50 Best American Restaurants near Woodfin

“My husband and I love the Village Porch. Airy is amazing behind the bar, best dirty martini 🍸 in town. She makes us feel so warm and welcome. We go to watch football, but we stop in often. Our favorite local spot!“

“First visit today and it won’t be our last!! It was fantastic!!!“

“I have been to Little D's several times since they opened, and every time they exceed the previous meal. they are creative, perfectly presented, and amazingly delicious!“

“my friends and I visited Monday after the herb festival and had the best food of our whole trip at Chestnut! they had the Eggs Benedict and I chose the burger gluten free. all our meals were amazing and the care our waitress put into asking about my gluten issues was so appreciated! I do believe it was the best gluten free burger fries and cheese tots I have eaten ever! Thank you so much for taking the time and going the extra mile for those of us with Celiac. Crystal ( I hope that's right, my mind is old lol)was truly awesome and everyone needs to experience this place and her! 500 stars!!“

“There were four of us - two locals, two from NYC - and we all enjoyed the experience. Great service from Tenille, who took excellent care of us by being personable, knowledgeable, helping with various selections, and was gracious and funny to boot. The food - chopped salads for all, then chicken, pork chop, short ribs and trout - all excellently prepared. For dessert we shared a decadent lavender-chocolate artful creation that was delicious. Cocktails, wines, coffee all fantastic. A terrific outing.“

“This was hands down one of the best breakfast spots we tried during our weekend getaway to Asheville. My boyfriend and I both got a bacon egg and cheese on a biscuit which was out of this world!! Reminded us of authentic southern homemade cooking, something hard to come by with many chain or franchise restaurants. Highly recommend giving this hidden gem a try!“

“First time at Salt Face Mule tonight. This place is awesome, highly recommend anyone in the Asheville area to come check this place out. Such a fun atmosphere, great food, and a great time all around. Our bartender Kyle was an awesome guy who gave us great recommendations for things to see and do while we’re visiting here. We’re visiting family in the area and I’ll definitely be back to this place the next time we’re back in town. Awesome job tonight guys and we appreciate it! - Chase and Rose“

“This food is soooo good, hits the spot every time. They have indulgent soul foods to delicious healthy options, pick your adventure! And definitely pick a homemade sauce, the ranch changed my life.“

“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 .“

“The cocktail menu is phenomenal. Chris the bartender has his own creations and they are amazing. Ian the owner is so personable, he has really put some time and effort in his delectable menu choices. We love this place! Go check it out“

“Great food, service, & beer selection! The fried pepperoni & cheese curds were delicious. My wife liked the firecracker shrimp Alfredo, but said it had some spice. The Greek platter was amazing as well. I got the combination to try both the lamb & chicken. The chicken tasted like souvlaki & was good, but I favored the lamb. I typically would order an old fashioned, but they did not have large blocks of ice. Given what Helene’s impact on western NC, I was happy to see this restaurant thriving & folks in good spirit. This place is a gem for the community, and I highly recommend.“

“First time here. I'm starved after Helene 🌀
So far the atmosphere is yummy in itself. I know I'm going to be "Fat and Happy"
Just the aroma and visual of the food so far is 💯🫶
Highly recommended salad just arrived 😋“

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

“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.“

“Great service and excellent food !!! Ashley was our sever and she was awesome. The Bistro Burger and fries was off the hook and the General Tso wings were uniquely good . Definitely will be back !!!“

“My husband and I enjoyed the shrimp Po boys tonight at the Highland brewing and it was AMAZING!!! We are from New Orleans so it was super special to get a po boy in Asheville with REAL French bread. I loved Grush's twist on the Po boy with the pickled veggies and the delicious sauce. 10/10 recommend them. I can't wait to try more food items but I may just keep eating the Po boys because they were that good! Also, Panda was the SWEETEST and Grush is so talented. ❤️“

“Me and my wife are here at cornerstone restaurant today and the food was absolutely delicious again the spaghetti and the meatballs, the Snickers cheesecake and Claire our waitress. She was a diamond for sure. Great personality. Fast response brought our food out very quickly and everything was A+plus would like to give her a big shout out. Even if the food was bad ! We would come back because of her .“

“This place was AWESOME! The food was great, the service was phenomenal- and we had a party of probably 40/50 people! Would definitely return!“

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

“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.“

“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!“

“This was our second time having lunch at Cedric's — and once again, the service was excellent and the food was delicious. My wife had the Shepherd's Pie, and I went with a salad. Everything was spot on. We'll definitely be back!“

“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!“

“The Village Pub is an absolute gem in Asheville! Great atmosphere with plenty of pool tables, TVs for watching all the sports, and a solid menu of food and drinks that never disappoints. The place has that perfect mix of local charm and fun energy. Jessie makes the experience even better—always welcoming, attentive, and genuinely great at making everyone feel at home. Whether you’re stopping in for a game, a good meal, or just to hang out with friends, this is the spot. Highly recommend!“

