An absolutely perfect lunch spot - SO glad we made the walk from downtown to try our luck at Mother. This cosy, comfortable cafe is part-bakery, part-restaurant, and has a beautiful patio for warmer days. The front of house team was all female the day we went, and worked together as a powerhouse to get through the busy lunchtime rush. We were seated pretty quickly at the bar area, so we were able to watch the kitchen at work. The team all seemed so organized and efficient - like watching masters at work! Food and drink menu options are delightful, and we really enjoyed the quiche (seasonal vegetables) and the insanely delicious beet and citrus salad. Portions are very generous and food comes out quickly. The server talked us through wine options by the glass, gave tasters and great recommendations. We later learned that Mother supplies bread to other restaurants in the area - no surprise, it was fantastic. Will be returning every time we're in the area. read more

Mother - Bathroom decor on theme - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

See all

We were craving freshness after a few days diving into Asheville's burger scene and this place hit the spot. Lovely and bright - the space, service and the food. Enjoyed salads, the pickled shrimp toast, lovely wine and the kids took down the ham sandwich and pb&j. If you're looking for fresh and clean food, try Mother! read more

Mother - House salad - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

See all

Dont go here . There is a limited menu and they run out of most items before 12 noon for lunch. plus the staff is a little rude

Mother and I, a love story. Their new curry chicken salad may be a new favorite. The curry isn't too overwhelming and the pickled fennel and onions are a nice bite to cut the fattiness. If you're looking to go enjoys glass of wine their hummus is a fresh snack that's great for a table of friends to share. These potatoes are a special on their dinner menu and they tasted like the adult version of a bag of sour cream and onion chips - in the BEST way. Forever and always one of our favorites! read more

See all

Great Asheville Bakery and Cafe addition. If you think Asheville has enough bakeries for the population amount then you are wrong. The food was great and the staff were very nice. The Jambon Buerre and Lamb burger were magnificent. The vibes were great for a first date or brunch outing. Overall glad they are in Asheville! read more

Mother - Jambon Buerre (ham with butter for anglophones) - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

See all

Loved everything about this spot. Great music playing when you walk in, wonderful staff, beautiful aesthetic, and the food! And the wine! And the homemade bread! Every sandwich that we had was amazing - the Mortadella pesto sandwich, the Jamon Beurre, the Salmon Toast, and the non sandwich but very delicious quiche was a delight. The wine selection was expansive, unique, and I loved that they had retail bottles as well. We went home with the kale pesto focaccia, and it was so legendary. One of the staff members, Ashley, gave us a bunch of great suggestions for things to do while we were in Asheville and we ended up doing quite a few things on her list - The Arboretum (stunning) and South Slope Cheese (a long time favorite of mine) namely. Can't wait to come back in town and experience a few more. Mother will definitely be a repeat visit every time I come in town! read more

Mother - Beautiful wine - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

I had a good breakfast here this morning. With it being Father's Day I was worried about a wait, and there was a line that formed before opening, but I was able to sit immediately at the bar. I found street parking right out front but I could see this being more difficult if I had arrived a bit later. It's such a nice bright space and they have a good drink menu which I couldn't tell at first just from the website/Yelp page. I ordered a black coffee and the eggs and grits but there were lots of other tempting options (breakfast sandwiches, hearty salads, etc). Everything came out pretty fast and my breakfast was really tasty, seasoned well and the egg was perfectly runny! I'm not a huge fan of grits to begin with but I was in the mood to try for a change and it did not disappoint. The asparagus and collard greens were a great healthy and colorful addition. Service was pleasant, it was a tad bit on the pricier side but I would recommend for a fast, healthy and more upscale bite. @azfitfoodfun read more

See all

Some of the best bread you'll have. Their sandwiches are excellent and can last you 2 meals. Not a lot of parking, street parking available. read more

Mother - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Food beat my expectations and more I loved the French omelette with country sourdough bread. It had cultured creamy slightly salty butter which paired nicely on the bread. My wife really enjoyed her cured salmon on brown bread with pickled fennel. Saw some good looking bread hung out on the nearby wall. Service was prompt and friendly ! read more

See all

This is out of a fairy book. The food is beautiful as is everything about this dream. Hanna and the whole staff are lovely and attentive. I wish I could take this whole dream back to Colorado. read more

