Modesto Trattoria

4.6 (2810)

$50 and over

Italian

1 Page Ave STE 138B, Asheville, NC 28801

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Modesto Trattoria

4.6

$50 and over

Italian

Asheville

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2 people

26 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Led by chef and owner Hector Diaz, Modesto features a farm to table approach to upscale wood-fired Italian. The menu changes twice daily and includes a variety of fresh seafood, fine and locally-sourced meats, as well as house made pastas. Pizzas are hand-tossed and cooked in a wood fired Mugnaini oven from Italy. To compliment your meal, our bar offers over 30 exclusively boutique and heritage Italian wines, as well as a dynamic list of classic and cutting edge cocktails. Desserts are made from scratch, including our famous tiramisu. Modesto is an elegant but intimate trattoria with an inclusive atmosphere, perfect for couples and small parties who crave rustic Italian dishes.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 15:30–22:00
Phone number
(828) 225-4133
Website
http://www.modestonc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Hector Diaz

Location
1 Page Ave STE 138B, Asheville, NC 28801
Area
Asheville
Cross Street
Battery Park Ave
Parking Details
Parking is available on the street, parking garage, or private lots for a fee. M-S after 6PM and all day Sunday, parking is free.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Modesto Trattoria.

4.6

(2810)

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Asheville / Western North Carolina
Great for fine wines
Asheville
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Modesto Trattoria in Asheville is praised for its "amazing service" and "wonderful food," offering "generous portions" and an "extensive menu." Diners highlight the "best Caesar salad" and "fantastic seafood selection." Despite occasional service delays, the "atmosphere is lovely" and "perfect for special occasions." A must-visit for Italian cuisine enthusiasts!

2,810 Reviews

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Linda
Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing! Service was amazing! Absolutely do it again!
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Jan
Greater Boston5 reviews
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Waited over an hour for our meal to arrive Some of my spaghetti was so al dente it didn’t bend Under cooked
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Leslie
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Modesto was amazing. Service incredible, and the food was wonderful. Any request (diet or food combination) was easily & happily accommodated. This is a must do for anyone visiting.
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Greg Gold
San Diego67 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Modesto was a great find. All dishes were prepared with detail and flavor. We were just passing through Asheville. Were we a resident we would surely eat here often.
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Kathleen
South Carolina3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have eaten at Modesto for several years & love the food, especially the grilled octopus. We have celebrated many of our anniversaries there.
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JENNIFER
East Tennessee7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
It took a little time to get waited on, but once we did we had exceptional service!!
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Blair
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time, and was absolutely blown away. From the bread starter to the drinks to the filet and scallops (with the best seafood risotto!) to the halibut, it is impossible for us to have found a better place for dinner. Incredible food, amazing service, perfect atmosphere. It was such a magical experience!
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Lori
Treasure Coast4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. Best dinner we've had in Asheville. We highly recommend and the wait staff was very attentive. The chef was able to accommodate all of our food sensitivities.
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Theresa
Coastal Georgia6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely table outside. The food was outstanding (calamari, veal Milanese, veal parm). My espresso martini was probably the best I ever had. Worth every penny!
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James
Atlanta3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 13 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Nice little resturant in downtown Asheville. Cocktails were very good. Food was good.
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