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Restaurants near 1898 Waverly Inn

Discover the charm of the 1898 Waverly Inn, a historic landmark in the heart of Hendersonville that captures the essence of Southern hospitality. Where to Eat Near 1898 Waverly Inn? The dining scene near the Waverly Inn offers an exciting range of culinary options. Guests can enjoy casual American fare, where fine dining meets relaxed bistro vibes, featuring seasonal, farm-to-table dishes made with local ingredients. For a taste of Southern comfort, indulge in contemporary Southern cuisine that highlights traditional recipes with modern flair. You’ll find vibrant flavors from cozy taverns to elegant settings, all just a stone’s throw away from the inn. Whether you’re seeking a casual bite or an upscale meal, the nearby restaurants promise a delightful dining experience that complements your visit to the historic inn.
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1. Claywood
4.9
Exceptional(748)
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• Farm-to-table • Hendersonville
Booked 16 times today
Claywood is a vibrant, locally focused restaurant rooted in a farm-to-table philosophy. Located in the heart of Hendersonville, we are committed to sourcing fresh, high-quality ingredients from local farmers and purveyors. Our menu blends traditional and modern techniques, inspired by global influences and the changing mountain seasons.PLEASE reference our website Claywoodnc.com and visit the "your experience" tab for details around our seating options and policies. Thank you!Chef Holden leads the kitchen with quiet confidence, emphasizing thoughtful technique, balanced flavors, and respect for each ingredient. Through sustainable partnerships with local farms and foragers, our dishes highlight seasonal elements like ramps, mushrooms, heirloom grains, and native herbs.At Claywood, our goal is to create more than a meal—we aim to tell a story through food, grounded in place, people, and purpose.
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2. Verri's Italian Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(579)
€€€€
• Italian • Hendersonville
Booked 15 times today
Come dine at Hendersonville's Premier authentic Italian Restaurant. New York Chef Tom Verri and his team prepare fantastic Italian food and desserts.
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3. Postero
4.7
Exceptional(4148)
€€€€
• American • Hendersonville
Booked 22 times today
Fine food, wine & drinks, delivered with uncommon hospitality. Broad base of classic French Culinary Technique is the cornerstone for New American Cuisine, which is a true melting pot of cultures, ingredients, & techniques. We love the idea of applying modern day sensibilities to traditional recipes. We have 2 levels at our restaurant, please indicate in the notes section if you are not able to navigate the stairs & need to be seated downstairs. (Lunch is downstairs only). Please note any dietary restrictions or let your server know upon arrival.Parties of 7+, a credit card is required to hold the table & cancellation policy will be discussed when you make your reservation. We do not offer a private dining area/outside seating/catering. Corkage Fee is $20/bottle & Non-Postero Food Fee is $4/person
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4. Cúrate Bar de Tapas
new
4.8
Exceptional(3826)
€€€€
• Spanish • Asheville
Booked 104 times today
Spain's dynamic dining culture comes alive in downtown Asheville at Cúrate Tapas Bar. Cúrate brings the spirit of Spain to the Blue Ridge Mountains at this lively full dining bar, vermutería, and jamonería owned by Magnolia Network Host and America's Culinary Cup competitor Chef Katie Button and hospitality leader Felix Meana. Michelin-recognized, James Beard Awarded and one of Food & Wine's "Top Wine Restaurants", Cúrate offers hand-carved jamón ibérico, an expansive Spanish wine and vermouth list, craft cocktails, and an all-day tapas menu rooted in Spanish tradition and driven by farm‑to-table Appalachian ingredients. The atmosphere is warm and energetic and the food is unforgettable, making Cúrate an Asheville dining destination unlike any other.
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5. Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
4.6
Exceptional(6980)
€€€€
• American • Asheville
Booked 60 times today
Sunset Terrace is our iconic upscale classic restaurant featuring traditional American cuisine with an emphasis on hand cut steaks, seafood and regional favorites and an award winning wine list. Taste signature cocktails paired with popular dishes from the lobster cobb salad to the chilled seafood platter. Located on the outdoor terrace of the 100 year old Main Inn, enjoy breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Executive Chef Brian Anderson and Chef de Cuisine Joel Mauck craft delectable dishes to be enjoyed with a setting and experience that you will always remember. The Sunset Terrace is a twelve-time recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, most recently in 2025.Reservations are strongly recommended.Dress accordingly to the weather.
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6. Posana - Biltmore Park
4.7
Exceptional(688)
€€€€
• American • Arden
Booked 47 times today
Posana® is a contemporary American restaurant with two locations in Asheville, including our original Downtown Asheville restaurant and our second location in South Asheville at Biltmore Park Town Square.Posana Downtown has earned a trio of culinary accolades, including the OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award and TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best, awarded to fewer than 1% of listings worldwide. Posana's wine program has also earned Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence for eight consecutive years.We offer a welcoming setting for savoring seasonal cuisine and enjoying a handcrafted cocktail or a glass from our award-winning wine list.Our locally sourced menus are inspired by the region’s agricultural community and the ingredients of each season. From house-made pastas to fresh seafood and prime meats, each dish is thoughtfully prepared with ingredients from our trusted network of local farmers and purveyors.Lunch all week • Brunch all weekend • Dinner nightly
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7. Root & Bone - Hendersonville
4.6
Exceptional(590)
€€€€
• Contemporary Southern • Hendersonville
Booked 25 times today
Root & Bone draws its name from the staples of the American diet: meat and vegetables. It promises to deliver culinary excellence with southern charm.Rooted and raised in the South, Chef Jeff McInnis grew up with southern comfort food and hospitality in his blood. His partner, Chef Janine Booth, hailing from Australia, brings with her a true passion for uniting people through food. This power couple already boasts several successful restaurants across the country and the Caribbean, with numerous accolades including three James Beard Award nominations. They are thrilled to be opening their fourth Root & Bone here in WNC. Root & Bone will showcase their southern-inspired cuisine with a modern twist, featuring award-winning dishes such as the Sweet Tea Brined Fried Chicken, Braised Brisket Meatloaf, Grilled Peach & Tomato Caprese Salad, and Barbecue Spareribs, alongside classic casual items like the R&B Burger, Crispy Fried Chicken Biscuits
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8. Luminosa
4.8
Exceptional(1446)
€€€€
• Italian • Asheville
Booked 43 times today
Awarded both a Michelin Green Star and Bib Gourmand, Luminosa brings a hyperlocal lens to Italian cuisine; where Appalachian ingredients meet Italian technique. Located inside The Flat Iron Hotel in downtown Asheville, the restaurant celebrates the region's farmers, foragers, and makers through an ever-evolving, seasonally driven menu. The wood-burning oven serves as Luminosa's heart, infusing handmade pastas, rustic pizzas, and locally sourced vegetables with a touch of fire. Praised by Travel + Leisure for delivering "bold flavors, strong ties to the local community, and a menu that lives up to its Appalachian claims," Luminosa is both a culinary destination and a reflection of Asheville's creative spirit. The warm, wood-forward space evokes a modern tavern, complemented by a beverage program that highlights local brewery collaborations, craft cocktails, and a thoughtful wine list grounded in place.
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9. The Silo Cookhouse at The Horse Shoe Farm
4.6
Exceptional(739)
€€€€
• Farm-to-table • Hendersonville
Booked 15 times today
Reservations can be made by calling 828-393-3034. As we prepare for a busy season ahead, we’re taking intentional time to elevate the dining experience at The Silo Cookhouse.Breakfast8:00 AM – 10:00 AM dailyComplimentary breakfast for in-house guests only. Not open to the public.BrunchDaily | 10:30 AM – 2:00 PMDinnerDaily | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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10. Stable Cafe -Biltmore Estate
4.6
Exceptional(6694)
€€€€
• American • Asheville
Booked 100 times today
Stable Café is open daily from 11AM to 2PM for guests of Biltmore Estate.Luminere Dining 5PM to 8PMSatisfy your appetite for house-smoked meats, Carolina barbeque, grilled burgers, and other southern favorites in a historic setting that was once the estate's horse stable.Biltmore tickets or an annual pass are required to visit all restaurants on the estate. For seasonal evening events, dinner reservations for all the guests in the party must have an evening-specific ticket. The convenient location next to Biltmore House, friendly hospitality, and delectable food make the Stable Café a popular stop after visits to the house and gardens. The ambiance of the historic surroundings in the renovated stable complex is unmatched.Stable Cafe accepts electronic payment only

