Best Lunch Restaurants in Blue Ridge Mountains

"Located right across from the two most popular busking corners in Asheville, this is one of our favorite spots to enjoy live street music while dining. Isa’s recently changed their concept to French cuisine, a point especially driven home when dining al fresco under their awning."

"Isa’s Bistro entices diners with its bright, modern space and pet-friendly patio. But it’s the regularly changing lineup of French bistro-inspired cuisine that keeps them coming ba..."

"Isa’s Bistro, located in the heart of downtown Asheville at One Battery Park Avenue, is a go-to spot for great cooking any time of the day. Sit in the gorgeous dining room or out o..."

"We happened upon Jerusalem Garden Cafe when searching for a place to eat Downtown and came away thankful for the discovery. This Asheville restaurant’s colorful and well-decorated interior encourages relaxation and focusing your imagination on faraway places. And beyond the decor, Jerusalem Garden’s menu and dishes will take your tastebuds far away from the mountains of North Carolina."

"Family owned and operated for over 20 years, Jerusalem Café brings delightful, fresh, authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine to the area. The café features a Tapas, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner and a Dessert menu. The location downtown is convenient to many points of interest, and live entertainment is featured every Friday and Saturday night along with bellydancing."

"When some of the other downtown Asheville restaurants get slammed, it’s nice to sneak into Jerusalem Garden Cafe. The atmosphere is colorful, serene, and delicious. Jerusalem Garden Cafe specializes in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine."

"Home of Asheville’s famous “Shindig on the Green” summer bluegrass concert series, Pack Square is a great park right in the heart of downtown Asheville. Even when the concerts are taking place (they start “along about sundown” on Saturday nights), there is still plenty of green space for kids to run around and play. One of my family’s favorite summer weekend activities is to walk around downtown, eat dinner, grab some ice cream, then set up our camp chairs and listen to some good bluegrass music at Pack Square."

"If you are looking for centrally located parks in Asheville, NC, don’t miss Pack Square or the iconic City Hall in the distance. If you are looking for parks in downtown Asheville, don’t miss Park Square. I consider Pack Square exactly that: a public square in the heart of AVL."

"This interactive water feature delights children with its 21 jets of water that run in 12 combinations. You never know where it’s going to splash you next!"

"Farm-to-table cuisine didn’t come any fresher than Farm 255, the Athens GA-based restaurant run by the Full Moon Farms and Moonshine Meats collectives. Though that influential eatery shut its doors for good in 2013, its legacy lives on in sister restaurant Farm Burger. The fast casual concept was launched in 2008 by Farm 255’s Jason Mann (an organic farmer & rancher) and restaurant industry vet George Frangos."

"Farm Burger, located in a great location in downtown Asheville, may be a tad more pricey than the other restaurants mentioned. The burgers are in the $7-10 range, but it’s the beer that gets you. Nothing is tastier than a cool local brew alongside your burger and fries!"

"HOURS: Sun, Tue, Wed & Thu 5pm to 9pm; Fri-Sat 5pm to 10pm; Closed Mondays. Born and raised in a carniverous North Georgia family, I would have never imagined loving vegan food. Opened in 2011 by Leslie Armstrong, Alan Berger, and chef Jason Sellers, Plant was the restaurant that changed my mind, emerging as one of our favorite places to eat in Asheville."

"Our absolute favorite dedicated vegan restaurant in Asheville, Plant serves up entrees, tapas, appetizers, desserts, and delicious cocktails. Plant marks their menu for where you can make gluten-free substitutions. Reservations are recommended via phone."

"I didn’t like this place much when I was like 10, but having grown up a little more, I ..."

"With two locations serving Asheville and Hendersonville, Sachi Massage and Wellness is dedicated to bringing health and wellness at affordable prices. From the moment you walk into Sachi, there is always a genuine welcome and sincere gratitude in their helping you explore a meaningful experience. Sachi offers many escape options, everything from couple’s massge with the sounds of tranquil waterfalls and soothing music to a peaceful, healing Himalayan Salt room."

"We couldn’t very well complete this list without Relax & Rejuvenate in Regent Park Center. Their integrative sessions are offered in a comfortable, friendly environment free of chemical smells. Enjoy nearly two dozen massage options—from shiatsu to sports massage to pre-natal—performed by licensed bodywork therapists without the overhead costs of most spas."

"Another fascinating place for exploring day spas, Relax and Rejuvenate Massage Spa is one of the worthiest spas in Asheville day spas. They have a variety of massages available in their options. Some of these massages are for sports, neuromuscular, and a special gemstone (cold) massage."

"This day spa aims to provide a resort experience without the price tag. Dozens of types of specialty massages can be found here, like sports, neuromuscular and even a cold gemstone facial massage. Those interested in Reiki and Shiatsu also trust the folks at Relax & Rejuvenate."