This Indian street food-inspired eatery is loved by locals and tourists alike and it has recently earned a James Beard Award in the Outstanding Restaurant category, so you can see why it's so popular. In addition to the excellent curries, crispy kale pakoras and lime-kissed matchstick okra fries have deservedly earned wide acclaim, but if you want your mind blown, try the butter chicken. This signature dish is a North Indian favorite and is made with marinated and seared chicken in an aromatic tomato cream sauce with butter and jaggery.
There’s no denying that Asheville’s creative vibe and culinary spirit have fueled the growth of a roaring and wide-ranging restaurant scene. Try turning down a warm buttermilk biscuit, a platter of crispy fried chicken or a big ol’ bowl of shrimp and grits. We dare you. And while you can find all the above in Asheville, the city’s food scene has so much more to offer. With a continuously growing population, an abundance of regional farms and a brewery scene like no other (one of many things to do in this North Carolina city), Asheville continues to evolve and serve as one of the South’s most exciting food cities. Now’s the time to plan a trip and check out the best restaurants in Asheville.