Mountain Vibes Guidebook
Food scene
Walk to the brewery and don’t miss the little rooftop seating area.
106 locals recommend
Archetype Brewing
265 Haywood RdWalk to the brewery and don’t miss the little rooftop seating area.
Pizza Mind
285 Haywood RdWalkable pizza and great sandwiches.
OWL Bakery
295 Haywood RdWorth the wait in line, some of the best pastries I’ve ever had.
Hole Doughnuts
168 Haywood RdUnforgettable donuts.
One of our favorites, great chef’s choice tasting menu. Pricey but worth it.
85 locals recommend
Cucina24
24 Wall StOne of our favorites, great chef’s choice tasting menu. Pricey but worth it.
One of our favorite little hangouts. Great beer and oysters plus a casual seafood menu.
104 locals recommend
Oyster House Brewing Company
625 Haywood RdOne of our favorite little hangouts. Great beer and oysters plus a casual seafood menu.
Super casual taco joint, they take online orders only. Very strong but delicious margaritas....you’ve been warned.
183 locals recommend
Taco Billy
201 Haywood RdSuper casual taco joint, they take online orders only. Very strong but delicious margaritas....you’ve been warned.
Locally owned (our neighbors are the owners parents) casual dining, very good food.
70 locals recommend
Haywood Common
507 Haywood RdLocally owned (our neighbors are the owners parents) casual dining, very good food.
Sunny Point Café
626 Haywood RdPopular brunch spot.
Upscale place, delicious food, locally owned. Our favorite place for fancy brunch in town.
62 locals recommend
Vivian
348 Depot StUpscale place, delicious food, locally owned. Our favorite place for fancy brunch in town.
Upscale hip restaurant. Probably a good idea to get reservations.
159 locals recommend
The Bull and Beggar
37 Paynes WayUpscale hip restaurant. Probably a good idea to get reservations.
Wedge Brewing Company
37 Paynes WayThere are 2 wedge locations, both are worth checking out.
Limones Restaurant
15 Eagle StOne of our favorite downtown restaurants.
Sunny Point Café
626 Haywood RdPopular breakfast, it’s delicious.
Biscuit Head
733 Haywood RdPopular biscuit place, decadent breakfast.
Sightseeing
Take the tour if you can. I’m pretty sure it’s reservation only for tours but super worth it and you get free beer. They have a lively tap room and big outdoor space right on the river. You can walk there, it’s a 20 min walk, but all uphill on the way back.
450 locals recommend
New Belgium Brewing Company
21 Craven StTake the tour if you can. I’m pretty sure it’s reservation only for tours but super worth it and you get free beer. They have a lively tap room and big outdoor space right on the river. You can walk there, it’s a 20 min walk, but all uphill on the way back.
Zen Tubing
608 Riverside DrTubing the river is fun y’all.
The Montford Rooftop Bar
199 Haywood StRooftop bar with awesome views!!
It’s right there, y’all. Pricey for a day, but it’s kind of an Asheville staple. We have a great time every time.
174 locals recommend
Biltmore Estate
1 Approach RoadIt’s right there, y’all. Pricey for a day, but it’s kind of an Asheville staple. We have a great time every time.
Blue Ridge Parkway
3884 Blue Ridge ParkwaySo much to see on the parkway!
A bald with 365 degree views. It’s a good drive away but worth it on a clear day.
227 locals recommend
Max Patch
Max Patch RoadA bald with 365 degree views. It’s a good drive away but worth it on a clear day.
Highest point east of the Mississippi. There is a pretty accessible walking path to get to the top overlook area. It does get crowded but it’s a breathtaking view.
114 locals recommend
Mount Mitchell
Highest point east of the Mississippi. There is a pretty accessible walking path to get to the top overlook area. It does get crowded but it’s a breathtaking view.
The Orange Peel
101 Biltmore AveThe Grey Eagle
185 Clingman AveRiver Arts District
3 River Arts PlEclectic arts district not far from the apartment.
Zambra
85 W Walnut StRomantic tapas spot.
If you are passing thru Flat Rock on your way home check this winery out.
49 locals recommend
Marked Tree Vineyard
623 Deep Gap RdIf you are passing thru Flat Rock on your way home check this winery out.
Woolworth Walk
25 Haywood StLocal and regional art.
Locally owned brewing company and pizza joint with a movie theater where you can drink and eat pizza!
243 locals recommend
Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co
675 Merrimon AveLocally owned brewing company and pizza joint with a movie theater where you can drink and eat pizza!
Whist
444 Haywood RdQuirky gift shop right down the road.
Second Gear
99 Riverside DriveGreat used gear shop right down the road.
Earth Fare
66 Westgate PkwyOrganic grocery- short drive away.
Traveler advice
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Some Notes From The Locals
Our favorite fancy restaurants are Cucina24 and Limones which are both downtown.
Walkable coffee shops: Hole Donuts, Battle Cat Coffee, Owl bakery. Check hours online.
LaZoom Tours are really fun!
If you like the water, tubing the French Broad River is a treat. Zen tubing and Sky tubing rent out tubes and shuttle guests to the river.
New Belgium Brewery has a fun tour. Reservations required.
There is a new greenway in the River Arts District.
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Tubin the River
You can get tubes and a ride from Zen Tubing or Sky Tubing. Take your favorite beverages, sit back and let the French Broad take you. Fun people watching on the weekend.
Customs and culture
Waving
It’s popular to smile and wave or say hi when walking around the neighborhood. Everyone’s really friendly.