Bargello

Elisa was a total class act! She was on top of all of our needs. We couldn't ask for better service. The octopus starter was cooked perfectly & was delicious. My pumpkin ravioli was so delicious & hubby's short ribs were scrumptious. My mocktail was also very delicious. 10/10 date night

This is long overdue review of our fantastic experience at Bargello. In the beginning of October, my gf and I made a 7:15pm reservation for my birthday. We are so glad we did. Tiffany and Kyle (Beverage Director) were amazing and so personable. We ended up staying until closing time enjoying the amazing food (Mussels, Prime Short Rib, dessert platter) and conversation. We will no doubt be back and will remember this restaurant for years to come. Thank you for your time and connection, -Ryan and Marie

Amazing wine list. Really non-pretentious for the amazing quality of food and service. The trout with lentils was amazing as was the shrimp with polenta and lamb dish. Great food and service. Really impressed with this place.

Food here is amazing! I have no idea why they don’t get as much press as some of our other restaurants. It’s our only upscale Mediterranean spot and would be the best if there were 100 others. Quality, selection, portions, service, amazing bar. Such a good dining option!

My husband and I visited Asheville for the first time this weekend. Unfortunately, this was our least favorite place we ate at. The service was incredible and the atmosphere was good, but the food was a significant let down. The calamari was good, but barely lukewarm. My husband’s pasta had incredible flavor, but was also barely lukewarm. I got the lobster risotto and while it was hot, it hardly had any flavor and the lobster was a bit rubbery. Price wise, dinner here was not at all worth it and we will not be returning next time we are back.

This is TRULY a hidden Gem downtown for sure! This restaurant has the most amazing food down & the customer service & experience is out of this world… They really need to Promote this restaurant more… During our vacation; we have eaten here 3 times out of 7 days for Dinner and twice for breakfast! And no we did not stay here in the hotel… However; the reviews were damn near 5 star rated— which was correctly rated!!! We will definitely come back again to eat here on our next vacation in the area… Note to corporate: Better Promotion b/c this place is tooooo good to missed out on…

Food was pretty pricy but delicious. Had the agnolotti which had pumpkin ravioli with sausage and butternut squash, Brussels sprouts. Delicious fall flavors! The short rib and polenta were to die for. Also the trout with lentils was amazing!

I really liked it. Everything was tasty, every sauce, shaving and sliver was a burst of flavor. I ordered an obvious goody, the short rib. But the tasting plates were excellent. They have a good Sangiovese wine, which is a plus for me. And their cocktails are works of art. Subtle and not sweet at all.

We enjoyed Thanksgiving dinner here. It was a joy food was delicious, served professionally and with great hospitality. Sydney was pleasant and knowledgeable. The Wine list had abundant choices at all price points, something you do not see very often these days.

We went to Bargello for dinner with a big group! Overall the experience was good with very nice staff and great atmosphere! Vegetarian food wise, it was alright. We tried the primavera pasta, torteletti, and the peach arugula pizza. They tasted fine, but not memorable or very flavorful. We really liked the watermelon feta salad and we also liked the tiramisu for dessert but overall I think everything could've used more flavor. Overall, nice place for ambiance and a nice dinner.

Bargello is located on the inside of the Kimpton Hotel Arras. We dined in for breakfast and the experience was just okay. I started off with an OJ, it was very pricey at $7. For our meals we split the avocado toast and arepas. The food was average. I've heard that this spot is better for dinner.

We been eating our butts off in Asheville and Bargello was yet another winner in town. The food and wine selection was great. The short rib pizza and fries were great. The Caeser salad was fab as well. The service was amazing to boot. Great location, great everything. And (cherry on top) Santa and Mrs. Claus were there tonight! #WINNING

We stopped here late one night on a whim and boy were we glad we did l. A great take on new Italian. Everything was fabulous.

Wow wow what an amazing farm to table restaurant in our hotel. The food was do amazing we ate there 3 days for breakfast. I had the avacado toast and yogurt with freshly made granola and berries. The juice is freshly squeezed to. Went gor dinner got the kale cesaer salasd, burrata salad, margherita pizza and cacio y pepe made with fresh pasta. The breads and pizza are made in house. The place is amazing!

