Universal Joint Asheville

784 Haywood Rd, Asheville
(828) 505-7262

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John Ayers

Tacos are solid and the gyro is pretty damn good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Natahlie Wang

Used to be solid but has dropped in quality while increasing in price.

Stopped by for a quick dinner with the family- my husbands fries were cold along with my daughters meal. The corndogs somehow had no real flavor and seemed premade. Upcharge of $1 for a “fruit cup” on the kids menu- literally canned fruit cocktail.

For two burgers and a kids meal we were out $50. This used to be a solid casual dinner option, but it feels more like mediocre dive bar at this point. Really disappointed in the kids menu.

Staff is lovely and no complaints on service, but unfortunately that can’t make up for the food.

Kid-friendliness: Pretty sad kids menu- upcharge for premade fruit cocktail “fruit cup”

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 5

J K

We visited Universal Joint for dinner last night, and while they were admittedly busy and seemed understaffed, our experience was far from ideal. We ordered three beers, a burger, and two orders of chicken tenders. Despite arriving before other tables, we noticed their food was being served while ours was delayed. Our beers came quickly, but after an hour, when we finished them, our server returned and asked if we wanted anything else. It turned out our order had never been placed. I could have overlooked the mistake, but the lack of any service recovery—no apology or acknowledgment—was disappointing. After waiting nearly two hours for a simple meal, I’m not sure I’ll be returning anytime soon.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 1

Dennis Monn

Got told to take a seat anywhere in courtyard. We Sat. And sat. And sat some more. And sat just a few more minutes cause I hate awkwardness and then weirdly and ever so awkwardly walked away and then crossed the street and ate there.

Service: 1

Chris Lyda

It's a pretty good ace for lunch. The burgers are always on point here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Fries

Gretchen Decker

Food was good, but small portions for the price.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Wings

Justin Prince

Chicken tenders...nothing special not bad either.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Nicole

Great burgers! On patio in W Ash, relaxed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Merrell

Loved it

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Thomas Johnson

Decided to give the place another try with their Bison burger yesterday. What a weak little thing! The bun made up 3/4 of it. Showed the server and asked if this was about right, he said it was. I can't justify spending my money here anymore sadly when there are so many good places nearby.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 4

Jason Merritt

Food was good. Service was good. Parking was expensive as there is no onsite parking.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hickory Nut Gap Pork Tacos, Universal Tots, Fries

Heidi Lambert-Payton

Nice outdoor seating area. Very dog friendly, even have a menu for them! The indoor area looked pretty eccentric just from a trip to the bathroom. All service was great. The food was also good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

William McIver

Good food and great atmosphere. The buffalo chicken quesadilla was incredible.
They played Tame Impala the whole time I was there which was amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Autumn rae

Such a fun local spot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Universal Fries, Salads, Burger w Cheese, Chicken Sandwich

Joey Phillips

Delicious! Great service! Awesome ? food & selection always great, open later than most restaurants. Try the UJ Fries ? and Blackened Fish Tacos ???

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Universal Fries

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