Plant isn't just a restaurant--it's a revelation. From the very first bite, it felt like Asheville itself had poured its soul into a plate and set it gently in front of me. Every dish was a masterpiece, bold and elegant, comforting and exciting all at once. This is vegan food that doesn't whisper or apologize--it commands the room. The flavors were layered, intentional, and downright magical. Each plate arrived like a work of art, and somehow tasted even better than it looked. I kept thinking, there is no way the next dish can top this--and yet, it always did. Plant proves, without question, that vegan cuisine can be indulgent, luxurious, and unforgettable. And then... the dessert. I am not exaggerating when I say it deserves its own standing ovation. Rich, decadent, perfectly balanced--one bite and time stopped. If happiness had a flavor, this would be it. I would return to Plant for dessert alone, without a second thought. Plant is hands-down the best vegan restaurant in Asheville. It's passion, creativity, and excellence on a plate. If you haven't eaten here yet, you're missing out on something truly special. This is the kind of place that ruins other restaurants for you--in the best possible way. read more

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"Plant is food" - yup. Definitely is. If you're looking for THE vegan restaurant to go to in Asheville, you've found it. I'm not vegan but I can appreciate making plant-based food the highlight of a meal. Plant has created a multi-flavor, multi-cultural menu which has you surprised to what's to come next. Each bite has a unique depth of flavor. Some vegan foods that I've tried has a tendency to be over salted or seasoned or just hides behind some type of soy-based protein for texture and to try to be something it's not. I can happily say plant has dodged this with ease We got the Cauliflower, Roasted Beets, Broccolini (seasonal, not pictured sorry), Cheese Board (not pictured ... sorry again), and The Curry.Honestly have fun with the menu, there was nothing that missed. I would say most definitely get the Cheese Board. It came with a unique set of cheeses with different flavors and textures. How do you age a cashew cheese?!?! It came with a nice assortment of pickled veggies, fruits, gluten free bed, and olives. Nice and big too If you couldn't already, I loved my experience here. Perfect ambiance for a date night too! So bring someone special (you and yourself most definitely count too) read more

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Let's put the ethics of veganism aside for a moment. Plant is a great restaurant, period. Great for all types of restaurants goers, nonvegans, vegetarians and vegans alike. They serve masterfully-prepared, artisan food. Don't expect a depressing salad or under-seasoned cauliflower taco. Don't expect half a pound of meat on your plate with a mountain of fries, that takes no effort to make it taste acceptable. What this restaurant does is far classier, and far exceeds your local barbecue joint. This is serious, thoughtfully-crafted food. My seitan piccata was absolutely superb - one of the best meals I've head in my life. Hat's off to the chefs. Now the bonus here is that it's vegan. Yes, the vegan food that nonvegans think will be gross and/or depressing. I appreciate how this wonderful establishment is educating the public about how great plant-based cuisine can be and that animal-based products aren't a requirement to craft delicious food. Thank you for an awesome experience! read more

As a vegetarian, this place was a dream! The food was amazing and tasted delicious. My partner is a meat eater and she loved it! The drinks are also very strong and refreshing. Definitely recommend checking this place out. read more

Plant - Grilled Asparagus, Steak Tostadas, Piccata - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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This vegan food would make a carnivore a true believer. The service and the ambiance were fine; nothing to complain about. A bit pricey but so worth it! A special occasion place for sure. It's small and cozy inside. You're close enough to carry on a conversation with the next table. Be sure to make your reservation early if you want a table. The counter is good though if you like a ringside seat to all the action. That's where me and my friend sat and it was entertaining and we got to talk to the kitchen staff about what they were making. read more

Plant - Mushroom Mole - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Best meal of the trip! Counter was small and everyone was engaging! It was so filling and creative - we had the uttapam, curry and tostada. read more

Had an amazing dinner at Plant tonight! AJ took very good care of us and the food was amazing, as usual. read more

