We had a good brunch experience. The restaurant is beautiful and I loved the industrial look. We enjoyed reading about the history of the restaurant as well and were glad to support this local spot. I ordered the chicken and waffles and my husband had the steak and eggs. We also ordered a side of pancakes. The chicken and waffles were a great balance of sweet and savory. The chicken was delicious. The waffles were also good, though I tend to prefer a little more of a light, slightly crips waffle. These were a bit softer. My husband said the steak and eggs were okay. Not much to say about it. We also got a small side plate of pancakes which actually felt like a TON for the price we paid for them. I can't imaging what the regular sized plate looked like. The mascarpone and sweet topping on them gave them a bit more character than basic pancakes. I would visit this place again and maybe try the shrimp and grits next time. read more

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The food was delicious!!!! This was my second visit to Benne's and i wouldn't mind coming here for breakfast each time I visit Asheville to be honest. The staff is friendly and they always take good care of us. I ordered the Market Street Breakfast with Toast, Scrambled Eggs (with cheese), Bacon, and Potatoes. Listen...those were the BEST scrambled eggs I've ever had!!! My husband ordered the pancakes with bacon and they brought out four large pancakes that honestly could have fed my family of four. Unfortunately he took it upon himself to eat them by himself...but the pancakes won!! There was so much food he barely made it through half of them. I love the open kitchen, the decor, atmosphere and ambiance of Benne's. My only complaint is that they don't have more gluten free options (Bread, pancakes, potatoes). My options are limited because of my food allergies so I wish there were a couple more options on the menu but hopefully they will work on that in the near future. (I would have LOVED to try the avocado toast...but no GF bread) Still I was happy with my choice. We will definitely be back!! read more

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Benne On Eagle is located on Eagle Street in The Block Neighborhood which was once the place to be. I felt the history from the minute I walked in from the brick walls to all the art on the walls. The Legends of the Block are featured on these walls. These are the women who were the chefs and business owners of the street. There was even a book they let me look through to read more about them and since I love history I couldn't pass on that opportunity. Benne on Eagle is open for breakfast/brunch and dinner. I dined here at the end of the breakfast/brunch service and the service was friendly but I think I was forgotten about as it took quite some time to get my meal. I was the only customer there. This may be why I wasn't rushed out and given a tour of the restaurant walls and provided the book to look on my way out or they just saw that I was interested in the art and history of the restaurant and wanted to share. I appreciated the background of the area and the restaurant. I ordered the benedict with a side of avocado and the meal was delicious. Benne on Eagle will be on my list to return again. read more

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My boyfriend and I recently had an unforgettable 5th-anniversary dinner here! McKay and Jess provided outstanding service for us throughout the evening. The food was delicious -- we ordered the hush puppies, stuffed quail, steak and frites, and maple sweet potato cheesecake. This restaurant made our celebration truly special -- it's a place we'll cherish for years to come! Thank you again McKay and Jess. We really appreciate the hardworking staff at Benne On Eagle! read more

Benne On Eagle - Hushpuppies with Cajun butter - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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We came for dinner at Benne on Eagle to celebrate a special occasion. Food and service was amazing and I would definitely recommend it! It looks like they change their menu somewhat frequently, but when we went, I remember really liking the curry fish, lemon cake, and carrot cake in particular. I took a look at their latest menu and am drooling at all of the new dishes. Go check it out! read more

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We heard good things about this place for dinner. Yet, we were staying at the Foundry, which offered it for room service. The wait staff was very friendly. I ordered the avocado toast with scrambled eggs and potatoes. The eggs were salty, but the avocado toast was good. The potatoes were average. We'll have to see if dinner lives up to the hype because the restaurant looks very cool when we walked by. read more

Benne On Eagle - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

The ambience and service were really good! I appreciate our kind server that we had for our party of 8. I tried the chicken and waffles, which was good but I would definitely hold the gravy. I loved how their chicken wasn't just one big hunk of meat. Waffles were a little soft to me. My dad had the pancakes, which was a large 4 stack. My brother tried the BLT and he said it was good! Tomato was huge though. My grandmother had the steak and eggs which was delicious - the sauce they put on the side was magnificent. read more

