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Dining
American
Charlotte Street Grill and Pub, The 157 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801,
828-253-5348, A local landmark that is located in a historic 1920's building and features
elegant, fine Victorian dining in the restaurant upstairs and a downstairs English pub
that serves pub fare, beer, wine, and spirits. Choices on the menu include great steaks,
seafood, pastas, and sandwiches. They have seasonal lunch and dinner hours and
reservations are suggested.
Brew Pubs
Jack of the Wood 95 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, Downtown Asheville, 828-252-5445,
Specializing in handcrafted ales using a special English yeast to give their ales a
distinctive British flavor, this cozy Celtic style brewpub offers several types of ales
and a menu that ranges from appetizers and sandwiches to pub style inspired entrees. They
are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch on Saturdays and late lunch on Sundays.
Cafes
Laughing Seed Cafe, The 40 Wall Street, Asheville, NC 28801, Downtown Asheville,
828-252-3445, This cafe specializes in all vegetarian dishes and serves a wide variety of
appetizers, salads, sandwiches, specialty pizzas, and full vegetarian meals. Beverages
available include juices from the juice bar, beer, ales, and wines. They are open every
day except Tuesdays for lunch and dinner.
Cafe on the Square 1 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-251-5565, Voted the
"Best Downtown Eatery" year after year, this lovely cafe features large picture
windows that enable diners to watch the hustle and bustle of historic Pack Square while
enjoying fine American cuisine. Choices on the menu include fresh cut meats, seafood,
pastas, and vegetarian dishes. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday
through Saturday.
Earth Fare Cafe 66 Westgate Parkway, Asheville, NC 28806, 828-253-7656, Open daily for
lunch and dinner, this very unique cafe serves a buffet bar that is filled with
all-natural dishes such as salads, a hot bar, sandwiches, fresh baked breads, and
desserts. A juice bar is also on site that offers smoothies, juices, herbal teas, and
coffee drinks.
Coffee Shops
Beanstreets Coffee 3 Broadway Street, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-255-8180, A "great ol'
coffeehouse" for all ages, this West Coast style coffee shop is open daily for
breakfast, brunch, and lunch and serves excellent fresh brewed coffees, pastries, soups,
salads, muffins, and more in a relaxing atmosphere.
Contemporary
Grovewood Cafe 111 Grovewood Road #8, Asheville, NC 28804, 828-258-8956, Offering fine
dining at its best, this contemporary restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner and
serves fresh salads, specialty sandwiches, and entrees such as Grilled Duck Breast, Glazed
Atlantic Salmon, and Quiche du jour. A Sunday brunch is also served.
Continental
Greenery Restaurant & Lounge, The 48 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805, 828-253-2809,
Open nightly for dinner, this unique restaurant and lounge has a European flair and
features an incredible menu of fresh seafood, duck, lamb, steaks, and crab cakes. House
specialties include the Maryland crab cakes and the Confit au Canard and one of the finest
wine selections in Asheville is available to complement your meal. Reservations are
recommended.
Market Place Restaurant & Wine Bar, The 20 Wall Street, Asheville, NC 28801,
828-252-4162, Serving the Asheville area since 1979, this fine dining restaurant has an
impressive menu of continental and world cuisine complemented by an impressive wine list.
The restaurant features an urban look with a contemporary style and candlelit white linen
tables. An outdoor courtyard and dining patio is also on site. They are open nightly for
dinner.
Fondue
Melting Pot, The 26 Lodge Street, Asheville, NC 28803, 828-274-4474, Expect the unexpected
at this Fondue restaurant that serves such delights as cheese fondue appetizers and
chocolate fondue desserts. They also have an extensive wine list and are open only for
dinner every night. A choice of four flavorful fondue cooking styles and a variety of
tasty entrees such as duck, lobster, beef, chicken, salmon, and shrimp are available on
the menu.
Fusion
Cottonwood Cafe 122 College Street, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-281-0710, Enjoy the best in
global fusion cuisine in a casual yet elegant 1930's style fine dining restaurant at this
restaurant that offers an array of eclectic American and international dishes. They are
open daily for lunch and dinner.
Italian
La Caterina Trattoria 5 Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-254-1148, A very popular
local restaurant that serves fine Italian cuisine with a menu that changes daily with
fish, chicken, beef, and vegetarian dishes all excellent choices. They are open daily for
lunch and dinner and reservations are suggested.
Savoy Cucina Italiana 641 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804, 828-253-1077, This modern
Italian restaurant serves Italian delicacies and specializes in fresh seafood dishes, as
well as a diverse mix of dishes made from the only the finest ingredients. An
award-winning wine list complements your meal. Reservations are highly recommended during
the week and required on the weekends. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch
Monday through Friday.
Trevi Restaurant 2 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803, 828-281-1400, Voted the best
Italian restaurant in Western North Carolina for four years in a row, this restaurant is
named after the famous fountain in Rome and serves excellent Southern Italian cuisine with
a style of cooking from the Apulia region of Southern Italy.
Mediterranean
Golden Horn Restaurant 48 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-281-4676, An array of
fine Mediterranean and American cuisine is served at this lovely restaurant that uses an
extensive variety of spices, herbs, and oils from North Carolina's region. They are open
Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sunday for dinner only.
Reservations are suggested.
Mexican & Southwestern
La Paz Restaurante Y Cantina 10 Biltmore Plaza, Asheville, NC 28805, 828-277-8779, Voted
as being the "Best Mexican Restaurant" three years running, this Mexican
restaurant entices the diner with its eclectic atmosphere and flair for distinctive
Southwestern cuisine and memorable margaritas. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.
Steaks & Chops
Il Paradiso Steak and Chop House 39 Elm Street, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-281-4310, Open
nightly for dinner, this steakhouse is an unforgettable dining experience that serves
delicious dry ages prime Angus Beef, as well as an array of chops and chicken dishes.
