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Asheville Wine Bars and Craft Cocktails

Best Places for a Drink in Downtown Asheville: Wine Bars & Craft Cocktails
 

Looking for the best bars in downtown Asheville? Whether you're in the mood for a handcrafted cocktail, a glass of locally curated wine, or a stylish lounge to unwind in, Asheville’s drink scene has something for every taste.
 

This mountain town isn’t just known for its craft beer—our Asheville wine bars and cocktail lounges are just as impressive, offering everything from expertly mixed classics to creative, locally inspired concoctions. Whether you’re searching for the perfect date night spot, a cozy wine bar, or a high-energy cocktail lounge, we’ve rounded up the top places to grab a drink in Asheville.
 

Explore our curated list of downtown Asheville’s best bars, and don’t miss our guides to Asheville breweries, rooftop bars, and late-night spots to complete your experience in Beer City USA.

Downtown Asheville Cocktails & Wine

Antidote at Chemist Spirits is a three-story journey into early 1900s apothecary charm, where the ambiance is as carefully crafted as the cocktails.

Sip on a smooth glass Champagne, a hot cappuccino, or a perfectly mixed cocktail while wandering through thousands of used and rare books at this cozy Book Exchange inside the historic Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville.

Date Idea: Take a food & drink tour with Taste Carolina in downtown Asheville that includes the best cocktail bars and breweries. Read more!

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