Nine Mile

Caribbean restaurant · Asheville

Nine Mile

Caribbean restaurant · Asheville

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233 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

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Caribbean Italian fusion with vegetarian options  

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233 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

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233 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Get directions

+1 828 505 3121
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The 2022 Eater Carolinas Holiday Gift Guide, North and South Carolina - Eater Carolinas

"For those who love a bit of heat, Asheville-based Caribbean restaurant Nine Mile has bottled its flavors for home consumption. The Trinity package includes bottles of Red-i (chipotles and fire-roasted tomatoes), Hempress Rising (tomatillos and jalapenos), and Sun is Shining (mango, ginger, and curry). Even if your giftee doesn’t cook, these sauces can kick up takeout from Indian fare to tacos." - Erin Perkins

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E&C Cox

Google
Uh, you gotta eat here. Review over. Lol. I had the Soul Rebel and it was phenomenal. The textures and flavors were excellent. The mint green tea was a perfect drink for a hot day. All our meals were amazing.

Lockie Hunter

Google
We have been coming to 9 mile since my children were little, and now they are in college. So many many years of visits. This last experience was a little underwhelming though. We know it’s a busy place, and the host was excellent, but the server was almost nonexistent. My son was quick to point out that she refilled our water once and was not there much but was very quick to arrive to get the check and pick up the credit card. Other than that, we did not see her much at all. The other thing that was a little underwhelming was the margarita, I really didn’t finish it. We drank about a third of it. It was heavily orange juiced and really sour. I know it’s a batch cocktail, and I’ve had it there before, but maybe this batch was off? It just was so sour and orangey that again, we really didn’t drink it. I switched to red wine. Our food was good, but it wasn’t wonderful. I had the tuna, which in the past has been fine, but in this instance I found several stringy pieces that were really hard to chew, so about a third of that was an issue as well. Again, I’ve not had this issue with the tuna in the past. The salads were good, I love that spicy dressing, and could just put it on everything. And, of course, the natty bread was up to its usual excellence. I really wish they would bring back the ‘soon come’ dish or an equivalent, because it is a favorite of my family, but I know that dish has been gone for years. I still love the fact that they have so many options such as the zucchini noodles for gluten sensitivity, and they are really wonderful with allergies and switching things out if you are a vegetarian or vegan or any sort of combination. They are really lovely about that. But overall, our impression was… Again, underwhelming. Between the spotty service and the chewy tuna and the really sour cocktail, it just wasn’t a great experience this time. We are accustomed to the long wait, and we will often just walk around the block and enjoy the day. We love the loud festival atmosphere, and none of that was a problem. The real issue was in the elements that I mentioned above. We also understand that since Covid and the hurricane, it’s tricky to find good help and it’s tricky to resource items, and so we have really been trying to go to our favorite local restaurants and eat out even more than we normally do to make sure everybody gets back on their feet, and we are usually very patient with issues, especially post – hurricane, but this experience was just Sort of….meh.

WG Jr.

Google
First dining experience on our visit to AVL. Much like everything else here there is a distinct and artsy vide to this place. Small and intimate, I’d guess that this place could seat 50 people including bar tops. Walking in you’re greeted with all sorts of aromas, the kind that made me immediately think I was in for a treat. ::spoiler alert:: i was! We were waiting for a friend to join us and a table to become available so we headed over to the bar to grab a drink. Plenty of local beers, wines, and cocktails available. After about a 20 minute wait we were sat by the nicest server I’ve ever had. I wish I got his name but he gave Danny Tanner vibes (with all due respect). Danny gave us all his recommendations and he did not miss! The only reason I rated food 4 out of 5 is for the same reason I would knock most Caribbean food stateside. Traditional Caribbean food, especially Jerk, is often reliant on pimento wood for a distinct depth of herbaceous flavor. While the jerk at Nine Mile was good, it definitely lacked that depth. The service and staff made up for that by leaps and bounds. I would undoubtedly recommend this to anyone! The green curry in particular was phenomenal!

Alicia Kiah

Google
Deliciouss food! Highly recommend if you are visiting Asheville. Allll of the items on the menu were incredibly delicious to try. I really enjoyed the Nine Mile with jerk chicken and the salad dressings were amazing. I loved the His Majesty’s dressing, unreal .

