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Casual eatery in North Asheville serving up seasonal fare, shareable plates & craft cocktails with intention and unexpected flavors. We’re all about cooking with intention and purposeful ingredients to deliver a depth of flavor. Slowing down to do something well makes the enjoyment of great food and good conversation that much better. Our food is straightforward and authentic. Our sharable plates change seasonally as we celebrate locally‐sourced produce at its prime. Seasonal eating is a delicious and sustainable way to support your local food purveyors and enjoy both recognizable flavors, as well as the unexpected. We hope to be that third place for you to gather and catch up over a delicious meal and craft cocktails.
Hours
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 4–9 PM |
| Sunday | 4–9 PM |
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 952 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
Phone: (828) 412-3472
Website: https://www.eatatlittleds.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
Review Man
Amazing local gem of a restaurant. Steak was done to perfection. The atmosphere is fine dining. The staff are great .
… moreTodd Hausman
We celebrated a birthday dinner here with friends. We shared several shareable plates and the grilled red beets were the best out of the three. Then we had main dishes. The steak was absolutely delicious and the pork chop is amazing! You definitely will not be disappointed. We will be back for more celebrations!
… moreGrace S
We have waited a long time to try Little D though it’s in our neighborhood and we shop at Fresh Market several times a week. Till we came across Little D at Heritage Fire last year and had a chance to experience its food, we knew little about the place. It is a nice and unique little place in the hood with creative food and charming decor. Place is small so reservations highly recommended. It was a busy night and diners look sophisticated. Our server was friendly though a tad over the top and not so authentic for a sophisticated place. It was super noisy and our aged neighbors had a hard time hearing. Food was beautifully and creatively presented. Shareable were small portions and fairly pricey if a group were to order many to share. Food was good but not a wow and totally over salted We had requested low salt due to a dietary need for our aged neighbors and our food came loaded with salt! I hope Little D chefs pay attention to this as I saw that others have mentioned this too in their reviews. We are sitting on the fence on Little D at the moment. We feel it deserves another visit. We are not getting a clear idea its positioning yet and we hope it finds its groove. It can really be a nice go to place for a nice dinner in the neighborhood.
… moreSarah Gordon
Saturday around 6pm there should’ve been a line out the door for this place, and I am manifesting that it will. We got to sit at the bar and Andrew took care of us, as sober people it was nice to see a mocktail section.
We ordered the focaccia, meatballs and gnocchi and the cinnamon cheesecake.
I should’ve, and maybe would’ve given a more private seating lick every one of those plates tonight.
The cinnamon meringue was my favorite component tonight. I am a cinnamon girl, and that was delightful. It was also nice that the chef de cuisine (Chef Sam) also brought out the cheesecake. He was another delight that came with it.
Sweet potato gnocchi was my next favorite. All the textures and flavors complimented each other so well. I could eat that every night
… moreWe ordered the focaccia, meatballs and gnocchi and the cinnamon cheesecake.
I should’ve, and maybe would’ve given a more private seating lick every one of those plates tonight.
The cinnamon meringue was my favorite component tonight. I am a cinnamon girl, and that was delightful. It was also nice that the chef de cuisine (Chef Sam) also brought out the cheesecake. He was another delight that came with it.
Sweet potato gnocchi was my next favorite. All the textures and flavors complimented each other so well. I could eat that every night
The Asheville Googlist
Following an authentically warm welcome from the host I was seated and took in my surroundings, which I’ll attempt to chronicle as eclectic upscale casual with scattered diner features. Ask me tomorrow and I’d likely describe it differently but the main thing was, it felt inviting and warm and cozy and worth the trip to the far side of Merrimon.
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Service was flawless and effortlessly gracious; many thanks, Nicole.
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The salad of charred beets and apples was a masterpiece of texture, taste and presentation.
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The focaccia, from Asheville Proper, was decadently satisfying. Its dip tasted a bit off to me – perhaps too much sage? But hey, silly me, it’s described as a “sage dipping oil,” after all.
