Thirsty Monk
Pub and Brewery$$$$
Downtown Asheville, Asheville
"Always a great selection of Belgian beers downstairs"(5 Tips)
"This place has an awesome Belgium beer selection, but no TVs."(5 Tips)
"Awesome fish and chips paired with an amazing selection of beers."(15 Tips)
"Skip the Belgian bar downstairs"(3 Tips)
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Wanna See It AllJune 27, 2013Downstairs section. Great beer selection & knowledgeable bartender. Do not dare order a Miller Lite. Beer is kinda expensive but its about quality. Cool bathroom art. Beer menu differ from upstairs
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Recognized as one of the best beer bars in the world, they tap over 1,000 different beers a year. Be sure to check out the unique & charming ambiance of the Belgian Bar in the basement.Upvote4Downvote
Paul McRaeMay 5, 2014My favorite of the many establishments we visited on our trip to Asheville. The Fat Tire Pretzel Bites were delicious as were several of the drafts we tried. Thumbs up!Upvote3Downvote
Brittany PerrySeptember 3, 2013Go to the downstairs bar for sure...ask for Melissa. She's wicked nice and super knowledgable on their Belgians. Great spot to hang with friends and enjoy a great brew!
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Nick AguirreAugust 21, 2014Cool craft beer dive-bar. Lower-level is much cooler place to hang during hot summer months. Solid selection of local, craft beers.UpvoteDownvote
Paul ReynoldsDecember 4, 2013There's not a lot of table service. Your best bet is to walk up to the bar and place your order. All of the staff are actually very friendly, just busy!UpvoteDownvote
Brittany ThomasJanuary 1, 2015Top of the monk serves amazing cocktails, be prepared to wait at least five solid minutes for two, but they will be perfectly crafted.UpvoteDownvote
Todd WhiteFebruary 16, 2015Huge beer selection that is always some of the best ones out at any time. They get stuff others just never canUpvoteDownvote
Jillian SprengerFebruary 13, 2011We got the local flight thinking we could make our own sample combo- false. Blueberry and Highland Gaelic are yummy, but the others are sub par. I'd say grab a friend and order full beers to share.UpvoteDownvote
Visit North CarolinaApril 2, 2013With 36 beers on tap and more than 150 bottles, this American Pint House & Belgian Beer Bar is an ideal velue to celebrate #NCBeerMonth.Upvote14Downvote
A great bar - especially for beer fans. Belgians downstairs, American craft beers up. Get a flight or half pours to cover more ground.Upvote1Downvote
Adi P.December 7, 2013Can be a bit pricey but they have a huge selection of beer and the hummus was awesome when I wentUpvoteDownvote
Lysa FisherDecember 11, 2012I usually go downstairs to the Belgian bar. Friendly bartenders are eager to give suggestions and samples!UpvoteDownvote
- Lauren AshleyJuly 6, 2014This place has an awesome Belgium beer selection, but no TVs. We wanted to watch futbol so that was our only complaint!UpvoteDownvote
- David ModaffJanuary 14, 2016Awesome fish and chips paired with an amazing selection of beers.UpvoteDownvote
Great bar! Go to the downstairs bar! Belgium central.UpvoteDownvote
Eric DucoteAugust 24, 2013Check out downstairs for great Belgian ales, ground level for local and American favorites.UpvoteDownvote
The Belgian bar downstairs is the town secret. You will not be disappointed.UpvoteDownvote
Dana GasparichMay 11, 2012The smoked trout baguette was amazing! One of the best sandwiches I've ever had!Upvote1Downvote
Nikko SchaffJanuary 13, 2014Bring your friends and order the pint of bacon. Like the menu says, don't overthink if.UpvoteDownvote
Ryan KilloranJune 24, 2013Disclaimer; I'm visiting from out of town, so I'm not a local. Downstairs: the bartenders are knowledgeable, but not very personable. Seating is awkward at bar (uncomfortable) and tables (too small).UpvoteDownvote
Go after 4pm on Wednesday for Pint Glass Day. Buy a beer, keep the glass :) CheersUpvote1Downvote
Jason BaxterMay 19, 2012Pizza was great, lots of good toppings. I got ground beef, mushrooms and avocados. Fries were okay, but not great. Good beer selection according to my beer drinking companions.UpvoteDownvote
Best place to taste beers of all types aroundUpvote1Downvote
Henry SAugust 13, 2013Downstairs Belgian bar is very low-key, recommended for any date on which you're not supposed to be seen.Upvote1Downvote
Mollie O.January 4, 2014Gouden Carolus Noel and the Silly Enghien Noel Triple Blonde are amazing.UpvoteDownvote
I used to love this place...but food took over an hour, was cold, and they have no wait staff/bartenders for a busy Saturday, menu is not as good as used to be. Only good for beer now.Upvote1Downvote
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- Mon–Thu
- 4:00 PM–Midnight
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–1:30 AM
- Sun
- Noon–10:00 PM
(828) 254-5470
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