I was expecting more to be honest. Nothing stood out to me here. And everything tasted like metal because of the silver utensils they use. Service was weird - they didnt really check on us. Idk if its bc we were sat outside or what. Overall, disappointing but nothing went 'wrong' read more

I don't recall having ever given a negative Yelp review, and was incredibly excited to try Mother given all the amazing reviews it had gotten! The food and coffee were indeed incredible. However, I went two days in a row with a friend, and both times we both independently felt incredibly unwelcome and rushed by most of the staff -- it was especially odd given how warm and kind the staff was to every table around me, not hearing them rush or be short with a single other table. I brought my laptop and immediately ordered a coffee, and over the course of the 3 hours or so I was there, also ordered a full lunch, 2 side dishes, and another drink. My friend also got a full lunch and drink. Despite that, I was asked every five minutes if I was ready to order, and felt like a burden/inconvenience when I interacted with the staff. They were short with me and acted as if anything I had to say was an annoyance. Today, the second we got into the cafe, the manager told us that we have an hour and a half and that this is a 'turnover' cafe not a working cafe -- and asked if we'd be ordering food. I noted that (like yesterday), I'd be ordering a full meal and didn't intend to stay longer than that time frame today anyway. I have absolutely been to restaurants/cafes with time limits on tables or a rule against laptops, but there was no information given to me about the above, and given it is a cafe, had no reason to believe I could not sit and work so long as I ordered a reasonable amount. Unfortunately, given the stark contrast in how I was treated by staff versus how the staff treated other guests, I couldn't help but feel the difference was related to my disability as I use a wheelchair-- I was made to feel as if I was a burden to the cafe despite ordering the same or more as any other customer. I wanted to give Mother another chance after the first time and was disheartened to have an even worse experience the second time. read more

I am grateful I had the experience to come here post hurricane. They are completely up and running, and the food is better than anything I ever had in New York City. I can't believe the pricing for such exceptional high-quality offerings. My friend and I split the tuna tartar, and a steak tartar, both of which were perfectly presented - delicious and melt in your mouth. I had a lobster pot pie, and truthfully, I didn't get much of the lobster, but it was still excellent, and my friend had the pork cheek which was surprisingly fall apart slow cooker perfection. We tried two desserts, including a coconut ice cream and a hazelnut pudding. Oh! And the starting dish was some of their homemade bread that they make each day as they are a bakery first. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner who made us feel like we were old friends. Is a really interesting space worth looking around. Small and so I would assume long lines on busy nights, but we got lucky in being able to get right in. read more

See all

Run. Don't walk to Mother. Stopped in for lunch. Had the salad - greens, orange segments, daikon radish, and fennel with a sesame dressing. It was so simple and delicious. Shared the confit mushroom. Wow! A generous and varied amount of mushrooms with preserved lemon and dill on toast. It was fantastic. Finished with the pork terrine. So good! This place was a real treat! read more

The restaurant itself is very very small, but if you are able to get in it is SO worth it!! The menu is pretty small but every single thing we had was absolutely delicious. The staff also CLEARLY loved their job and were so friendly and helpful! read more

Mother - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

See all

Amazing food, but it's very disappointing to see a place called Mother not have a changing table in the bathroom. It's not because of lack of space. There is plenty of room under the wall covered in portraits of the Madonna, breast feeding and holding her baby. This seems performative given the only place to change a baby's diaper is on a bench in the dining area or on the dirty bathroom floor. This is unacceptable, Mother! read more

Loved our lunch here at Mother! We first showed up at their other location which is pretty much just a wine and bread shop, so the worker there redirected us to this location for the cafe menu with seating The aesthetic is so inviting, like modern meets countryside ---quiche: i havent had many but this is definitely the BEST I've ever had, fluffy and light! I only tried this because they were out of their house cured salmon but I'm glad I did (although I must come back for the salmon) ---mushroom toast: I wasn't a fan of this, but without us saying anything at all they brought out a 2nd one from the kitchen as they believed the 1st may have been made improperly. Talk about service! ---chocolate cremeux: rich and loved the addition of olive oil on top Bubbly wine the hubby ordered was so refreshing, would definitely come back next time we're in town. Note: they have a little outdoor patio/deck read more

