Best Brunch Restaurants in High Country

20 restaurants available nearby

1. The Blackbird

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 24 times today

**PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR THANKSGIVING MENU FOUND AT WWW.THEBLACKBIRDRESTAURANT.COM WILL BE THE ONLY MENU OFFERED ON THANKSGIVING DAY**The Blackbird Restaurant is a Chef Owned Restaurant serving local, fresh ingredients. The Blackbird’s goal is to delight guests with cooking grounded in the traditions and ingredients of the Carolinas creating an unique and vibrant menu – New American with Southern Flares.The menu features the seasonal best from local farmers, fresh catches from the coast of the Carolinas, incredible local micro-brews, specialty cocktails, and great wines from the around the world. Our menu changes seasonally to reflect the bounty of the area and the chef’s creativity. The Blackbird’s award-winning food, desserts and prompt service will impress you every time.We are located in the heart of downtown Asheville, on Biltmore Ave. You can find us at the corner of The Aloft Hotel.Parking Garage is located at the back on Lexington Ave. The first hour is free.

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2. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

4.6

Exceptional(5843)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 58 times today

We are in OpenTable's Top 100 Places to Brunch in America!At Tupelo Honey, we create breakfasts, brunches, lunches and suppers that invite you to put on your Sunday’s best and gather around the table for gracious and delicious Southern food. This original, flagship location boasts over 20 years of delighting diners and providing a high energy environment that is synonymous the Asheville community. Reservations highly recommended.

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3. Bold Rock – Downtown Asheville

4.3

Awesome(88)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Explore what Bold Rock has to offer at our Downtown Asheville taproom. Join us for world-class cider, cocktails, beer, and a from-scratch food menu perfect for lunch, dinner, or happy hour! Plus, we offer a southern-style brunch every Saturday and Sunday.

4. Blue Ridge

4.8

Exceptional(5091)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Asheville

Booked 50 times today

The Blue Ridge restaurant is a farm-to-table artisanal buffet overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. The Morning Table signature buffet, served each morning, will redefine all that you imagined breakfast could be. Two massive rooms are filled with amazing breakfast options, including a yogurt bar, omelet station and great gluten free options. Don’t miss the award-winning Friday night Seafood Buffet, Saturday night Prime Rib Buffet and phenomenal Sunday Brunch. It’s the perfect way to end any week.Reservations recommended.

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5. Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn

4.7

Exceptional(6302)

Price: Expensive

• American • Asheville

Sunset Terrace is our iconic upscale classic restaurant featuring traditional American cuisine with an emphasis on hand cut steaks, seafood and regional favorites and an award winning wine list. Taste signature cocktails paired with popular dishes from the lobster cobb salad to the chilled seafood platter. Located on the outdoor terrace of the 100 year old Main Inn, enjoy breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Executive Chef, Enrique Galan and Chef de Cuisine Joel Mauck craft delectable dishes to be enjoyed with a setting and experience that you will always remember. The Sunset Terrace is an eleven-time recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, most recently in 2024.Reservations are strongly recommended.Dress accordingly to the weather.

6. Bargello

4.4

Awesome(469)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Asheville

Booked 4 times today

Bargello®, located in the Hotel Arras, is named after the 17th century Florentine needlepoint style. The intricacy of this stitch embodies the restaurant weaving together their love for community, cuisine, and hospitality to create the ultimate casual fine dining experience.Bargello's culinary team draws their inspiration from the flavors you experience when traveling along the Mediterranean coastline. Seasonal and locally sourced dishes include fresh hand-rolled pastas, house-made breads, and innovative cuisine from Executive Chef Tyler Slade. Bargello’s menu changes often to reflect the local produce available in Western North Carolina.Complementary valet parking is available exclusively for Bargello during dinner service from Wednesday to Sunday, between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM. A reservation is required, and the valet service is limited to a maximum of three hours. This offer is not valid on holidays, special events, or private events.

7. Ukiah

4.7

Exceptional(1688)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Asheville

Booked 19 times today

Welcome to Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse, where Japanese Soul Food meets American BBQ by James Beard Nominated Chef Michael Lewis. “Japanese Smokehouse” is defined as merging Japanese ingredients and flavors with American BBQ techniques, and everything in between.Menu highlights include light and refreshing dishes such as Wagyu Tataki with house kimchee, yuzu kosho and savory soy or Tuna Takaki with fire roasted peppers + ponzu, to bolder flavors such as Smoked Pastrami Short Rib with toasted rye, fire roasted kimchi + yuzu pickles. We are currently open 5 days a week for Dinner as we navigate after Hurricane Helene.Please note, our dining room consists of booths, regular tables and high-tops. We will try our best to accommodate you at your prefer location, but sometimes it is not possible due to party size. Our outdoor tables can be requested but not guaranteed when booking on open table.

