Bought coffee beans to grind/brew at home. Spent $60 bucks on three 12oz. bag, yikes, too expensive. While the coffee has been good, there are plenty of other local roasters in town to purchase beans that are far more affordable and better tasting. (Asheville Coffee Roasters and Dynamite are a better route for brewing at home).
Kathleen LaRose
Sometimes you just find the perfect place with the perfect vegan lunch followed by an extraordinary salted Carmel latte thank you @thewaterbirdasheville
Jennifer Pogge
Amazing food and some of the best cocktails I've ever had. Cannot recommend enough!
Rex Garland
The atmosphere was relaxing and staff were so friendly.. a great place to grab a bite and work afterward.
Lindsay W.
A hidden gem, really. I've been twice now and can't get enough.My husband and I were camping nearby and were looking for coffee. We stumbled upon this place and were so glad we did!Artisan coffee drinks and cocktails. I came recently before an interview and didn't want to get too hyped up/anxious beforehand so went for tea. I absolutely love Earl Grey and London Fogs. I don't see them very often, so when I do I get very excited. Y'all....this was the best London Fog I've ever had. I substituted half and half for oat milk. The orange flavor comes through so well! Truly delicious. My husband had a mocha and he loved it because it's a true dark chocolate mocha. We shared the coconut curry bowl with tempeh, which was excellent. 3 other people behind me ordered the same thing, so it must be popular. I would've preferred a little bigger portion for the price, but still great.The space is to die for. Right up my alley. Gorgeous colors and patterns. I hope to come back soon for cocktails! If this kind of love and care went into our coffee drinks and food, you know the cocktails must be delicious.
Daniel Leyva
We have experienced Waterbird a few times now, both for breakfast and evening drinks. First, the service has been great every time. The drinks are fantastic. The Rosebud was very refreshing. My coffee was the perfect compliment to the biscuits and gravy. Ended breakfast with the griddled banana bread with the toasted walnut butter. Really lovely space, very light and airy, with hanging plants and a really great vibe. Some of the best biscuits and gravy we’ve had, made with local ingredients.
Joshua V
This place was delightful. The service was incredible. The owner and the individual working there went out of there way to make us feel at home ad provide exceptional and friendly service. On top of that, the coffee was great as well as the decor/atmosphere. Thank you for a great experience!
Earle Wilson
Great coffee/tea drinks. The food was a great bite to have and the host/busser/waiter/barista/cook was all one guy and he did an amazing job. Very pleased and will go back.
Anna Selph
Omg. We drove into town for the day and THIS PLACE IS AMAZING. The food is top notch and coffee all day. Get the ginger cardamom latte - I ordered 2 for myself because they are incredible.
Courtney Smith
Whoa I love this place! Appreciate I was able to get an excellent honey latte with all the closings happening due to the outbreak ?. Both guys behind the bar were really friendly and helpful. I did the build your own breakfast sammie and it was delish ? I originally asked for egg whites only and when they asked the chef they said it couldn’t be done, but when I got home to my pleasant surprise they did it ?. I also got the grilled banana bread with walnut butter and omg ?? it is the most divine sweetness I’ve had in a long time ?. This space is GORGEOUS ? I love the plants all around, it makes the energy feel very different inside compared to the panic and stress going on outside. Very large space with a long bar and lots of tables, as well as couch/chair options. I didn’t see a lot of outlets for if I wanted to bring my laptop and do some work from here, but I could definitely see this being a spot I come to meet friends for coffee/tea/cocktails ☕️ ?.
This place is really pretty, and the atmosphere is chill. The staff was very kind, and helpful. Their Salted Caramel latte is delicious! Plus they have great free WiFi! ??
Raymundo Gonzalez
Really tasty carpaccio. Incredible atmosphere and kind service. Plenty of seating. Fast WiFi. Overall great time.
Caroline M.
Cute and quiet atmosphere. Very unassuming place. The place is known for "coffee and cocktails," (by the way- they have a really great selection of these two things) but what sold me was the food. Shared the whipped feta dip with a friend as an appetizer. The bread it comes with is absolutely delicious. Then ordered the coconut rice bowl for dinner and added the chili lime shrimp. Great flavor! Overall wonderful experience in an uncrowded, quaint location.
Kelli R.
This place is SO good! I couldn't wait before I ate the other half of my MBLT, which was delicious and so was the tomato soup! The old fashion was perfect too! I hate to let the word out but this place is AMAZING!! Must try!