As guests at Kimpton hotel Arras, our party of 4 had breakfast vouchers worth about $76. We used it for a leisurely monday morning breakfast before departing from Asheville. Asheville has so many great breakfast places to choose from so my expectations here were on the lower side, but i was pleasantly surprised. Our voucher availed us 4 dishes and 4 coffees. I could substitute side of potatoes with fresh fruits and the cappuccino was excellent. Friendly service was a cherry on top. I would like to try their dinner menu next time.

Our family of 10 had dinner there just after Christmas. The food and service was fabulous. Our table was ready and our drink order was taken quickly We shared the octopus,tapa plate and hummus as appetizers Each was delicious Probably the best hummus I've ever had. Daughter had mussels. She said they were cooked perfectly and loved the sauce and bread Grandson had a margarita pizza. Personal size and loved it. Fresh ingredients and tender crust fresh mozzarella Granddaughter had salad and said it was very fresh and delicious 2 kids has kid burgers and they were big and couldn't finish them. Nice hot fries Adults had bucatini with mushroom sauce and pepper. ( cacao e Pepe) Very generous portion and nice sauce and flavor Served Al dente Others had Agnollotti. A dish made with cheese filled pasta ,squash ,Italian sausage and a few other wonderful ingredients. Amazing. I really recommend this one All the meals were served at the same time and came hot which enhanced the experience Service was prompt and knowledgeable The atmosphere is very Asheville upscale but relaxed Easy parking across the street in a parking garage A wonderful experience

My husband & I visited this restaurant on Valentine's Day. The food was good. We enjoy visiting new places & trying different foods & flavor. This was a new experience for us. We got in around 8 and we got the 4 course valentine dinner. The food is different but, very good. We went here on Valentine's Day for breakfast & dinner. We will definitely return.

Terrific little joint in the lobby of the Kimpton Arras. Mediterranean/Italian fare in an upscale space with an open kitchen and laidback Asheville vibes. Pizza was a high-end artisan/brick oven type of deal and really hit the spot. The Salmon Benny was a 10/10 elite brunch plate. Great service too! Highly recommended.

Bargello was highly recommended and it did not disappoint!! Also, love the atmosphere. Located inside the Kimpton Hotel it has same chic trendy vibe that is downtown Asheville. The pizza was a delicious as we were told it was. It is a limited menu, but definitely worth indulging in one of the delicious choices. The service was spot on!

Located inside the old BB&T building, cute interior on first floor. Went at 6:00 on a Saturday night and we were one of three tables. As we were there for a while, it started to get busier. Went during restaurant week. Food was really good. Plan to go back and try the regular menu another time. There is a parking deck with AC Hotel across the street that is very convenient.

Bargello is located inside the Arras Hotel on the first floor. The restaurant got its name from the tapestries and upholstery that use Florentine needlepoint. The layout is really nice as it is an open concept and an open kitchen. I got the best table with a full view of the kitchen. The tall ceilings and all the windows let in a lot of natural light. They did a good job of spacing the tables out so it didn't get too loud. Matthew was my server and very friendly and made this a memorable meal. The menu has a Mediterranean flair to it. I started with the Grilled Spanish Octopus. I wasn't quite sure about the octopus as I had never had it before. But Bargello cooked it well and brought other flavors to compliment it. Then I had the bucatini cacio e pepe. Bargello makes the pasta in house. Originally I had planned to try a pizza as they have the hearth oven but I already had pizza that day so pasta it was. I liked that there was some space between the appetizer and the entree and that the entree didn't come out until I was finished with the appetizer. Even with the nice gap in between courses it was a lot of pasta so I left with some for another meal. I finished with the house made S'mores ice cream as I did need something sweet. They also had a cantaloupe sorbet that was tempting too but the chocolate won out that night. I will definitely dine at Bargello again.

We came for a 7 pm reservation on a Saturday and it wasn't really busy. We enjoyed salmon salad, margherita pizza., broccolini, grits and salmon salad. Grits were really yummy and everything else was fine. Pasta is homemade. We also enjoyed a bottle of wine. Server was friendly. Interior was bright.

We had a delicious brunch here of donut holes, avocado toast and hot honey chicken. Coffee was great too (pumpkin spice lattes). Wonderful service! Beautiful aesthetic as well. Located inside a hotel.

