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    Hannah H.

    One of my favorite places in western NC! Looking for an amazing breakfast or lunch spot without a line or massive crowd? Check out Ivory Road. Jill the owner is an absolute pleasure and her food is amazing! They only use the best ingredients and you can clearly tell once your food is served. Their quiche, soul bowl, and paninis are my favorites! Always freshly made and for insanely low prices! All dishes come with a side and those rotate daily but if you can get their collard dip, any of their soups, or their homemade chips DO IT! If you're able to purchase tickets for any of their themed dinners, I highly recommend them! They're limited so snag them when you can for a memorable experience. Tip- ask them about their tea service!

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    Suzanne S.

    On our trip to the Asheville area over spring break, this restaurant was deemed to be our favorite meal by the group. That is high praise! I read about this restaurant in a cookbook I have called NC Back Road Restaurants and Recipes. For once, the review underpromised and the actual place over-delivered! Now, how often does THAT happen?? First, the look of the place: quaint, enchanted, peaceful. Ivy climbs the walls and creeps up the trees as you walk up a winding walkway with a twisted wooden rail to the welcoming front door of the home turned restaurant. Find a seat, either inside or on the deck and wait for them to give you a menu. You may get breakfast all day. Which is exactly what we did. I don't know that I've ever had a better breakfast anywhere. I got the Toad in a hole , the hole being in a homemade jalapeno biscuit, the toad being a perfectly cooked over easy egg. All of that served with a tiny carafe of the most delicious gravy you've ever thought about. I'm still dreaming about that dish. My daughter had a breakfast burrito with Tempeh, egg and brussels sprouts, which she loved! My son tried grits for the first time with his breakfast skillet complete with eggs and sausage. We all enjoyed our food and we enjoyed the ambiance even more. This will absolutely be a regular stop for us!

    Susanna W.

    I had the pleasure of stopping by this place during our trip in North Carolina. I made a last minute change to our breakfast plans before our hike for the day. I chose Ivory Road over a couple of other local spots and I'm happy I did! The Nutella and banana stuffed french toast was the best french toast I've had, no contest. The hash soul bowl was amazing as well and if you enjoy well made duck do not pass this dish up. The restaurant is essentially a house with table seating inside and outside seating available as well. It's a very cozy and quiet setting, perfect for a relaxing start to the morning. The service was great as everyone there was very friendly and welcoming. Needless to say if I'm ever in the area again I will be ready for round 2!

    Southern Skillet
    Courtney T.

    So I'm torn about this place. The price is right and there's ample outdoor seating. The skillets we got were tasty with eggs, bacon, and cheese grits. The bacon was great in it! Wish the skillets came with some veggies like onions or peppers to really push them over the top. Each came with a side of toast and butter + jam. The cinnamon roll we got was super disappointing. It was hard and tasted old, like it had been prepared the day before. It was pretty dry and dense. Walk in, order at the counter, and find a seat. The staff brings out each order! However, make sure to bus your own table, especially if outside.

    Sarah A.

    This is one of my favorite spots for afternoon tea in Asheville! The scones are house made and amazing! Some of the best cream I've had with a scone. They also have great little sandwiches and desserts. The service is great and everyone is very friendly. I know many people who use this place as their regular lunch pick up spot. The vibe is very much "local hole in the wall cafe" and it feels cozy and homey. Their lunch menu is just as good as their tea options!

    High noon ribeye gravy braised short ribs with smoky eggplant purée and seared asparagus
    Angela Leigh T.

    I thought this was a brunch spot until I enjoyed dinner there last night for the first time. The menu was delicious and the wait staff was very attentive; I was told their quiche is great so I enjoyed the vegetarian quiche for dinner. For an appetizer I had an amazing collard green, bacon & Parmesan cheese dip of some kind that was out of this world! I ended the evening with their terrific banana pudding! I will be back to enjoy their drive up coffee bar & some breakfast baked goods.

    Southern skillet in the background and the soul bowl up front.
    Frances W.

    Cute hidden gem. Food was good as was the service. I would definitely recommend if you're looking for a place with a nice ambiance off the beaten path.

    Main entrance and deck
    Myrna B.

    Arriving from Florida we needed to eat somewhere before check in. Hidden on a side road this cute restaurant make you feel you are in a story . We ate outside on the deck because we where with our dog. It was the perfect weather. Service was super friendly and fast. I liked the special salads and the original rosemary cheesecake. Great lunch . We'll be back!

