Cocktail bar with such a fun aesthetic. There is plenty of seating from the outdoors (with fire…read morepits) to indoors to the beautiful rooftop. Staff are friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. Both times I have had great drink recommendations as someone who never knows what to order. The vibe is great for date night or a place to unwind & chat with friends. We always take our out-of-town guests here and it is such as a hit. Also appreciated the non-alcoholic menu also made up of delicious & artsy drinks.

Espresso dacquiri Hibiscus mojito…read moreCaprihini (sp?) Unique drinks. Non-alcoholic menu is as cool, if not cooler than, the alcoholic one. Dacquiri is wild - unique and delicious. Gorgeous place inside and outside seating.

This place is so cool. Love it, we sh o lived closer. Sunday was Karaoke at 10 pm and I managed to…read moreget there and WOW. Hidden gem

Me and my amazing boyfriend Ben absolutely love it here! It has a great ambience for us to enjoy as…read morewe stare into each other's eyes and intertwine our souls. I love when there is dogs in the bar as me and my adoring partner have cats and it gives a nice look into what being a dog owner is like. The food is immaculate I love eating the hot dogs right out door. We also love that we can smoke in the bar and regularly pass share a cigarette by nose to mouth exchanges. All around amazing bar and I so adore my lover. -Julia and Ben

Beautiful roof top bar, with the bar inside, plenty of seating inside and out. We like stopping by…read morehere for a good cocktail, and a snack. Bartenders have always been friendly and make delicious cocktails. Add this to your rooftop tour when visiting Asheville.

Gorgeous rooftop. Exceptional service. Delicious food. My 4 stars reflect my Spritz flight. They…read morewere just okay. A little watered down.

This place lives up to its name! Quirky and odd as well as fun and eclectic. Great onion rings…read more Staff is super friendly and you can start up quite the lively conversation here! Check out all of the "odd" memorabilia and just soak it all in. This is one of those places that you just have to see. Walk around the building as well - the murals are fantastic as is the "Wild West Asheville" mural out in the courtyard/patio area.

Weird wild exceptionality friendly bar ! Drinks were reasonable and not overpriced. The bar could…read moreseem intimidating to some but I assure you it's not everyone seemed cool.

Our daughter lives in Orlando and is a big fan of a good Tiki Bar so we decided to give it a go…read more Pretty empty on a Wednesday but they had a great drink special on a Navy Grog and it was really good! Bartenders were super friendly and we learned a lot about the bar and the area. Would definitely go back! And cant beat the rainstorm that comes through every now and then!

Why do people like this place? Drinks are shite (we tried two) and the ambiance is middling (you're…read moreplaying classic rock in a tiki bar?) with a HUGE space that was barely full on a Friday night. Thumbs down.

We came down after dinner for the speakeasy vibes, but the desserts (and vibes) were a highlight…read morefor me! AMBIANCE This is where the place really comes together in theme and historic-vibes! Red Ribbon Society is supposedly the hotel's former basement boiler room... lots of velvet and brass in a sophisticated way set again the industrial setting (supposed to be calling to the history of its original heating engineer's work). There's a fabulous jazzy vibe, just enough secrecy to make it fun (you get an invitation when you check-in telling you about a codeword to get in ;) but will keep that a secret for you!) You can sit at the barstool areas with hooks for bags/coats or settle into one of the tables or booths along the side and toward the back. FOOD Since we only came for dessert, it was quick enough. We were served water and our orders were taken in 10 minutes and both of the desserts we ordered were served if not 10 minutes after. We ordered the Tiramisu ($14 on the menu we saw?) had which was quite good and espresso-soaked just right and had a good ratio'd amount of the ladyfingers and mascarpone mousse. The second dessert we ordered was a surprise in a great way. It was the Cornmeal and pumpkin at the time? Upside-Down Cake ($15), served with vanilla gelato and salted brown butter or caramel crumble, was just as good!!! Loved the cornmeal combo with the caramel in the skillet crunching up on the side. If you're after something savory though, they also offer flatbreads, pizza, and lighter bites. There's some overlap with Luminosa menu, the hotel's main restaurant, but it feels like a completely different night out down here--much cozier and more tucked away. SERVICE Service was quick, and the little "codeword" or entry-card routine was a cute way to start the evening. It didn't seem strictly necessary to get in, but it added to the fun of the whole speakeasy idea without feeling too serious. It wasn't especially crowded when we arrived, although a line formed later. We only noticed two or three servers working, so we appreciated how quickly we were looked after when larger parties arrived. Very swanky spot and great vibes and dessert 1 would return.

