Welcome to La Bodega by Cúrate
La Bodega by Cúrate offers a taste of Basque cuisine in Asheville, NC. Known for its casual atmosphere and wonderful tapas selection, this Spanish-inspired bakery provides a delightful dining experience. Customers rave about dishes like Gazpacho, Pan Con Tomate, and Bomba de Bodega, all bursting with flavor. The menu is extensive, featuring meats, cheeses, seafood, and more, ensuring you'll find something to satisfy your cravings. The friendly service and charming ambiance make it a perfect spot for a relaxed meal or quick bite. Don't miss out on the burnt Basque cheesecake and delectable pastries that are sure to leave a lasting impression.
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32 S Lexington Ave Asheville, NC 2880132 S Lexington Ave Asheville, NC 28801 Hotline: (828) 630-0330
Welcome to La Bodega by Cúrate, a Basque-inspired bakery offering a taste of Spain in the heart of Asheville, NC. This quaint establishment not only provides a cozy and casual atmosphere but also boasts a wide range of delectable Spanish tapas, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts.
With a menu that includes options for pescatarians and vegans, La Bodega caters to a diverse range of dietary preferences. From classics like Gazpacho and Pan Con Tomate to the flavorful Bomba de Bodega, each dish is expertly crafted to tantalize your taste buds.
Customer reviews rave about the attentive service and wonderful recommendations provided by the staff, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely brunch or a quick bite to eat, La Bodega has something for everyone.
As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I can confidently say that La Bodega by Cúrate stands out for its delightful ambiance, delicious tapas, and exceptional service. The variety of options available, from charcuterie to sandwiches, ensure that there's something for every palate to enjoy.
So, if you're looking to savor the flavors of Spain in a charming setting, make sure to visit La Bodega by Cúrate for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Casual atmosphere and wonderful choice of tapas. We had Gazpacho, Pan Con Tomate, and Bomba de Bodega, which were all tasty and wonderful. I would imagine that everything on their menu would be similar. Just as important our server Lauren was attentive and helpful.
Food was very delicious and the service was great. Forgot to ask for her name but the waitress was extremely helpful and gave amazing recommendations. Would definitely recommend the croissant bikini, very flavorful. The ambiance was calm and pleasant, perfect for a late breakfast.
This was excellent. Meats/cheeses (especially the amazing blue), pan con tomato, anchovies, tortilla pintxo, gazpacho, pork belly, patatas, mac & cheese, croquetas, and mushroom arroz were all amazing, and I think I could order any of these again on a future visit. I'd also be open to trying new things given that the menu is large and there's a lot we didn't get to try.
La Bodega is the perfect spot to enjoy snacks. The tapas are just as good as Curate but there is a limited selection. The cafe part is upstairs with a cool bar with leather round bar stools. We have also enjoyed the jamon sandwiches to go from the downstairs area. We shared the pan con tomate with manchego, melone y jamon, the fried pork belly with the Curate table hot sauce, and the bomba, which was a fried pork ball with 3 sauces. Everything was delicious and our server was excellent and attentive.
Get some of curate's food to go and a pig souvenir. The burnt basque cheesecake is very good.
I came in for lunch on a Saturday without a reservation. This casual sandwich and small plates spot has a fun European bar feel with leather armchairs, wooden high tops, and fun art throughout. I had the charcuterie, fried sardines, and a baguette with a cider on tap. The fried sardines were super good and recommend to anyone who likes fish. They were great on the warm toasted baguette. The blue cheese was great and always love a good chorizo on the charcuterie board. If you like Curate, this is a great casual version where you can pop in to buy a bottle of wine or sliced charcuterie downstairs or dine in upstairs.
We chose this bistro for our ladies lunch and drove in from the mountains where we had been motorcycle riding with our husbands! We needed a break from the twisties! Beginning with cocktails, we enjoyed the city vibe and sophistication! Our waiter was professional and knowledgeable, kind, and gracious. We enjoyed the charcuterie, olives and potato chips for starters. Delish! The mains were sandwiches and the Friday special of calamari and lentils. Again, delish! The only disappointment was the "bread" pudding--more like French toast, and partly scorched. Even the waiter pointed out the burnt parts left on the plate (but didn't offer a replacement). The Basque cheesecake was perfect-- We will come back to this sun-filled second floor cafe!
YUM. Literally EVERY bit I had here was delicious. The pastries are perfect, order one of everything. The salad is perfect, I'd recommend adding some tasty shrimps on top. Each of the sandwiches are lovely. There was a special where grilled banana and pork belly - tasty! The service is great and the upstairs is super cute. It gets busy so a reservation on the weekend is a good idea.
We stopped here for brunch on a Saturday and easily found two spots at the bar. The bartender was super friendly and we ordered two mimosas. Our lunches were great. I'll be back for that burger ASAP. I'm already planning my next meal here. Not pictured is the croissant bread pudding with vanilla cream and butterscotch and it's probably not pictured because I got way too excited when it arrived. Thank goodness I don't live closer I would be trying to eat a plate of that bread pudding daily... it's warm and the texture is perfect plus it's the perfect sweetness, not over the top. My goodness it's good! What a beautiful spot with delicious food. I can't wait to return maybe next time for dinner.
After dining at Curate last night, we wanted to grab lunch before heading to the airport. The menu here is much more limited, including soup, salads, charcuterie and sandwiches. But the Spanish influence is alive here as well. I started with the Gazpacho soup (chilled tomato and cucumber) and finished with the Bocadillo de canvas fritas (crispy red shrimp, aioli and green Spanish peppers). My wife had the Bocadillo de Jamon (Serrano ham, Manchego cheese and fresh tomato). Both were served on a warm baguette and featured incredible flavor, freshness and texture. The wait staff was super friendly, welcoming and oh so helpful. It's a great choice for an affordable lunch or dinner.