“Man, this place is awesome. The service? Top-tier—super friendly and on point. And the food? So good! I was psyched that they could make their crab cakes gluten-free, and honestly, they were insane. Crispy, flavorful, just straight-up delicious. Now, the BBQ pork flatbread? Total game changer. Smoky, a little sweet, a little tangy, with the perfect crunch. Just the kind of thing you wanna keep going back for.“

“Have been eating at j&s for years, drove over today from Rockford, Tenn not disappointed, wish would come to Knoxville“

“A very fun place to go! We loved our visit there and Grandma and the Great Grandkids thought it was a Blast…. From the past for Grandma. Everything was clean, service was great and the wait was not too long. The Malts were delicious too.“

“We are staying for a few days and have been enjoying the property. Beautiful! Went to the lounge to enjoy a drink before dinner, Savannah greeted us right away and provided great recommendations for wine. She was super kind! (We bought a bottle & will return soon!)“

“We love our outings to Creekside - Georgia loves the chicken and fries and I had buffalo wings this time which I really enjoyed. I usually get the salad with smoked chicken and its my all time favorite. The staff are great and the atmosphere is cozy. So if you are looking for a great place to eat, with a good atmosphere and great eats - Creekside is my favorite place in East 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.“

“Just went for my birthday dinner to the Rye Knot. We had the Brussel Sprouts for an appetizer. Solid. I had the smoked rye old fashioned and my GF had house margarita...both were delicious.
We both had steaks...a tenderloin and ribeye....perfectly done and seasoned very well.
Stephanie was our very attentive waitress and we had a chance to meet Bob and his wife ( owners ). Bob is a retired Navy Commander and that gives him bonus points in my book since I am a Jarhead from way back ;)

Please visit these folks and tell them Larry sent you ;)

Semper Fi ;)“

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

“Jade created a delicious “Figgy Stardust” bratwurst that had arugula pesto, fig preserves, and candied walnuts on top. It was an unusual and wonderful combination! She was great in letting me know that it was her new creation and to let her know if I liked it or not. I loved it!!“

“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.“

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

“Wonderful experience at Tall John’s last night! We stopped in for appetizers and drinks. Everything was amazing! We had the special appetizer and mussels. Excellent wine menu, great atmosphere and overall amazing experience! We will definitely be back for brunch or dinner too! Side note- where can I find the bathroom wallpaper to purchase? Very interesting! 😊“

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

“Great food and staff are awesome too!“

“The entire experience from start to finish was stupendous !! The crab cake appetizer was the best I ever had. My entree was the pot roast and it was just like grandma used to make. The whole entire meal was outstanding and our server, Hayley, was genuinely terrific !!!!!“

“Great place with a great welcoming staff.“

“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.“

“My friends and I ate here during our visit to Asheville in August 2024 and I can’t stop thinking about it. It was so good! I cannot wait to have another opportunity to go back“

“One of the best burgers I’ve ever had . Milkshakes were so yummy . Staff was super friendly and helpful. Fast service ! Will be back .“

“We’ve passed by so many times and always see a bunch of cars. We finally stopped in last night and we are so glad we did. Drinks were great, our server was fantastic. I think her name was Gretta. She gave us food suggestions and was very attentive. Food was great. Hubby had the Sea Bass special and I had the pork belly and scallops. Both delicious. The baklava pie was out of this world. I think we will be stopping by again while we are visiting. Highly recommended. Lots of people waiting for a table and take out. We loved the vibe and decor.“

“We dined here for lunch back-to-back days. Servers both days were very knowledgeable and friendly. They also shared some of the history of the restaurant. The booths are placed in the original horse stalls. The iron work, subway tile and brick floor are all original too. The second story is the old hay loft. My wife had the trout BLT both days. So good. I did the chicken salad Day 1 and hamburger Day 2. Both were excellent.“

“The view was amazing but the food even more so! From the baratta appetizer to the main entree and dessert was simply scrumptious. We went for our anniversary dinner and were treated with such warmth and appreciation. 💕 This is a definite must if you go to the Biltmore!“

“What a great breakfast place to happen upon on an early morning walk . Staff very nice. Food delivered to table hot fresh and very good. Highly recommend“

“They exceeded my expectations! Held my daughters college graduation celebration dinner party of 20. Their meats were done to perfection. The staff were gracious we were all completely satisfied! I highly recommend.“

“Second time to Asheville and we made it a must to stop in on our short night stay since last visit was 20' w C19. Though we just left TLT and ate a ton we still ordered FGT and a pie despite being beyond full cause we wanted to try it again. 10/10 for food and staff, so glad we walked down.“