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Lunch break done right
Plates are piled high at Little Pig BBQ. | Photo by AVLtoday
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Asheville. Check out this list of 35+ places where a lunch for one costs $10 or less.
5 Points Restaurant
There are plenty of beautifully (and speedily) executed meals to be had at this iconic diner, including an $8.25 lamb gyro sandwich, an $8.75 chicken gyro sandwich, plus melts, and cheeseburgers.
5 Points Diner is a lively, lovely spot.
Photo via 5 Points Diner
Thai Chili Asian Bistro
This Thai restaurant will leave you absolutely spoiled for choice with 20 different lunch specials under $10, including everything from massaman curry and lo mein to pad ka-pow.
Little Pigs BBQ
Grab a barbecue sandwich for $6.50; a tray with barbecue, slaw, and three hushpuppies for $7.50; or a regular barbecue plate with chopped pork barbecue, three hushpuppies, and your choice of two sides for $9.75.
Orales Bar & Grill
There are more than 20 options on the Tex-Mex restaurant’s lunch special menu to keep you on budget.
Cellarest Beer Project’s 4th Bday Bash | Friday, Feb. 28 -Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | Cellarest Beer Project | Free | Cheers to four years of the small batch brewery with special beers, merch designed by local artist Wade Asa, and Thai food from Cassia.
After The Storm Winter Jam Benefit Concert | 5-9 p.m. | The Mule at Devil’s Foot Beverage | $15+ | The Hypnotic Band and The Dirty Bird Band will take the stage to benefit Asheville Creative Arts.
80s vs 90s Dance Party | 9 p.m. | The Orange Peel | Acid-wash jeans and big hair take on baggy jeans and grungy flannels at this swingin’ social.
Saturday, March 1
“March Melodrama” | Saturday, March 1-Sunday, March 2 | 3-5 p.m. | UNC Asheville, Lipinsky Auditorium | $20 | Celebrate the Blue Ridge Orchestra’s 25th season with this performance conducted by guest Franklin Keel, a local cellist and composer.
OpenDoors Art Affair | 6:45-11:59 p.m. | Asheville Masonic Temple | $150+ | Enjoy food, bevs, and entertainment while bidding on art to support the nonprofit — you can also bid remotely.
Eyes Up Here Comedy | 7 p.m. | Ginger’s Revenge | $18+ | See the stellar lineup of femme comedians from Asheville and beyond to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of this troupe.
Sunday, March 2
Asheville Jazz Orchestra | 7:30 p.m. | The Grey Eagle | $26+ | Spend your Sunday evening taking in the excitement and energy of Swing Era classics.
Monday, March 3
Balance Series for Falls Prevention | 8-9:30 a.m. | Asheville Community Yoga | $100 | Join the first of the six-class series to build strength and flexibility for your daily activities.
Tuesday, March 4
Book Launch: “Stronger than the Storm: Hurricane Helene in WNC” | 6-7:30 p.m. | Buncombe County Special Collections | Free | Editor Shelley McKechnie and the writers and artists who contributed to the book will discuss how they’ve put together the intimate collection of essays, artwork, and poems.
Art Charleston is centered around innovation and fashion this year. | Photos by MCG Photography
Ready for a Lowcountry road trip? Immerse yourself in the Holy City’s creative culture during Art Charleston, happening Wednesday, April 23–Sunday, April 27 at The Gibbes Museum of Art.
The five-day festival highlights the visual arts with:
Signature events including the Art of Design Luncheon, Gibbes on the Street, Sew Surreal Fashion Show, and Artisan Fair
Asheville Food and Beverage Union co-chair and public housing advocate Jen Hampton, Buncombe County Election Services Director Corinne Duncan, and community organizer Katie McMullen have been recognized as USA Today Women of the Year honorees. Meet each of these women and learn about their influential work in the wake of Helene. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Development
One step at a time. Construction has begun to build a mile of sidewalk along New Haw Creek Road from Beverly Road to Bell Road. The project, which will improve pedestrian connectivity to local schools and parks, is expected to wrap up in 18 months. Expect some temporary lane closures.
Traffic
For the first time since Helene, a section of I-40 between NC and TN in Haywood County will reopen. Tomorrow, March 1, the stretch through Pigeon River Gorge will open with one lane in each direction.
Announced
A burn ban is in effect in Buncombe County through Wednesday, March 5 at 9 a.m., with fire danger increased due to dry conditions and high winds. Fire pits, grills, and outdoor stoves are still permitted. Reminder: Open burning is always illegal in Asheville city limits.
Coming Soon
A gem of a new shop is opening in Biltmore Park. Popular jewelry brand Kendra Scott will open a storefront in the plaza next to Fleet Feet and Cheveux Salon. The Friday, March 7 grand opening comes with a weekend of special events.
Real Estate
In addition to approving an affordable apartment complex at Brevard Road at this week’s meeting, the Asheville City Council also approved a zoning request for a 304-unit Sweeten Creek Road apartment complex. (Blue Ridge Public Radio)
Outdoors
Beginning tonight, Feb. 28, you can see seven planets — Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury, and Saturn — all in alignment. Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, and Mars can be seen with the naked eye, but you’ll need a telescope to get the full planetary picture. (BBC)
Holiday
What are you doing to observe Ramadan, Asheville? Let us know so we can add it to our events calendar.
Home
Servicing your HVAC often feels optional — but it really isn’t. If your system is showing any of these 5 red flags, it’s time to make a call.*
Make sure your debris is placed by the curb. | Photo via City of Asheville
As we all know, Helene recovery is a slow and steady process. As progress continues, it’s important to keep track of approaching deadlines for assistance programs and recovery resources. Here’s a refresher on what’s coming up.
Placing storm debris in public right-of-ways | Deadline: Saturday, March 1 | Make sure to put your debris by the curb, because contractors will do a final sweep after this Saturday — sort it and only use clear bags if you need to contain it.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance | Deadline: Monday, March 10 | People who are unemployed as a result of Helene are eligible for benefits, including business owners.
Private Property Debris Removal application | Deadline: Tuesday, April 15 | If you miss the March 1 deadline or need help moving debris, you can apply for free assistance through the program.
An at-home golf simulator. Get back in the game before golf season starts with $100 off a Phigolf Home Golf Game Simulator, which comes with a sensor that can fit into your own clubs and 38,000+ GPS-mapped golf courses to play. Fun fact: It was successfully funded on Kickstarter.
If you’re missing your La Bodega order, don’t fret. Beginning Tuesday, March 4, Curate will be open every day for lunch service, serving up some La Bodega favorites like bocadillos and ensaladas with crispy shrimp.
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