The Admiral
American restaurant · Asheville
400 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Highlights
Innovative global menu & cocktails in a humble cinder-block building
Innovative global menu & cocktails in a humble cinder-block building
"This dive bar-meets-fine-dining establishment feels like it’s run by a pirate who's seen every episode of Bar Rescue. Located in a cinderblock building in West Asheville, The Admiral’s space has a surprising blend of nautical decor, antique tin ceilings, and polished mahogany furniture. The menu toes the line between one you might find at a white tablecloth steakhouse and a New American spot. They nail classics like beef tartare and seared scallops, but it’s the dishes like the banana pepper dip, chicken liver mousse with blueberry shortbread, and off-the-wall salads that really make the restaurant fun. Stop by The Double Crown dive bar after dinner for the full West Asheville experience." - laura hackett
"Since it started delivering boundary-pushing American fare in a plain cinder block building on the west side of town in 2007, the Admiral has remained one of Asheville’s flagship upscale dining experiences. Innovative, skillfully executed dishes and the dining room’s rough, eclectic charm make it a go-to spot for a memorable date night. The charcuterie boards loaded with housemade sausages, terrines, and ferments are a must for meat lovers. Full-service dining is available indoors or on the heated patio by reservation only." - Gina Smith
"A beloved neighborhood spot in West Asheville that has reopened, symbolizing the community's resilience." - Kay West
"An innovative Asheville restaurant that helped launch the chef’s rapid rise to prominence, earning a James Beard nomination in 2013. The spot’s creative early-days approach left a lasting influence on the chef’s cooking and menu thinking, and it played a pivotal role in establishing his reputation in the regional restaurant scene." - Eric Barton
"This dive bar-meets-fine-dining establishment feels like it’s run by a pirate who's seen every episode of Bar Rescue . Located in a cinderblock building in West Asheville, The Admiral’s space has a surprising blend of nautical decor, antique tin ceilings, and polished mahogany furniture. The menu toes the line between one you might find at a white tablecloth steakhouse and a New American spot. They nail classics like beef tartare and seared scallops, but it’s the dishes like the pork belly funnel cake, bonito sake mussels, and off-the-wall salads that really make the restaurant fun. Over the last decade, despite going through some leadership changes, The Admiral still has plenty of charm, and it’s hard to not feel cool when you’re eating here. Stop by dive bar after dinner for the full West Asheville experience. " - Laura Hackett
