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    Brooks Tavern

    4.3 (438 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    BROOKS TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Fish and chips
    Carl S.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very quaint pub like restaurant and bar that is enchanting. Feels like an establishment you would see in London.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The Hand cut fries are great. The sandwich and salads were delicious. The fried seafood options were very good and very plentiful. The cheesecake options were good to finish the evening. The staff were friendly and accommodating. You've got to try the fried green beans for appetizer too. They were amazing.

    Jennifer P.

    Back again yesterday and tried some new things. Loved the chicken Caesar wrap, it was a nice light meal and added the homemade chips as well. Husband had the chicken fingers and fries and said the chicken was really good and not greasy at all. The diet cokes were better this time and we also had Sarah as our server, she was so sweet and friendly she seemed like she was all alone and waiting on all of the tables inside and out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside because it was so busy there wasn't room and she did not forget about us ever.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] She made sure our drinks were always filled and we had everything we needed. She even brought us to go drinks when we were done. Definitely wanted to mention her because she really went above and beyond when she was stretched thin and did it with a smile on her face.

    Claira C.

    Staff were friendly and the food was decent. Nothing crazy and definitely a little expensive for what you got. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The tavern itself though was really cute and rustic feeling[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].

    Wedge salad
    Beth B.

    Pros: the service was excellent and the food to table time was fast. Everything tasted good. We also enjoyed the corn cob rib appetizer. Cons: [[HIGHLIGHT]]the table for 6 of us felt squished as we were tucked in the front window.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The prices were really high. The black & bleu burger didn't taste like it had any blackened seasoning and the bleu cheese didn't have much flavor either.

    Patricia D.

    Awesome local spot with a wide array of menu items to choose from. They are open for breakfast and lunch and I heard from several regulars that the steaks were great! We stopped in for a quick drink and ordered the candied bacon. The drinks were made well and the bacon had good flavor but was cold and may have sat in the grease for a little longer than needed. The staff were friendly and the restaurant would be perfect for a date night. Overall, a good experience!

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    Felicia S.

    Stopped in for dinner after a long drive into the area. Best monte cristo ever according to my husband and son. I loved the burger and even though the jalapeno poppers weren't what I was expecting they were absolutely fabulous! Fries and potato salad also superb flavor!! New favorite place to stop!

    Brunch BLT with beer cheese
    Britt D.

    Came here today for lunch after car shopping !! What a neat gem in the heart of Hendersonville. I kept glancing over at what everyone else was ordering and everything looked amazing. We ordered off the brunch menu--we loved what we ordered. I would come back again!

    Perfectly cooked medium burger!!!!

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    Great food and super service. Really good menu choices, I'm confident you can find several things you'd enjoy.

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    Great food and reasonable prices. Early Saturday brunch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Mobbed by noon.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will return for sure

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    Thank you so much your kind and funny reviews!

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    Many would disagree with you Fred.

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    Ask the Community - Brooks Tavern

    Is the restaurant pet friendly?

    Too small inside.. but has two tables outside to accommodate pet

    Do you take reservations?

    Unfortunately since we are too small we cannot take reservations. However you can call ahead to see what the wait times usually are.

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    Four of us went the other evening for dinner and drinks, it wasn't very busy. The bartender/waiter…read moremade us feel like we were an inconvenience. The food and drinks were fantastic. My daughter and I shared the burrata pizza, others had the caprese salad and hummus platter. When the bill arrived, it was on top of a notebook that had really vulgar words on it (yes, I know it's 21+ but it's a business) when my mom mentioned it, the waiter said "you should see the inside" and walked away.

    I am so happy my family stumbled upon this place! After dinner, we were wanting to go somewhere to…read moregrab a drink and talk (the place we went to for dinner was pretty loud so we couldn't hear each other well). That being said, we wanted a quieter setting. There was a band playing when we arrived but saw there was outside seating which was perfect because we enjoyed the music that was being played, but again, we wanted to talk. The porch was a perfect place to do both! The music was loud enough we could hear it but quiet enough that we had a wonderful time, drinking our wine/cocktails and hanging out. The inside was also super chill because it's dimly lit and there are two bar areas. If we lived closer, I could see my husband and I coming here often for a date spot or with friends! When we arrived, one of the staff members was helpful because we hadn't been here before so we weren't sure where to order. We went to the bar as instructed and ordered our drinks. My aunt and I both ordered a glass of wine--she had a sav. Blanc and I got the Prosecco. The guys ordered a dark and stormy, the hibiscus house cocktail, and a Manhattan. We all enjoyed our drinks thoroughly! If you are visiting the area, stop by!!

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    Shine

    Shine

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    We showed up without a reservation and told it would be a 30 minute wait, but looking at the menu…read morewe thought it worth the wait. Surprised that we got in less than 15 minutes later. The food was amazing. The staff, Naomi, was very attentive and got our orders as we wanted. The ambience was cool, a bit on the loud side. But considering how popular this place appears to be , it's understandable. Will definitely return.

    We came here to celebrate a friend and left feeling pretty disappointed. The interior was nice, and…read moreour waitress was friendly, but she didn't check on us as often as we would have liked. Our water and drinks were empty multiple times. Unfortunately, the food was underwhelming and extremely overpriced, especially for Hendersonville. I ordered the banh mi and wouldn't recommend it. The small sandwich was overwhelmed with mayo and lacked the traditional Vietnamese flavors I was expecting. To make matters worse, it was $18 and didn't even come with a side which felt unreasonable. For that price, I would much rather dine at Postero across the street. The restaurant asked if we were celebrating anything, and we mentioned a major accomplishment for our friend. While the waitress acknowledged it several times which was kind it was disappointing to learn that there was no complimentary dessert or gesture. At that point, repeatedly bringing it up felt unnecessary. Given the high reviews, I expected a much better experience. Unfortunately, I don't see myself returning.

