Everything was so, so good!!! We sat in the wine cellar and Luna was our server. She was super…read moreknowledgeable and answered all the questions we had. We started with the bread service. Delicious. Next was the cheese board, we were warned that it was a large serving, and while it had a lot of variety, I don't think it was massive based on other cheese boards we had. We split the Korean chicken and skirt steak. Both were exceptional!! When we're back in the area, we'll definitely plan to visit multiple times during our trip. My only complaint was how tightly packed seats are in the cellar. The table directly behind us was sat a few minutes after we were and the guests were VERY loud, so it was hard to hear each other in the small space. Not a knock on P&P, just people not being able to read a room and realize they were disturbing guests around them.

We came here for brunch during our day trip to Black Mountain, North Carolina. Here is what we…read morethought. Atmosphere: The Pure and Proper is located inside a beautiful building. It is simply decorated on the inside and outside of the space. They have an upstairs and downstairs outdoor seating area. They also have indoor seating upstairs and downstairs. It looked like they have a little grab and go bakery / coffee spot inside. Service: The service was great. All the people we met were so friendly and helpful. The place was very clean and well maintained. Food: We were blown away by the food. I was amazed by what we ordered. My husband had their 'Monte Cristo' sandwich and LOVED it. He said it was the best sandwich he's ever had. I had their 'Catfish & Grits' which were delicious. It was packed with so much flavor. I loved the pickled onions that came on top of the dish. The catfish and grits dish hit all the tasting notes. It was sweet, savory, and a little sour with the pickled onions. I LOVED it. We will definitely be back during our trip in North Carolina. We've been to several Michelin star and recommended restaurants and Pure & Proper should be on the list!

We randomly stopped here on the way home from Asheville!!…read more We are so glad we did. We chose to sit outside, and people watch. The food was delicious. They made a great NA Bloody Mary. Get the poutine!!

We've been to Hell or High Water a few times now, and honestly--it still feels like one of Black…read moreMountain's best-kept secrets. Every time we go, I'm kind of shocked it's not absolutely packed. This is part of the Foothills Meats family, and if you know their spots (the butcher shop, the food truck, The Grange, etc.), you already know--they don't miss. So we went in the first time pretty confident, and they absolutely delivered. The space itself is great, but the rooftop is the real standout--easily one of the best views in Black Mountain. It's such a good spot to sit, have a drink, and hang out. Speaking of drinks--the bar is excellent. The bartenders have always been great, super easy to sit at the bar and enjoy yourself. They've got a strong liquor selection and fun, well-balanced cocktails. Now the food. Everything we've had has been consistently good, but our last visit really stood out. We shared the pork katsu sandwich, the sweet potato biscuits, and the poutine. The pork katsu was done really well--crispy on the outside, tender inside, with that classic crunch from the cabbage and a slightly sweet, tangy katsu-style sauce. I also really liked that the sauce was on the side so you could control each bite. The sweet potato biscuits surprised us--in the best way. Those are easy to mess up, and these were not. Soft, flavorful, slightly sweet with that savory balance, paired with ham, sorghum butter, smoked cheddar, and red eye gravy--it's a really thoughtful combination that just works. And the poutine... so good. Crispy fries, rich mushroom gravy, and cheese curds that actually hold their texture. It's hearty without being heavy, and every bite felt balanced. For the level of quality they're putting out, the prices are very reasonable--which makes it even more surprising that it's not more crowded. It's right in downtown Black Mountain, but we actually drive all the way from Flat Rock to come here--and it's absolutely worth it every time. Overall, this place just nails it. Great drinks, really solid food, beautiful setting--and somehow still flying a bit under the radar. Definitely worth checking out.