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Amazing vegan food in Asheville. This is becoming a go to restaurant for me and I am not vegan. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared by an expert kitchen staff, and the flavors are outstanding. The open kitchen is integrated into the dining room, which adds to the experience. It is easy to see why this place has such a strong following. An excellent restaurant that stands on its quality alone, vegan or not read more

When we sat down, we heard people leaving who said, "10/10 how do they keep doing it?!" And I really have nothing else to say that could compete with that description. read more

Multiple people recommend Plant to us during our weekend in Asheville, and we see why! I'm vegetarian and visited with a non-veg, but we both agreed the meal was fantastic! Our waitress was friendly and had good recommendations. The atmosphere of the restaurant inside was cool with low lighting and view of the kitchen. We ate outside, where it was a little calmer but just as nice. We both ordered mocktails, which were unique, fun, and tasty. We also shared the mushroom ravioli, the beet salad, and the curry - all of which were full of flavor and so good! I would definitely come back here the next time I am in town for sure! read more

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Searching best places to visit in Asheville and saw several articles for Plant. I'm not vegan and the food was amazing with better service. The creativity and use of different textures and flavors really impressed me. The Brussels were 5/5. I would've never thought putting Brussels on a tortilla chip would make sense. Also had the curry 4/5. I'm not a curry fan but the dish was so flavorful and tasty. If you like curry you'll love it. Last entree was mushroom mole. 5/5 while the mole was not a fave for me I loved the crispy mushrooms. The drinks were 5/5 berry fizz and their homemade soda is a must try. Lastly dessert. The pumpkin blondie was crazy moist and light and the coffee gelato was the perfect pair. Definitely worth the hype! read more

Plant - Brussels - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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My husband took me to Plant for my birthday. I was excellent. The food was fantastic - super flavorful and I enjoyed every bite. Our server was lovely. Nice ambiance. It's not a big place, so you would definitely want to have a reservation. I would say, if you're thinking about trying it, definitely do. So far, this is my favorite place to eat around Asheville. read more

WORTH THE HYPE! Reviews led us here, and I am so glad we journeyed the Nile from our downtown hotel to experience. We are not vegans... we like meat... so this culinary delight not only lived up to our expectations, but surpassed them. The cauliflower was incredible, but the BBQ Brussel Sprout Tostados are an experience you must have!!! They don't taste like Brussels, and the texture replicates meat: a full Mexican nachos experience on a chip. My mind is still blown. The beets were good, and the dill sauce delectable. The cheese plate is a must for those looking to share and pick and experience a wide range of flavors. The Mushroom Mole was soooo good too! We had zero room for dessert, so we will have to make a trip back to Asheville just for that. In my opinion, underpriced. Service was amazing and personable. read more

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I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this vegan restaurant as a non vegan. We tried all the appetizers and didn't have room for entrees. The ravioli was a huge hit! If you're celebrating a birthday or anniversary, let them know! They make it special. read more

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I was SO looking forward to trying purportedly one of the best, if not the best, vegan restaurants in the country. Turns out, I was left extremely disappointed!! Food: Based on the selections we chose, nothing was the flavor you would expect. Actually there was no flavor at all--bland and weird is how I would describe everything. Really everything was just bland mush. I was in disbelief how that was even possible to take the flavor out of everything--even the green garnish. Service: Oh boy, our server was barely even around and not very pleasant and aware. I mean, in front of us, other people were getting water refills and we were just ignored. I even had to ask to please take the plates away from the table. My take, as a person of diversity, I did not get a good vibe from this restaurant. I know the South is not generally known for that, but this felt like a perfect example. I mean if this best vegan restaurant provides a Masala Uttapam offering, which we didn't get and I have a feeling would be laughable--can we not get basic service and hospitality? I felt our table and needs were very ignored for this caliber of a restaurant. read more