B K

Google
I’ve personally had better Caribbean food, but I’m not mad at Nine Mile’s take on it. Everyone else in my party thoroughly enjoyed their food. I feel it fell a bit short of my expectations in terms of flavor. I ordered the One Foundation. My only critique would be a more flavorful sauce and for all dishes to be hotter in temperature. The service was great and it was a cozy atmosphere.

Kathryn Hoard

Google
Absolutely delicious. A must visit if in Asheville. I had the More Fyah! And it was incredible. Beer was tasty too.

Mark Burton

Google
Food was outstanding, had the soul rebel. Incredible! Friendliness and quality of service made us feel welcome and cared for. We ate outside, at the street side tables with our dog hanging with us

Brittney Fisher

Google
Literally one of the best restaurants I've ever been to. I don't live in the area but each time we stay in Asheville It is an absolute must. My favorite dish is the Soul rebel, and the trio of dips and chips. The service is also wonderful, everyone makes you feel right at home relaxed. Absolutely love it here and they will continue to be a staple when we visit.
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Gretchen S.

Yelp
I asked an Asheville local where I should have dinner and without skipping a beat she said "Nine Mile." She said there may be a wait but it would be worth it. She was right. Thankfully as a single diner and with some divine timing I was sat at the open kitchen bar seating as I finished getting a drink from the "get a bevy" bat. Excellent customer service, chill vibe, welcoming staff, and Amazon flavors. My only wish is that I had a someone to dine with so I could have shared an app before my meal. The Kingston 12 was delicious; just enough space for me, and I had to convince myself to take some to go so that o wouldn't be stuffed. If you aren't into shrimp you can sub the protein with chicken or tofu. Bonus, they have Ginger's Revenge Line & Agave on tap and pairs with the food in the best way possible.
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Rich M.

Yelp
If you want Rasta Pasta then this is the place to come to. The food options are extensive but not so much where you feel overwhelmed at all. This place should satisfy your Caribbean craving. Food is fresh, healthy and flavorful. Service was very nice, no one was pushy or rude and very helpful. The ambiance is has an island vibe with some cool music playing. This place is irie and we would definitely come back!

Stephen V.

Yelp
Looking for a spot that is open seven days a week, with an incredible staff and has a wide-variety of vegan-friendly and diet sensitive options, GO TO NINE MILE MONTFORD (well also all of them ). Love talking to them over the phone to order takeout, but would love to see them do online orders and/or partner with delivery in the future, but they are always so busy! Make sure to put in your order right between 4-5pm. Helps them, helps you! For vegans, my favorite is the Nine Mile, prepared vegan (you can ask about different/less cooking oils), with BOMB TOFU (currently an area of drama regarding the cuts, but in every form it's delicious), made hot/spicy, and go linguine!!!

David T.

Yelp
This place deserves 6 stars. The service was amazing, Emily, the manager and our server, was attentive and very courteous. The ambiance was very chill and relaxing, the Reggae music added to the experience. The food was beyond delicious. I had the Nolan and my wife had the Kingston 12, both dishes were unique and wonderful in their own way We are looking forward to the leftovers for lunch tomorrow. At the bar we met Bastien, heck of a nice guy, and enjoyed chatting with him for a while. All in all the food, the mood and the atmosphere was far better than we expected. This has become our new go to place in Asheville.
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Marie O.

Yelp
Thoroughly enjoyed this Caribbean Italian fused restaurant. When I heard about it I thought that was preposterous, until I tried it. The flavors were great and it just worked. You'll love their jerk chicken and their fried plantains. They perfectly cook their rice and their menu is just so fun. The food here is not boring at all. It will be a regular place for us.
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Madison T.

Yelp
By far my favorite restaurant in Asheville. The wait is definitely worth it! Both indoor and outdoor seating are offered. The food is always incredible, service was lovely, and environment is bustling and joyful. We ordered the Lioness appraiser, the Nolan and the nine mile entrees, topped off with local beer. The mango dressing on the salad is killer. Can't wait to come back!

Marvin O.

Yelp
I now know why it's named "Nine Mile"...they tie a chicken to a truck and drag it nine miles!...Ate here Feb 13th, 2025...my chicken was soooo...tough. the zucchini was cold and raw....the whole bowl was cold. Wifes was warm and edible, but her chicken was tough too....to their credit they did comp one dish...but it was a disappointment.
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Jenna S.

