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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(6301)

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.

3. Luminosa

4.7

Exceptional(258)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Asheville

Booked 32 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.

4. Posana

4.7

Exceptional(2250)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 16 times today

Posana is a contemporary American restaurant in the heart of downtown Asheville on Historic Pack Square. With a focus on serving local, seasonal, and sustainable cuisine, Posana sources unprocessed, premium ingredients from nearly 65 different local purveyors and farmers each week and regularly changes the menu. The restaurant’s warm welcoming main dining room is ideal for a weeknight dinner, weekend get together, or a special occasion celebration. We can’t wait to serve you.

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5. 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.

6. Blue Ridge

4.8

Exceptional(5095)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Asheville

Booked 42 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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7. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

4.6

Exceptional(4037)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 61 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. Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore Estate

4.5

Awesome(3835)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 13 times today

Located on Biltmore Estate, this warm, relaxing tavern overlooks the village green at Antler Hill Village. The décor, ambience, and menu pay tribute to the neighborhood pubs of Britain and Ireland. Enjoy satisfying pub fare alongside robustly flavored American and global cuisine presented with Biltmore flair. On tap are Biltmore's own Cedric's Pale Ale and Cedric's Brown Ale in addition to award-winning Biltmore wines and a full bar. *Please be aware that you must have a valid paid estate admission ticket, be a guest of Inn on Biltmore Estate or Village Hotel, or be a Biltmore Annual Passholder to dine on property*. Outdoor dining is available in season. 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.

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9. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

4.6

Exceptional(5845)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 31 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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10. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4.7

Exceptional(5965)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 67 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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Bonnie
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our birthday celebration meal was so perfect! Our food was delicious- Margherita pizza with the thinnest crispy crust, the green weeds salad we shared, and the little Carmelo pasta was a real treat with the added balsamic addition. All of the pasta, made in house, was al dente with perfect amounts of sauce. But the staff at Luminosa was, as always, exemplary in their attentiveness, knowledge of the menu items, and kindness. They make this wonderfully historic space worth coming often, which I have! We even got a tour of the newly opened red ribbon space - thank you Ace, Sara Charles and Amy.
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LuminosaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Asheville
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4.7
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Bethvip
Fort Lauderdale •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our waiter, Daphne was superb. Great service and a fine dining experience. Delicious root vegetables and salad with pomegranate, squash, pecans, goat cheese. We had a wonderful evening and ended it by sharing the chocolate mousse which was decadent.
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PosanaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary 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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947 restaurants available nearby

1. Red Lobster - Asheville

2. Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn

3. Luminosa

4. Posana

5. Limones Restaurant

6. Blue Ridge

7. Edison - Omni Grove Park Inn

8. Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore Estate

9. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

10. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

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