My husband and I spent the weekend in Asheville and heading back home we decided to stay overnight…read morehere. For people that don't know. This town and the adjoining town of Swannanoa was hit terribly by the hurricane in Sept 2024. They are really trying to get some tourist to come back . They need it. When you get off the exit go left and check out the adorable little town. Lots of boutiques and from what I can tell. This town has lots of little art stores and shops and really nice people. Come dinner time, we found this place. The menu was large and the staff very accommodating. The food was delicious. My husband and I have zero complaints about our food or experience. This was the first place I've ever been that served warm bean dip with your chips. It was delicious. I can't wait to go back. Go visit Black Mountain and show support by shopping and eating there. Take a drive up the mountain too. I'm already planning big to go back !

Seated right away. It's Sunday so they close early today. Lots of variety in the salsa bar and I…read moredefinitely made more flavors by mixing. The veggie soup and shrimp soup are so good! I had cheese enchilada and they were very good. I am a lover of sauce and do wish they had a bit more sauce. The chili relleno was very yummy . The food came out really fast.. And the service was great. Wish I would have gotten the young man's name who helped us. He was blonde with a nose ring and very sweet. Everything I had was so yummy I had to take a flan to go I snuck a little taste and it was yummy. A bit strong in flavor but I am looking forward to eating that as soon as I get back to my room. Margaritas are great as usual, Not sure I've ever really had a bad Margarita. As long as it has tequila, I'm a happy girl. All in all, this was a great stop and I would highly recommend.

The place was busy but worth the wait. The salmon cakes were delicious, we might go back just for…read morethose. Mountain to sea was solid and my wife had the special. Drinks were good. Service was some of the most friendly people I've ever seen behind the bar. Also, shocked by the prices (low) but not mad about it!

Best part about The Trailhead was the service - our waitress was very attentive and sweet!…read more The food was a variety of bar foods and we ordered four different appetizers which were all decent. The drinks were nothing to write home about...not great tasting but had alcohol haha.

The joys of being a flexetarian (I don't get meat 99% of the time). I can vouch for the ribs. I got…read morethe rib plate with a half rack and two sides (beans and coleslaw) and immediately craved more. The ribs were perfect, tender and the sauce was so good. I have been here several times over the last 6 years. I know people I have gone with have liked what they got. The meats are a little dry, I think it is meant for you to add sauce. They do keep 5 different sauces at the tables (regular, hot, mustard, white, and vinegar). I personally am not a fan of any of them. I like the sauce on the ribs and I think to use the beans at sauce. The style is to order at the counter and they call your name to come get your tray. They are very friendly and easy to interact with. With a limited number of inside tables, sometimes you do have to clear one to use it. I don't count that against the service because you are supposed to clear your table before you leave. I think that is pretty standard at BBQ places I have been do in the past.

Keep driving on 40. This ain't it. It's a cool looking building. When you walk inside, it's a cool…read moreIsh five. But the only thing that was really good was the barbecue beans? We had a cheeseburger, a barbecue sandwich, chicken, wings, french fries, Brunswick stew, macaroni and cheese, hush puppies, baked beans, and collard greens. The collard greens and Brunswick stew were the worst I've ever eaten in my life.

If I could rate this place lower I would. If you are not a regular do yourself a favor and go…read moreelsewhere. We went down the stairs (it is in a basement) and there were maybe 8-10 people at the bar and a lady behind the bar. We sat down at a table and it became obvious were were being ignored. I went up to the bar and asked for a menu and she said "Oh, we are all sold out of food". Really at 4:30 PM? We got the hint and went back up the stairs to civilization, walked across the street to Father's Pizza and had a great meal. If you are from out of town don't waste your time.

Atmosphere is nice. Bartender seemed annoyed that we were there 45 minutes before they closed. They…read morewere dead other than one other table so you'd think she'd be happy for the business. Although, when what appeared to be a regular came in 5 minutes before they closed, she was cheerful and friendly to him. Wings were decent, ask for crispy if you prefer crispier. Pizza (Detroit style) was ok.

If you're staying in Black Mountain or at least the greater Asheville area or want to check out…read moresome good eats with more laid-back, small-mountain town vibes, Goldfinch Kitchen & Cocktails will fit the bill just fine. The restaurant and patio bar are within walking distance to other spots in downtown Black Mountain, easily walkable if you are staying at an Airbnb in the local area like we were. The cocktails were glorious. On the first night, Puck's Potion and Negroni were very enjoyable. We found ourselves at the outdoor bar with the patio behind us, surrounded by quaint shops offering various retail and service options. The bartender that served us was super cool on the first night. We didn't have to wait for stools and enjoyed our cocktails on high-top seats. The second time we went, which was our last night in town, we had a reservation and went downstairs into the cellar. Watch your step as you descend the stairs so you don't trip. It was lovely to enjoy the libations and vibrations with my wife on her birthday week as we enjoyed Bahn mi with mustard-glazed roasted pork and falafels. Enjoying the meal in the cozy dining space was lovely and stylish, with modern art-like seats and a little lounge with a sofa behind us.

