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A photo of Luminosa restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(311)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Asheville
Booked 29 times today
Where modern-Appalachian meets Italian-inspiration, Luminosa is bringing a hyperlocal lens to Italian cuisine, utilizing regional purveyors and local team member expertise to shape and curate the ever-evolving, seasonally driven offerings. Nestled within The Flat Iron Hotel, a historic boutique hotel in Asheville, North Carolina, Luminosa's carefully designed space radiates a welcoming tavern ambiance. Our culinary heart is a wood-burning oven, infusing a "touch of fire" into handmade pizzas, house-made pastas, and locally sourced vegetables. In homage to Asheville's renowned brewery scene, Luminosa's beverage program features local brews, including an exclusive collaboration, alongside a diverse selection of cocktails and wines.
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4.5
Awesome(4198)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Asheville
Booked 11 times today
**PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR THANKSGIVING MENU FOUND AT WWW.THEBLACKBIRDRESTAURANT.COM WILL BE THE ONLY MENU OFFERED ON THANKSGIVING DAY**The Blackbird Restaurant is a Chef Owned Restaurant serving local, fresh ingredients. The Blackbird’s goal is to delight guests with cooking grounded in the traditions and ingredients of the Carolinas creating an unique and vibrant menu – New American with Southern Flares.The menu features the seasonal best from local farmers, fresh catches from the coast of the Carolinas, incredible local micro-brews, specialty cocktails, and great wines from the around the world. Our menu changes seasonally to reflect the bounty of the area and the chef’s creativity. The Blackbird’s award-winning food, desserts and prompt service will impress you every time.We are located in the heart of downtown Asheville, on Biltmore Ave. You can find us at the corner of The Aloft Hotel.Parking Garage is located at the back on Lexington Ave. The first hour is free.
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4.7
Exceptional(2296)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Asheville
Booked 13 times today
Posana is a contemporary American restaurant in the heart of downtown Asheville on Historic Pack Square. With a focus on serving local, seasonal, and sustainable cuisine, Posana sources unprocessed, premium ingredients from nearly 65 different local purveyors and farmers each week and regularly changes the menu. The restaurant’s warm welcoming main dining room is ideal for a weeknight dinner, weekend get together, or a special occasion celebration. We can’t wait to serve you.
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4.7
Exceptional(1723)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Asheville
Booked 7 times today
Anything worth experiencing is worth experiencing to its fullest. Anything less just wouldn’t be proper. Enter Asheville Proper, the dining affair with a flair for classic fare. With a wink and a nod towards traditional service paired with modern comfort, Asheville Proper opens the door to live fire dining.
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3.5
Very Good(2760)
Price: Moderate
• Cuban • Asheville
Booked 2 times today
Recognized as the best Cuban food in the state of North Carolina by Big 7 Travel, come savor our savory Cuban dinner menu in Asheville, North Carolina. We pair traditional Cuban cuisine with Asheville flair to deliver an experience that keeps you coming back for more. Paired with the stunning panoramic views of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Hemingway's Cuba is a favorite Asheville restaurant and rooftop bar for visitors and locals alike. Thank you for booking your reservation at Hemingway’s Cuba! We look forward to having you. If you’d like to sit on our rooftop terrace, please put your request in the notes. Please note that terrace seating is not guaranteed due to high demand and weather restrictions.Book Hemingway's Winter Cabanas here: https://bit.ly/47gYW1m
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4.8
Exceptional(2426)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Asheville
Booked 6 times today
Modesto Trattoria is a fun place to dine because of its lively atmosphere and delicious food. With its frequent menu changes and wide variety of options, it's an exciting spot to explore. As one reviewer put it, it's 'fun to people watch while seated outside.' And the food? Absolutely fabulous! The wood-fired Italian dishes, fresh seafood, and hand-tossed pizzas make every meal a delight. Plus, their selection of over 30 exclusively Italian wines and cutting edge cocktails add to the fun. It's definitely a place to visit if you're looking for a great dining experience in Asheville.
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4.5
Awesome(1089)
Price: Moderate
• American • Asheville
Booked 2 times today
Twisted Laurel Downtown Asheville!
A photo of Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(5868)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Asheville
Booked 14 times today
We are in OpenTable's Top 100 Places to Brunch in America!At Tupelo Honey, we create breakfasts, brunches, lunches and suppers that invite you to put on your Sunday’s best and gather around the table for gracious and delicious Southern food. This original, flagship location boasts over 20 years of delighting diners and providing a high energy environment that is synonymous the Asheville community. Reservations highly recommended.
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4.6
Exceptional(486)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Asheville
Booked 4 times today
Bargello®, located in the Hotel Arras, is named after the 17th century Florentine needlepoint style. The intricacy of this stitch embodies the restaurant weaving together their love for community, cuisine, and hospitality to create the ultimate casual fine dining experience.Bargello's culinary team draws their inspiration from the flavors you experience when traveling along the Mediterranean coastline. Seasonal and locally sourced dishes include fresh hand-rolled pastas, house-made breads, and innovative cuisine from Executive Chef Tyler Slade. Bargello’s menu changes often to reflect the local produce available in Western North Carolina.Complementary valet parking is available exclusively for Bargello during dinner service from Wednesday to Sunday, between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM. A reservation is required, and the valet service is limited to a maximum of three hours. This offer is not valid on holidays, special events, or private events.
A photo of The Market Place Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4055)
Price: Expensive
• American • Asheville
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to The Market Place, Asheville's culinary gem nestled in the heart of downtown! Led by Chef William Dissen, our restaurant celebrates the vibrant flavors of the region with a menu featuring locally sourced ingredients from within a 100-mile radius of Asheville. We're proud to have been named a semi-finalist for the prestigious James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant. Join us for dinner beginning at 5 pm where you can enjoy our delicious dishes alongside a local beer or a handmade cocktail.Due to the unpredictable weather in the mountains, patio tables cannot be reserved.