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I was happy to be seated even though I didn't have a reservation (if you go, they recommend having one - especially on weekends). The food was super good, but a little expensive. Very creative dishes with quality ingredients though. I ordered the curry and it was very tasty. I was surprised it wasn't served with any rice, but there wasn't much curry sauce so it didn't really need the rice. I really wanted to try the cheese plate, but sadly was there by myself so chose to get dessert instead. I got the brownie Sunday and it was very tasty. Super rich and filling though so I didn't end up finishing it (can be shared). The restaurant was a little small inside, but they had just recently opened up a patio area too. My server was super friendly and helped me choose what to eat. Overall a very nice experience. read more

Plant - Bar top/kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Just as wonderful the second time, maybe better because it was a weeknight and not as crowded as my first visit two years ago on a weekend. Amazing food, beautifully plated by pleasant servers. Especially delicious -- the lasagna cruda with almond cheese, arugula-pecan pesto, beets, heirloom tomatoes, olive oil, oregano and zucchinis. And the cheese plate can't be beat! Perhaps one minor improvement -- We celebrated my daughter's 40th birthday, and at the end of the meal they served her a yummy slice of peanut-topped cheesecake with "Happy Birthday" written in chocolate on the plate -- then proceeded to charge us $11.00 for the dessert. It would have been classier, with our near $300.00 tab, that the cheesecake came gratis. How much more memorable might this special occasion been? read more

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Wow, I wasn't aware that I had never written a review for Plant yet! I'm sitting here at Chai Pani waiting for my okra sticks so I thought I would give it a whirl. Love love love Plant! We like coming in half priced bottle nights which is Wednesday. A reservation is advised! Love the Vegan cheese plate and really everything on the menu. Service and ambiance are also lovely. I love from scratch post carno-centric Vegan food! No fake meats on the menu I know of just organic creative Vegan food from scratch! Great wine list too! read more

Very friendly and efficient service, we had a reservation but were able to be seated early. Very interesting and unique menu items and everything is delicious. read more

Oh my goodness! What a treat! 5 friends gathered to celebrate a 40th birthday. The guest of honor has been a vegan for forever it seems and what better way to treat the birthday lady but than with a lavish spread of fresh vegan fare. This restaurant opened in 2011 and has been serving up vegan fare with finesse & aplomb since opening its doors. It's been rated as the best vegetarian restaurant in Asheville and has received praise and rave reviews from Zaggat, PETA and Food & Wine. It's a small restaurant, seating less than 50 inside, all in a close intimate setting, as well as a seasonal outdoor 20-seat, dog friendly patio. For this occasion, we ordered one of every small plate on the menu and three of the large plates and shared them all. Our server, Niki, expertly paced the arrival of each new dish so as not to overcrowd the table or rush our dining experience. (Attached photos document this meal.) This was communal dining at its best. Each dish is artistically plated which enhances and celebrates the carefully crafted renderings of vegetables, making them all the stars of the sumptuous repast. I can guarantee that eating here will definitely elevate your palate and maybe even convince you to change your dietary habits and begin your "lean toward green." Reservations are highly recommended. read more

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Want a great recommendation for dinner tonight! Such a warm and modern environment and we were fortunate to have an amazing waitress who was attentive and very personable! The food was delicious and I would definitely recommend this place for your next meal in Asheville! read more

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Two carnivores and a pescetarian ate dinner on the wild side. And we all ordered the same entree--how does that happen? The mole mushrooms with a vegan tamale and zucchini with pesto and pickled onions was super creative and delectable. Lots of fun flavors worked together well. It's so rare to find vegetarian let alone vegan tamales....I could have eaten a plate full of them alone. The apps we tried included the cauliflower, the mushroom tacos (a standout), and the pesto ravioli. Good service. The only concern is how many tables are packed together so closely...hard for staff to maneuver around and for those of us who are big and tall a real challenge to not knock into someone else or be knocked into. read more

