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Bouchon
62 N Lexington, Asheville, NC 28801 · 828-350-1140
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DOWNTOWN. Celebrated for his facility with food and fine dining, chef-owner of Bouchon, Michel Baudouin, now brings his culinary finesse to Asheville. Dining amid sunny colors, aged brick, and terra cotta tiles, patrons choose from large and small plates, treating themselves to moules frites prepared three different ways, roast chicken fragrant with thyme, a classic croque monsieur, homemade patés, and made-daily quiches, crêpes, and pastas. An assortment of French wines admirably maintains the theme.
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El Chapala
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868 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804 · 828-258-0899
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When you're in the mood for good, basic Mexican fare at reasonable prices, give El Chapala a try. It's not a concept restaurant, but it turns out the satisfying dishes you've grown to love, and it does them well. The flavors are appealing, and whether you're in the market for enchiladas, burritos, combo plates, or more, you'll be pleased with the results. Expect to see groups of people sharing chips and salsa and indulging in large, frosty margaritas.
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DOWNTOWN. Devoted to conviviality, Fiore's is ideal when you're dining with a group. A comfortable space made warm with golden hues and mellow woods, the restaurant delivers Tuscan cuisine that's lush and satisfying. Try, for example, grilled duck breast with figs and a chianti reduction, or sample beef medallions with a mushroom demi-glace. Pizzas and pastas also make appearances, and family-style platters let diners share the goodness around the table. Live entertainment on weekends is more reason to head over.
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Heiwa Shokudo
87 N Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 · 828-254-7761
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DOWNTOWN. Within an intimate downtown space, diners thrill to a delicious selection of Japanese dishes prepared with an unwavering eye toward freshness. Noodle bowls, salmon katsu, and beautifully prepared sushi are among the temptations, and the flavors are always spot-on. A certain creativity adds occasional flair to some options, but the chef's inventiveness is always to your benefit. Ideal for when you want the exotic bite of miso, garlic, soy, tobiko, and peppers.
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La Paz
10 Biltmore Plz, Asheville, NC 28803 · 828-277-8779
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BILTMORE AREA. Convenient to Biltmore Village shopping, this pleasant Mexican restaurant attracts visitors in search of hearty meals. The menu boasts colorful, well-seasoned concoctions like Baja Beach fish tacos and blue corn chicken enchiladas with black beans and rice. For a departure from standard Mexican fare, try the ensalada Camila: bacon-wrapped shrimp, tomato, avocado, mango, red onion, toasted pumpkin seeds, queso fresco and herb vinaigrette on a bed of fresh spinach. For the best atmosphere, ask for a table on the patio.
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DOWNTOWN. This warm, attractive restaurant specializes in seasonal Mexican-Californian cookery and emphasizes fresh, local, and organic ingredients. The menu dazzles with inventive numbers like white shrimp and crab enchiladas with chipotle cream sauce, rack of lamb with roasted potatoes and smoked tomato sauce, and shitake mushroom and roasted tomato tacos. Regarding libations, Limones features fantastic margaritas and high-end tequilas.
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DOWNTOWN. Richly outfitted in radiant colors that reflect the warmth and lushness of its cuisine, this well-attended Indian restaurant is an Asheville favorite. In a space dotted with candlelight, representations of Hindu deities, and other exotic artifacts, eager patrons tuck into samosas and pakoras as prelude to entrees based on seafood, vegetables, lamb, and chicken. Tandoori selections are tender and perfectly spiced; menu standouts include a classic saag paneer, tongue-tingling lamb vindaloo, and Kerala fish curry. Traditional breads and desserts help round out the bounty.
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BILTMORE AREA. Named for its chef and owner, this bright, high-ceilinged restaurant has a contemporary ambience that's enlivened with texture, vibrant artwork, and ambient lighting. The Mediterranean menu takes inspiration from an area ranging from North Africa to the Middle East, offering dishes like Moroccan game hen tagine, arborio-crusted sea scallops, braised lamb shank, and Catalonian paella. Adding to the rustic, flavorful fare are appetizers like grilled octopus and pan-seared veal sweetbreads and desserts like lavender crème brûlée and Persian baklava. The intimate wine bar also favors vintages and nibbles from the Mediterranean basin.
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Sugo
90 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 · 828-251-5552
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DOWNTOWN. A labor of love for chef Damien Cavicchi, his wife Lindsay, and their children, Sugo places a premium on slow-cooked foods, sourced locally and with the seasons. The Cavicchis love pork, and the menu readily exhibits their fondness by way of a pork belly steak, glazed pork shank, and housemade fettuccine with wild boar ragu. You'll also delight in crispy duck confit, homemade sausages, braised beef rolls, and a classic osso bucco. Vaulted ceilings, a black and red color scheme accented with splashy modern canvases, and gleaming chandeliers provide a backdrop to the lush cuisine. Keep an eye out for regular food and wine specials too!
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Zambra Tapas
85 W Walnut St, Asheville, NC 28801 · 828-232-1060
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DOWNTOWN. Colorful, exotic decor sets the tone for this fun tapas bar and restaurant, which features a lounge with a curved, stone-topped bar and cozy floor pillows. From traditional, seafood, and vegetarian paellas to pan-fried trout and almond- and herb-crusted rack of lamb, the kitchen's Spanish- and North African-influenced fare receives rave reviews. A tempting selection of wines and over ten varieties of martinis vie for your palate – tough but very rewarding choices, to be sure.
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