Best Casual Restaurants in Asheville

19 restaurants available nearby

1. Bargello

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Asheville

Booked 7 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.

2. Ukiah

4.7

Exceptional(1689)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Asheville

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse, where Japanese Soul Food meets American BBQ by James Beard Nominated Chef Michael Lewis. “Japanese Smokehouse” is defined as merging Japanese ingredients and flavors with American BBQ techniques, and everything in between.Menu highlights include light and refreshing dishes such as Wagyu Tataki with house kimchee, yuzu kosho and savory soy or Tuna Takaki with fire roasted peppers + ponzu, to bolder flavors such as Smoked Pastrami Short Rib with toasted rye, fire roasted kimchi + yuzu pickles. We are currently open 5 days a week for Dinner as we navigate after Hurricane Helene.Please note, our dining room consists of booths, regular tables and high-tops. We will try our best to accommodate you at your prefer location, but sometimes it is not possible due to party size. Our outdoor tables can be requested but not guaranteed when booking on open table.

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3. Limones Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(6288)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Asheville

Around the corner from the Fine Arts Theater in downtown Asheville, Limones Restaurant provides an inspirational mix of Mexican and Californian cuisine along with inventive bar selections served by a warm, professional staff. Long before working and training under some of San Francisco’s most talented chefs, Hugo Ramirez was raised on the intense and varied flavors native to his hometown of Mexico City. In fact, he still calls on his mother for the secrets of traditional Mexican dishes, which he reinvents in innovative and surprising ways. At Limones, Hugo’s love of Mexican food is combined with his training in french-influenced California cuisine.

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4. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

4.6

Exceptional(5845)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 30 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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5. The Market Place Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(4044)

Price: Expensive

• American • Asheville

Booked 4 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.

6. Laila

4.6

Exceptional(120)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Asheville

Booked 6 times today

Step into the vibrant world of an modern Indian cuisine restaurant, where the aromas of spices and sizzling delicacies instantly transport you to India. The ambiance is lively and colorful, reflecting the spirit of modern Indian culture. The menu showcases an array of mouthwatering dishes, from tandoori kebabs to rich curries to buttery naan and aromatic biryanis. Each dish is meticulously prepared, blending a symphony of spices that leave your taste buds tingling with delight. The warmth and hospitality of the staff make you feel at home. Whether you're a fan of fiery flavors or milder options, Laila is an unforgettable gastronomic journey through the flavors of India.

7. Mehfil

4.8

Exceptional(555)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Asheville

Booked 4 times today

Nestled in the heart of downtown Asheville, decorated with carvings, and statues imported from India. Mëhfil brings you authentic Indian food in a beautifully relaxed atmosphere.Come enjoy a casual meal with friends or a celebration with your loved ones. Either way, you'll be taken care of by our knowledgeable and friendly team. We take pride in what we serve and how we serve it - Good Food and Great Service. We also offer takeout, delivery, catering and in Jul 2023 we have added Mow, Mehfil on Wheels, a food truck serving Mehfil food. Mow is a regular at the local breweries and can even come in to your neighborhood. Our signature dishes include the lamb chops, goat curry, deluxe mixed grill-an assortment of lamb and chicken seekh kebab, tandoori shrimp and lamb chops. No one does the tandoor as good us and our awards are testimony to that. *FOR PARTIES OF 9 OR MORE, PLEASE CONTACT THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY, HAVE A CREDIT CARD READY WHEN CALLING TO SET THE DEPOSIT*

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8. Bold Rock – Downtown Asheville

4.3

Awesome(88)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Explore what Bold Rock has to offer at our Downtown Asheville taproom. Join us for world-class cider, cocktails, beer, and a from-scratch food menu perfect for lunch, dinner, or happy hour! Plus, we offer a southern-style brunch every Saturday and Sunday.

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9. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

4.6

Exceptional(4037)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 61 times today

EDISON, craft ales + kitchen is an inventive bar and restaurant that brings together the food culture and local flavors of downtown, with expansive indoor and outdoor seating and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for frequent historical visits from Thomas Edison and his "Vagabonds" (Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford), EDISON serves NC craft beers, small batch bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and regionally inspired food in a contemporary, fun, and artistic setting.Several renowned artists who celebrate the creativity of the area and call this community home are showcased in the indoor dining room, offering our patrons a true Asheville experience. The jalapeno bacon wrapped bison meatloaf is a must try !

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10. Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore Estate

4.5

Awesome(3835)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 13 times today

Located on Biltmore Estate, this warm, relaxing tavern overlooks the village green at Antler Hill Village. The décor, ambience, and menu pay tribute to the neighborhood pubs of Britain and Ireland. Enjoy satisfying pub fare alongside robustly flavored American and global cuisine presented with Biltmore flair. On tap are Biltmore's own Cedric's Pale Ale and Cedric's Brown Ale in addition to award-winning Biltmore wines and a full bar. *Please be aware that you must have a valid paid estate admission ticket, be a guest of Inn on Biltmore Estate or Village Hotel, or be a Biltmore Annual Passholder to dine on property*. Outdoor dining is available in season. Please note that due to limited seating availability we are unable to accept reservations for our patio. All patio seating is assigned on a first come first served basis.

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Allison
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Tori was awesome! The food was delicious. Overall great experience!
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Tupelo Honey - Downtown AshevillePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Asheville
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4.6
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Emily
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food and great service. The restaurant is loud! Try baffling with more plants?! I would also like more intimate seating options.
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UkiahPrice: Expensive• Asian• Asheville
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4.7
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Jenvip
Asheville / Western North Carolina •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had a lovely dinner. It was only their 2nd day being open post-Hurricane and absolutely no glitches. We had the cheese board which was well-curated and featured their outstanding housemade pimento cheese as well as 2 other local cheeses. The shrimp and grits entree was delectable. Our booth by the Christmas tree was cozy. It was a wonderful evening.
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The Market Place RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Asheville
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4.4
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dale
Tampa / Central Florida West •87 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Sept 2024
Hotel lobby that is serving mighty fine Italian food. Personal size pizza with creative ingredients fresh pasta made daily, shareable, mains and delish deserts fill the menu. We shared a pizza and argue seafood ravs that were chock full of ingredients and topped with several shrimps. But the sauce… oh my gosh that sauce Zepoles for dessert sealed the great experience. Definitely go
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BargelloPrice: Moderate• Italian• Asheville
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4.5
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Randy
Asheville / Western North Carolina •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Sept 2024
The Lamb loin was amazing and the portion was generous. Margaritas were great as always. Our waiter was great. Very attentive and offered descriptions of the dishes we asked about. Very pleasant experience
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Limones RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Asheville
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4.7

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Bargello

2. Ukiah

3. Limones Restaurant

4. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

5. The Market Place Restaurant

6. Laila

7. Mehfil

8. Bold Rock – Downtown Asheville

9. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

10. Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore Estate

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