You might not expect it but Asheville is a hub for ethnic food of all kinds… You won’t believe you are in North Carolina when eating out at these restaurants. These are a must see if you are planning on dining in Asheville.
10. CHAI PANI
Indian street food from three time James Beard nominated chef Meherwan Irani.
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options. Full bar.
www.chaipaniasheville.com
22 Battery Park Avenue
Downtown Asheville
(828) 254-4003
9. RED GINGER DIMSUM & TAPAS
An authentic Chinese dimsum and tapas bar from the esteemed Chef Ben Chen and Kevin Jiang.
Chinese, Sushi, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options. Beer & Wine from their own local winery.
www.redgingerasheville.com
82 Patton Avenue (near Pritchard Park)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 505-8688
8. JERUSALEM GARDEN CAFE
They serve authentic and delicious Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, serving lunch and dinner seven days a week, plus Saturday and Sunday brunch and live music and belly dancing every Friday and Saturday night!
www.jerusalemgardencafe.com
78 Patton Avenue (near Pritchard Park)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 254-0255
7. SUWANA’S THAI ORCHARD
Suwana’s Thai Orchid offers authentic Thai cuisine along with great service and attentive staff. With the combination of authentic cooking styles, the freshest ingredients, and an unparalleled background in Thai cuisine, Asheville’s Thai Restaurant offers a unique and fresh take on Thai cuisine.
www.suwanasthaiorchid.com
11 Broadway Street (across from the AC Hotel)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 281-8151
6. REZAZ MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE
Located in the Historic Biltmore Village. Rezazs is a contemporary restaurant & wine bar offering eclectic Mediterranean cuisine, wines & craft beer. Probably the best paella in town!
rezaz.com
28 Hendersonville Road (in Historic Biltmore Village)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 277-1510
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5. SALSA MEXICAN CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT
This multiple award-winning restaurant attracts people who are seeking fresh, authentic Mexican & Caribbean dishes. 25 years after it was founded it is still the hottest spot in downtown Asheville.
www.salsasnc.com
6 Patton Avenue (close to Pack Square)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 252-9805
4. BLUE DREAM CURRY HOUSE
Blue Dream Curry House is an international journey of flavor, serving curries from around the world. Pick your curry, pick your protein, pick some extras – it is all delicious.
bluedreamcurry.com
81 Patton Avenue (close to Pritchard Park)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 258-2500
3. BRASILIA CHURRASCO STEAKHOUSE
Brasilia Churrasco Steakhouse is a unique, all you can eat “Churrascaria” featuring a full salad bar with over 25 items, Brazilian hot dishes and a “parade” of 16 different types of meats sliced at your table by their Gauchos.
brasiliasteakhouse.com
26 E. Walnut Street (close to the Asheville Community Theater)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 785-1599
2. ADDISAE
Asheville’s nationally acclaimed Ethiopian restaurant offers traditional dishes served family style on gluten-friendly injera (an Ethiopian pancake), with a large selection of vegetarian, and vegan options.
addissae.com
40 Commerce Street (close to the Asheville Community Theater)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 707-6563
1. CÚRATE
Cúrate is a celebration of authentic Spanish cuisine. For those who have visited Spain, the Cúrate menu will bring back memories of the country’s best jamón Ibérico, vermuterías, and lively tapas culture. Head Chef Katie Button is a multiple James Beard Semifinalist.
katiebuttonrestaurants.com/curate
13 Biltmore Avenue (close to Pack Square)
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 239-2946
As always, please contact us with any questions. We are always happy to provide suggestions for dining in Asheville.