Friendly staff and nice atmosphere. They have ample outdoor seating as well as a cozy, nicely…read moredecorated dining room with a bar area. My friend and I both ordered the Cuban bowl, motivated by the fact it came with plantains. She added jerk Chicken to hers and I added pulled pork to mine. She said her jerk chicken was nice and flavorful, but I found my pork to be bland. We both LOVED the plantains; they were coated in some sort of seasoning with a little kick to it. This place is good for vegetarians as they offer many dishes to suit their needs. The bathroom was nice and warm and clean.

Very traditional Mexican and Latino affair... Saxon Latino cuisine of authentic Latin America…read more Homemade Mexican and Latin favorites from Colombia, Cuba, Costa Rica, Honduras, Peru, Guatemala and Venezuela everything from burritos, tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, fajitas, salads and various Carne, Bistec, Carnitas, Pollo and Chorizo plates and Tu Pais combinations. Again all very authentic and very traditional dishes. We had their chorizo and carnitas Tortas and they were both huge, moderately priced and very fresh. Fresh baked and toasted buns and a very traditional spread of mayo and chipotle peppers and thinly sliced tomatoes and avocados which made them both very homemade Tortas Mexicana They also have daily specials of 12 Wings for $8.99 Mondays and $.99 12oz draft Modelo and Dos Equis XX Amber Wednesdays and Saturdays and their bucket of Coronita Extra special for $14.99 everyday. This is a hidden East Asheville gem that is right off of I-40 Swannanoa exit and very well liked by the local Hispanic community.

Oh my goodness! My friend. Imi & I stopped in to this adorable restaurant to pick up carry out. We…read morediscovered the Mexican store in the back & purchased some lightly sweet dessert to go with our nachos and Chimichangas. Our food was so good! The green sauce and hot sauce were delish! We picked up extra guacamole & sour cream and our dinner was perfect!

We are so lucky to have found Black Eyed Susan catering for our wedding! Cynthia and Brad were…read moreattentive and professional from the very first contact, and they are truly masters of their craft. Planning a wedding in the midst of COVID is incredibly stressful. What stood out about Black Eyed Susan is their willingness to accommodate our needs and their attention to detail. They were never pushy or impatient, and the communication was fantastic throughout the entire process. Their team went above and beyond on our wedding day. I was initially worried about the logistics of preparing food onsite, but the process was seamless and the presentation was absolutely beautiful. A few highlights were the ham and sweet potato biscuits, the balsamic glazed short ribs, and the fried green tomatoes. If you're looking for a caterer, I can't recommend BES enough!!

We hired Black Eyed Susan for a dinner at our conference at Montreat this past week. Cynthia was…read moregreat to work with, crafted an awesome menu within our budget, and executed a top notch (full-service) event for us. Her staff were wonderful and the food was outstanding. I would highly recommend for large gatherings or weddings!

All of the food rewarded our taste buds with its sparkling freshness. I was impressed from the…read moremoment I received my house salad. The lettuces and other vegetables were so beautifully crisp and appetizing and the dressing was freshly made on site. The protein bowl was my entree and couldn't have been more satisfying. It too was pleasing in its presentation with its perfectly grilled kernels of corn and chicken breast on top--Just delightful and the portion was generous so I had leftovers to take home. My husband enjoyed the roasted turkey with cornbread dressing. Again the portions were plentiful and the plating showed the kitchen's pride by making sure everything looked as good it tasted. I could go on, but suffice it to say that we went back a couple of nights later. The menu is so varied, we could eat here for days without repeating an entree. Thanks, BMB!

What a wonderful restaurant with a beautiful patio! I dined alone, which is unusual for me. I…read morestarted with the half order of Buffalo wings. They are fantastic. They're definitely spicy, so not for the faint of heart. I also ordered the smoked Gouda veggie wrap with sweet potato fries. It was delicious and had a generous amount of pesto and balsamic vinegar. I ordered the pineapple coconut cake to take home for the next day, and it was fantastic! It was so light and refreshing. My server was very attentive and had excellent hospitality. I'll definitely be back at the bistro when I'm in town!