Guidebook for Asheville
Quality & Convenient Grocery Stores
Most have fresh salad bars, soup bars, sushi bars, deli sandwiches, pizza to go ... plus local & national beers & wines!
Closest full grocery store to our home. Fresh salad bar, deli meats & sandwiches, hot meals (to go or eat in their cafe). Bakery items, fresh fruits & veggies, meat market, toiletries & pharmacy in the store.
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Ingles Market
1865 Hendersonville Rd Closest full grocery store to our home. Fresh salad bar, deli meats & sandwiches, hot meals (to go or eat in their cafe). Bakery items, fresh fruits & veggies, meat market, toiletries & pharmacy in the store.
Nationally known for their freshness, quality, selection & value.
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Publix Super Market at Pinnacle Point
1830 Hendersonville RdNationally known for their freshness, quality, selection & value.
Two locations: downtown on Merriman Ave. or in our S. Asheville area on Hendersonville Rd. Salad & hot bars, beer & wine, fresh veggies & fruits, high quality meats & several gluten free choices.
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The Fresh Market
944 Merrimon AveTwo locations: downtown on Merriman Ave. or in our S. Asheville area on Hendersonville Rd. Salad & hot bars, beer & wine, fresh veggies & fruits, high quality meats & several gluten free choices.
Biltmore Village - only 2 miles away
Biltmore Village offers an assortment of whimsical gift stores, name-brand clothiers, restaurants, a cigar bar & much more. Great place for walking, people-watching & wandering through historical buildings!
Wonderful high-end craft & furnishings store in the heart of Biltmore Village. 3 floors of gift items & home furnishings you'd be delighted to have in your home or give to your friends & family as gifts.
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New Morning Gallery
7 Boston WayWonderful high-end craft & furnishings store in the heart of Biltmore Village. 3 floors of gift items & home furnishings you'd be delighted to have in your home or give to your friends & family as gifts.
Serving farm to table - breakfast, lunch & dinner (M-F). Sat. & Sun.: brunch & dinner.
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Corner Kitchen
3 Boston WayServing farm to table - breakfast, lunch & dinner (M-F). Sat. & Sun.: brunch & dinner.
Unique tastes, special sandwiches, delicious home-made soups, healthy salads. Full bar - open later than most restaurants in the area.
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Village Wayside Bar & Grille
30 Lodge StUnique tastes, special sandwiches, delicious home-made soups, healthy salads. Full bar - open later than most restaurants in the area.
Truly, a special place for celebrations & discerning patrons.
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Rezaz Pan Mediterranean
28 Hendersonville RdTruly, a special place for celebrations & discerning patrons.
One of our favorites - great selection of meats with special sauces, local veggies & even "Mud Pie Pudding". Outdoor dining & take out available, just south of Biltmore Village.
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Moe's Original Bar B Que
4 Sweeten Creek RdOne of our favorites - great selection of meats with special sauces, local veggies & even "Mud Pie Pudding". Outdoor dining & take out available, just south of Biltmore Village.
Parks & Nature
WNC Nature Center
75 Gashes Creek RdGreat history of how the Blue Ridge Parkway was constructed over almost a 30-yr. period. Hands-on exhibit of how to build a stone arch, very interesting! Rangers are very informative, lots of books & maps for hiking trails & places to eat along the Parkway.
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I-Centre ye-Visitor ye-Blue Ridge Parkway
195 Hemphill Knob RdGreat history of how the Blue Ridge Parkway was constructed over almost a 30-yr. period. Hands-on exhibit of how to build a stone arch, very interesting! Rangers are very informative, lots of books & maps for hiking trails & places to eat along the Parkway.
One of the best dog parks in AVL with several areas for different breeds of dogs & their temperaments; easy walking trails along the French Broad; Athletic Complex close by
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French Broad River Park
508 Riverview DrOne of the best dog parks in AVL with several areas for different breeds of dogs & their temperaments; easy walking trails along the French Broad; Athletic Complex close by
Several waterfalls within a 2-hour drive of AVL. Please be careful & follow the warning signs posted for slippery areas & bear sightings.
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Pisgah Forest
Several waterfalls within a 2-hour drive of AVL. Please be careful & follow the warning signs posted for slippery areas & bear sightings.
Lots of trails leading to the top of Chimney Rock. Easter Sunday Sunrise gathering each year. One Sat. night in June, an outdoor showing of the 1992 movie, "The Last of the Mohicans", which was filmed in the area. Bring a picnic & your camp chairs. Popcorn & hotdogs available. Fabulous time for only $10/carload.
