Really cool vibe. Great food, Great people and Live Music to…read moreprovide a Great Experience! No matter if your a Local or just visiting, you need to check them out!

Really neat place with good food. My wife and daughter loved the ambiance of the bird decor. I…read moreappreciated the delicious food and reasonable prices. There were quite a few items on the menu that piqued my interest, but I settled on the Winner Winner chicken sandwich. What sold me was the blueberry compote topping and I did not regret my choice. Everyone else enjoyed their meals as well, including the toffee dessert. Service was friendly and reasonably fast. On the night we went, they were having an open mic night. While we enjoyed the music, it was loud enough that it was hard to have a conversation at the table. I'd love to come back.

We will be back! Great atmosphere, love the location. We sat outside by the water. There was live…read moremusic and a great vibe by the bar. The peach martini and pot pie was fantastic, the trout dip was excellent.

We were passing through and saw the full parking lot and thought, "Looks really busy, must be…read moregood." First of all, the menu is HUGE, for a bar! This is a red flag. When the special of the night is "Alfredo... with chicken, pork, or steak, take your pick!" and it's also already on the menu... this is a red flag. I quickly started scanning the menu for something that might not give me food poisoning. When the food is stored in outside freezers and there's a horde of live cats running around everywhere... it's a red flag. I love good bar food, but this was not good. My wife's Philly Cheesesteak tasted like propane gas. My chili dog was on par with something you might get at a junior high football game. Even my kids rejected their chicken tenders, which is saying something. Just 100% industrial, frozen, crap. The $13 margarita was even bad. It tasted like bad sour mix and may have had a drop or two of tequila in it. Giving one star for the server, who tried her best. And the location on the river was very nice. Service was slow too though. This was the worst $85 "dinner" I've had in a very, very long time. For the love of god, reduce the size of your menu and do a few things really well. No one wants a bunch of frozen entrees at a bar.

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.

Do yourself a favor and check this place out if you are ever in Asheville! They have a full coffee…read morebar alongside an impressive cocktail menu. The space itself is incredibly cool, featuring exposed concrete, a massive back bar, a vintage print shop sign, and my personal favorite--a disco ball chandelier. The bartenders were so welcoming and fantastic to chat with during our visit. They were running a super fun '90s throwback menu while we were there. If it's still available when you drop in, definitely try the "Last Time Lover" and "Smells Like Green Spirit." The Last Time Lover even came with a nostalgic butterfly clip holding a Spice Girls photo! If you're a cocktail fan, I highly recommend this spot. I'll definitely be back on my next trip to Asheville.

The Times is easily my favorite bar in Asheville -- truly a five-star, can't-miss spot. On my first…read moretrip back in July, I found myself coming here every night for a drink, and on this work trip I did the exact same thing. That alone should tell you everything you need to know. Their espresso martini is probably the best I've ever had -- perfectly balanced, smooth, and dangerously easy to drink. Every bartender here is incredibly knowledgeable. They can make anything you ask for and then walk you through the history and origins of the cocktail like you're getting a mini masterclass with your drink. The bar itself is beautiful, with an impressive selection of spirits and a menu full of creative cocktails featuring ingredient combinations you'd never expect to work together -- but somehow they absolutely do. It's also one of the best places in the city to sit back and people-watch while enjoying a perfectly made drink. Do not skip The Times -- honestly, it's worth going out of your way to stop there.

Sovereign Remedies is a charming small-plate bar with a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The space is…read morebeautifully well-lit and the lush foliage throughout the establishment creates the feeling of dining outdoors in a relaxing garden setting. The bar is fully stocked with an impressive selection. I ordered the sparkling wine, Chateau de la Durandiere and it was excellent- crisp, light, refreshing and perfectly sparkling. The staff was warm, attentive and overall a welcoming experience.

Cocktail review only- (didn't eat there). Cozy cocktail lounge tucked away off the main drag. Bar…read morestaff very friendly and constantly busy making delicious drinks. This place unlocked my new found love for vespers.

