36 Best Cafes in Asheville

Sweets and Seats Cafe • $
77, 81 Patton Ave, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

White Chocolate Mousse Cake
French Lemon Meringue Tart
Strawberry Short Cake
Blueberry Cheesecake
Caramel Cream Puff
Orange Mousse Cake
Hazelnut Dacquoise
Mango Shaved Ice
Large Drip Coffee
Tiramisu Eclair

“Finally found the Boba Fruit Milk Tea with poppers I have been wanting! 4 years ago tried Milk Fruit Boba tea on vacation but never found another place that made it similar around home. Just discovered this the other day! Staff were super helpful and answered all my questions. Mango milk boba tea was amazing. I would like to throw it out there and suggest for mango and strawberry flavors it would be cool if you could get tiny pieces of the fruit chopped up and mixed in with the poppers or boba. I can't wait to go back and try the pastries! Had a large beautiful selection of many tasty goodies. Definitely going to be a repeat customer for the milk boba tea. Conveniently located very close to the parking garage at 40 Coxe.“

4.7 Superb104 Reviews
Finch Grocery Sandwich Shop • $$
10 All Souls Crescent, Asheville

“What an adorable hidden gem tucked off the street. Outdoor setting is dog friendly. Pups even got a treat. Owner is delightful. I had homemade vegetable beef soup and some mixed greens with a vinaigrette. My husband had a tuna melt sandwich. Highly recommend“

5 Superb46 Reviews
Citizen Vinyl Cafe • $$
14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville

“such a cool tour, Franco was our tour guide and he was so funny and made a good environment to ask questions! really cool that they allow tours and the info they share is really interesting! it’s free and not super long so it’s a fun short thing to do, plus they have good merch and a cute cafe in “

4.8 Superb83 Reviews
Pollen Coffee + Flower Shop Coffee Shops • $
45 S French Broad Ave SUITE 150, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Cold Brew Special
Vegan Pastry
Pour Over
Drip

“A quaint little local spot sporting a delicious selection of coffees, espresso, and pastries. We had a drip coffee, a pour over, and two different croissants and everything tasted great. The pour over didn't have the cleanest pull, but that's only if I'm nitpicking. The atmosphere was calm and inviting, but also bustling enough that I could study or work and enjoy the background as white noise. Our little breakfast was scored by Cage the Elephant's album Social Cues and then some late 2010s J-Pop, which helped make the experience feel cinematic. Definitely will be adding this to the itinerary again next time we visit. We also bought a cute mug to celebrate the occasion!“

4.8 Superb74 Reviews
All Day Darling Cafe • $
102 Montford Ave, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

The GF Darling Pancakes
Fried Chicken Biscuit
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Smashed Avocado Toast
Breakfast Sandwich
Fried Cauliflower
The Standard
Golden Mocha
Thunderbird
Buddha Bowl

“Parking: During certain times of the day it's hard to find parking due to most residents parking near the restaurant, there is parking across the street at the school but I wouldn't recommend parking there especially as school dismisses because you will be stuck there.Kid-friendliness: I saw school aged children and toddlers as well. Plenty of outdoor seating, I also saw a few doggos sitting outside with their humans.“

4.7 Superb108 Reviews
Well Played Board Game Café Bar • $
162 Coxe Ave #101, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Parmesan Rosemary Truffle Fries
The Parcheesey Grilled Cheese
Iced Coffee and Maple Donut
Flatbread Pizza Tri-Opoly
Duck Fat Pretzel Bites
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Jenga Cheese Sticks
Mozzarella Sticks
Chicken Sandwich
The Mac Sandwich

“This place was amazing to discover while staying in flat rock for the week. Enjoyed some food and drinks while playing some board games that we never played. Love the concept of the store. Getting away from the devices and spend some quality time like the good old days.“

4.7 Superb92 Reviews
Café Canna Cafe • $
487 Haywood Rd, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Quesadilla

“Mark and Cora were first class today with customer service! If you are looking for a solid time in Asheville definitely check out Cafe c a n n a! Good temperature inside and even better atmosphere with even better employees better now friends! So I had the pleasure of trying this wonderful establishment for the first time ever. I was blown away by customer service that I don't get back at my home. I wonder why I've been to Asheville now five times within 2 months and soon to be six times. The reason for that is because people are real and people are kind around here. This will be an experience that I soon won't forget! I will treasure today as a positive memory versus a negative day. I hope to come back here again because this truly is first class!!“

