Southside Cafe, Asheville

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Chef John Redden, who trained at the California Culinary Academy ( and worked at Gary Denko before returning to his family's restaurant ), clearly is passionate about food and makes each meal memorable. more»

That ' s not to say that it ' s serving " comfort food, " or anything like that -- my wife and I had excellent steaks, my mother pasta, and my sisters fish & pork tenderloin. more»

The service was friendly , polite and impeccable! more»

Their menu is not particularly creative , but the service was good and the food is nicely executed. more»

Very fresh , well-prepared food imaginatively presented in a laid back friendly atmosphere. more»

Romantic evening atmosphere. more»

Located 4.5 miles south of Biltmore Estate in South Asheville. Southside Cafe has been family owned and operated since 1990 and is one of those rare restaurants that when you stop in the door you know you are going to have a great meal. Food prepared to perfection, great service and great valueThis casual, cozy dining experience offers a full menu that includes such favorites as crab cakes, potato and onion crusted sea bass with lemon caper beurre blanc, and daily out-of-this-world chef's specials. Many of our entrées are prepared in a traditional style but with a southern touch. We have an excellent selection of wines to create a perfect and memorable dining experience.