Cellarest Beer Project — Restaurant in Asheville

Beware. Don’t accidentally park in the empty space behind their building unless you’re dining here. We didn’t see a sign so we parked here to go right across from them. We were met with a rude lady yelling at us that we could not park there. We asked if she knew where else we could park for suggestions since we are from out of town. She pointed “over there and there and all around just not here”. Of course all of the things she was waving her arms around were not open or else we would’ve parked there. Regardless, she needs training on customer service.

Updated in response to business response: Your singular sign (which we saw after being confronted) saying your parking only was completed covered in grown out moss. Your worker had every opportunity to talk to us in a respectful, polite, friendly way and we would’ve been happy to do whatever she was asking. I didn’t have a group of random hooligans like your response made it out to be- but had multiple young children as it was a FAMILY. We had one car parked incorrectly as there was a massive ditch that anyone would’ve got stuck in. We made sure to leave space for everyone else parked already. My sister also parked beside us and SO close that they had to get out of the car on the opposite side, again, to make sure people had room to go around. There is absolutely no way more than 2 cars could’ve parked there so your statement for that is wild. I’m sure your worker is a great worker, but she absolutely did not “politely” or “patiently” tell us anything. I was never given the chance to try out your establishment before being confronted in the way we were. You may try and twist whatever you’d like but I was present and I would never recommend this place based on my now, two, interactions. The level of unprofessionalism and lack of accountability in your response speaks for itself, again, zero customer service and no suggestions for...

The vibrant beer scene of Asheville is home to a lot of large, well-established breweries, making it a tight squeeze for any new kids on the block. It takes an exceptional brewery, like Cellarest Beer Project, to make their own space in this crowded market. The brainchild, founder and head brewer, Mark Goodwin began in the craft beer lifestyle in Portland, Oregon, where he honed his skills and passion for brewing. His path eventually led him to Asheville, where he embarked on a mission to create something truly exceptional – the Cellarest Beer Project.

At Cellarest, the focus is on barrel-rested beers, each one akin to a fleeting moment in time. The philosophy is simple but profound: once the beer is gone, it's gone forever. This dedication to crafting unique and ephemeral brews sets Cellarest apart in Asheville's dynamic craft beer landscape.

The most standout creation we had at Cellarest is the "Shibui" Pilsner, a testament to their commitment to depth and craftsmanship. This beer begins with a base of Chesapeake pilsner and chit malt from Riverbend Malt House. The brew is lightly hopped with Styrian Celeia, imparting a delicate yet alluring aroma and flavor profile. Shibui then rests cold in oak puncheons for several weeks before being savored moment by moment in your...

These guys focus on fermenting, lagering, and aging beer on various woods using locally sourced and foraged ingredients to produce delicate beers like a cherrywood fermented English ale, the latest "could-be-a-trend-but-probably-won't" Cold IPA, or an Acacia-fermented and Oak-aged dark lager. But, maybe the high-ABV saison, sessionable stout, or smoked lager they have on draft right now look more up your alley.

Grab some nearby street parking along Haywood Rd and stroll past their outdoor seating to enter via the large open garage doors don't squint too hard at their draft list trying to find a hazy DDHs or a Carmen Miranda hat's inspired smoothie sour.

Whatever you choose it'll be fragrant, complex, and most likely under 7% ABV, so...