Cool joint. I didn't even know it existed. It's very ... um .... 1970s Vegas-ish. It could be…read moredescribed as an eclectic non-pretentious mountain bar. And if you want a high-quality Old Fashioned at $8, this is the place to go. Excellent service! I didn't eat any food.

Very eclectic bar, bartender was awesome made one of the best old fashioned with spiced cherries,…read moredrink were so reasonable had a spinach artichoke dip was Yummie. Place got busy. Very weird in side decorations etc, but cool

No real food this is a speakeasy, charcuterie board available, very nice. Service is very good,…read morewith great bartenders serving, the best is ambiance, very cool inside with velvety couches, decor is also very cool with an intimate atmosphere. Live music on a regular basis.

If you are looking for a great bar with a speak easy, then look no further. This is the place!…read moreGreat service and amazing bartenders.

Cute little restaurant! Each of the servers are super…read morefriendly and well knowledgeable about menu items. They are very nice and care about you having a pleasant dining experience. Inside is decorated with paintings of birds on the windows and walls! There is a small sort of strobe light that plays only on the ceiling. Cute and is not overstimulating. The food was great. I tried a pesto chicken pizza which is something i'm not used to having and it was very good. The chicken quesadilla was also very good. Both of those meals cost around $27, combined! which I think is a great price for the portion and taste. You can get a 9 inch pizza for $12. Very nice place!

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.

Great staff and service The trout dip was super yummy The…read morewaterside location is really nice

Nice staff, good food! We had the Prime Rib special, absolutely the best!!! Newly remodeled!read more

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.

Times Bar & Coffee Shop was easily one of our favorite stops in Asheville…read more We were visiting from Florida over the Fourth of July and stopped in for a couple of cocktails from the '90s-themed menu. Every recommendation was spot on--even the radish cocktail that I wasn't sure about at first! What really stood out was the hospitality. We spent some time chatting with who we believe were the owners, hearing the story behind the bar and talking about Asheville. Those conversations made the experience just as memorable as the drinks. If you happen to remember the two Florida ladies who stopped in for a bit, thank you for making us feel so welcome. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Asheville. Highly recommend!

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.

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.

We stopped here for creative cocktails with friends. We didn't order any food so this is limited to…read moredrinks only. Staff was nice. Cocktails are good but expensive for the size pour (hence the removal of one star for value purposes). The bar itself is very cool with good vibes. Highly recommend a visit when in Asheville.

Vibes great. Mary our server, wonderful. Brad the bar manager, absolute jerk. We had a party of…read morethree and tried to order martinis, one in our party (who is 30 years old with a beard) had a recently expired license, but had his paper license from the DMV... Brad the bar manager comes over and proclaims that what we were trying to do was illegal. We kindly asked questions about if we could have a bottle wine and extra glass (for the obvious 30 year old). Brad threatens to kick us out. We asked about one person ordering a second drink, Brad threatens kick us out and accuses us of illegal activity (he's 30)... Brad was completely unprofessional. We left. Because of Brad. We would've been happy to have had a designated driver (who was 30). Brad's condescension and escalation was wholly inappropriate. We heard from another staff member that it was Brad's last week with Raven. We will be back to Raven to complete the experience in 7-10 days and will update this review accordingly.

This was an amazing experience. We came in for my birthday. It was an expensive meal but well worth…read moreit for an occasion! We said we would come back for another special evening. We always like to try a nicer restaurant for special occasions and we have been to a lot in the area, this honestly might be the top we have been to. Our server was very kind with a lot of insight of the menu and details how they prepare foods. Everything we ate was delectable. The crab cakes were full of meat. The sauce was delicious. We got the Wellington and pork chop. Both delicious. It was honestly so much food. The lobster Mac and cheese and creamy corn sides are show stoppers. The corn is sweet but the crunchy top just makes you want to eat more and more. Not to mention to finish the evening with the dessert was the cherry on top. We had plenty of left overs from the night to take home with us. Looking forward to our seconds!

Love the ambiance of this place, definitely tavern feel. However we had a mixed experience. We sat…read moreat the bar and the bar tender technically did fine, taking our orders and filling the drinks very timely, he seemed to have an attitude. Not to just us but those seated near us as well. Could've been an off night for him. Food wise, I had the brat sandwich which was great and she had a chicken sandwich which she said was very chewy. The prices here are high which you expect in a town like this but they should deliver a moist chicken breast on a sandwich for the price.

Best food in Highlands. The service was friendly and fast. Great atmosphere, fun and lively…read more Everything we ate was amazing

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.