Leanna’s guidebook
My favorite eats
Asheville is a foodie town! There are tons of great places to eat and more new places opening all the time. We can also boast some of the very best chefs in the South Eastern United States. Here is USA Todays top 10 Asheville Restaurants.
https://www.10best.com/destinations/north-carolina/asheville/restaurants/best-restaurants/
Salsa's
6 Patton AveMy very favorite spot. The food is amazing !
Their new location is on the river and they serve beer and wine. Outdoor seating is nice on sunny days.
440 locals recommend
White Duck Taco Shop
388 Riverside DrTheir new location is on the river and they serve beer and wine. Outdoor seating is nice on sunny days.
Nine Mile
233 Montford AveGreat food in a cozy setting. Right in the heart of West Asheville.
Plant
165 Merrimon AveSuper creative vegan fare.
Gan Shan Station
143 Charlotte StCreative dishes, super delicious.
Over Easy Cafe
32 Broadway StAlways a wait but well worth it!
Mela Indian Restaurant
70 N Lexington AveBest Indian buffet.
Blue Dream Curry House
81 Patton AveYummy food and not super pricey.
Sunny Point Café
626 Haywood RdThe best southern kitchen in town.
Breweries, bars and music.
I don't go out often but when I do...
5 Walnut Wine Bar
5 W Walnut StGreat music every night.
The Montford Rooftop Bar
199 Haywood StAn amazing sunset spot.
Some of the best views of the city with a beautiful indoor/outdoor bar.
31 locals recommend
AC Hotel by Marriott Asheville Downtown
10 Broadway StSome of the best views of the city with a beautiful indoor/outdoor bar.
Wicked Weed Brewing Pub
91 Biltmore AveBecause you have to.
New Belgium Brewing Company
21 Craven StOn the River and there's always a food truck.
Isis Music Hall
743 Haywood RdGreat music and food.
Wedge at Foundation
5 Foundy StIndoor/outdoor and always a food truck.
The Orange Peel
101 Biltmore AveCheck the listings. You may be surprised at who shows up here.
If you're a book store lover you have to go.
191 locals recommend
Battery Park Book Exchange and Champagne Bar
1 Page AveIf you're a book store lover you have to go.
Haywood Country Club
662 Haywood RdHot new spot in West Asheville.
For those of you that love ciders...Lots of variety and food too!
118 locals recommend
Urban Orchard Cider Co. - West
210 Haywood RdFor those of you that love ciders...Lots of variety and food too!
Things to do in Asheville
The Folk Art center is a good start to your Blue Ridge Pkwy visit. they can help you with maps and hiking suggestions.
255 locals recommend
The Folk Art Center (Southern Highland Craft Guild)
382 Blue Ridge PkwyThe Folk Art center is a good start to your Blue Ridge Pkwy visit. they can help you with maps and hiking suggestions.
Zen Tubing
608 Riverside DrBecause you have to float down the river.
French Broad Outfitters
704 Riverside DrKayak rentals and super close by.
Richmond Hill Disc Golf Course
300 Richmond Hill DrAlso super close by.
Shopping
There are lots of local spots to shop and we local love to support each other.
Home of Grateful Threads Asheville, created and owned by yours truly. Everything is made from salvage, cast off and thrift store clothes.
Hours by appointment.
Studio #232
12 locals recommend
Riverview Station
191 Lyman StHome of Grateful Threads Asheville, created and owned by yours truly. Everything is made from salvage, cast off and thrift store clothes.
Hours by appointment.
Studio #232
Vintage Moon Modern
82 N Lexington AveGigi hand dyes all of her originals with plants.
Honeypot
86 N Lexington AveGreat eclectic used clothing.
The Goddess Shop
1 Page AveLisa only brings things into the store that she loves. Great jewelry and clothing.
Sunnyside Trading Co.
27 Foundy StMinx Boutique
64 N Lexington AveGroceries, drug stores and pharmacies.
If you're staying for a few days you may want snacks or toiletries.
Earth Fare
66 Westgate PkwyOrganic market and juice bar.
Ingles Market
29 Tunnel RdLarge chain grocery store and pharmacy.
Whole Foods Market
70 Merrimon AveOrganic market.
Trader Joe's
120 Merrimon AveHarris Teeter
136 Chestnut StCVS
505 Smokey Park HwyWalgreens
2501 Hendersonville RdCoffee
Summit Coffee Co.
4 Foundy StUltra Coffeebar
242 Clingman Ave ExtWorld Coffee Café & SkyBar
18 Battery Park AveTrade and Lore
37 Wall St