The Crow & Quill

Terrific vibe! Super collection of liquors! There’re literally 50 pages of whisky (bourbon, rye, scotch, Irish, etc) on their menu. I live in Seattle and have lived Chicago for 15 yrs, travelled many places around the States; I never thought I could run into such a great bar here. This might be one of the best bars I’ve had drinks in. The barkeep is super friendly and definitely knows his stuff. His cocktail creation is also amazing. I would absolutely recommend this place if you are looking for a nice little corner to have an awesome drink.

The hubs and I had a great time enjoying a night cap and great live music at Crow & Quill! Full disclosure, I hate cover charges as I’m a (post-grad adult) local business lover who wouldn’t dream of not patronizing the business I’m visiting, but I do fully support live music so when reached the door to be greeted with the “hi, there’s a $10 cover per person for the band” I wasn’t deterred, but only mildly annoyed as my visit wasn’t based on a band (that I may or may not enjoy) but simply for the hopes of enjoying great craft cocktails and a speakeasy vibe as a tourist visiting a nice establishment. In my opinion: I should patronize the business and tip the band if I like them, and the business that hired them should pay them. No? With that, I’d bookmarked Crow & Quill on my Asheville to-do list and walked over from our hotel, so we paid and proceeded to the bar. After grabbing our first round, we were fortunate to find great seats in the packed house. Thankfully, I enjoyed the “surprise band” and they added to our first experience (and our tab) at Crow & Quill. lol… Cheers!

A wonderful evening, the music was wonderful & the bartender was great. It was a crowded Saturday night so it was packed, but we really enjoyed our time here. Cool atmosphere, it felt like taking a step back in time.

Found this really cool speakeasy in Asheville, North Carolina Very talented bartenders, great music and fun atmosphere. Had a wonderful time! Definitely check it out if you are in the area!

Great drinks, vibes, & service! The cocktails are delicious. They are really unique and perfectly balanced. This is a good spot to end the night. My only issue is that it was a bit loud & crowded so it was hard to find a place to sit.

Great bar program. Huge American Whiskey selection. Tasty cocktails. Nice fortified wine selection.

It's a great place, with great drinks. It's the kind of bar you'd expect to find on a night out with friends; it's "the bar." All the drinks we had were delicious. I have to say that not all the bar staff were friendly, but they didn't treat us badly. The place is unique, and you won't regret coming here for a drink. I had a strange drink, the Super Green, and wow, I saw it, I didn't love it, and then I tried it and wow, the taste! A great drink, it surprised me. I will definitely return to this place if I return to Asheville.

The atmosphere here was honestly great, which is why I wanted to leave feedback. I took my mom in just to check the place out and look around, and the space itself was very inviting. Unfortunately, our experience was overshadowed by one bartender — a woman wearing glasses with a brown ponytail — who greeted us in a noticeably rude and snarky manner, particularly toward my mom. I’d still recommend stopping by to enjoy the atmosphere, but the customer service from that bartender could really use improvement. Just something to be aware of.

As we read about places to visit in the area we saw that this at least needed a pop-in visit - worth it! The look and feel inside almost takes you to a different time, sort of giving you a bit of the vintage western meets modern speakeasy. The musicians playing were on point and we enjoyed hearing them. Nice touch. Everything we tried was awesome! Will be back and would recommend!

Hands down best cocktail in Asheville. I live here and I've tried most... Service is as awesome as the drinks

Worth a visit for the ambiance alone! We stopped in here pretty early after they opened upon recommendations from several friends. It is pretty small inside, but luckily that early in a week night it was pretty empty. I tried the Crow's Gin and Tonic, which was beautiful and tasty. There was live music sound checking and then starting up at the end of our time there, which was fun!

Cozy speakeasy with unique drinks and super friendly and attentive bartender. We enjoyed the spiced warm cider and the mule. There was a DJ playing jazz music. Neat place.

This speakeasy type lounge is located on Lexington Ave. It's a bit hard to find (on purpose) but look for the lanterns and there is a "106"over the door. There is no sign. The night we went was cold and windy so the fact that they have hot cocktails was wonderful. I had hot buttered rum which hit the spot and they didn't skimp on the alcohol! It's definitely a lounge with almost a Victorian theme. Lots of antique furniture, plenty of seats and coffee table to sit around. It wasn't super loud so we were able to talk without having to yell. Always a bit of rarity. They're known for being a whiskey bar with good craft cocktails. I stuck with my buttered rum since it was hard to find at other places in Asheville for some reason. Staff was friendly as were the other customers. Nice to get into a discussion with a group of strangers that almost ended up being like friends by the time the night was over. I'm told that in the past they would have live music from time to time, not sure if that got tamped down due to the pandemic. Check this place out if you get a chance. I'll absolutely be visiting again.

