50 Best American Restaurants near Mills River

“Idk why we waited so long to try this place. Best BBQ I've had around here. We had the special which wad a smoked bologna sandwich 10/10. We also had the brisket mac-n-cheese 10/10 and the smoked wings 10/10. Highly recommend if you have an urge for some delicious smoked “

“We loved the 45-minute brewhouse tour for a bachelorette party! It was just enough information and time for people who are mildly interested in beer but don't need to get into too much detail. Unfortunately, the production facility is not active on the weekends so we couldn't see beer being made. The live music in the pavilion was a great treat too!“

“Ya know that ol adage "don't judge a book by it's cover?" Well, here's a prime example. The skeptic in me was concerned when we pulled in, but the Google reviews gave me hope as we walked on it. It is one of the cleanest, "home-iest" little restaurants. The wait staff was super friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and appropriately priced. Definitely glad we tried this place out!“

“Becca made the whole dinner experience just so relaxing and smooth. She checked on us in a timely manner and remembered everything we needed.The food and atmosphere are magical. Once you enter the former bank building you are transported into dining bliss.“

“The nickname "Malt Disney World" truly fits. This place is amazing. I took the brewery tour and was extremely impressed with how knowledgeable and friendly Madison was. Afterwards, I had a few beers in the taproom, and honestly I didn't want to leave! Amazing experience from beginning to end, and I can't wait to come back!“

“This place is dialed in. The food was superb and cooked to perfection. The staff was very friendly and professional as well. Atmosphere was very pleasing and we now have a “new go to place” for dining out in the area. This manager should be proud to have such a well run business in this day and age. WELL DONE EVERYONE !“

“My husband & I stayed here to celebrate our Anniversary. From start to end the experienced was above & beyond. We stayed in the Salon Spa Moon loft. The room was beautiful & communal space was very inviting. The grounds themselves were lovely with the most beautiful sunsets to see. We ate at the Silo Restaurant for dinner & brunch and cannot speak highly enough of how wonderful the food & service was. Tina the bartender was a gem who took care of us. We had a couples massage, highly recommended if you are willing to splurge. The attention to detail that goes into staying here is well noted. You will not be disappointed if you stay here & are looking for a unique experience compared to a boring hotel. My biggest regret was not packing a swimsuit to enjoy the outdoor pool! Thank you to the Horse Shoe Farm for a wonderful stay!“

“This place is awesome! Did the guided tour and was mesmerized. Shared some appetizers for lunch (wings were the best I’ve had anywhere), had a few beers and hung out at the fire pit a while afterwards. Really cool experience! Planning to go back many times.“

“Always delicious food, even if a little expensive. You know they're quality when the wait is out the door. You will have to grab your own drinks and condiments. You will also want to come back over and over again.Parking: During peak hours, the lot we'll be full“

“We were celebrating our 9th Wedding Anniversary. ? We started off with the lobster bisque . For our meal we both ordered the petite filet and stuffed shrimp. It was simply divine ? For desert we had Creme Brulee and Cheese cake. Everything was superb.“

“My husband and I went to this place, and the food was superb. That was the best hotdog I have ever had in years. My husband ordered a hamburger, and he really enjoyed it. The sweet tea was so good. And the people was very friendly. We felt so welcome, and when we go back to Arden, NC, we will definitely stop by to get some good food. It's really hard finding a good hotdog“

“Had lunch for the first time ... the food was very good and plentiful. We had a Turkey Ruben and regular Ruben. The place is run by volunteers who were very friendly and accommodating. Their mission is very impressive. The service was a tad slow but they were very busy and apologetic for the delay. I would go back anytime and would also suggest you visit their thrift store next door.“

“I'm giving 5 stars for the service because we didn't want for anything but the person did have the personality of a fencepost. The food, however, was crazy good! I had the shrimp and grits and it was one of the best breakfast dishes I've had in years. My Sister had the Southern Benny and and also raved about it. Really, really flavorful and perfectly cooked. The complimentary beignet beginner was a nice touch, too.“

