Wish Yelp would allow half stars as this one is truly 3.5 . Three of us ate here this evening and…read morewere fairly happy with our food. None of us enjoyed the cole slaw offering and I found the hush puppies way to sweet for my liking. All fish and chicken was very good but the clam chowder was very watery and not at all very appealing to the eye. We would return another time and perhaps try something else on the menu..

So I came here with the intentions of absolutely shredding this place in the reviews. First I want…read moreto thank the manager who did her best to make things right and also the server who was very nice and a sweet younger lady. I still tipped her. Now for the stuff that really needs to be fixed. I think it's may be the cook staff or maybe a little of who is ordering? I am not sure but the food was horrific! The crab dip which we didn't complain about and paid was more like all vegetables and just tiny bit of crab but not what you expect for crab. It is like they are just dropping filler in to cut cost but they are cutting quality and in this business is a good way to ruin a place for years. The oysters Rockefeller came out and I am not sure what they were but Rockefeller they were not! No cream, no cheese, just a few pieces of spinach maybe some over cooked bacon and oysters so dry and hard even the butter bath couldn't save them. The cook that sent this out should find a new job! Period! My friend got scallops and shrimp. The shrimp rubber and dry as well as a bit shrimpy smelling as if not very fresh. The scallops smelled off... BAD off like they may have been out of date or something. She ate one and at this point we are hoping our trip isn't cut short because she started feeling sick after one. We thought about waiting to write this review in case food poisoning would be part of the review. If we don't update it, assume she made it through the night. Now for the positive, the baked potato was edible and the clam chowder they brought me to replace my "oysters Rockefeller" was ok...not the best I have had but not the worst. We had seen some older reviews that were very positive but we forgot the golden rule about always looking at the recent reviews rather than the average of all reviews. Our close we both overlooked with seafood when red flags are concerned. They had tartar sauce on the table not refrigerated which it should be! That should have been the clue which would normally be a sign to not even order. Again props to the manager for making it right and the server was precious. All and all 2 stars just because they tried to make things right. We are not those people that complain for free food. Honestly we usually tip 25% and even if something isn't great we will not not go back but this cooking staff... I don't know. They have some major changes they need to make.

We cut our Savannah Trip short and pivoted to Asheville. She had mentioned the Lobster Trap, so we…read morewalked there. It was a Saturday night so we weren't sure if a table or bar seats would be available. The incredibly polite hosts said they would see what could be done, and less than 10 minutes later we had a lovely table. The restaurant is exceptionally clean and the staff was the epitomy of professional. There was also live music (a nice bonus), but not loud enough to detract from a conversation. Let me tell ya, if you like seafood get your butt to the Lobster Trap. The oysters were very fresh and delectable. The blackened snapper and coconut crusted halibut were to die for. Seriously one of the better meals of my 42 years. Albeit, somewhere pricy, but honestly well worth it (especially when on vacation). Get on down to the Lobster Trap and you will not regret it. Cheers!

A must do every time we come to Asheville. Never disappoints and folks are friendly and attentive…read moreduring your stay! My wife & I are celebrating our 45th Wedding Anniversary and have come to Asheville to go to all our favorite places and this is top of the list. To celebrate we split the triple tower which is loaded with fresh clams, oysters, shrimp, stone crab, snow crab @ lobster. All cooked & chilled to perfection! The place always has a nice vibe and the ambience is a seafood vibe with maybe a bit of old bar feel. If you are in Asheville or planning on coming to Asheville put this on the list for one of your dinner spots!

For context, I'm a South Louisiana gal, who's lived in Los Angeles for 23 years. I've spent the…read moreentire summer here, and I cook...A LOT. The catfish is the best I've had in Asheville, so far. I've tried Good Hot Fish, some of the other oyster houses and the po-boys at Sunny Point, but Crab du Jour is my fave, when it comes to catfish. Everyone is cordial and accommodating here. The sweet potatoes could use a little soul food mama help, but otherwise, everything I've had here has been delicious, from the clams, mussels, shrimp, sausage, corn and potatoes. Selfishly, I want the crawfish season to last longer, but I don't know the choreography of the rain dances to extend that season, so here we are with frozen IQFs.

(2/5 Stars)…read more Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing from start to finish. The service was fair, but the food took a very long time to arrive. When it finally did, the seafood didn't seem particularly fresh, and the catfish was overcooked to the point of being burnt. To the restaurant's credit, they did offer a discount after the issue was brought to their attention, which I appreciated. However, the quality of the meal simply wasn't what I expected. One thing that also stood out was the feedback box near the cashier. It was so overloaded with comment cards that it honestly made me wonder whether the feedback is ever reviewed or acted upon. If customer comments are being collected, there should be a visible effort to address the concerns people are taking the time to write down. I hope this was just an off day, but between the long wait, poor food quality, and the impression that customer feedback may not be taken seriously, I don't see myself returning.