If you want to enjoy some good afrocentric food in the historic black district of Asheville, make sure to go for dinner, not for breakfast. I had read good things about this restaurant, and I wanted to check it out. I went for breakfast, and I found out that generally their breakfast menu is pretty plain Jane and made for residents of the hotel who don't want to try anything new. So, it's no different from any other breakfast place. I wanted the shrimp and grits, but it turns out they only do that for brunch. I went for the chicken and waffles, and they told me that waffles and pancakes were not available that morning. I was going to get up to leave, and they decided that maybe they could make a waffle. The chicken was not a specialty flavorful, and the waffle was a waffle. I went out of my way to go here, and it certainly is not worth that. I had read that their head chef was from the south, but it turns out that their head chef has changed to someone from South America, and so some of the more unusual items on the menu are really from South America more than the South. although they do still have fried green tomatoes, which are a carryover from the previous head chef. So, it's a black owned business, but don't go expecting good soul food. It's just a kind of fancy restaurant. read more

Benne On Eagle - Chicken and waffles - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Benne on Eagle was a big score for us! We came for breakfast (more like brunch) twice. We missed the dinner menu because we were there on Sunday & Monday nights - their two closed nights. But our two dining experiences was enough to keep Benne top of our list to come back for more. The shrimp and grits were amazing, as were the chicken & waffles (amazing flavors), fruit & yogurt, blueberry mascarpone pancakes. Service was extremely friendly. Brought smiles and good feels! Can't wait to come here again on our next adventure to Asheville! We loved Benne on Eagle and think you will too! Until next time... read more

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Great atmosphere! Fresh and delicious food. Excellent service. We had the Farmers hash - delicious root vegetable flavors, and the BLT - simple sandwich with elevated flavor. Some creative cocktail offerings would be preferred to the limited options, but 10/10 will be back again. read more

Benne On Eagle - Delicious and fresh breakfast! - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

I'm overall disappointed by my meal at Benne on Eagle. This restaurant had come highly recommended and given the prices, I had an expectation that Benne would deliver on more fronts than not. We order cornbread and crispy pork belly as appetizers. The pork was the most delicious, melt in your mouth experience with a tasty and sweet pistachio and apple butter glaze. The cornbread, however was dry and falling apart. Thankfully the flavor of butter carried through and made it somewhat appetizing, but yeah. It was dry. I told my server this and she said didn't say anything. We then ordered the salmon cakes, the lamb meatballs and the octopus. Overall, the protein for each of these three meals came out cooked well and tasting great. I liked the spice in the salmon and the potato salad to cool your taste buds off. The accompaniments for the lamb and octopus were completely off. The octopus came with pinto beans and tomatoes. This side has zero flavor and desperately needed salt. It was so bland it would have been better to not have it included in the plate at all. It tasted like it came straight out of the can. The same thing can be said for the lentils with the lamb meat balls. Completely flavorless. I was so disappointed - a good meal should have consistent flavor and dynamic textures and when only the protein accomplishes this, it's dissatisfying and a big letdown. The wine and cocktail selection was fantastic and our server was great. I appreciated that the host allowed us to change our reservation time for an early slot. Overall, this restaurant was fine but I was really expecting more. read more

Benne On Eagle - Salmon cakes - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Breakfast heaven!!! Flap jack heaven!!! Best I've ever had. No syrup necessary! They come with this incredible jam and a bit of chintilly cream. I also had the locally foraged mushroom hash and it was too good. read more

Benne On Eagle - Locally foraged mushroom hash - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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When you walk in the front door of Benne on Eagle you are greeted by a large portrait of the prolific poet, James Baldwin. I started my meal with the cornbread and crispy pork belly. The pairing of the pork, apple butter and pistachio was a combination I was not expecting to be so darn delicious. My entrée consisted of fried catfish and collard greens. The collard greens were super yummy and were very fresh as if they had been picked from the garden that day. I closed my meal by ordering the banana pudding. read more

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Went here for brunch since the other brunch joints were full. The place was very pretty and loved the artwork around and the slightly industrial vibe. Expected a lot from the food since the menu sounded very interesting and the prices were on the higher end compared to other brunch joints. What we got: 1. Huevos rancheros: alright. Honestly forgettable. Meh. 2. Chicken and waffles: expected so much better than this. The waffles came out soggy. The chicken was also hella soggy. Sweet with the honey but where is that habanero? Too sweet and not balanced. Probably one of the biggest disappointments of a chicken and waffle rendition. 3. Shrimp and grits: this was good. Very rich and comforting as most shrimp and grits are. Good flavor. A bit too rich and buttery for my taste but still good. Would have preferred the grits to be less fine and more gritty since it was practically just mush. Overall, meh brunch especially for the price. You're better off going elsewhere. Nice place and ambience though. Maybe a 2.5 read more