This is a neat little speakeasy stashed in the basement of The Flatiron Hotel. Although we were…read morepresented with "red ribbon pins" by the hotel we didn't need them for entry, at least on this cold February weeknight. With a dark interior and limited lighting the bar has a serene vibe, a great place for a quiet drink before or after dinner. My wife and I shared a slice of tiramisu, delicious, and enjoyed a couple cocktails and conversation served up by our bartender Emma. Well worth checking out.

Really cool bar in basement under Bru coffee. Unique cocktails never seen before. Had a Fernet…read morebased cocktail for the first time - I usually just shoot it haha. Great bar tenders - know their stuff.

Farmese Cocktail Lounge was such a fun little find while exploring Asheville!…read more Walking in and heading downstairs gives it a cozy, hidden-gem feel. The lounge is stylish, comfortable, and a great place to escape the heat for a bit. The bartender was friendly, the cocktails were well made, and although the drinks were a little on the pricey side, they were worth it for the atmosphere and service. We didn't stay long, but we really enjoyed our stop. If you're looking for a cozy cocktail lounge in downtown Asheville, this one is definitely worth checking 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.

If I could give them stars I totally would. The vibe is ultra cool. It has a total Edgar Allan Poe…read morevibe. The cocktails are off the chain. We had the Gin and Tonic and the Fall Fashion (smoked Old Fashionend). The bartender is the bomb.

A dimly lit bar located in a basement in West Asheville…read more We had a large group after a wedding and the staff was efficient and courteous. Classic cocktails are offered as well as a nice selection of craft beers and mocktails. With unique artistic features,this bar gives you a very cozy feel and a good place to hang with friends and family.

A perfect place to go for a late night drink. It is an underground cocktail lounge in West…read moreAsheville. It is directly beneath The Hop Ice Cream . It is dark with wood interiors and bench and booth seating. They offered a variety of classic cocktails and mocktails. The bartenders hustled to keep up with orders. It's a good place to enjoy some drinks .

During our weekend visit to Asheville, there weren't a lot of places open on a Sunday night near…read moredowntown Asheville to grab a bite, but we stumbled upon Wicked Weed Funkatorium. Sadly, they weren't busy at all, but we really liked the "funky" vibe and the large covered outdoor seating area they offered. We ordered drinks and food at the bar and then grabbed a high top outside. Since I like cucumber water, I ordered the Coolcumber - a golden ale brewed with cucumber, juniper, & basil. It was delicious and refreshing. For dinner, we ordered the Kale Caesar Salad and Mortadella Pizza (formerly the Bologna Pizza...or vice versa). Both the salad and pizza were generously portioned and perfect for two of us to share. Let's start with the salad. O.M.G. It is one of the best kale salads -- if not THE best kale salad -- I've ever had. They took care to massage the leaves with the dressing to make them very tender, then it was topped with a mound of shredded Parmesan cheese. So incredibly tasty. If you've ever turned your nose up at kale, this will change your mind. Next up was the Mortadella/Bologna pizza. It was wood-fired to char the crust and then covered in sauce, mozzarella, mortadella, stracciatella, and pistachio pesto. Having recently been to Italy, these were all ingredients I was still craving. It was delicious. The food was crave-worthy. The drink menu is extensive. The staff was all really friendly and welcoming. And the atmosphere was awesomely funky. I'd definitely return.

I really can't believe I haven't rated this place. My husband and I have been here many many times…read more We love the Funkatorium! If you love sour beer, this is the place for you. They have a great food menu selection too. We got the fried barrata, which was super flavorful and yummy! Could have used more bread though. The bread to cheese/sauce ratio was off a little. They have a nice outdoor seating area, some of it covered. We will continue to come here!