You might be familiar with The Times Bar & Coffee Shop as an intimate, sophisticated spot for a late-night craft cocktail — but did you know they also have a sensational selection of all drinks bright + summery? Or an impressive lineup of craft coffee creations?
This posh, elegant locale recently upgraded its menu + expanded its daytime hours. We checked it out so you can #TryThis for yourself. 👇
What we tried (with pricing):
Thanks to The Times’ new hours, you can start drinking (coffee, booze, or mocktails) at 10 a.m. Their coffee is available until 6 p.m. + signature cocktails through 1 a.m.
We started with the specialty Cardacoco Latte ($5), a creamsicle dream of an espresso drink that involves coconut, cardamom + delicate slivers of orange zest.
We also tried the effervescent Summer Bellini (think: lemon, bubbles, slightly tart + very drinkable, $8), and the Espresso Martini ($12), which is officially all-the-rage again — for good reason.
What we tried next:
For a 2 p.m. “nightcap,” we finished with the flagship Half Nelson ($14), a smoked bourbon cocktail with a cherry-forward, fruity flourish.
What not to miss:
The seasonal cocktail list. These locally-sourced, majorly creative cocktails are only available for about 3 months before The Times’ mastermind bartenders develop fresh, new concoctions. Before summer ends, you can try the Kiwi Lime Pie (think: alcoholic key lime pie in a cup) for $15 + for those who like it spicy, the Sage & Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band (starring fresno chili, sage, lime, bitters, pineapple, rum) for $12.
What we’re still talking about:
The interior design + decor. Seriously, we’re obsessed. The combination of vaulted ceilings, gold walls + velvety red curtains had us feeling transported to the 1920s (but like, post-pandemic). Basically, any photo taken in here is Instagram-worthy.
Things to know if you go:
- Experience: Coffee, cocktails + beyond at The Times Bar & Coffee Shop
- Price: Drinks range from $3-15
- Website: https://www.thetimesbarasheville.com/
- Address: 56 Patton Ave.
- Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Mon.-Tues., 4:30 p.m.-11 p.m.
- Social: Facebook | Instagram Ⓟ