5 Superb33 Reviews
Mosaic Café Cafe • $
1 Town Square Blvd Suite 150, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Cinnamon Raisin Toasted Bagel with Butter
Triple Chocolate Rasberry Dessert Loaf
Ham Brie and Raspberry Jam
Cinnamon Roll with Icing
Roast Beef and Cheddar
Turkey Brie Raspberry
Bacon Egg and Cheese
Greek Chicken Wrap
Breakfast Burrito
Chicken Salad

“Simply the best place for a lunch or a breakfast! Also the new brunch is fab. Nothing like a mosaic sandwich sitting outside during the summer watching Biltmore park thrive. The staff is amazing, the food is exactly what you want, the atmosphere is lovely and full of good smells and love. If there is a Mosaic fan club I am a proud board member.“

4.8 Superb53 Reviews
Filo Pastries & Post 70 Indulgence Bar Cafe • $
1155 Tunnel Rd, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Margherita Flat Bread
Breakfast Sandwich
Creme Brulee
Croissants
Tiramisu

“I love coming here for multiple reasons:Coffee here in the mornings is good and I can focus on my work in a comfortable environment. I do some of my work on my laptop and feel this is a great place to do that.For dinner, the food is delicious! You pay for what you get here. The quality is very good. I recently had the wings and they were fantastic.I’ve come here for a beer or cocktail every once in a while too. They have a nice porch so you can enjoy the weather as well.If you’ve been thinking about trying this place and haven’t yet, you’re missing out! Give them a try and you won’t regret it. You’ll wish you had gone sooner in fact.“

4.8 Superb41 Reviews
OWL Bakery Bakery • $
295 Haywood Rd, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Ham and Cheese Croissant
Almond Rose Croissant
Chocolate Croissant
Almond Croissant
Other Pastries
Cardamom Bun
Baguette
Danishes
Strudel
Bakery

“Full transparency: my husband and I originally came here to order some pastries, especially after seeing how delicious they looked online. Unfortunately, they had already run out by the time we arrived. We didn't want to leave empty handed, so we both decided to try one of their drinks. My husband ordered a hot chocolate and I ordered a brown butter chai latte. My latte was super creamy and had a nice buttery flavor at the end. It was divine! I do hope to return soon and try some pastries next time.“

4.6 Superb89 Reviews
Session @ Citizen Vinyl Cafe • $$
14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Egg Cheese Sandwich

“The sort of thing you would expect to find in Asheville, this is a retro shop that prints vinyl records and also has a large cafe. I missed the tour, but stopped in for a quick bite. Their chai was heavily spiced with an intriguing flavor and only a hint of tea aftertaste. The pastry they had on display actually wasn't that great, but I took a nice and chewy chocolate chip cookie to go. The cafe was large and would be a nice place to sit.“

4.8 Superb35 Reviews
Newstock Pantry Salad •
191 Lyman St # 115, Asheville

“I went here for a bagel pop-up in Feb, and it was the best bagel I've had in the area. The cream cheese options were unique and delicious. My boyfriend got the lox bagel and loved it. The employees were super friendly and fast. The only downside is that there's no indoor seating, and all the outdoor seating was taken. This is definitely more of a grab and go place.Parking: Large free parking lot. It's gravel, so it could be a bit muddy if it's been wet.“

5 Superb21 Reviews
Biscuit Head Breakfast • $
417 Biltmore Ave #4F, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Mimosa Fried Chicken Biscuit
Fried Green Tomato Biscuit
Biscuit French Toast
Country Ham Biscuit
Asheville Benedict
Biscuit and Gravy
Half Breakfast
Biscuit Donuts
Sausage Gravy
Filthy Animal

“Absolutely fantastic place to eat. Each meal is incredibly flavorful, and the ambiance is pleasantly quirky. It is incredibly busy for a good reason, but the staff work efficiently to get you through the line. This is a must if you're in the Asheville area.“

4.5 Superb258 Reviews
City Bakery Cafe • $
88 Charlotte St, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Cheddar Scallion Biscuit Sandwich
Biscuit Breakfast Sandwich
Danish Sticky Buns & More
Cinnamon Roll
Avocado Toast
Garden Bagel
Sourdough
Croissant
Farmhouse
Hawaiian

“Their bread is perfect. The cheddar scallion biscuits are phenomenal. Get there early as they do run out of baked goods, which is a great sign of sustainability and quality. Good tea and coffee. Excellent all around bakery and coffee shop with ample seating and clean restrooms.“

4.6 Superb67 Reviews
Trade and Lore Cafe • $
37 Wall St, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Cappuccino and Croissant
Filter Coffee 1
Cinnamon Roll
Mocha Latte
Drip Coffee
Muffin

