Was recommended here by a lady who spends hundreds every time she comes... and I can see why!! My…read moregoodness, these cakes were delicious - perfectly light, not too sweet, just amazing. I'd definitely come again if I was in the area. They're open late - and still bustling - and there's a decent amount of seating. Nice night ambiance. Prices are high but worth. Get: - hazelnut napoleon 5/5, perfect texture even though I'm not a hazelnut fan usually, this was wow - strawberry mousse cake 5/5, so refreshing and yummy!! - Godiva cheesecake 4/5, a bit heavier but still a solid cheesecake

In the search for a coffee shop, not much was open on a Saturday at 8am. Lucky for us we ran into…read moresome locals, who quickly directed us towards Old Europe Pastries. That's where everyone was at 8 am on Saturday morning. The cozy coffee shops with indoor and outdoor seating was conveniently located. We ordered a couple of coffees, some lattes, and picked up some croissants. Everything was great! The service was exceptional. The line was long, but the staff did a great job moving it along and taking orders. We did have to wait a bit for our order, but that was expected given the amount of people.

The ice cream sandwiches are ENORMOUS. You're definitely getting your money's worth here!…read more The flagship shop is small, eating outside is a good idea. All of the flavors are delicious and rich. Try the seasonal options! If you see their bright blue trucks, definitely stop in for a scoop or Sammie!

My husband and I shared an ice cream sandwich with cookie dough ice cream and chocolate cookies…read more They were nice enough to cut it perfectly in half for us. These sandwiches are huge and half was the perfect amount. The ice cream was fine, but the cookies were the real standout. They were soft, fresh, and delicious. My only downsides were the price and the parking. They're a little expensive. Located in downtown Asheville, you either have to get lucky with limited street parking or pay $5 to park across the street. Overall, it was a fun treat, and I'd definitely come back for those cookies.

The line (if there is one) goes quickly! Decadent chocolate ice cream or drinks- they have quite a…read moreselection, and this is a fantastic spot if visiting! They have free water too and ample space for a family to relax for a break.

I love hot chocolate and was excited to order one, but for $8, I was honestly shocked by the…read moreportion size. The cup was TINY -- not even what I would consider a normal child-size serving. It felt much more like a small tasting or shot-size cup. I don't mind paying a premium for something special, but there needs to be some reasonable relationship between the price and what you're actually receiving. At $8 each, I expected an actual cup of hot chocolate, not a few sips. It unfortunately came across as unnecessarily stingy, especially for something as simple and comforting as hot chocolate. A more generous serving -- or at the very least making the unusually small size clear before ordering -- would make a huge difference. The hot chocolate itself may is truly lovely, but at this portion and price, I wouldn't order it again. Bummer.

When my friend saw I was in Asheville she mentioned we had to get the shaved ice at Sweets and…read moreSeats. She said it was the best shaved ice she's ever had and way better than any she even had in Hawaii. I was intrigued and suggested to my husband we stop by after dinner one night. This cafe is soooo cute. I'm here on vacation and trying not to work, but if i needed to work for a few hours I would definitely go here. I'd work and eat one dessert after another. The mango shaved ice was even better than expected. It was ginormous and I was full from dinner, but did a pretty good job eating most of it because it was too delicious to stop. My husband got a piece of blueberry cheesecake and i couldn't help, but have a few bites of that as well. I was hoping to make it back a second (or third) time, but sadly don't think we are going to have time. Another reason to come back to Asheville and it may just be my first stop!

This appeared to be a new dessert/bakery place in Asheville...and possibly Taiwanese-owned?…read more Not only beautifully inviting and spacious, with plenty of seatings, the place had awesome A/C (a perfect rest stop on a hot day!) as well. Loved their menu as well. Although their mini cakes and other treats appealed to me as well, I opted to try their Taro Shaved Ice (they had 2 other flavors as well...think Mango and Mocha?). Well, their Taro Shaved Ice was PERFECT!!! The shaved ice was nice and dry, and the toppings (Boba, Lychee jelly, and Strawberries...even whipped cream on top) were generous and delicious! LOVED the place...and I can't wait to return! My husband will absolutely loved their version of Shaved Ice...What a treat to come!

