Asheville is American through and through, and visitors can find familiar standbys, beloved meals, and delicious regional specialties at are restaurants.
In Asheville, you can find everything from juicy hamburgers and Chicago-style hot dogs and brats to modern and innovative American cuisine like artisan pastas and upscale, four-star dining experiences.
List of American Restaurants:
There are 35 Places To Eat in Asheville listed on this page.
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Modern American Dining. At lunch enjoy a counter style deli, featuring sandwiches, salads, soups, and hot dishes. At dinner, experience the ambience and menu of a fine dining restaurant using local organic ingredients. | 828-252-5664 1328A Patton Avenue |
Applebee's
A neighborhood style restaurant featuring a variety of popular menu items from salads and sandwiches to pasta, seafood and steaks. Now serving a special "Weight Watchers" menu. | 828-251-9194 115 Tunnel Road |
Artisan Catering & Deli
A gourmet deli and full-service catering company serving American and international classics with an epicurean twist. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at our deli-counter, outdoor patio, or order take-out for a picnic or meal to-go. | 828-225-7727 961 Merrimon Avenue |
Bistro 1896
Set on historic Pack Square, Bistro 1896 continues to draw crowds well into its tenth year. Open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday Brunch, Bistro 1896 offers creative American fare in a chic and comfortable setting. | 828-251-1300 7 Pack Square |
Blue Ridge Dining Room
Enjoy our menu while overlooking the Asheville skyline, championship golf course and Blue Ridge Mountains. Award-winning Friday seafood, Saturday prime rib and Sunday brunch buffets. Live entertainment on weekends. | 828-252-2711 The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa |
Burgermeister's Kitchen & Tap
This chef-owned joint serves up gourmet burgers and eclectic sandwiches, complimented with beautiful salads and fresh seafood. Chef's specials include a changing daily veggie burger. | 828-225-2920 697 Haywood Road |
Café on the Square
Large picture windows enable diners to watch the hustle and bustle of Pack Square while enjoying choice cut meats, pasta and vegetarian dishes. Live Jazz every Monday and Tuesday nights. | 828-251-5565 One Biltmore Avenue |
Carmel's Restaurant and Bar
Exceptional contemporary cuisine including nightly imaginative specials using the freshest ingredients. Come sit outside the Historic Grove Arcade and dine on exceptional food while watching Asheville go by! | 828-252-8730 Grove Arcade |
Cats and Dawgs
Cats and Dawgs features farm-raised catfish, Western North Carolina's only Chicago pure Vienna beef hot dogs, bratwurst, Italian beef, Polish sausage, barbecue sandwiches, Brunswick stew and fresh-cut french fries. | 828-281-8100 Grove Arcade |
Charlotte Street Grill & Pub
Experience the casual elegance of dining in our charming Victorian rooms upstairs or enjoy our festive and intimate "European Public House" atmosphere in downstairs Pub. One of Asheville's favorite places. Established 1976. | 828-253-5348 157 Charlotte Street |
Clingman Avenue Cafe
We proudly serve premium quality deli meats and cheeses, Certified Organic, Certified Fair Trade coffee and espresso, baked goods and local, organic produce. Located in the heart of the River Arts District. | 828-253-2177 242 Clingman Avenue |
Corner Kitchen
Tucked into a quiet corner of historic Biltmore Village is one of Asheville's most surprising restaurants. Serving the finest casual cuisine in a unique setting. Dine on a sunny porch or in one of the cozy fireplace rooms. | 828-274-2439 3 Boston Way |
Eastwood Diner
Don't miss Asheville's only authentic 1950's sytle diner specializing in homestyle meals at downhome prices. Made from scratch daily specials, weekly fresh seafood, mixed drinks and patio dining. | 828-299-4774 230 Charlotte Highway |
Frankie Bones Restaurant & Lounge
At Frankie Bones, snappy sounds, leather booths, an award-winning menu and great service are the recipe for an experience to remember. Featuring American-Italian cuisine, an extensive wine list and martinis shaken tableside. | 828-274-7111 2 Gerber Road |
Gabrielle's at Richmond Hill Inn
Intimate dining inside the historic Richmond Hill Mansion. Exquisite modern American cuisine. Choose the Grande menu with optional wine pairing or the Prix Fixe menu, both seasonal. Impeccable service and extensive wine list. | 828-252-7313 87 Richmond Hill Drive |
Green Sage Coffeehouse & Cafe
