We got the bento box. It was amazing and have to regrets. The server was very quick with the order…read moreand was also very kind. The food was gone within minutes. The owner also came by the table and asked if we had any concerns. He was extremely considerate. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone coming in with an empty stomach and also wanting amazing customer service.

Great experience here. Seated immediately and staff were very friendly. Service was exceptional…read morethroughout the meal. Always there when we needed anything and checked frequently. Glass never got less than halfway before another was laid down. I think I drank a full gallon of sweet tea before I knew it. Food was perfect. Two of us had the Madness Bento boxes and one Classic Bento. All tasty and reasonably priced. Sliders, sushi, gyoza on the bentos all great. Fries crispy and seasoned well. Salad was fresh. Burger was big and full of flavor. Will definitely be back.

Tried the food again. 7.00 for a mediocre ice cream- milkshake. Meh. Not impressed. Pizza looks…read morelike they got frozen and tried to make it edible. Oh and we just tried it. This looks and tastes like cardboard pizza from the freezer.

Lucked up and found this burger joint connected to a Shell station off the highway…read more Staff is friendly, the restaurant was clean and had signs and posters everywhere. Everything came out hot and fresh. My husband had a cheeseburger and I had the Texas Traveler burger with fries. I wish we had time to eat at the restaurant but we were headed back to Charlotte. This place is a highway exit gem!!! I hope we make our way back the next time we're in Asheville!

Do you enjoy delicious homestyle cooking? Then Moose Cafe is the place for you. The restaurant is…read morelike a diner and a mountain lodge combined, open layout and views of the valley. Service is always friendly. Portions are large and you won't leave hungry. The biscuits are amazing! I had the blueberry pancakes with a fried egg and homefries. My hubby had the veggie omelet. Love this place!

Ambiance: lively, casual; the place had a Cracker Barrel vibe!…read moreService: prompt, responsive Food: not much in terms of choices for vegetarians; we ended up ordering fish sandwich and a plate of sides. Half the farm fresh sides had meat in them so, Mac and cheese, coleslaw, a side of a salad and a tomato pie made to our plate. Biscuits with apple butter were ok; for everything else, salt was the general manager!!! Not for us.

The food was delicious! I ordered the Mama's Mac along with one of their seasonal beers, and…read moreeverything was cooked perfectly. We sat outside, and the weather was just right. The atmosphere was clean and inviting, with a nice crowd, and they even had karaoke going on that night, which made it even more fun. Our waiter was great--very attentive, checked on us throughout our meal, and made sure we had everything we needed. Great food, great atmosphere, and great service. We really enjoyed our experience at Daddy Mac's Down Home!

4.5/5 stars. Our first time here, we were drawn in because…read moreof the BBQuterie board (genius idea, love it!!). Mama Mac (BBQterie board)- Brisket was cooked perfectly, but did not have much flavor or seasoning. Pulled pork was my favorite of what we had- that was seasoned wonderfully and cooked perfect. The wings (dry rubbed and smoked) were yum. Collards were good. Baked beans were good but super sweet. Cole slaw was nothing special. Pickles were super sweet as well. The BBQ sauces were great we tried all 3. Our favorite was the cheerwine one. They were out of 2 appetizers and potato salad which was supposed to come with the barbequterie board, so they let us choose what to sub it with. We picked cowboy caviar which ended up being okay, not much flavor there. The salad in a jar was good, you dump it into a bowl yourself. The jar was great because everything on the salad was portioned perfectly! Loved the chicken in the salad too. Only waited a few minutes for a table at 2:30p on a Sunday holiday weekend. There is an attached free parking lot and we were able to get a spot, but when we left there were no spots left and someone was waiting for our spot. There is street parking as well.

This is a true down home neighborhood bar. It's the kind of spot that patrons that frequented the…read moreplace for many years get off of work and go grab a drink. I love coming here for Karaoke and trivia. For the nights there aren't events you can listen to your favorite tunes on the TouchTunes box. No frills kind of spot with darts and pool table as well. Amazing bartenders. The staff really makes a place and I adore the bartenders here. They are always taking such good care of their people. It's hard not to have a smile on your face when you're cracking jokes with these amazing people. Full bar and even has the Altamont Deli connected. Love that I can get food play pool and sing my heart out in a place that no one is gonna judge and everyone is there to have a good time.

