We live in a food desert here in Polk County. Sadly, most of our restaurants, are either closed or…read morehave extremely poor food offerings. The the Purple Onion (Henderson County) is different. We went as a table of four and everyone enjoyed it greatly. I had a gluten free pizza, which for most places you can forget about it. Purple Onion nailed it. Everyone at our table had different options and enjoyed the food and drink. The atmosphere is wonderful even when I in the back of the patio staring at the wall! All restaurants should run like this. Bravo!

Another day, another fresh salad from Purple Onion. Enjoyed my Mediterranean Plate on the patio…read morewith great company. Comes with a generous portion of hummus and quinoa. Added the lemon chicken for a little more staying power.

love this place! such a great addition to the area. great atmosphere, fantastic drinks,…read moreincredible service. max, the manager, is so polite and professional. will continue to come back!

From the owner: We are so excited to open our new Cocktail Lounge here in Chimney Rock Village! We are hoping to…read morebring something different to our small town that includes crafted cocktails, desserts, and a warm space to stay awhile. We invite you to grab some friends, order a drink, a slice of chocolate cake, and enjoy the living room feel of The Broad River Inn Lobby and Cocktail Lounge.

Owner was very knowledgeable of Brandy and great conversation and education on different option…read more Bartender seemed to be a little annoyed on making drinks and not very interactive at all for a small place. If you are looking for a local spot, with local people this is your spot. Will be coming back as I am always looking for the local place versus the commercial overpriced bar, it has its imperfections but that also adds to its appeal in a certain way.

Wow, what a find in Hendersonville! I love everything about this place - the ambiance, the service,…read moreand of course the namesake drinks. The owner is clearly passionate about all things brandy and she'll help you choose the perfect drink for your tastes, or the perfect flight. There is occasionally live music, and weekly/daily drink specials coming in around $5! Do yourself a favor and take the time to enjoy a visit! There's also great restaurants within a very short walk, and a few breweries nearby. Pro tip: Be sure to ask for a tour of the place, the owner will show you all sorts of cool, artful, even historic things about the location.

Amazing. One of my absolute favorite places in all of Lake Lure. I come here every time I'm in…read moretown and it never, ever disappoints!! It's incredible what the owner has done with the place, and the food is awesome. I'm not sure why I'm even writing this review, I'd really rather keep this place quiet and have it all to myself.... But it deserves the five stars.

We loved the food, atmosphere and service. The couple that accompanied us were very impressed as…read morewell. We think this is the best dining experience in Lake Lure/ Chimney Rock area! The entertainment was also very good!

This morning my family and I decided to get up early and grab a bite at Arabella's in downtown…read moreHendersonville. Usually we come around 10ish and there's a small wait or the place is just really packed (even outdoor seating). But today we stopped around 8:30 and there was only a couple of tables taken up. We were greeted with a smile right away and taken to a table. We were given 2 different menus. One containing the different breakfast and brunch options they offer and the second one with the coffees and alcoholic beverages. Once you look at the menu you see that there is a lot of the basic breakfast options you can find at other restaurants. But what also makes the menu different is that they offer latin breakfast and lunch items like huevos rancheros, huevos con chorizo, tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. Since it was so early I decided to go with the huevos rancheros since I've never had them here before. I also decided to go with the honey bear latte (iced) with oat milk as my drink for this morning. My latte was really good! It had hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and honey. The oat milk mixed in perfectly making the latte have a nice creamy taste. Once my dish came out I was happy at the presentation of the plate. I ordered my eggs overhard and they came topped with salsa roja, queso fresco, and cilantro. All of this was placed on top of a fried tortilla and given to me with a side of home fries. Over all I did like the dish. I will say the salsa roja threw me off because I expected it to be a little more spicy, however it had a more citrus/lime taste to it. The home fries however were a 10/10 for me, I liked how crispy they were and how I didn't need to add more salt and pepper to them. Overall I really did enjoy my time this morning at Arabella's. Our server was super nice and attentive with us. The atmosphere is calming. Also it's nice to see the people of Hendersonville coming in and supporting this local business. If you're from the area or a tourist definitely check this place out. You wont be dissapointed.

