This is one of my and my wife's favorite bars in our local neighborhood. The drink prices are…read morevery reasonable and the beer selection is always good Outside sitting area is awesome place, viewing the mountains and sunset , to imbibe a beer or mixed drink. The bartenders are uber friendly.

I attended the final World Cup watch party outside in the pitch. I asked the guy working the tent…read morewith the coolers which flavors of Fruit Smash they had because I wanted to choose one I would actually enjoy. The guy working immediately came across as irritated. He told me they had just dumped the cans into the cooler and didn't know what flavors were in there. He then glanced over at the cooler, looked back at me, and essentially said, "Yeah, sorry, I can't tell you," without opening it or checking. I also work in hospitality, so I understand that customers ask questions that can feel repetitive or inconvenient. I'm often on the other side of the bar, and I know it can be busy. At the same time, I also understand the customer's perspective. If there are multiple flavors of a drink, it's reasonable just to want to know what's available before ordering. Most people would rather choose something they know they'll enjoy than pay for something they don't like. Instead of taking a few seconds to check, I felt like my question was treated as an inconvenience. I left feeling unwelcome, honestly a little rejected, and even embarrassed for asking what I thought was a reasonable question. I ended up ordering a beer instead, and left shortly after finishing it. My friend and I went to Green Man and had a much friendlier experience. I hope this was just an off day, but I also hope staff will take a moment to help customers with basic questions in the future. Small interactions like these can make a big difference in how welcome someone feels.

Great brunch here! The brunch menu rotates so you always have the opportunity to try something new…read moreand delicious. The staff that works here are all very friendly and they have some super talented chefs in the back. I love the Mimosa and bloody Mary bar which allow you to get creative with your own alcohol. They also have a little backyard patio which I believe is dog friendly. This is one of those places that you need a membership for so be prepared to sign in at the door. Periodically they do art shows for local artists and I believe sometimes they have live music as well although I usually just visit on Sundays in the morning for brunch. Something that has surprised me, however, is that small children are allowed to run around the bar. In my experience people under 18 or even 21 are not usually allowed in bars but perhaps this place is an exception because they serve food. If you're looking for a delicious brunch menu at 10:30 AM on a Sunday the De Soto lounge is the place to be. Just don't be that guy that brings their kids.

Dive bar atmosphere. Cold beer. Games in the back. Nothing fancy. Makes you sign in when you enter-…read morenot sure why. Guess they have a nice patio in back. Ordered at the bar. No problem with service. Only 6 beers on tap- i got a Michelob ultra can. Would come back but not at the top of my list.

Nice views of downtown with separate entrances along the roof. No umbrellas which makes it…read moredifficult to stay for any extended amount of time on a sunny day. Very limited cocktail menu - five drinks. I had to ask the bartender to modify one on the menu.

***This review is just for the drinks and views.***…read more It was two alcoholic beverages for me and two mocktails for my husband. We enjoyed them all plus the views and our experiences with the bartenders. I recommend checking this spot out if you are looking for a rooftop experience.

Great new local bar with different daily food trucks and weekly music. Fresh beer, friendly…read morepeople, and a modern but cozy decor make this place a new local favorite! Candler really needed this! Great outdoor seating too!

I went to scratch ankle for first time. Music on piped in way to loud, no ability to select music…read more Drinks are expensive and the food truck was lobster rolls, I got the lobster quesadilla, awful tasted fishy and I love lobster. Way too expensive overall not good ambiance. However I met someone who may be a future landlord!

After years of Dalton Distillery being open, I finally made it a point to go try it out for a…read morepre-dinner drink. When I entered the establishment I was wowed at how cool the space is, I had no idea and honestly didn't have high expectations. The bar is decorated really cool with geometric wall designs and a giant hexagonal opening leading from one room to the other. Dalton Distillery also has Ping-Pong, a pool table, and video games. I had no idea. As I walked in, I was immediately curious as to how this place isn't more popular. There is plenty of seating with lots of chairs and a few couches. The Distillery is decorated with some cool furniture too and has some colorful graffiti murals. I am a very visual person and this place was surprisingly awesome inside. I'd love to come back with a group of friends for some Ping-pong and pool games! I was very happy to hear that my bourbon and gingers were only $4, a great deal that is a rarity in/near downtown Asheville. My friend ordered some of their housemade rum in a cocktail that neither of us enjoyed, but they have a pretty good beer selection so he left happy anyway. Overall this place was great and I can't wait to check it out again. I had to give Dalton Distillery 4 stars rather than 5 because the bartender was very unfriendly. I asked him many questions about the rum. I was very interested considering that they are a distillery and that is what they make, but he seemed annoyed by my questions and barely answered them. He talked to me in a way that was very arrogant and dismissive. I'd like to hope that next time I go in there is a different bartender or he has a better demeanor. Servers and bartenders play the role of being the face/representative of an establishment and for my first experience being here, there was not a good representation.

The name of this place is deceiving. It seems like a place to get cocktails but really it's a dive…read morebar- definitely wasn't what I thought it was. Others places to go rather than here

This is a hidden gem in Fairview. The owners are fun & amazing. They offer try-before-you-buy wine…read moresamples. Fantastic selection of wine to drink onsite, or retail bottles to take home. Plus unique art & gifts and a fabulous party room for a game night or book club.

I am a huge fan of Rooted in Wine! I love the ambiance, the beautiful plants,…read more the delicious food, and of course the wine! I recommend the wonderful olive oils from Italy. We tried the vegan cheese and loved it so much we got 2. The tomato plants we got there are now flourishing in my garden (more so than the others). I also bought earrings there from one of the local artists they support there and I LOVE them! The owners are so fun, friendly and knowledgeable! I would highly recommend Rooted in Wine to anyone looking for a unique and wonderful gift or an extra-special treat for themselves! Five stars but I'd give them more if I could!

Fun spot, good people!!! I would recommend, for a beer in the sun...True southern dive bar!read more

This is a true down home neighborhood bar. It's the kind of spot that patrons that frequented the…read moreplace for many years get off of work and go grab a drink. I love coming here for Karaoke and trivia. For the nights there aren't events you can listen to your favorite tunes on the TouchTunes box. No frills kind of spot with darts and pool table as well. Amazing bartenders. The staff really makes a place and I adore the bartenders here. They are always taking such good care of their people. It's hard not to have a smile on your face when you're cracking jokes with these amazing people. Full bar and even has the Altamont Deli connected. Love that I can get food play pool and sing my heart out in a place that no one is gonna judge and everyone is there to have a good time.

My best friend and I were in West Asheville looking for a spot in between dinner and our late…read moreevening cocktail bar. The original spot we wanted to check out was closed, so The Whale was such a perfect last second gem for us. We went on a Thursday evening and they had live DJs in the outdoor section which was so nice. We ordered our drinks inside with a very kind bartender. They had a variety of beers from all over to choose from. It seemed to be attached to Haywood Common Kitchen, so you can get food from there. My best friend got a beer she enjoyed and I tried a unique sour. The outdoor seating was plentiful and there were a lot of people enjoying the great weather and music. I'd recommend this spot.

The Whale is located in West Asheville and is known for having unique…read more international and regional beers. I learned a "whale" refers to an exceptionally rare beer. They have rotating beers on tap, and wine, ciders and seltzers. They have something for everyone. They have indoor seating and large outdoor area, and they are dog friendly. The bartender was very nice, patient and offered suggestions. They do not have food, but they are located next to Haywood Common.