Suzanne Schneiderman
Small but very interesting menu, good choices for vegans as well, excellent service, beautiful presentations
Bought coffee beans to grind/brew at home. Spent $60 bucks on three 12oz. bag, yikes, too expensive. While the coffee has been good, there are plenty of other local roasters in town to purchase beans that are far more affordable and better tasting. (Asheville Coffee Roasters and Dynamite are a better route for brewing at home).
Sometimes you just find the perfect place with the perfect vegan lunch followed by an extraordinary salted Carmel latte thank you @thewaterbirdasheville
Amazing food and some of the best cocktails I've ever had. Cannot recommend enough!
The atmosphere was relaxing and staff were so friendly.. a great place to grab a bite and work afterward.
A hidden gem, really. I've been twice now and can't get enough.My husband and I were camping nearby and were looking for coffee. We stumbled upon this place and were so glad we did!Artisan coffee drinks and cocktails. I came recently before an interview and didn't want to get too hyped up/anxious beforehand so went for tea. I absolutely love Earl Grey and London Fogs. I don't see them very often, so when I do I get very excited. Y'all....this was the best London Fog I've ever had. I substituted half and half for oat milk. The orange flavor comes through so well! Truly delicious. My husband had a mocha and he loved it because it's a true dark chocolate mocha. We shared the coconut curry bowl with tempeh, which was excellent. 3 other people behind me ordered the same thing, so it must be popular. I would've preferred a little bigger portion for the price, but still great.The space is to die for. Right up my alley. Gorgeous colors and patterns. I hope to come back soon for cocktails! If this kind of love and care went into our coffee drinks and food, you know the cocktails must be delicious.
We have experienced Waterbird a few times now, both for breakfast and evening drinks. First, the service has been great every time. The drinks are fantastic. The Rosebud was very refreshing. My coffee was the perfect compliment to the biscuits and gravy. Ended breakfast with the griddled banana bread with the toasted walnut butter. Really lovely space, very light and airy, with hanging plants and a really great vibe. Some of the best biscuits and gravy we’ve had, made with local ingredients.
This place was delightful. The service was incredible. The owner and the individual working there went out of there way to make us feel at home ad provide exceptional and friendly service. On top of that, the coffee was great as well as the decor/atmosphere. Thank you for a great experience!
Great coffee/tea drinks. The food was a great bite to have and the host/busser/waiter/barista/cook was all one guy and he did an amazing job. Very pleased and will go back.
Omg. We drove into town for the day and THIS PLACE IS AMAZING. The food is top notch and coffee all day. Get the ginger cardamom latte - I ordered 2 for myself because they are incredible.
Whoa I love this place! Appreciate I was able to get an excellent honey latte with all the closings happening due to the outbreak ?. Both guys behind the bar were really friendly and helpful. I did the build your own breakfast sammie and it was delish ? I originally asked for egg whites only and when they asked the chef they said it couldn’t be done, but when I got home to my pleasant surprise they did it ?. I also got the grilled banana bread with walnut butter and omg ?? it is the most divine sweetness I’ve had in a long time ?. This space is GORGEOUS ? I love the plants all around, it makes the energy feel very different inside compared to the panic and stress going on outside. Very large space with a long bar and lots of tables, as well as couch/chair options. I didn’t see a lot of outlets for if I wanted to bring my laptop and do some work from here, but I could definitely see this being a spot I come to meet friends for coffee/tea/cocktails ☕️ ?.
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This place is really pretty, and the atmosphere is chill. The staff was very kind, and helpful. Their Salted Caramel latte is delicious! Plus they have great free WiFi! ??
Really tasty carpaccio. Incredible atmosphere and kind service. Plenty of seating. Fast WiFi. Overall great time.
Cute and quiet atmosphere. Very unassuming place. The place is known for "coffee and cocktails," (by the way- they have a really great selection of these two things) but what sold me was the food. Shared the whipped feta dip with a friend as an appetizer. The bread it comes with is absolutely delicious. Then ordered the coconut rice bowl for dinner and added the chili lime shrimp. Great flavor! Overall wonderful experience in an uncrowded, quaint location.
This place is SO good! I couldn't wait before I ate the other half of my MBLT, which was delicious and so was the tomato soup! The old fashion was perfect too! I hate to let the word out but this place is AMAZING!! Must try!
Small but very interesting menu, good choices for vegans as well, excellent service, beautiful presentations