We came in with friends who had been here before. True to a speakeasy there was no signage just the door. The inside was eclectic and was full of people along the bar and there was other seating in another part of the place away from the bar area. I ordered an old fashion that was made with a smoke but I didn't get much flavor. It was a good drink and the place had a cool vibe.

Surreal experience to say the least. I had the gin and tonic and it was complex with rosemary and lavender, a really nice drink. My only complaint is the tumbler is on the small side for the price, felt like a sample instead of a drink. The place had a surreal vibe, best I can describe it is a cross between the Twilight zone ride at Disneyland and a goth bar from 40s.

The Crow & Quill is a quaint little spot to grab a craft cocktail & vibe to some amazing jams any night of the week! The menu has some tasty drinks, I wanted to try them all. I opted for a few gin cocktails- they were flavorful & delicious. The decor brings you back to speakeasy times. This place is perfect for date night or a night out with your friends. Dress to impress! You will be happy you got spiffed up for the evening!

I loved the Victorian gothic decor and the cocktail list. However, the service was rude and very unwelcoming. The bartender was busy but was clearly ignoring us. At one point we were kicked out of our seats for a reservation that was coming in 15 minutes. That could have been handled better. We won't be back.

Super fun place especially in downtown Asheville if you know where it is. The ambiance is super chill and speakeasy style. I had the smoked moon and would highly recommend. It was the best drink we all ordered and a side of rosemary kettle chips went down fast with all 4 of us eating them.

Really unique bar with friendly staff and unique drinks. Huge bourbon 'binder' if you're into that. Worth a stop and a drink before the next bar.

As soon as I stepped in this bar, I knew I was going to like it. Antique furniture everywhere, dried flowers on the wall, mood lighting... so where did they go wrong? You got an impressive cocktail menu and the execution starts off as legit and then you fill a glass of old fashioned (not pictured) with some crushed ice? We've been to speakeasies across the country and they've all used the large single cube. You're slacking hard. I get in Asheville the dress code is always hiking-casual but for a speakeasy bartender to be wearing a cutoff tshirt? Gross. You ask for proof of vaccinations not proof of a shower? Okay, so no dress code. Maybe others don't care. The final straw knocking off another star was the crappy live hick music. In this amazing venue, in walks this country band with fringe sleeves and that annoying southern drawl. Keep that sound in Mobile, or the side B side of Nashville.

Toward the end of a bar hopping day my friends took me to a favorite of theirs - The Crow & Quill. It was like stepping into a gothic story, a film noir, or perhaps where Poe would be inspired. Visually it was captivating - dried flowers, dim lighting, dark wood tones, antique furniture - it comes from a different time. Then there was upbeat tiki bar style music playing in the background and my mind twisted on itself because visually and audibly didn't match up! Not that I minded the fun, lively music but can't imagine Poe being inspired entirely with joyful sounds. I loved the experience! The bartenders were amazing. They made incredible drinks and made strong recommendations. It was fun sitting at the rail and talking to the bartenders, sharing in their knowledge, and seeing cool drinks being made. I really enjoyed my time here.

Absolutely loved this bar!!! True speakeasy vibe... just a door without any name or mention of the bar. When you go in, all furniture is antique style, dim lights, dried flowers and retro lamps adorn the space, and some other eclectic pieces. Plus the curio cabinets filled with Scotch and Whiskeys, are a very nice touch that adds character. When you go in, matching their style, is an antique writing desk, where they check you in, give you a membership card (if you don't have one already), check ID and vaccination card. Once this process is complete, you are free to sit anywhere you like and enjoy the atmosphere and drinks. You can't go wrong with either their specialty drinks or a dealers choice. And, as mentioned, if you are a Whiskey or Scotch drinker, their selection is solid! Can't wait to go back!

Dimly lit, cozy, and antique forward cocktail den. So many amazing cocktails and the bartenders do a fantastic job of creating booze-forward libations. The spot is a little hard to find, which is kind of nice since it's pretty nondescript, and keeps things a bit more intimate inside which is a nice touch.