The food here was actually quite delicious but the service ruined our experience. Our server, I believe his name was Matt, started off on a good foot- he seemed nice. But as our dinner went on, we realized he was trying to rope in some girl who was dining at the same time as us. He did not come around for ridiculous periods of time- we had empty drinks and water glasses most of our dinner. And SHOCKER, everytime I look to see where this guy is- he's taking to this girl instead of working. It was just crazy unprofessional. We didn't bring it up to managment as we just wanted to get out of there and it didn't seem like anyone cared to be working there. Food was surprisingly tasty, esp the octopus and the pasta with zucchini noddles. But I wouldn't go back to this place because of the horrible service. It wasn't a cheap meal by any means and we didn't appreciate the lack of service we received.

Dropped by for dinner. Had the Moroccan Carrot Salad and the Bucatini Cacio e Pepe. Service, atmosphere and food, summed up in one word: Exquisite. I'll be back.

The food was good and service was also good. The food was a little slow getting out to us but it was hot and delicious upon arrival..It was the perfect compliment to a fabulous hotel stay!

We had brunch here before checking out and it was really good. The avocado toast was a big portion and I loved the pickled onions. I added an egg and it was perfect. The French toast was also really good and a huge portion.

This place was delicious! You must order the bread!!! We weren't going to at first so only ordered 1 order (we were 8 people) we ended up getting another 2 orders. We had the special pizza (it had duck) the kale salade, a pasta dish and so many more ... everything was delicious.

We loved celebrating our anniversary at Bargello! Our server Tiffany was wonderful, food was delicious, drinks amazing. They even gave us a glass of champagne to start our evening. Overall, awesome experience and we were very glad to visit! Thanks for everything!!!!

I stayed at the hotel and went here for breakfast one day. Clyde greeted me and could not have been nicer. When I told him it was my first time in Asheville, he spent some time with me sharing things about the city. He is a true asset to this restaurant and what made it five stars for me. I did enjoy my food and the rest of the service as well. I got the breakfast sandwich and would recommend it.

During COVID, the restaurant, inside the Kimpton Hotel, has done a great job of social distancing tables and all the wait staff followed the necessary protocol. Sadly, they weren't really attentive to the tables. With regards to the food, our table had the Mafaldine Ragu (great flavor, just could have used a little more sauce since the pasta was so robust) and the Rabbit Porchetta with F&S Garganelli (really unique taste, however not quite what I would call a pasta dish. Very small amount of pasta and an overall same dish). For dessert, the Apple and Miso was very unique, and for the chocolate-lover, the Brownie Sundae fit the bill.

The place was very nice. It was great not to have to leave the hotel. The atmosphere was very pleasant and relaxing. The staff was happy and very accommodating. There was social distancing. The staff was masked. The service was quick. Everything was hot and delicious. The farmers breakfast was more than enough. Eggs, potatoes, sausage and a biscuit all made fresh.. I also ordered a side of bacon it was cooked to perfection, crispy. That was the spot for breakfast and very moderately priced. See you again soon.

Went here for brunch with the family. I didn't realize it was going to be brunch but it was fine. We were their last brunch table before they closed to set up for dinner. Not the ideal time to go to a restaurant but there we were. Our server, TJ, came over immediately. He took our drink order and recommended a couple menu items. When he returned he asked if we wanted some pastries they had. Who turns down pastries?! They were delicious. We placed our orders and the food came out quickly. Ok, we were the only people there. Let me tell you, it was so good! Everything was fresh and tasty. Our drinks were never empty. My son even commented on how good the pickles were. We'd definitely go back here.

Best meal we had in Asheville. We did takeout and ate it at the hotel, but everything was served with great detail and cooked to perfection. We will definitely be back! We had the burrata, wow (5/5) I loved all the little things in it, the Cacio Pepe (5/5) and the Ragú pasta (5/5). Just delicious!

Bargello has finally opened inside the Arras Hotel. We went on a Thursday and the place was lively but not too crowded. It has a beautiful modern decor and is bright and airy. As appetizers, we ordered the fried romanesco, that came with a tasty red pesto. That was really excellent. We also ordered the beet salad, with red and golden beets, grapefruit sections and goat cheese. That was good but a little on the common side. Then we had the cacio e pepe pasta and the meat ragu pasta that I forgot the name. Both were outstanding! house made, perfect texture and perfect seasoning. I also ordered the "Mountain Air" a cocktail that resembles a French 75. Service was good, everybody was friendly and on top of their game. We didn't have room for dessert but will make sure we get them next time since they looked really good.