Yelp
Was visiting, and my friend took me to her favorite spot! Robust portions and plentiful vegan options - 1 serving was enough for leftovers. I spent way too long looking at the menu because everything looks really similar... I wonder if the menu was re-organized as a choose-your-own base+veg+sauce+protein if it would be easier to read.
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Charla J.

Yelp
It's the 4th of July and hubby and I decided to drive to Asheville for a quick overnight trip. We went to a popular roof restaurant that had an incredible view of the su.n setting mountains...it was BEAUTIFUL!! But for someone who struggles to find food to eat because of all of my allergies..they didn't have much to offer. So we left and the valet told us about this place up the street that sells Caribbean food...so here we are! So far the staff were very friendly and helpful...our server worked with me to find something accommodating for me to eat. When I placed my order she came back and told me that something I ordered had citrus in it and helped me find something else on the menu. So my husband ordered Cool Runnings that had Jerk Chicken, Rice and chutney/sauce with a side salad. Unfortunately, because of my allergies and food restrictions (gluten, citrus, peaches, etc) I ordered a la carte and ended up with Jerk Chicken (I don't eat a lot of chicken), steamed broccoli/cauliflower and rice. The chicken was flavorful but I really wish I could have tasted something more Caribbean (besides the chicken) since I've never eaten Caribbean food before. Of course that wasn't their fault. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his food while I took a few bites of mine.
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Jenny A.

Yelp
We came in within a half hour of closing, but weren't treated like it. ;) The food was delicious and the portions are huge. The orange balsamic dressing with my salad was amazing!
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Scott H.

Yelp
Food and service is always amazing. I can't get enough of the cool running's or the Groundation salad!
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Lili M.

Yelp
Everything from the servers to the food was incredible. Jesse was amazing and she make us feel welcomed and always acknowledge our son. Don't make me get started with the food.... Honestly, it one of the best meals we've ever had. We're from south Florida so we know thing or 2 about Caribbean food !
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Lacy H.

Yelp
This is a cute place with vibey ambiance (if you know you know). I was a little surprised that SPORTS was on the television but whatever I survived. Aside from that, very vibey. Came on a Saturday night and there was a wait so I sat at the bar. I love that there is a vegan option for almost any dish and that's what drew me in. I ordered the signature Nine Mile dish and it was really good! The bartender was nice and kind, and I would definitely come again for the food. Parking is very limited, if you're not familiar with west Asheville give yourself extra time to park.
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Kathy V.

Yelp
Good food and great service! We've wanted to have a meal here since first seeing the original location up the street from our Airbnb late summer of 2022. Their hours and popularity stopped us from being able to fit it in our schedule during that trip. But the following year on our next visit, we made it a priority to stop here for our first meal in town. In the meantime, they had opened another location or two. Cool! We arrived just as we got in to town and right as they were opening, so we were seated right away. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming, and ready with recommendations when asked. While we waited for our friends who were joining us to arrive, we got a round of drinks (lots of local beers on the menu) and an order of The Lioness appetizer (smoked gouda chipotle queso and chips). It was delicious! The meals all have some funny and interesting names, but it was hard to decide on one thing to get. Many MANY things are, or are easily made, vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, dairy free. I ended up ordering the Island in the Sea, which if I recall they were able to make (it was suggested) with a mixture of the alfredo and marinara sauces. It was tasty, and a huge serving! I had plenty to take home for a later-in-the-week re-heat. We had a great and delicious visit here and I would gladly return on a future trip to Asheville!
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Tony S.

