50 Best American Restaurants in Asheville

“We had a great time at Table. The staff was attentive and kind. The oysters were perfect. Sometimes oysters aren’t cleaned properly but these were and the taste was spot on with the mignonette. They had wonderful recommendations like the dark chocolate sorbet which was fantastic and made in house. Quiet place for a casual dining experience.“

“Amazing food and service! Glad you’re back!!“

“First visit today and it won’t be our last!! It was fantastic!!!“

“my friends and I visited Monday after the herb festival and had the best food of our whole trip at Chestnut! they had the Eggs Benedict and I chose the burger gluten free. all our meals were amazing and the care our waitress put into asking about my gluten issues was so appreciated! I do believe it was the best gluten free burger fries and cheese tots I have eaten ever! Thank you so much for taking the time and going the extra mile for those of us with Celiac. Crystal ( I hope that's right, my mind is old lol)was truly awesome and everyone needs to experience this place and her! 500 stars!!“

“Excellent service and delicious food.“

“Happy hour: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm M - F
If you love beer or cocktails and you need an early dinner, this is a great happy hour. You can get a huge chicken sandwich that tastes high quality for $9 or a delicious burger for $12. Drinks range from $3 - $10. They have plenty of cocktail and beer options during the happy hour as well. The only thing I wish they did was a red and white house wine with the happy hour menu as well. Other than that this is perfect for people who want a fancy delicious experience without the high price tag.

The happy hour definitely made me want to come back for the full dinner menu! I will 100000% be back.“

“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!“

“This was hands down one of the best breakfast spots we tried during our weekend getaway to Asheville. My boyfriend and I both got a bacon egg and cheese on a biscuit which was out of this world!! Reminded us of authentic southern homemade cooking, something hard to come by with many chain or franchise restaurants. Highly recommend giving this hidden gem a try!“

“Never disappoints, always consistent service with amazing food. Our favorite Asheville restaurant.“

“Jade created a delicious “Figgy Stardust” bratwurst that had arugula pesto, fig preserves, and candied walnuts on top. It was an unusual and wonderful combination! She was great in letting me know that it was her new creation and to let her know if I liked it or not. I loved it!!“

“We ate brunch at the Exchange and it was excellent. Food and service were great. Savannah took great care of us and even surprised us with a slice of cake for my wife's birthday. Definitely recommend the basket of pastries for the table.“

“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! 😊“

“My friends and I ate here during our visit to Asheville in August 2024 and I can’t stop thinking about it. It was so good! I cannot wait to have another opportunity to go back“

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

“Fantastic meal last night at Jargon! The ginger carrot 🥕 soup was incredible. We paired it with Asparagus and risotto. The strawberry dessert was amazing and the after dinner drinks with espresso beans were perfection.“

“They exceeded my expectations! Held my daughters college graduation celebration dinner party of 20. Their meats were done to perfection. The staff were gracious we were all completely satisfied! I highly recommend.“

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

“A local bar with great food, service and beer selection. Excellent cocktails with generous pours. Ample seating inside as well as on the patio. Highly recommended.“

“Every meal was exciting and a delectable adventure! We were in great hands with the chef. I want this restaurant in Los Angeles - please!“

“Loved the vibe, architecture decor. Well trained waiters. Best food ever. Presentation wonderful. Had the Mafaldine. So subtle and full of flavor. Loved the beef tartare. My husband tried the salmon with polenta. Loved it. Kudos to the chefs. The apple dessert with cinnamon cake outstanding. Thank you Parker, our waiter, for such a personable experience. We are Florida residents visiting. By far one of the best restaurants in Asheville. Well done.“

“I’ve eaten here 2 times in the last 2 months. The food is delicious , the service has been excellent and the atmosphere is so nice . I’ve enjoyed eating on their patio . I know I’ll be returning .“

“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 Brewery!! Had interesting conversations with brewer. Very knowledgeable staff, Jeremy was an excellent bartender and knows the beers well. Tried the Burning Daylight fest Bier and it was an amazing beer. Light Oktoberfest!!! Will definitely be back!!“

“We had absolutely wonderful service & delicious cocktails during our visit in Asheville. Meticulously crafted cocktails by a very knowledgeable mixologist (can’t remember his name). We will definitely be back next time we’re in town.“

“Friendly atmosphere, good food.“

“Me and my wife are here at cornerstone restaurant today and the food was absolutely delicious again the spaghetti and the meatballs, the Snickers cheesecake and Claire our waitress. She was a diamond for sure. Great personality. Fast response brought our food out very quickly and everything was A+plus would like to give her a big shout out. Even if the food was bad ! We would come back because of her .“

“Food was great our waitress was great and informative.“

“Had dinner with a group of friends. We all enjoyed our meals. Tuna nachos, pork belly and wings were very tasty to start the meal. The main dishes we had included the brick chicken, shrimp and grits and smash burger. We cleaned our plates…great flavors and taste! We would DEFINITELY go back!“

