All Is Well
Community Café, Smoothie & Snack Bar, Gift Shop, and hangout! Enjoy delicous coffee and fresh pastries.
- Open 7 days a week
- Serves sandwiches, soups, breakfast sandwiches, smoothies, coffee, and more!
- Gluten Free and Vegan options
Arabella Breakfast and Brunch
Owners Mike and Kimberly created Arabella to emphasize the family feeling of a meal. For both Mike and Kimberly, stepping through the doors of Arabella, needed to feel like sitting around their family table. A place where they are seen and heard, stories are told, and memories made.
- Serves locally sourced American and Latin breakfast.
- Breakfast & Lunch
- Open 7 days
Black Bear Coffee Co. (Downtown)
Proudly serving up fresh coffee to the Hendersonville area since 1993. Globally sourced with the most delicious blends from around the world and roasted by Counter Culture Coffee.
- Offers muffins, sandwiches, wraps & a variety of delicious coffees
- Serves breakfast & lunch
- Open 7 days
Blue Sky Café
We offer a family friendly atmosphere where there is something that will appeal to everyone. We start with only the freshest ingredients that will wake up your taste buds! Check out our fan favorite Sweet Potato Fries!
- Offers a variety of wraps, salads, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, sides and decadent desserts
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open Monday – Saturday
- Online orders via Web or App
- “Little Blue” Food Truck available for events
Boodas Brewing Company
Opened in late 2023, Boodas Brewing Company is one of Hendersonville’s few brew pubs that boasts its own brick-and-mortar kitchen. Hot off the heels of opening, Boodas currently offers 24 taps – all NC brews – that include both its own craft beer and guest taps. The kitchen offers a variety of flavors, everything from burgers and nachos to a charcuterie board and loaded potatoes! Something for every taste. Located in downtown Hendersonville, steps from the Welcome Center and soon-to-open Ecusta Trail, Boodas Brewing Co has parking and a covered outdoor patio that is pet-friendly.
Insider Tip: Want to know the story behind the interesting name? Owner, Jeff Hughes was nicknamed “Booda” by his wife back when they were high school sweethearts. Booda and his wife Erin fell in love with Hendersonville when they started bringing their daughter here for summer camp.
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BoonChoo Thai Express
Boonchoo, meaning “Good Karma” in Thai, focuses on authentic northeastern and central Thai cuisine. We select only the freshest ingredients to create delicious meals and make you feel like you are eating in Thailand!
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open Tuesday – Saturday
Brandy’s on Main
Only the best aged beef, fresh vegetables and the freshest seafood are always used with an emphasis on using local farmers when possible. All of the soups, sauces, dressings and desserts are made in house!
- Offers steaks, seafood, soups, salads, sauces and desserts
- Serves Dinner
- Open Monday – Saturday
Café on the Veranda
Located inside this “local’s favorite” gift shop, A Day In The Country, Café on the Veranda offers sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, and decadent desserts, a favorite among tourists and locals.
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- Serves Lunch
- Reservations are required for Teas and Parties
- Open Monday-Saturday
Campfire Grill
Founded by a former Hendersonville summer camper, Campfire Grill seeks to recreate the summer camp experience in its dining room. They offer starters, soups, salads, sandwiches & burgers, entrees and a great cocktail menu. A portion of the restaurant’s proceeds benefit Camplify, a local nonprofit that sends local kids to camp. (Related, with 20+ summer camps, Hendersonville is home to one of the largest concentration of summer camps anywhere in the country!)
- Open for Dinner Tuesday – Saturday
- Open for Lunch Thursday – Saturday
- Outdoor dining available
- Offers bi-monthly wine dinners
Champa
Full service restaurant with take out available. There are a variety of house special rolls with delicate sauces, fresh sushi, and traditional Japanese cuisine from the kitchen made only with the freshest ingredients.
- Offers Chinese food, Sushi, Thai and other Asian cuisines
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 days a week
Claywood
Claywood is a seasonally driven restaurant in the heart of Hendersonville rooted in thoughtful cooking, local agriculture, and intentional hospitality. We work closely with regional farmers and purveyors, allowing the ingredients of the Appalachian region to shape our menus as they evolve naturally with the seasons.
Our kitchen blends traditional technique with a modern perspective — from house-crafted charcuterie and dry-aged meats to vibrant vegetable dishes inspired by the farms and forests around us. Behind the bar, a carefully curated whiskey, wine, and cocktail program reflects the same commitment to craftsmanship and balance.