Yelp
Finally got around to trying another local favorite: Nine Mile's original Montford location. The vibe is casual, like a real neighborhood restaurant you feel comfortable in. I was surprised that they had several draft beer selections that they brew themselves. We had their stout (very good, not too earthy and no bite) and a blond ale (nice and refreshing, with a citrusy background). We ordered the Nine Mile with jerk chicken and the tilapia-based Raggy Road. Both came with a small starter salad. The salad was very fresh but what made it really special was the jalapeno cilantro lime dressing. One of THE BEST salad dressings I've ever had. It comes with what they call natty bread, which seems like it's basically just parmesan cheese bread (but it was good in any case). The tilapia portion was large and nicely blackened with the Cajun spice rub. Tilapia is pretty much a blank slate, but they filled it out nicely with both the seasoning and the coconut chipotle sauce (excellent!). It worked well as a cream sauce over the cavatappi pasta (essentially macaroni). I've had jerk chicken many times and it can be dry. Here is was well-seasoned and very tender, and complemented by the amazing sauce of fresh fire roasted tomatoes, ginger and jalapeno peppers. You can specify spice level. I got mine medium, but the server offered a hotter sauce that they use for the next level up on the side, in case I wanted to take it up a notch. It had a little background burn as it was, but I did add a drizzle of the hot sauce. That was all it took! Their hot sauce comes on strong and very hot a minute or two after it hits your taste buds, so unless you like really hot stuff, you may want to go easy on it. I had the Nine Mile over basmati rice versus the linguine option (the rice seemed more traditional Jamaican). Both dishes had yellow squash, zucchini and onions in the sauce, and these were a wonderful addition for both flavor and heft. Our server was fantastic and provided some excellent insights and guidance re the menu. I've not had a lot of Jamaican food, but here it seemed to have some elements of fusion cuisine. The creamy macaroni had elements of Southern cuisine and some of the menu items, if you order them with pasta, could pass for "turned up" Italian cuisine. Keep that in mind if a member of your party thinks they wouldn't like Jamaican food. Given the extensive menu, there are lots of options here (so we'll definitely be back to try some more!). A final note: several people we know who have been here previously said their prices have gone up more than the 20% of so inflation over the past 2-3 years. The prices still seem reasonable IMO given the quality, number of ingredients and portion size. And remember: great staff deserve livable wages, plus nice tips. My one nit is that as of the date I'm writing this review, the prices shown on their current website are lower than the actual prices shown on the restaurant menu/as billed. I'm assuming the website just hasn't been updated -- an error, but one that should be fixed!
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Asma A.

Yelp
I truly was surprised and delighted at the same time that they offer other options that are healthier than pasta! My entree was absolutely great! I have eaten here twice and both times I have thoroughly enjoyed it! I ordered the mahi mahi curry pasta and scallop entree! Both were delicious!
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Kerry B.

Yelp
Unbelievable every single time! My only wish is that they had cocktails, but that's barely even a complaint because the menu, service, and beers are so unique and incredible. Our server, Justin, was so great that we actually thought he must have owned the place. Even though it's always packed inside (because of how delish it is), the hostess is always patient and works with you so you can get seated and is transparent about the wait. Absolutely a must try if you are in Asheville! Highly recommend the Lioness appetizer (queso) and the Soul Rebel (entree).
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Michelle F.

Yelp
It was recommended to us by our Host at Carolina Bed and Breakfast to try Nine Mile. We were so happy we gave it a try. The food was delicious and generous portions. I'm a no spice gal and it was tasty and flavorful. My husband likes spice and his was spicy and tasty. Our server, Thomas, was awesome. He gave us suggestions without being pushy, and was very helpful. The vibe was fun without being too loud. This will be our first stop if we return to Asheville. We highly recommend giving this place a try.
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Cyndi L.

Yelp
My father who is very into beer chose this place when we were visiting Asheville. Being a good sport I went along not expecting much and WOW!!!! I was actually blown away by the food. I checked the reviews and got the cool running's and it was soooo good. Also if you love Bananas get the BBC!
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Laura S.

Yelp
I had a great experience visiting on a Saturday late in the evening. We were a group of two and there was a wait, we ordered an appetizer and drinks. It took a while for someone to come take orders at the side bar. We were seated at the bar shortly after ordering drinks. The server made great and honest recommendations. We loved both of our meals and splurges on the cheesecake for dessert. The meals were very flavorful but not spicy. Large portions were served. My meal had jumbo shrimp that were perfectly cooked. I will be back next time I visit Asheville.

Charlie T.

Yelp
Nine Mile is one of, if not the best, restaurants in Asheville. This is obviously quite high praise for a city with such a rich restaurant scene, but Nine Mile absolutely delivers. It has a casual vibe to it, but food that is taken quite seriously. The biggest problem with their Caribbean infused menu is choice, much like what troubled Neo in the Matrix. Finding a dish that doesn't sound delicious is impossible, and each one I've sampled has been extraordinary. Pictured is the Negril Nights, a delicious tuna entree with a light but creamy coconut jerk sauce. The namesake Nine Mile is one of the best jerk chicken dishes I've had. Service is quick and matches the casual vibe, the wait staff is happy to chat. I make it a point to come as often as possible
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Candi M.