“I was asking questions about the orange cardamom and building an order with the barista and was amazed by how knowledgeable and considerate she was. Great drinks and great prices as well. I love the high ceiling too! Reminds me of coffee shops in my home town :)“

4.6 Superb59 Reviews
Liberty House Coffee and Café Cafe • $
221 S Liberty St, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Avocado Toast
Liberty Quiche
Cobb Salad
Burger

“One of the coffees didn't specify that it had dairy and we had to reorder it black. Other than that, the avocado toast was great. It came with a side salad of Kale that really complimented the dish. This place is seated in the heart of Asheville, great location to walk around, great outdoor seating. Even in the cold there were heat lamps outside, very interesting.“

4.5 Superb77 Reviews
12 Baskets Cafe and Asheville Poverty Initiative Cafe • $
610 Haywood Rd, Asheville

“This place and the folks who run it are fantastic. I like to visit as often as possible for lunch, which is served each weekday and is donation based. The food is delicious, healthy and filling. There is almost always a meet and a veggi option for main dish, as well as several sides and deserts to chose from. The people are welcoming and friendly I would recommend this place to anyone interested or in need of a fantastic hot meal.“

5 Superb12 Reviews
Asheville Coffee Roasters Cafe • $
85 Weaverville Rd, Woodfin

Customers` Favorites

Sausage Egg and Cheese
Bagel with Cream Cheese
Blueberry Muffin
Mocha Milkshake
Gourmet Coffee

“Being a barista in the obx I’m a tad picky about my coffee. These guys are awesome! My wife and I loved our coffees and our breakfast sandwiches even more! Blueberry goat cheese w prosciutto was delightful! Will definitely be coming back next time we’re in town!“

4.7 Superb20 Reviews
Laughing Seed Cafe Cafe • $$
40 Wall St, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Tempeh Reuben a La Carte dd
Laughing Seed Salad to Go
Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos
Jalapeño Onion Fries
Sweet Potato Pastrami
Crispy Brussels dd
Mushroom Risotto
Jalapeño Fries
Harmony Bowl dd
Reuben Sandwich

“This was a party for the tongue! The reuben with tempeh was really flavorful and the ensalada tostada with creamy chipotle dressing was yummy as well! Wish I could have tried more meals here!The service was a little slow though (getting our order in and receiving the food and later the bill took a while). Still 5 stars because the food was so good!Vegetarian options: Vegan and vegetarian ❤️“

4.4 Superb176 Reviews
Granny's Kitchen Family • $
470 Weaverville Rd, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Ham and Bacon Club Sandwich
Bacon and Scrambled Eggs
Orange Creamsicle Cake
Cheeseburger
French Fries
Country Ham

“Granny's is our favorite "Best Kept Secret"!! Awesome cheeseburgers, hot dogs, chili, tater tots and old fashioned crinkle fries!! We always enjoy our food and our visit. Customer Service is tops! dine-in area is small, but they stay very busy with drive-through and carry-outs. Love it!!“

4.5 Superb32 Reviews
Café Bomba Cafe • $$
#1 SW, N Pack Square, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Huevos Rancheros and Breakfast Poutine
Banana Foster French Toast
Atlantic Blue Crab Migas
Bomba Roll with Chorizo
French Onion Soup
Roasted Chicken
Cuban Sandwich
Nutella Crepe
Arepa Perico
Croque Madame

“We had brunch here around 10am on a Saturday morning and were seated immediately. There was enough delay before being greeted by our waiter that we had looked over the entire menu and went ahead and ordered food with our drinks. Everything came out in a reasonable time. The French toast only comes with 1 piece which is unfortunate because it was very good. The eggs were under seasoned, but the portions were very generous because of the amount of sides given. All of the food was good but you are definitely paying a premium for the location and atmosphere (eating outside on a patio downtown).“

4.4 Superb104 Reviews

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The Rhu

The Rhu Cafe • $
10 S Lexington Ave, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich
Chocolate Croissant
Smoked Trout Bagel
Breakfast Sandwich
Pastrami Rueben
Sourdough Bread
Chicken Salad
Side Salad
Brownies
Cookies

“We pre-ordered the Ploughman's Basket picnic after reading about it in Atlanta magazine. It was delicious! Highly recommended! Pictured: me with all the picnic stuff (except you can't really see the giant loaf of bread, the two cookies or the tote bag it all came in).“

4.4 Superb83 Reviews
OWL Bakery North Asheville Bakery • $$
197 Charlotte St, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Croissant
Almond Croissant
Bakery

