I inhaled all of these so quickly that we had to get a second order. Another favorite includes the Thai Buffalo chicken sandwich which is crispy, sweet, savory and spicy all in one place. Anything you get will be top notch here. Add it to your list whether you're visiting or a local! read more

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Upon looking at the menu, you may wonder why the sweet potato fries are $4 more than the regular fries. The reason is that they are the best sweet potato fries in the world. the chicken club is phenomenal. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute place, friendly staff[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

What a gem. I was visiting Asheville and stopped here for lunch. I had the Cobb salad with fried chicken-delish. Also had a great beer on tap. The salad was so fresh. I love the Bibb lettuce and the bacon was crispy. The fried chicken was on point. The ambiance is cute with seating inside and outside. Service was great too with a friendly staff. I'm sure if I lived in Asheville this would be one of my favorite restaurants. read more

Haywood Common - Cobb Salad with fried chicken - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Great local vibe. You order at the counter, take a number and they bring your order to your table. Smart idea to check out the delicious menu before you get there. It's a pretty lively place and the line can get a little longer at busy times of the day. I had the Thai salad with Chicken and it was really good. Very nice texture and the chicken was super fresh, moist and tasty. Great dressing too. There were hot peppers on the salad so if you're not into spicy beware. My son had the trout sandwich and ate the entire thing and it was gone before i got to take a photo, so i'm assuming it was pretty good! Hubby enjoyed his Cobb salad and we all shared a delicious carrot cake that ended the meal so nicely. All the servers and workers at Haywood Commons were super nice and helpful. Oh and the boiled peanuts starter was very good too. Nicely spiced and fun to eat! I'd definitely go here again for a great taste of the local Asheville scene. Dogs are welcome here too. There's a great drink menu from local IPAs, wines and awesome cocktails. read more

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Sunday Brunch at Haywood is a must if you are a fan of culinary art. I've never experienced flavor profiles so perfectly combined in a casual setting. The atmosphere is that of hanging out with friends, very open and inviting with a great outdoor area. Everyone was very polite and helpful. All of their dishes are a unique experience. The fish and grits had the perfect blends of savory with a hint of sweet from the collard greens. The textures paired together perfectly and the fish was lightly fried to perfection. Definitely an experience for your taste buds that is worth coming back for. The chicken and waffles was just as good. Their special blend of hot/sweet sauce with savory waffles and topped with pickles veggies was a combination I never would have thought of. The creator of this menu is a food genius If you're in Asheville, you need to make this place a stop on your list. The food was awesome, something you would expect in a fine dining establishment. It's worth your time! I'll definitely be back. read more

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Fabulous !! A do not miss in West Asheville. Adjoins the Whale Brewery. Dogs welcomed, tons of outdoor picnic tables, indoor seating. Just perfect all around even in the rain read more

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Absolutely love this spot. I always forget that. It's not really a part of the well. I guess it is and It isn't. Parking is absolute trash, but there are some sidestreets. The line can be really long as well. Super cute decor inside. Luckily we went when it wasn't too busy and I didn't feel too overwhelming. I always forget that they have that little pastry case and I feel like maybe they could do more with it? All of the baked goods looked amazing though, and they were also very inclusive with gluten-free and vegan options. I really love the tofu bowl and the salads. Not very wallet, friendly, but extremely high quality food. My friend got a flat bread pizza and it was also incredible. They have a very nice selection of affordable wines and beers and make delicious cocktails. I had a nice rosé that was perfect for that day. read more

Haywood Common - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

We had a problem with our outdoor seating and the manager took care of the issue and made everything right. In today's world great customer service is many times hard to come by. We didn't let the incident spoil our enjoyment of some excellent food. My wife had a Tuna Poke Bowl and I had a grilled chicken salad. The salad had some of the best greens I've ever eaten, yes!! We also shared some French fry jumble. Highly recommended, looking forward to visiting again! read more

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We had thought about going to sunny point for brunch, but it was absolutely packed so we decided to try out the Haywood common. What a smart move!! It is a shared building so when you go in, you turn to the right. There is a counter to order your food and menus at the front for you to look at before you head up to the counter. There was a short line of about six people waiting to give their order when we got there. The daily special was biscuits and gravy with chicken. We added to fried eggs on top and got a side of tots with A couple of mimosas (It was Sunday Funday). We paid and then they gave us a buzzer to let us know when our order was up and asked if we were sitting inside or out. Next, you simply step to the right at a bartender will bring over your drinks. We grabbed our 'mosas and buzzer and headed out to the Patio area where we found a cozy table under a shady umbrella. Our drinks were cold and tasty. After a short amount of time, maybe 15 or so minutes, our buzzer went off and my boo headed in to get our food at the same place that we got our drinks. To the right of the pick up area they have silverware, napkins and any extra condiments that you might want. My boo very wisely picked up some housemade hot sauce before heading back to our table. Our brunch was so so good! Perfect biscuits, crispy chicken & creamy gravy. Tots were perfectly seasoned. Hot sauce was on point. We'll return! read more

Haywood Common - Entrance - Sandwiches Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Outstanding food. Highly recommend! Friendly staff - local food cooked expertly. Outstanding all around.