At Claywood, dining is about more than the meal — it’s about gathering. Our dining room is designed to bring people together around the table, creating a space where thoughtful hospitality, great conversation, and memorable meals are shared.
Every dish, every drink, and every experience reflects our belief that the best meals begin with great ingredients and the people who grow them.
Cognative Café
Founders Austin and Andrea Bankert, have a passion for hospitality and cultivating community with a hands-on approach to managing Cognative and investing in the local community. They partner with local vendors for their coffee beans, baked goods, milk, beer and more so you know that you are investing in your local community with each drink you purchase. The retail area features Cognative MTB house brand of mountain bike, cycling and outdoor apparel.
- Offers tea, coffee, beer, wine, baked goods, and smoothies
- Open 7 days a week
- On the Ecusta Trail
Dandelion
Dandelion serves delicious food while also serving its community. Partnered with Safelight, Dandelion offers an internship program that provides job training for survivors of violence and provides an educational and supportive environment for those who may be at risk.
- Friendly Staff
- Offers sandwiches, soups & salads
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch
- Open Monday – Friday
Dixie Diner
The locally-owned and operated Dixie Diner is a locals favorite spot for breakfast and lunch. They serve pancakes, omelets, quiches, sandwiches, burgers, salads and sides. Catering available.
- Open 7 days per week
- Breakfast buffet on weekends
El Bronco Mexican Restaurant
- Authentic Mexican food
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 Days of Week
El Paso Mexican Restaurant
El Paso Mexican Restaurant
Best Western, 105 Sugarloaf Road
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Hendersonville, NC 28792
- Offers chimichangas, burrito wraps, quesadillas, chicken, beef, seafood, tacos and salads
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 days
El Paso Mexican Restaurant
El Paso Mexican Restaurant
807 Spartanburg Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Offers chimichangas, burrito wraps, quesadillas, chicken, beef, seafood, tacos and salads
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 days a week
Firehouse Subs
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 days a week
On some Saturdays from May to October, check out the Summer Music Series at Firehouse Subs! Come enjoy live, outdoor music, free line dancing classes by Betty Busch, and Classic Car Show. No smoking, coolers or pets allowed, call 828-697-8344 for rain cancellations. All performances will be from 6:30-8:30pm and line dance lessons will be from 5:30-6:30pm.
Flat Rock Village Bakery
A brick-oven bakery cafe serving food made from scratch daily. Specializing in pastries, cookies, artisan breads, sandwiches, and wood-fired pizzas. All made with local and organic ingredients.
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch
- Open 7 days per week
Fletcher Village Bakery
A from scratch bakery cafe serving bagels, croissant, Danish, cookies, brownies, cakes and more. All made with local and organic ingredients. Also serving sandwiches, salads and soups.
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch
- Open 7 Days a Week
Hannah Flanagan’s Pub
Traditional Irish Pub, try the locally loved wings along with sandwiches, burgers, soups & salads
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 days a week
- Outdoor dining available
Harvey’s @ The Henderson
Welcome to Harvey’s @ The Henderson and indulge in a culinary journey that pays homage to the heyday of classic cuisine with a twist of modern techniques.
The carefully curated menu features a selection of timeless dishes that have stood the test of time, bringing back the flavors and techniques that made them iconic.
To complement these delectable dishes, Harvey’s also offers a range of handcrafted cocktails that harken back to the golden era of mixology.
With its throwback to classic cuisine and cocktails, Harvey’s @ The Henderson is a destination that promises to transport diners to a bygone era of culinary excellence.
Harvey’s is open to the public for dinner on Thursday through Saturday from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm and on Sunday for brunch from 10:00 am-1:00 pm.
Let our award-winning Executive Chef Michael, with over 25 years’ experience with the Ritz Carlton & W Hotels, Michelin Star Restaurants and as the Director of Culinary for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, prepare you a memorable meal using local, seasonal ingredients.
Hot Dog World
Offering hot dogs, soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches & sides
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open Monday – Saturday
- Outdoor seating
- Local favorite: Greek salad
Indian Aroma Bistro
The foundation of Aroma Bistro is built on three key elements: fresh high-quality ingredients, traditional Indian cuisine, a cozy & warm ambiance and a friendly staff that will make you feel like you are part of the family. Aroma puts a lot of emphasis on using the highest quality meats, seafood, vegetables and fruits, and creating tantalizing flavors using traditional family recipes. Aroma takes you to India by creating an ambiance full of bright colors, mouth-watering aromas, and a vibrant energy. Our staff will always make you feel at home and part of the family with our friendly service and attention to detail in order to provide you with the best dining experience.
