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Aloha Cafe opened in March 2019 in downtown Asheville. The vision was to bring a new idea of what could be done by combining modern Asian-inspired recipes with traditional Hawaiian poke along with new takes on classic Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches and fresh spring rolls. Aloha Cafe reflects the love of the outdoors and offbeat vibes found throughout the city. We believe in eating better as part of a healthier lifestyle which is why we focus on fresh, made to order food and customizable menu items to accommodate a wider range of diets.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 28 Battery Park Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 424-7140
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Reviews
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This place is 5+ stars. One of the best poke bowls we have ever had and the young lady working was super sweet and helped us narrow down what to order. We were on vacation so I am super bummed we are so far away! Will definitely be visiting when we are back in town. I believe we got the Dragon Bowl but truly all of them look amazing. Amazing quality ingredients and the tuna was fresh and delicious. I meant to try the boba tea but forgot, so hopefully we will get the chance to try it in the future! We kept talking about this place the rest of this trip, and I’m still thinking about it 3 weeks later!
… moreChris
Great little hole in the wall full of great food. Poke Dokie bowl was rich and flavorful. Cheapest Boba Tea we’ve found but it was wonderful. Highly recommend!
… moreJessica Hill
Fresh, amazing spring rolls and poke bowls. Blown away by how delicious it was. We are from out of town but will definitely be back!
… moreLaurie Reese
I’m addicted to having the bowls of wonderfulness delivered to my house. They’re soooooo flavorful and fresh — I don’t want anything else! I don’t like eating there. I only tried it once but I didn’t care for the smell of it inside. But I’m so glad I’ve started having their food delivered because it’s my new favorite! I highly recommend having their food delivered — it comes FAST!!
… moreLiberty Morgan
The food was absolutely delicious, i had the veggie bah mi and came back the second day for the tofu bowl. Both were delicious and filling!! Please stop here in Asheville!
… moreAnastasia Berdan
Nice little spot for some poke bowl. I ordered mine to go and enjoyed it outside, listening to local musicians.
… moreMarcy McCann
My friend and I planned a visit to the Asheville Pinball Museum and we asked the staff there for suggestions about where to eat close by. High on the list was the Aloha Café so we took their advice and had a wonderful meal.
Liam and other staff members greeted us immediately. We were the only customers that came in at 2:45 in the afternoon. There was a lovely bar with a bar man and at least three people in the open kitchen. Several of the waitstaff were also pleasant and greeted us.
My friend chose the brisket and mac & cheese that was listed on the sidewalk sign. I chose the rib after Liam explained that they do all their barbecue right out back.
The food was very good and there was even a pineapple tea with a slight hint of mint that went along with the special.
Just after we arrived, so did several tables of people and people who sat at the bar. It was a nice vibe, both from the staff and from the customers.
I do have to say that the sweet potato fries were the best I’ve ever had. I forgot to ask for no salt because I usually can’t eat too much salt. But they weren’t too highly salted so I was OK. What was wonderful about them was they were crispy on the outside and deliciously soft inside. And it must’ve been two or three sweet potatoes. It was well worth the price and we both enjoyed ourselves immensely.
… moreLiam and other staff members greeted us immediately. We were the only customers that came in at 2:45 in the afternoon. There was a lovely bar with a bar man and at least three people in the open kitchen. Several of the waitstaff were also pleasant and greeted us.
My friend chose the brisket and mac & cheese that was listed on the sidewalk sign. I chose the rib after Liam explained that they do all their barbecue right out back.
The food was very good and there was even a pineapple tea with a slight hint of mint that went along with the special.
Just after we arrived, so did several tables of people and people who sat at the bar. It was a nice vibe, both from the staff and from the customers.
I do have to say that the sweet potato fries were the best I’ve ever had. I forgot to ask for no salt because I usually can’t eat too much salt. But they weren’t too highly salted so I was OK. What was wonderful about them was they were crispy on the outside and deliciously soft inside. And it must’ve been two or three sweet potatoes. It was well worth the price and we both enjoyed ourselves immensely.
Damon McWalters
Ahoha Cafe offers a delightful experience, distinguished by its incredibly friendly and informative staff. Sitting at the bar, I was grateful for the bartender’s excellent recommendation: the Mochiko Chicken Bowl. It was, without a doubt, a fantastic choice, making for a truly memorable meal.
… moreHeather Burton
Unassuming, but absolutely amazing! My husband and I were in town on Sunday evening for an event. So many other restaurants were closed, and I’m glad, or else we might not have found this gem. It’s a hole-in-the-wall for sure, but the food was outstanding, and the lady who was working that evening was so sweet!
I had the Dragon Bowl Z, and he had the Poke Doke bowl—both were fresh, well-balanced in flavor and texture, and generously portioned. We could not believe how reasonable the prices were for the quality of food we enjoyed—you can’t get fast food for much less than that! The only negative I can think of is that it’s 2 hours from home, and we have nothing like it nearby. Asheville, you are blessed to be able to boast this business!
Aloha Cafe, thank you for a wonderful meal and experience! We will be back ASAP!
… moreI had the Dragon Bowl Z, and he had the Poke Doke bowl—both were fresh, well-balanced in flavor and texture, and generously portioned. We could not believe how reasonable the prices were for the quality of food we enjoyed—you can’t get fast food for much less than that! The only negative I can think of is that it’s 2 hours from home, and we have nothing like it nearby. Asheville, you are blessed to be able to boast this business!
Aloha Cafe, thank you for a wonderful meal and experience! We will be back ASAP!
Kevin Skuthan
Easily one of the best establishments in Downtown AVL hands down. Of alllllll the Taro boba I’ve had from San Fran to St. Pete, to NYC, Aloha Cafe is in a class of their own.
That said, I haven’t even started on their appetizers. Their Shrimp rolls with the peanut sauce are juicy, fresh, and ripe with flavor in each bite. You’ll be transported to Japan when diving in, all from the comfort of downtown Asheville.
Last, but certainly not least… their Banh Mi. There’s about a million ways to mess up such a sandwich, and only a few to get it right. If the carrots are too brined, if the cucumber isn’t enough, if the meat isn’t ratioed properly… the whole deck of cards comes crashing down. Aloha Cafe threads this needle like a master seamstress, devoted to their craft.
If you’re downtown and don’t try this place out, I pity thee for missing out on this incredible hidden gem.
… moreThat said, I haven’t even started on their appetizers. Their Shrimp rolls with the peanut sauce are juicy, fresh, and ripe with flavor in each bite. You’ll be transported to Japan when diving in, all from the comfort of downtown Asheville.
Last, but certainly not least… their Banh Mi. There’s about a million ways to mess up such a sandwich, and only a few to get it right. If the carrots are too brined, if the cucumber isn’t enough, if the meat isn’t ratioed properly… the whole deck of cards comes crashing down. Aloha Cafe threads this needle like a master seamstress, devoted to their craft.
If you’re downtown and don’t try this place out, I pity thee for missing out on this incredible hidden gem.