Friends of Around Town Massage

At Around Town Massage, we think of ourselves as ambassadors to Asheville and we love sharing our favorite places with you.  Here are some of favorites right now – they change you know!

At the top of the list you’ll find the most outstanding places in Asheville to base yourself while you explore Asheville.  Check out our Specials page to see the discount you receive from us for staying with our Friends.

We LOVE our locally owned restaurants – here are a few you can’t go wrong with.

Asheville Accommodations

Restaurants

Limones-Providing an inspirational mix of Mexican and Californian cuisine.  Wonderfully mixed drinks!around the corner from the Fine Arts Theatre

13 Eagle Street                       Downtown
828-252-2327

Rezaz & Enoteca-Mediterranean consisting of cuisine from North Africa, Italy, Spain, Morocco and the Middle East.  Classy and Classic!

28 Hendersonville Rd           Biltmore Village
828-277-1510

Salsa’s-A funky blend of fresh Mexican and Caribbean flavors, offering innovative cuisine. Organic and vegetarian fares are available. Great food – large portions!

6 Patton Avenue                     Pack Square
828-252-9805

Posana - If you are looking for gluten free AND good food, you’ll want drop into Posana Cafe. Breakfast, lunch and dinner!

1 Biltmore Ave                         Pack Square
828-505-3969

Nona Mia – A favorite of locals – off the beaten downtown path.  Located in West Asheville – well worth the trip!  Providing a genuine Italian American “soul food”!

1050 Haywood Rd              West Asheville
828-505-2028

Mela Indian Restaurant-Offering authentic North and South Indian cuisine in a sumptuous setting.

70 No. Lexington Ave              Downtown
828-255-8880

Jerusalem Garden Café-Dine under the tent and experience Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine at it’s best.  Belly dancing and live music Thur-Sat.

78 Patton Ave                           Downtown
828-254-0255

Sunny Point Café-Whether you are in the mood for breakfast, lunch or dinner, Sunny Point will dazzle you with local flavors that come through in creative and delicious dishes.

629 Haywood Road                  West Asheville
828-252-0055

Early Girl Eatery-Serving a wide variety of delicious southern dishes that’ll please every palette.

8 Wall Street                                Downtown
828-259-9292

Mamacita’s Mexican Grill-Serving up fresh, made from scratch Mexican cuisine. Specializing in hand-crafted burritos, huge  salads, quesadillas, Baja-style fish tacos and several vegetarian options.

77 Biltmore Avenue                     Downtown
828-255-8080

French Broad Chocolate Lounge
Serving, opulent sipping chocolates (we call them liquid truffles), house-made pastries, or a customized box of organic truffles. Enjoy locally brewed Pisgah beers on draft, small production wines, coffee and teas.

10 So. Lexington Ave                 West Asheville
828-252-4181

Grove Park Inn–Drinks on the Terrace at Sunset

Bistro 1896–Appetizers, drinks and people watching

Other Interests

Events – Check out Exploreasheville.com for an extensive list of area attractions and activities.

Brews! – Asheville has surpassed Portland in the  independent brewery scene.  On any given day, about 50 local beers can be enjoyed in Asheville, served on draft and in bottles.   Wedge, Highland, Green Man, Craggie…and more!- Check them out!

Music – Orange Peel; Jack of the Wood; Westville Pub – to name a few places;  Drum Circle – every Friday spring, summer & fall

Always make sure you pick up a free Mountain Express or Take 5 for more restaurant, music, pub and nightlife options. Published every Wednesday.