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Amazing food - Loved the African inspired flavor profile, very unusual but it was very well done. The chef absolutely did a fantastic job with the dishes. Strongly recommending this place if you are into trying creative dishes! However, portion is so small for the price. The yardbird was okay, since it was a half chicken (still pricy for $36, but at least it was a big entree). Fufu dish was SO tasty, but it was SO tiny. Very disappointing for the portion size since it was $24 - as the photo shows, it was more of an appetizer size. It would be nice to even add some type of sides to make the meal more filling - the chips were quite light, and we had to get another meal after this one because we were not full :( So glad I tried this place, one of my favorite meals here; though with the size of the entree it would unlikely to be my go-to place in Asheville (given there are so many amazing places in the city!) read more

Benne On Eagle - Yardbird at the front, fufu at the back - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

I had breakfast in a Sunday morning. Grits were delicious. Coffee was local and after 3 cups I still wanted more. Chicken and waffles is worth it read more

I used to rave about this place, placed a reservation every time I went to Asheville and listed it as a top pick for friends going to Asheville. The opening honored the history of the area and was truly Southern and Soul food done exceptionally well. I always praised Hanan and original chefs menu and execution; always a great meal. This is not the same Benne on Eagle, new chef and entirely new menu. I appreciate the new idea and a salute to African diaspora sounds intriguing but it's not there. We had three small plates and were still hungry. The Ghanaian Red Red & Couch was more like a soup than shareable plate; we had to ask for the spoon. I don't know if it had couch or smoked trout but it was hard to find and chewy. The salted cod with mango did have nice mango flavor but that was my only observation. The duck ham and cornbread may have been the only item worthy of ordering again but it was small. New cuisine ... don't keep the Beene on Eagle name, change it read more

So, one thing I don't do is travel to a city and eat at the same place more than once. So you know a place is bomb when I eat at it three times. Twice for breakfast and once for dinner. Benne's ambience is an elevated industrial Southern spaces surrounded by portraits of notable Black icons. The service was stellar and the food was amazing. I highly recommend the fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, and any of the cocktails. read more

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This is the restaurant that serves breakfast and offers room service for the attached hotel The Foundry. As such, I had the pleasure of dining here for breakfast two years times and once for dinner. The menu options are minimum, but there is at least one option for everyone. We had the trout. The shrimp Caesar salad, the cornbread and Mac and cheese. When I tell you that everything was tasty, even a simple caesar salad!! The food is cooked to order and it is clear that they use fresh ingredients. Breakfast was just as amazing. An Example of them using fresh ingredients: the second day that we had breakfast we went closer to the end of breakfast time. Unfortunately we were advised that they ran out of oranges and were not able to squeeze additional orange juice! Yep, the orange juice is squeezed daily! The service was not really consistent. Two out of three times it was decent. The last day of breakfast could have been better. We arrived towards the end of breakfast and there was a wait. No one really asked us what we needed. We finally asked if we could have a seat. The staff were not particularly friendly and also did not appear to be in a big rush to accommodate the crowd. However, since two out of the three were decent I am only taking off 1 star. Overall I think this is a fantastic option if you are in Asheville, NC I personally would dine here again. read more

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Looking for a nice elevated date night experience? This is the place! Allow me to get this out of the way: make a reservation. Now about the ambience I love the low lighting and being able to hear the calls of the chef just above the crowd. I am a foodie and love culinary TV. Yes there is music playing too but somehow it all works! Now that I have been request booth seating if you can get it. There is communal small tables together which for me makes it weird to have another couple in arms length but I didn't know the layout ahead of time. Food is devine! Bae devoured the pork chop dish. I didn't even get a taste! I ordered the catfish. Nicely breaded. Tender. I prefer fish fresh out the grease so the temp was a tad under for my liking but flavorful. The greens were tender and tasty. The sweet potato hash - bravo on the knife cuts - beautiful to look at and delicious. Ham is very present and you'll get the chew of the ham and that smokey flavor in each bite. For us the corn bread did not come out hot. Not sure if that is by design but we both like hot out the oven corn bread. The mac & cheese?? Chef's kiss! The cheese pull was amazing! Although there is a wonderful bar menu we stuck with the basics. And there is a dessert menu. We didn't leave room. read more