“This was our first time at OWL and it was a hit. The orange blossom cappuccino was delicious, floral, and not too sweet. Husband loved the traditional cappuccino and said it was so good it needed no sweetener. We had the quiche which was lovely and not overcooked. I would say it was light on herbs. The pecan streusel slapped! It is similar to baklava in texture, some might say a southern baklava. Overall worth a trip to OWL!“

4.4 Superb71 Reviews
Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe Grove Arcade Bakery • $$
1 Page Ave Ste. 112G, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Peanut Butter Pie
Eclair

“LOVED the artfully crafted pastries and the delicious savory offerings here. Friendly customer service with great value for the price, too. Really enjoyed the pretzel turkey sandwich (warmed) with flavorful sesame noodles (highly recommend both!). Finished off our lunch with some delicious sweets- the truffles melt in your mouth and the coffee cake is balanced with spice. Really look forward to dining here again.“

4.4 Superb56 Reviews
PennyCup at the YMI Cafe • $
39 S Market St, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Everything Bagel with Lox Capers and Cream Cheese Bagel
Substitute Gluten Free Bread
Banana Bread
Drip Coffee
Lox Bagel
Yummie

“Perfect place for coffee and bagels before a busy day. This is a true espresso experience—first time I’ve seen a cortado on a menu since I was the one making them—so don’t expect Starbucks style macchiatos. I definitely recommend coming here if you’re staying at the Renaissance hotel (it’s a five minute walk away).“

4.4 Superb39 Reviews
The Hungry Bear Cafe Cafe • $
165 Smokey Park Hwy, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Biscuit and Home Fries
Country Fried Steak Plate
Egg and Cheese Biscuit
Philly Cheese Steak
Biscuits and Gravy
Two Pancakes
French Fries
Hash Browns
One Biscuit
Hamburger

“Small local diner tucked in among all the chain places-easy to miss, but so glad we found it. From the coffee to the sausage patties, to the pancakes & the buttermilk biscuit, everything was delicious. Service was beyond great and the prices can't be beat.“

4.3 Superb74 Reviews
PennyCup Coffee Co. Coffee Shops • $
362 Depot St, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Drip Coffee
Mocha Latte
Brew

“cool and original atmosphere, like the vast majority of cafes in Asheville, they grind and sell selected coffees freshly. I tried a special coffee with pepper, but Batista exaggerated a little with it ?, I just don't give a+ for that, in the most excellent place.“

4.3 Superb50 Reviews
The Savory Way Café American • $
1550 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville

“We loved this place. The owner ( although he said his wife was the owner, maybe he was joking) made the experience really fun. He was very funny and also helpful as we were new to the area. He really kept us entertained. (But it was encouraged, he was not overly intrusive at all) The food was delicious. Fresh beautifully arranged on the plate and at a very good price. I wish we lived closer I would go back for dinner. He was smoking ribs that afternoon and they smelled delicious. Overall great experience. Enjoyed sitting on the beautiful patio where many people had their pets with them.I would highly recommend this place.“

4.3 Superb27 Reviews
The Kitchen Café Cafe •
Dairy Rd, Asheville

“This was a great find during our Biltmore Village afternoon. :) We we're not excited about other restaurants in the Village, with our daughter in tow. The bbq chicken flatbread was great, along with the side salad. My husband really liked his Turkey and bacon sandwich, which was a good size. The pretzel dog lacked a little flavor but our daughter happily enjoyed it. They had wine, which we would have happily ordered but we're too cold. ;) We got a hot drink instead.“

4.3 Superb7 Reviews
Farewell Cafe • $
11 Southside Ave, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Cortado Ham and Cheese Croissant
Batch Brewed Coffee
Honey Rose Latte
Veggie Quiche
Danish

“Very very good coffee. Got a latte and honey rose latte, both great.Pros: Espresso was fantastic, as well as the flavor offerings. House made syrups a plus. Wish they had a couple more, but the ones they have are great. They weigh their shots and are well trained. Great art on the latte. Vibe inside is clean, nice place to do some work and hangout. It's posh. Good service. Great amount of seating inside. They sell coffee brewing equipment and coffee beans to take home. Also, the cups they use for take-out are great quality.Cons: Not necessarily family friendly as it is very much white and black inside, very calm. Not a bad thing thats just their style. There is parking but can get crowded and limited as its on a street corner on a hill. Near Pie-zaa and other places, it can get busy around there.“

4.2 Good57 Reviews
Simple Cafe & Juice Bar Juice • $
643 Haywood Rd, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Vegan Crunch Wrap Supreme
Super Duper Acai Bowl
Tomato Soup

