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There is a lot to do in Asheville, especially in the fall. We've put together a list of our favorite places and some other recommendations. Of course, we had to include some coffee shops since our first date was at one!
Eats
Breweries
Coffee Shops
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Parking in Asheville can be a bit tricky. We highly recommend downloading the app Best Parking to find the best parking rates.
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DOWNTOWN - Our go-to parking locations are the Civic Center Garage and the Rankin Garage
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WEST ASHEVILLE - Street parking is free. If you can't find any, there is a paid lot at the Wells Fargo Bank.
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RIVER ARTS DISTRICT - There are several free lots in the area, depending on where you want to go.
Eats
Chai Pani
A James Beard award winner that serves delicious Indian street food. A satellite location is in West Asheville called Bottiwala with a smaller menu.
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The bride recommends: okra fries
The groom recommends: chicken tikka wrap
Asheville Beer and Pizza Co
There are a couple of locations, but the Merrimon Ave also has movie theatre showing new releases and classics! AVL Pizza Co also has unique crust options like sesame seed and coconut flakes.
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The bride recommends: Magnum P.I.E.
The groom recommends: The Funky Chicken
White Duck Taco
An Asheville staple that has a variety of different tacos with vegetarian and vegan offerings. Tehre are several locations around Asheville to check out.
Biscuit Head
The perfect brunch place to get a taste of southern cooking including biscuits and pimento cheese. You can't come to the South without getting a biscuit! It gets very crowded on the weekends, so plan accordingly. Also, everything is cat themed.
French Broad Chocolate Lounge
If you are a chocolate lover this place is for you. They sell several chocolate-based desserts, individual chocolate, and ice cream!
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The bride recommends: liquid chocolate affogato
The groom recommends: chocolate creme brulee
Breweries
New Belgium Brewing
Overlooking the French Broad River, New Belgium is the perfect place to relax and unwind on a crisp day. There is indoor and outdoor seating as well as a food truck parked outside.
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The bride recommends: any flavor of the Fruit Smash seltzers!
Sierra Nevada Brewing
Just past the airport is the gorgeous Sierra Nevada brewery! There is indoor and outdoor seating, plus they have a garden that the brewery utilizes for their food menu.
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The groom recommends: hop splash citrus
Bold Rock Hard Cider
If you're more of a cider person, Bold Rock is the place! There is a location downtown and a second, larger one in Mills River, just past the airport, that has a standing food truck.
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The bride recommends: prosecco cider (seasonal)
The groom recommends: roast (coffee-infused) cider
The Whale
The Whale isn't a brewery, but a craft beer collective! They sell beer from Fargo's own Drekker Brewing both on draft and in cans! Haywood Commons is next door for food if you get peckish.
Archetype Brewing
Archetype is located in West Asheville and specializes in experimental beers. If you're hungry, you can order from Guan Shan or Pizza Mind next door and they will deliver the food to your table.
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The bride & groom recommend: false antagonist
Asheville is known for its craft brewery scene, so we've only listed a couple of them here. If you'd like to explore more breweries in the western North Carolina region, check out https://ashevillealetrail.com/.
Coffee Shops
Double D's Coffee and Desserts
Double D's is double decker bus that's been turned into a coffee shop! You can't sit inside, but there is a small seating area outside for you to enjoy your coffee. Or you can just walk around downtown with a coffee in hand!
*Please note: they are CASH ONLY
Summit Coffee
There are several locations around Asheville, but check out the one in the River Arts District. You can take your coffee to-go and tour the various art galleries in the RAD or take a stroll along the French Broad River.​
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The bride recommends: anything with blueberry cold foam (seasonal)
The groom recommends: cold brew
Liberty Coffee House
Located next door to Heather's yoga studio, Liberty is the perfect neighborhood cafe. They also serve exceptional breakfast and lunch items. Go early if you want food or they will sell out! Street parking is free.​
The bride recommends: cold brew with coconut cold foam for coffee and the cobb salad for food