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  • Adrian
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Absolutely awesome! Graham and his team have created a wonderful dining experience. The food is superb and the staff are attentive and jovial. Will be back again AND again!
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    LuminosaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Asheville
    4.8
  • DANIELVIP
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We love this restaurant. We come here every time we are in Asheville. That is 6 to 8 times a year. The foot is fabulous and the staff are exceptional. We have never had a bad experience at this restaurant. We are also very fond of their wine list. Some very nice European wines. Of course the wood burning stove is amazing. There is nothing not to like about this restaurant.
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    Asheville ProperPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Asheville
    4.7
  • Dana
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great waited/bartender!Good food but soup wasn’t hot. Chilly inside but frigid outside so not surprised. January fixed price was a great deal!
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    The BlackbirdPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Asheville
    4.5
  • Jillian
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 26, 2024
    Five of us celebrated Boxing Day at Posana and had a wonderful meal. Two members of our group are gluten intolerant and Posana provides a safe environment for them to eat without having to review every ingredient. It is also exemplary to have every option available to them without having to take a salad or the only protein based option. Kudos to the team for making us feel so welcome and a special thankyou to Teline (spelling?) for tolerating our English traditions.
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    PosanaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Asheville
    4.7
  • KarlaMVIP
    Houston •27 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Sep 23, 2024
    We had the Tostones appetizer platter, which was plenty to split four ways before our dinner, and was very unique and tasty. The Cubano sandwich was fantastic. My husband enjoyed the ceviche and a friend enjoyed the Arroz con Pollo (huge portion). I had the Garden Grove cocktail, which was good, but mostly I just tasted cucumber. My friends had the Hemingway Sunset, which unfortunately neither one of them loved. We’ve been here previously when it was quite crowded and loud, but on a Monday evening, it was almost empty. Because it had just rained, we opted to sit inside and ended up at a booth. The one downside to our experiences was that the overall temperature in the restaurant was quite warm and sitting in that elevated booth directly under the bright lights made it uncomfortably hot and bright. I wish there had been away to turn the lights down or off. I actually had to get up from the table and go outside to cool off at one point.
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    Hemingway's CubaPrice: Moderate• Cuban• Asheville
    3.5

Discover best fun restaurants in Asheville

Discover the vibrant and diverse dining scene in Asheville / Western North Carolina, where fun is always on the menu! Whether you're in the mood for innovative Japanese-American fusion, traditional Italian delights, or unique blends of Mexican and Californian flavors, Asheville's restaurants promise an exciting culinary adventure. Each establishment in this lively locale is celebrated for its creative cuisine, exceptional service, and inviting atmosphere. Asheville is renowned for its eclectic mix of dining options that cater to every taste and occasion, making it a prime destination for food enthusiasts. The city's dedication to fresh, seasonal ingredients and a fun, engaging dining experience makes it a standout in the culinary world. From cozy, intimate settings to elegant, scenic views, Asheville offers a unique dining experience to remember. So, if you're looking for a dining destination that combines great food with a fun atmosphere, Asheville / Western North Carolina should be at the top of your list.

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