J & S Cafeteria 30 Airport Park Road, Fletcher, NC 28732, 828-684-3418, A family owned cafeteria that specializes in made-from-scratch, Southern style homecooked meals. Children's plates are also available. 

12 Bones Steakhouse 5 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC 28801, Located in the River Arts District, 828-253-4499, The casual 12 Bones Steakhouse's menu includes delicious smoked meats, local beers, and seafood and vegetarian items. 12 Bones is available for catering and private parties. more...

Battery Park Bistro 22 Battery Park Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-253-2158, Surrounded by works by local independent artists, Battery Park Bistro offers a vast selection of locally grown organic food with homemade soups, breads, and desserts. They also offer an extensive wine list.

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. more... 

Corner Kitchen 3 Boston Way, Asheville, NC 28803, Located in the Biltmore Village, 828-274-2439, Housed in one of Richard Sharp Smith's original Tudor Style cottages, the Corner Kitchen's chef offers his own North Carolina take on Pan-American cuisine with Caro-American cuisine. Entree items on their ever changing menus for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner include a three meat meatloaf with sweet mustard glaze, collard greens, and cheddar grits and apple glazed salmon. more...

Doc Chey's Noodle House 37 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, Located in Downtown Asheville, 828-252-8220, For dine in or take out, Doc Chey's offers affordable fresh Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Chinese selections for lunch and dinner. more...

ED Boudreaux's Bayou Bar-B-Que 48 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28805, 828-296-0100, Great bar-b-que and featuring over 130 beers. Serves pork, beef, chicken and ribs. Also a large vegetarian selection. Open seven days a week for lunch, dinner and late night dining. more...

Fig Bistro 18 Brook Street, Asheville, NC 28803, Located in Biltmore Village, 828-277-0889, In a contemporary setting, Fig offers an enticing blend of American, French, and Italian staples such as wine-braised short ribs, halibut with asparagus and sauce marechar, and mussels in a spicy habañero broth.

Barley's Taproom 42 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-255-0504, In the heart of the arts and entertainment district, Barley's Taproom is housed in a 8,000 square foot space. Hand-tossed pizza, over 40 types of beer on tap, regulation slate billiard tables, and regulation dart lanes make Barley's the "Best Taproom in the South" by Southern Draught Beer News and "Top Tap in the South" by Celebrator Beer Magazine. The stage showcases live bluegrass, jazz, and Americana music three to four nights a week.  more...

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. more... 

Westville Pub 777 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC 28806, 828-225-WPUB, This local hangout offers an excellent mix of live music, 15 microbrews and a large selection of mix drinks, wines, and beers, and food. more...

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. more... 

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. more... 

Panera Bread 1843 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803, 828-277-4042, A combination neighborhood bakery and café, Panera Bread offers fresh breads, baked goods, and delicious menu items such as sandwiches, hearty soups, and salads.  

Sunny Point Cafe & Bakery 626 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC 28806, 828-252-0055, Mentioned in Southern Living and Travel and Leisure, Sunny Point Cafe & Bakery is a must when visiting Asheville. You will love their breakfast salad featuring a poached egg, bacon, grits, and vinaigrette.

Veranda Cafe & Gifts 119 Cherry Street, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 828-669-8864, Veranda Cafe & Gifts offers an appealing selection of homemade soups, sandwiches, and salads with special daily selections. Unique kitchen accessories and gifts are sold here.

Dripolator Coffeehouse 221 West State Street, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 828-669-0999, An award winning coffee house, the Dripolator offer a nice selection of coffee drinks, breakfast items, and desserts.

Gold Hill Espresso & Fine Teas 64 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-254-3800, One of USA Today's top ten coffeehouses, Gold Hill offers a vast selection of fine teas, espresso, bagels, pastries, coffee, and light lunch fare. They offer wireless Internet service.  more...

