11 Outstanding Weaverville Restaurants NC Locals Love
The Weaverville restaurants offer a fantastic alternative to the busier Asheville hot spots. Plus, there’s free parking, breweries, and quaint parks. Uncover the best places for pizza, sushi, sandwiches, and fine dining just under 15 minutes from AVL. We and our friends eat at these places as Asheville locals.
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Our Top Places To Eat In Weaverville
Plan the best visit to Weaverville with these guides, including where to eat, drink, and play.
11 Best Weaverville Restaurants
For the restaurants located directly in Downtown Weaverville, we suggest parking in the free lot at the Main Street Nature Park or along the streets. Most restaurants outside of the downtown area have their own parking lots.
1. Stoney Knob Cafe
Where can you dine with Elvis watching over you? On your way into Weaverville from Asheville, you’ll pass Stoney Knob Cafe. The vibrant interior of the restaurant looks nothing like its simple diner facade. We enjoy the booths with bubble glass lighting, flower lanterns that change colors at the bar, and creative frescoes on the ceiling.
Serving up mouth-watering Greek and European cuisine, Stoney Knob Cafe features Sunday brunch, lunch, and fine dining dinner. Devour gyros, salads, Korean tacos, fish and meat dishes, burgers, and sandwiches. For us, they grill up some of the best octopus in the United States – besides Miami – and the fresh tuna steaks are a must.
Stoney Knob Cafe marks gluten-free items on their menu, and they are great with food intolerances like lactose. Enjoy excellent service. Reservations are recommended – as they’ve been consistently voted one of the best restaurants in Weaverville (& the AVL area). It’s not hard to see why. Park in the lot out front.
Stoney Knob Cafe | 337 Merrimon Ave, Weaverville, NC 28787
2. Blue Mountain Pizza
If you are looking for gluten-free pizza in Weaverville, head to Blue Mountain Pizza. While Blue Mountain Pizza does not have a dedicated GF kitchen, our half-Celiac household loves being able to order a gluten-free pie with vegan cheese.
Blue Mountain Pizza also features regular pizza, handmade ice cream, and local craft brews. They host nightly music with local talent. This is a smaller restaurant with a whole lot of heart. They’ve been around for over 20 years and are a local Weaverville staple.
Read more about gluten-free food options around Asheville. We are pros with Celiacs and ulcerative colitis. Then, be sure to check out even more pizza spots in the area.
Blue Mountain Pizza | 55 N Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787
3. Glass Onion
One of the best Weaverville restaurants for fine dining, Glass Onion is our top pick for date night. Secure reservations for a romantic evening out; it’s worth it.
While slightly pricier, enjoy delicious beet appetizers and generously portioned meat and seafood entrées. The “global Italian” menu features Sunburst trout, seared scallops, Scottish salmon, and pasta favorites like gnocchi, ravioli, and rigatoni bolognese – with gluten-free pasta available. Top off your meal with cheesecake, shortcake, or almond/coconut cake for dessert.
Glass Onion promises some of the best quality food in Weaverville, and, despite its romantic ambiance, Glass Onion is family-friendly (we often see families here), although there’s no specific kids’ menu; children can enjoy kids’ pasta selections.
Glass Onion | 18 N Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787
4. Twisted Laurel
Whether flower picking at The Never Ending Flower Farm (our favorite) or running errands north of the city, Twisted Laurel is one of the best restaurants in Weaverville for local beer, craft cocktails, and casual fare. Conveniently located for those exploring Downtown Weaverville, they showcase a blend of Mediterranean and American cuisine at budget-friendly prices. They also have outdoor seating.
Start with classic menu items like calamari, wings, garlic knots, nachos, or firecracker shrimp. Choose from handheld options like chicken salad sandwiches, Reubens, and burgers, or opt for a more indulgent steak, fish, or pasta entrée.
