Asheville, NC

#27
#27
Above are a bunch of pretty good and typical suggestions. These are some additional considerations from a local starting w downtown and moving further away. So many to choose from and I reserve the right to change my mind tomorrow. Ha.

1. Best Dive Bar - Crucible, Desoto Lounge, Burger Bar, Root Bar, The Social
2. Best Bar - Sovereign Remedies, Crow & Quill, Little Jumbo
3. Best Breakfast - Bharmari, Vortex, Biscuit Head, Liberty House, Hole
4. Best Casual Dining - Chai Pani, Salsas, Baby Bull, Gan Shan or Pizza Mind to consume w beer at Archetype
5. Best Dining - Limones, Asheville Proper, Ukiah, Bull & Begger, Admiral, Copper Crown
6. Best Brewery - Burial, Hiwire, Hillman, Zillicoah, Zebulon (Fri-Sat in Weaverville)

Made reservations at Asheville Proper. Looked good.
 
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Made reservations at Asheville Proper. Looked good.

If you're staying at The Foundry, another solid restaurant that's steps away and you have a chance at getting into all day long is Benne On Eagle.

If you're eating at Proper, then another very good brewery, Wedge, just opened their 3rd location right next door. Also the Pinball Museum is across the street, if that's your thing.

Have a great time! In my biased opinion, there is a higher density of amazing food, drink, shopping, music, unique museums/galleries, people watching, etc in downtown Asheville than anywhere in the country. South Slope, River Arts District and West Asheville are also unique and worth a look, if you want to wander a tad further.
 
#29
#29
For breakfast, Biscuit Head is good, but I’ve had really good food at First Watch. White Lab has good food and brews. I am a Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack fan and on Sundays, they have a chicken biscuit plate that is scrumptious. Del Vecchio’s is good eating. Papas & Beer is really good Cali-Mex food.
We also like Biscuit Head and Rocky’s. 12 Bones BBQ is a favorite too.
 
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I haven't been in a few years... Going to Biltmore of course... ISO other recommendations...


1. Best Dive Bar
2. Best Bar
3. Best Breakfast
4. Best Casual Dining
5. Best Dining
Best dive bar? Creekside Taphouse. Maybe not really a dive. Dont ask for American Football, its a Rugby/Soccer place.

Best Bar is Sierra Nevada, on other side of town. GPI has a nice bar in Fall by the fire. Wedge Brewery on Foundy.

Best breakfast is Early Girl Eatery, get there early.

Best casual, Tupelo downtown. I dunno. So many. Packs Tavern.

Best dining. Lobster Trap.
 
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#33
A little late but just went to Asheville for a Bachelorette trip and did the Biltmore. Honestly, didn't care for the house at all. It was super crowded and not what I thought I was actually paying for. The staff was pretty friendly so that helps. We ate at Cedric's Tavern (I'm hella picky eater) and that was 2.5/5. Food was not flavorful and over priced. The only saving grace for this trip was the Biltmore Winery. I thoroughly enjoyed the Wine Tasting and our Sommelier. He was very personable and knowledgeable about all the wines they offered. Check that out if you can.

Try out Rocky's Chicken Shack.. no complaints. Also, we had a nice dinner at 123 Main (I think that's the name). Loved every single thing about this place although it was a bit pricey. It was worth every penny for the amazing food, service, and atmosphere. I really loved it.

Also the Dueling Piano Bar was cool. We did have to pay a cover charge but it was cool. Hope you have/had a great trip..
 
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A little late but just went to Asheville for a Bachelorette trip and did the Biltmore. Honestly, didn't care for the house at all. It was super crowded and not what I thought I was actually paying for. The staff was pretty friendly so that helps. We ate at Cedric's Tavern (I'm hella picky eater) and that was 2.5/5. Food was not flavorful and over priced. The only saving grace for this trip was the Biltmore Winery. I thoroughly enjoyed the Wine Tasting and our Sommelier. He was very personable and knowledgeable about all the wines they offered. Check that out if you can.

Try out Rocky's Chicken Shack.. no complaints. Also, we had a nice dinner at 123 Main (I think that's the name). Loved every single thing about this place although it was a bit pricey. It was worth every penny for the amazing food, service, and atmosphere. I really loved it.

Also the Dueling Piano Bar was cool. We did have to pay a cover charge but it was cool. Hope you have/had a great trip..
Red Stag in Biltmore.

Hillman's beer is another cool place in Biltmore Village.
 

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