“Man, this place is awesome. The service? Top-tier—super friendly and on point. And the food? So good! I was psyched that they could make their crab cakes gluten-free, and honestly, they were insane. Crispy, flavorful, just straight-up delicious. Now, the BBQ pork flatbread? Total game changer. Smoky, a little sweet, a little tangy, with the perfect crunch. Just the kind of thing you wanna keep going back for.“

“We were a party of 8...in the summer...around lunchtime...so it was crowded but we were seated quickly..had biscuits right away and our food came out quickly...portions were huge..(.I think the meatloaf slice was a pound of beef by itself.)..Staff were courteous and helpful with our wheelchair and walkers.food was reasonably priced... our only "negative" comment would be that some desserts ran out :( but everything else was great!“

“My husband and I enjoyed the shrimp Po boys tonight at the Highland brewing and it was AMAZING!!! We are from New Orleans so it was super special to get a po boy in Asheville with REAL French bread. I loved Grush's twist on the Po boy with the pickled veggies and the delicious sauce. 10/10 recommend them. I can't wait to try more food items but I may just keep eating the Po boys because they were that good! Also, Panda was the SWEETEST and Grush is so talented. ❤️“

“A very fun place to go! We loved our visit there and Grandma and the Great Grandkids thought it was a Blast…. From the past for Grandma. Everything was clean, service was great and the wait was not too long. The Malts were delicious too.“

“Had a great Turkey Pita and White Ale on the patio with friends. Excellent wooded vibes and great food selection!

I would recommend 1) Something to keep the tables from wobbling. 2) A menu with accurate pricing. My bill was different than the menu suggested.“

“The Village Pub is an absolute gem in Asheville! Great atmosphere with plenty of pool tables, TVs for watching all the sports, and a solid menu of food and drinks that never disappoints. The place has that perfect mix of local charm and fun energy. Jessie makes the experience even better—always welcoming, attentive, and genuinely great at making everyone feel at home. Whether you’re stopping in for a game, a good meal, or just to hang out with friends, this is the spot. Highly recommend!“

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

“Our server was great! Just the right mix of friendly and professional. There were 5 in our party. Each ordered something different and all the dishes were delicious but especially the shrimp and grits. The sampler platter is easily enough for two to share! Our overall experience was exceptional!“

“Great lunch at Cedric's Tavern. The pickles and seasonal mushroom toast were both delicious. My husband got the Reuben which he said was delicious but the portion so generous he could not finish it. I had a beautifully plated salad with an amazing honey balsamic vinaigrette. I was surprised to see quite a few vegetarian options as well. We will definitely return to this restaurant. Great value for the quality of food.“

“Great view of smokie/Appalachian mountains. Came for appetizers and drinks before dinner in the main dining room. Great relaxing setting. Also got to see a wedding on the lawn below the terrace, with the mountains in the background. What a lovely romantic touch to the start of an evening.“

“My grandson and I are new to the area. This is my
Favorite restaurant now. The legendary meatloaf is amazing and I never thought that I would say try the meatloaf. Smoked wings were great service was great at atmosphere really nice. Recommend this 100%.“

“The burgers and our service were amazing“

“We love our outings to Creekside - Georgia loves the chicken and fries and I had buffalo wings this time which I really enjoyed. I usually get the salad with smoked chicken and its my all time favorite. The staff are great and the atmosphere is cozy. So if you are looking for a great place to eat, with a good atmosphere and great eats - Creekside is my favorite place in East Asheville.“

“We LOVE the one stop! The people, the place, the fans. Can’t wait to visit y’all again! 5 🌟“

“Good service and food 🥘 the scenery is great too“

“Love the Gluten Free Options Squash appetizer, cornbread appetizer, beef and potato soup, and she crab soup all top notch to start off. Pork chop, Shrimp and Grits, Meatloaf, Trout were terrific We love Biltmore and love Village Social. It was a great night!!“

“Ive been coming here quite a while. Kayla and Sarah are always my bartenders and already know what I want. The food is great, and i met the new bar manager today, Nicole, who was very friendly and helping out behind the bar. Overall great place to hang out!“

“Great food. Locally sourced. Friendly, well-trained staff.“

“Great place with a great welcoming staff.“

“Great food and staff are awesome too!“

“I want to give a huge shout out to our server Alex H! Not only was the food and service excellent, but Alex went above and beyond when my sister had a fainting spell in the restaurant. He quickly brought her a cold rag with ice and chocolate chips to help her blood sugar. He was very understanding and caring and kept checking back to make sure she was ok. We just wanted to make sure he knows how appreciated he was today. Thank you Alex!“

“Expected this to be expensive but was pleasantly surprised by excellent food and service, so it ended up being a fair value as well. It's a shame that not everyone can face the windows as the view of the Blue Ridge is fantastic. They have imaginative cocktails, high quality spirits, and a large wine list. Service was on par with the best we've had. We felt the main options were a bit limited, but scallops and sea bass that we went with were excellent, as were the starters and desserts. If you're in the area of the Biltmore and looking for a fine dining experience, this restaurant is highly recommended.“