$$$$Fish frySouth SlopeWed-Sat 11:00-19:00, Sun 11:00-16:00
Good Hot Fish is a fish fry restaurant at 10 Buxton Ave in the South Slope District, where chef Ashleigh Shanti serves North Carolina catfish.
OrderThe fish sandwich with spiced buttermilk tartar sauce, plus baked mac and cheese.
TipThe fish sandwich has a cornmeal crunch and spiced buttermilk tartar sauce; seats run along dining counters inside and out.
$$$$Comfort foodWest AshevilleDaily 08:30-14:30
Sunny Point Café at 626 Haywood Rd in West Asheville has served made-from-scratch, farm-to-table breakfast and brunch comfort fare since 2003.
OrderRoasted tomato and cheddar omelet with maple-black pepper bacon, served in a croissant
TipOutdoor seating, a covered patio and interior tables are all available, and paid parking is across Haywood Road.
SouthernWest AshevilleDaily 08:00-14:00
Biscuit Head at 733 Haywood Rd in Asheville serves biscuits with pulled pork, country ham or fried chicken, plus sweet potato coconut gravy.
OrderMimosa fried chicken biscuit with sweet potato butter, sriracha slaw and a poached egg
TipA box of 6 cat head buttermilk biscuits with 8 pieces of local fried chicken, large gravy, Sriracha slaw and hot sauce is on the menu.
Southern, Farm-to-tableDowntownDaily 08:00-15:00
Early Girl Eatery at 8 Wall St in downtown Asheville has served Farm to Table breakfast, lunch and brunch since 2001, steps from Pack Square.
OrderSpinach and potato cakes, called the standout dish in a guest review on its site
TipCome for a classic Southern breakfast before exploring the shops and galleries, and book a table on Resy.
$$$$Wine barWest AshevilleMon 16:00-21:30, Tue-Thu 16:00-22:00, Fri 12:00-22:00, Sat 10:00-22:00, Sun 10:00-21:30
Leo's House of Thirst is a cozy neighborhood wine bar at 1055 Haywood Road in West Asheville for espresso, brunch and dinner, from day to night.
OrderThe tuna with tomato water dashi, kombu, shiso and togarashi.
TipReservations suit parties of six or fewer and cover indoor and back porch seating; courtyard tables are first come, first served.
BakeryWest AshevilleWed-Sun 08:00-16:00
The West End Bakery and Café is a café at 757 Haywood Rd in West Asheville offering coffee, breakfast, lunch and pastries baked fresh daily.
TipThe cafe is open from 8am to 4pm, Wednesday to Sunday, with breakfast and lunch on the menu.
Southern, All-dayDowntownMon-Thu 08:00-20:00, Fri-Sat 08:00-21:00, Sun 08:00-20:00
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar at 12 College St in downtown Asheville serves chef-inspired Southern food for brunch, lunch and dinner by Pritchard Park.
OrderCrispy fried chicken and warm, flaky biscuits
TipOutdoor seating is available on the covered patio, street and garage parking is nearby, and you can order online for pickup or delivery.