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Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main StLots of trails leading to the top of Chimney Rock. Easter Sunday Sunrise gathering each year. One Sat. night in June, an outdoor showing of the 1992 movie, "The Last of the Mohicans", which was filmed in the area. Bring a picnic & your camp chairs. Popcorn & hotdogs available. Fabulous time for only $10/carload.
Highest elevation east of the Mississippi River. Wear your woolies & bring your Chap Stick.
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Iphakethe yaseMount Mitchell
2388 NC-128Highest elevation east of the Mississippi River. Wear your woolies & bring your Chap Stick.
45 min. drive to Brevard. Easy walking trails & beautiful waterfalls. Watch out for white squirrels!
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Dupont State Forest Office
16 Everett Rd45 min. drive to Brevard. Easy walking trails & beautiful waterfalls. Watch out for white squirrels!
Arts & Culture
The Folk Art Center (Southern Highland Craft Guild)
382 Blue Ridge PkwyOutdoor summer Shakespearian Theater for FREE. Check out the current week's issue of the Mountain Xpress for details.
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The Montford Park Players
92 Gay StOutdoor summer Shakespearian Theater for FREE. Check out the current week's issue of the Mountain Xpress for details.
Diana Wortham Theatre
18 Biltmore AveLive theater with local and nationally acclaimed actors. Check the Mountain Xpress for current musicals & plays.
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Asheville Community Theatre
35 E Walnut StLive theater with local and nationally acclaimed actors. Check the Mountain Xpress for current musicals & plays.
Interesting tour of the AVL home of the author of "Look Homeward Angel
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Thomas Wolfe Memorial
52 N Market StInteresting tour of the AVL home of the author of "Look Homeward Angel
Entertainment & Activities
Zip-lining for the young or inexperienced, just outside downtown.
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Adventure Center of Asheville
85 Expo DrZip-lining for the young or inexperienced, just outside downtown.
Their motto is: "Get in touch with your Inner Tube". A wonderful way to hangout on the French Broad River with your friends! Another Zen Tubing location, further south, at 1648 Brevard Rd., AVL.
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Zen Tubing
608 Riverside Dr Their motto is: "Get in touch with your Inner Tube". A wonderful way to hangout on the French Broad River with your friends! Another Zen Tubing location, further south, at 1648 Brevard Rd., AVL.
One weekend, each August, the "Dirty Dancing Festival" celebrates the 1987 filming of the movie, "Dirty Dancing", in the Lake Lure Area. In 2017, the event celebrated 30 yrs. on the weekend of Aug. 18th. Water park for the kids, pontoon boat rides at sunset, restaurants & shopping for the whole family.
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Lake Lure
One weekend, each August, the "Dirty Dancing Festival" celebrates the 1987 filming of the movie, "Dirty Dancing", in the Lake Lure Area. In 2017, the event celebrated 30 yrs. on the weekend of Aug. 18th. Water park for the kids, pontoon boat rides at sunset, restaurants & shopping for the whole family.
Please check out your copy (at our home) of the weekly newspaper which lists all the entertainment, plays, theater, clubs, spas, and things to do in AVL. Drum Circles in Pritchard Park, Festivals, Craft Shows, Farm to Market Days, Local Craft Beer & Food Truck events, etc.
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Mountain Xpress
2 Wall StPlease check out your copy (at our home) of the weekly newspaper which lists all the entertainment, plays, theater, clubs, spas, and things to do in AVL. Drum Circles in Pritchard Park, Festivals, Craft Shows, Farm to Market Days, Local Craft Beer & Food Truck events, etc.
Getting Around
Approximately 15 miles from Downtown AVL, only 9.3 miles (15-20 min.) from our home, depending on traffic.
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Asheville Regional Airport station
61 Terminal DrApproximately 15 miles from Downtown AVL, only 9.3 miles (15-20 min.) from our home, depending on traffic.
Food Scene
Quite a variety of restaurants for different tastes & budgets. Several grocery stores, close by, offer salad bars, hot bars, deli sandwiches, sushi, pizza, etc. Many restaurants have vegan & gluten-free menu items.
Casual dining for breakfast, lunch & dinner from April through October. New deck shows a splendid view of most of the mountains & valleys of WNC, especially during the Fall season for lots of Leaf Peekers. Dining room has the same magnificent view with window seating. Wonderful gift shop with many local souvenirs, arts & craft items for your home or cabin, cards & T-shirts. Smaller store with refreshments & restrooms close by for campers, hikers, motorcyclists & everyone driving the Blue Ridge Pkwy.