“We met friends here on a Saturday. The breakfast guests had just left and lunch was beginning so it wasn't crowded at all when we went. It was beginning to get busy by the time we left. They don't serve what some people call "dinner" since they are only open until 2:00. But in the south, we call lunch, dinner. We call dinner "supper". We each had something different and it was all delicious: fried catfish, fried okra, onion rings, Reuben, fries, house salad, coffee, tomato basil soup, grilled cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, cornbread, jello with whipped topping, apple caramel pie with ice cream, grilled cheese, fried chicken, yummy!!! And the server, Jay, was there to meet our every need. We'll definitely be back!Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetables to choose from. There should be plenty of options to choose from. They were out of coke slaw, but making more when we were there.Dietary restrictions: They offered sugar free optionsParking: Huge parking lot.Kid-friendliness: Staff was very friendly to all ages and made everyone feel welcome. The kids meals were designed just for them. (Smiley pancakes, etc..)Wheelchair accessibility: No steps to climb, easily accessible.“

“Charming little theater. I hardly go to the theaters now days with this crazy world and all what's happening. I happen to visit flat rock for the weekend and decided to go see a movie with my husband and 2 teen daughters.They have a selection of cheese burgers, nachos, bbq sandwiches, hotdogs, popcorn.The theater inside is very small don't expect to be going to one of those huge theaters. The best part is the litte tables where you can eat your food while you watch the movie. The seating is first come first served so arrive 30-40 minutes before the movie starts. My movie was at 6:30 PM and it started promptly and I arrived at 5:50pm to the theater and there was already a family of 6 that had already occupied the front row seats of the tables with the chairs.Overall I loved the experience. The theater was full of family style people mostly grandpas and grandmas. I felt very safe.“

“Love this place! It's a go to spot for me and my celiac husband. We drive here often (1.5hr drive) because the food is bomb, atmosphere is fun, and the staff are so sweet. The Gluten Free items are clearly marked. Great date night place! My favorite it the General Tso tacos and chips and queso!“

“First time will not be the last. Out standing food. Will make it a once a week lunch spot.Parking: First come first spot.Kid-friendliness: Not much of kid style food.Wheelchair accessibility: I had to leave chair in car and get help to cross street took 10 minutes one way.“

“Me and my boyfriend visited Asheville for the time. From the food to the service to the atmosphere, everything was phenomenal. We will definitely be coming back to Asheville just to come to this restaurant. The food was so fresh. The steak just melted in your mouth. We never had to wait for a thing, everything was severed at the right time. If you come to Asheville, this is a must got to restaurant. The price is definitely worth it.“

“Outstanding in every way!!! Food was excellent, as was the service and the atmosphere was very cool. I had the chicken sandwich and frys. The piece of chicken was larger than the bun. It has excellent flavor as did the frys. Wife had meatloaf and mashed potatoes and gravy. All excellent. We also had the fried mushrooms, excellent. We will be back.“

“First time customer and they made me feel like family!!Great atmosphere and vibe. Very welcoming feeling as I entered the establishment. Had the fried chicken with rice and gravy and mac and cheese. It was amazing. Chatting with the owner while waiting on my food was the best!!.I appreciate you guys.“

“I've been many times it's been great every time. The food is good, reasonably priced, and the service is good as well. The atmosphere has sort of a lunch counter feel to it, since they call out order numbers through a loudspeaker system. Overall 8/10 dine in, 9/10 food“

“We enjoyed a fantastic meal here tonight. What a wonderful find in Hendersonville. We live in the Greenville SC area which is known for its food and we consider ourselves foodies so this place is definetly a must try. We had the pork belly eggrolls, my husband had the bulgogi and I had the country ribeye steak sandwich and to finish one of the best crème brûlées ever. You will not be disappointed here. We will definetly make another trip here soon.“

“I was told to stop here from my sister and she was right. The baked goods looked amazing. I got a gluten free pizza. It was the potato but I subbed prosciutto instead of potatoes, yes nightshade allergy. It was delicious. Next time I’m buying all of the baked goods.Also, service was wonderful and friendly.Thank you!Will be back soon :)“

“Good food and libations. Great vibe. Great servers and bartenders. The napkins are the best ever! Thick, absorbent disposable napkins. There’s nothing worse than eating and you have to use 100 recycled, thin napkins. Did I mention the napkins?“