Having been vegetatarian most of my life I was super excited to try Plant. They tend to get pretty busy and require reservations it seems and that hadn't worked for me in the past, but on a birthday visit I planned ahead. The food, pretty awesome, and priced to reflect that. The service, meh. I'd describe it as aloof and slightly pretentious which is a shame. Yes, in fact I would have liked another beer and my wife would have loved another Malbec. It would have helped make the patio which is situated on a busy road across from a Chick Fil-A palatable. Also, the name of your restaurant is Plant, maybe tend to the Plants on your patio. I don't want to sound harsh, but at $30 an entree, it would be hard to return given the lack of service and the noisy patio with zero ambiance. Pretty disappointed I chose to celebrate my birthday at this restaurant while visiting Asheville. Food tasted good though. . read more

Wow. Just wow. All around great experience! My partner had a scrumptiois ravioli and had added freshly delivered and prepared chanterelles under suggestion of the chef. We went all in on mushrooms as this is the season for them! I had Hen of the Woods mole. Omg. Flavors were unbelievable. We were at the counter so got up close view of the kitchen. The chef gave us a sample of fried orzo balls- addictive! The Chianti by the glass was lively, light, and had a floral note that really went well with the meal. I always go to Laughing Seed for sure when I visit Asheville, and Plant is a happy addition to future itineraries! read more

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Plant is a top Asheville spot for me, my first time dining here was over 10 years ago. Days after Helene hit, these kind folks were posted up in their parking lot serving meals. I got one of the breakfast burritos and it was 10/10. They always allegedly dropped a batch off to folks working at Trader Joes. Thank you Plant, ILY!!! read more

Plant - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

The best restaurant we ate at in Asheville and we are not Vega*. The atmosphere was intimate, vibrant and fun. Like I said, we are not vegan, but typically eat healthy and wanted a break from the other heavy food we had around town. We loved every dish that came out. The roasted beets were the best thing I have eaten in a long time. The flavors were just incredible. Service was competent and friendly. They let me buy a few bottles of a ginger brew I loved but was not going to be able to make it over to brewery before we left. Grab a reservation and go here. Whether you are vegan or not. read more

One of the best vegan restaurants in North America! * Delicious menu - recommend the beet salad and raw lasagna * Affordable cocktails and bottles of wine * Service that's attentive without doting. We had a reservation for four at 8:15 on a Friday. The place was hopping but the kitchen didn't miss a beat! read more

Plant - Restaurant exterior - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

You definitely need a reservation here but the food is worth a bit of planning. The ravioli appetizer was my favorite by far. I am lactose intolerant and the "cream sauce" is the stuff my dreams are made of. My boyfriend had the Mole and it was good. My curry was my favorite of the two entrees we ordered. I was pretty underwhelmed by the ice cream and would not get that again. They ran out of the desserts that we were most excited about. It's a small spot with a pretty intimate atmosphere great for a special occasion. read more

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High-end experience, deliciousss and beautiful food, and excellent service - the best part is, most of the guests were not fully vegan diners as we learned chatting with them while waiting. We started with the cashew cream ravioli, which was an absolute hit for all 3 of our group. Creamy, decadent, flavorful, it was honestly unbelievable that this dish had no cheese or other dairy! Would come back just to have it again. We also got the toast with sesame seeds & radish - it was a seasonal menu item not included in their online menu list but offered on the in-person paper menu. The toast was a roller coaster or flavor, each bite a little different than the last. The only thing we didn't love was it was slightly bitter. For mains we got the total ramen and mushroom mole - the kitchen was gracious enough to divide the ramen into 3 bowls (they said they usually only do 2, but could do 3 for us) which was much appreciated. Ramen was hot, warming, and had a tangy ginger flavor. The best part of the mole was the broccoli covered in mole. Definitely recommend Plant for a special night out - pro tip, make sure to get a reservation as far in advance as possible! read more

