21 Best Italian Restaurants in Asheville

“Hands down the best food I've had in the southeast in my 30 years living here. We will absolutely be back!“

“We have visited once for dinner and once for breakfast and I have a tough time putting down my utensils. Dinner with 4 had tartar and mussels and calamari apps and all were perfect. I had the Gemelli pasta dish (gluten sensitive) and enjoyed the flavors. For breakfast I had the Benedict Hash. My mouth wants to marry that sauce. The steak and eggs were perfectly cooked, the sauce is bold with lemon and paprika and oh so delicious.“

“My wife and I have made it a holiday tradition to dine at The Original Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian every time we visit Asheville. If you’re looking for a meal that feels genuinely authentic and welcoming, this is the one spot you absolutely have to visit.\n\nThe Food We started with the house-made fried mozzarella sticks, and I’m not exaggerating when I say they are by far the best I’ve ever had. For the main course, I had the sausage, peppers, and onions, while my wife went with the twice-baked lasagna. Both dishes were delicious, high-quality, and more than enough to satisfy a hearty appetite.\n\nThe Service We did have a small hiccup getting a table when we first arrived, but the manager was excellent. Once the issue was brought to their attention, they stepped in immediately to make sure we were seated and taken care of quickly.\n\nOne Quick Tip The only reason I’m giving this 4 stars instead of 5 is the parking. It’s notoriously difficult to find a spot nearby, and since they do not take reservations, you’ll want to arrive well ahead of time to account for the hunt for a parking space and the likely wait for a table.\n\nIt’s a local favorite for a reason—totally worth the extra effort!“

“My absolutely favorite Italian in Asheville. Meatballs are OUT OF THIS WORLD. The garlic knots too. Also, every pasta dish is so delicious it’s almost impossible to decide each time I go. I’ve tried so many and I’ve never left disappointed. Service is always kind and attentive as well.“

“Bargello was one of the highlights of our visit to Asheville. The food was absolutely amazing—every dish was flavorful, beautifully prepared, and exceeded our expectations. The prices were very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food and overall dining experience.

The staff was attentive throughout the entire meal, making sure everything was perfect without ever being intrusive. A special mention goes to the hostess, who was incredibly pleasant, welcoming, and made us feel valued from the moment we walked in.

If you’re looking for outstanding food, excellent service, and great value, Bargello is a must-visit. We will definitely be back the next time we’re in Asheville!“

“My husband and I both ordered the Veal Marsala and it was delicious. Christine our waitress was super friendly and very attentive.“

“Wonderful Place!“

“Beyond amazing 🌸 especially if you are traveling with anyone who needs to do gluten free. Customer service is excellent. The whole experience was so good we went back for seconds. If visiting for your first time, ask for Melissa….best waitress we ever had ❤️“

“Great food great service . Crabcakes are phenomenal !!!“

“Lovely server with colorful hair.great food“

“Best pizza in town! I could eat there every day!“

“We eat here alot and we love it my boyfriend gets the wings and pizza its better than papa johns or pizza hut“

“Twisted Laurel was a perfect fit for our day trip to Asheville. The food was delicious. The service is fantastic. Thanks, Josh!“

“Apollo Flame Bistro is by far the best Greek restaurant around. The food is great and the staff is very professional. My favorites are lamb gyro and the meat ravioli.“

“We ate there today May 16,2026.My daughter is allergic to alot of nuts and other stuff.The waitress and manager went out of there way to double check that what she wanted was safe.They even found out it was her 29th bday and sang happy birthday to her.food was cooked excellent and service was past exce“

“The atmosphere is truly beautiful. I am used to eating at Apollo flame in Ashville and immediately knew there was a connection. They are certainly a bit different from each other but in a very good way! I work near Mars Hill and decided to give them a try. I'm so glad I decided to! The first thing I asked about was the soup and the waitress smiled and said it is chicken Baja. I had never heard of that but her expression said it all! It was as if there was some big secret about this particular soup. Naturally I had to order it. What came out to me was like a nacho cheese version of a corn chowder with chicken and it was absolutely phenomenal. Then I knew I had to get the gyro platter. That would really be the determining factor! That is my usual at the Apollo flame. I can taste the subtle difference between the two. The chicken is a little spicer and very good. No notes here. Cut it, send it and print it. Delicious food. Yes, I got a to go order. ❤❤❤“

“This pizza is next level! They are not messin around!!! They are helping the community during the Hurricane Helene aftermath! Their salads and pasta are so fresh and flavorful. I’m from Charleston, SC, it’s a foodie town… pizza is not our strong suit(with some exceptions). We newly arrived in Asheville and our minds were literally blown away by this restaurant!!! All the LOVE!!!“

“AMAZING STAFF! Besides the Pizza being amazing they're even acting more amazing to the locals during a distressful time.“

“super fast. delicious, and probably the best tazizki sauce I've found in NC. Definitely will be back!“

“Have been eating at j&s for years, drove over today from Rockford, Tenn not disappointed, wish would come to Knoxville“

“This pizza is next level! They are not messin around!!! They are helping the community during the Hurricane Helene aftermath! Their salads and pasta are so fresh and flavorful. I’m from Charleston, SC, it’s a foodie town… pizza is not our strong suit(with some exceptions). We newly arrived in Asheville and our minds were literally blown away by this restaurant!!! All the LOVE!!!“