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Benne on Eagle certainly has changed from the days when it debuted with a combination Low Country-Appalachian menu by Beard Nominee John Fleer and also from the time when it changed to a more Afrocentric menu. Now Benne has only has a handful of main dishes -- duck breast, strip steak, lamb meatballs, pork chop, catfish -- and they are a little hard to classify, though the restaurant is often categorized as modern soul food. I believe last night when we were there the menu had a total of only about a dozen items, including salads, appetizers and maybe half a dozen entrees. Service was very efficient and fast, and the ambiance is enjoyable. However, the fried catfish entree ($32) didn't even remotely compare to the incredible fried catfish we loved during the restaurant's early days. That was the best catfish I ever ate, bar none. I don't quite get what the chef and other management have in mind for the restaurant -- is it a hotel restaurant? If so the limited menu may be a disadvantage to some hotel guests. Or is it trying to be a cool Asheville restaurant in competition with places nearby like Limones, Chestnut and Cúrate? If so, entrees like Smothered Pork Chop ($38) and Steak with Peppers ($35) aren't going to attract the hip foodie crowd. read more

I never thought I'd go to a restaurant and be wow'd by the oatmeal. The vibe is very cool and has an African inspiration behind the decoration and some of the menu. The food came out quickly as well and service was good. Overall the brunch options were tasty but I've heard that this place is really good for its dinner options. I'd love to go back and give those a try. I had the Benedict as well but wasn't my favorite. I think the sauce on top was a bit too much for my preference. read more

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This was our third day in Asheville and Benne on Eagle was recommended by a long-time resident we met while touring the Biltmore Estate. What a fantastic recommendation! Their young chef recently received a James Beard nomination and one meal there clearly showed why. We started with cocktails and, based on our experience, you won't go wrong with any of them. To start, we ordered the Seared Octopus which is prepared with a sauce of chorizo, groundnut mole, black garlic rum sauce and cacao. What an inspired dish! Every bite burst with intense flavor and it looked so appetizing we forgot to snap a picture before diving in. We also ordered the Cassava and Bonita Potatoes Au Gratin and enjoyed that delicious dish with both the octopus and our entrees. It is the most delicious starch side my wife or I have ever had! Both Cassava and Bonita fall into the "tuber" (potato) category but are slightly less starchy and, in this case anyway, much tastier. The cheese in the dish is Muenster and they're seasoned perfectly with Green Cardamom. Don't miss them when you dine at Benne. Next we had our mains. For my wife, the Moqueca and Camarao (Shrimp) which comes in a divine sauce of coconut, tomatoes, Dende Oil, onions and farofa. It's like the coconut curry you may have had at your favorite Indian restaurant but lighter, less spicy and bursting with flavor. The shrimp were plentiful and perfectly prepared. I ordered the Haitian Griot (pork shoulder) with polenta, kidney beans, Pikliz, citrus jus and Chicharrons. One of the best pork entrees I've ever had. The flavors were complex and interesting in every bite and, despite it being a large portion, not a bite was left. Our server, Nehemiah, was engaging, knowledgeable and friendly and the service was on point the entire meal. If you're in Asheville, this restaurant is less busy than some of the more established eateries so you should be able to find a reservation that works with your schedule (we booked on the same day we went) but, once the word gets out how fantastic the food and service is, it may get a little tougher. Visit Benne on Eagle if you're in Asheville and then write your own review to help them get the word out! Nice people serving amazing food in a very hip-looking space. read more

Benne On Eagle - Moqueca & Camarao - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Breakfast at Benne! Cute breakfast/brunch spot - very artsy and industrial wood design. The food was really good! I order the Avocado Toast - well seasoned with a refreshing lemon flavor, the bread was lacking the "toast" aspect, it was a little soggy. Pancakes and breakfast potatoes were a table hit! They are pet-friendly - provided him with water and lots of attention. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, great for hot or cool days. The service was good. Our waitress was quiet but kind. It took a while for the food to arrive so the kitchen lead came out and gave us a discount! Overall, I would recommend! read more

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Popped in here on Halloween and we were so glad we did! Our servers were so friendly! They took really good care of us - we have had a late lunch so were just wanting drinks and a couple of small plates. The small plates did not disappoint - the grit cake was sublime...crunchy and warm on the outside and the grits were creamy but not runny on the inside. We had the kale and butternut squash salad which was dressed perfectly...the squash was delish and accompanied the dressing and kale nicely. We also got the sweet potato hummus and that rocked too! They had a nice wine and cocktail menu as well as a good selection of beer. We will definitely return for dinner and dessert next time! read more

