It’s Lunch Time Craving authentic Indian food? Mela borrows tastes from the plains of Punjab and the Malabar coast to serve Western North Carolina a fanfare of Indian flavor. For upwards of a decade Mela has delivered consistent cuisine to the foodies of Asheville, NC. Mela is a favorite among locals and is renowned within its community as having the best lunch in Asheville. Community Renowned   The restaurant was recently awarded 2ndplace for best business lunch by Mountain Xpress. Considering Asheville’s sizable […]

Eat The Best Asheville, NC frequently ranks among the top U.S. cities for foodies. With over one hundred restaurants in downtown Asheville alone, fine food is a dime a dozen for this mountain town. New restaurants pop up like carbonated bubbles in craft beer. So, what does it take to become one of the best places to eat in Asheville NC?   Plenty of places nail fine American cuisine with the best of barbecue and bar food. Whereas few are brave enough […]

A Place to Come Together ‘Mela’ is a Hindi word. It translates in English to mean ‘a fair’ or a coming together of people in celebration. For Western North Carolina, Mela also means one of the best Asheville bars. With its central location on Lexington Ave. in the heart of downtown, Mela offers more than just a delicious place for food. It’s a place to drink, celebrate, and come together over fine cuisine and serious cocktails.   When you decide […]