Plant - Ramen - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

What a fun foodie experience! Plant is a totally vegan restaurant - and my husband and I were excited to check this intimate spot out on a recent visit to Asheville. Disclaimer that neither of us are vegan, but there's plenty to love on this menu for herbivores and carnivores alike! We made a reservation one week in advance, which I'd highly recommend, as this spot is incredibly popular. We were seated right away, and quite close to the tables on either side us. While that crowded feeling didn't detract from the service - it's something to keep in mind when choosing where to dine. The food was creative, colorful, and quite tasty. We started with the Toast and the Ravioli, both of which were excellent. We particularly enjoyed the bread used in the Toast, which is a memorable Sweet Potato Brioche. For entrees, we split the Curry and the Crispy Mushroom Mole. The Mole was definitely our favorite of the pair, complete with a variety of textures and sauces to ensure no two bites are the same. The curry was also flavorful - although we might have preferred the tofu to be diced up rather than served as one large piece. Despite the warning of fine dining prices, we found the bill to be quite reasonable for what we ordered. We didn't end up ordering dessert this time around - but only because we didn't have room after our dinner. Whether you're vegan or not, Plant is absolutely worth a visit, and we recommend that you come hungry! read more

Portion sizes are moderate but food is to die for. Delicious and creative vegan cuisine at its finest.

We had a rough start to our meal due to a waiter mix up (we were left sitting for 25 minutes) but after asking for help we were back on track. One of the party was vegan but all the food was delicious. In particular, the brussels sprout tacos were a revelation! Honestly, the texture and savoriness of the dish was a complete surprise. The rest of the meal, including dessert was equally satisfying and tasty. read more

Had an excellent date night here recently, the day wasn't going so well for us and this meal brought some light to our day. All of the dishes were amazing and our waitress was kind and helpful. read more

Plant - Cheese board! - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

I don't know if I can say enough about this place. The food was amazing, the drinks were fantastic and our server was extremely friendly, helpful and just seemed like a very nice person. My wife has to eat gluten free and they had plenty of that. I love the plant forward menu and the restaurant was small and cozy and we enjoyed being able to see the open kitchen concept. You should get here right away for dinner. I recommend making a reservation! read more

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This is definitely fine dining vegan style. I enjoyed it the service was impeccable. Definitely need reservations. I think the pasta was my favorite. read more

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Fantastic fantastic fantastic!!! If you're a food lover in any way, please visit this restaurant. I attended this delightful dining event with some vegan friends, who suggested this place. I now fully understand why reservations are just a must due to the amazing service, ambience, and food quality. My recommendation is to get the small plates and just grab bits of everything with friends! It makes it super fun that way and you'll LOVE just trying everything here. The staff was very attentive, nice, and knowledgeable about everything. It may be on the expensive side a little bit, but you will walk away fully satisfied with everything read more

