Excellent food! Great atmosphere. Really kind service. They went above and beyond to give me a meal I enjoyed by offering to mix two menu items. So lovely!
Tracy Slice Moore
Ordered the special which was a filet and 1/2 lobster that came with risotto and vegetables. The lobster that was served was inedible and the risotto was overcooked. The fillet was the only thing that could be eaten on the plate. The restaurant offered lobster ravioli as a replacement. There was so much mint flavor in the sauce that it was inedible as well. Management refused to take the meal off of our bill because the filet was eaten.
I understand charging for the filet but not the whole meal.
We had high expectations and were severely disappointed.
Francine
A wonderful dining experience on all counts; excellent food, extremely knowledgeable server and delicious wine.
Christine
Love that in addition to the amazing regular items that they have amazing creative fresh fish dishes. The servers have fun personalities and on top of their game.
Fran
Loved the grilled Romaine salad. I've only had it a few times in the past, but this was spectacular. Make sure to ask for some bread!
James
Had a new server, Mayla, she was attentive and knew the menu... Highly recommend this restaurant.
George
Has been a favorite for many years -- Great to take clients and business associates to get a great meal which will be remembered to be sure to return to in the very soon -- Hector keep up the great standard you have set fir yourself --
Bruce
Dined on a busy Saturday night. Michele was helpful with selections and wonderfully enthusiastic. Specials were just that..special. Fish and scallops prepared perfectly and plated with a very nice combination of risotto and seasonal vegetables. The variety of tastes around the plate were constantly changing and all very nice. Portions were larger than we were expecting. A wonderful night. Looking forward to next visit.
Ann
The food was delicious, the service excellent; thank you so very much for our delightful meal
Susan
The food and service are always amazing! It's one of our favorite restaurants in Asheville!
I have been going to Modesto for many many years. This last visit with friends the menu selections seemed to have changed. My monkfish and scallops were grilled with little relationship to the rest of the dish which was very good. The Caprese salad with the addition of the prosciutto ham was very good. The server suggestion of the Barolo was right on.
Jeff
My wife and I really enjoyed our dinner at Modesto. It was our first time dining at this downtown Asheville restaurant and we are already planning to return with friends. Dining in privacy, though, is not possible inside the restaurant. The seating arrangements are anything but romantic or exclusive (tables are set very close to each other - to the point that it was nearly impossible to hold a private conversation). There are outdoor tables available which may be seasonally used for a more quiet or private dining experience. It was chilly on the night we visited, so we chose to dine indoors. The specials menu alone is incredible. Combined with the regular menu offers, it's easy to succumb to sensory overload (in a really great way!). We both agreed that the lamb rib chops we ordered (from the special list) were among the best-prepared that we've enjoyed in years. The lump crab ravioli with seared scallops was also amazing. We look forward to returning to try one of the delectable pizza recipes, salads, and many more seafood-based entrees. AND - we were informed by our waitress that Modesto is about to open two new restaurants in Asheville named 1) Chorizo and 2) Salsa. If the same chef(s) who were responsible for our delicious dinner have anything to do with the menu at the upcoming restaurants, it's going to be pleasantly difficult decision deciding which of their restaurants to dine at!
danny
The shiitake onion soup was the best soup I think I've ever tasted. However, the mushroom pasta was not very interesting. A few of the mushrooms and possibly leaks? Or onions that had been grilled tasted as if they had liquid smoke on them. Overly smoky and fake tasting. But the service was great, the martini was wonderful, and you must get the soup.
Nina
This was a very nice experience overall. Really good food, very nice server and a fun and lively vibe. Definitely recommend it.
Terry
The specials included three softshell crab dishes. The Table had 2 and they were great. Another special was the North Carolina Flounder. Another winner dish. Ordering a Special or from the menu, expect an excellent meal.
Excellent food! Great atmosphere. Really kind service. They went above and beyond to give me a meal I enjoyed by offering to mix two menu items. So lovely!
Ordered the special which was a filet and 1/2 lobster that came with risotto and vegetables. The lobster that was served was inedible and the risotto was overcooked. The fillet was the only thing that could be eaten on the plate. The restaurant offered lobster ravioli as a replacement. There was so much mint flavor in the sauce that it was inedible as well. Management refused to take the meal off of our bill because the filet was eaten. I understand charging for the filet but not the whole meal. We had high expectations and were severely disappointed.
A wonderful dining experience on all counts; excellent food, extremely knowledgeable server and delicious wine.
Love that in addition to the amazing regular items that they have amazing creative fresh fish dishes. The servers have fun personalities and on top of their game.
Loved the grilled Romaine salad. I've only had it a few times in the past, but this was spectacular. Make sure to ask for some bread!
Had a new server, Mayla, she was attentive and knew the menu... Highly recommend this restaurant.
Has been a favorite for many years -- Great to take clients and business associates to get a great meal which will be remembered to be sure to return to in the very soon -- Hector keep up the great standard you have set fir yourself --
Dined on a busy Saturday night. Michele was helpful with selections and wonderfully enthusiastic. Specials were just that..special. Fish and scallops prepared perfectly and plated with a very nice combination of risotto and seasonal vegetables. The variety of tastes around the plate were constantly changing and all very nice. Portions were larger than we were expecting. A wonderful night. Looking forward to next visit.
The food was delicious, the service excellent; thank you so very much for our delightful meal
The food and service are always amazing! It's one of our favorite restaurants in Asheville!
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I have been going to Modesto for many many years. This last visit with friends the menu selections seemed to have changed. My monkfish and scallops were grilled with little relationship to the rest of the dish which was very good. The Caprese salad with the addition of the prosciutto ham was very good. The server suggestion of the Barolo was right on.
My wife and I really enjoyed our dinner at Modesto. It was our first time dining at this downtown Asheville restaurant and we are already planning to return with friends. Dining in privacy, though, is not possible inside the restaurant. The seating arrangements are anything but romantic or exclusive (tables are set very close to each other - to the point that it was nearly impossible to hold a private conversation). There are outdoor tables available which may be seasonally used for a more quiet or private dining experience. It was chilly on the night we visited, so we chose to dine indoors. The specials menu alone is incredible. Combined with the regular menu offers, it's easy to succumb to sensory overload (in a really great way!). We both agreed that the lamb rib chops we ordered (from the special list) were among the best-prepared that we've enjoyed in years. The lump crab ravioli with seared scallops was also amazing. We look forward to returning to try one of the delectable pizza recipes, salads, and many more seafood-based entrees. AND - we were informed by our waitress that Modesto is about to open two new restaurants in Asheville named 1) Chorizo and 2) Salsa. If the same chef(s) who were responsible for our delicious dinner have anything to do with the menu at the upcoming restaurants, it's going to be pleasantly difficult decision deciding which of their restaurants to dine at!
The shiitake onion soup was the best soup I think I've ever tasted. However, the mushroom pasta was not very interesting. A few of the mushrooms and possibly leaks? Or onions that had been grilled tasted as if they had liquid smoke on them. Overly smoky and fake tasting. But the service was great, the martini was wonderful, and you must get the soup.
This was a very nice experience overall. Really good food, very nice server and a fun and lively vibe. Definitely recommend it.
The specials included three softshell crab dishes. The Table had 2 and they were great. Another special was the North Carolina Flounder. Another winner dish. Ordering a Special or from the menu, expect an excellent meal.
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