Yelp
I love 9 Mile. You can get a different Caribbean inspired dish every time you go based on the enormous menu. I highly recommend the Kingston 12 or anything with jerk chicken. Some dishes come with rice & some with fettuccine. They have every protein or meat substitute under the sun! The entrees come with garlic bread and a side salad with yummy home made dressing. Both the cilantro jalapeño & mango are hits. We usually sit at the bar & they have a nice draft list as well. They do not take reservations. Bartenders are very attentive & service is efficient. NOTE: some dishes are very spicy which suits me but not my husband!
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Josh N.

Yelp
Really glad we found this place while in town visiting. The service was excellent and the food was fantastic!!! Many gluten free options and the flavors were really popping! The natty bread was very buttery and seasoned up just right. I got the queso on the side with the mylitis and loved dipping the bread in that. The place is super casual and comfortable, a real neighborhood gem.
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Elena D.

Yelp
Everyone working there was very kind. I thoroughly enjoyed the two- course meal style. The food was very good. The wait went by quick because the environment was enjoyable. I do wish there was a cheaper appetizer option to snack on while waiting. The kombucha was very good as well. Definitely going back!
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Alison L.

Yelp
My husband and I were visiting from Iowa, and my father-in-law took us there. We loved the food, service, and the ambiance of the place! They have lots of vegetarian options as well as options for a carnivore. I had a dish with vegetables, pineapple, and jerk tofu on spinach linguine with Alfredo sauce. It was delicious! I also tried a Buschwacker, which was a drink that tasted like a chocolate milkshake, but it had four different types of alcohol in it! I'm feather weight, but I've been assured I didn't get too crazy!
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Angela L.

Yelp
Called to see if we could be seated at 8:30 pm and came in with a bunch of folks still eating. We're so grateful they accommodated us after a long day of traveling. They're incredibly friendly and the food is SUPERB. If you're ever near Asheville/the great smoky mountains this is a must-try. The place has a unique vibe to it. The kind of place I like to eat at!
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Allison M.

Yelp
The original location and my forever favorite. Upon entering you're greeted by warm staff and a cozy environment. Love the wood and dim lighting (not too much so) as it adds to the ambiance. Take a seat adjust a backdrop of the kitchen and settle into smells of spices in the air. I like to get a local buchi to start but their beer and wine menu is great. Buchi and beer on draft. They usually have some crafted cocktails on special too. I really appreciate that many of their menu items are very customizable. For example if you're a vegetarian you can get a lot with tofu or if you're a pescatarian you can get a lot with fish. They also have plenty of specials that vary and tons of menu items that are chicken. If you're super health conscious, you can get noodles made of zucchini. they even often give you the option of rice or homemade pasta. I find the entrées perfect for one very very hungry person or two people to split. With a small splitting charge of about three dollars you can get an extra salad each. And bread. That bread is divine. You want your own. And as for salad dressings go, they're all delicious but his majesty is my favorite. It's tahini flavor. Many friends love the mango though While I generally prefer pasta over rice, many of the entrées have pasta as an option and I've enjoyed them. I can't really tell you a favorite because I've never really gone wrong. I will warn you that the mild is still spicy for me. Anything with a flame is definitely going to have some fire. These days I have pasta and share it. But when I would go on my own I would get the salad. The Empress salad with tempeh is really really good.
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Todd B.

Yelp
This is just an amazing restaurant. No wonder they are always busy. Came here in April and I don't remember what I got but my wife said I loved it and she's probably right because this recent visit was incredible. First, we sat at the bar, and had fantastic service. Helpful recommendations, friendly, and fun. I got the mesach (sp?) with gluten free pasta and blackened tofu. I wish I knew how to get tofu to retain this much flavor but I have never had such flavorful and delicious tofu. The cream sauce was an awesome Alfredo-like sauce and was perfect with the gluten free pasta. My wife got their name sake dish-nine mile. It was very good and you won't regret getting it but mine was definitely better. We also split a bowl of their vegan chili. That, too, was fantastic but truth be told, our homemade is better. Loved this meal. Nine mile has to be a staple for all of your visits to Asheville.
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John B.

