Open Oven

Always our go-to breakfast spot in town. Friendly staff, reasonable prices, local foods, and a…read morecomfortable and relaxing environment.

So so good!! Kicking myself for not coming before our last day of our trip. Everything was great…read morefrom food to the service. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was probably the best I've had in years. Pancakes with the vanilla bean syrup- So. Good. We sat outside and with a nice breeze it was heaven.

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Blue Ridge Biscuit Company

4.6(440 reviews)

0.6 mi

A good local place to eat in Black Mountain. Order first and then grab a seat. You might need to…read moreshare a tables on a large table if you are alone just a couple. They have unique dishes and names for them. I can't remember the name. It was a biscuit with a piece of fried chicken, bacon, cheese and a ton of gravy. For those of you outside of the south this is not uncommon but finding a good biscuit and gravy can be a challenge. This is a good hometown place to eat with friendly service.

Oh, my. Life. Changing!! We drove around downtown BM…read morethinking we'd eat at one of those rustic touristy places. Bad idea. Long lines!! We drove around a bit, then decided to head up Hwy 70 to Asheville and settle for a chain place. We almost passed this place up but decided to take a look. It's located in a nondescript strip block of businesses. But once you get inside... Charming decor, awesome service and those biscuits. The size of softballs!! And the grits. To die for!! We will be back!!

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The Pure and Proper

4.7(174 reviews)

Everything was so, so good!!! We sat in the wine cellar and Luna was our server. She was super…read moreknowledgeable and answered all the questions we had. We started with the bread service. Delicious. Next was the cheese board, we were warned that it was a large serving, and while it had a lot of variety, I don't think it was massive based on other cheese boards we had. We split the Korean chicken and skirt steak. Both were exceptional!! When we're back in the area, we'll definitely plan to visit multiple times during our trip. My only complaint was how tightly packed seats are in the cellar. The table directly behind us was sat a few minutes after we were and the guests were VERY loud, so it was hard to hear each other in the small space. Not a knock on P&P, just people not being able to read a room and realize they were disturbing guests around them.

We came here for brunch during our day trip to Black Mountain, North Carolina. Here is what we…read morethought. Atmosphere: The Pure and Proper is located inside a beautiful building. It is simply decorated on the inside and outside of the space. They have an upstairs and downstairs outdoor seating area. They also have indoor seating upstairs and downstairs. It looked like they have a little grab and go bakery / coffee spot inside. Service: The service was great. All the people we met were so friendly and helpful. The place was very clean and well maintained. Food: We were blown away by the food. I was amazed by what we ordered. My husband had their 'Monte Cristo' sandwich and LOVED it. He said it was the best sandwich he's ever had. I had their 'Catfish & Grits' which were delicious. It was packed with so much flavor. I loved the pickled onions that came on top of the dish. The catfish and grits dish hit all the tasting notes. It was sweet, savory, and a little sour with the pickled onions. I LOVED it. We will definitely be back during our trip in North Carolina. We've been to several Michelin star and recommended restaurants and Pure & Proper should be on the list!

Bar and "nook table"

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Back Garden Patio

The Dripolator Coffeehouse

4.4(288 reviews)

I have been wanting to try a banana pudding latte since I first heard about them recently. I…read morethought the concept sounded a little weird, but when I saw it on the special menu here, I had to go for it. I was NOT disappointed! The banana flavor was spot on, like a true banana. Not like the typical artificial banana flavoring you'd find in a candy. It was sweetened just enough and topped with little vanilla wafer pieces. We were only inside for a short period of time, but this was a really cute place with comfy seating and a calm, quiet vibe. Staff were friendly and efficient. The only thing that could have made my drink better would have been more ice, but then I would have less of my delicious beverage, so I can't really complain.

Great spot! I dropped in here with a few friends when we were heading out of the woods due to…read moreIsaias, and Dripolator was the only place open. Boy were they busy! Thankfully they have a parking lot so there's lots of parking available just outside. I was surprised it was so small for how busy it is (and inevitably always is, being in a tourist town)... the seating is cozy, but not plentiful. There didn't seem to be nearly enough chairs for the number of tables. There was plenty of space for a line of about 10 people which is good because it stayed that way for the 35-40min we were there. Friends and I ordered off the seasonal menu - the Ron Weasley was a popular order with chocolate, ginger and orange peel added to a latte. One of my GF friends was delighted to have an almond coffee cake and GF muffin. The croissants were nice, though not made of the pastry dough you'd expect - they were not at all flaky. Still, options were available for savory as well as sweet and everyone left with a fully belly and caffeinated. Mission accomplished!