Perfect brunch spot that has a variety of options to choose from. Was busy when we went, waited…read moreabout 30 minutes. It was well worth the wait, everything we had was great. If you have a wait go next door to the Appalachian Pinball Museum!

We are so fortunate to have The Pure and Proper available to us in downtown Black Mountain. An…read moreelevated dining experience that has a mastery of the basics--from food, drinks, customer service, and personalization. We recently popped in yesterday after securing a reservation via Resy to celebrate our anniversary. We were seated at our table with a thoughtful handwritten card thanking us for celebrating with them! Our waitress was fantastic, and they even provided us with complimentary bubbly half pours to commemorate the milestone. Between the two of us, we split the cheeseboard, Brussels sprouts (which are so unique, and one of our favs!), and the poutine. The cheeseboard really is a nice way to kick off the meal, and highly recommend it--so many goodies to choose from. I love how Resy also allows you to specify where in the restaurant you'd like to sit depending on availability--we went with the high top nook spot, which is really special/cozy for two people. Parking is a breeze--even if their lot is full, the post office lot/tyson lot is just a short walk (and it's still not paid parking anywhere downtown).

The food is always wonderful, the Tartare specifically is to die for…read more Having been here several times, our experience tonight was the best so far due to the exceptional service provided by Mila (hopefully I spelled this correctly). She was personable, provided excellent recommendations and was just a very enjoyable person and we wanted to shout her out!

Imagine if Edgar Allan Poe had a bar in his home, that is the best way I can describe The Crow &…read moreQuill. Walking in the door, it feels like you step back in time and the attention to detail in the design is top notch. You order from the bar and the staff was friendly and inviting. The craft cocktails were delicious, I would recommend The Centerfold, and they carry a very impressive stock of bourbon and whiskey. This place is a vibe, highly recommend you check it out.

The atmosphere was amazing! They had a live band, books, and a staircase with a different space to…read morechat. We had a blast!

Walked the Ecusta Trail and this is at the end (for now) so we couldn't wait to try it. The little…read moreextra garnishes on each drink and the effort to make each drink special was the perfect beginning for the meal. Every single item we ordered had an extra special touch. It was very refreshing and we couldn't wait to see what was next. The biscuits were served warm and not too dense with a side of chicken juice, flaky salt and sesame seeds. Hot sauce and syrup on the table. The deviled eggs were pickled and devine! Wish there was more on the plate , we gobbled them up in no time. We didnt feel rushed. The waitress, Amber was super attentive and almost didn't notice her filling our water or removing soiled plates. The extra crispy fried chicken was amazing. Almost too pretty to eat but we dug in! The lemon and dill.was a great touch. Not overcooked either. The pickled watermelon was different and simply amazing! A must try for sure. The Mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy, perfectly salted amd served in the cutest cast iron- nice touch. The meatloaf.is very different with pulled beef, smoked and pressed. Totally a new way to eat meatloaf. Thought it could have used a little more seasoning but thats being super picky. Mashed potatoes perfect we ctly creamy and broccoli not overcooked at all. The trout amd risotto was perfect also beautiful. We will definitely be back, for brunch and the trail hike. Go!! Its beautiful and amazing.

Based on a fabulous first experience at Root And Bone several months ago, I was excited for a…read moresecond visit while back in the area. It couldn't have been more disappointing. I ordered the chicken pot pie, which was absolutely delicious the first time I had it -- big chunks of white meat chicken, lots of veggies, wonderful flavor. Last night, I remembered why I typically don't eat chicken pot pie. Literally nothing but crust, a few small pieces of chicken and a handful of peas and carrots. $19. Shame on me for not sending it back. I told my server how disappointed I was. His response? I'll let the kitchen know. When he returned with my bill I was offered a free dessert. Are you kidding me? I had to go find dinner. No discount or apology. Very dismissive. Additionally, the restaurant was way too warm. Cost cutting all the way around? Definitely avoid!

Good prices and very friendly service. They have a wide selection of Tilley Hats. I would recommend…read morestopping by if you're in the Hendersonville area.

I've dealt with Rex for 50 years and he has always been great. Always helpful and informative for…read moreany products carried. Highly recommended!