8. Isa's Bistro

3.7

Very Good(2017)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Enjoy Complimentary Valet Parking provided by Haywood Park Hotel, conveniently located next door.Internationally Inspired. Asheville Perfected. Welcome to Isa's Bistro, an award-winning farm-to-table restaurant. Located in downtown Asheville, Isa's is renowned for its charming street-level patio – the perfect spot for a leisurely weekend brunch or a romantic dinner, ensuring a truly exceptional dining experience. Isa's is your destination for exceptional cuisine, superb service, and a comfortable atmosphere, appealing to both locals and visitors alike. Expect an eclectic menu, craft cocktails, and decadent desserts.Isa's Bistro is situated in the heart of downtown Asheville, at One Battery Park Avenue, just steps away from the Harrah's Cherokee Center, the Grove Arcade, and a wealth of attractions, shops, and galleries. Our 90-seat dining room is complemented by a wine cellar event space, capable of accommodating anywhere from 4 to 120 guests.

9. Hemingway's Cuba

4.2

Awesome(2751)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • Asheville

Booked 2 times today

Recognized as the best Cuban food in the state of North Carolina by Big 7 Travel, come savor our savory Cuban dinner menu in Asheville, North Carolina. We pair traditional Cuban cuisine with Asheville flair to deliver an experience that keeps you coming back for more. Paired with the stunning panoramic views of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Hemingway's Cuba is a favorite Asheville restaurant and rooftop bar for visitors and locals alike. Thank you for booking your reservation at Hemingway’s Cuba! We look forward to having you. If you’d like to sit on our rooftop terrace, please put your request in the notes. Please note that terrace seating is not guaranteed due to high demand and weather restrictions.Book Hemingway's Winter Cabanas here: https://bit.ly/47gYW1m

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10. The Bistro - Biltmore Estate

4.8

Exceptional(4327)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 36 times today

The Bistro is located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate, right next door to Biltmore's award-winning winery. Please be aware that you must have a valid paid estate admission ticket, be staying at Inn on Biltmore Estate or Village Hotel, or be a Biltmore Annual Passholder to dine on property. Please note that due to limited seating availability we are unable to accept reservations for our patio. All patio seating is assigned on a first come first served basis. The Bistro features contemporary American fare. Fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients are the focus on the dinner menu, which features premium steaks, impeccable mountain trout and seafood, poultry and lamb. Gardens on the estate produce a wide array of vegetables and fruits throughout the seasons, and our extensive pasture lands provide all-natural, hormone-free Black Angus beef and lamb.

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Paulvip
Asheville / Western North Carolina •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is one of the few restaurants downtown that opened early after the Helene and is invested in our community. They currently have a limited menu while waiting for clean running water to return to our city (hopefully tomorrow). Still, everything I tried on it the last three times I visited was terrific. I especially like chicken and waffles and meatloaf.
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Tupelo Honey - Downtown AshevillePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Asheville
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4.6
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Tanya
Charlotte •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The Cinnamon Challah with coconut was phenomenal. French press coffee was very good. Great place for great food and conversation. Overall environment was relaxing. 100% recommend this restaurant.
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The BlackbirdPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Asheville
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4.4
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Judy
Coastal North Carolina •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 24, 2024
Eating outside on the terrace with its outstanding views makes Sunset Terrace a beautiful and special place. I always go there to celebrate special occasions.
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Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park InnPrice: Expensive• American• Asheville
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4.7
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Charles
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined on Sep 20, 2024
We were very disappointed with the server/waiter we had during our visit on September 20th, our reservations were for 5:00. I took my wife out for her birthday along with my sister-in-law, who was a first timer at the restaurant, and the service from our waiter was appalling. Our tea glasses were never filled my wife had to walk up to the desk to get refills. The girls that remove the dirty dishes started coming by to fill water and tea. A 200.00 bill and this is the kind of service we got!
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Blue RidgePrice: Expensive• Southern• Asheville
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4.8
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Darlenevip
Charlotte •10 reviews
4.0
Dined on Sep 10, 2024
Excellent good and service!!! Fried Pickles were terrific!!!
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Bold Rock – Downtown AshevillePrice: Moderate• American• Asheville
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4.3

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. The Blackbird

2. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

3. Bold Rock – Downtown Asheville

4. Blue Ridge

5. Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn

6. Bargello

7. Ukiah

8. Isa's Bistro

9. Hemingway's Cuba

10. The Bistro - Biltmore Estate

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