My sister was raving about this place so I had to try it out. We started with the Plantanos, arroz, frijoles which was tremendous! The pool plantains were perfectly tender and the accompanying fermented beans added a tiny sour note to break up the richness of the dish. Garnished with a crispy rice cake chip for the "arroz" portion of the tapas gave it a fun little twist. Speaking of plantains, DO NOT SKIP ON THE PLANTANOS FOSTER! Thank me latter. Best dessert I've had in years!! This place was scary easy to get into. Please check it out so we can keep the Asheville foodie paradise! read more

Benne On Eagle - Plantanos, arroz, frijoles - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

We had a fantastic time at Benne on Eagle. Started with cocktails. They tasted great and had a dried lime garnish which just looked really cool. We had cornbread for the appetizer. This got us started on the wrong foot for $15 it was 2 tiny prices of cornbread. It was dry and nothing special except it did have a fair amount of corn and jalapeño. I did not think it was anywhere near worth $15 though. Insane. Was a little skeptical about what's to come after that but they turned it around! I had the salmon patties encrusted in corn nuts and it was one of the best things ever. The corn nuts were crunchy and so good in the patty. It had a creamy tartar like sauce in the side and a corn salad with perfectly Al dente corn. I didn't even know I liked corn like that. Because the dish was tapas I had a side of the mashed potatoes which paired so well and was just great. My husband had the smothered pork chop which was great with delicious mushrooms on top but we both agreed mine was the show stopper. We were so full we couldn't do dessert but it smelled amazing at other tables. read more

Dinner our first night in Asheville. Sat at high top by the bar. Ordered 4 appetizers and a dessert for the two sides of us, it was filling. We had cornbread, fried green tomatoes, crispy pork belly, salmon cakes and peach cobbler. Everything was delicious. read more

Benne On Eagle - Crispy pork belly, fried green tomatoes and salmon cakes - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

We were staying at the Foundry so took the opportunity to have dinner at Benne on Eagle during a thunderstorm. The service was great and the food was delicious. Definitely try the sweet potato hush puppies - they were absolute heaven! It wasn't too crowded on a Saturday night and were able to walk in without a reservation. read more

Benne On Eagle - Hush puppies - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Stopped in for brunch after walking by with my dog. We were able to sit on the back patio in the shade. The shrimp and grits were delicious and the service was friendly. read more

I ate dinner at Bene yesterday and enjoyed the experience. The relaxing atmosphere, eye-catching interior, and friendly and helpful staff all contributed to a great time. The food also made the experience wonderful. Highlights of the meal were the Sorrel Tea, Seared Octopus, Roasted Broccolini & Palm Oil Caesar, Moqueca & Camaro, and Plantains Foster. These items were flavorful and filling. I highly recommend Bene and will eat there again without question! read more

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At John Fleer's latest Asheville outpost, "Southern Soul Food" is elevated and modernized, but never loses its simple charm. The front of the house was impeccable. The hostess was warm and authentic, making me feel at home immediately. My server had a thorough knowledge of the menu, and was personable, attentive, and fun. The menu lacked vegetarian entrees, but that wasn't altogether unexpected given the type of cuisine offered. While I hope the menu will expand to include meatless options as time passes (humble suggestion for the chef: @noevilfoods chicken and dumplings), I didn't go hungry by any means. The akara fritters, made from black-eyed peas, were accented beautifully by a spicy yoghurt sauce and a sorghum mustard, both of which were fantastic - I couldn't pick a favorite between them. The beans and cornbread reminded me of a hundred southern meals from my childhood - harmonious flavors and familiar textures were at the forefront, and I can picture my grandma taking just such a dish to potluck. The macaroni and cheese was perfection. It came to the table piping hot, still bubbling from the oven, and served in a cast-iron container. The rich cheddar came alive with a bit of spicy heat (cayenne, perhaps?) in the sauce. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal at Benne on Eagle, and I'm pretty sure you will too. read more

