A guide to Michelin, James Beard-winning restaurants in Asheville
ASHEVILLE - Where to eat and drink is a top question for tourists and locals in Asheville, and narrowing down the options can feel overwhelming. It's a good problem to have and speaks to the diversity and the volume of long-running to newer establishments that collectively have made the city a world-class destination for food, beverages and outstanding hospitality. Asheville has been awarded Michelin Stars and other high honors by the Michelin Guide, a global travel companion. This follows another James Beard Award win for Western North Carolina, national and international medals for breweries, wine glass laurels for restaurants and wineries. In 2025, the Michein Guide introduced the American South into its global awards program, with 15 restaurants in Asheville making the list. Little Chango, Luminosa and Mother were among this year's 59 Bib Gourmand earners. The Michelin guide recommended 184 American South restaurants, including 12 in Asheville. The famed Emeril's restaurant in New Orleans retained its two-Michelin-star distinction. The James Beard Foundation's 2026 Restaurant and Chef Awards included a win for a Leicester farmer.
gepubliceerd : Gisteren door Tiana Kennell, Asheville Citizen Times in Travel Lifestyle
ASHEVILLE - Where to eat and drink is a top question for tourists and locals in Asheville, and narrowing down the options can feel overwhelming. It's a good problem to have and speaks to the diversity... [7416 symbols]