See all

Great indoor/outdoor location. Do not offer flavored coffee but have extremely high quality espresso/coffee. All of the food is delicious! read more

Mother - Hot latte - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Cozy little spot with indoor and outdoor tables, outstanding breads and thoughtful, well-crafted cuisine. This is comfort food, elevated and served with panache. Having seen French omelettes on cooking shows, I'd wanted to try a restaurant version and this was the first I'd come across. Mother's rendering was exquisite; I can now discern that the other omelettes in my life, while not without merit and good intentions, have been Seikos. This, my friends, was a Cartier. read more

See all

We love this place in south slope. They make their own bread and supply it to many local restaurants. Brunch is great and busy (in a good way). Great and affordable wine selections and the food is gourmet level. Lively music and an open window atmosphere compliments your experience. read more

Mother - Wine wall. - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

See all

Mother is such a warm and inviting spot, with an aesthetic that feels like the perfect blend of modern charm and countryside coziness. Their bread is absolutely fantastic--I'm still kicking myself for not bringing some home! The locally sourced ingredients are incredibly fresh, and it really shows in every bite. The service was wonderful, and I loved the communal dining experience. We sat next to a lovely family, had a great chat, and got a little glimpse into each other's lives. I initially messed up my order and didn't realize one of the sandwiches I picked had pork in it, but the staff was super understanding and quickly brought out a falafel wrap instead. My boyfriend couldn't stop raving about the lamb burger--it was one of the best he's ever had. The only thing I'd change is having the option to pick the bread for each sandwich, which would take the experience to the next level. Oh, and the coffee is absolutely amazing! It's locally sourced from a farmer who exclusively sells to them, which makes it even more special. We're already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the dinner menu - particularly the Sicilian pizza as was recommended to me by a friend! read more

See all

Mother is a small, but mighty little hidden gem on the South slope in downtown Asheville. No reservations, communal tables, indoor and outdoor seating available. This will be my third trip to Mother for lunch, but they are also open for dinner. The Jambon-Beurre from Mother is the sandwich that I crave! So simple, yet so delicious and filling. The simplicity of Parisian ham, on a baguette with salted butter. That's it, 3 simple ingredients. Uncle Thom ordered the Croque Madame, and our table also ordered the Confit Mushroom Toast. As always, zero complaints, three empty plates, and three happy people! read more

See all

Today my friends and I got together to celebrate at Mother. One friend finished top 20 in the half marathon and the other just wrapped her divorce. Both were equally happy. I got the Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich - I wanted to eat it all but my full stomach said no. My marathon buddy got the French Toast - brioche, Apple, Crème Fraiche , dizzled Maple Syrup. Lastly the newly single friend got the French Omelette ( lighter fare , hmm...) The place was bustling, the staff cool and the food was excellent. Everything is homemade including the yummy bread. 10/10. I'm sorry I didn't get the names of our servers but they were outstanding. Kudo's to both front and back of the house at Mother. read more

Mother - Chicken Curry Salad on a homemade Ciabatta bread. 10/10 - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

See all

Notably, there is a bakery under this name with a different location. This location is where they have expanded and opened up a cafe. The understanding I got is that if you want to sit down and eat a meal, this is the one to go to. However, if you want bread, they have the same bread at both places. And why wouldn't you want bread? The menu is small and the options pricey, but you're paying for a plant-lined space that is likely to remain packed on peak days, as well as some quality food. My fava bean falafel was rendered with a delightful medley of pickled and fresh vegetables and a cashew-based cream. Getting a side salad was also a good decision with the leaves being delicate, the radishes thinly shaved, and the dressing sharp. Getting bagels to go left me with some delicious sourdough creations for the week; smooth on the outside and richly flavored on the inside. A kale pesto bread bubbled nicely, and the kale mixed nicely with the spreads I used on my bread. It's a nice location, but I found it confusing where to go to get a table or order. I had more success than some other reviewers, but it does seem like this place needs to iron out service to ensure that everyone that wants food gets it. read more

See all

Cute and small place. Small menu for food and drinks. Fresh loaf of breads. Staff were nice. Everything was OK nothing very WOW. But fresh ingredients were a plus. Give it a try! read more

