Jack of the Wood Pub — Restaurant in Asheville

A Five-Star Evening at Jack of the Woods

I had the delightful opportunity to dine at Jack of the Woods in Asheville, NC, and the experience was genuinely noteworthy. Not only did it surpass my culinary expectations, but the ambiance and live music added a captivating charm that created a fantastic evening.

Each dish that we tried was a masterclass in flavor and presentation, but my personal favorite was the Ruben sandwich. The ingredients were impeccably fresh, creating a symphony of tastes that was nothing short of sublime. The succulent meat, the tangy sauerkraut, and creamy Swiss cheese, perfectly encased in well-toasted bread, combined to create, without a doubt, one of the best Ruben sandwiches I've ever tasted.

The drinks were similarly impressive, with the bartenders showcasing their skills with well-balanced, temperature perfect mixes. The quality of ingredients was clear from the first sip, further enhancing the dining experience.

Yet, it wasn't just the fantastic food and drink that left an impression. Jack of the Woods also boasts an inviting, cozy atmosphere, further enriched by live music that set a truly lively and engaging tone for the evening. The performance added a unique touch, creating a vibe that was as enticing as the food itself.

In conclusion, whether you're a resident of Asheville or a visitor, I couldn't recommend Jack of the Woods enough. From their top-notch service to the delicious dishes and drinks, and the wonderful addition of live music, they tick all the boxes for a must-visit...

Add a 5 Star for the Music!

Great location to sit back and listen to old-school country and bluegrass music. This is a must stop when there is a musician to experience the "Appalachian Hillbilly Music". We sat for the early performance from 4pm to 6pm but another begins at 9pm.

Both my wife and I had shared the homemade Pretzel Knots that were great. The only problem was it only had 3 which meant 1.5 each. I could have ate at least 5 myself they were that good. They came topped with a melted garlic butter on the top and a side of cheese sauce. Both were very good, and in fact, my wife kept the leftover cheese sauce for her Patty Melt.

We both had a Patry Melt on Rye that was perfect. The Rye was grilled to a slightly crispy perfection. The burger was very good...it was a great change for the typical burger. My wife said it was better than our hometown favorite diner. Trust me...that was the best compliment ever! However, the fries left a lot to be desired. They were real steak potatoes fries but simply were not very good and too large of a large portion. You can choose fries or chips with the Patty Melt...I recommend the chips. They have to be better.

For drinks, my wife had the day's special which was a Moscow Mule and she said it was good but not the best she has ever had.

I had a house special mixed drink that was excellent! However, I can't remember the name. It was made with Whiskey, Bitters, Cinnamon and an orange slice. It was very similar to an Old Fashion. I highly recommend if you...

My husband and I and 2 friends came for the Bluegrass Sunday Brunch. It was very fun. The music was great. It was too loud. The atmosphere was good and our waitress was great. unfortunately the food was very disappointing. 3 our of 4 of us had issues with our meals. One had asked for extra crispy bacon and received the opposite of that. But the waitress was on it and she brought another order of extra crispy bacon. My husband had eggs and biscuit, but the biscuit was not done, it was gooey and watery in the middle. I had the veggie burger, which tasted great, but was mushy and when I took my first bite, it was all over my hands and plate. I had to eat it with a fork and knife. Not user friendly. We had the caramel brownie for dessert. The presentation was beautiful, but the brownie was so hard and dry we could hardly break it open with a fork. There was a dollop of whip cream on top with the tiniest drizzle of caramel, my husband didn't even see that it was there and you couldn't taste any caramel it was so tiny. Maybe that is how brownies are made in NC, but it was more like a hard cookie. The summerita drink was excellent, so, so good. But the bloody mary lacked vodka, tasted just like tomato juice. So, for us, we wouldn't go back...