Gourmet Perks 165 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-254-4777, Locally owned and operated, Gourmet Perks is not your typical coffee shop. They offer a fine selection of fresh breakfast sandwiches, bagels, pastries, homemade soups, deli and grilled sandwiches, and beer.

Grovewood Cafe 111 Grovewood Road #8, Asheville, NC 28804, 828-258-8956, 877-443-2798, 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. more... 

Savoy 641 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804, 828-253-1077, This modern restaurant 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. more... 

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.  more... 

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. more... 

DJ's Casual Dining and Catering Services 1360 Tunnel Road East, Asheville, NC 28803, 828-298-4888 Catering - 828-298-8186, DJ's offers steaks, seafood, pasta, and sandwiches in a casual atmosphere. Their catering services provide customized menus for any event, as well as event planning for wedding receptions, dinner parties, business luncheons, seminars, board meetings, corporate functions and picnics.  more...

Flying Frog Cafe 1 Battery Park Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, Located in Downtown Asheville, 828-254-9411, The Flying Frog Café offers a seasonal menu with fine Continental, German, and Urban Indian cuisine in an elegant but comfortable atmosphere. The vast selection of prime meats, fresh seafood, and vegetables is enhanced by the extensive wine list. more...

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. 

Left Bank 90 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, 828-251-5552, The Left Bank prepares French and American fusion entrees in a casual fine dining atmosphere.

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. 

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. more... 

Ichiban Steak House and Sushi Bar 2 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803, Located near Biltmore Village in Biltmore Station, 828-252-7885, Voted Best Sushi and Best Japanese Restaurant by Mountain Xpress Readers, Ichiban offers a hibachi area, a dining area, and a sushi bar.

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. more... 

Jerusalem Garden 78 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, Located in Downtown Asheville near Pritchard Park, 828-254-0255, For an experience not to be missed, Jerusalem Garden's chef prepares authentic Mediterranean and Moroccan cuisine for lunch and dinner with live belly dancing every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. more...

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. 

Limones 13 Eagle Street, Asheville, NC 28801, Located in Downtown Asheville, 828-252-2327, An ever changing menu mixes Mexican and Californian cuisines for such delectable entrees as New Mexican spice-rubbed, all natural pork loin and duck confit tostados with pico de gallo.

Mamacita's 77A Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, Located in Downtown Asheville, 828-255-8080, This "little" burrito joint, located near the Orange Peel, offers the freshest ingredients for Mexican favorites such as burritos, tacos, and nachos. Don't forget to try the tasty salsas and the margaritas! more...

Rio Burrito 11 Broadway Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, Located in Downtown Asheville, 828-253-2422, Made to order, California-style burritos have made Rio Burrito the top place to go in Asheville. Choose from selections such as chicken, flank steak, shrimp, and grilled vegetables for the ultimate burrito. Daily specials are available.

Boathouse on Lake Julian 65 Long Shoals Road, Arden, NC 28704, 828-687-4141, Asheville's only waterfront dining experience, the Boathouse prides itself in "simply fresh seafood." Offering low country cuisine carefully prepared and "straight off the boat" nightly specials. A nice selection of steaks, chops, and pasta are also available.  more...

Lobster Trap 35 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801, Located Downtown, 828-350-0505, "Where the mountains meet the sea," the Lobster Trap offers a delectable selection of fresh seafood, an extensive wine list, live music, and a friendly atmosphere.  more...

Early Girl Eatery 8 Wall Street, Asheville, NC 28801, Located in Downtown Asheville, 828-259-9292, Enjoy your fresh, homemade regional inspired meal while overlooking Pritchard Park at the Early Girl Eatery. Serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, this Southern food restaurant supports the local agricultural by buying from local farms and dairies to bring you the freshest ingredients available.  more...

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. 

Jae 70 Smokey Park Highway, Asheville, NC 28806, 828-281-4155, Located next to Earthfare in the Westgate Center, this bistro offers authentic Thai cuisine.