50 Best American Restaurants near Candler

“Stopped here driving through, off the beaten path. We are from Michigan. Food was amazing, hospitality was on point! Best burgers in town and one of the best salads with homemade ranch I’ve ever tasted! Highly recommend!!“

“Our office Christmas Party was made complete by lunch from Griff’s Kitchen & Bar! As always, the food was excellent and the service was great! Whether it’s for a special occasion, or you just want a great meal… or maybe you’re too tired to cook and want to grab takeout… Griff’s Kitchen & Bar is a great choice!“

“The only negative my companion and I experienced on our visit was that they were out of SEVERAL items on the menu, and we were there for an "early" lunch. That means customers following us were going to have even fewer choices for their meals!“

“Ribeye was outstanding, 2 vegs and bread. Good menu items and fast service“

“We visited the area the week of Aug. 2-6. Our first visit. Take out only. Not a problem. They have a system to get you in and out quickly, with hot food, done as ordered. I eat my hotdogs pretty plain, husband eats his ATW. We loved our food. We ate outside on one of several small booths. This is a locally owned business. We strive to find these when we travel. Glad we found this one.“

“Not as good lately $4.25 for a just warm coffee....“

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

“On Saturday, February 14th, I went downtown for a solo dinner at Huli Sue’s and quickly realized I had completely forgotten Billy Strings was in town for the weekend. Between Valentine’s Day and a sold-out show within walking distance, downtown was absolute chaos. Walking into Huli Sue’s, though, felt like stepping into a well-oiled machine. The hostess (I truly wish I had gotten her name) greeted everyone calmly and kept the flow of guests organized and welcoming. They were operating on a reservation system for the evening honestly genius given the circumstances. Even as a party of one, the wait was about an hour and a half, which I completely understood. Knowing I was craving their food, she suggested takeout. She even let me sit at the table where they roll silverware so I could look over the menu and wait for my roommate to text their order and never once made me feel rushed. While I waited, I watched her run the entrance like an absolute goddess. She was pleasant, efficient, and incredibly organized. Every table being notified was already set, down to water poured and ready. When guests arrived, she greeted them with genuine enthusiasm and walked them to their tables like they were honored guests. Downtown was a madhouse. People kept walking in without reservations, and she calmly explained the wait. When guests were understandably discouraged, she let them know they were accepting reservations for the 15th and I honestly didn’t hear a single person turn her down. She made everyone feel welcome. Despite the cold and the madness outside, the restaurant remained calm and peaceful inside. Even at full capacity, the volume stayed comfortable. The kitchen ran like an orchestra no yelling, no chaos, no stressed staff just teamwork and smiles. I wanted to take a moment to praise Huli Sue’s, their staff, and their phenomenal hostess. They handled what could have been an overwhelming night with grace and efficiency. They already had my business —but after that experience, I’ll make it a point to go even more often.“

“What a great place to celebrate our birthdays. Two from KY and two from Augusta GA to enjoy celebrating all four of us having birthdays. Stuart who waited on us was EXCELLENT. We asked him about the damage to Asheville and we could hear it in his voice how hurt he was because others suffered so much. He was very gracious that we chose Asheville to celebrate our birthdays. I had the best shrimp and grits ever and I'm 73. Every meal the fried oysters, salads, Reuben Sandwich there is no negative experience. I hesitated to order the banana pudding but was intrigued by the description. So glad I did, it was so different than what I've ever had but the BEST I've ever had. Thank you to everyone working that day on 1/22 that wished us Happy Birthdays and made this such a wonderful memory for all 4 of us. Very welcoming, great personalities but above all GREAT FOOD.“

“We had dinner here last night after a movie. I honestly don't think I've ever had better service in my 70 years! We had at least 4 people working with us from the main server, main cocktail person and several others. Each was inquisitive about us and acted as if we were their only table. The food was awesome. Best cornbread ever! I had ribs which were delicious and I supstituted the sides with no problem. My husband had crabcakes which were authentic Maryland style with no fillers and lots of crab. The drinks, an Old Fashioned and Manhattan, were some of the best I've had and I consider myself an Old Fashioned connoisseur! The prices are high but no higher than other restaurants. We are locals and HIGHLY RECOMMEND!“

“My friend and I decide to go to Little D's due to an extremely long wait at another establishment. I'm so glad this is where we ended up! EVERYTHING is top notch- decor, service, cocktails & food! We sat at the bar for immediate seating. There is not one dish we tried that needed anything! Perfectly seasoned and plated with innovative flavors, textures & artistry. Thank you for the amazing experience.“

“We were highly impressed with our first visit to Tall John’s! We had the Bravette Steak and Duck, both cooked to perfection! The cocktails were equally unique and tasty! Cool Vibes & yummy food! Oh, and we both have a gluten issue and were accommodated easily! We will be back ❤️“

“15 of us went there for a farewell luncheon for a coworker. The atmosphere, the service, and the food were exceptional.
We played miniature golf afterwards, and had a blast!
If you want to feel like a kid again and have a delicious meal, I highly recommend Salt Face Mule Brewing Co.“

“Every single time I go down there, I always have a wonderful experience.The food is so delicious and always fresh.And the ladies down there are super nice. i would highly recommend the gravy biscuits.Trust me , it'll hit the soul in every kind of right way. lol“

“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 visiting my in laws who are not fancy people. My husband however has been testing out a gluten free diet so we tried this spot out for his birthday. We took our 2 month old in a stroller- they were super accommodating. My in laws loved their dishes and had not one complaint. Which speaks volumes!! The Mexican coke was so good compared to usual sugar sodas!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Just had the burger and slaw ❤️❤️❤️ great good and wonderful owners. Highly recommend. All the dogs say hi as well“

“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.“

“Some folks say this soda fountain is too expensive. Let me tell you a story. Growing up in New York City in the 1950's, I would go to the local soda fountain and buy a chocolate egg cream soda for 5 cents. (A chocolate egg cream soda is a New York City beverage). Today, I bought a chocolate egg cream soda and the price was $4.50!!!

The soda was just as I remembered it; and even at $4.50 the soda did not contain any eggs or any cream.

Overall, it was a nice trip down memory lane.“

“The Sierra Nevada brewery is awesome! First off the facility is absolutely fantastic. It’s large but the building and the entire campus are immaculately clean & well kept. It still looks brand new. The tour itself was excellent providing great historical content & insight into their state of the art current operations. Following up the tour with a visit to the Taproom restaurant is a must. The food is phenomenal & the service is top notch. Finally, it was so enjoyable to finish the day with a beer on the patio. I give the Sierra Nevada brewery tour & Taproom my highest recommendation. Can’t wait to take other friends for a visit.“

“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.“

“So AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS 🌻Pimento cheese hush puppies, tomato peach salad, grilled lamb chops! Just WOW WOW WOW. So good we went back two nights in a row!“

“Friendly atmosphere, good food.“

“Went in with high expectations - my pancakes were not warm and a bit too sweet Coffee was ok - egg meal was large and my kids liked it I thought it was pricey compared to other meals I had in Asheville“

“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.“

“I was so saddened to learn they are closing down. White Rabbit, you graced Asheville with the most focused house and techno music. I do hope a new home is found for our beautiful dance community. 🖤“

“As someone from Chicago, I don’t usually get excited about hot dogs. My friend insisted, “Josh, you have to try Farm Dogs,” and I’m so glad I listened.

I ordered the chili dog with mustard and onions on the potato bun, and it was incredible. The wasabi mustard is absolutely phenomenal and adds such a unique flavor without overpowering the dog. The potato bun is soft and delicious, and the hot dog itself has this satisfying snap when you bite into it that makes it feel truly artisanal.

The real standout, though, is Jade. She is incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about what she does. You can tell she puts creativity and care into every hot dog she makes, and that passion comes through in the food. It’s rare to meet someone who clearly loves their craft as much as she does.

Farm Dogs completely changed my expectations of what a hot dog can be. I’ll definitely be back, and I’ll be bringing friends with me.“

“We were looking at adding a den onto our cabin and met with three different contractors. We felt comfortable with Josh and we made the right choice. We are part timers here in waynesville so we really needed someone we could trust. He kept us informed throughout the construction and made great suggestions. Can’t say enough how thankful we are that we chose A and B. Thanks for a job well done“

“Had lunch with you yesterday. very impressed great service delicious food. Glad I found you will return. 👏👏“

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

“We were on our way through Asheville and found this little gem after our first choice was closed. Do glad we did. \n\nThey were quite full/busy but they fit us in and were very kind and gracious about it. \n\nThe entire experience was special. About four different staff members checked on us throughout our evening. \n\nTheir knowledge of the menu was incredible, and especially their very extensive wine list. \n\nWe started with their “Darling” bread and butter. Absolutely amazing. I would have been happy with just that. \n\nTheir offerings of different locally grown greens was amazing. \n\nWe had the lamb kebabs and rabbit pasta for our main. Our outstanding sever recommended two incredible wines to pair. \n\nAn incredible experience from start to finish.“

“We sat at the bar and the bartender Wes was top notch. Very personable, remembered our names when we came back in because we left a bag. Great experience and I highly recommend.“

“Love love love! Ate here for a cute birthday outing with my boyfriend and parents and I loved it. The sangria was refreshing and the complementary bar nuts were super tasty! The waitress was friendly and prompt. We also ate dinner and it was very good. We shared the charcuterie and I got the turkey club and thoroughly enjoyed both. When the waitress found out it was my birthday, she asked what dessert I would like, on the house. I had the BEST chocolate chip cookies with ice cream. We sat outside and had a beautiful view of the mountains and some wild turkeys.“

“The burgers and our service were amazing“

“Five Points is on point! Bathrooms were nice and clean, staff was polite and attentive, & the food was really tasty, with generous portions! I highly recommend if you’re in the Montfort area of Asheville that you bring your appetite and enjoy a meal here. Will definitely be back for more! 🍽️ 😋“

“Today for lunch they had a salmon over pasta noodles special which was one of the best Salmon dishes I have ever had…If anyone from management reads this, please put this dish on the regular menu. Fantastic!!“

“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.“

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

“I have to say that this was THE BEST dinning experience of my life! I traveled and visited many places but the service that we received at this place was beyond exceptional!!! All the team are so well trained they made us feel like we are royalty. The food was very delicious amd beautifully executed! Every detail from the greeting until the end of the service was amazing and exceptional! I can't thank enough the entire staff who truly goes above and beyond to make guest feel so incredible!
Thank you!!!!!“

“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.“

“Joe was fantastic and so was the cider. Definitely will be back!“

“Great breakfast, friendly staff and fun atmosphere! Biscuits were amazing and the sausage gravy to die for!“

“We had lunch there today and we both had the fish and chips and it was excellent! The cod was fresh and cooked to perfection and not overly-salted like what you get in most places. The tallow fries were a perfect accompaniment and our server even brought some malt vinegar with our meal. We had a lovely table outside and our little red-haired server was just as sweet as she could be. It was a great dining experience and we will definitely be back for more!“

“Had lunch with you yesterday. very impressed great service delicious food. Glad I found you will return. 👏👏“

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

“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!“

“This place was amazing!! From the superb waitress (Nancy) to the outstanding food. We are local and found out about this place from a friend. We will be back for sure! Great food and great prices!“