Place was great. There was 6 of us and each ordered something different. Personally I recommend the biscuits and eggs. Hopefully will come again one day. read more

I want to eat the grit cakes all day every day. This is one of our favorite breakfast places in Black Mountain (tied with blue ridge biscuit co). If you're in town you def need to stop here! read more

Holy frick! This place is killing it! Every single thing we ordered was amazing (I almost tried the napkins to see if those were good too). Here are the highlights: -Sweet tea: perfectly sweet and served in a mason jar like the good Lord intended. -Breakfast potatoes: perfectly seasoned and crispy. -pancakes with vanilla syrup: shutup -biscuits and gravy: I'd beat my own mother with a stick for another order. The atmosphere is as southern as is legally allowed with seating on the porch or inside a beautiful old house with flowering trees all around. Jerry Seinfeld would be pleased by the order and pay first setup. All the staff was friendly and warm. If you are in town and get breakfast somewhere else, what is wrong with you? read more

This is one of my favorite places in North Carolina. Service is fantastic, and the food is divine. (Go for the grit cakes!) We will return anytime we're anywhere close to Louise's! read more

This is probably my favourite place to get breakfast in black mountain. When the weather is beautiful outside this place typically has a line out the door! And there is no question to why, what a fantastic family owned place! Great southern comfort breakfast (the coffee is incredible too). You are always greatest with a sweet smile here and incredible service. Always see many locals eating here too! I had the bad boy burrito. Wow. So yummy. Full of all the breakfast favourites! Comes with a side of sour cream (add sirracha to this if you love spice!) A great place for good brunch and conversation! Life's a peach! read more

Louise's Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Black Mountain, North Carolina

What not to love?! You head to the counter to order and pay (sometimes there's a line, but it moves super fast since nobody has to hold up tables while they wait for their order to be taken or to pay the bill - get that out of the way first, so smart!) the restaurant was originally a modest-size house, so it's small and the kitchen is smaller than most residential kitchens. Keep that in mind when ordering. It is a slightly limited menu because of the small space. But they have mastered it! You get a table marker before you grab your drink and find a table, and they bring the food out when it's ready. Service is great, and they bus the tables for you. The best part though is the FOOD!!!! Sooooo good. Waffle, pancakes, and the grit cakes are my favorites. Dogs are welcome outside, which is our favorite place to sit. Highly recommend for breakfast or lunch! read more

I could hardly think of anything we didn't like about this place. I would have liked to have sat outside but it was just too chilly, and the only other thing I could say is I wish the coffee was stronger but then we like it seriously strong. The dining room was cozy, warm, and cheerful with local art on the walls. I love the mismatched furniture and dishes (makes me feel right at home!). The restored old home is just lovely... what a treasure. The staff was nothing but friendly and attentive. I had the grit cakes - delicious and beautifully presented. Hubby had the veggie quesadilla with an extra scrambled egg. There were about a dozen things I'd like to try, and if we ever visit Black Mountain again you can bet we'll be back and get on that. read more

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Excellent food and very welcoming staff. My husband and I shared the grit cakes (with and egg) and big boy burrito. Both were loaded with flavor. If you aren't a vegetarian, adding an egg to the grit cake is a good call. I was pleased to see pico de gallo in the burrito and lots of lettuce and tomato on top of the grit cakes. They also have a jalapeño Bloody Mary that looked intriguing. For me, coffee makes or breaks a place and theirs was really good. I also liked the randomness of their coffee mugs. When you walk in it can be a little bit confusing but basically, you can go in either door, then you find the counter in the back to order, then coffee/tea/water are self-serve, then find a table to wait for your food. It comes out pretty quickly. If the day is nice they also have seating on their wrap-around deck. Highly recommended. read more

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Everything was fresh and delicious... coffee from the local roaster was amazing and complimented the entire experience.

We love this place. So charming. Great food and every staff member over the top sweet and accommodating. Can't say enough good things. Don't miss it if you're in black mountain read more

I drove up and parked in the street because they did not have handicap parking. I limped up a few steps to see a sign saying to go around to the side of the building and get on the serpentine line going back to the front of the eatery to place your order. I have spinal stenosis. I can only walk short distances or stand about 10 minutes. Neither seemed possible here. I left. There are many places to eat in town which are handicap friendly. This ain't one of them. read more

What an amazing find in this wonderful town. Their quesadillas were probably the best I have had just a solid different take on the original and the sauces that come with it are to die for. Also had their version of the cheese steak and it was great too. They do a few things and they do it well. Also the $2 PBR helps with the food. If you are in the Montreat or Black Mountain area this is the best brunch places around. read more

This place is not only charming but the food is delicious. Try the grits cake you won't be disappointed. The staff couldn't be more friendly. We weren't sure if the house was the restaurant so I called and the young man was so nice. "It doesn't look much like a restaurant " It's a cool old house. Make your way to the back place your order and they give you a playing card to set on your table and they bring the food to you. The drinks are self serve. Fresh iced tea in a mason jar!! Love it!! read more

