Espresso dacquiri Hibiscus mojito…read moreCaprihini (sp?) Unique drinks. Non-alcoholic menu is as cool, if not cooler than, the alcoholic one. Dacquiri is wild - unique and delicious. Gorgeous place inside and outside seating.

Cocktail bar with a turn-of-the-century feel, offering a creative cocktail and coffee menu…read morealongside a small bites menu if you're looking for something light. We stayed on the main floor since the host seated us there, but later realized you can order at the bar and take your drinks up to the rooftop--something I wish we knew earlier. The bartenders were pleasant and laid-back, not pretentious at all. The cocktails were inventive and well-crafted. I went with the Coffee Date and Lord of Misrule--pretty good--but in hindsight, I wish I had tried more of their Fever-Tree and Chemist collaborations, which sounded especially interesting.

This place is so cool. Love it, we sh o lived closer. Sunday was Karaoke at 10 pm and I managed to…read moreget there and WOW. Hidden gem

Me and my amazing boyfriend Ben absolutely love it here! It has a great ambience for us to enjoy as…read morewe stare into each other's eyes and intertwine our souls. I love when there is dogs in the bar as me and my adoring partner have cats and it gives a nice look into what being a dog owner is like. The food is immaculate I love eating the hot dogs right out door. We also love that we can smoke in the bar and regularly pass share a cigarette by nose to mouth exchanges. All around amazing bar and I so adore my lover. -Julia and Ben

Gorgeous rooftop. Exceptional service. Delicious food. My 4 stars reflect my Spritz flight. They…read morewere just okay. A little watered down.

It was a quiet night at the Observatory Rooftop the night we showed up. We enjoyed the window view…read moreof the town and night sky while sipping a final cocktail on our last night in Asheville...peaceful ending.

This is one of the most open, safe, inclusive spaces I have been to. Great prices, shows, and…read morevibes. The staff are all really great, especially Nickie and Joey

Me and my friend found this bar and found the outside appearance to be appealing. Upon entering, we…read morewere met with a cold gaze from the bartender; she neither made eye contact with us, nor acknowledged us to any degree!!!This bar is terrible!!! They denied us service with NO apparent reasoning. We went to Ben's, next to Hi-Wire, and we were greeted like KINGS!!! You won't be getting any money from MY Amex Gold account. 0 (ZERO) stars!!!

Our daughter lives in Orlando and is a big fan of a good Tiki Bar so we decided to give it a go…read more Pretty empty on a Wednesday but they had a great drink special on a Navy Grog and it was really good! Bartenders were super friendly and we learned a lot about the bar and the area. Would definitely go back! And cant beat the rainstorm that comes through every now and then!

We went there for the special of the week. This week it was the Navy Grog! A citrusy, grapefruit…read morerum drink (to ward off scurvy). It was delicious! The bartenders are fantastic! There was a light crowd when we arrived but it picked up a little later. Their merch corner featured one-of-a-kind, hand made ceramic tiki mugs from a local Asheville artist! Of course we wanted to take one home, to recreate our experience at the Tiki Easy bar

This is a neat little speakeasy stashed in the basement of The Flatiron Hotel. Although we were…read morepresented with "red ribbon pins" by the hotel we didn't need them for entry, at least on this cold February weeknight. With a dark interior and limited lighting the bar has a serene vibe, a great place for a quiet drink before or after dinner. My wife and I shared a slice of tiramisu, delicious, and enjoyed a couple cocktails and conversation served up by our bartender Emma. Well worth checking out.

You must check this speak-easy find out. It is down the stairs from the lobby of the Flat Iron…read moreHotel take the stairs on the right and you will enter into a Magical Space. The decor is lovely with high-quality fixtures and the artistic flair is divine. Options for libations abound. You'll definitely feel a nod to the secret societies of old. If you have a pang for something to nosh, the small snacks are great, or the amazing brick-oven pizza that rivals those I had in Sicily. The team will tend to your every whim - sometimes even before you asked. Thank you Red Ribbon team - especially Ms. E for your excellence.

