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1. Red Lobster - Asheville

4.2

Awesome(28)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Asheville

Booked 1 time today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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2. 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.

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3. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4.7

Exceptional(5961)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 71 times today

Stable Café is open from 4PM to 8pm daily for guests of Biltmore Estate.Biltmore tickets or an annual pass are required to visit all restaurants on the estate. For seasonal evening events, dinner reservations for all the guests in the party must have an evening-specific ticket or be an estate lodging guest. Dinner menu is a three-course, prefix menu.The convenient location next to Biltmore House, friendly hospitality, and delectable food make the Stable Café a popular stop after visits to the house and gardens. The ambiance of the historic surroundings in the renovated stable complex is unmatched.

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4. Limones Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(6288)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Asheville

Limones Restaurant is a fun spot with a unique blend of Mexican and Californian cuisine. Customers rave about the creative and original recipes, fabulous food, and outstanding service. The cozy ambiance and wide range of cocktails are also highlighted. The overall experience is rated highly, with many reviews praising the delicious food and excellent service.

5. Luminosa

4.7

Exceptional(255)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Asheville

Booked 23 times today

Where modern-Appalachian meets Italian-inspiration, Luminosa is bringing a hyperlocal lens to Italian cuisine, utilizing regional purveyors and local team member expertise to shape and curate the ever-evolving, seasonally driven offerings. Nestled within The Flat Iron Hotel, a historic boutique hotel in Asheville, North Carolina, Luminosa's carefully designed space radiates a welcoming tavern ambiance. Our culinary heart is a wood-burning oven, infusing a "touch of fire" into handmade pizzas, house-made pastas, and locally sourced vegetables. In homage to Asheville's renowned brewery scene, Luminosa's beverage program features local brews, including an exclusive collaboration, alongside a diverse selection of cocktails and wines.

6. Hemingway's Cuba

4.2

Awesome(2751)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • Asheville

Booked 5 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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7. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

4.5

Awesome(4035)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 75 times today

EDISON, craft ales + kitchen is an inventive bar and restaurant that brings together the food culture and local flavors of downtown, with expansive indoor and outdoor seating and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for frequent historical visits from Thomas Edison and his "Vagabonds" (Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford), EDISON serves NC craft beers, small batch bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and regionally inspired food in a contemporary, fun, and artistic setting.Several renowned artists who celebrate the creativity of the area and call this community home are showcased in the indoor dining room, offering our patrons a true Asheville experience. The jalapeno bacon wrapped bison meatloaf is a must try !

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8. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

4.6

Exceptional(5843)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 39 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.

9. The Blackbird

4.4

Awesome(4158)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 13 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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10. Twisted Laurel Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(1080)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 14 times today

Twisted Laurel Downtown Asheville!

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Mary
Las Vegas •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful service by Laura (and a great backup team), plus everything we had was excellent. We had two pizzas as appetizers. Margherita pizza was basic but that’s what makes it so good, while the lemon pizza was a favorite of the whole table. We also had the caramelle pasta dish and the agnolotti pasta dish. The serving sizes are just right - we each cleaned our plates! We had tiramisu and vanilla gelato as well as an affogato with vanilla gelato for desserts. All were delicious. We will be back!
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LuminosaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Asheville
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4.7
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Virginia
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious creative menu. Home churned butter on the rolls! Super attentive service this evening, and charming atmosphere.
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Stable Cafe -Biltmore EstatePrice: Moderate• American• Asheville
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4.7
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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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Randy
Asheville / Western North Carolina •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 23, 2024
The Lamb loin was amazing and the portion was generous. Margaritas were great as always. Our waiter was great. Very attentive and offered descriptions of the dishes we asked about. Very pleasant experience
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Limones RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Asheville
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4.7
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Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 7, 2023
Great anniversary meal. Food and service both great
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Red Lobster - AshevillePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Asheville
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4.2

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36 restaurants available nearby

1. Red Lobster - Asheville

2. Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn

3. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4. Limones Restaurant

5. Luminosa

6. Hemingway's Cuba

7. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

8. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

9. The Blackbird

10. Twisted Laurel Downtown

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