1. First time here. 2. They delivered an exceptional…read moreexperience to match their pricing. 3. We sat on the more informal, lounge side. Still pretty formal, but more desirable for us versus formal dining. 4. We had 6 different cocktails and all were great. 5. Food wise, we started with deviled eggs, then a wedge salad, finishing with the Surf/Turf. All were great. I personally didn't love the relish on the deviled eggs (sweet), but it worked. 6. If I have any constructive feedback, I'd ask the manager, Brad, to stop pacing through the lounge. During our 1.5 hours there, he walked through the lounge in front of our table, at least 20 times and it became a detractor for us. Occasionally we'd see him seat a customer instead of the hostess, but otherwise, not sure he was actually adding any value with pacing. I'd suggest sitting back and observing, and helping when needed rather than hovering and pacing. The lounge is just too small to not notice.

My husband is an entertainment/f&b/hospitality exec in Miami. We are setting up retirement in…read moreKnoxville. We know good restaurants and can hang with a crowd. We started very early this evening 6/22 at Raven with res in the lounge for two. Two couples at the bar and no tables taken when we arrived. We were seated at the absolute worst table in the lounge, looking at the curtains and only 1/4 view of bar. We asked to move 4 ft over to the corner booth to see into the room. We remained the only table occupied for 50 min...why did they choose to shut us out in the corner? Cocktails, wine, split the wedge salad, excellent. Waygu burger great, but our Coral Gables neighborhood Ruth's Chris NY Strip is better. When our waitress asked if we wanted dessert we said no...our waitress, who had been lovely, said she wasn't surprised and it was 'impressive' how much we ate...she was saying we ate a lot? one app/2 entrees? At $260. We will not be back.

We had heard amazing things about the Highlands Tavern and had very high expectations, and they did…read morenot disappoint. Quaint Tavern, located just off Main, with an excellent selection of wine, beer, and specialty cocktails. Small with limited seating, make sure you get there early or be prepared to wait a bit. We ordered the divinity and a specialty old-fashioned to drink and both were as delicious as any cocktail we've ever had. The peach Caprese salad was a real standout, so fresh and really delicious. The Instagram worthy jalapeño popper burger was perfectly prepared and really juicy and delicious. The cucumber salad was spicy as advertised and delicious, I could've eaten an entire bowl of those cucumbers. My son had the 4th street burger and I swear he ate it like he never had anything more delicious. The service was excellent. The food was excellent and we will absolutely be back. Highly recommend the Highlands Tavern!

Amazing service, delicious summer, drink, and fantastic food. This is such a hidden gem.read more

We randomly stopped here on the way home from Asheville!!…read more We are so glad we did. We chose to sit outside, and people watch. The food was delicious. They made a great NA Bloody Mary. Get the poutine!!

We've been to Hell or High Water a few times now, and honestly--it still feels like one of Black…read moreMountain's best-kept secrets. Every time we go, I'm kind of shocked it's not absolutely packed. This is part of the Foothills Meats family, and if you know their spots (the butcher shop, the food truck, The Grange, etc.), you already know--they don't miss. So we went in the first time pretty confident, and they absolutely delivered. The space itself is great, but the rooftop is the real standout--easily one of the best views in Black Mountain. It's such a good spot to sit, have a drink, and hang out. Speaking of drinks--the bar is excellent. The bartenders have always been great, super easy to sit at the bar and enjoy yourself. They've got a strong liquor selection and fun, well-balanced cocktails. Now the food. Everything we've had has been consistently good, but our last visit really stood out. We shared the pork katsu sandwich, the sweet potato biscuits, and the poutine. The pork katsu was done really well--crispy on the outside, tender inside, with that classic crunch from the cabbage and a slightly sweet, tangy katsu-style sauce. I also really liked that the sauce was on the side so you could control each bite. The sweet potato biscuits surprised us--in the best way. Those are easy to mess up, and these were not. Soft, flavorful, slightly sweet with that savory balance, paired with ham, sorghum butter, smoked cheddar, and red eye gravy--it's a really thoughtful combination that just works. And the poutine... so good. Crispy fries, rich mushroom gravy, and cheese curds that actually hold their texture. It's hearty without being heavy, and every bite felt balanced. For the level of quality they're putting out, the prices are very reasonable--which makes it even more surprising that it's not more crowded. It's right in downtown Black Mountain, but we actually drive all the way from Flat Rock to come here--and it's absolutely worth it every time. Overall, this place just nails it. Great drinks, really solid food, beautiful setting--and somehow still flying a bit under the radar. Definitely worth checking out.