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Please place your order before finding a table. Great little place easy to get to off of interstate 40! Situated in a Victorian style house with outdoor seating on the wrap around porch. The grit cakes with black bean and pico are delicious! There are a few minor gluten free options too. Art on the wall is local and for sale. Put your $ where your is... Go Local! read more

Louise's Kitchen - The delicious grits cake with black beans.! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Black Mountain, North Carolina

Located in a quaint little house. It looks family run to a certain extent. Hats off to the mother running the register and swaddling a baby simultaneously. When we went the line stretched from the kitchen out the front door. But boy was it worth the wait! Food was delicious!! Service was very quick after the initial wait in line. Also I just have to comment that these were probably some of the nicest people I've ever encountered in food service. Despite having to continuously navigate the crowded atmosphere, all the servers were extremely polite and smiled and made jokes with us as we waited in line. Will definitely come back again next time we're here! Bottom line: Need to grab brunch? Look no further! read more

Louise's Kitchen - Welcoming plaque - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Black Mountain, North Carolina

Great food!! Very hard to choose what to eat there. Love the old house the restaurant is in.

Great place for breakfast/brunch. Grits cakes topped with eggs, quesidelas with eggs, very light pancakes with vanilla bean syrup, good biscuits and gravy are all offerings on the menu. Though all restaurants are using lots of packaging and one-use plastics and paper, Louise's also serves its dishes for on-site consumption in a plastic take-out container and plastic utensils. Too much plastic; and I just dont like eating out of plastic. Other restaurants are using real plates and metal utensils. I encourage Louise's to do this also. Otherwise, this place is very good. read more

We've been to Louise's hundreds of times. No joke. My kids have grown up there. Breakfast once a week. Lunch when I can squeeze it in. If I'm ever asked for a recommendation in Black Mountain, Louise's is always my first thought. The staff, regardless of changes over the years, are always the nicest. Make anyone feel welcome. Super casual atmosphere and plenty of outdoor seating. The menu has something for everyone, although I never stray from the Big Boy. Excellent breakfast. Killer lunch. Rotating cast of mimosas. Louise's has my vote for best restaurant in Black Mountain. read more

Many people love Louise's. It is fun to eat on the porch on a beautiful day. I can make the food myself at home, but good coffee and atmosphere. read more

We had lunch at Louise's today for the first time and it was wonderful! Affordable but delicious and had the quaint, small town feel we were hoping for. We sat on the patio with our dog. You order at the counter but they bring your food out to you. I had the veggie delight and it was great! read more

Louise's Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Black Mountain, North Carolina

Nice little slice of Black Mountain. Representing the region with its menu and ingredients choices. Enjoyed the patio.

Wonderful food and friendly staff. Definitely stop in for breakfast. Big Boy Burrito yummmm.

My husband and I wanted to try a local breakfast/brunch place on our honeymoon. Our experience was so wonderful, we went back again the next day! The first day, I ordered the pancakes with their homemade vanilla bean syrup. They were so light and fluffy and came in a generous portion of 4 topped with strawberries and with a side of bacon or sausage. The syrup sealed the deal. My husband ordered the biscuits with sausage gravy and an egg on the side. He talked about it all day long! The next morning, I ordered the French toast, once again, so light and fluffy! My husband ordered the big boy burrito which he said was the best breakfast burrito he's ever had! The best part of all is the atmosphere. Sit on the front porch and eat off your grandma's antique plates. Drink your sweet tea out of a mason jar. Have the sweet girl from the counter refill your coffee. If we were local, we'd come here for breakfast ever day! read more

Louise's Kitchen - Pancakes with homemade vanilla bean syrup! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Black Mountain, North Carolina

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Excellent spot for breakfast. Heard about them on the PBS show Carolina Weekend shortly before a trip to Black Mountain and knew I had to check it out. The breakfast burrito was phenomenal and they even let you use your own coffee mug! Definitely going to be a return customer and would highly recommend if you're in the area. read more

Louise's Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Black Mountain, North Carolina

What a charming spot for breakfast! Even on a rainy, Fall morning during Covid days, the porch was dry, the tea was hot and the food was delicious. The cream cheese spread on the veggie and egg bagel sandwich was tasty. My husband had the veggie quesadilla and made a point to tell our server how much he enjoyed it. He also loved the free refill for his iced coffee! My sister had a breakfast platter that was delish too! On a future visit to NC, we'll be back! read more

When you first walk in it can be a little bit confusing but basically, walk to the back to find the counter at which to order, then coffee/tea/water are self-serve, behind you. Find a table in any of the rooms or on the wrap around porch, to wait for your food. They provide a playing card as your table marker. Local artwork on the walls. Vegan offerings, an eclectic southern menu. My guy had the classic, two eggs, meat, toast, grits. I had biscuits (2) and sausage gravy, so heavily peppered that it was speckled, but it was amazing. Side of sausage was also delish. Locally made, wasn't too salty, had mild seasoning. Cold beverages are served in canning jars. During our meal the crowd ebbed and flowed, so don't be daunted if there is line when you arrive. The dining areas are laid out in rooms so it takes some maneuvering around, like being at Grandma's house! The staff comes around to take dishes, offer condiments, refills, just like a full service place. The tip jar is at the counter/register. read more

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Loved this place. The food was wonderful, and the people were so nice and helpful. Such a neat find!