Craving a sweet treat with my dinner which was located in the building about a block away, I…read morestumbled upon The Hop. The space is super cute and perfect for a quick stop in to eat amazing ice cream! They have a cooler of pup cups and my dog loved it! I sampled a few flavors and with the help of the worker, chose a scoop of lavendar vanilla with a waffle cone bowl. It was the perfect hint of flavor without overwhelming and it paired well with the waffle cone bowl. I will definately be back to try another flavor next time I am in Asheville!

Many different ice cream flavors that were interesting. What I got this afternoon was their vegan…read moremango sticky rice and venardos tea party. Both flavors were unique. Can't wait to come back for other flavors! The staff was polite and didn't seem annoyed when I asked to try ice cream samples.

These were easily some of the best doughnuts I've ever had. If I close my eyes, I can still…read moreremember how good they tasted! We stopped here before visiting the Biltmore, and while parking was a bit of a challenge, it was absolutely worth it. We ended up parking on the street up the hill near some residential homes, but don't let that deter you. One of the coolest parts was being able to watch the doughnuts being made right in front of us. There was a line when we arrived, and we waited about 15 minutes to order and another 10 minutes or so for our doughnuts. Even with the wait, I'd do it all over again. The doughnuts were incredibly fresh, warm, light, and fluffy. Every flavor we tried was delicious, but the vanilla glazed and the toasted almond sesame cinnamon were my favorite. If you're in Asheville, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

Ok so for what it is it's great. What it isn't: a donut shop with like 20 different kinds in a…read morecase. They are only the raised type and only three different toppings. Cinnamon, almond sesame and plain. And I guess they have a fourth one every day that is different. Oh, and they don't have ice so the cold brew was kind of awkward.

Creme Brue Latte is the way to go! There was a line, but it moved quickly, and the staff was very…read morefriendly. The double-decker bus offers a unique vibe, and be sure to check the engraved bricks out front. The patio area is very charming and inviting. Be prepared, this is a cash-only establishment. The store next door does have an ATM.

This place is really known for their coffee but I got a smoothie here. Was actually pretty good and…read moresuper filling. Bring cash here as they only take cash. I loveeeee the aesthetic outside, it's very cozy and cool to hang out in. We started our bachelorette party at this location to get our day going and it was a perfect way to start the day!

While walking around downtown Asheville we stopped in for some chocolates. They have home made…read morechocolate, truffles, bark , gelato and drinks. They use local grass-fed milk for their gelato. We had a few truffles , creamy , rich and not too sweet. Cute place to stop in for a seet treat.

This place is a must stop! The ambience is absolutely wonderful between the chocolates, coffees,…read moreand the artwork. The staff is great and helped me pick out a great Coffee drink while I was here. The gelato is amazing! We were here yesterday and Marty's back today for the dark chocolate gelato again. I came back for the flourless chocolate cake, which is the most amazing thing I have ever put in my mouth. Amazing place!

They have an amazing honey pecan pie. Pies are very fresh and obviously made with love. You can't…read morego wrong here. The hardest part was trying to choose. We took to go. Not much seating inside, more like a coffee shop but is had a great feel. Can't wait for my next slice.

Shut the Front Door-this place is amazing! So many pies, it was hard to choose just one! I chose…read morethe buttermilk chess pie since that's something I can't get back home in Southern California. It was so smooth and creamy and deeeeelicious!

After having a great lunch down the street, we stopped in here for a scoop of ice cream…read more I believe the flavor I got was Grasshopper. It was a mint ice cream with Oreos mixed in. I loved it and wish I'd gotten two scoops. They have some cool ice cream combos, especially with their vegan flavors. I thought the price was super reasonable and would absolutely come back next time I'm in town.

I went on a Sunday evening and though there was a bit of a line the three people working got us in…read moreand out. I went with a vanilla bean shake with malt and caramel added. I decline the whipped cream and cherry. Though it was almost $10 nothing is inexpensive today. There were a couple of areas where you can sit outside and a few sitting areas inside.