Plant - Ravioli - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

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Question for you - if you eat something and it tastes amazing, does it really matter if its made with animal protein or plant protein? Should it matter if it's beef or tempeh, chicken or tofu, or whatever or whatever, if it tastes out of this world? It shouldn't, and if it does to you, then you treat food like a child who doesn't like things without even trying it, and you should grow up. Plant follows a growing list of high end vegan restaurants that are amazing. My lady and I have been to a few now - she being vegan and me being flexible - in Philly, Chicago, Atlanta, Santa Barbara (not NY though, which is odd for us) - and each one is more impressive then the last. Then there are fine dining establishments with vegan options/menus - thinking of Mise en Place in Tampa and Kres Chophouse in Orlando - where they cater to omnivores but really knock the vegan options out of the park. Point is, we've been around the vegan block. Plant sits in a vegan mecca of sorts in Asheville. Vegans and vegetarians have a lot of options here, but like many cities, your options for a date night or special occasion are slim. That's where Plant comes in. A small, romantic restaurant that is 100% vegan and 100% everything you could ask for. They do 1/2 off wine Wednesdays (does not apply to every bottle), and so we naturally chose Wednesday to come. Had a delicious white Bordeaux. From there, we started with the vegan cheese board, because of course we did. 3 cheeses made from different nuts served with pears and pickled apples and olives and we went with the gluten free bread, which was wonderful (the fact that it was drowning in garlic and butter doesn't need to be mentioned). All three cheeses were creamy, so not much variety in texture, but they were all delicious. I'm surprised it lasted more then 5 minutes (that's what she said...sorry). From there we split the chili con queso and the ramen. The chili wasn't really chili - more like a few large pieces of tempeh covered in a plant based nacho cheese with some pickled jalapenos and other stuff. Loved it. Yes, the gluten came back to bite me but sometimes the suffering is worth it. The ramen was, without a doubt, one of the best things I have ever tasted ever. It might have been the massive amount of salt - me being a salt addict - but I loved this dish. I've never ordered a vegan ramen before because I find tofu in broth to be tasteless. This, however, broke the ramen mold. I would eat this every day if I could. Finally, for dessert, we got a crème brulee and the peanut butter cheesecake. The creme brulee was not good. Missed the mark by a mile and a half. Way too coconutty. However, the peanut butter cheesecake, which is not something i would ever order whether vegan or not, more than made up for it. Excellent consistency, delicious flavor, and a perfect end to an otherwise perfect meal. Is there anything I can say negative? Well, the creme brulee was bad. Also, their reservation system is dumb. You can only make same day reservations but then they don't answer the phone and their voicemail is full, so you can't leave your info. We ended up showing up at 8 ish and having to wait about an hour. Not a big deal - we just went for a couple of drinks somewhere and waited for the text - but if you're hungry, keep in mind you'll probably have to wait. Those negatives, however, don't even move the needle on an otherwise perfect meal. I loved it here. You will love it here. I don't care if you've never had a plant based meal in your life. You need to come here. I promise you that you will enjoy every bite. read more

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Might be on the Mt Rushmore of best meals I've had ever. Spinach mushroom ravioli, cauliflower, gem + carrot salad. Great cocktails too. Also, our waitress gave us a fantastic bar rec (Crow & Quill). Will def be back next time in town! read more

Plant is a fantastic restaurant. From the food to the service to the space - it's a unique experience. The restaurant itself is quite small - all one room with an open kitchen where you can see the chefs. This makes for a very personal and intimate space. It feels like you are getting quality food because you can literally watch the quality food get made. The menu is small and vegan. The food has such great flavors - NOTHING is bland. The drinks are strong and expertly crafted. The service was also great. Be sure to make a reservation as you probably won't get a seat otherwise. This is a great restaurant for a nice occasion. I recommend! read more

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A friend recommended Plant and made reservations for five of us. On a early Saturday evening in Asheville, the vegan side of eating took on a whole new meaning. The food is amazing and the service was top notch. Our waitress actually offered to explain each item on the menu. Thankfully, my friends were regulars and well versed on the limited menu items. We started the evening with drinks and the house made cheeseboard which set the tone for the rest of this culinary awakening. All I can say is that the food is amazing. I dove in so quickly that I totally forgot to take a picture of the masterpiece I embarrassingly devoured, in less than 5 minutes. I had an amazing ravioli dish, like nothing I'd ever tasted. OMG! Give me just a second relive that moment and first bite. The ravioli's cremini and ricotta filling is perfectly pared with the acorn squash alfredo. The wine and garlic mushrooms, along with the crunch of the macadamia parma, olive oil and sherry vinegar compliments, nearly brought me to tears. It was that good! My friend ordered the Total Ramen. The broth, which is everything when it comes to Ramen was EVERYTHING and more! Another friend ordered the Tempeh Marsala. I tried it all and loved every one of them. This is truly a special place, albeit with limited seating and opening hours, so do check their website and plan accordingly. They are closed on Monday and Tuesday. They open Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, from 5pm - 9pm and Friday and Saturday, from 5pm - 10pm. Due to limited space, reservations are highly encouraged, especially on the weekends. Be mindful that Plant is 90% organic, so the menu does change, according to the availability of locally sourced items. The restaurant is mostly gluten free and VEGAN. Omnivore or strictly Vegan, this is your new place. Don't sleep on it! read more

Plant - the restaurant's menu, on the evening I was there... life changing - Vegan Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina