21 Best Southern Restaurants near Candler

Sweet Southern Funk Food Truck American • $
70 Pisgah Hwy, Candler

Customers` Favorites

Hookers Gap Funk Burger Funk Style with Seasoned Pork Rinds
Old Candler Town Fried Bologna Sandwich
Fender Hill Funky Chicken Sandwich
Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders
Burger & Cucumber Salad
Momma's House Salad
Sloppy Joe Nachos
Oct Fried Bologna
BBQ Sloppy Joe
Fried Shrimp

“Food was fresh and delicious, customer service a step above! We were picking up food to share with family based on others reviews. They deserve 5 out of 5!“

4.8 Superb70 Reviews
Doc Brown's BBQ Barbecue • $
1320 Smokey Park Hwy, Candler

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Beef House-Made Sausage Mac N Cheese Casserole and Collards
Mac and Cheese Applesauce Sweet Potato Casserole
Pulled Pork Sandwich with Mac and Cheese
Perfectly Smoked Ribs
Calico Baked Beans
Mac N Cheese Cake
Peanut Butter Pie
Brisket Sandwich
Pulled Pork Plate
Smoke Beef Ribs

“Wow! This place has outstandingly delicious food. I tried it for the first today. The mac&cheese pie was very chessey with just a bit of golden brown crust, sinfully good. The collard greens were great,with just hint of tangy warmth. The pulled pork is by far some of the best I have ever tasted anywhere not just Asheville area. Good service. Friendly people.“

4.2 Good129 Reviews
Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack Southern • $
1455 Patton Ave, Asheville - 5.53 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mac Poppers Served with Zippy Ranch
Fried Chicken Platter 2-Thighs
Rocky's Way Chicken Sandwich
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Rocky's Hot Chicken Dip
Nashville Hot Chicken
Fried Green Tomatoes
Macaroni and Cheese
Large Fried Pickles
Rotisserie Chicken

“I highly recommend any business that steps up for their community in times of need. thank you for getting those 596 people fed yesterday!! kudos!“

4.6 Superb378 Reviews
Biscuit Head Southern • $
733 Haywood Rd, Asheville - 6.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mimosa Fried Chicken Biscuit
Fried Green Tomato Biscuit
Pulled Pork Biscuit
Country Ham Biscuit
Biscuit French Toast
Gluten Free Biscuit
Fried Chicken Gravy
Asheville Benedict
Jam and Butter Bar
The Filthy Animal

“I heard about Biscuit Head about a month ago, through a Facebook ad. We were in Asheville to visit Biltmore after Christmas,and visited Biscuit Head on Biltmore Ave twice in two days! The whole staff was so friendly, and the vibe in the restaurant is so fun!! Everything we had both days was fantastic! I ordered the Mimosa fried chicken biscuit both days, and the biscuit donuts, as well! I had to keep apologizing to my family because I was making too many “yum” noises. My husband said the sausage gravy was the best he’s had in ever, and your coffee was great!! When we left yesterday, we genuinely intended to come back for Brunch #3, but the moods were not in our favor today. We look forward to coming back next time we are in Asheville!!“

4.4 Superb305 Reviews
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar Southern • $$
12 College St, Asheville - 8.75 miles

Customers` Favorites

Salt & Pepper Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Mountain Blueberry Buttermilk Waffle
Famous Biscuits and Blackberry Jam
Fried Green Tomatoes and Grits
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes
'Old Skool' Breakfast Bowl
Tupelo Shrimp & Grits GF
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Fried Chicken & Biscuit
Fried Brussels Sprouts

“My girlfriend and I were in town to celebrate our one year. We decided to try out Tupelo Honey. The food was absolutely fantastic and the service was amazing. It has a great atmosphere with an outdoor seating option with a view of downtown. If you’re ever in Asheville I HIGHLY recommend you giving Tupelo Honey a chance!“

4.3 Superb517 Reviews
Early Girl Eatery Southern • $
444 Haywood Rd #101, Asheville - 6.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

Porky Breakfast Bowl and Southwestern Omelet
Local Sausage & Sweet Potato Scramble
Chicken Biscuits and Gravy
Charleston Chicken Biscuit
Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
Goat Cheese & Herb Omelet
Tempura Fish and Chips GF
Southern Tomato Gravy GF
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Porky Breakfast Bowl GF

“Rachael, our server at Early Girl, was one of the best I can remember! Attentive, thoughtful, and funny without being overly so. Truly a delight! (The prices at EG are surprisingly high for what it is - this lowered my overall rating of the experience.)“

4.3 Superb247 Reviews
Root Down Food Truck - Creole Southern Soul Food Southern • $
21 Craven St, Asheville - 7.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Brussels Sprouts
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Pimento Che Sandwich
Creole Potato Salad

“Definitely one of the best, if not the best, in Asheville!“

4.8 Superb10 Reviews
Chestnut American • $$
48 Biltmore Ave, Asheville - 8.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

Springer Mountain Statler Chicken Breast
Maple Sundae Topped with Cotton Candy
Crow's Famous Chicken N' Waffles
Fried Calamari on Kale Salad
Pickled Fried Green Tomatoes
Scratch-Made Lobster Bisque
Chestnut Charcuterie Plate
Juniper Seared Duck Breast
Crow's Own Shrimp N' Grits
House Smoked Duck Marsala

“Outstanding service along with a seasonal menu is a win! You have to get the filet, eggplant manicotti and peach burrata salad, so good. Can’t wait to get back and try more items!“

4.7 Superb283 Reviews
The Blackbird Restaurant Southern • $$$
47 Biltmore Ave, Asheville - 8.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Local Trout & Scallop Risotto GF
Southern Custard Coconut Cake
Goat Cheese Corn Pie
Vegan Chocolate Cake
Goat Cheese Omelet
Mushroom Risotto
Smoked Pork Chop
Blackbird Burger
Seafood Risotto
Brussels Sprouts

“The food was so good and the service was awesome. Everyone was so nice! We will definitely be back again!“

4 Good451 Reviews
Luella’s Bar-B-Que Barbecue • $
501 Merrimon Ave, Asheville - 9.5 miles

Customers` Favorites

Big Boy's Blue Ribbon BBQ Sampler
Better Than Dad's Deviled Eggs
Kids Mac 'N Hoop Cheese NC
Scratch Made Banana Pudding
Burnt Ends Mac 'N Cheese
Kids Pulled Chicken GS
Luella's Smoked Wings
Chopped Pork Sandwich
Pineapple Casserole
Comfort Fries NC

“Best pulled pork I have ever eaten. I wished they had a place in South Carolina. I had collards and Okra with the pulled pork. My wife and I both thought it was excellent!“

4.6 Superb470 Reviews
Sand Hill Kitchen Southern • $
491 Sardis Rd, Asheville - 3.22 miles

Customers` Favorites

Award Winning Fried Chicken Sandwich
Shk Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich
Buffalo Fried Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich with Pickles
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Fried Chicken Biscuit
The Love Cheeseburger
Biscuits and Gravy
The Winner Burger

“One of my favorite places in Asheville, and that's really saying something. The entire menu is great and I love all of the staff. They know me by name and are always so friendly! Sarah often draws little cartoons on the to-go boxes which really adds to the charm. I'd have never expected to find such a great restaurant in a gas station but I've never been disappointed.“

4.7 Superb136 Reviews
Luella's Bar-B-Que - South Barbecue • $
33 Town Square Blvd Suite 110, Asheville - 8.45 miles

Customers` Favorites

Big Boy's Blue Ribbon BBQ Sampler
Better Than Dad's Deviled Eggs
Kids Mac 'N Hoop Cheese NC
Luella's Brunswick Stew
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Chopped Pork Sandwich
Luella's Smoked Wings
Macaroni and Cheese
Sweet Potato Chips
Chopped Brisket

“Love the Luella’s bbq! Just wish they had the NFL games on the television! Bbq and football 🏈!!“

4.5 Superb285 Reviews
Moe's Original BBQ Woodfin Barbecue • $
72 Weaverville Rd, Woodfin - 9.63 miles

Customers` Favorites

Macaroni and Cheese Collard Greens Cornbread
Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwich
Pulled Pork Platter with
Fried Shrimp Moe Boy
Smoked Chicken Wings
Fried Catfish Platter
Moe's Original BBQ
Squash Casserole
Chicken Sandwich
Banana Pudding