Second time visiting Black Mountain this year and we were happy to recommend Louise's Kitchen to our other family members. We had breakfast 2x during this trip and both times were fantastic. The big difference between our trip during the winter and this go-around was the line! On Sunday morning we were lucky to only have 15-20 people in front of us as the line was out the door. We found seating for the 7 of us (including a toddler) without a problem and honestly the food is totally worth the wait. In fact, after you place your order the wait-time is average to above-average for breakfast. We returned on a Thursday and were able to walk right up to the counter and order- however by the time we left there was a decent line, so it's somewhat sporadic. Coffee and brewed tea are both delicious. The big boy burrito, pancakes (maple syrup is available but try the vanilla-bean syrup), vegetable quesadilla are all highly recommended. Although you order and pay immediately at the counter and there are some scattered "self-serve" busing stations around, employees are very attentive and offer beverage refills, plate clearing and perform quality checks to the same degree as a full-service restaurant. It's a cool concept. read more

Such a great find! I went solo and sat at a quaint table outside. I chose a recommended Mimosa and the classic breakfast. My food was served quickly and the staff was fabulous. I will definitely go back when in town. read more

So great we went back for seconds! This gem of a breakfast/brunch restaurant is located in an old house in downtown Black Mountain, NC. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Our first morning we had fresh blueberry waffles with homemade vanilla bean cream sauce (omg) and the Big Boy Burrito. Both were fantastic and made us come back for more the next morning. Next day we had french toast (whole wheat sour dough I believe - amazing) and the classic, with eggs, toast and bacon. The atmosphere is casual and sweet - appears to be original hardwood floors, art on the walls, outdoor seating on warmer days. Just exceptional! read more

In our opinion, the is a must if you are in Black Mountain at breakfast time! The kids had the pancakes with vanilla bean syrup, which were heavenly! We had the biscuits and gravy and also the eggs, sausage and home fries. We loved it all! Service was quick and very friendly. read more

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Love this place!! We come here every time we visit Black mountain . Everyone is so friendly and the food is so good!!

We stayed in Black Mountain for the week and wound up eating here for lunch 2 lunches and 1 breakfast in a row. Celiac daughter adored the GF French toast and ordered it all 3 times! Other favorites from our family: blueberry waffle, tomato soup, and curry chicken salad sandwich. Service was SO friendly and quick every time, and outdoor seating was plentiful. Wish we had this closer to home! read more

Have you guys changed management? This is the second time my family has been here in the past month where it has taken 45 minutes to get our food for a family of 3. It was slow and tables were only half filled. It also seems portions have been reduced. One piece of bacon and smaller pancakes. This was not the kids breakfast either. Disappointed. read more

Louise's Kitchen - One piece of bacon? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Black Mountain, North Carolina

We love Louise's! We have been bringing our English springers there ever since they opened! This is a great place for breakfast or lunch, or Sunday Brunch! They are family and dog friendly, excellent food with local friendly owners and a great staff! Just make sure you order your food before taking a seat! This is a common misunderstanding but as long as you know how the system works, it flows perfectly! Best breakfast in Black Mountain!! read more

This place was amazing. I love the relaxed and calming atmosphere and the beautiful outdoor patio. I got the veggie bagel sandwich with pesto cream cheese and it was delicious! It hit the spot after a long hike! I also got their special summer mango mimosa and it was nice to sip that while sitting on the patio. This was one of my favorite places that we went to while visiting Asheville/Black Mountain. Highly recommend for a yummy brunch! read more

Great place. Go for breakfast and enjoy. Darling place and really good food. Gluten free bread. Great service. Cute little town.

Go here. Great food and mimosas. Also love that they use spaghetti to stir your coffee, eco friendly. It's just so cute... and even when there's a line it goes by quick. read more

I stopped in with a crew of four for a Wednesday lunch. The crowds of people inside and out let us know we were in the right spot. I had been staying in town for a conference and hadn't seen that many people in one place in days. The restaurant is set up in a renovated home with some t-shorts and whatnot for sale in the front and the restaurant is a counter service in the back. We walked in to the right (in spite of a sign saying to go to the left) and placed are orders. My one friend tried to order off the menu (why must people do that?) and she was the only one disappointed with her meal. I had a Ruben sandwich that got the spot although the best part was undoubtedly the potato salad. The salad was a pink or orange color from the seasoning and red potatoes and tasted better than any I have ever had before. I'm kind of angry that none will ever compare since I live so far from this fun spot. There are sodas for sale and water and mason jars available to everyone. I would recommend sitting outside or bringing a jacket- the air conditioning had us shaking! All in all it was a cute stop, quick service, and delicious food all at a reasonable price ($10 a person). read more

Delicious breakfast sandwich! And pancakes with strawberries and vanilla syrup - amazing!