Edison Craft Ales + Kitchen, which originally opened in 2013, is named for Thomas Edison and his crew of vagabonds, which included automotive industry leaders Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford. These men frequented the Asheville area, drawn by the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Today, you’ll take in views of these mountains from the restaurant’s terrace seating while you sip on small batch cocktails named for Edison, Ford, Firestone, and others. The stunning setting, variety of craft brews, and inventive well-done Southern favorites make this a 4-star restaurant worthy of a visit.
Edison Craft Ales + Kitchen is part of the Omni Grove Park Inn. You’ll find several other bars and restaurants there in addition to impressive large stone fireplaces in the hotel lobby and bar area. If you haven’t made a reservation, which we recommend, you’ll find plenty of incredible places to sit and wait for your table to be ready.
Seating areas at Edison Craft Ales + Kitchen include the bar, which is front and center for sports television, the outdoor terrace, and the main dining area right off the bar. The terrace is heated for comfort on chilly nights. The dining room showcases works of art from Asheville area locals. The decor and atmosphere in Edison Craft Ales + Kitchen combined industrial accents — think exposed beams, piping, and bare bulb fixtures — with luxury modern materials, as seen in the chairs and tables.
Edison Craft Ales + Kitchen is open for lunch, dinner, and late night seven days a week. You’ll find lunch, dinner, and modern pub fare snacks along with a rotating selection of draft beers, small-batch bourbon, and other spirits culled from the Asheville area. All the food and beverages are carefully chosen to show off the contemporary food culture of Asheville while honoring Southern culinary history.
While the menu changes seasonally, here are a few fan favorites:
Shrimp + Grits
A Southern classic done right with creamy grits and fresh, flavorful shrimp.
Charred Octopus
If you’re a seafood fan, this charred octopus is just what you need. Spicy chickpea, roasted cherry tomato, and arugula make the perfect topping for this charred delight.
Bison Meatloaf
Jalapeno grits, pickled red onion, and barbecue sauce to satisfy all your cravings, this is one meatloaf you won’t want to miss out on.
Pretzel Bread
The salty pretzel bread dipped into a hoppy IPA cheese fondue or slathered with honey butter is the perfect starter or happy hour snack.
Barbecue Vegan Brat
If you’ve got a vegan appetite, this brat is just what you need to fill your stomach. Try the topping of this orange slaw, spicy apple barbecue sauce, and pretzel bun to make it one delicious plate.
Edison Craft Ales + Kitchen has a rotating selection of Asheville area craft brews and special cocktails. These are not to be missed; however, they do change frequently so it’s not feasible to recommend just one beverage. Ask the server for their current favorites, or go with a beer flight to sample several brews.
Insider Tips:
-Reservations are recommended
-High-definition televisions along the bar area make this a favorite spot for game day get-togethers
-Arrive before sunset and snag a seat on the terrace to watch the sun set over the Blue Ridge Mountains