- Open 7 days a week
- Authentic Indian Food
- Serves Lunch and Dinner
Janitzio Mexican Restaurant
Offering authentic Mexican dishes
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open Wednesday – Monday
Joey’s New York Bagels
Offers a variety of bagels, sandwiches, wraps, omelets, and endless flavors of cream cheese
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch
- Open 7 days a week
Joey’s New York Bagels
Offers a variety of bagels, sandwiches, wraps, omelets, and endless flavors of cream cheese
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch
- Open 7 Days a Week
Kosta’s Fireside Restaurant & Pancake Inn
Fireside Restaurant & Pancake Inn
295 Sugarloaf Road
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Lunch entrees are always fresh and tasty! Some of our specialties include slow-cooked, flavorful pot roast, Italian-style spaghetti, moist, delicious meat loaf, and many homemade soups, sandwiches, and daily specials.
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch
- Open Thursday – Tuesday
Mary’s Burritos
Offers El Salvadorian & Mexican style homemade meals and beer
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open Monday – Saturday
Mezzaluna
Mezzaluna is an Italian restaurant that serves wood fired pizza, soups, salads, and classic Italian dishes
- Open 7 days per week
- Serves lunch & dinner
Mike’s on Main
Located in an historic soda fountain shop, stepping into Mike’s On Main will transport you back in time. Known for their soups, salads, sandwiches, and ice cream treats.
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch
- Open 7 days per week
Mike’s Pizza & Pasta
Offers gourmet pizza, salads, subs, burgers & pasta. Now serving our own craft beer!
- Open 7 days per week
- Serves lunch & dinner
Mills River Restaurant
A local favorite, Mills River Restaurant serves seafood, salads, burgers, sandwiches and more
- Serves Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Open Tuesday – Sunday
Monte’s Sub Shop
After moving from South Florida, owners Monique and Dan Ruiz missed their favorite subs from back home. So, the idea of opening a similar joint came to fruition. Phone calls were made, commercial spaces visited, LOTS of research was done. After everything, Monte’s Sub Shop was born!
- Offers a variety of subs, salads & soup
- Lunch & Dinner Monday – Friday
- Lunch Saturday
Mountain Deli
Offers a variety of sandwiches, bagels, salads, soups & subs
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch
- Open Monday – Friday
New China Garden
Offers classic Chinese dishes
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Closed Sunday
Papa’s & Beer Mexican Restaurant
Papa's & Beer Mexican Restaurant
1821 Asheville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Offers burritos, fajitas, tacos and other authentic Mexican dishes
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 Days a Week
Pi-Squared Pizza
The inspiration for this particular pie came from American troops returning from Europe after World War II, who began clamoring for the deep-dish pizza they’d fallen in love with overseas Far from pizzas with a thin crust that simply serves as a topping holder, Detroit-style pizza’s thick, chewy/crispy crust is a major part of the symphony of flavors and textures. If you’ve had it, you know what we’re talking about!
- Detroit-style pizza, wings, calzones, salads, subs, frozen custard
- Open 7 days per week
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
Pita Express
Offers Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, including gyros, falafel, hummus and more
- Serves Breakfast & Lunch Monday – Saturday
- Serves Dinner on Friday
Postero
Inspired by the great American melting pot of culinary cultures and techniques, we’re adding a dash of modern-day flavor to the traditional recipes we’ve loved for so long. Our warm and welcoming space puts the dynamism of an open kitchen center stage and surrounds it with the hospitality of a good friends who love to entertain.
- Offers new-American fare, inspired by a wide variety of cultures and techniques
- Serves Lunch Wednesday – Saturday
- Serves Dinner Tuesday – Saturday
Ruby Tuesday
Serves pasta, burgers, chicken, seafood, ribs and more
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 Days per Week
Sakura Japanese Cuisine
Offers Japanese cuisine and Sushi
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 Days a Week
Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant
Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant
100 Sierra Nevada Way
Mills River, NC 28732
Mills River, NC 28732
Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant offers a rotating seasonal menu that showcases local farmers, purveyors and artisans. During the season, many of the herbs and veggies used in the restaurant are grown on-site in their certified organic garden. The menu includes small plates, salads, seafood, burgers, pizza, steaks, chicken, pork & more. More info on the Brewery itself.
