My husband and I visited the Brandy Bar on a whim. We were greeted like we were family, Brenda the…read moreowner was so welcoming. We ordered drinks (normally were Bourbon drinkers) we learned they make Brandy drinks to resemble Bourbon drinks, ordered (2) Old Fashions they were great! Could not tell the difference between the normal Bourbon vs Brandy. The whole atmosphere and setting reminds me of Cheer's bar, many regulars and everyone is your friend. Bart the bartender could show more enthusiasm for being a bartender.

Owner was very knowledgeable of Brandy and great conversation and education on different option…read more Bartender seemed to be a little annoyed on making drinks and not very interactive at all for a small place. If you are looking for a local spot, with local people this is your spot. Will be coming back as I am always looking for the local place versus the commercial overpriced bar, it has its imperfections but that also adds to its appeal in a certain way.

Beautiful!!! Enjoyed my time at The Observatory. We attempted to sit out side but the wind and lack…read moreof sun due to cloud coverage had other plans for us and moved us inside! lol! It was nice for the 10 minutes we did last. The view is great and the inside reminds me of a French cafe with giant floor to ceiling windows and doers. There was a small two person table perfectly centered near the windows that overlooked the outside city. I would you have taken a photo but there were people sitting there lost in the pure bliss of that spot and each other. It was beautiful Anyway...onto the food. It was wonderful. Had the sliders and the kale salad. That salad was DELICIOUS and huge. They do take reservations but if you go later on in the night, you can find a spot at the bar!! Have fun!!

Too crowded and views are worth the expense/ experience…read more We found the food OK and the service good!

The bartenders were fantastic. Great cocktails, great service, pleasant ambiance. One of the best…read morelocal spots.

Need a break from all the fun stores? Stop at this beautiful and yummy bar/coffee shop tucked away…read morein downtown Black Mountain. So many options to order! Lattes, chai tea, wine, mimosas, cocktails, beer! They even have specials! Wednesdays is $5 wine glasses. Thursday's is $3 lattes. Sundays have $5 mimosas. My friend ordered an iced chai tea with oat milk and said it's the best chai tea she's EVER had. I ordered a glass of the sauv blanc, as recommended by the bartender and it was delish crisp and delightful. Perfect for an intensely warm day!

This place!!! What a gem - my husband and I spent the summer…read morein the Hendersonville area from Dallas, this was the best. My husband, not a salad guy, actually stopped the manager as well as went into the open kitchen to give utmost compliments on the BEST salad he has ever had. Also indulged in crab cake special and the short rib meatloaf - regular menu item. We both finished our plates. Taste, portion were ideal. Service was attentive by many who passed our table. Vibe was chill, good music, people were happy. Will be back when we are in town.

Based on a fabulous first experience at Root And Bone several months ago, I was excited for a…read moresecond visit while back in the area. It couldn't have been more disappointing. I ordered the chicken pot pie, which was absolutely delicious the first time I had it -- big chunks of white meat chicken, lots of veggies, wonderful flavor. Last night, I remembered why I typically don't eat chicken pot pie. Literally nothing but crust, a few small pieces of chicken and a handful of peas and carrots. $19. Shame on me for not sending it back. I told my server how disappointed I was. His response? I'll let the kitchen know. When he returned with my bill I was offered a free dessert. Are you kidding me? I had to go find dinner. No discount or apology. Very dismissive. Additionally, the restaurant was way too warm. Cost cutting all the way around? Definitely avoid!

Imagine if Edgar Allan Poe had a bar in his home, that is the best way I can describe The Crow &…read moreQuill. Walking in the door, it feels like you step back in time and the attention to detail in the design is top notch. You order from the bar and the staff was friendly and inviting. The craft cocktails were delicious, I would recommend The Centerfold, and they carry a very impressive stock of bourbon and whiskey. This place is a vibe, highly recommend you check it out.

