This restaurant uses all local ingredients and has a huge menu to show the variety that the local…read morefarmers can provide. I really liked the banana pudding that they had. It wasn't too sweet and you could tell that it was made with love. All of the food was delicious and the building itself was cool with little nooks to sit outside or be inside as well.

There's something about our favorite unassuming gem in Asheville--HomeGrown--that just gets us. The…read morebuttermilk chicken breast smothered in mushroom gravy, the sesame greens that somehow taste both familiar and new... a little piece of the South with a twist. And honestly? Sometimes it all tastes better eaten in the car, seat warmers on, sharing bites with my best friend.

The food is amazing and fresh. We had the chickpeas salad sandwich and the red peppers soup. The…read moreservice was great and love the decor of the restaurant.

This place is special, from the attention to detail in their food to their local support during the…read morehurricane here and their locally sourced food. If you love açaí this place will give you one of the best açaí bowls you'll ever experience. Their mushroom bah mi is always a favorite with its spicy sauce kick.

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!!!

It's not often a breakfast spot makes its way onto my Michelin radar. So when I saw this bad boy…read morepop up during my first trip to Asheville, I knew I had to check it out. I figured I'd have to get there right when they opened to beat the crowd. Then I hit snooze about a thousand times and stumbled in a few hours later. Somehow there were only three people in line. While the cashier at the counter cut me off after I ordered two items, telling me I was "going too fast"... I thought she was about to ruin my morning. Turns out she was an angel, guiding me to the light. She recommended The Standard, which I assumed was just a basic-ass breakfast sandwich, then told me to get it on the biscuit instead of the bread/roll/bun/whatever. That flaky, buttery, soft biscuit made me feel like I was in heaven. And don't forget the herb mayo--the cherry on top of one of the best milkshakes... I mean sandwiches... I've ever had. The lavender, fairy-dust, moon-water, up-your-ass spritzer seasonal special or whatever the hell it was... also delicious. Such an amazing way to start my day that when I told my friends about it, they immediately wanted to go for lunch. I RARELY, IF EVER, EAT AT THE SAME RESTAURANT TWICE IN ONE DAY. By lunchtime I felt like I should've been getting employee discounts. Hell, it was so damn hot in Asheville I bought one of their tank tops after breakfast... then came back wearing it for lunch like I'd worked there for years. I'll spare you the details of everything we ordered, but let me tell you this: not a single complaint. And that's saying something with the group of professional complainers I seem to have surrounded myself with. If you're reading this, lady at the counter--you were right. I hope you're out there telling other lost souls they're going too fast... and to get the biscuit. Asheville might've gotten the Michelin recognition, but you deserve a star too. Verdict: I'd eat here twice in one day again

First of all, I am not at all vegan and decided to sacrifice my evening for my sister, who is…read more Well....it was not a sacrifice at all!!! Everything we had (we shared several dishes) was absolutely delicious!!! We started with the cheese board, and added the special broccolini of the evening. The ravioli and the piccata were amazing (yes, we ate too much, but brought some home ). For a Wednesday night, the place was very busy, so it's obvious Asheville appreciates and understands good food. Now...if I could find a place like this in Wilmington, I could possibly become a true vegan convert. Thank you to the owner, and AJ, who made our experience so stellar! (And thanks for playing the Dolly track in the background...a beautiful tribute with the outstanding meal).

Plant isn't just a restaurant--it's a revelation. From the very first bite, it felt like Asheville…read moreitself had poured its soul into a plate and set it gently in front of me. Every dish was a masterpiece, bold and elegant, comforting and exciting all at once. This is vegan food that doesn't whisper or apologize--it commands the room. The flavors were layered, intentional, and downright magical. Each plate arrived like a work of art, and somehow tasted even better than it looked. I kept thinking, there is no way the next dish can top this--and yet, it always did. Plant proves, without question, that vegan cuisine can be indulgent, luxurious, and unforgettable. And then... the dessert. I am not exaggerating when I say it deserves its own standing ovation. Rich, decadent, perfectly balanced--one bite and time stopped. If happiness had a flavor, this would be it. I would return to Plant for dessert alone, without a second thought. Plant is hands-down the best vegan restaurant in Asheville. It's passion, creativity, and excellence on a plate. If you haven't eaten here yet, you're missing out on something truly special. This is the kind of place that ruins other restaurants for you--in the best possible way.

