Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Blue Ridge Mountains

"Dark wood floors, muted yellow walls, bistro tables topped with flowers and additional sidewalk seating give this eatery upscale appeal. The kitchen serves tantalizing breakfasts such as New Orleans-style French toast, sweet potato pancakes and omelets with complimentary hot biscuits all day. Dinner options include shrimp and grits, nutty fried chicken with mashed sweet potatoes, and a veggie plate that might include organic honey-glazed carrots, marinated grilled tofu or candied ginger cornbread with peanut butter."

"Chicken & Sweet Potato Waffles with eggs and fruit from @tupelohonecafe is on point!. Credit: @shanebecton. Ever had pecan-pie French toast?"

"The folks at Burial Beer invite beer drinkers to partake in experimental beer drinking. They implement new recipes and tweak their old ones until they’re perfect. Make sure you go on the weekend– they nearly always have a special release!"

"Despite being a bit morbid with its name and décor, Burial Brewery offers up good beer and a great place to enjoy it. Their outdoor patio is small but enjoyable for an afternoon of beer tasting."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. To ferments, we cheers. And to the spring moon, we feast."

"Hi-Wire Brewing, which opened in 2013 soon after Wicked Weed, has become one of the more established breweries in Asheville. Since then, Hi-Wire has opened a second Asheville location as well as spots in Durham and Knoxville, TN. The circus-themed brewery produces a wide variety of beers but has earned acclaim for its tart kettle sours, complex wild ales, and easy-drinking lagers. Hi-Wire is a fundamental part of the Asheville community and is worth a visit any time you’re in town."

"Hi-Wire Brewing’s passion for craft beer shines through in every brew they create, making it one of the best breweries near Asheville, NC. They have a light-hearted circus theme that embodies the fun and creative aspect of the craft. Their beers can be found around the area at bars and restaurants, and their tasting room is always a good time. Just keep an eye out for the building that’s painted in rainbow colors– once you see it, you’re in the right place!"

"The rainbow mural outside of High Wire really catches your eye when you enter the brewery. The inside has more of an industrial feel with high ceilings, an open taproom and a good amount of seating. They have all sorts of board games to keep you entertained, as well as corn hole and pinball."

"If you stayed in the River Arts District or headed to South Slope for a brewery visit, then I'd recommend going to Buxton Hall Barbecue for dinner. This BBQ spot in South Slope is run by James Beard Nominee Elliott Moss, and serves up true Carolina barbecue in an airy space with an open kitchen. They smoke whole hogs, and I swear their pulled pork was some of the best I've ever eaten!"

"11:20 a.m.: Arrive at Buxton Hall Bar-B-Cue (32 Banks Avenue) before the restaurant’s opening at 11:30 and expect to stand in a short line. The minor time investment yields one of the first tables of the day. Those who arrive an hour later wait much longer. Buxton Hall has a reputation for its “all-wood, whole hog barbecue,” and side dishes such as “mussels cooked under the pig.”"

"Buxton Hall Barbeque – this place is a celebration of the time-honored tradition of pit cooked, whole-hog, slow cooked barbeque and it’s fantastic. Most of their sides are cooked under the slow roast pork giving it that perfect flare. Of course, don’t forget to try a couple appetizers, we loved the smoked mussels and pimento cheese."

"copper crown is a neighborhood bistro in East Asheville, offering their take on New American cuisine with a nod to New Orleans standards. Their menu is updated often to reflect what is new and fresh in the kitchen. Their cuisine pays homage to New Orleans, Italy and the American south while also utilizing the relationships that they have built with local farmers over the years."

"One of the newer Thai food restaurants in Asheville on our bucket list, we cannot wait to try Thai Pearl. Located in West Asheville — along with curries, rice, soups, and salads — they also serve fresh oysters. Notably, Chef May trained and cooked at The Royal Palace in Bangkok, Thailand."

"You will find all the traditional flavors you love and some newer, fun flavors, like cinnamon bun, dreamsicle, and green apple. There are dipped cones and more toppings than you can count, so that you can create your own original ice cream masterpiece!. This place also makes homemade nostalgic desserts, such as funnel cakes, beignets, shaved ice, and much more!"

"A post shared by Asheville Eats & Drinks🍻🌮🔥 (@ashevilleeatss). 10th Muse Comfort Foods offers caffeine, donuts and ice cream at their shop on Patton Avenue west of downtown Asheville. You'll love their amazing creations including bubble waffle ice cream sundaes, milkshakes, funnel cakes, fried oreos and coffee latte shakes."

"A post shared by Maranda (@marandaaaaa23) on Aug 10, 2018 at 6:58am PDT. After a day of exploring downtown Asheville, savor the house-made gelatos and sorbettos at Asheville Chocolate in downtown. The shop serves classic Italian flavors such as Stracciatella Gelato and Lemon Sorbetto alongside its own creations such as Smore’s Gelato and Blueberry Lavender Sorbetto."

"Yes, Asheville Chocolate specializes in truffles, but the acclaimed shop offers so much more. When you want a treat that will help you cool down, you’ll feel compelled to order a scoop of gelato. Featuring creamy milk sourced from local grass-fed cows, this delicacy is sure to please."

"Hours: Sunday & Monday 12pm-6pm, Wednesday & Thursday 10am-10pm and Friday & Saturday 10am-11pm (Closed Tuesdays). (formerly Chocolate Gems) offers handcrafted truffles, local gelato and decadent drinks. https://www.avlchocolate.com"

"The Chemist (Distillery) | Address: 151 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA For an unforgettable sunset view, head to Black Balsam Knob trail in Pisgah National Forest. It’s only about a 1-1.5 hour drive from Asheville, then a 10-15 minute easy hike to the summit, which boasts amazing views into the surrounding ridges and valleys below. In the summer, you can set out a picnic blanket and enjoy the last few rays of golden light to end your trip in the most beautiful way."

"The first women’s cultural museum in Southeast United States the ‘aSHEville Museum’ documents significant exhibits regarding the evolution and lifestyle of women. The exhibits comprises of diverse and rich stories, facts, narratives, and visual imagery of experiences of women and girls from throughout the world. There’s a section which shows the lifestyle of Appalachian ...Read more"

"Bring your family to this exploratory science museum and experience in downtown Asheville!. At the Asheville Museum of Science, you’ll find fully interactive exhibits. Be like a geologist in the Colburn Hall of Minerals, discover topography with the Terra Box elevation simulator, dig for fossils and splash in the French Broad River water table!"

"Just a few miles from Biltmore is this very different kind of mansion. James McConnell Smith commissioned the house in the 1840s, having it built out of brick. Building with brick was almost unheard of at the time, a signified of his wealth."