“Great place with great food and great vibe! Staff was friendly and service was quick. The avocado toast is the best I’ve ever tried. It’s hard to find a good açaí bowl but this one was one of the best I’ve ever had. They ran out of granola the second time I went, but they made sure to make me aware so they could make it right or I could change my order. I wound up getting extra blueberries on my bowl. Sometimes things run out on busy days (I had come later in the day on a Saturday), and I was impressed with how they made ensuring the situation was made right a priority. Absolutely excellent customer service out of these folks. They’ll be seeing me again soon as I’m heading back to Asheville tomorrow.Dietary restrictions: Options for gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian.Parking: Park at the Ingle’s grocery store and walk one block down.Kid-friendliness: I saw several families with kids.“

4.2 Good59 Reviews
The Well-Bred Bakery & Café​ in Biltmore Village Bakery • $
6 Boston Way, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Sandwich
Breakfast Burrito
Mountain Eclair
Chocolate Orange
Grilled Cheese
Curry Chicken
Chicken Salad
Quiche Slice
Baklava
Pastry

“Ate breakfast here before entering the Biltmore Estate. Delicious egg and cheese on a croissant and a piece baklava. Other baked goods looked yummy as well. Not a coffee person but everyone else in the cafe looked to be enjoying theirs. Highly recommended!“

4.2 Good94 Reviews
PennyCup Coffee Haw Creek Cafe • $
6 Beverly Rd, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Regular & Decaf

“This place is close by where I work so they definitely get the convenience points. I prefer pour over coffee and they have a delicious selection of coffee to have this way. They definitely serve other coffee drinks as well as some delicious treats.The atmosphere is conducive to having a personal conversation or getting in some quality study/work time. Give this coffee shop a try if you haven’t yet.“

4 Good29 Reviews
Bent Creek Bistro Bistros • $
100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Appalachian Deviled Eggs
Freshly Baked Cookies

“While at the North Carolina Arboretum, we decided to eat lunch here instead of going out to somewhere else. So the location is ideal. If you are planning on spending the day at the Arboretum. The menu is limited, but we each found something we liked. I had the chicken salad sandwich, our friends had the turkey sandwich, and Husband had the hotdogs. All meals came with chips. We had our water bottles, so we didn't need to buy a drink. If we had, there were canned sodas, and bottles of water in a nearby cooler. Friends' white bread was better than my whole grain bread. The whole grain bread was dense and I wanted to taste the chicken salad, so I skipped the bread and ate the chicken salad with a fork. We tried one of their cookies Dash a chocolate chip with walnut and nuts. It was very good. Aside from being pricey, the food was good, and the ambience was very nice. We liked the giant leaves over our heads, and the leaves on the windows.“

3.9 Good33 Reviews
The Spa Café Cafe
290 Macon Ave, Asheville

“John F has single handedly saved my first experience at the GPI. My 2 kids and I have traveled across country from Wisconsin to Chapel Hill after packing up my childhood home for a month after my parents passed away. I was exhausted after a 9 hour drive to Asheville and decided to book a room here as a special treat. When we arrived it rained and despite accepting the pouring rain we didn't get any sympathy or help except for John who listened to me rant and bought me a glass of wine. Bottom Line - Thank You John“

3.9 Good34 Reviews
Another Broken Egg Cafe Brunch • $
27 Schenck Pkwy, Asheville

Customers` Favorites

Lemon Blueberry Goat Cheese Pancakes
Another Broken Egg Bloody Mary Mix
Order of Biscuit Beignets
Classic Biscuit & Gravy
Biscuits and Gravy
Hash Brown Benedict
Crab Cake Benedict
Chicken & Waffles
Huevos Rancheros
Belgian Waffle

“In town for the ArborFest, my friend and I were eager to discover a breakfast spot that could offer a hearty meal and a glimpse into the local dining scene. Another Broken Egg Cafe caught our attention, and we arrived shortly after opening, hopeful for a good start to our day. The cafe didn't disappoint; we were met with a friendly welcome that echoed the inviting atmosphere, making it clear this place was a local gem.Promptly seated and with our drink orders swiftly taken care of, I decided to have the Supreme Omelet accompanied by a side of sausage. The dish was flavorful and satisfyingly filling; it was everything I could ask for in a breakfast. The omelet, in particular, was a standout.As the morning progressed, the cafe quickly filled with locals, adding a vibrant buzz and affirming its popularity among the town's residents. This transformation from a quiet morning spot to a bustling community hub enhanced our dining experience with a genuine sense of place.Based on this visit, I recommend Another Broken Egg Cafe to anyone searching for a quality breakfast experience. Whether you're a visitor in town for an event or a local looking to rediscover the joys of a well-made morning meal, this cafe promises to serve great food and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.“

4 Good147 Reviews
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