being new to asheville i am happy to have found packs and have lunch there every two weeks. great…read moremenu with plenty of choices. your bartender andra is wonderful and does a great job! kendale k

This place is great and the food is amazing. We were originally sat at a table and asked if we…read morecould move to a booth. No problem!! We were moved to a booth and David U was our server. He is friendly and gave great suggestions. We had the fried green tomatoes, bison meatloaf w/mash potatoes and asparagus (perfect!!!), Smash burger w/Old Bay chips. All of the food was fantastic especially the fried green tomatoes. A MUST HAVE if you visit. M/F and family restrooms. We will be back again and again and again... I came back and ordered the BLT with old bay chips. Again the food was amazing! They put fried green tomatoes on the sandwich and a generous helping of bacon. Such a good sandwich! I brought Loki with me and he was welcome on the patio. The views all around are amazing! We

If you don't just go and check it out, you're missing out on a fantastic find!…read moreThe food is awesome!!! Just try the smoked Pastrami Benny....amazing! The coffee drinks are like none other.....nobody is making coffees like them anywhere else!! Layla makes all her own syrups....nothing bottled here! Great vibe...stay for hours vibe and dogs are welcome too! Open, sunny, friendly and professional. Layla, the owner/Chef is a joy! She's easy to talk to, pleasant and professional. This place and Farmase are like none other! You'll be happy you went....DO IT!! Carol

Service was a little uneven -- slow for an empty restaurant other than us and another couple who…read morealready finished their meal by the time we ordered. No sugar or spoons for the ordered coffee. Passion fruit pancakes were so-so. Not sweet or even mildly sweet. Chopped passion fruit on top. We didn't eat but a few bites. We could have skipped this. Salmon bowl was good. It's served with soy marinated English cucumbers, quinoa and red cabbage slaw. Fresh, sliced avocado and hummus would have made this a really good bowl with layered flavors.

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.

Chestnut is centrally located and was convenient to our hotel. The Aloft Downtown recommended…read moredining here. We tried to come for dinner but they were on a wait. Instead, we opted to come back the next day for lunch. Our waitress, Danielle, was friendly and made a great old fashioned for my dad. The dining room was busy for lunch but comfortable. Great coloring provided for kids too!

I'm a local who hasn't been here in a while...had dinner on Saturday evening and was shocked by how…read morethe portions have shrunk! My vegetarian platter felt more like an appetizer, and sadly, the pita bread was stale. Otherwise, still tasty.

Very cool interior with middle eastern motifs. The food was very good and fresh. A little pricey…read morefor the gyro and potatoes but it is downtown Asheville so you pay for the luxury. The staff were great and service was quick.

Anders was an excellent waiter!!!! It started raining and Anderson closed the awning, he checked to…read moresee if the salmon was wild caught , it was and it was delicious!

Had breakfast at Tupelo Honey. Food was excellent. My wife enjoyed the classic French toast, my…read moredaughter savored the chicken n waffles in a sweet and spicy sauce, and I had the southern style shakshouka, which was delicious. I was a little skeptical about the cheesy grits that it is served over, but was creamy, not fruity like I remember grits being.

A newer addition that is in downtown but is a bit receded from most of the main street. It's quite…read moreatmospheric and has indoor and outdoor seating. Google calls it "American" cuisine, which is basically the one cuisine I don't do, but this place does offer some nice vegetarian options. Wanting to save some room for my food tour, I got a salad with a veggie skewer on top, but I did indulge in some lentil fritters. Fried bean paste is always a winner (technically lentils are not beans). The fritters were savory and the clash between their freshly fried texture and the cool dill-flavored dipping sauce and mixed pickled vegetables was quite robust. My salad delivered the promised crunch, and the shiitake shishito kabob had a wide variety of freshly barbecued vegetables, but unlike my appetizer this dish was missing an extra flavor touch. The drink and dessert selection looked good, but I like to spread myself around. I would definitely want to come back and eat outside on a warmer day.

We walked up on this place looking for something else and took a chance. What a great decision. My…read morefriend and I shared 3 things. We shared the Irish coffee (perfect on a icy cold day), chili soup (its soup...not thick chili) and the platter with steak rice and beans and slaw! It was perfection. Tasty, warm in the tummy and lots of good flavors. Service was very good, wait staff was attentive and gave good input when asked. Definitely recommend this little spot. During the warmer weather I am sure the patio is the spot to be. It was 23° so we stayed inside. Come! Be merry.