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Pisgah Inn
408 Blue Ridge PkwyCasual dining for breakfast, lunch & dinner from April through October. New deck shows a splendid view of most of the mountains & valleys of WNC, especially during the Fall season for lots of Leaf Peekers. Dining room has the same magnificent view with window seating. Wonderful gift shop with many local souvenirs, arts & craft items for your home or cabin, cards & T-shirts. Smaller store with refreshments & restrooms close by for campers, hikers, motorcyclists & everyone driving the Blue Ridge Pkwy.
My favorite place in AVL. So much history about the building of the original structure in the 1890's with steam-powered equipment. If the hallways could only talk! Many of our US Presidents have slept & dined at the resort over the years. The property is magnificent, with dining in several areas, the veranda overlooking the City of AVL, the lobby with it's 2 stone fireplaces as the backdrop for several of the Gaither Homecoming Southern Gospel Events. The Antique Car museum is open April through Oct., and the Grovewood Gallery is an example of craftsmen at their best. All open to the public & visitors, even if you don't have a room at the Inn.
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The Omni Grove Park Inn Spa
290 Macon AveMy favorite place in AVL. So much history about the building of the original structure in the 1890's with steam-powered equipment. If the hallways could only talk! Many of our US Presidents have slept & dined at the resort over the years. The property is magnificent, with dining in several areas, the veranda overlooking the City of AVL, the lobby with it's 2 stone fireplaces as the backdrop for several of the Gaither Homecoming Southern Gospel Events. The Antique Car museum is open April through Oct., and the Grovewood Gallery is an example of craftsmen at their best. All open to the public & visitors, even if you don't have a room at the Inn.
Little known, busy mid-sized Mexican Restaurant that my husband & I visit at least twice/mo. The portions are quite large, so we usually split a dish called "La Favorita" - it's got fresh vegetables (onions, green peppers, fresh tomatoes) with chopped chicken & beef plus wonderful shrimp, served on a bed of rice with a delicious white queso. Check out all the waiters' T-shirts & translate what the back of the shirt says!
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Ay Caramba Mexican Grill & Bar
801 Fairview RoadLittle known, busy mid-sized Mexican Restaurant that my husband & I visit at least twice/mo. The portions are quite large, so we usually split a dish called "La Favorita" - it's got fresh vegetables (onions, green peppers, fresh tomatoes) with chopped chicken & beef plus wonderful shrimp, served on a bed of rice with a delicious white queso. Check out all the waiters' T-shirts & translate what the back of the shirt says!
The best steak that I have ever eaten. The restaurant is at the 1st floor of the Aloft Hotel downtown. Great place for people-watching, especially when the Peddle Bar departs.
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The Blackbird Restaurant
47 Biltmore AveThe best steak that I have ever eaten. The restaurant is at the 1st floor of the Aloft Hotel downtown. Great place for people-watching, especially when the Peddle Bar departs.
Located in historic Biltmore Village. Sunday brunch is excellent!
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Corner Kitchen
3 Boston WayLocated in historic Biltmore Village. Sunday brunch is excellent!
Quiet, low lights, romantic - the food is delicious, especially the Sunday Brunch.
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Pomodoros Greek & Italian Café
1070 Tunnel RdQuiet, low lights, romantic - the food is delicious, especially the Sunday Brunch.
All ice creams are freshly made with quality ingredients. Lots of cool flavors! They supply many of the local restaurants with specialty ice cream products.
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Ultimate Ice Cream Company
195 Charlotte StAll ice creams are freshly made with quality ingredients. Lots of cool flavors! They supply many of the local restaurants with specialty ice cream products.
Bill's favorite is their Reuben Sandwich, Linda's favorite is the Ribeye Steak Sandwich. Sports bar, lots of TV's.
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East Village Grille
1177 Tunnel RdBill's favorite is their Reuben Sandwich, Linda's favorite is the Ribeye Steak Sandwich. Sports bar, lots of TV's.
Sweeten Creek Brewing
1127 Sweeten Creek RdGreat sandwiches & craft beers
Open Tues. through Sat. from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm for dining inside or on the porch. TAKE-OUT from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
See other location in the River Arts District (M-F only)!
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12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH
2350 Hendersonville RdOpen Tues. through Sat. from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm for dining inside or on the porch. TAKE-OUT from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
See other location in the River Arts District (M-F only)!
Outstanding! and you may want to purchase some of their memorabilia, very eclectic selection. Pie Flights give you 3 slices of your favorite pie choices + a scoop of ice cream!
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Baked Pie Company
4 Long Shoals RdOutstanding! and you may want to purchase some of their memorabilia, very eclectic selection. Pie Flights give you 3 slices of your favorite pie choices + a scoop of ice cream!
12 Bones Smokehouse RIVER
5 Foundy St