“Delicious food, friendly staff, welcoming patio dining area. I had the Grits & Greens bowl with brisket. Flavorful but not too salty. Happy chickens roaming, good music selection, tables were private and the crowd friendly. Local hard cider. Will be back!“

“Parking: Very limited parking and this place is delicious so they stay very busy. It can become quite difficult to find parking at times.Kid-friendliness: Kid friendlyWheelchair accessibility: I'm not sure how a wheelchair patron would gain entry into this establishment as their front door has steps leading up into the restaurant with no ramp that I've ever noticed. Bathrooms are definitely not wheelchair accessible.“

“The fish was light and delicious- lots of flavor. The potato wedges were not cooked all the way through. Shepard's pie was savory and served hot with a side gravy that was amazing. The waitress seemed annoyed. Atmosphere was definitely a pub style, but family friendly too.Parking: Find a spot on the main road or side streets and walk to the pub“

“Exquisite entrees! The salmon and chicken breast have delicately balanced sauces that bring out the flavor of each entree. The side items were delicious. The brussell sprouts were crunchy while delivering an aromatic feast to our palettes. The restaurant is pretty. The bar is inside the restaurant. It did get noisy but that was understandable. Basketball championship games were on the TVs. Kelly, our waitress, did a very good job of serving us.“

“What a great hidden gem a day in the country is. Darling gift shop with clothing and unique gifts. They serve great wines from Burntshirt Vineyards and they're lunch sandwiches are wonderful. It's always my go to place when I have visitors in town as the setting is so pretty.“

“Went here on a whim as we'd been to most of the other Hendo staples and was surprised to find that the food at Harvey's was far beyond anything else we've had locally. The atmosphere is super welcoming, service was fantastic and the food was next level. Fine dining without the pretentious atmosphere, at a reasonable price. We'll be back!!“

“This has become a regular stop for me anytime I'm in the area. It's a local spot with a biker friendly vibe. Down to earth with consistently good food, especially the wings. The wings are always a good size with lots of flavors available.Service is friendly. They seem to be chronically understaffed, so be patient, the servers are doing their best. I called in my order 30 minutes prior to arrival because time was tight. When we arrived, a table was reserved for us and our food was out about 8 minutes after the drinks.Parking: Parking is directly in front of the restaurant.“

“The food is great, and service is fast. The atmosphere is great, especially outside. Everyone was super nice, and I love eating local.Kid-friendliness: The area outside is great, there’s a chalkboard for littles. Also, the kids menu is a nice classic. Love it!“

“I was very surprised with this place... The food was freshly prepared and served with a large portion... They do not have table service.. You order and pay at the counter.. Food items were moderately priced and service was fairly fast... We had thunder storms the day we visited and had to eat inside..but they have great outdoor seating with nice views of the gardens.“

“This place started in Ashville NC and now has 20+ locations all over the US. Every time I’m in Ashville for work I eat here! Really great options for some unique dining. I always get the hot honey chicken with Mac and cheese waffles and it never disappoints! Service is ALWAYS excellent, so nice and friendly! Definitely one of my top 10 restaurants to eat at.“

“I will say usually the service is excellent, and it wasn't until we paid the check that we never saw our server again. We were there for 4 hours, but we left a healthy tip. I don't usually hang out that long, but I was there with a friend I hadn't seen in 30 years. I would have loved to have had a refill on the drink.You can't beat Long Horn when it comes to steak, in my opinion.“

“Always a crowd and that's a sure sign this is a really good place to enjoy BBQ and their homemade NC sweet sauce. A good staff is always on hand. Parking is excellent. Not to be missed.UPDATE. Five years have passed and it’s only gotten better. Now serving breakfast! The bacon, scrambled egg and cheese on Texas toast totally rocks! It’s HUGE. I was so hungry I ate it before I thought about talking a photo.“

“Excellent food and service. Burger was cooked perfectly and all the add-ons I chose were fresh and delicious. Huge fan of the FB fries and the sweet potato fries as well. Will be back to try the Double Bacon burger and also want to try the chicken burger and onion rings!“

“First thing I noticed was that the lunch crowd is a bit older, blue collar crowd which I like. Service was fast and friendly. I had their New Mexico Green Chili Burger. Didn't expect a WHOLE green chili on it so that was a good surprise. Definitely a burger worth getting again. One of the best milkshakes I've ever had. Will definitely come back.“