I stumbled across Locals Seafood while visiting the WNC Farmers Market looking for veggies, and I'm…read morevery glad I did. It is a branch of Locals Seafood at the Raleigh Farmers Market. Almost all the markets in the Asheville area only carry frozen/defrosted seafood. I was born in a little fishing village in New England, three houses from the docks, and am used to buying fish directly from the boat, so frozen just wasn't getting me what I craved. Locals Seafood has its own trucks to bring in fish fresh from the boats on the North Carolina coast. This might lead to slightly higher costs than at the megamarts, but premium quality is always worth at least that, if not more. Over the last month I have tried their Tile Fish, Swordfish, Snapper and Black Drum, and every meal was wonderful, the fish was pristine fresh, firm and flaky. The staff is great, very friendly and attentive, and always willing to share cooking tips and tricks. the store is squeaky clean, all the fresh fish resting on ice, which they pack with your fish to keep it cold on the way home. I have subscribed to their weekly email announcing what is going to be available on the weekend. The most recent email listed: FRESH NC SHELLFISH Kinnakeeter Oysters In-Shell: Briny, Vegetal, Sweet, Medium Ocracoke Select Oysters In-Shell: Briny, Buttery, Medium Herring Shoal Oysters In-Shell Croatan Oysters In-Shell: Salty, Mineral, Large Shucked Oysters by the Pint Littleneck Clams In-Shell Large 10/20 ct. Sea Scallops FRESH Steamed NC Blue Crabs FRESH XL Pamlico Sound NC Wild-Caught Shrimp Crabmeat: Lump, Jumbo Lump, Claw and Cocktail Claws FRESH NC FISH Bigeye Tuna Steaks Scamp Grouper Fillet Red Grouper fillet Black Drum fillet Tripletail Fillet Mullet Fillet Catfish Fillet Bluefish Fillet Flounder - fillet and whole Sheepshead - fillet and whole Pompano - fillet and whole Whole Butterfish aka Harvestfish!! Whole Spots!! Atlantic Salmon Fillet Rainbow Trout Fillet: delivered Friday around Noon

Loved the pork noodle bowl. Great textures & flavors. Will absolutely be back to try the pho…read more Service was also superb.

Great , Service, food , drinks .. Ambiance is great. Can't wait to go back ..It was recommended by…read morea friend. My husband and I went and had a awesome experience...

Stopped here while on a cross country road trip. The service was fantastic, we were seated…read morepromptly. We noticed the interesting light fixtures right away. The restaurant had an interesting vibe to it and the bar looked pretty cool with fancy backlighting. The waiter was there right away getting us drinks. He was really helpful with the menu offering suggestions. Our food also came out surprisingly quick, it felt like 5 minutes which was crazy. My burger was fantastic, honestly one of the best I've had in recent memory. The Bbq flat bread was great too (had one bite of my wife's dinner). My youngest loved the lasagna too. The kids chicken nuggets were a let down, they lacked flavor and were pretty dry. Overall, 3 out of 4 meals were great. They also give free warm rolls with 2 different butters. These were super fluffy and tasted great. If I lived around here I would definitely be back. Next time we tour the Biltmore we will have to make a stop here.

Easily 5 stars. We sat at the bar and had an incredible experience from start to finish. The…read moreservice was fantastic--attentive, knowledgeable, and just genuinely great. The food was off the charts. We started with the pork belly, cornbread panzanella, and yellowtail hamachi, and every dish was outstanding. You can really taste the quality of the fresh, local ingredients they're using. For our mains, we had the black cod and potato gnocchi, and both were exceptional. The Admiral absolutely lives up to the hype. Creative food, great atmosphere, incredible service, and not a single miss all night. If you're in Asheville, this is a must. We'll absolutely be back.

It's been 10 years since I've been to Asheville, North Carolina, and it still has its charm, beauty…read moreand small town spell that just invites you to like it! I'm here for my eldest son's birthday and of course our first dinner here, with his wonderful group of friends would of course be at The Admiral Restaurant; most likely the best restaurant in town. I've been to The Admiral several times before, so I'm making this review an updated version of just how good a place can still hold its reputation. For a restaurant so damn good, there is nothing fancy about it. It's set up like a small town diner; and that's what makes it so much comfortable. The service is spot on and their menu has so many wonderful choices at not "break the bank" prices. Us six diners ordered: * Caesar salad - for a southern restaurant making a Caesar this good, it was enchanting! It had Croutons, Parmesan and Anchovy * Ribeye Steak - see above accolade! With tallow confit potatoes, glazed carrots, chimichurri, goat cheese * Cheeseburger with fries - a mile high beauty with Cheddar, Dijonnaise, B&B Pickles, grilled Onion, and fries - was enchanting * Beef Tartare - with chile aioli, mustard seed, chive, ramp, black garlic, egg yolk * Smoked Trout Mantecato had black pepper-parmesan toast, Furikake, yuzu tobik * Airliner Chicken Breast with crispy red rice, tomatoes, romano beans, herb Every dish above was excellent. For a restaurant to be this consistent (after ten years for me) states just how dedicated this restaurant is for impeccability.