The hubs and I had a great time enjoying a night cap and great live music at Crow & Quill! Full…read moredisclosure, I hate cover charges as I'm a (post-grad adult) local business lover who wouldn't dream of not patronizing the business I'm visiting, but I do fully support live music so when reached the door to be greeted with the "hi, there's a $10 cover per person for the band" I wasn't deterred, but only mildly annoyed as my visit wasn't based on a band (that I may or may not enjoy) but simply for the hopes of enjoying great craft cocktails and a speakeasy vibe as a tourist visiting a nice establishment. In my opinion: I should patronize the business and tip the band if I like them, and the business that hired them should pay them. No? With that, I'd bookmarked Crow & Quill on my Asheville to-do list and walked over from our hotel, so we paid and proceeded to the bar. After grabbing our first round, we were fortunate to find great seats in the packed house. Thankfully, I enjoyed the "surprise band" and they added to our first experience (and our tab) at Crow & Quill. lol... Cheers!

As far as cigar lunges/shops go this is top notch. The offering of indoor and outdoor patio seating…read moreis very well thought out. A full bar with dedicated bar tender and helpful and friendly staff make quite a difference. A large walk in humidor with a great selection of mild to full body cigars with some hard to find offerings. A full selection of pipes as well as pipe tobacco you don't normally see available. Stop in have a drink, enjoy a smoke and relax for a while.

Very courteous and helpful !! The gentleman explained the rewards program and invited me to chill…read morein the lounge if I just want to escape for a few.

This sweet little unassuming place has become a staple breakfast treat for us. It's at the head of…read morethe block at Main Street across from Mast General. There may be a line, but it's worth the wait. It's quaint, fairly priced, and has great coffee-hard to find in a breakfast place sometimes-and the food is absolutely delicious. The service is so efficient and timely, but you don't feel rushed. All of the wait staff are super friendly and attentive. This is a family business and you get a sense of that vibe from the moment you get there. If you are looking for a great breakfast restaurant in Hendersonville, this is your game!

We came here for a quick lunch during our day trip in Hendersonville…read more Atmosphere: We sat outside under the shade of some trees and enjoyed the beautiful weather while here. It looked like they had ample seating inside too. Service: Everyone we encountered was super friendly. The place was very clean! Food: They have a wide variety of food options. They have lots of great breakfast and lunch options. They also have an extensive coffee menu. I had their 'Tomato Bisque with Grilled Cheese'. It was delicious! I will definitely come back if we are in the area. They have high chairs for little ones!

We had a wonderful dinner, the food was amazing and the servers were great also, will go back!read more

We have been to this restaurant several times. This year was our second Valentine's Day dinner here…read moreand food was delicious. We always crave the crab crakes, which are a special treat when they have them. We had the Gorgonzola gnocchi, which just melts in your mouth. They are so creamy. We both had the lobster tail entree. The entire meal was exceptional as well as the service. Hope that the chef will be able to open the restaurant on a full-time basis.

Farmese Cocktail Lounge was such a fun little find while exploring Asheville!…read more Walking in and heading downstairs gives it a cozy, hidden-gem feel. The lounge is stylish, comfortable, and a great place to escape the heat for a bit. The bartender was friendly, the cocktails were well made, and although the drinks were a little on the pricey side, they were worth it for the atmosphere and service. We didn't stay long, but we really enjoyed our stop. If you're looking for a cozy cocktail lounge in downtown Asheville, this one is definitely worth checking out.

Really cool bar in basement under Bru coffee. Unique cocktails never seen before. Had a Fernet…read morebased cocktail for the first time - I usually just shoot it haha. Great bar tenders - know their stuff.

They had Maine Lunch on tap and the vibes were immaculate and they kept us cool on a hot dayread more

I rolled into Blue Ridge Beer Garden after a long drive, coming to see my parent's new…read moreHendersonville house for the first time & knowing nothing about the place. In the 1.5 years since, it's still the place I most often come back to in Hendersonville, despite sampling the food and beer at basically every place in town! I love the ambiance of the old converted gas station, the fact that you can sit inside or outside (and on chilly days, they don't skimp on the heaters) and the carousel of great food trucks that are always there. I love that you're not limited to one brewery's offerings, and instead have options from local NC establishments to interesting brews from all over the country. The bartenders know their regulars and are absolutely awesome, and I LOVE that I can take my pup, take my family, take my laptop---whatever the circumstances, Blue Ridge Beer Garden is the place to be. ALSO, it should be noted that in sleepy Hendo (where some restaurants close as early as 8 pm--why??), Blue Ridge Beer Garden is blessedly open till 10.