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1. Red Lobster - Asheville
3.8
Excellent(33)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Asheville
Booked 1 time today
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
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2. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
4.6
Exceptional(4145)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Asheville
Booked 40 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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3. Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore Estate
4.8
Exceptional(3867)
Price: Moderate
• American • Asheville
Booked 17 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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4. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate
4.7
Exceptional(6057)
Price: Moderate
• American • Asheville
Booked 30 times today
Stable Café is open daily from 11AM to 2PM for guests of Biltmore Estate.Satisfy your appetite for house-smoked meats, Carolina barbeque, grilled burgers, and other southern favorites in a historic setting that was once the estate's horse stable.Biltmore tickets or an annual pass are required to visit all restaurants on the estate. For seasonal evening events, dinner reservations for all the guests in the party must have an evening-specific ticket or be an estate lodging guest. Dinner menu is a three-course, prefix menu.The convenient location next to Biltmore House, friendly hospitality, and delectable food make the Stable Café a popular stop after visits to the house and gardens. The ambiance of the historic surroundings in the renovated stable complex is unmatched.
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5. Modesto Trattoria
4.7
Exceptional(2463)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Asheville
Booked 10 times today
Led by chef and owner Hector Diaz, Modesto features a farm to table approach to upscale wood-fired Italian. The menu changes twice daily and includes a variety of fresh seafood, fine meats, and house made pastas. Pizzas are hand-tossed and cooked in a wood fired oven made in Italy. To compliment your meal, our bar offers over 30 exclusively Italian wines as well as a dynamic list of classic and cutting edge cocktails. Desserts are made from scratch, including our famous tiramisu, and we proudly serve SRO Coffee.
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6. The Blackbird
4.5
Awesome(4229)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Asheville
Booked 17 times today
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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7. Brasilia Churrasco Steakhouse
4.6
Exceptional(1932)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian Steakhouse • Asheville
Booked 11 times today
Brasilia Churrasco Steakhouse is the premier Brazilian Steakhouse located in downtown Asheville. Our unique all-you-can-eat “Churrascaria” experience features a 30-item salad bar with hot dishes and a “parade” of different types of meats, including traditional Brazilian cuts, slides at your table by our team of Gauchos. Our menu also includes a wide selection of wines from Argentina, Chile, California, and our famous Caipirinha Cart to complement your meal. Join us for dinner 7 days a week and lunch on Saturday and Sunday. We can’t wait to have you join us for a truly authentic Brazilian dining experience at Brasilia Churrasco Steakhouse.
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8. Blue Ridge -Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
4.7
Exceptional(5215)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Asheville
Booked 43 times today
The Blue Ridge restaurant is a farm-to-table artisanal buffet overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. The Morning Table signature buffet, served each morning, will redefine all that you imagined breakfast could be. Two massive rooms are filled with amazing breakfast options, including a yogurt bar, omelet station and great gluten free options. Don’t miss the award-winning Friday night Seafood Buffet, Saturday night Prime Rib Buffet and phenomenal Sunday Brunch. It’s the perfect way to end any week.Reservations recommended.
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9. Village Social-Biltmore Estate
4.7
Exceptional(2640)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Asheville
Booked 16 times today
Village Social is located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate, right next door to Biltmore's award-winning winery. You must have a valid paid Estate admission ticket or be staying on property to dine on property. Reservations will only be held for 10 minutes past reservation time. A full-service restaurant and bar, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Village Social’s versatile menu features a variety of inspired dishes, each prepared in traditional southern style showcasing fresh, estate-raised ingredients. The relaxed atmosphere of Village Social is perfect for unwinding and catching up with friends with craft cocktails! **Please be advised patio seating can not be guaranteed.
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10. Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
4.6
Exceptional(6290)
Price: Expensive
• American • Asheville
Booked 44 times today
Sunset Terrace is our iconic upscale classic restaurant featuring traditional American cuisine with an emphasis on hand cut steaks, seafood and regional favorites and an award winning wine list. Taste signature cocktails paired with popular dishes from the lobster cobb salad to the chilled seafood platter. Located on the outdoor terrace of the 100 year old Main Inn, enjoy breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Executive Chef, Enrique Galan and Chef de Cuisine Joel Mauck craft delectable dishes to be enjoyed with a setting and experience that you will always remember. The Sunset Terrace is an eleven-time recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, most recently in 2024.Reservations are strongly recommended.Dress accordingly to the weather.

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  • David
    South Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Food was very good, service was outstanding. We had the burgers and the chicken with grits. French fries were homemade and well seasoned. Burgers were huge and tasty. Two Thumbs up.
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    Stable Cafe -Biltmore EstatePrice: Moderate• American• Asheville
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    4.7
  • PhilipVIP
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •63 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent. Great service and food. Terrific view. Will return.
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    Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn & SpaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Asheville
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    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The veggie sandwich was phenomenal!! The sourdough was very good and crisp. I will order this again! It was that good!! My hub got the haddock and said it was wonderful. Very white and flaky with a light batter that didn’t dominate the fish. The waiter said it was their best seller. The staff were very polite and attentive. We really enjoy eating lunch at Cedrick’s because of the quality of food. The executive chef has created an amazing menu.
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    Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore EstatePrice: Moderate• American• Asheville
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    4.8
  • MARGARET
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 5, 2025
    My partner and I had a grand time enjoying a special birthday dinner at Modesto. Veronica, our upbeat server, made us feel welcome, was attentive to every detail, and warmly professional in her timely service to our table. The food - so many choices! - satisfied every anticipation, was artfully plated and robustly delicious. Our table for two, in a quiet corner, was perfect for the occasion. Our next visit we hope to sit at the bar. Modesto is an intimate space, cozy in the cold months, that expands with spacious streetside seating when days are warmer. We will be back. Five Stars
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    Modesto TrattoriaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Asheville
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    4.7
  • TorpeyVIP
    Philadelphia County •42 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 28, 2025
    Great service, quiet and the food tasted hot, fresh and not rushed.
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    Red Lobster - AshevillePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Asheville
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    3.8

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