“Great BBQ! I highly recommend eating here!“

4.6 Superb113 Reviews
Sunny Point Cafe American • $
626 Haywood Rd, Asheville - 6.54 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Waffle Sandwich with Home Fries
Build Your Own Sunny Point Benny
Breakfast Burrito w Chorizo
Huevos Fucheros Meatless
Plain Jane French Toast
The Breakfast Sandwich
Huevos Rancheros Plate
The Southern Omelette
House Bloody Mary Mix
Carrot Cake Pancake

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

4.4 Superb277 Reviews
Early Girl Eatery Vegetarian • $
8 Wall St, Asheville - 8.74 miles

Customers` Favorites

Biscuit French Toast with Extra Crispy Bacon
Local Sausage & Sweet Potato Scramble
Tofu Scramble Breakfast V
Charleston Chicken Biscui
Porky Breakfast Bowl GF
Fried Chicken Plate GF
Veggie Breakfast Bowl
Southwestern Omelet
Southern Breakfast
Two Egg Breakfast

“The veggie breakfast bowl was so delicious and amazing I think it was my favorite breakfast ever in my 19 years of life. Thank you very much it was delicious and very good service. I am visiting from Vermont.“

4.3 Superb454 Reviews
Moose Cafe American • $
570 Brevard Rd, Asheville - 5.39 miles

Customers` Favorites

Moose Sampler Platter Meatloaf Chicken N Dumplings
Fried White Fish Served with Two Sides
Biscuits with Apple Butter
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Chicken & Dumplings
Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken Fried Steak
Country Fried Steak
Biscuits and Gravy
Homemade Meatloaf

“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!“

4.3 Superb447 Reviews
Biltmore Courtyard Market Hot Dogs • $
Pony Rd, Asheville - 7.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

Carolina Style Hot Dog
Chicken Salad Pita
Caprese Wrap

“Chicken salad pita tasty. Garden salad sufficient. Line service queue quick. Plus $3.25 water bottle. Diet coke fountain. Portions could have been more for the price, had to satiate hunger elsewhere afterwards. Maybe that’s their grand plan.“

4.5 Superb4 Reviews
Buxton Chicken Palace Chicken • $
56 Patton Ave, Asheville - 8.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Sandwich and Waffle Fries
Nuggets and Waffle Fries Combo
Spicy Chicken Sandwich Combo
The Side of Pimento Cheese
Original Chicken Sandwich
Classic Chicken Sandwich
The Chicken Tenders
Chicken Strips
Honey Mustard
Palace Sauce

“The classic chicken sandwich is super delicious. Great light crispy breading, the pickles add a nice salty touch and the bun is a little sweet. And, Cheerwine bourbon slush! Need I say more?“

4 Good75 Reviews
Little Pigs BBQ Barbecue • $
384 McDowell St, Asheville - 8.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Broasted Chicken Beans Fries & Lemon Pie
Dozen Hush Puppies
Pulled Pork Plate
And Potato Salad
Bulk Hushpuppies
Chicken Wings
Barbeque Plate
Chopped Pork
Big Pig Plate
BBQ Sandwich

“I have been to this RESTAURANT for the past 10 hrs and have NO COMPLAINTS...& others love it too! And wish it was in HENDERSONVILLE!!!“

3.8 Good108 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
5 Crowell Rd, Asheville - 3.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Scrambled Eggs with Cheese Hashbrown Casserole Bacon Biscuits and Gravy
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Two Buttermilk Pancakes
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Chicken Tenders Platter
Biscuits and Cornbread
Southern Fried Chicken
Old Timer's Breakfast
Chicken Fried Chicken
Loaded Baked Potato

“lot's of cool stuff to like at and some amazing food ...“

3.8 Good346 Reviews
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OYEAH Health Food •
8 Wall St, Asheville - 8.74 miles

“The cheese plate was a wonderful selection of cheese, fruit, nuts, and toast slices. The barbecue sandwich was dry and no extra sauce was provided. The meatloaf was great! The alcohol prices were reasonable. However, the decor was bland and boring.“

3.5 Good137 Reviews