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Cousins Cuban Cafe

4.8(206 reviews)

We had a great time here stopping in right when they opened…read more The beef pastry was great, the Cubano coffee was almost as good as in Miami. If you're in Black Mountain or just driving by it's worth the detour.

Came in on a pouring Saturday as remnants of a tropical storm swept over the region. Happy to be…read morehere rather than camping in the gulch we were in earlier. Noteworthy is that there was no obvious place to put soaking wet umbrellas and raincoats besides the back of a chair or on a booth. I guess it doesn't rain enough to warrant it, but they weren't prepared for the wet. I had the Cubana and a side of PERFECT plantains with a cafe con leche. It was all excellent. They have a gorgeous pastry cabinet full of various hand pies, and I wish I'd taken one of everything to go. They'd run out of one that my friend ordered and offered her a replaced she didn't want so they refunded her no problem. There are several different spaces to choose from when you come in, presumably including a patio when it's not drenched... but that's just a guess!

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Cafe from the window

Beradu Specialty Market Kitchen & Bar

4.8(27 reviews)

1.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

Quaint little deli with specialty finds attached to a small restaurant. Check their socials for…read morehours as the restaurant has limited hours. We visited the deli/shop as the restaurant was closed. We stopped in to grab lunch. They have salads by the pound and premade sandwiches. Very limited menu. We ordered the Italian sub which was on crusty bread and warmed up. Very tasty. Since couldn't modify sandwiches and order without the bread, ordered a half pound of the chicken salad. It was good. Had berries and grapes with lots of herbs in it. Could have done without the grapes. Grabbed a bag of Bloody Mary chips that were tasty. They do have lots of wine and a huge drink case. There's also the market that sells lots of unique and specialty brands, as well as local brands. They do have several bakery items such as cookies and some lovely looking cakes available by the slice. This is a boutique style deli/store so be aware that that vibe is also reflected in their pricing. Nice place to explore.

Fun deli and great little restaurant. Amazing donuts and English muffing. Great staff.read more

Beradu Specialty Market Kitchen & Bar - Our specialty market offers a wide variety of locally sourced goods, fresh pasta, take and bake items, local art, and more.

Our specialty market offers a wide variety of locally sourced goods, fresh pasta, take and bake items, local art, and more.

Beradu Specialty Market Kitchen & Bar - Three of our delicious lunch sandwiches: Wagyu Pimento Pastrami Melt, True Paisan Italian, and Vegan Banh Mi. All served heated & pressed.

Three of our delicious lunch sandwiches: Wagyu Pimento Pastrami Melt, True Paisan Italian, and Vegan Banh Mi. All served heated & pressed.

Beradu Specialty Market Kitchen & Bar - Fridge section of our market stocked with locally sourced grocery items, organic produce, farm fresh eggs, quail eggs, wine & beer, and more

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Fridge section of our market stocked with locally sourced grocery items, organic produce, farm fresh eggs, quail eggs, wine & beer, and more

Recess Coffee And Baked Goods

4.6(60 reviews)

0.2 mi

We were recommended to come here from a friend back at home. We stopped in for some coffee and a…read moresweet treat before we walked around Black Mountain. We got their seasonal 'Smores Latte' iced and it was delicious. We also shared their 'Peach Rooibos Croissant' and it was so flavorful and delicious. The croissant had filling on the inside. It was light and fluffy. It was definitely enough to share between two people. The cafe had plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. They had a variety of board games one can play. The one negative was that I didn't see a wheelchair ramp to get in and out of the coffee shop. It made getting in and out difficult with a stroller.

Recess Coffee & Baked Goods was one of our favorite stops on the trip. I had the egg, bacon, and…read morecheese croissant, and it was so fresh, buttery, flaky, and delicious. The latte was excellent too, and the latte art was a nice touch. Before we left, I grabbed a twice-baked almond croissant, and it was just as good. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and you can really tell they put a lot of care into their baked goods. The shop has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere inside, and there's also a great outdoor seating area if you're bringing your dog. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

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Four Sisters Bakery

4.5(35 reviews)

Such a charming local find! Friendly, fairly priced, good portions, good espresso, and nice patio…read more What more could you want in a coffee shop/ bakery lunch? Love it!

