23 Best Wine Bars in Asheville

“I am a foodie/food-snob. I admit it. I am so often disappointed by my restaurant experiences. Last night, my partner and i had one of the best meals in Asheville we can remember. Bold, sensual, well-balanced dishes (somewhere in the neighborhood Charleston's Xiao Bar Biscuit). Off the hook (if a little pricey) wine list.“

“Friendly staff, great atmosphere, great wine, beer and snacks“

“First time there, sampled many items from the menu (8 to be exact) everything was fantastic! Great service and atmosphere!“

“A stop at Walls Wine Bar while in downtown Asheville is a must! You can enjoy a taste, a glass or a bottle of some exceptional international wines. Walk through the gallery to take in the amazing photography of Benjamin Walls on safari or step outside and relax in the open air patio while people watching. While you are there, learn about once in a lifetime travel opportunities; the stuff dreams are made of!“

“This is one of our favorite spots in Asheville! We highly recommend and they also have an awesome market where you can purchase a yummy Curate Salsa de Aperitivo, spices that you can use to cook with at home, ham sandwiches to go, and so much other delicious flavors from Spain. You guys are awesome! ❤️❤️❤️“

“AMAZING!! Best steak and lobster Deviled eggs, onion soup, tartare sooo good!! Our waitress was awesome and on top of things. Will be back.“

“Wonderful experience at Tall John’s last night! We stopped in for appetizers and drinks. Everything was amazing! We had the special appetizer and mussels. Excellent wine menu, great atmosphere and overall amazing experience! We will definitely be back for brunch or dinner too! Side note- where can I find the bathroom wallpaper to purchase? Very interesting! 😊“

“I have been to Little D's several times since they opened, and every time they exceed the previous meal. they are creative, perfectly presented, and amazingly delicious!“

“Incredible food, drinks, and views! Definitely make a reservation and catch the sunset. 10/10 experience.“

“We are from out of town and love to try the local favorites. The food was fresh and delicious. The restaurant was unique and the service was friendly.“

“great espresso and cool beer choices“

“A must try! Chef Lee is Amazing! Stacie makes great cocktails 🍹 and has a awesome crew!“

“Absolutely perfect! Ben was the best server and was so easy to talk to! the food was incredible and the drinks were delicious. loved the atmosphere. V chill! would Definitely return on our next visit. thanks for making my husband's birthday so great! 👏 Bravo“

“We are from out of town and love to try the local favorites. The food was fresh and delicious. The restaurant was unique and the service was friendly.“

“Update:

After being reached out to by the Flat Iron team, we had a redo experience that was vastly improved. It’s clear the team wants to provide top tier customer service and I’ve added two stars to this review to reflect the effort the team put in to provide a great night out for my girlfriend and I! Shoutout to Sarah and the rest of the team for making this happen.

Initial Review:

My girlfriend and I were looking for a rooftop bar to kick off the evening with some espresso martinis, and found the Flat Iron Rooftop after doing some searching. While the views were great, we had issues with both the drinks and service.

The espresso martinis were completely batched with every ingredient pre-mixed; on its own not a problem, but they had such a strong licorice taste (similar to Amaretto). After trying to get through them for 10 minutes, we gave up and I brought them back more than half full to the female bartender working there around 5:30pm last night. Customer service was lacking, with no acknowledgement or offer to make things right. While that in its own would not usually make me write a review, as we walked away and were waiting for the elevator the server made a derogatory remark to (who I assume was) the other bartender, implying that my girlfriend was underage and we had no idea what we were talking about.

Really wanted to like the place, but expected better from a rooftop lounge at a 4 star hotel.“

“A friend and I came early on a weeknight and the atmosphere was great. Nice selection of vermouth. I tried a few, and then to ensure I was thorough, I tried a couple more.

I found the service exceptional and the staff friendly. Probably not the place if you want to dwell in a dark booth and down some Bud Light, but for a summer afternoon with a couple of refreshing drinks, B&B was 10/10.“

“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!“

“Love this cute little bar. We visit every time we are in Asheville. They have a great selection of beer and wine.“

“Visiting from Canton Ohio & we stopped in to enjoy a cup of chai & matcha tea at Farewell. Atmosphere is cool, boho chic & relaxing. By far the best chai I ve had yet ! Looking forward to stopping again my next visit to Asheville 😉“

“Great taste and fresh plenty to eat.“

“We love this place. One of the best steaks in town. Sides are amazing and don’t even get me started on deserts. Staff is wonderful and sweet. Couldn’t ask for a better experience.“

“Do yourself a favor and stop for a delicious meal. Hubs and I stopped for lunch. We had eaten at this restaurant several years ago and enjoyed it then.\nI had the Pad Thai and my hubs had the Massaman Curry. I chose medium spice and it was on point- just spicy enough to enjoy. Hubs had mild spice. The meal came with salad/soup and spring roll/crab rangoon. The food was made to order, hot, fresh, and delicious. I was surprised that our meal also came with a fruit cup - strawberries and grapes. The strawberries were so sweet. Service was amazing and attentive. Spent around $40 for two lunch specials and a Thai Ice Tea.“

“The food was so good and the service was awesome. Everyone was so nice! We will definitely be back again!“