Twisted Laurel caters to families with a children’s menu, including pizza options. Noteworthy is their gluten-free menu with substitutions for buns and wraps. Drop by the bar for quick bites and cocktails or experience their Sunday brunch. With locations in Downtown Asheville and Weaverville, Twisted Laurel is your fantastic go-to for lunch, especially for those local ingredients and brews.
Twisted Laurel Weaverville | 10A S Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787
5. Yellow Coffee Mug Lounge
Living in Asheville for years, somehow this little gem of a cafe snuck by us. Sitting on the edge of Downtown Weaverville, The Yellow Coffee Mug Lounge promises all-day breakfast, lunch, early dinner (closes at 6 PM), and weekend brunch.
With affordable prices, think breakfast burritos and avocado toast for breakfast, or chicken salad sandwiches and the soup of the day for lunch. Select from vegan rancheros, French toast, ham and green bean hash, and breakfast sandwiches for weekend brunch.
Yellow Coffee Mug is our top pick in Weaverville for sandwiches, smoothies, and coffee. Plus, you know we cannot resist vegan options and gluten-free treats. It’s pretty hipster too.
Yellow Coffee Mug Lounge | 113 N Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787
6. Eluvium Brewing Company
Are you craving casual places to eat in Weaverville that serve local beer and pub grub? Eluvium Brewing, a brewery with a kitchen, offers Helles, Lagers, Sours, Wheats, IPAs, and Brown Ales. Their sizable beer list includes local guest ciders, seltzers, and ginger beers, posting when they clean their taps.
Kid and dog-friendly, Eluvium serves no-frills but delicious pub grub like pretzels, beer cheese nachos, chili, sandwiches, wraps, Cuban melts, sliders, Philly cheesesteaks, smash burgers, quesadillas, and chicken salad.
For Sunday brunch, select from breakfast bowls, sandwiches, burritos, and treats like cinnamon balls – with vegan cheese and egg options. Eluvium labels vegan and vegetarian menu items.
Note: Baa’d Sheep is no longer in business. For more Weaverville breweries, try Zebulon Artisan Ales (open on Fridays and Saturdays with a TARDIS), focused solely on beer, or visit newer Leveller Brewing with a rustic-themed taproom and patio. Discover additional nearby breweries in Asheville, NC.
Eluvium Brewing Company | 11 Florida Ave, Weaverville, NC 28787
7. Soba Sushi And Noodles
If you are looking for sushi restaurants in Weaverville, you’ll love Soba Sushi and Noodles. These guys are one of our favorite sushi spots around Asheville – along with Hendersonville’s Umi and Green Tea Sushi in West Asheville.
Soba Sushi features sushi rolls, sashimi, and noodle dishes including Pad Thai, Lo Mein, and Teriyaki. Did someone say ramen? Yes; please! We also highly recommend ordering Soba’s tea. The ginger and honey tea is sweet and chock full of shredded ginger. Your tummy will thank you.
Soba has its own parking lot, but plenty of street parking is also available. Soba Sushi & Noodles is also a favorite local sushi spot if you are looking for something less touristy than Downtown Asheville’s Wasabi. Nearby, in North Asheville, try Zen Sushi too!
Soba Sushi And Noodles | 76 N Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787
8. Well-Bred Bakery
With multiple bakeries in Weaverville and Asheville, including Biltmore Village, you can usually spot Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe by the line out of the door. Follow your nose for lunch, brunch, pastries, and cakes.
For the best Weaverville restaurants, Well-Bred Bakery features quiche as well as breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Many of their pastries are gluten-free. Dairy-free isn’t as easy here, though. It is also no secret that Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe is a coffee shop favorite across Asheville.
Well-Bred Bakery | 26 N Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787
9. Main Street Grill
For family-friendly restaurants in Weaverville, Main Street Grill is your go-to restaurant. Select from delicious starters and classics like wings, Brussels, and salads.
Find a large sandwich and spicy burger menu, including a chicken Philly, a grouper fish sandwich, veggie and mushroom burgers, and a fried chicken sandwich. For children under 10, select from sliders, chicken tenders, and grilled cheese. The parking lot out front is always bustling. Read more about Asheville’s kid-friendly restaurants.
