It's a lot of pressure when you are the one in the group that everyone looks to for food…read morerecommendations. While I have spent a lot of time in Asheville, I am not as familiar with North Avl. I leaned on Yelp recommendations to lead us to HomeGrown. And as usual, the Yelp reviews were spot on! This is a great little spot that easily accommodated our meat-eaters and plant-based eaters alike. Our group of 9 arrived for an early dinner. Thankfully it was pretty empty inside. The lady taking our order patiently answered all of our questions and accommodated everyone's dietary requests. Our food was delivered to us at the table. All of the food was fresh and delicious! Despite our large party, including one additional to-go order, our food was delivered quickly and correctly. Moral of the story....believe the Yelp reviews!

Excellent fresh food so tasty! Great service cute decor. Highly recommend. Def the best fried…read morechicken Sammy we ever had. The beet salad side dish was fresh and so yummy. We will def be back

The Mushroom Banh Mi was hearty and delicious. Served with a side of yummy sweet potato salad. It's…read morea cute spot, clean and inviting. My spouse had the A.L.T. which was nearly as good as my sandwich.

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.

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).

My husband and I went to Plant to celebrate my birthday. He is a vegan and I am a vegetarian…read more Everything about the experience was fantastic. The staff was welcoming, competent, and swift. The food -- every morsel --was utterly delicious. And the dessert (chocolate peanut butter cheesecake) was sublime. Honestly, this is the best meal I've had in a restaurant since moving to North Carolina in 2019.

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

A beautifully restored building perfect Tavern, larger than you would think along with a full patio…read morethat's covered and auto walls as it cools at night. I sat outside with my service dog and I had Anne-Marie N. as my waitress and she was very attentive letting me know about the specials, as well as the items highlighted with yellow on the menu Tavern greats. I ordered the Turkey Flatilla with sweet potato tater tots, what a great meal, hit the spot and it was the right amount of food. There was bison meatloaf and the Cajun chicken pasta that sounded outstanding as well. And throughout the meal, it was nice that Anne-Marie stopped by to see if the meal was good or if I needed anything as well as bringing me another drink, even though it was just a lemonade I'm from Connecticut, but when I'm back in town, I will definitely eat here again

Our second visit and Bru did not disappoint. We met the owner during our first visit, and on the…read morereturn trip felt we were catching up with an old friend. That said, the food is fantastic. I'm a bit of a burger snob. The burger I had at Bru Avl is one of the best I've ever had. My lunch partner opted for grilled cheese sandwich that was garnished with blueberry compote (and she also asked for and received bacon) and absolutely loved it. Whenever we return to Asheville it will include a stop for lunch at Bru Avl.

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.

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.

Service worked out and ambiance was successful. I got the Kafta Gyro (which contains ground beef…read moreand lamb, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and hummus) on a GF pita alongside potato harra. The flavors in the Gyro were phenomenal, with perfectly cooked meat, a soft pita, and excellent hummus. The potatoes were cooked through and the green cilantro sauce that was on them contained great acidity from the lemon juice. Overall, this is a magnificent Mediterranean meal.

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.

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.

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.