    Tara S.

    The food here is amazing and so reasonably priced. This would be my regular go to brunch spot if I lived in the area. You can tell the owner puts her heart and soul into it! The cinnamon bun skillet is to die for and you feel right at home. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

    S'mores cheesecake with toasted marshmallow side - yum!
    Virginia S.

    Though Ivory Road is more known for their breakfast/lunch menus and hours, I have only eaten there for dinner. Special dining events over the years have never left me disappointed. This year I was able to make Restaurant Week and again, I was glad that I did. If I were able to go back a second night, to try some of the other offerings, I would. I can only imagine how yummy breakfast and lunch are and I've promised myself to get there in 2023. Chef Jill is a super talented - I look forward to my first daytime visit!

    Eggs in a biscuit and Hemingway bun
    Brooke F.

    We got take out so can't speak to the dining experience but the menu has some interesting/different options and the egg in a biscuit and Hemingway bun (I'm probably butchering the names of the dishes) we're both very good. Very original dishes.

    Donuts - lavender on top, coffee on bottom, cinnamon-sugar donut holes in the bowl.
    Davidson B.

    Ivory Road Cafe is a cozy, unassuming spot off a back road in Arden, NC. They offer a variety of breakfast and lunch options with a rotating selection of specialty quiches, baked goods, and daily entrees. On my first visit I tried the Franklin Panini, which contains bacon, tomato, and avocado under a blanket of gooey melted pimiento cheese on grilled sourdough. The sandwich is thoughtfully assembled and all ingredients complemented one another, in between perfectly toasted and pressed bread. On another visit I went with their Toadstool Panini, consisting of thinly-sliced turkey, gouda, arugula, mushrooms, and pesto mayo. I'd be hard-pressed to choose which one I liked better as they were both outstanding. This place knows how to make a sandwich. The kettle chips they offer as a side are perfectly fine, but keep an eye out for their side-of-the-day: the smoked trout dip served with baby carrots and sliced cucumber was phenomenal. The freshly-fried donuts they have are also fantastic. Perfectly-fried yeasted donuts with a slightly crisp outer crust and soft interior, the different flavors offered (with coffee and butterscotch being the two I've tried so far) are restrained and not overpowering, nor too sweet. These are the perfect donuts for the discerning lover of quality baked goods, not just for someone looking to satisfy their sweet tooth. With excellent service and perfectly reasonable pricing (maybe even on the cheap end), I'd be happy sitting on their comfortable patio eating lunch here every Saturday. Maybe I will.

    Chicken salad with chowder
    Ryan Z.

    This place was good. Not great. But good. The sign to mark this place next to the road is very small. We drove right past it. Parking here is a nightmare. Seating is like finding a table in a maze. The service here was good. Not the best I've ever had but still good. The restaurant is clean and appears sanitary. I wasn't impressed with the food. The egg yolks on the deviled eggs were dry. They tasted good but were like small golf balls placed into an egg. The sourdough bread that was pressed for my sandwich was really good. Unfortunately, the chicken salad was bland. The chicken by itself was bland. I wouldn't order it again. The chowder was the best part of this experience but it wasn't good enough for a 4th star. I wish we could give half stars. This was a 3.5 restaurant. There are much better places to eat. I can't recommend this place.

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    6 years ago

    What a find! Great mimosas, wraps, sandwiches, atmosphere, and service! So glad we found it! Will definitely be back!

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    Thank you so much Ferrin! We appreciate your visit and support!

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    5 years ago

    Such a wonderful spot for afternoon tea! We had a lovely table in front of the fireplace. The tea was delicious and food was excellent!

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    So glad you enjoyed everything! Thank you!

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    Thank you, Michael! We sure try :) We appreciate your kind words!

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    Thank you so much for visiting! See you next time!

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    4 years ago

    Great food and nice location for me. Love their breakfasts. The daily quiche is always good.

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    Thank you Jill! Appreciate your support :)

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    Thanks Tanner! So glad you enjoyed the quiche -- see you next time!

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    6 years ago

    Outstanding!!!!! Who knew !!!??? Out of the mainstream high travelled area is this gem ... a must !!

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    Do you take reservations for outdoor seating?

    We take reservations for groups of six or more only, either indoors or outdoors. Otherwise, we have plenty of seating!

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    My wife and I stumbled on this place while on vacation to Asheville and now it is a must every time we visit.

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