Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Arden

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianBarbecue

Regions

AshevilleFlat Rock / Hendersonville

Areas

AshevilleHendersonville

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

15 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Fork Lore - Storied Food & Spirits restaurant

1. Fork Lore - Storied Food & Spirits

4.3

Awesome(350)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 1 time today

Fork Lore is a locally-owned independent Asheville restaurant featuring made-from-scratch cuisine. We source from local purveyors whenever we can and are proud to support our area farmers. In 2016, we and Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park, in which we are located, received the top annual food and beverage award for overall food experience out of 218 Hilton Hotels & Resorts in the Americas region. Fork Lore is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Due to Covid-19 regulations, please call the restaurant for parties over 6 people.

2. The Blackbird

4.5

Awesome(4230)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 20 times today

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.

3. Village Social-Biltmore Estate

4.7

Exceptional(2641)

££££Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Asheville

Booked 17 times today

Village Social is located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate, right next door to Biltmore's award-winning winery. You must have a valid paid Estate admission ticket or be staying on property to dine on property. Reservations will only be held for 10 minutes past reservation time. A full-service restaurant and bar, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Village Social’s versatile menu features a variety of inspired dishes, each prepared in traditional southern style showcasing fresh, estate-raised ingredients. The relaxed atmosphere of Village Social is perfect for unwinding and catching up with friends with craft cocktails! **Please be advised patio seating can not be guaranteed.

A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Asheville restaurant

4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Asheville

4.6

Exceptional(3859)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 21 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Currently, we are offering a special dine-in menu that includes family-style meals available for both dine-in and takeout. For takeout orders, we have a variety of sliders available in individual and family sizes that can serve 4 people. You can place your order by calling us during business hours or online. Walk-ins are also welcome to either place an order at the restaurant or to dine in.

A photo of The Dining Room - Biltmore Estate restaurant

5. The Dining Room - Biltmore Estate

4.9

Exceptional(3242)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 13 times today

A valid Biltmore admission ticket, Biltmore Annual Pass, or current overnight stay at The Inn, Village Hotel, or Cottages on Biltmore Estate is required to dine on the estate. Please inquire at Biltmore’s Reception and Ticketing Sales Center for evening access to the estate. All reservations for November 1 through January 7 can only be made by calling (828) 225-1699.Located at the Inn on Biltmore Estate, indulge in elegant dining specializing in regional cuisine. Our culinary team invites you to enjoy our seasonal menus with beautiful views, and gracious service. We strive to support the local community through the use of sustainable agriculture.

6. Asheville Proper

4.6

Exceptional(1757)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Asheville

Booked 16 times today

Anything worth experiencing is worth experiencing to its fullest. Anything less just wouldn’t be proper. Enter Asheville Proper, the dining affair with a flair for classic fare. With a wink and a nod towards traditional service paired with modern comfort, Asheville Proper opens the door to live fire dining.

A photo of Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville restaurant

7. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

4.6

Exceptional(5893)

££££Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Asheville

Booked 49 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.

8. Modesto Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2464)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Asheville

Booked 14 times today

Led by chef and owner Hector Diaz, Modesto features a farm to table approach to upscale wood-fired Italian. The menu changes twice daily and includes a variety of fresh seafood, fine meats, and house made pastas. Pizzas are hand-tossed and cooked in a wood fired oven made in Italy. To compliment your meal, our bar offers over 30 exclusively Italian wines as well as a dynamic list of classic and cutting edge cocktails. Desserts are made from scratch, including our famous tiramisu, and we proudly serve SRO Coffee.

A photo of Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate restaurant

9. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate

4.7

Exceptional(6057)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 39 times today

Stable Café is open daily from 11AM to 2PM for guests of Biltmore Estate.Satisfy your appetite for house-smoked meats, Carolina barbeque, grilled burgers, and other southern favorites in a historic setting that was once the estate's horse stable.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.

10. Posana

4.8

Exceptional(2338)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 32 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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