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The accoutrements to the gnocchi were nice, but the dumplings themselves were unforgettable – pillowy morsels of otherworldly deliciousness with wonderfully crispy edges, oh my!
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My apple tart was served with a “fall-spiced” ice cream that brought tears to my eyes – after a fall of unparalleled suffering and loss in Western North Carolina, its familiar, comforting flavors lifted my spirits with the promise of better autumns to come.
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Service was flawless and effortlessly gracious; many thanks, Nicole.
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The salad of charred beets and apples was a masterpiece of texture, taste and presentation.
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The focaccia, from Asheville Proper, was decadently satisfying. Its dip tasted a bit off to me – perhaps too much sage? But hey, silly me, it’s described as a “sage dipping oil,” after all.
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The accoutrements to the gnocchi were nice, but the dumplings themselves were unforgettable – pillowy morsels of otherworldly deliciousness with wonderfully crispy edges, oh my!
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My apple tart was served with a “fall-spiced” ice cream that brought tears to my eyes – after a fall of unparalleled suffering and loss in Western North Carolina, its familiar, comforting flavors lifted my spirits with the promise of better autumns to come.
Reverend Harris
The service, wine recommendation, and atmosphere was wonderful. I tipped the server twice. 3 out of 4 in our party were very pleased with their food. I thought my wife’s pork chop was more med well than med. My duck with pasta was overly salty and the grilled broccoli seemed overcooked but that could be my pallet. With more experience, I could could make better choices. Still 4+ rating.
… moreLockie Hunter
It feels like it’s time to review Little D’s. This is our fave neighborhood haunt. We have been several times. I’m always a little worried when I write a review that others will discover what a secret gem this place is, but I will write one nonetheless because Little Ds Deserves recognition.
So what is to love?
1. The bartenders!
We always sit at the bar. The bartenders are excellent, and I enjoy the vibe of the bar. It is lit perfectly and we can talk to the bartenders about our favorite potions and tonics and they are quick to make a beautiful drink. In the winter time, I enjoyed a wonderful winter daiquiri, and now that it is spring, there’s a daiquiri called “Torrents of Summer“ that is similar but also distinct from the winter version. So many other creative cocktails to enjoy. Including one recently that had Matcha in it. These are true mixologists!
2. The focaccia! This is unlike any focaccia we’ve ever had. Throw away all your notions of focaccia, except for the soft inside. This has a wonderful flavor and the softness of a traditional focaccia, but boasts a surprising crunch on the outside. This is the best focaccia I’ve ever had. And we make a lot of bread at home as well. That is high praise indeed.
3. We always order the shareable plates. The beef tartare is enough for a meal. Pair it with the focaccia, and you actually have some bread to take home. Other favorite shareable plates include seasonal gnocchi and beets; there is also usually some sort of shrimp or scallop offering. At one point, they had a foam that was on the scallops that was amazing. The menu changes seasonally, and there’s always something new to try.
4. The portions are usually generous. Something like a shareable scallop dish would certainly have fewer scallops than a main course, but again, paired with the focaccia or a salad, and you have a full meal.
5. They have gender neutral bathrooms! Yay. As someone who works a great deal with the trans and non-binary community, you have no idea how important this is. Thank you!
… moreSo what is to love?
1. The bartenders!
We always sit at the bar. The bartenders are excellent, and I enjoy the vibe of the bar. It is lit perfectly and we can talk to the bartenders about our favorite potions and tonics and they are quick to make a beautiful drink. In the winter time, I enjoyed a wonderful winter daiquiri, and now that it is spring, there’s a daiquiri called “Torrents of Summer“ that is similar but also distinct from the winter version. So many other creative cocktails to enjoy. Including one recently that had Matcha in it. These are true mixologists!
2. The focaccia! This is unlike any focaccia we’ve ever had. Throw away all your notions of focaccia, except for the soft inside. This has a wonderful flavor and the softness of a traditional focaccia, but boasts a surprising crunch on the outside. This is the best focaccia I’ve ever had. And we make a lot of bread at home as well. That is high praise indeed.
