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.

Second time at The Trailhead, and both were great experiences. We sat at the bar as we usually do…read morewhen it's an option. The bartender described some of the local beers that we were not familiar with and took our order quickly. The grilled chicken sandwich was juicy and flavorful and the fries were cooked to a golden brown, just the way I like them. Ambience was "bar casual" with a mix of locals and out-of-towners. It's a fun place and located in easy walking distance from the White Horse music venue.

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.

We stopped at this wine bar on whim. Nice place, we only had 1 glass of wine but it was very…read moreenjoyable. I recommend it

Wow! Just when I thought I discovered it all ... it just got better!! Sylva had a power outage…read moretoday & 1300 folks/businesses were without power so we kinda ended up here on default. (That is called a blessing in disguise!) When looking at the menu we didn't recognize any of the wines and we asked what they had close enough to a Cabernet that was very smooth - without a bite. For the first time in our lives we tried to Croatian red which is absolutely delicious!!! The chef made a charcuterie board (yummies from all local areas and farms) and the fact that it pleased my husband speaks volumes. (He is not a charcuterie man.) Yet He loved every item on the board as well as the Croatian wine. We Highly recommend this little gem of a place --it's small, intimate, cozy and when you look around filled with tons of history! The staff are welcoming & friendly which is always a HUGE plus!! The "after" charcuterie board photo speaks volumes as this is THE FIRST TIME ordering a charcuterie board where we ever ate it ALL!!

Adorable wine bar in Asheville Open and inviting with a…read moreconvenient location and friendly staff. You can tell locals go here. I had a refreshing glass of Sauv blanc before heading to a show.

What a hidden gem in Asheville. It's a fantastic space to drink wine listen to music and just…read morereconnect The wine was fabulous and service top notch

This is a hidden gem in Fairview. The owners are fun & amazing. They offer try-before-you-buy wine…read moresamples. Fantastic selection of wine to drink onsite, or retail bottles to take home. Plus unique art & gifts and a fabulous party room for a game night or book club.

I am a huge fan of Rooted in Wine! I love the ambiance, the beautiful plants,…read more the delicious food, and of course the wine! I recommend the wonderful olive oils from Italy. We tried the vegan cheese and loved it so much we got 2. The tomato plants we got there are now flourishing in my garden (more so than the others). I also bought earrings there from one of the local artists they support there and I LOVE them! The owners are so fun, friendly and knowledgeable! I would highly recommend Rooted in Wine to anyone looking for a unique and wonderful gift or an extra-special treat for themselves! Five stars but I'd give them more if I could!

Great wine shop in Highlands downtown. Everyone so nice and friendly, along with great knowledge…read moreabout wine. Always stop here when visiting Highlands.

What a fun place! We grabbed a glass of wine and a charcuterie board and sat outside next to the…read morefire pit - and had the best time! We look forward to going back when we're in Highlands!

My husband and I were visiting Asheville, and I went searching online for nearby wineries. That's…read morehow we discovered Point Lookout Vineyards. And what a discovery it was!! The grounds are absolutely breathtaking! It is so relaxing and peaceful. Then there's the wines. Point Lookout has a wonderful selection of dry, semi-dry, and sweet wines. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the service is amazing, even when there's a large crowd. I truly hated to leave. I just want to sit and enjoy the views all day. This is definitely a must-stop the next time we visit North Carolina!! I highly recommend Point Lookout Vineyards to everyone!

Beautiful place open/closed pavilion. Wonderful views of the vineyard and mountains. Wines were…read morevery good and mead Sting was yummy. We came in winter so I'm sure it will be a lot busier in the spring summer and fall!!

Absolutely loved this little wine spot tucked away in Blowing Rock. All my friends were shopping…read moretil they dropped and I opted for a wine break. I was delighted by the white sangria which was cold and refreshing. I didn't ask what was in it (silly me) but it tasted like Chardonnay. The atmosphere was super relaxing. I sat back in a big, comfy chair, the kind you sink down into, and sipped my sangria. There were two servers running the place and keeping up other the many other patrons that stopped by. Super nice and got the job done well!

Sweet little wine shop in downtown Blowing Rock that has a huge selection of wines to pick from. We…read moredid a flight, the sweet one, and every wine was really good, although my favorite was the blueberry. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. When we brought the flight to our table, he gave a quick overview of each wine and flavor to expect. Each tasted exactly as he described! The selection to pick from is massive, but they are there to help you pick the right one for you.

One of our stops as we were out and about checking out waterfalls…read more Very nice tasting room! Great wine options and food as well. Grabbed the classic tasting. Came with 5 wines. The Soup Patch Pinot was my fav. We had table service so pick your wine and they will bring it to you. Sip back and relax!

Absolutely NOTHING we didn't enjoy…read more Had their Bold @ Beautiful wine flight ... wonderful. Had the Davis rendition of the Super Tuscan ... it was! Shared a charcuterie plate - it lacked nothing and shocked with a few spectacular items. Ordered a smoked meat tray from the (next door) smokehouse and every part of it rocked. Nuff said. Staff were very knowledgeable, and wonderfully courteous. Location is quaint and welcoming, though out-of-the-way unless you're vacationing or live in the area. But for us ... well worth the hours trek through the mountains on a hot summer's day.

This place came highly recommended to me and I was so geeked that we were able to check it out…read more The vibes are so cool We came on a Sunday afternoon and was able to snag a seat at one of there velvet couches. This was one of THE most unique wine/cocktail bar I've been to for a few reasons. I loved the way their menu was formatted with details on flavor profiles, styles and separated into quadrants. They had a small food menu that was very intriguing and eccentric. My eyes locked in on the Thai Tea Panna Cotta! OMG yum! It was decadent, luscious and was so flavorful. The layered coconut milk and that lemon meringue on top was such a nice touch of acid to cut through all that richness. I'm a sucker for boba pearls too so it was all delicious. Our server was so friendly and helped us through the menu. She checked in on us periodically and made sure we were taken care of. They were also playing great music! I would highly recommend this place for all sorts of vibes - girls night out, date night or even just solo. Can't wait to come back!

Fun, modern dessert bar. live vinyl dj and a cool atmosphere. The tiramisu was delicious! We did…read morenot get the cookie plate for the holidays and regret it! Slight con: seating is very limited. there were two of us and one was seated on a backless stool at a table shorter than our knees. we would have stayed longer but 1) a little uncomfortable 2) felt sort of rushed for our seats.