The GREEN SAGE will lift the spirits and nurture the well-being of its customers through its extraordinary fair-trade organic coffee, natural & organic food, and ecologically-driven business practices, and so doing will create a sustainable business and amazing coffeehouse experience for the Asheville community it serves, and a respectful culture for the team members and environmental resources it employs. | 828-252-4450 5 Broadway Street |
Gusmo's Mojo Café
Gusmo's Mojo Café is the perfect place for fine food and great atmosphere. For a private meal with a loved one or a casual affair with a group of friends, the staff at Gusmo's Mojo Café is more than happy to oblige. | 828-350-7870 501 Merrimon Avenue |
Loretta's Café
Loretta's takes pride in serving soups, salads and sandwiches with a variety of fillings including chicken, tuna, pimento and olives. Serving downtown Asheville for over seven years. | 828-253-3747 27 Patton Avenue |
Lucky Otter
West Asheville's Lucky Otter offers good food at reasonable prices in a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Serves wraps, chili, tortillas, burritos, quesadillas, and soups and salads using fresh, local foods. | 828-253-9595 630 Haywood Road |
Mediterranean Restaurant
Serving downtown Asheville since 1969. Complete breakfast/omelettes, French toast, pancakes, country ham and eggs, homemade hash browns, biscuits. Lunch blue plate specials, fresh cooked vegetables, Greek salads, sandwiches, gyro plates. | 828-258-0476 57 College Street |
Moose Cafe
Located next to WNC Farmers Market, The Moose Cafe has been featured in "Southern Living Magazine". | 828-255-0920 520 Brevard Road |
Nick's Grill
Serving high quality and great tasting popular sandwiches, subs and burgers. Enjoy unique luncheon creations like the New Orleans Style Crab Burger. Known for Greek specialities as well. Eat in or take out. | 828-252-9335 1461 Merrimon Avenue |
North Star Diner
Owned by the family who runs the Early Girl Eatery, the North Star Diner puts the same value on quality and locally grown ingredients. One menu, including breakfast, available all day, local brew and drink specials. | 828-658-1300 61-G Weaver Boulevard |
O'Charley's Restaurant
Specializing in fresh meats and seafood, large portions and a fun family atmosphere. | 828-281-0540 2 Kennilworth Knoll |
Orchards Restaurant at the Asheville Renaissance Hotel
All-day dining in a casual atmosphere featuring regional American cuisine and an up-to-date American wine list. | 828-252-8211 1 Thomas Wolfe Plaza |
Scully's Signature Dine & Drink
Scully's is a friendly neighborhood bar serving domestic and imported beer and excellent food. | 828-255-7550 57 Haywood Street |
Southside Café
This casual, cozy dining experience offers a full menu that includes such favorites as crab cakes, potato and onion crusted sea bass with lemon caper beurre blanc, and daily chef's specials. | 828-274-4413 1800 Hendersonville Road, #6 |
Spirits on the River
Spirits is a unique restaurant in Native American theme specializing in indigenous foods such as buffalo, crab, trout, quail and many vegetables. Seasonal outdoor dining overlooking the Swannanoa River. | 828-299-1404 571 Swannanoa River Road |
Stovetrotters Bistro
StoveTrotters strives to deliver culinary art at its best, to employ the most talented and creative culinarians, to seek out and find the finest foods Mother Earth has to offer, and to bring out the full glory of the experience by paying attention to all details. | 828-277-0684 4 Sweeten Creek Road |
Sunny Point Cafe
Whether you are in the mood for breakfast, lunch or dinner, Sunny Point will dazzle you with local flavors that come through in creative and delicious dishes. Enjoy a handmade dessert as well. Dine on our patio for an al fresco experience. | 828-252-0055 626 Haywood Road |
Sunset Terrace
The Sunset Terrace at The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa serves prime beef and fresh seafood for dinner, along with a variety of salads and sandwiches for lunch, all with spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. | 828-252-2711 The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa |
Table
Table: unfettered, moderately priced new-American cuisine for everyone. Offering a hip, urban comfortable, friendly environment with exceptional and welcoming service. | 828-254-8980 48 College Street |
TGI Fridays
828-277-4080 115 Hendersonville Road |
The Usual Suspects
The restaurant's menu offers world cusine utilizing fresh, seasonal vegetables. | 828-350-8181 791 Merrimon Avenue |
Weaverville Milling Company
Friendly hospitality and good food await you at "Historic" Weaverville Milling Company. This landmark was a grain mill from 1919-1965. Today the "Mill" has a reputation for fine food in a unique atmosphere. | 828-645-4700 Reems Creek Road |