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Indoor Restaurant offers food
- Back Porch Kitchen, Bar & Garden offers food 7 days per week
- The outside portion of the venue is pet-friendly
- Has live entertainment on multiple stages
- Open 7 Days a week
Sol Y Luna Cali-Mex Bar & Grill
Offers an unique blend of California-Mexican blend cuisine.
- Serves lunch & dinner
- Open 7 days a week
- Local favorites: Spinach Enchiladas, Fajitas Supremas, Tacos Al Carbon
Taco Fiesta Mexican Kitchen
The menu includes Tex-Mex selections of burritos, fajitas, quesadillas, taco combos and more.
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 days a week
Tequilas Bar & Grill
Offers Mexican comfort food, desserts & margaritas
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 days per week
Tequilas Bar & Grill #2
Offers Mexican comfort food, desserts & margaritas
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open 7 days per week
Thai Spice
Thai Spice serves authentic Thai food, using the freshest ingredients, natural herbs & spices. Whether hot and spicy or something a bit more mild, from the exotic to the exquisite, Thai Spice restaurant promises a satisfying, well-balanced meal.
- Open Tuesday – Sunday
- Serves lunch & dinner
- Offers vegetarian options
- Local favorites: Pad Thai and Pad Kee Mow
The Baker’s Box
The Baker’s Box, just north of downtown Hendersonville, delivers high-quality eats and ice creams treats in a casual, laid-back setting. Owners George and Mara Nicholas met in culinary school at Johnson & Wales University. George’s specialty is the savory side, while Mara’s passion is pastry arts and ice cream. She maintains a selection of six homemade ice creams at all times. Chocolate and vanilla are constants, while other flavors rotate. Some creative combos include blueberries and cream, Baileys Original Irish Cream and chocolate swirl, and spicy butter pecan. Enjoy ice cream by the scoop (with toppings available) or in tasty milkshakes. On display is Mara’s collection of more than 150 LEGO sets.
The Baker’s Box also serves tasty lunch and dinner options, including specialty sandwiches, wraps and salads, and has a wide selection of scratch-made, gourmet desserts.
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Open for Lunch Monday – Saturday & Dinner Thursday – Saturday
- Offers Catering, including wedding cakes
- Outdoor Dining Available
- Makes their own ice cream in-house with 6 rotating flavors available daily
The Book & Bee Cafe & Tea
An English-style café and tea room featuring literary decor, menu, and events. The menu includes sandwiches, salads, soups, a variety of tea, scones, sweets, fruit and more.
- Serves Lunch & Afternoon Tea
- Open Tuesday – Saturday
The Local Table
The Local Table is a farm-to-table eatery in Hendersonville, NC, rooted in seasonal cooking and community connection.
Celebrates local farmers and the seasons of WNC by serving thoughtfully curated meals made with fresh, regional ingredients. Whether you’re stopping in for a casual bite or gathering with friends, The Local Table is a place to slow down, eat well, and feel at home.
Three Chopt Sandwich Shoppe
A welcoming atmosphere and delicious food, every meal served with a side of popcorn! Offers a variety of sandwiches, salads, soups & desserts
- Serves Lunch
- Open Tuesday – Saturday
Tooley’s Cafe
Known for their soups and quiches, they also offer a variety of sandwiches, salads and dessert items.
- Serves Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Open Monday through Saturday
Umi Japanese Fine Dining
UMI established in the summer of 2006 with the goal of providing the highest quality Japanese cuisine and sushi in Western North Carolina. Whether you want elegant ambiance, healthy fresh food or outstanding service, there is something for everyone at UMI.
- Japanese restaurant and sushi bar.
- Open 7 days a week
- Serves lunch & dinner
- Outdoor seating available
West First Wood-Fired
Observing the transformation of food from simple ingredients to a transcendent meal is an almost magical experience. Come dine where cooks rhythmically perform the culinary rites and pizzas are tossed, pastas are sautéed, and homemade desserts are carefully plated.
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Menu includes handcrafted food with a Mediterranean aesthetic, and feature whole-wheat thin crust pizzas, organic pastas, rustic salads and soups, desserts and breads
- Open Monday – Saturday
White Duck Taco Shop
Unique and delicious tacos! Also offers soups, snacks, and desserts.
- Offers an eclectic menu with ever-changing combinations
- Serves Lunch & Dinner
- Closed on Monday