Farmese Cocktail Lounge was such a fun little find while exploring Asheville!…read more Walking in and heading downstairs gives it a cozy, hidden-gem feel. The lounge is stylish, comfortable, and a great place to escape the heat for a bit. The bartender was friendly, the cocktails were well made, and although the drinks were a little on the pricey side, they were worth it for the atmosphere and service. We didn't stay long, but we really enjoyed our stop. If you're looking for a cozy cocktail lounge in downtown Asheville, this one is definitely worth checking out.

Terrible experience. The mixologist was brand new and, per her, was a bartender from a "dive bar"…read moreand was just annoyed by the menu. That admission translated perfectly to our drinks: a "summer special" margarita variation was all lime juice; my whiskey-based thing was... well I'm not sure what it was. She also slammed our bill into my wife's sunglasses. Perfect touch. The space is nice but with this level of quality next to places like Curate I'm not sure the future is bright.

Imagine if Edgar Allan Poe had a bar in his home, that is the best way I can describe The Crow &…read moreQuill. Walking in the door, it feels like you step back in time and the attention to detail in the design is top notch. You order from the bar and the staff was friendly and inviting. The craft cocktails were delicious, I would recommend The Centerfold, and they carry a very impressive stock of bourbon and whiskey. This place is a vibe, highly recommend you check it out.

The hubs and I had a great time enjoying a night cap and great live music at Crow & Quill! Full…read moredisclosure, I hate cover charges as I'm a (post-grad adult) local business lover who wouldn't dream of not patronizing the business I'm visiting, but I do fully support live music so when reached the door to be greeted with the "hi, there's a $10 cover per person for the band" I wasn't deterred, but only mildly annoyed as my visit wasn't based on a band (that I may or may not enjoy) but simply for the hopes of enjoying great craft cocktails and a speakeasy vibe as a tourist visiting a nice establishment. In my opinion: I should patronize the business and tip the band if I like them, and the business that hired them should pay them. No? With that, I'd bookmarked Crow & Quill on my Asheville to-do list and walked over from our hotel, so we paid and proceeded to the bar. After grabbing our first round, we were fortunate to find great seats in the packed house. Thankfully, I enjoyed the "surprise band" and they added to our first experience (and our tab) at Crow & Quill. lol... Cheers!

The vibe is art deco. This place has hands down the best espresso martini in town. And just overall…read moreamazing quality cocktails. Rish and Cole handcrafted the most beautiful drinks I've ever seen. And the service is unmatched. This place offers shuffle board and other board games.

Good local speakeasy with committed employees. $10 old fashioned. Can't go wrong. Should have more…read morereviews

During our weekend visit to Asheville, there weren't a lot of places open on a Sunday night near…read moredowntown Asheville to grab a bite, but we stumbled upon Wicked Weed Funkatorium. Sadly, they weren't busy at all, but we really liked the "funky" vibe and the large covered outdoor seating area they offered. We ordered drinks and food at the bar and then grabbed a high top outside. Since I like cucumber water, I ordered the Coolcumber - a golden ale brewed with cucumber, juniper, & basil. It was delicious and refreshing. For dinner, we ordered the Kale Caesar Salad and Mortadella Pizza (formerly the Bologna Pizza...or vice versa). Both the salad and pizza were generously portioned and perfect for two of us to share. Let's start with the salad. O.M.G. It is one of the best kale salads -- if not THE best kale salad -- I've ever had. They took care to massage the leaves with the dressing to make them very tender, then it was topped with a mound of shredded Parmesan cheese. So incredibly tasty. If you've ever turned your nose up at kale, this will change your mind. Next up was the Mortadella/Bologna pizza. It was wood-fired to char the crust and then covered in sauce, mozzarella, mortadella, stracciatella, and pistachio pesto. Having recently been to Italy, these were all ingredients I was still craving. It was delicious. The food was crave-worthy. The drink menu is extensive. The staff was all really friendly and welcoming. And the atmosphere was awesomely funky. I'd definitely return.

The name says it all, chill quiet spot, friendly crowd, great selections and unique in a great way.read more