“Great little Cafe tucked away in the strip mall. Nice variety of menu items, fast and friendly service. Daily specials, and I'll be back for the meatloaf sandwich when it's on the special. Yummy hsm and turkey sandwich was my second choice. Seemed like lots of repeat customers, known by name, so that speaks well of this small business. Breakfast and lunch. Try it if you're in the area, and you won't go away hungry.“

“We have been coming to Sunday Brunch for years and again recently it was a beautiful, delicious and memorable meal. The butternut squash and soup were a highlight for me this time. Thank you for providing a highlight to our every visit to Flat Rock.“

“We loved this place. The owner ( although he said his wife was the owner, maybe he was joking) made the experience really fun. He was very funny and also helpful as we were new to the area. He really kept us entertained. (But it was encouraged, he was not overly intrusive at all) The food was delicious. Fresh beautifully arranged on the plate and at a very good price. I wish we lived closer I would go back for dinner. He was smoking ribs that afternoon and they smelled delicious. Overall great experience. Enjoyed sitting on the beautiful patio where many people had their pets with them.I would highly recommend this place.“

“One of the only true local bars in Buncombe county. Just beer and wine but not 35 different IPA's and no snooty hipster vibe. Just down to earth and friendly. Great Karaoke on friday and saturday night with Dave the DJ. Some really talented local vocalists. A very welcoming atmosphere.“

“I called to place a ToGo order late morning. I could tell from the background noise they were busy. The girl who took my order, was very nice, did not rush to get me off the phone, read my order back to me..I picked up 20 minutes later. It was packed, people were waiting for seats to open up. As the girl was bagging my food, I looked around at the ENTIRE crew working there, and they were top notch, (organized, helpful to each other, uniforms were neat and not sloppy, very nice, smiles on their faces). I couldn't help.but think, is this being filmed for a WH training video...lol) This was such a refreshing experience to see this in a workplace. Thank You!!!“

“Ate lunch there today, and it was OUTSTANDING! Counter man was friendly and helpful. Menu so large, hard to decide! We ate, my husband and I had bbq sandwiches, pork in chunks which was different and soooooo tasty, shared fries and beans, for about $16! Would recommend and definitely go back, so nice to find friendly, clean atmosphere with tasty affordable food.“

“A Chocoholic's heaven. The good news is you don't have to die to get here. Seriously, they have a great selection of all types of chocolate, fudge, and ice cream. Very friendly staff that is very patient with all of your questions. A must-see place when in town.“

“I drive past this spot several times a week, but had never tried it. We had a delicious dinner and enjoyed ourselves despite one obnoxiously loud patron (totally not the restaurant’s fault.) The flatbread was yummy and nicely plated and the breakfast burger was delightfully decadent. We really enjoyed the guitarist. The setting is pastoral, and I’m sure gorgeous in the Spring. Wine seemed a bit pricey. We will definitely try this place again.Vegetarian options: There were some vegetarian options.Kid-friendliness: I would not consider this place kid-friendly based on our first visit.“

“We love Culver’s. We love they have gluten-free buns. We ordered food to-go from inside the restaurant. When we got home we noticed one of the burgers were ordered was not prepared how we ordered it. None of the toppings were included. My husband called and they made things right with free food at our next visit.Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free buns and fries!!Parking: Good amount of spaces. Drive thru is always full.“

“I love Campfire! The Camp theme is thoughtfully curated and makes you nostalgic whether or not you went to camp! And the food and service are wonderful- such friendly and welcoming staff, and Fried Chicken night could easily make me a Tuesday regular, but there are so many other delicious things in the menu! And if you enjoy a cocktail, the bar is creative and accommodating for your tastes, and always satisfies.“

“I am so glad I decided to have breakfast here recently. I walked in and LOVED the 50's diner vibe. The service was good and the food was plenty delicious. If you love the 50's diner vibe, then this is your place to come and eat. I will definitely be back when visiting the Hendersonville area.“

“Employees were really friendly and the cook was great! The food came out perfect for a Waffle House. My daughter and I enjoyed ourselves. It was a very pleasant experience.Kid-friendliness: My daughter loved watching the cook make the food in front of us. The food is definitely kid-friendly.“