Dinner in Downtown Ashville

The Exchange is the place to go for dinner in Asheville, offering a sophisticated menu that showcases the best of local and seasonal ingredients. If you’re looking for the best dinner in Asheville, the selection here spans from innovative dishes like the Carolina Gold Mushroom Risotto to classics like the Restoration Smashburger. As a prime Asheville dinner spot, The Exchange creates an atmosphere that’s both welcoming and refined. For those interested in enjoying dinner downtown Asheville, this restaurant provides a vibrant setting perfect for an evening meal. With its central location and commitment to quality, The Exchange remains a top choice among downtown Asheville restaurants for dinner.

GREENS and THINGS

Broiled French Onion Soup 10
Warm Lentil & Quinoa Salad 13

Spinach, Feta, Red Onion, Champagne Vinaigrette (VG/GF)
Mixed Greens Salad 8 | 13

Local Mixed Greens, Goat Cheese, Toasted Pecans, Pickled Peaches, Blueberry Vinaigrette (VG/GF)
Burrata 13

House Focaccia, Charred Peach and Tomato Bruschetta, Honey (VG)
Kale Salad 8 | 13

Marinated Mandarins, Pickled Shallots, Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, Fig Dressing (V/GF)

Salad Add Ons

Grilled or Fried Chicken +8
Seared Sunburst Trout +14
Seared SC Grouper +14
Grilled Flank Steak* +16

CREATE your own BOARD

25/32/40

Rotating Selection of Local Cured Meats, Cheeses, and Preserved Vegetables; Served with House Lavash, Lusty Monk Mustard, Imladris Farms Strawberry Jam

FLATBREADS

Caramelized Onion & Roasted Mushroom Flatbread 15

Goat Cheese, Black Pepper Crème Fraiche, Arugula, Truffle Oil (VG)
Barbecue Chicken Flatbread 16

Roasted Chicken, BBQ Sauce, Ashe Co. Cheddar, Mozzarella, Red Onion, Bourbon- Pickled Jalapeños
Italian Sausage Flatbread 16

Sopresatta & Coppa, Red Sauce, Mozzarella, Red Onion, Fresh Oregano

SHAREABLES

Parker House Rolls & Country Ham 10

Add Pimento Cheese +4
Goat Cheese & Scallion Fritter 10

Sumac Honey (VG)
White Bean Hummus 9

Assorted Pickles, Piperade, House Focaccia (V)
Crispy Brussels 9

Garlic Honey, Toasted Benne Seeds (VG/GF)
Deviled Eggs 8

Local Farm Eggs, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Paprika, Chives (GF)
Truffle Fries 10

Grana Padano, Truffle, Roasted Garlic and Caramelized Onion Aioli (VG/GF)
SC Cantaloupe 13

Cucumber & Sesame Salad, Red Chili Dressing, Thai Herbs (V/GF)

MAIN Dishes

Restoration Smashburger 17

Seared Double Patties, Caramelized Onion Dijonnaise, Ashe Co. Cheddar, Pickles, Shredded Lettuce, Fries
Goodnight Cavatelli 26

Goodnight Bros. Bacon, House Cavatelli, Olive Oil, Grana Padano, Wilted Kale
Carolina Gold Mushroom Risotto 24

Roasted Maitake Mushroom, Local Shiitakes & Oysters, Grilled Zucchini, Garlic Confi t, Crispy Parm (VG/GF)
Braised Duck and Noodles 28

Roasted Duck Broth, Fresh Egg Noodles, Crispy Duck Breast, Watercress & Spring Vegetables, Charred Cabbage
Grilled Flank Steak 32

House Montreal Rub, Josh’s Carrots, Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes, Black Garlic Steak Sauce, Soy-Pickled Mushrooms (GF)

Seared Sunburst Trout 28

Field Pea Succotash, Alabama White Sauce, Summer Herbs, Pickled Shallot
Seared SC Grouper 34

Squash & Onions, Pecan Romesco, Polenta (GF)
Shrimp & Grits 29

Blackened Shrimp, Jalapeño Grits, Seared Okra, Crumbled Country Ham, Hot Sauce Beurre Blanc (GF)
Grilled Flank Steak 32

House Montreal Rub, Josh’s Carrots, Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes, Black Garlic Steak Sauce, Soy-Pickled Mushrooms (GF)

(VG) Vegetarian | (V) Vegan

*These items may be raw or undercooked at the guest’s request. Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs can increase risk of food borne illness.

Sweet ENDINGS

Almond + Raspberry Torte 8

Rhubarb Jam, Mascarpone Cream (VG/GF)
Buttermilk Slab Pie 8

Grilled Peaches, Apricot, Honeycomb Candy (VG)
Vegan Beignets 8

Strawberry Sugar, Vegan Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Crispy Coconut (V)

Chocolate Black Currant & Cream 12

Feuilletine, Vanilla Custard, Cassis (12)
Seasonal Ice Cream or Sorbet 6

Seasonal Ice Cream (VG/GF), Sorbet (V/GF)
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