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  • Pete
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Seated on time, excellent waitress, wine and food extremely good, meal came very quickly after we ordered, overall, excellent!
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    Verri's Italian Ristorante$$$$• Italian• Hendersonville
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    4.9
  • Russell
    South Carolina •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food was outstanding. Service was excellent. Cocktails were perfect. Can't ask for much more! We had steaks and they were as good as I've had anywhere. Cocktails were presented well and made to perfection. Service was top notch. Would definitely go there again.
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    Claywood$$$$• Farm-to-table• Hendersonville
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    4.9
  • Rhonda
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food, service and ambience were absolutely great. I would definitely dine here again.
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    Postero$$$$• American• Hendersonville
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    4.7
  • Twanna
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
     We had such a wonderful experience at Sunset Terrace while celebrating our first anniversary. The views were absolutely beautiful, especially at sunset, and the entire evening felt so special. The staff was incredibly thoughtful and attentive. One of the servers even offered to take a photo of us at the perfect time as the sun was setting. When we returned to our table, they surprised us with champagne and a Happy Anniversary dessert, which was such a sweet touch. The food, atmosphere, and service made this one of the most memorable parts of our anniversary trip. We would definitely return.
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    Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa$$$$• American• Asheville
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    4.6
  • christopherGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Simply a must stop in Asheville! Everything was just outstanding
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    Cúrate Bar de Tapas$$$$• Spanish• Asheville
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    4.8

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