Was recommended here by a lady who spends hundreds every time she comes... and I can see why!! My…read moregoodness, these cakes were delicious - perfectly light, not too sweet, just amazing. I'd definitely come again if I was in the area. They're open late - and still bustling - and there's a decent amount of seating. Nice night ambiance. Prices are high but worth. Get: - hazelnut napoleon 5/5, perfect texture even though I'm not a hazelnut fan usually, this was wow - strawberry mousse cake 5/5, so refreshing and yummy!! - Godiva cheesecake 4/5, a bit heavier but still a solid cheesecake

In the search for a coffee shop, not much was open on a Saturday at 8am. Lucky for us we ran into…read moresome locals, who quickly directed us towards Old Europe Pastries. That's where everyone was at 8 am on Saturday morning. The cozy coffee shops with indoor and outdoor seating was conveniently located. We ordered a couple of coffees, some lattes, and picked up some croissants. Everything was great! The service was exceptional. The line was long, but the staff did a great job moving it along and taking orders. We did have to wait a bit for our order, but that was expected given the amount of people.

Whenever we're in Asheville, our first stop is always mother…read more Their menu is meticulously curated and every ingredient is hand crafted and has its place. Nothing is ever over done. Their cappuccino (and all espresso drinks) are served with a homemade shortbread woven with threads of caraway seeds and dark chocolate. It's a little bite of heaven that pairs well with its counterpart. I've been eyeing this mortadella sandwich (can you see why ) so we started with that and ended with their eggs Benedict which is served on their homemade English muffins which have the perfect bouncy texture. *| mortdella - focaccia, spicy pistachio pesto, roasted peppers, stracciatella. *| eggs benedict - homemade english muffins, crispy prosciutto, micro greens, hollandaise

Food, ambiance, service, all fantastic…read more My server was very attentive and friendly, we got the lamb burger and hummus and both were excellent. The attention to detail here was my favorite part - hand torn butter lettuce for the salad, perfectly cooked lamb patty, well balanced flavors. Can't wait to come back!

These were easily some of the best doughnuts I've ever had. If I close my eyes, I can still…read moreremember how good they tasted! We stopped here before visiting the Biltmore, and while parking was a bit of a challenge, it was absolutely worth it. We ended up parking on the street up the hill near some residential homes, but don't let that deter you. One of the coolest parts was being able to watch the doughnuts being made right in front of us. There was a line when we arrived, and we waited about 15 minutes to order and another 10 minutes or so for our doughnuts. Even with the wait, I'd do it all over again. The doughnuts were incredibly fresh, warm, light, and fluffy. Every flavor we tried was delicious, but the vanilla glazed and the toasted almond sesame cinnamon were my favorite. If you're in Asheville, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

Ok so for what it is it's great. What it isn't: a donut shop with like 20 different kinds in a…read morecase. They are only the raised type and only three different toppings. Cinnamon, almond sesame and plain. And I guess they have a fourth one every day that is different. Oh, and they don't have ice so the cold brew was kind of awkward.

When in Asheville go to the Rhu that is for sure. We came here for the first time and hopefully…read morenot the last. We got a blackberry cream pastry and an iced Chai (it was hot that day). The service is great and the pastry and the chai were absolutely delicious. Go here for sure.

Bakery hopping today while we were in Asheville, and I had to stop by this place after seeing it on…read moreYouTube a while back. By the time we got there they were mostly sold out, but luckily the very last blackberry cream pastry was sitting there calling my name! My husband grabbed an iced chai too. OMG...I seriously can't stop thinking about that pastry. It was incredible. The best part was that it wasn't overly sweet, it was perfectly balanced and just so, so good. I'd make the trip back just for another one.

After breakfast we decided to go wander the self guided South Slope Mural trail to enjoy some of…read morethe large scale works on the side of the buildings, when we came across Vortex Doughnuts. Finding it, we decided to pop in and grab a donut to hep fuel the rest of our mural walk. Unfortunately the selection by 11am had been a bit picked over. There wasn't any wait when we arrived, so we weren't pressed to hurry with our order and could see what our options were. They did have a selection of both yeast style donuts and cake style as well as gluten free. They also offered a few different coffee/espresso/mocha drink options along with milk, oj and hot chocolate. We opted to share a cake style chocolate frosted. The donut was OK, but a bit dry for my liking, and the the chocolate also wasn't overly sweet. But it's all subjective an what wasn't right for me could certainly be great to others. I'd consider trying another favorer/style of donut if in the area again.