Adorable little bakery and breakfast spot that is located in a beautiful old house in Black…read moreMountain. We would have never known about it, except after dining at the Red Rocker restaurant. The grounds are lovely and are shaded with large trees and have seating underneath them. There's also an outside patio where customers can enjoy their food. We opted for the seating inside and I had a delicious everything bagel with lox, cream cheese and capers. Dave had eggs, sausage and cheese on an everything bagel too. There was a continuous line of customers buying bakery stuff and getting coffee. The atmosphere is so homey and pleasant that it a pleasure to eat there.

Delicious double espresso and cozy sitting area inside.

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This is what the internal stucture of Four sisters croissants tend to look like. Not very light or enjoyable. Dense and chewy.

Taco Billy Black Mountain

4.5(53 reviews)

Ok now. Most delicious tacos ever. My son in law lives in San Diego where wonderful tacos are…read morealways at the ready. He almost lost his mind over these delicacies. Everything was amazing.....truly. We had a large party of family and everyone was very delighted. Small space but appeared to be plenty for us. Service was great and the folks were friendly. When in Black Mountain NC, try them out. You'll be happy.

Everything was delicious! And very fresh tasting: we were seated quickly, and food came out…read morequickly. The queso was spicy and tasty, the guac was fresh. Definitely stop in when at black mountain

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La Guinguette

4.5(144 reviews)

0.2 mi

That Catalan omelette was immaculate! Made me proud to be Spanish! It's a cute shop with good food,…read moredon't know what else to say to meet the 85 letter requirement. Great food!

I have been visiting Black Mountain for years but haven't tried this interesting restaurant yet…read more Today was the day for me/us and marked the day the train returned on its route through Black Mountain. We were impressed by the interest and fanfare this post-Helene event created for the locals. Parking on the street, across the street or a short way up the street is town free parking. Shannon and Rain were our friendly and helpful servers. There are many seating options. We chose the sun room which was comfortable. Others were seated outside on the side porch and several people were inside. We shared a bowl of the delicious French onion soup. Eat it while it's hot for the best experience. The buckwheat crepes were the perfect consistency to handle the savory entrees. My Market crepe was packed full of goodies including the sausage add-on. Each ingredient stood well on its own. The pesto was a standout. My partner got the mushroom crepe with chicken. She enjoyed immensely. Both entrees came with a fresh greens and balsamic dressing. The servings were generous enough to bring two halves home for dinner. Sharing soup and a savory crepe is a reasonable strategy if leaving leftovers in your vehicle during the summer heat is a concern. We joined the servers on the patio to watch the return of the train through a nicely recovering town.

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Lyndall N.

7 years ago

Delicious food, friendly service, and plenty of parking. What more could you ask for! Thank you Steve and Stephanie for opening your cafe in Black Mountain. They did a wonderful job revamping the interior of the former bakery and made it into a warm and welcoming cafe. This cafe just opened but we have been back several times. The food is amazing and presented so well on the plate. I would have posted a picture of my entree but completely forgot after seeing the food and all was left was a clean plate. This is now our favorite restaurant in town. read more

Melanie O.

6 years ago

Sunday was our first visit to Open Oven. Upon arrival, we were greeted with 'eye smiles' (masks worn by all staff) and delighted by the ambiance & overall energy that flowed even along the sidewalk up. We ordered the Blk Mtn Benny & Firebird and OH MYYYY were we impressed!! Even during these "tough times", Open Oven ROCKED their service & food quality. We will def be back again ...and again. Keep up the good work over there! read more

Pat S.

3 years ago

Open Oven is a fantastic breakfast spot! The food was delicious, and the portions were generous. The cozy atmosphere added to the overall experience. While it was a wonderful meal, I'm saving that fifth star for those truly exceptional breakfasts. Still, I'd definitely recommend Open Oven for a satisfying morning meal. read more

Titus E.

1 year ago

Amazing, amazing. this is my number 1 recommendation in the Asheville area. The best chicken and waffles I've ever had. The McFly was the "best chicken sandwich" we have ever had. Cute outdoor seating and friendly staff. They are locally supplied and serve Dynamite Roasting coffee from here in town. read more

Katie A.

2 years ago

Staff welcoming, casual and comfortable atmosphere and the food, the food is out of this world. The waffles were not too sweet, jam was the same way. Lovely breakfast. read more

Elizabeth O.

4 years ago

Great food. Great service. Highly recommend for a laid back environment. They have several great options for vegan meal.

Kevin B.

5 years ago

Awesome place. Delicious and fresh food. Very friendly staff. Will be back here when in the area.

P E.

5 years ago

It's close enough to downtown you can walk there, but there's not a throng of tourist traffic.

Kate M.

101

5 years ago

Awesome local breakfast! Fresh, delicious, cute atmosphere- what more could you want??!

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