This is hands down the sexist bar in Asheville. Awesome vibe and the best bartenders. Incredible selection of cocktails and liquor. They tend to have a lot of smoke on the menu but some people are into that. The door is hard to find out front, which I love.

The place looks and feels like a speakeasy from a century ago and the music is spectacular with world class musicians. The place needs more bartenders --- annoying to stand in line for lengthy stretches and unfortunate to see a great place miss out on a lot of revenue, maybe the band, too?

The Ambiance is amazing and would be really sexy for a date I didn't get to stay long enough for the live music but I'm sure it was good because the vibe and the spot is fantastic. Drinks are good but a bit overpriced for what they are

I really liked this place-no, i did. 3 stars notwithstanding, I would come back here. The decor and vibe is definitely up my alley for a whiskey/cocktail bar and the selections of whiskeys and gins-my go-to liquors - is off the hook. And, frankly, my drink (I don't remember what I got but it was smoked) was very good if watered down. But that is where my complaint begins. You have hundreds of bottles of whiskey. You have scotches that I can only hope to try one day. Japanese whiskeys that look fantastic. You are a craft whiskey cocktail bar. At no point should any of your whiskey cocktails-especially what amounts to a smoked old fashioned-have a glass full of ice. I don't want to be a whiskey snob but cmon. Again, you are a whiskey bar. A single large cube should be standard or at the very least, offered. To serve me a smoked whiskey drink in a glass of small cubes is criminal. Second complaint and star gone. It's a Friday night. You're essentially a speakeasy. And your live music is a loud country band? Any country band? I know in the old west it was country music and whiskey so maybe it makes sense, but if you think you're giving off a "come and listen to some country and bluegrass" vibe, then you and I are not in the same establishment. I want to love this place-I really will come back. But I will first look at your live music offering and I will make sure to ask for a large cube (although it shouldn't be necessary to ask). Yours truly, Sir Whiskey Snobberino.

It was better than I expected, and I was hoping for a great Speakeasy. we walked in on Christmas Eve. You cant call, but their website said they would be open so we chanced it. we walked into We arrived early and it was still light out. Walking up must be tough when its darker, as it's just a simple door next to 2 similar doors. It would be difficult to find the entrance. Once inside we had to show proof of vaccination and create a membership. After all that we grabbed some seats and soaked in the atmosphere. It was a place full of eclectic things. But it was clean and organized so it was easy to scope it all out. there were any bottles, and when he brought the menus and the book of whiskey I could see they really had a strong assortment. I wasn't planning on having scotch but the menu book made it mighty appealing. So I had a few different scotch's. We really liked the place. Although we were the only ones there when we came in, which made sense on Christmas eve, the word was out as a dozen more people came in before we left. One of the best spots in Asheville, and I predict we will be back.

My first time in Asheville and this was one of the highlights of my trip. This place it's pretty hidden and you wouldn't know it was there unless specifically looking for it. They require proof of vaccination to enter which I loved. The whiskey/bourbon collection here is phenomenal! I even was able to get a pour of Pappy which I was surprised to see. They have an awesome amount of rare bottles. The decor gives speakeasy vibes as it dark and moody. The bartenders were super chill and friendly. I will definitely keep this in my rotation for future trips to Asheville.

IRIS the bartender is AMAZING!! Great atmosphere, great drinks, incredible IRIS! Honestly, tell her your flavor profile and she will curate the most incredible and perfectly fabulous drink. Loved spending the evening sitting at the bar talking with and enjoying her company! Oh, AND, they have a LIBRARY of whisky. So if you love whisky and want to meet a delightful human while enjoying great drinks - GO HERE! Cheers.

This is an awesome speakeasy spot. The low lights and cozy decor set the tone. They have a great cocktail list. My husband had a smoked Old Fashioned and wow was it smoked. I'd say it was a little too smoked but it was a fun presentation.

Super beautiful speakeasy with interesting drinks. I loved being at the bar since it was super beautiful. They had amazing whiskey selection and great cocktail choices. I preferred the top shelf cocktails as they are really nicely crafted. I definitely love my Japanese whiskey and they made cocktails with it! Pricing is ~$16 for a regular cocktail and it can go up to ~$30 for one with a higher quality liquor.