See all

Super cute indoor outdoor hangout spot with a farm to table style brunch menu. We walked in and seated ourselves and were greeted quickly by friendly and knowledgeable waitstaff. The food was delicious and the quality of the food shined. Even the greens on the side were perfectly dressed and slightly seasoned - I ate every bite. Would go again when stopping through Asheville. read more

Mother - Quiche in foreground, mushroom toast in background - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Overpriced. Not accommodating to food sensitivities. No decaf coffee choices. Limited menu

Nothing but excellent experiences here. I've had the lamb burger, falafel, hummus, blueberry toast, cappuccino, shortbread bar, and sourdough pan loaf from here. All were fantastic. Lamb burger is always perfectly cooked, all the fixings are well balanced and flavorful. Brioche bun is fluffy and light. I always get the side salad, perfectly dressed with a light vinaigrette. Falafel was perfectly crispy, moist inside, delicious fixings and a perfect pita wrap. Blueberry toast was not overly sweet, a very welcome surprise. It's decadent looking but surprisingly light. Hummus plate is light and fresh, great to share on a hot day. Iced latte was scrumptious as well. I wish they had some hot herbal teas available, but that's hardly a complaint! Always excellent service and warm staff. The vibe here is up-scale looking but laid-back in nature. Fantastic ingredients, small but well curated menu, excellent wine list (though I don't drink), and a great outdoor eating area. read more

The Jambon Buerre is all you need to know, but all of the food was outstanding. Great little café with fantastic service. read more

Mother - Jambon Buerre, a must order. - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

See all

I had the most delicious breakfast!!! Every bite was incredible!!! Their menu is small but amazing! Seriously- get there! PS awesome wine!!! read more

Mother - Eggs & grits - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

Visiting Asheville for a few days. Atmosphere is awesome - love the plants! Food was some of the best i've ever had. We ordered the falafel and the shrimp toast and both knocked our shoes off. If we could come here everyday i would. Drink menu is simple and clean. Love the service and communal seating style (pick where you want). read more

Excellent experience. Everyone we encountered were friendly and welcoming. The food, oh the food -- mouthwateringly delish. My friend and I agreed our choices were above expectations. My mushroom toast and my friend's Croque Madame were scrumptious. We will definitely be back. The seating is family style and we were fortunate it hadn't become crowded. read more

Absolutely loved Mother in South Slope! The bread is killer. We shared the hummus - creamy & delicious - with crudite & their warm, toasty flatbread. I had the braised greens on marbled rye toast. The thick cut rye was tremendous! My husband had the jambon buerre and loved the crusty baguette. They also have a variety of coffee and alcoholic beverages depending on your mood. There is both indoor bar & tables with outdoor seating with umbrellas. They do offer table service and you can order to go at the counter. Loved the wall of bread! read more

See all

Had lunch here today, the croque madam and the omelette with sourdough toast and salad are tasty. These portions are huge. The service was excellent. Best bread in town with awesome food. We will be back. read more

Everything! The best food, the best bakery, the best Hungarian wine, the best servers. Sit at the bar where you can see all the action. Pretty impressive read more

Excellent. One of the best French omelette's I've had. Wonderful focaccia. Attentive service. A keeper!

I would argue that this hidden gem is hands down the best restaurant in Asheville. Every single meal here I've had is utterly perfect. I have literally teared up at some of their dishes. The ingredients are mostly locally sourced and so clean- as someone with sensitivities it can be very hard to find food that actually makes me feel good. I feel grateful a place like this exists. I almost regret every time I go to any other restaurant now because I compare it to mother. The ambiance is intimate and the staff completes the experience in their warmth and attention to detail. This place feels like restaurant as renaissance. I cannot recommend it enough. read more

I just had the Jamon sandwich but it was excellent. A very cool atmosphere. Will be back,

Stopped in here for our first drink and food of the day. Was warm enough to sit outside. In February! The staff was friendly and helpful. Had the mushroom toast and a beer. Nice clean space and the price was reasonable. Knew it was good due to talking to several locals who said they eat here all the time. Would recommend. read more

I had excellent early evening snacks and coffee. The food tasted heavenly and service was above and beyond my expectations! Ambiance was excellent too! read more