Food was excellent. Sauce selection was great, left with 4 bottles of their homemade bbq. Our…read moreserver Jim was phenomenal. The Brisket melted like butter.

This was our first time at this location. We have been to the Dillsboro previously and loved it so…read morewe thought we'd give this location a try and what a great choice that was!! It doesn't look big on the outside but inside it set up to hold tons of tables. They do over take out as well so you can call ahead and for pick up or come in and order to go. We were able to be seated immediately around 1 pm on Saturday. Our waitress came right over to give us the specials and see if we had ever been before or had any questions on the sauces. We placed our food order and it wasn't too long until the we had the best smells right in front of us! I had the special, brisket tacos and he had the brisket sandwich! Every bite was tender and delicious!! Portion sizes were good and prices were decent. If you love tender and delicious BBQ then absolutely stop here!! If not move along and the leave the goods for the rest of us!

If you're anywhere near Dillsboro or Franklin and craving barbecue done right, do yourself a favor…read moreand head straight to Haywood Smokehouse. This place doesn't just serve food--they serve comfort, craftsmanship, and enough smoky goodness to make you wonder why you ever ate anywhere else. The star of my visit? The fried honey BBQ ribs. Good grief. These things should come with a warning label because once you take that first bite--crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in that sticky-sweet honey BBQ magic--you're officially ruined for all other ribs. They're the kind of ribs that make you pause mid-bite just to appreciate what's happening. Absolute perfection. The service was exceptional from the greeter that welcomed us when we walked in to our server (Paige). Everything else followed suit: hearty portions, rich smoky flavor throughout, and sides that taste like they came straight from someone's grandma's kitchen. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere cozy, and the whole experience felt like a hug delivered through barbecue. If you're looking for a place that feels authentic, delicious, and memorable, Haywood Smokehouse deserves a spot at the top of your list. And seriously--don't leave without getting those fried honey BBQ ribs. You'll be thinking about them long after the plate is empty.

Probably the best BBQ I've ever had. Cool little country place. The service was excellent and…read morefriendly. We sat outside with our dog in the shaded seating area. I felt that the pricing was quite fair, considering the extremely high quality. I tried the brisket and ribs and they were both top notch. Very highly recommended and worth going out of your way for a treat like this.

Visiting from out of state and gave this place a try. Definitely deserves its stars. Awesome food…read moreand service!

We wanted a sit-down restaurant, but we were very impressed with the food at Smoke On BBQ! Ribs and…read morebrisket were very well done. I loved the collards; very spicy.

A Hidden Gem for Truly Great BBQ…read more We decided to try Iron and Oak after reading some online reviews, and I'm so glad we did. This place is truly a hidden little gem, tucked right beside a brewery. You place your order outside, and there are several outdoor tables with heaters to keep you warm. Our server also let us know we were welcome to sit inside if we preferred, but we chose a cozy outdoor table right by a heater. It was perfect. My husband was craving ribs, and he hasn't stopped talking about them since. He said they were some of the best he's ever had -- tender, flavorful, and cooked just right. He ordered slaw as his side and really enjoyed it. I went with the pulled pork sandwich, and honestly, it was exceptional. The server asked if I wanted it with onions and pickles -- I said yes -- and then asked her to add slaw on top. She said "Of course!" with no hesitation and then took a moment to explain the whole routine since it was our first visit: where to get sauces, forks, napkins, and how they deliver your food to the table when it's ready. She was wonderful. The pulled pork itself was outstanding -- not one bit of fat, just tender, flavorful, perfectly cooked meat. Truly one of the best pulled pork sandwiches I've ever had. I chose potato salad as my side, and it was delicious -- definitely passed the test, since potato salad can be hit or miss at many places. I forgot to take pictures, but trust me: this place is worth the trip. If you're in the mood for BBQ, make the drive and enjoy what I would honestly call some of the best barbecue in Asheville.

This place is tucked beside a brewery so we stopped in for a bite & a beer. The customer service…read morewas good. The cashier seemed to invite any questions that we had. I was hungry so I grabbed a double cheeseburger. It was meaty, cheesy & oniony. The flavor wasn't too bad but didn't knock my socks off. The potato salad was good. My partner enjoyed their pulled pork sandwich! They only serve brisket on certain days so here's your heads up! If you can grab a seat close to a heater outside, you're set. They have a nice area to sit around the fire pit as well.

