Open Oven

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.

The location, Black Mountain NC. The food, delicious and just what food dreams are made of. One…read morepage menu but everything is outstanding. Order at the podium outside and the order is taken to the master chef. Kind and polite staff. Outside dining is ok with me, especially in the shade. Hope you can read the menu I attached. Anywho, the place is epic. Too legit to quit.

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Blue Ridge Biscuit Company

4.6(439 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(172 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.

Pure & Proper was initially a charming little surprise. My friend & I chose outdoor seating on a…read moreFriday evening, & for most of our meal there was only one other group seated outside. The setting was lovely & felt like a great place to relax & catch up. The menu is small, but the selections are creative & surprisingly diverse...poutine, ahi tuna, Brussels sprouts, mussels, fried items, & more. If you have a dairy allergy or intolerance, however, your choices may be fairly limited. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, mussels, & ahi tuna, & honestly, all three were delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed the food & had a wonderful conversation throughout dinner. The table next to us was seated very close & was quite loud, despite several other empty tables surrounding us, but we didn't let that take away from our evening. Unfortunately, what happened after dinner completely changed my impression of the restaurant. We declined dessert, received our bill, paid, & tipped generously. About 15 min later, we were approached by staff & told that we needed to leave because another party wanted our table. At the time, there were still at least six empty outdoor tables around us. We politely apologized, thanked them for the wonderful meal, & left. My friend & I walked downtown Black Mountain afterward, & about 20 minutes later happened to pass the restaurant again. What I saw was disappointing: our table had not even been cleared & remained exactly as we had left it. It was still empty, along with several of the surrounding tables. Being asked to leave was not what bothered me. Restaurants need tables, & I completely understand that. What bothered me was being told that another party was waiting for our specific table when what I observed afterward did not support that explanation. If there was another reason they wanted us to leave, I would have preferred simple honesty. The food was genuinely excellent, which makes the experience especially disappointing. Hospitality is about more than what is served on the plate; it is also about how guests are treated. Unfortunately, the way our evening ended overshadowed what had otherwise been a very enjoyable meal, & for that reason I would not return.

Bar and "nook table"

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The Dripolator Coffeehouse

4.4(287 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.

Dripolator Coffeehouse was exactly the kind of Sunday morning stop we needed as we rolled east out…read moreof Asheville. Yelp pointed us here and as usual, the algorithm absolutely nailed it. We arrived at around 7:15 am and were greeted by two regulars hanging out front with their dogs, which meant that Mrs. K. got her morning dog fix before we even made it inside. That set a great tone for a good day. The welcome inside was warm in the small town way that feels genuine instead of forced, just easy smiles and a quick hello as I ordered. It was rather quiet when we arrived but the folks seemed to start pouring in as we sipped our coffees. My cortado was excellent even if it was in a paper cup. Mrs. K. was happy with her latte which is the proper test. We lingered a bit, enjoying the quiet and watching Black Mountain wake up around us before getting back on the road. A great little stop just off I-40 and a perfect start for the day. Five stars! [Review 540 of 2026 - 4635 in North Carolina - 25722 overall]

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Cousins Cuban Cafe

4.8(205 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.

I'm not Cuban, but two of the three I was with were born in Cuba so of course they know what Cuban…read morefood taste like. The one who suggested this restaurant told the other right upfront that it's the best for this area of North Carolina and it is not Cuban food of Miami. The restaurant was busy, and of course tables are limited because of its size, but the owners were very accommodating and we appreciate that very much There is a back parking lot with three spaces, but they are for pick up only but we were given permission to use one as we had a handicap individual with us. My Cuban sandwich was just fine and tasted just like the one I had in Miami in my opinion as a gringo and everyone finished their meal without sending anything back so I would say the food was pretty good The restaurant is a order at the counter and staff will deliver it to your table. There is one unisex bathroom for All and I'm not sure about everyone else but of course our service dog was allowed. I did see two other dogs so I can only assume that pets are allowed as those two were not marked as service animals at all. I cannot think of anything that would cause me not to give this Restaurant a full five star rating

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Beradu Specialty Market Kitchen & Bar

4.8(27 reviews)

1.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

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

Stopped here for lunch today, sat outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. Really enjoyed our meals…read more I got the corned beef w egg and my husband got the BLT. Both were delicious! Yes we will come back!

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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.

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

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

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.

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!

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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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It was bad enough waiting 1 1/2 hours for our food to come, then when it finally arrived my…read moresandwich was dry and the bread rock hard. My husband's eggs were a mess and the ham was dry and hard. As far as I'm concerned I will not waste time or money on a restaurant where the chefs don't take pride in the food they serve.

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