Fun spot, good people!!! I would recommend, for a beer in the sun...True southern dive bar!read more

I had an amazing experience at Chestnut in Asheville. I ordered the Shrimp and Grits, and it was…read morehonestly the best I've ever had, cheesy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. My daughter had the filet, which was cooked beautifully and just as delicious (although a bit small, as noted on the menu). The ambiance is cozy yet lively, and the place was absolutely packed... clearly a local favorite. Service was great, and the whole evening felt special from start to finish. I'll definitely make Chestnut a repeat stop whenever I'm traveling through Asheville. Highly recommend!

Fyi no pics taken since we went here for our anniversary dinner. Will be sure to take some the next…read moretime we come here....they'll be on the list for sure. Our evening started with complimentary champagne....booked in advance and told the staff we were in town celebrating and they took great care of us. We skipped the apps, but were impressed that they offer smaller plates, along with their entrees. My wife ordered the 4 Oz filet, which was so tender that it didn't require a steak knife to cut it. Her butter knife was sufficient enough. Honestly, her fork would've been enough. You can tell they have good beef quality....the filet was very tasty. Was served with a sauce and whipped potatoes, along with fresh green beans. I ordered their scallops and polenta dish. Honestly, I think the garnish was a bit over the top.....however, their scallops were delicious and tender. I normally like a good sear but can appreciate how they prepared theirs. The seasoning was flavorful and their sauce with the garnish went well with it. The only mark I can make had to do with the polenta. It was quite tasty, but the consistency didn't match the description of the dish. Regardless, it paired very well with the scallops. Ended the night with complimentary dessert, which was their blackberry peach crumble with ice cream, which was delicious. One of the best desserts we've had in some time. Our waiter James was fantastic. He was great in describing dishes, and was timely with the service and making sure our drinks were taken care of. The manager on duty, Brooke, was wonderful as well and even extended well wishes on our celebration. All in all, their staff did a great job. You can also tell that the other tables got similar service as well. We had all intentions on coming back and checking out their brunch, which was highly recommended, but ended up doing something else the following day. This is a solid option for date night dining. Very intimate setting downtown. Parking is ridiculous to try and get close by, especially on a Friday night, but theres a parking deck under a mile away from the front door. This is another Asheville spot we'll have in the rotation. Very impressed and can't wait to try other options there in the future.

I came to eat at Griff's on a Saturday with three others a bit after 1pm, and we were able to get a…read moretable immediately. The food was great - very fresh and good flavors. You can tell that the menu is carefully thought out, and it was great they have several vegetarian options. I ordered the seasonal salad, the falafel sweet potato fries, and the arancini to share with the table. The arancini came out first - very crispy and well done. The current risotto is a corn risotto. The seasonal salad came out next, and it was delicious. The sweet potato fries with falafel was an interesting combination, but it worked because the tzatziki sauce was delicious with both the sweet potato fries and the falafel. As a vegetarian, it was great for protein as well. The reason I knocked off a star was because the service was not the best. They were very friendly, and it felt welcoming, but the food took a long time for it not being very busy and the server had a hard time giving suggestions. They also didn't come over for long periods of time, especially for the long waits for the food. But the food was really great!

This place is great! The owner/ chef makes delicious food and it is reasonable by comparison to…read moreother restaurants. It has a small homey feel and we have become regulars there. Highly recommend!

DA-YUMMMM! I'm no local but consider a move to Asheville, and Haywood Common is the kind of place…read morethat helps make the decision for me. A friend has brought me here a couple times - once to dine in on the patio with her dog, and once for takeout - and it's been just delightful both times. The dining in experience was a Monday lunch and very quiet while the takeout was a Sunday evening and much busier. Despite the takeout situation, I opted for southern fried chicken most recently and was really delighted with the meal. The collards were well seasoned, the cornbread was huge, the slaw was slaw (though nothing to write home about, it's hard to make slaw that's worth writing about), and the chicken was well breaded, not overcooked, and still kinda crunchy despite its steam bath. I might have had the southern fried chicken plate the first time too, come to think of it... it's just impossible to find well done Southern food in the west, so I can't pass it up! The patio has nice seating options including a couple coveted tables in the shade. They are all pretty huge picnic tables so you may end up sharing if it's busy, but that's kinda the vibe here. There are dog water bowls and ice water for the pups in the summertime. Regarding vibes, it's right up my alley with servers rocking hairy armpits and tattoos all over the place. If you're a little more physically conservative you may be a bit put off, but I'd encourage you to try it out anyway.