Excellent food! Deviled eggs were outstanding as was the fried okra. Staff was very friendly.read more

Yummy wings and yummy beer. You're able to order chicken wings by the piece if you're not up for…read moreeating a whole order, which is nice! We ordered a side of collared greens which we loved, and were recommended the mac & cheese, but it wasn't our favorite. We went in the late afternoon, so there was plenty of seating. You seat yourself and someone will come to the table to take your order. Service was fast and friendly, and we accomplished our goal of trying all of the sauces. All of the vinegar based/sour/spicy ones were our favorite!

A very clean establishment, perfect parking spot. And of course! very tasty, very at home cooking,…read moreand very reasonable price meals. I loved my "pulled pork". Patrick our server was extremely pleasant and attentive. Thank you, and for God's sake keep this great place going.

Had a nice dinner this week at CR Smokehouse. We went early, there wasn't a crowd which was great…read more They can get busy (because their food is so awesome). Our server and bartender Jessica was really friendly and engaging. Made us feel welcome. Would highly recommend you try it out, especially if you haven't been back since Helene hit.

March 25, 2026 Black Bear reopened yippee!!! It is so exciting to see them reopen since the…read moreDecember fire. The crew is still there, many have worked together for the last five years! New equipment, new layout, new chairs, and tables for the outside and a future put put for the kiddos I think. The menu and selection is as good as we remember!! We so missed you!! Thank you for the refreshed look and excellent barbecue!! The sides are delicious,,, grand kids love the Ribs and Mac n cheese! Welcome back!

Vegans rejoice! A great spot that has multiple vegan options and is perfect for your omnivorous…read moredining companions. The outdoor seating is comfortable and was not in the sun at 2-3pm when we visited. I love the Maine Root sodas on tap. The bathroom was clean. Service was fast and friendly. Would definitely return here!

Nice atmosphere, great people, and delicious food make this a definite must-stop place for a…read morefabulous food experience.

Highlands Smokehouse in Highlands, NC gets a solid 4 stars from us. We tried the brisket sandwich,…read moreand it was definitely the highlight--tender, flavorful, and worth ordering again. The prices are reasonable for the area, and overall the food quality was good. The only thing that kept it from a full 5 stars was the service. The staff wasn't unfriendly, but they also weren't especially warm or engaging--just kind of neutral. That said, if you're in Highlands and craving BBQ, it's still a great spot to check out. Good food, fair prices, and a satisfying meal overall.

Yes! Yes! Yes! I don't understand why when visiting NC, it's so difficult to find a BBQ place that…read morehas NC-style (vinegar) BBQ sauce! You can certainly get it here and it is amazing. Smokey & the Pig exceeded expectations with the pulled pork, coleslaw, collard greens, and hush puppies! So good!

Pulled Pork, Brisket, and Chicken All the meats were very…read moregood......especially the Brisket. You could taste the smoke flavor in the meats. The Brisket was smoked to perfection. (The Brisket is hiding up under the red and white paper..... sorry). I ordered the hot sauce to use on all the meats. The sauce was in good addition but was not hot in my opinion. Sweet Potato Crunch - Very flavorful. Nice mix of cinnamon and crunch (nuts) Baked Beans - Not a fan, needs work. Taste straight out the can without sprucing it up. I didn't get the chance to try to hush puppies because they weren't done cooking and I didn't have time to wait any longer. I'll have to add this to the list of top five barbecue joints in Asheville. #GratuityAdded #AshevilleBBQ. #Ashevillefoodies #BigBacksgottaEat #ExploreAsheville #SmokeyandthePig #traveleats #brisket #meatlover #pulledpork #bbqtime #EatdrinkAsheville #MLKWeekend #clttravels #avl #avltoday #RipItFriday #ashevillelocal #nc #blueridgemountains #downtownasheville #avleats #exploreasheville #ashevillestrong #ashevillefoodie #shoplocal #ncmountains #driveforfood #FridayVibes #CapricornSeason