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I give a 5 stars to the chef. The breakfast was delicious. We had the mushroom toast and the parfait. Unfortunately, for a high-end breakfast establishment, they did not serve any specialty coffees like lattes, cappuccinos, etc. We ordered regular coffee. The server brought the coffee, and she did not bring us a spoon. We had very little cream for the two of us. The server disappeared for almost the entire time. She never asked to refill our coffee, and the hostess had to come by and help. The coffee was $4.00 a cup, even though it was not very good coffee. So, we spent $8.00 for bad coffee with no refills. The atmosphere was beautiful. The food and chefs did a fabulous job. The food server never came back after dropping off her bill, and she did not say much. Maybe she was having an off-day. We did tip her nevertheless, but the service had a lot to be desired. And, regular coffee that was not good coffee (and no refills by the server), should not cost $8.00. That's our honest review. The hostess and chefs were excellent. The food wonderful. The server frustrated our experience. read more

Wish I could give this restaurant ten stars. We didn't see it written about on any recommendations for brunch and it's by far the best breakfast/brunch we had on an entire week trip to Asheville. You can tell each dish is created with love and Mark our server was a pleasure to speak with. Even the hostess was super sweet. Get here early on weekdays because breakfast is done at 11am but on the weekends it's later which is why we got here then. I wish we had been sooner because now I want to try dinner too but we are heading back home now. I hope this place one day has a line out the door to support the amazing work this entire crew is doing. read more

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Terrific food, excellent staff. I had the shrimp and scallop purloo, and my husband tried the persimmon pork. His was gone before I got a chance to try it. He said it was delicious and the cabbage was particularly outstanding. My shrimp and scallops were perfect. Don't miss the hummingbird cake! read more

Benne On Eagle - Shrimp and scallop purloo - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Benne on Eagle is a new restaurant, part of the Foundry Hotel. The space is pretty big with high ceilings and an industrial decor. Still, it has warmth and a cozy atmosphere. I believe it's owned by the same people who own Rhubarb. The food is a mixture of Southern, Appalachian and African with other influences. We had the gumbo, the catfish with waffles and the steak. I really liked all three but the waffles were amazing. Service was attentive and friendly with lots of information about the ingredients and the place itself. We saw the dishes that other people were having and everything looked great. I got some serious pork chop envy. So I know what I will order next time. It's nice to have another charming place in Asheville. read more

We went for a girls night to celebrate a birthday. There were eight of us the food came out quickly, and we all felt well taken care of. The drinks are delicious. The portions are gigantic. I personally had the local trout and cornbread dish, and it was amazing. read more

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Our company rented out the entire restaurant. There was a set menu but it was super yummy. The beef tournedos was splendid and the buttercream cake was so worth the calories. I will say that you will enjoy this place more if you are willing to try new flavors and combinations. This was not my husbands favorite but he is a more traditional steak and potato kind of guy. He was a trooper and tried everything that was put in front of him. read more

We were in town doing the Candlelight Tour at Biltmore, found the place online and really loved it. The service was timely and helpful. Being able to see the kitchen is always a plus for me too. We had the short ribs and the succotash. The short ribs were perfect, tender and flavorful. The succotash was a tad bit salty, but the flavor of the dish with the wide variety of ingredients helped compensate. Each bite garnered an "hmmmm" from me (lol) and that's not normal for me. Additionally, the atmosphere was enhanced by the portraits on the wall paying homage to female restaurateurs in the region. The manager was kind enough to stop by the table and share some history of the restaurant ... that helped make the visit special. read more

Benne On Eagle - Paintings on the wall. - Southern Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Disappointing. The drinks were great. My mother-in-law said the kale salad was fantastic. The cornbread was good. Everything else was lackluster. A lot of it was cooked inconsistently. Chicken and dumplings: the carrots were mostly undercooked to the point I couldn't cut one with a fork or butter knife, some were cooked well. The dumplings were dry and tasted like flour. The dish overall was sad. Steak and peppers: requested the steak be med and it was well, with maybe 1-3 pieces med/well. The peppers were too acidic. Cauliflower: the menu said it was roasted, the texted seemed boiled. It was also sitting in a bowl of broth which didn't help the texture. It felt like a (very) chunky soup. The mushrooms had to have been boiled. Salmon cakes: the egg salad type bedding/sauce was good until an overwhelming spice kicked it. I'm a fan of heat but this took over to the point where the flavor was lost. Practically zero dairy free items-- which is fine but just something to note. I do my research when picking restaurants (especially) on vacation. This was recommend in a bon appetite group on Facebook. I have a bone to pick on my wasted dinner... read more