Perched atop the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Asheville, Pillar Rooftop Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere with panoramic views of the city and Blue Ridge Mountains. The menu features Southern fusion small plates, seasonal cocktails, and a curated selection of local beers and sustainable wines. Guests can enjoy the outdoor fire pit or the indoor ambiance inspired by America's industrial roots. The bar hosts live music on Fridays and Saturdays, creating a lively setting for both locals and visitors.

Located in Asheville's South Slope District, Daddy Mac's Down Home Dive offers a modern take on Southern hospitality. The menu, inspired by owner Dave McFarland's grandparents, features made-from-scratch dishes like the Bar-B-Cue-Terie Board and Mama's Got Mac mac n cheese skillets. The space is casual and welcoming, with live music on weekends and a selection of local craft beers and cocktails. It's a great spot to catch your favorite sports games.

Hidden behind Hi-Wire Brewing's South Slope location, The Tiki Easy Bar is Asheville's secret island escape. This speakeasy-style bar offers a menu of classic and contemporary tiki cocktails crafted with fresh juices, premium spirits, and world-class syrups. The intimate space is adorned with bamboo and thatch, creating a cozy atmosphere that transports you to a tropical paradise. Known for its extensive collection of rare and antique rums—the largest in North Carolina—this bar is a haven for rum enthusiasts. Whether you're seeking a laid-back evening or an adventurous night out, The Tiki Easy Bar provides a unique and memorable experience.

Highland Brewing Company, established in 1994, is Asheville's original craft brewery, pioneering the city's vibrant beer scene. Situated on a 40-acre hilltop campus, the brewery offers a spacious taproom featuring their full lineup of year-round and seasonal beers. The expansive grounds include an outdoor meadow with picnic tables, live music, and a playground, creating a family-friendly atmosphere. For those seeking more active pursuits, the property boasts sand volleyball courts and an 18-hole disc golf course. Highland Brewing Company is also committed to sustainability, operating with one of the largest solar arrays among American craft breweries.

Nestled in a restored 1920s bus depot, Cúrate Bar de Tapas brings the vibrant flavors of Spain to downtown Asheville. Helmed by Chef Katie Button and hospitality leader Félix Meana, the restaurant offers an all-Spanish wine list and a menu of traditional tapas crafted with local Appalachian ingredients. The open kitchen adds to the lively atmosphere, making it a must-visit for those seeking an authentic Spanish dining experience.

Perched atop the DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville Downtown, The Montford Rooftop Bar offers panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and downtown Asheville. The space combines modern sophistication with rustic charm, featuring an indoor lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows and a west-facing outdoor terrace. The menu showcases seasonally driven craft cocktails, local beers, and Southern-inspired small plates sourced from nearby farms and artisans. Reservations are highly recommended, especially during sunset hours.

Located in a historic 1920s bank vault in downtown Asheville, Rankin Vault Cocktail Lounge has been a local favorite since 2008. Known for its creative, seasonally rotating cocktail menu featuring fresh ingredients, the lounge is particularly celebrated for its house Margarita and Specialty Martinis. The food menu emphasizes farm-fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with the standout Vault Burger made from 100% grass-fed beef from Hickory Nut Gap. The space features a custom walnut bar, local draft beers, and a patio seating area. The original bank vault, built by the Mosler Safe Company in the 1920s, offers unique seating for groups.

Hi-Wire Brewing's RAD Beer Garden in Asheville's River Arts District is a spacious 25,233 sq. ft. venue that combines a distribution center with a vibrant taproom and outdoor beer garden. The beer garden features nine upcycled shipping containers adorned with murals, offering both indoor and covered outdoor seating for over 350 guests. The taproom boasts 24 taps showcasing Hi-Wire's diverse beers, including flagships, seasonals, and specialties, alongside cocktails and non-alcoholic options. Guests can enjoy games like ping pong, cornhole, shuffleboard, and pinball, with plans for golf simulators in the future. Food trucks are regularly on-site, and outside food is welcome. The venue is pet and family-friendly, with free parking available. After reopening in May 2025 following significant flood damage, the RAD Beer Garden continues to be a lively gathering spot in Asheville.

Wicked Weed Brewing's Brewpub, located at 91 Biltmore Ave in Asheville, is the original home of the brewery, offering a full-service restaurant, downstairs taproom, bottle shop, and the original 15-barrel brewery. The upstairs restaurant features elevated pub fare, 28 beer offerings, wine, and creative cocktails, complemented by a dog-friendly patio. The downstairs taproom provides a more casual experience with up to 28 award-winning beers, a full pub menu, and spacious outdoor seating overlooking the brewery operations. The bottle shop upstairs offers a selection of Wicked Weed merchandise and to-go beer.

Hi-Wire Brewing's original location in Asheville's South Slope district is a cozy spot known for its rotating selection of sour and wild ales, along with small-batch specialties. The taproom features 20 unique beers on tap, including flagship, seasonal, and specialty brews. A mural-covered space with both indoor and outdoor seating, it's also home to The Tiki Easy Bar, a hidden speakeasy offering tropical cocktails and a vast rum collection. Food options include Gleezy Hot Dogs, with outside food welcome.