Someone had mentioned to one of my friends as we spent the weekend up in Asheville about this speakeasy in the north part of downtown that had all the feels of something you could expect back in the 1920s. With its unmarked, gray exterior and intimate, antiqued interior, The Crow & Quill offers a bonafide throwback to the speakeasies of a past time, with an elaborate array of whiskeys and spirits and steady roster of local jazz and swing bands to have a proper evening. Located on Lexington Avenue, The Crow & Quill only holds a couple of scores of people to where on most weekend evenings, there's a line to enter. The lines make the only distinction of the speakeasy's location due to no sign and the exterior front having no markings outside of the name subtlely edged over the door. Once you do enter, a cozy room of fabric drapes, antique rugs, and sofas envelop you with the bar encompassing the entire left wall of the speakeasy. They have an abundance of great whiskeys that I usually don't see elsewhere, such as the Old Forester Birthday Bourbon and other barrel-aged delights. If you're unsure of what to do order from the endless shelves of spiriting goodness, they have an extensive menu breaking down everything they have in stock. On the particular Saturday evening, we went, the eclectic energy and vibes of the music and the dancing surrounded us, helped by the band that played a gypsy-Russian type of jazzy jam that radiated throughout the room. People danced and raved amongst the soft-warm lighting, as we chilled on the sofas and enjoyed our whiskeys immensely.

Absolutely delicious and well crafted cocktails! Best Manhattan I've ever had. We really enjoyed the live music and vintage atmosphere. Looking forward to going back.

Amazing place to visit while in town. Drinks are excellent... and the vibe was spot on!

Went for after dinner drinks for my husband's 40th birthday. We enjoyed ourselves. Also, really glad masks and vaccines are required. Feels more exclusive. You have to email them for the latest information to get in. The door is a little hard to find, on purpose.

To say I'm obsessed with the antiques in this bar is an understatement. My fiance and I spent the whole time looking around and discussing how we might be able to salvage old furniture and turn it into bar shelves anywhere near as beautiful as the stuff in this bar. Knocking one star off just because the drinks weren't quite the caliber I would expect at a craft cocktail bar. That said, the staff were super friendly and willing to try their best! When we saw them messing with the espresso machine, my fiance requested an Irish coffee, telling them that we had just been in NYC and had the to-die-for Irish coffees at Dead Rabbit. The bartender mentioned they had a cocktail book from Dead Rabbit and asked us for more detail then did his best recreating one. We really appreciated the effort.

You literally have to search for this location and will probably walk right past it, a few times! They did a good job of hiding it for sure. It is actually a very large space when you get inside. It is dark, cool, and secretive, which makes it very fun and mysterious. The bartenders are all great. They can make you anything you desire. They are friendly and have some good stories. I would recommend stopping here for a special cocktail when you're in town.

Great drinks, unique bar In Asheville:) love the Decor! Great ambiance! Fast bartenders, great crowd :)

this place is so cool! the decor is amazing . kind of a speakeasy vibe. I love that they use all fresh ingredients in the cocktails ( fresh squeezed fruit juices, herbs , homemade vermouth .... the list goes on ! they have the largest inventory of liquor stocked at the bar. we took a cocktail making class with Casey . He was great , very knowledgable. we learned a lot about cocktails and had lots of fun tasting them . I would definitely recommend this place!

This place is all hype. Nothing special whatsoever. Snooty staff. Overpriced drinks. And the interior looks like the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. They overplay the whole "show me your vaccination card" angle. I'm vaccinated myself, but don't make it a "thing." Believe me and many other reviewers, this is a good place to skip.

Five stars. Best whiskey bar in Ashville. Great cocktails. I wish Charlotte had this kind-of collection for whiskey and bourbon. Definitely my first stop next time I'm in Ashville. Iris and Christine were phenomenal.

We've been to a lot of bars, and this was one of my favorites. Their liquor selection is unmatched, and the bartenders are friendly and talented. The house cocktails are delicious and very varied, which I appreciate. We were here for four nights and spent two of them at Crow & Quill, so we will definitely be back!

The coolest experience ever! We told the bartender we like tequila and they made the best drink I have had in my life. Very cool atmosphere and service. Love this place! Definitely coming back

This spot was recommended to us as an "Edgar Allen Poe" bar and it did not disappoint. The covid precautions here were top notch, requiring proof of vaccination, a mask, and that everyone sign in for contact tracing. When you step into the bar, you feel transported to a grand Victorian mansion. Taking a seat at the bar, you have a front row view of the magic. The bar tenders are extremely knowledgeable and are true artists. A must order is the smoked old fashioned which infused tobacco smoke into your old fashioned. It doesn't get much more North Carolina than that.