Yelp
Of the several locations for this local chain, I picked this one because it was close to my music venue destination. It was pretty busy, and while I got a table people behind me had to wait, and my food took a while. During the wait, however, I received a small salad and what I would call a garlic baguette (but which they call "natty bread"). This is a special diet kind of place, and they made a point of telling me that the garlic oil on the bread was not butter and therefore it is vegan. My pasta, which I wanted spicy, had a bit of heat but certainly didn't blow me away. Perhaps sensing this, my server brought an additional habanero hot sauce which was considerably more powerful. The option for breaded tofu on top was delicious, while the pasta and sauce themselves didn't blow me away; a little soggy and messy and not spicy enough. My iced green tea wasn't that strong in flavor, but being thirsty I drank a lot of it. An interesting restaurant, and while I didn't think my dish was perfect, I would be more than happy to try something else.

Debbie H.

Yelp
The food was absolutely amazing. It's a cozy and comfortable neighborhood place where they make you feel welcome.
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Marina S.

Yelp
Amazing Caribbean food! Very lively and casual ambiance. The service was good and everything was delicious. Generous portions.

David K.

Yelp
This totally unique Carribean restaurant always delivers on quality & flavor! We had the house salad which was excellent as was the natty bread. Entree was delicious rare tuna with incredible sauce, rice & plantains. One of our favorite restaurants.

Hay P.

Yelp
What could improve? Food was amazing, keep that up. However, melamine plates are not cool. Melamine is known to be adverse to human health. Probably leaches more if we consider its dish wash cycles...very shocked this exists in Asheville. Guess corporate strategies extend farther than I expected.
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Pat G.

Yelp
This was recommended by friends, Yelpers and friends. I don't get it. And service was pretty marginal. Our waitress (short, long brunette hair) made us feel annoying. But the food was so uninspired. I got the Ire Ites. Ick. Kinda salty. Tofu pieces were way too big, but more refinement and it could be pretty good. Hubby had salmon. Curry was tasty but couldn't rationalize the chutney on the plate. I loved watching the orchestra of food prep while sitting at the bar - highly recommend that.
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Sarah B.

Yelp
Delicious food! Tons of shrimp in my dish and the scallops were done perfectly. Overall a great dinner but I would recommend going when it is cooler - the ac is not able to keep up with all the people and the heat so it was quite toasty in there!
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Rachael S.

Yelp
Absolutely incredible food!!! This was our first stop while visiting Asheville and we were blown away! The atmosphere was so fun and the staff were incredibly friendly!! Still dreaming about the food!
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Rick L.

Yelp
We had a good experience at 9 Mile in Asheville. We arrived before 6pm on a weeknight and there was already a wait to be seated inside so this place is popular spot with the locals. (and apparently with us non-locals too.) They can make just about anything on the menu with tofu so that's a plus for vegetarians. I had the "Nine Mile" nade with tofu mild and thought it was a tasty dish, not too spicy (They ask you to specify the heat.) The Natty Bread it came with...so the term "Natty bread" sounds like it was going to be something cool or more unique than it was. It's basically garlic bread with some different spices than you would typically have if getting it at an Italian restaurant. It was fine, but not particularly the exotic unique Caribbean bread fantasy I was hoping for. The salad my dish was served with was really fresh and enjoyable. The greens were fresh and the vegetables were crispy. I really liked the "His Majesty's" (Sesame Garlic Tahini) dressing it came with. My wife liked it too though she had asked for the salad to be lightly dressed and it came pretty saturated. She finished the whole thing nonetheless. She also enjoyed her "Kingston 12", a tasty dish with shrimp. It's nice to have a place with so many vegetarian possibilities. We'd definitely come back.
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Virginia P.

Yelp
Love the vibe in this place, the brew was excellent, and the food was unique and delicious. I will be back to enjoy some other dishes.
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Lila N.

Yelp
The place was very full and loud. We were screaming at each other to talk. It's a very small location. The place looks rundown and old. They are trying to install a Beer distillery inside this small location. The food was good and the service.
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Amy S.

Yelp
This place was recommended to us by a local, and I'd say it was the most healthy and flavorful meal we enjoyed during our visit to Asheville. Two of us took half our meals back to our AirBnB, and they heated up nicely. Cozy ambiance and friendly service!
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Annamarie A.

Yelp
Haven't been here in a few years, and brought my daughters this time. I got the reggae militis for an appetizer, and cool runnings. My youngest got the Jamaican me thirsty and my oldest got noodles with marina (glad we found that on the menu, she's a little picky, lol). The jerk chicken was a little sweet in the Jamaican me thirsty, which wasn't bad, just different for jerk. She did get the mildest spice level. Mine was still just as good as I remembered.
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Denise H.