Service was successful and ambiance was pleasurable. I even got a discount from one of the…read moreemployees who went to the same middle school I did back in the day. I got the Cheesesteak (consisting of grass-fed NC beef, smoked garlic mayo, pepperoncini, and caramelized onions) on a GF bun with vegan cheese and fries with ketchup and garlic mayo. The fries were nicely crispy and the two dipping sauces added great flavor. The flavors on the cheesesteak worked in harmony with great beef and a warm bun. Overall, this is how to get the GF and DF cheesesteak of one's dreams.

My husband and I arrived at Mama Dale's Kitchen just after noon on a Friday in August for lunch…read more The restaurant is located inside the old Dairy Queen, next door to the Shell gas station off Smokey Park Hwy, near exit 44's off ramp. The location is convenient for us coming from Candler. The dining room was empty upon arrival, with us being the only customers in the building. No one was at the counter and we questioned whether they were actually open. Fortunately, after about 5 minutes, a young lady popped out from the kitchen to take our order. The business is fairly new, so a few things stood out as being "unfinished." The menus were located next to the register on the counter, and not visually on display. The walls were bare and lacking in artwork, which hindered the atmosphere. But the establishment was very clean. The server didn't appear to be super knowledgeable about the menu, and they were out of select items (such as tator tots and certain fountain drinks) because "the delivery truck hadn't come in yet." The seating booths and restaurant equipment (like the fountain drinks dispenser) appeared to be left over from the prior establishment. Overall, the environment felt like walking into a ghost town; eerie. On the positive side, the place was quiet and not overly loud with obnoxious clanging or shouting conversations. I prefer a quiet environment when I eat. :) Onto the food: I ordered the Kim's Double Decker Club with fries and hubby ordered the Double Smash Burger. We only waited about 10 minutes for the food to be brought to the table. He tore his burger up before eating half my sandwich. The club was, hands down, one of the best clubs I've ever had. The candied bacon was so damn delicious. I can't remember the last time I ate a sandwich that had me actually celebrating my meal. The French fries had an appetizing seasoning, but unfortunately, I found them to be to mushy and greasy for my liking. Definitely could use to be fried longer. There was a second lady who checked on us periodically through the meal to make sure we had everything we needed and that everything was kosher. Overall, I heavily recommend this restaurant based on the food and affordable pricing alone. I'm sure they will decorate and find their groove the longer they're open and operating. Will undoubtedly be back, and hope to see others discover this surprising hidden gem. Ambiance 4/5 Cleanliness 5/5 Wait time 3/5 Service 4/5 Food 4/5 Price 5/5 Location 5/5

I made reservations for 20 people for my husband's 50th birthday a month in advance and confirmed…read morethe reservation 2 days before his birthday. When I arrived 15 min early to set up the place was closed doors locked. I messaged the owner and got no response. Very disappointed. I spent money on balloons and decorations and wasn't able to use. Also it is very difficult to come up with a plan bee with no notice for 20 people to sit down together and eat.

Been to all three locations following this restaurant. The biscuits are amazing , crunchy and…read moresalty on top and tender in the middle. The bacon egg and fontina cheese sandwich is delicious. We switched out the bacon for sausage today. Even more delicious. The new location is beautiful, right across from a parking deck makes it very convenient. The chairs they picked out for the restaurant are so comfortable , just right for enjoying a cup of coffee. Can't wait to return!

A small looking place from the outside that opens up into this light airy place with seating…read moreinside. Overall sound was calm enough that you could work or have a conversation without yelling. Service is counter service where you order and pick up your drink and they bring your food to the table. After you are done you bus your own table. I am not a biscuit fan at all, i was coming because they had pancakes and this is the first morning i did not need to be in the office at 630am, i started to looking at the reviews on yelp while waiting in line and decided to give it a shot. I want to order 1000 of them and take them home with me. The outside has a beautiful texture and amazing crunch followed by a soft inside that holds the butter and jam nicely together without falling apart. After eating one i did not have that feeling of dense food sitting in my stomach. In addition to the bisuit i had a side order of potato and they were fried to perfection giving a crunchy outside snd soft center, the crem fresh served with it added to the depth of flavors. So happy that i was able to try this place and will make this a regular stop when im back in asheville. From what i understand on the weekends the line is crazy, maybe i will have to stop back in before my flight on saturday!!