Main Street Grill | 5 S Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787
10. The Fireplace Restaurant
If you love steak, seafood, and BBQ, The Fireplace Restaurant in Weaverville is for you. Like Stoney Knob, you’ll pass The Fireplace on your way into Downtown Weaverville. Think all American cuisine.
Unique to the Weaverville restaurants, The Fireplace has a series of buffet options – which isn’t our thing, but it might be yours. The weekly lunch buffet changes daily and includes items like pot roast, chicken tenders, soups, chilis, and BBQ.
Thursday nights showcase a BBQ buffet, and The Fireplace has both weekend buffets and a Sunday brunch buffet. Or, order from the menu for classic sandwiches, BBQ, burgers, ribs, and chicken platters. The Fireplace’s children’s menu includes grilled cheese, Mac & Cheese, hamburgers, and nuggets.
The Fireplace Restaurant | 287 Weaverville Rd, Asheville, NC 28804
11. WagBar (Rotating Food Trucks)
For dog-friendly Weaverville, NC restaurants – if you count those rotating food trucks – WagBar is literally for your pooches. If you follow us on social media, you know that we are a cat household. However, that doesn’t stop us from grabbing a local brew and watching the pups play at this dog park bar.
WagBar is a 21+ bar – check their rules before visiting. Humans enter for free, but dogs require membership and paperwork. Despite not serving food, WagBar hosts tasty food trucks like The Smokin’ Onion (offering GF and vegan treats) and Bear’s Smokehouse, known for top-notch Asheville BBQ.
Conveniently located across from Stoney Knob Cafe, WagBar has its own parking lot. For more Weaverville bars, check out Hoppy Trees next to Eluvium, where you can sip on a spritz or a Western North Carolina craft beer amidst local art while watching Bob Ross paint on TV.
WagBar | 320 Merrimon Ave, Weaverville, NC 28787
What are your favorite restaurants in Weaverville, NC?
Where do you love to eat in Weaverville? Who makes the best pizza, burgers, and tacos? Where do you like to grab dessert? A drink? Let us know in the comments!
Close to Weaverville, you might also enjoy these Marshall cafes and restaurants. Marshall hosts quirky festivals and is known for its fishing, hiking, and water rafting. Or, head the opposite way to try Black Mountain’s delicious restaurants. We love Oak & Grist Distillery and shopping downtown.
Christine Frascarelli
Christine (pronouns: she/her) is the owner and lead writer of Uncorked Asheville. After falling in love with those gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains, Christine and her husband Tom decided to call Asheville, North Carolina home. When her pointy Italian nose isn’t stuck in a book, Christine is adopting all of the kitties, getting lost in the forest, and drinking an ESB. She has a BA in English and History from Smith College, her MLIS from USF-Tampa, and is a former U.S. Fulbright Scholar - Indonesia. Christine also owns The Uncorked Librarian LLC with books and movies to inspire travel.
By far one of the best restaurants in the Weaverville/Asheville area. Glad to see it being recognized. We’re out of Charlotte and always make a point to go during our travels
Which Weaverville restaurant in particular? Thanks so much!
Hi Christine!
Just curious if you happen to know where the organic restaurants and grocery stores are in both Asheville and Weaverville. Thank you so much for all your great and certainly helpful information!
Cathy
Hey Cathy,
For grocery stores with organic and specialty items in and around Asheville, I’d try: Earth Fare, West Village Market (West AVL), Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, French Broad Food Coop, and Fresh Market.
For restaurants, Pulp & Sprout, Green Sage, and Plant come to mind.
You need to try Tommy’s Family Restaurant and CA’s Diner in Weaverville. I think I got the names right.
Thank you so much for the additional Weaverville restaurant recs. I’ll be sure to check them out. I appreciate it!
@Christine, The Yellow Mug is far more than a coffee shop! Their Breakfasts, Lunches and Brunches are delicious! Check it out!
Thanks so much for the tip and rec! We will!