Yelp
For those of you who have been here before you already know. I did a pick up order from the location in Biltmore Village. I ordered the Live and Give (I didn't get the hummus) but the queso and salsa was amazing! We also ordered the Cool Runnings and the Soul Rebel. We got there about 30 mins before they closed and picked up our food. The staff was attentive and friendly and let us know how much longer it would take for our food. It's a cute little spot in Biltmore village and they have bar seating and outdoor seating. The flavors of the food were amazing! It was hot, fresh and amazing. I have no doubt they will receive 5 stars my next visit.
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Tami M.

Yelp
Good service. Ambience fine. Food ok. Had the Raggae nachos with smoked Gouda and mango salsa. Tasted good. Ordered the Nine Mile (grilled jerk chicken pasta) - this is a miss on the jerk seasoning and flavors altogether.
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Yvonne G.

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You MUST try this place! Make a reservation because it will be busy on weekends. It's eclectic and trendy inside, each location has a different flair but they are all upscale. The mixes drinks are top notch and pair well with the main course offerings. We were a group of 3 and sat at the bar, we shared 3 meals between us because we had a hard time choosing. I'm glad we did this because every dish was superb and very different. If you like flavor, spices, rich aromatic food this is a MUST try. We went to 2 locations and found the food the same..what we loved at one place was the same at the other. Delicious!
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Alan W.

Yelp
The incredible food places in Asheville just keep expanding. Nine Mile is a Caribbean-themed Restaurant found in a quiet unassuming neighborhood. Inside it's a foodie paradise. The menu is loaded with dishes that all grab your attention. Each sounds so unique & delicious. The result is it's hard to make a decision. I chose the "Meshach". It's a uniquely seasoned chicken breast on a pile of pasta & veggies, cooked in a white wine & cream sauce. It tasted as wonderful as it looked. It was accompanied with a salad adorned with orange balsamic dressing. On the side came hot garlic bread. As I took it all in I was in nirvana.

Alex L.

Yelp
Delicious food and friendly staff! Our waitress was very attentive and topped off our waters anytime they were at all low. The food came fast and was absolutely PHENOMENAL. We showed up on a Saturday evening and the restaurant was pretty packed. We came with two adults and one toddler, we would've had to wait but the host let us sit at a two top with the baby sitting in a lap. The vibes are good, however, it is very very loud. Definitely not a place for chilling and relaxing. More of a drop in, get good food, and head out kind of place. Parking is questionable, we had to walk half a block and use street parking as there is no lot. But given that it was pretty busy and we still managed to find a spot, it probably doesn't get any worse. It's situated right in the middle of a historic residential neighborhood. Overall it's definitely a solid choice for good home cooked food, especially if you have food restrictions or limitations. They have lots and lots of vegan, gf, and vegetarian options; all marked on the menu.
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Caitlin M.

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Nine Mile is SO GOOD! Food: Caribbean menu with plenty of rice and pasta dishes. Most entrees come with either chicken, fish, or tofu. I ordered the Mesach, which came with noodles, a cream-based sauce, roasted veggies, and one of the best pieces of chicken I've had! You can pick your spice level, I picked hot. Each entree comes with a side salad and delicious, buttery bread. I can't wait to come back here and try something new! Service: Quick and friendly. The restaurant doesn't take reservations, and it does get busy on the weekends. I'd suggest putting your name in early and walking to one of the other neighborhood establishments for a drink while you wait!
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Paige A.

Yelp
I am a foodie, vegan, and have high standards. I am the dreaded trifecta and hard to impress. This food slaps. The vegan meshach with tofu is unreal. Robust serving, complex flavors, beautifully creamy sauce, and truly memorable. My server offered up a side of a chipotle hot sauce which was fantastic. The included side salad with tahini dressing and garlic bread were also memorable. I understand why this place is treasured by locals. The front is unassuming and parking is street parking. If it is your first time, come early or on a weeknight to avoid some parking frustrations.
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Trisha F.

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The server and bareback were sooooo friendly, laid back, down to earth, and overall friendly. the food was sooo flavorful and delicious! I loved the trout fish. tons of fish and vegetarian options. the salads were so fresh! the atmosphere is laid back, relaxing, and has a southern comfort. it's located in beautiful nature and you can take a nice walk.