Soooo we were visiting our friends Adrienne and Cliff in Black Mountain and they took us to this…read moreplace that they said was very good. They left out the part about it being one of their favorite places. We took our dog and what a pet friendly area Black Mountain is. We sat outside and were greeted by Kakki. If you go or I'll say when you go, ask for Kakki. She was not only sweet but an incredible and knowledgeable server. We were all looking over the menu and made choices. We'll all but me ‍ Ordered was the burger which our friend said was delicious but more so he kept raving about the potatoes. Next ordered was the French toast which our other friend said was amazing. Then my wife ordered the lamb stew with rice. Ugg that is what I wanted so of course I had to change my order. The stew was Fantastic, delicious, flavorful, did I say delicious. Now for me. I was looking at the pies. There was the chicken and mushroom, spinach and feta and then Kikki said"so you want the peppers steak. I said , well I guess so. Wowwwww great choice. Sooooo good and the mashed and gravy was excellent. There was also a peri peri sauce that was yum. If you are in Black Mountain and do not go here, your loss Ciao for now

Fun, quirky restaurant with unusual South African dishes you won't find in many places outside of…read moreSouth Africa. While we were waiting for our food we walked around the farm which was cool.

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.

Beer cold. Bartender good. Great vibe. Would highly recommend. Play darts. Cool deck. Music.read more

I had a female server and she was more than pleasant. Gabe me a nice sticker of a bison, which is…read moreapparently their mascot. They don't serve food. It's cash only and it might be considered a dive bar. It's somewhat dark inside. They have live music. You can smoke out back. They have darts and some sort of video golf. Worth a visit.

I ate here with a large family group…read more The atmosphere is nothing fancy but service was very friendly and we were all very happy with our food.

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.

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.

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.

Cocktail bar with a turn-of-the-century feel, offering a creative cocktail and coffee menu…read morealongside a small bites menu if you're looking for something light. We stayed on the main floor since the host seated us there, but later realized you can order at the bar and take your drinks up to the rooftop--something I wish we knew earlier. The bartenders were pleasant and laid-back, not pretentious at all. The cocktails were inventive and well-crafted. I went with the Coffee Date and Lord of Misrule--pretty good--but in hindsight, I wish I had tried more of their Fever-Tree and Chemist collaborations, which sounded especially interesting.

Beautiful!!! Enjoyed my time at The Observatory. We attempted to sit out side but the wind and lack…read moreof sun due to cloud coverage had other plans for us and moved us inside! lol! It was nice for the 10 minutes we did last. The view is great and the inside reminds me of a French cafe with giant floor to ceiling windows and doers. There was a small two person table perfectly centered near the windows that overlooked the outside city. I would you have taken a photo but there were people sitting there lost in the pure bliss of that spot and each other. It was beautiful Anyway...onto the food. It was wonderful. Had the sliders and the kale salad. That salad was DELICIOUS and huge. They do take reservations but if you go later on in the night, you can find a spot at the bar!! Have fun!!

Too crowded and views are worth the expense/ experience…read more We found the food OK and the service good!

The gossip was all true... great place to stop for a meal while you're on I-40 (or as the locals we…read morewere chatting with told us, stop by anytime!). Extremely friendly service. The locals raved over the nachos and I heard them ask for the recipe. I'm here to rave to you over the side salad. You get a choice of "boring fries" (their name not mine) or a side salad with your sandwich. Holy cow, that's the best side salad I've ever had. No boring iceberg and insipid tomatoes here. Spring greens, sweet onion, shaved fennel, gourmet tomatoes, pepitas (pumpkin seeds), Craisins and lots of fresh herbs with an amazing house-made vinaigrette dressing. Impressive. Absolutely make a stop here and see for yourself.

This is the best food in Swannanoa and literally 2 minutes off I-40. The beer is great as well but…read moreno joke the food is to die for Nola inspired grub. Killer vibe inside with 10 seat bar, 2 lounge areas, hightop seating and a large/covered dog and kid friendly patio. Best chicken sandwich and roast beef sandwich in all of WNC. All the sides, apps and desserts are amazing and worth going back to fryer everything on the menu. Chef Dano(founder of Root Down) started with a food truck rocking out at all those amazing Pisgah Brewery outdoor shows and most recently ran the food program at salvage station(RIP). Our guy is back and now are doing the same high quality tasty fare in beautiful West Black Mountain