Really amazing cake donuts! We tried 4 of them and the…read moreEspresso & Old Fashioned were my favorite. They had a few seasonal options too. Reasonably priced but it would be cool if they ran a buy 3 get 1 deal (or something like that) after 1pm so they don't waste so many donuts. The staff was in a bit of a rush to close the shop despite the fact that I went 45 minutes before closing but were friendly enough. Definitely add it to your list if you are craving high quality donuts in Asheville!

Decent coffee shop with lots of seating options. Got the coffee here. Quick with the order.read more

LOVED the artfully crafted pastries and the delicious savory offerings here. Friendly customer…read moreservice with great value for the price, too. Really enjoyed the pretzel turkey sandwich (warmed) with flavorful sesame noodles (highly recommend both!). Finished off our lunch with some delicious sweets- the truffles melt in your mouth and the coffee cake is balanced with spice. Really look forward to dining here again.

The line (if there is one) goes quickly! Decadent chocolate ice cream or drinks- they have quite a…read moreselection, and this is a fantastic spot if visiting! They have free water too and ample space for a family to relax for a break.

I love hot chocolate and was excited to order one, but for $8, I was honestly shocked by the…read moreportion size. The cup was TINY -- not even what I would consider a normal child-size serving. It felt much more like a small tasting or shot-size cup. I don't mind paying a premium for something special, but there needs to be some reasonable relationship between the price and what you're actually receiving. At $8 each, I expected an actual cup of hot chocolate, not a few sips. It unfortunately came across as unnecessarily stingy, especially for something as simple and comforting as hot chocolate. A more generous serving -- or at the very least making the unusually small size clear before ordering -- would make a huge difference. The hot chocolate itself may is truly lovely, but at this portion and price, I wouldn't order it again. Bummer.

When my friend saw I was in Asheville she mentioned we had to get the shaved ice at Sweets and…read moreSeats. She said it was the best shaved ice she's ever had and way better than any she even had in Hawaii. I was intrigued and suggested to my husband we stop by after dinner one night. This cafe is soooo cute. I'm here on vacation and trying not to work, but if i needed to work for a few hours I would definitely go here. I'd work and eat one dessert after another. The mango shaved ice was even better than expected. It was ginormous and I was full from dinner, but did a pretty good job eating most of it because it was too delicious to stop. My husband got a piece of blueberry cheesecake and i couldn't help, but have a few bites of that as well. I was hoping to make it back a second (or third) time, but sadly don't think we are going to have time. Another reason to come back to Asheville and it may just be my first stop!

This appeared to be a new dessert/bakery place in Asheville...and possibly Taiwanese-owned?…read more Not only beautifully inviting and spacious, with plenty of seatings, the place had awesome A/C (a perfect rest stop on a hot day!) as well. Loved their menu as well. Although their mini cakes and other treats appealed to me as well, I opted to try their Taro Shaved Ice (they had 2 other flavors as well...think Mango and Mocha?). Well, their Taro Shaved Ice was PERFECT!!! The shaved ice was nice and dry, and the toppings (Boba, Lychee jelly, and Strawberries...even whipped cream on top) were generous and delicious! LOVED the place...and I can't wait to return! My husband will absolutely loved their version of Shaved Ice...What a treat to come!

Creme Brue Latte is the way to go! There was a line, but it moved quickly, and the staff was very…read morefriendly. The double-decker bus offers a unique vibe, and be sure to check the engraved bricks out front. The patio area is very charming and inviting. Be prepared, this is a cash-only establishment. The store next door does have an ATM.

This place is really known for their coffee but I got a smoothie here. Was actually pretty good and…read moresuper filling. Bring cash here as they only take cash. I loveeeee the aesthetic outside, it's very cozy and cool to hang out in. We started our bachelorette party at this location to get our day going and it was a perfect way to start the day!

What a treat to find while staying at the nearby hotel! The baristas were friendly - even answered…read moremy "of these two, which one should I get question". I went with the iced honeycomb, and I would order this again without question. Got my beverage to go, but there was ample seating inside! Highly recommend checking this spot out.

Beautiful decor. I loved the mural behind the counter. They had several Gluten free pastries which…read morewas nice to see. I'm not sure if it was because there were only end pieces left but the GF banana bread was super dry-I wouldn't recommend an end piece at least. I also ordered a vanilla latte! It wasn't too sweet.