Very neat place, and I do have to say many people know about this place. If you take Uber or Lyft they will usually also tell you where it is at. The have a tiny, tiny place out back to get some fresh air, but people usually smoke out there. This is a small, cute little place. One time there was live music, but not the night we attended.

Cozy speakeasy living room bar. The charm is in the bones and in the bones that frequent the space. If you're into alcohol, everyone I was with enjoyed the drinks. Im my case, I was thrilled to learn that they have tonics and the like for sober folx. We came to see Toybox's show. Toybox was INCREDIBLE!!!! Amazing work both character and puppetry. The only bummer of the evening was how very loud the space was. I'll likely not return for a show unless there are mics. With the layout, you'd think they'd ask customers to be mindful of noise. Then again, bartenders were just as noisy, by choice and necessity. Overall, Can't wait to return!

Cool hidden speakeasy . Best bourbon collection I've seen in a while ! I love this place . Eccentric

The reviews from my fellow Yelpers said bourbon. That is an understatement! They have a 3 ring binder with all them listed. Along with were they are listed on the shelves. Awesome! The atmosphere was perfect and the staff and guest were all so friendly. This is a definite stop for anyone who goes to Asheville. It is hard to find, but that adds to the character of the bar.

Hands down one of the best bars I've been to in all of NC. Be sure you know where you're going because if you don't you may very well miss the entrance. Once youre inside you get transported back to the era of Edgar Allen Poe.... with booze... lots and lots of booze. I'm a pretty big fan of whiskey and this bar had some really heavy hitters!! I tried a few of the bourbons that have been on my wish list for years! Can't wait to come back. If you're a fan of boozy cocktails try the super premium #6. If there was food here I might not ever leave!!!

Super attentive bartenders, even when it's busy. Creative and yummy cocktails but they also know how to make the classics. It was a really enjoyable spot

I love finding bars like this one that, in the day of big box and franchise everything, still maintain so much charm and personality. It has a speakeasy vibe, but is still fun and not stiff. That's a hard combo to pull off, but they do it deliciously. Speaking of delicious, definitely try the house cocktails. Also, I appreciate that they require vaccines. I wish other places would do the same.

Place is amazing. Fantastic cocktails and an ambiance that can not be beat. I am actually looking forward to my next trip to Asheville specifically to come back.

Why have I not found a bar like this in Chicago yet? *tear* I will have to say that this is definitely in my top three of bars that I've had the pleasure of visiting. Once you find the small, unassuming entrance, you step into this cozy, vintage, speakeasy bar/lounge. You feel like you are partying in the parlour room of someone's 1930s bungalow. The cocktails are very well prepared. It was my first time drinking hot buttered rum and it was amazing! The first hot drink with liquor in it that I've enjoyed. Also had to get the old fashioned, since that's my go-to, and the flavors were perfect. Infusing the smoke is such a great touch. The live music here is great! There was a very talented jazz band playing on the night we decided to visit. What I love about this place, too, is that it feels really cozy, with its couches and plush chairs, but there is more than enough space to stretch out and enjoy yourself in this bar. Even with it being crowded, I felt like I could get to the bar itself and order a drink without having to slam into tons of people. I love this place! Someone come up to Chicago and open one here! :)

What a great place. Great atmosphere. Amazing selection of drinks. Friendly and skilled staff. Great music. Can't say enough about about the Crow and Quill. What a gem.

Great cocktail bar with an excellent bourbon list. If you're looking for a wide variety of bourbons with many hard to find options(Stagg, Pappy, Weller, Blanton's, etc), this is your place. Love the atmosphere here with its speakeasy vibe.

So fun! Chill, funky vibe. Great drinks, great music, great time. Hubs got the Crowsanthimum and I had the Watermelon shandy. Both were funky and unique. Definitely would be hard to find if you didn't know what you were looking for. Thanks Yelpers! Great fun :)

Fantastic seasonal cocktails. Friendly staff and cozy, authentic atmosphere. Kudos to their Covid vaccine check at the door. We truly appreciate them being open on Thanksgiving!