Bargello is inside the Hotel Indigo in downtown Asheville overlooking Pack square. What a great find! There's a bar on one side of the lobby and Bargello on the other side. Open kitchen, glass walls and nice lighting. My server, Stephanie, was absolutely terrific with recommendations and conversation. I chose the grouper, served over a flavorful lentil and bean stew - it was fabulous.

This restaurant was nice! Great food and service. It is located in the kimpton hotel. Breakfast was absolutely delicious and filling. Pineapple juice is also really good.

Service was prompt and the server did a great job explaining the dishes. Food was beautiful and tasty! We would definitely go back again.

We ate here a few years ago and had an absolutely amazing experience. The food was so good and the drinks were brilliant. We had dinner here last night with high expectations. The porthole cocktail was no longer available. Bummer. The food lacked flavor. My wife had a pizza (mehhh). We shared a salad and it was good. I ordered the paella $37. It was sad. They used basmati rice instead of Spanish paella rice. The rice choice sucked and it had zero flavor. The seafood in the dish was just ok. We won't be back.

Excellent food and fantastic service from this Kimpton hotel restaurant. For resident guests, they offer room service orders via an app, and it arrives really fast. Main restaurant has more entree offerings, and the bar has a more relaxed menu with pizzas. Breakfast is delicious - don't miss it if you're in the mood for fresh, local ingredients and a delicious pot of coffee. Staff is masked and has solid cleaning and distancing protocols in place. Highly recommended.

Amazing restaurant Bargello occupies the northeast corner of the Kimpton Hotel Arras along Broadway Avenue. Restaurant was difficult to locate. This Mediterranean restaurant did not disappoint. The ambiance was amazing. The noise level was moderate high. The wine selections were absolutely amazing and pleasing to our tastebuds. Each and ever single dish we ordered was super fresh and delightful. From the Grilled Spanish octopus to the Peo mussels to the CAPPELLINI ALLE VONGOLE were super fresh and tasty. Hats off the to five gold start team of chefs and staff. They did an excellent job of pacing with each dish. The wait staff were super friendly and knowledgeable with their recommendations. We highly recommend this location for a romantic dinging experience. This restaurant sets the the bar on every aspect of executing a well dining experience for any guest out of town. If you make reservations to this place it will not disappoint you based on the food excellence and the superb service provided.

Bargello never disappoints.. the service is great and the food is the best I have had in recent memory!

Really??? You charged us a dollar for an ice cube. Come on! We spent $137 on a meal for two and you charged us $1 for an ice cube. Hard to believe. We are local and typically dine here weekly. This is something new. Disappointed. And fix the fire pit, please

Kelly was so awesome! Helpful and gave us great info on the dishes. She was great. great entrees and great shareable plates. The fries and the ravioli were wonderful.

It's located right in the center of downtown Asheville. The ambiance is spectacular. The bar and restaurant have about a 30' ceiling giving this place an enormous feel. A very upscale restaurant, you'll be impressed with the service. We had a server named "Hunter" and we were relentless, all night. His service was impressive and the food was to match. I had the ribs, which were all meat, with no bone. Truly unique. Everything was excellent, right down to their fresh coffee and their desserts. A definite must go if you want quality food.

This place was an unexpected gem. I generally assume hotel restaurants will be overpriced for their quality, but this place delivered. We had the buratta and the carrot salad. Both were perfectly spiced, and the portions easily justified the price. We continued with the cacio e pepe, which was perfectly balanced. Finally the lamb torchon. The lamb was just barely too dry; the spanakorizo was new to me and I found it to be a perfect accompaniment. I found myself wanting to go back for more, but unfortunately my schedule wouldn't allow it.

I love nothing more than ordering a delicious glass of Tempranillo (and the pours here are quite generous) and sitting outside to people watch over Pack Square. The service is always great, and the corn fritters are divine!

We had an amazing dinner at Bargello. They were so sweet and accommodating to our 11 month old baby. Steph, our server, was so kind, wonderful, and attentive to us. She made a great dinner very special by giving us excellent service. The food was delicious! We enjoyed everything we ordered, especially the Halloumi Salad, Scallops and Ravioli. They have a great, accessible wine list and wr enjoyed every cocktail we ordered. We highly recommend Bargello.