3. We always order the shareable plates. The beef tartare is enough for a meal. Pair it with the focaccia, and you actually have some bread to take home. Other favorite shareable plates include seasonal gnocchi and beets; there is also usually some sort of shrimp or scallop offering. At one point, they had a foam that was on the scallops that was amazing. The menu changes seasonally, and there’s always something new to try.
4. The portions are usually generous. Something like a shareable scallop dish would certainly have fewer scallops than a main course, but again, paired with the focaccia or a salad, and you have a full meal.
5. They have gender neutral bathrooms! Yay. As someone who works a great deal with the trans and non-binary community, you have no idea how important this is. Thank you!
Missy Rudi
10 out of 10!! This place is absolutely phenomenal! The drinks are perfectly curated and the food! Oh my goodness, the food! This was legitimately one of the best meals we have eaten! The flavors, the thought, the execution, all were incredible!!!! Will definitely be recommending this place to everyone we know.
… moreS Dawson
We live here. We eat at a new place every weekend.
This is THE BEST food and drink we have found. A must!!!!
The kitchen is a master artist of flavors. Wow! Thank you and see you soon!
… moreThis is THE BEST food and drink we have found. A must!!!!
The kitchen is a master artist of flavors. Wow! Thank you and see you soon!
Moe Davis
I’ll be honest, Little D’s was not on my top 5 list of places I haven’t tried yet in Asheville that I wanted to try. It’s in a nondescript shopping center with a grocery store, a nail salon, and a pet store, and had never caught my attention. A friend ate there and liked it, and suggested it one night when we were going out to dinner. I’m glad he did. We tried it … and we liked it so much that we went back again a week later.
Little D’s is not very large. There are several tables and a few seats at the bar. The service is excellent … friendly, helpful, and attentive. The menu is fairly small with maybe 12 to 15 appetizers/shareables and 5 or 6 main courses plus a couple of daily specials. I’d never had an old fashioned … not sure why because I’m a bourbon guy. Bartender Andrew made me one and now I’m an old fashioned guy. We started with the roasted butternut squash focaccia and fried oysters, and both were delicious. For main courses, my wife and I both ordered the stuffed butternut squash (see photo). It’s a butternut squash cut in half and stuffed with kale, white beans, onions, walnuts, goat cheese, and a fig balsamic topping. My wife is pescatarian (or is it presbyterian?), so it was a logical pick for her. I’m not pescatarian, but I saw it delivered to another table and it looked really good, so I decided to try it too. How good was it, you ask? So good that when we went back a week later we ordered it again. Friends that were with us ordered the lamb special and the mahi mahi, and they both gave their entrees a thumbs up as well. In my view, the food is outstanding.
If you’re looking for a place to eat in North Asheville, you should definitely consider Little D’s … who knows, we might see you there.
… moreLittle D’s is not very large. There are several tables and a few seats at the bar. The service is excellent … friendly, helpful, and attentive. The menu is fairly small with maybe 12 to 15 appetizers/shareables and 5 or 6 main courses plus a couple of daily specials. I’d never had an old fashioned … not sure why because I’m a bourbon guy. Bartender Andrew made me one and now I’m an old fashioned guy. We started with the roasted butternut squash focaccia and fried oysters, and both were delicious. For main courses, my wife and I both ordered the stuffed butternut squash (see photo). It’s a butternut squash cut in half and stuffed with kale, white beans, onions, walnuts, goat cheese, and a fig balsamic topping. My wife is pescatarian (or is it presbyterian?), so it was a logical pick for her. I’m not pescatarian, but I saw it delivered to another table and it looked really good, so I decided to try it too. How good was it, you ask? So good that when we went back a week later we ordered it again. Friends that were with us ordered the lamb special and the mahi mahi, and they both gave their entrees a thumbs up as well. In my view, the food is outstanding.
If you’re looking for a place to eat in North Asheville, you should definitely consider Little D’s … who knows, we might see you there.