In all the time we spend in Asheville, especially W Asheville/Haywood Rd, how have we never…read morestumbled upon this amazing little corner of the universe? We came to town early (we had a dinner reservation) and were planning on pre-gaming. I knew we were in a special place when I saw their Lake Ontario Lager, which fit with my wardrobe choice for the day...a HOMES/Great Lakes tshirt :) As I said, we came in for drinks, but saw the menu and had to have a snack. My husband started with two delicious oyster shooters. They were so good, we had to try the deviled eggs. I'm not an oyster fan, at all, but those deviled eggs...omg...so good, and perfectly complemented by that salty, crunchy oyster. Yes, we had dinner reservations in a few hours, but couldn't resist some peel and eat shrimp! Everything was experienced was so perfect. Food, drinks, and just the cozy, welcoming environment and staff. Just the kind of place I could settle in and stay a while, which is what we did. Next time, definitely planning on staying for a full meal, as everything coming out of the kitchen looked and smelled amazing.

Oyster House is a fabulous local spot for delicious food, great brews, and a relaxing atmosphere…read more The service was excellent start to finish. We arrived early evening and just beat the dinner rush. The place is very popular, for good reason. We ordered chargrilled oysters, a po'boy with fries and slaw, a mocktail and a delicious blueberry mosaic cider. Every dish was so fresh and tasty. My dad loved the slaw, said it's the best he's had in a long time. I will definitely be back here.

Jargon has settled into the kind of comfy-chic neighborhood-bar groove that's hard to fake. It's…read morebeen around since 2017, and it shows -- in a good way. We walked in without a reservation, sat down, and had the kind of long, unhurried dinner that feels increasingly rare. Nobody rushed us. They let us share plates without hesitation. The menu is billed as New American, and that's the right phrase for it -- genuinely eclectic, pulling from Spanish, French bistro, and Southern influences without committing to any one of them. The pork chop was excellent. The grilled carrots were genuinely memorable. The green salad was simple and well done. Our waiter recommended a wine that we were pleased with, and even offered a tasting. The wine list is deep for a room this size, and the cocktail list looks the same. Music was at that sweet-spot volume where you can hear your conversation partner and still hear the song. You could bring your parents, or come on a date, it works either way. Some farm-to-table places feel pretentious; this one doesn't. They don't make you feel dumb for not knowing every local distributor. One small gripe: a 3% "kitchen staff fee" printed on the back of the menu. I'm all for paying the kitchen, but I'd rather see it built into the prices up front. 4.7 Stars. What would push it to a solid five stars: drop the hidden fee and bake it into the menu prices. That's genuinely the only thing standing between this and a perfect night out.

Our server was rather chatty but incredibly kind and attentive. About the same price range as other…read moreupper scale/casual spots in Asheville. Big portions help justify the price. Local ingredients and really good food. A nutty amuse bouche to start the night. Beets and pickled apples were interesting in a good way. Cheddar onion rye sourdough was adequately sour and warm, on the dense side. Trout was super moist and the mustard sauce complimented it very well. One of the better fish dishes I've had in NC. Also tried some of the pork chop (very tender & great sauce) and mushroom risotto (herby and great flavors on the mushrooms).

Absolutely stunning, a tier above everything in like a ten mile radius. This takes delicious…read moreColombia classics and elevates them with fresh ingredients and flair. The food is *excellent*, the starters are great, the cocktails are delicious, we haven't had one dud on any menu item. The only complaint is the location, and *maybe* some of the servers don't have so much English, but in a place like this, that's charm and it's never been a problem. The host is helpful and energetic, the interior is charming and interesting. If this was in Asheville, or Biltmore Square, it would be going gangbusters. Just a great place, cannot recommend this one enough.

This place has amazing food and great service. The coconut shrimp soup was well worth the price,…read more best broth I've ever had. The portion sizes were generous, and the waiter was very friendly and made us feel right at home.

Excellent, Excellent, Excellent. Thats all I can say about the food. I'm from southeastern NC and…read moregrew up with folks who cook fish like this. They know what they're doing that's for sure. If there's one complaint, its the hush puppies...I'm used to the traditional cornmeal type, but they were fresh just like everything we've orded. Got the catfish platter with fries and pork skins. My wife got the fish nuggets and their Mac and cheese. Their fries are great, the catfish was meaty and seasoned to perfection. My wife said the same thing about the fish bites as well....didn't get to try those since she ate them all before I could get one. I'll echo the same sentiments from everyone regarding the setup...very small and intimate spot with minimal seating. The vibes there are great too....almost seems as if you're stepping inside a time machine of some sort with the decor and the old school Jet magazine covers plastered all over their counter. Their staff is very friendly as well. They'll be added to the Asheville rotation whenever we're in the area again. Sorry no pics since we did a to go order, but you won't be disappointed if you check them out.

This is a counter service fish fry restaurant. Minimal seating inside, some patio seating, we were…read moreable to walk from downtown. Nostalgia driven decor paying homage to the Chef and her heritage. Friendly staff that were quick to greet and offer assistance. I will admit to not liking fish, but being a fan of the Chef, knowing that I wanted to try her food, I was happy with the shrimp burger. The side alone can make a memorable meal, and there were multiple other sides we wanted to try, but didn't have the room. An excuse to visit and try the food again in the future!