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    Downstairs bar
    Downstairs bar
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    Bulgogi Beef dish
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    Fish and chips came out fresh, hot and crispy. My husband, who's British and used to pub food, had…read morebangers and mash. He thought the gravy was good, bangers were just ok and the bed of cabbage was way overcooked and mushy. He appreciates that they pull a good pint of Guinness. As locals, we will always return, but the place sorely needs a refresh. It feels tired, and somewhat uncared for. Paint and a deep cleaning, especially in the restrooms, would really be beneficial.

    Today is Saturday, July 4, 2026, Hendersonville is having a festival, and we were in town and we…read morehave eaten at Hannah Flanigan's in the past we figured we'd go there for lunch, we got there at 1:15 pm, the place was half packed, We took a few minutes to decide what we wanted. I ordered a Smithwick's ale and my wife got a Diet Coke. A waitress who spent a fair amount of time chit chatting with the table next to us while we waited, finally asked what we wanted for lunch. I love their corned beef and cabbage soup I ordered a bowl of that, and I ordered the fish sandwich with a side of zesty fried pickles and jalapeños, my wife ordered the traditional Fish and chips. 3 items right easy enough to remember? Took about 15 to 20 minutes for our food to come out the waitress set my wife's fish and chips in front of her. She set my fish sandwich in front of me, and said will there be anything else? I said yes please scratch the soup I ordered, the shocked look on her face said it all, "I'll go get it right now", um NO I wanted an appetizer, not soup and sandwich. 2 of 3 items The fish and chips were as good as they always are, however, the fish sandwich was below par and had a weird Spice in the batter that I didn't care for. I ate half of it and left the rest. my wife was full after eating one of the two pieces of fish so I finished off the other piece. The fries used to be steak cut, they used to be great. Now they went to some weird curly thin cut, which are easily overcooked. In my opinion the spicy pickles and jalapeños were dry and over fried. The bill came to $42, for which I would have left a 18% tip $7.5, divide that by 3 (items) I left $5 tip, 2 out of 3. I don't think we'll be coming back. So sad we used to love this place. But in this day and age, no one cares.

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    Fish and chips
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    We were seated right away. A little annoyed that our party of 5 was seated at a small corner booth…read moretable. Ended up using the back of the booth for our water bottle and condiments and still struggled for space. Buffalo wings were good but not exactly Buffalo. No buttery spicy hot sauce. It was more peppery than buffalo. Wings were cooked perfectly though Reuben is excellent as are the jalapeno Mac bites. Cheese dip was also excellent but we (and the table next to us) had to ask for more chips. Not portioned terribly well. Beer options were very slim (2 on tap from what it gathered). I'm sure there were plenty of bottled options but draft was disappointing. We ordered the ale but they tapped out and brought us brown ale. At 5pm...only a brown and stout on tap. Overall, it was a pretty middling experience but the food was good and they offer a military appreciation discount.

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    Dog decor
    Dog decor
    Soft pretzel and jalapeño cheese
    Soft pretzel and jalapeño cheese
    They seat you and bring a chilled glass container with cold water

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    Posana

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    I can't say enough good things about Posana! The ambiance, service and food are all exactly what…read moreyou'd hope for during a celebratory dining experience. My fiancé took me here for my birthday, and I felt celebrated every step of the way. Our server Laura brought us a complimentary small bite before the meal and after dessert. She also made dessert super special and was kind and attentive the whole meal! The food was all phenomenal, I couldn't believe it was all gluten free. It felt very fresh due to the farm to table nature of the restaraunt. We started with the cheddar biscuits, which were a hit. My short rib with polenta and roast veggies was delectable and a very generous portion! Finally, we ordered 1 dessert but they brought us a trio. I was wowed by the cheesecake and olive oil cake! Would definitely return for date night or any other special occasion!

    From the very beginning, this restaurant set the standard for what true hospitality and…read moreprofessionalism should look like. I was in communication with Lindsay for over four months while exploring options for hosting my wedding dinner in their private dining space. Out of more than 10 venues and vendors we considered, she was the only one who consistently showed up with prompt, thoughtful, and genuinely kind communication. Every question I had--no matter how detailed or repetitive--was answered with patience and care. She made herself available through all my moments of uncertainty, which, as any out-of-state bride can attest, is invaluable. When we finally visited in person, Lindsay went above and beyond by accommodating us outside of regular scheduling. Her attentiveness and warmth never wavered. Planning a wedding from afar can feel overwhelming, but having someone like her in your corner brings a level of reassurance that cannot be overstated. Dinner itself was nothing short of exceptional. We were served by Tennille, who elevated the entire experience. She was engaging, knowledgeable, and incredibly personable. Every dish was presented with intention, and she took the time to walk us through ingredients , local farm sourced education and preparation in a way that made the meal feel curated and special. You can tell she genuinely cares about the guest experience--it shows in every interaction. After dinner, we visited their second location to explore their private dining options. There, we met Pierre, who matched the same level of service and hospitality. He went out of his way to not only show us the space, but also recommend local after-dinner spots that could enhance the overall experience for our bridal party. That level of thoughtfulness and big-picture thinking is rare. Bottom line: this team understands that they're not just serving food--they're creating experiences. If you're looking for a venue that delivers on service, communication, and unforgettable dining, this is it.

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    Posana Restaurant's exterior and patio located on Historic Pack Sq. in downtown Asheville.
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