Bargello is a beautiful restaurant, and we have been twice and had great service both times. The menu is small, and not a lot of options for a vegetarian. When we visited for brunch, the portions were large, but when we asked for a mimosa, they were unable to give us one because the bar wasn't open yet. This was at 11:30 on a Friday morning. When we visited another time for dinner, the service was again good, but the food was very salty.

Bargello has Asheville's best cacio e pepe. This deceptively simple dish (I know -- I've tried and failed to make it properly a number of times) uses just four or five items -- pasta, peppercorns, Pecorino and/or Parmesan Reggiano cheese, olive oil and salt. Prepared properly, it is wonderful, and that's exactly how it is a Bargello, the Hotel Arras' main restaurant. Bargello (pronounced bar-jello) uses a thick spaghetti. The menu says bucatini, which has a small hole in the oversize spaghetti strands. (Some use spaghettoni, a large spaghetti without the hole, instead.) This is absolutely the best cacio e pepe ($17) in Western North Carolina and better than some I've had in Roma. Our first course was seafood -- the grilled octopus with apple and fennel salad and charred potatoes ($16), which makes an excellent starter or antipasto. With my cacio e pepe my companion had the Maiale pizza ($16, personal size) from the brick hearth oven. This was fine, but not exceptional. We wouldn't come back for the pizza. The high-ceiling dining room is pleasant, and service on a fairly slow night was excellent. Our cocktails and wine were good. Cocktails were mostly $12 to $15, with wine by the glass from $9, local craft beers $7. The tab for two including tax and tip came to about $135.

Matt Stevens was fantastic. He managed our group of 12 with grace, patience and maturity. And when we invited him into our conversation, he joined in just right. Food wonderful as always. Wine cellar a great spot for special dinners. I will use it again!

Beyond five stars. Delicious meal with exceptional service. The Pork Belly starter was perfection. Halibut entree was prepared nicely. Dessert was excellent. Our server Matthew was attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. He told us he would make regulars out of us and he DID! We will be back!

The breakfasts here are amazing. Large portions, served piping hot. I had the Garden Omelette (both days) and my husband had French Toast. The breakfast potatoes are crisp with a little spice and when you substitute for fruit, you get a cereal bowl full of fresh berries and oranges. We were served by Erin and Keisha and they were remarkable. Professional and friendly, they checked on us just the right amount. Also, their coffee is delicious. Can't wait to go back!

Bottom line is you can't find better food in Asheville. I have been here for seven years and the food here was absolutely exquisite. The staff were so accommodating to my food allergies and made sure my family and I had an excellent evening. The trout was full of flavor and the lentils were unlike anything I have ever tasted. I also tried my boyfriends pasta - the steak on it must have been marinated for days. Sooooo yummy. Not a lot of people seem to know about this place so we had almost the whole restaurant to ourselves! My only complaint - and - it's barely a complaint would be that the bathroom was difficult to find. Staff are amazing, food is exquisite, restaurant is beautiful. 5/5 stars.

Bargello has a good breakfast and Dinner. Tonight we had Scallops, Ragu and the Paella. They we all very good.

This was a last minute reservation for me and my family but what a stroke of of luck! I appreciated the seasonal menu- when I went in November, items include lots of pumpkin dishes and a really delicious pear salad. I will be back!

I'm usually wary about eating at hotel restaurants but the menu for this place was enticing so I decided to try it. Upon entering, the host was incredibly friendly and cheery which made for a nice welcome and good start to the visit. The atmosphere was light and airy, which made for a pleasant morning as I went to this place for a mid-morning brunch. The food was incredibly fresh and flavorful-- there was not a bad dish in sight! The sandwiches looked to-die-for and the cappuccino was one of the best I've had. The eggs Florentine consisted of one of the best English muffins I've had a tomato compote that was packed with flavor. The short rib hash was well seasoned, hearty, and comforting. As a sweet finish, the doughnut holes were exactly what the meal needed. I loved how the doughnut holes were slightly sweet but had a bitter and salty finish that provided a good balance of flavor. Overall, the food was slightly overpriced but I really enjoyed my visit and would definitely go again.