tuesday-wednesday 11:00am-9:30pm
thursday-sunday 11:00am-10:30pm
asheville, nc 28801
(828) 239-2946
Experience the essence of Spain in downtown Asheville! Housed in a renovated 1920s bus depot, Cúrate offers traditional Spanish tapas in a warm and lively atmosphere with an open kitchen. in 2022, Cúrate, helmed by Katie Button & Felix Meana, received the James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Hospitality.
For those who have visited Spain, the Cúrate menu will bring back memories of the country’s best jamón Ibérico, vermuterías, and lively tapas culture. In recognition of the restaurant’s all-Spanish wine list, Cúrate was listed as one of America’s 50 Wine Restaurants We Love in 2021 by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Cúrate means ‘cure yourself’ in Spanish, reflecting the belief that there are curative effects in sharing good food and wine with family and friends.
menu changes seasonally
food allergies?
please notify your server!
GF: Gluten Free
LF: Lactose Free
V: Vegan
TNF: Tree Nut Free
we compost all paper & food materials
our bread is produced in a facility handling tree nuts, milk, eggs and soy
* this menu item contains raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs; consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Started with the Pan Con Tomate, Jamon de Bellota, and both options for the Anchovies. All of them were great but the Anchovies might have been the best I’ve ever had. That salty umami goodness is unbeatable.
Second round was the Patatas Bravas and Galician-Style Octopus. Once again, as good as I’ve had, especially the Octopus which was perfectly tender and came with a wonderful puree.
Finished with the Croquetas de Pollo, Stuffed Piquillo Peppers, and the Lamb Skewers. We have Croquetas often but these were superb.
Washed it all down with a pitcher (or two) of the white sangria. Incredible meal and I look forward to returning at some point soon!
Join us for an intimate and exclusive wine dinner on Thursday, June 5th at @curatetapasbar featuring Finca @viladellops winemaker Marcelo Desvalls and presented in partnership with @thewinetones and importer Marta Plana!
Located in Cúrate’s intimate wine cellar, this five-course Mediterranean-inspired tapas dinner will be stewarded by premier Penedès enólogo (vigneron) Finca Viladellops and paired with their 100% organically farmed estate Garnatxas (Grenache) and Xarel·los, both indigenous varieties to the Garraf Massif region.
Part of our ongoing curated wine dinner series, this event offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with the people behind the wine while enjoying a one-of-a-kind culinary journey through Spain.
Tickets are limited, so grab yours now at the link in our bio!
We’ve been making some meaningful changes behind the scenes at Cúrate and it feels like the right moment to introduce you to the chef team leading us into a new and exciting era. These shifts mark a fresh chapter for our kitchen and reflect our deep commitment to Spanish cuisine that has always been at the heart of what we do.
Chef Ángel Palacios, Executive Chef
Ángel joins us from Barcelona, bringing decades of decorated experience with traditional Spanish cooking and modern technique. His role leading Michelin-starred kitchens—from serving as Executive Chef and General Manager of La Broche (Madrid and Miami), to Chef de Partie at three-starred Martín Berasategui and Katie and Felix’s own accoladed culinary alma mater, Elbulli—has gleaned countless awards and mentions, including a @foodandwine Best New Chef nod. Once a professor at Basque Culinary Center University, Ángel is already making an impact in our kitchens, sharing his knowledge and refining techniques. As @ChefKatieButton shares, “He is an incredible teacher, and we are thrilled to bring him on board to mentor our team and continue our goal of constant improvement in the experiences we create.”
Chef Amy White, Executive Chef de Cuisine
After 11 years at Cúrate, Amy steps into this role with a deep understanding of our kitchen’s rhythm and soul. She has led our prep kitchen with care, focus, and consistency. Katie says, “Amy lives and breathes the values of the culture and workplace that we are striving to create, and I am so excited to see where she will take us.”
Chef James Jefferies, Executive Sous Chef & Events Lead
James began with us as a line cook 8 years ago and has grown through nearly every role. Most recently Chef de Cuisine at La Bodega, he now leads our events kitchen with energy and insight.
As co-founder @felixmeana shares, “There is nothing that makes us happier than seeing our team grow with us. Amy and James represent the best of what we’ve built, and now, with Ángel’s strong foundation, we have the perfect combination to guide us into this next phase.” We’re so grateful for Ángel, Amy, & James. Fourteen years in, we’re still learning, still growing, and more committed than ever.
Tickets are getting low for Sips, Sweets, and Spanish Treats, a collaborative @avlbeerweek Pintxo Party hosted by Asheville’s own @chefkatiebutton of @curatetapasbar , Jess Reiser of @burialbeer , and Jael Skeffington of @frenchbroadchocolate . These three women are redefining the city’s food and drink scene with creativity and vision.
This one-night-only event features a beer and chocolate-infused menu that rethinks the traditional Cúrate tapas experience. Look out for fun nibbles like smoked trout sobrasada crostini and pluma ibérica skewers glazed in barbecue sauce, each matched with distinctive pours from Burial’s cellar. Sweet finishes with a taste of French Broad Chocolate tie it all together.
New to the Cúrate Pintxo Party series? This is your chance to catch the spirit. These lively, cocktail-style gatherings are inspired by Northern Spain and filled with flowing drinks and a rotating spread of pintxos, each one a new take on classic Spanish tapas.
Upgrade your ticket for early access and a meet-and-greet with Katie, Jess, and Jael. You can also snag a limited-edition merch bundle featuring all three brands.
This one is almost sold out, so grab a ticket at the link!
Jueves de Paella returns tomorrow for week two of our new Thursday lunchtime special!
Across Spain, Thursdays are known for paella, and we’re honoring tradition by offering a weekly rotating Paella de la Semana, served a-la-carte or as part of our Menú del Día. This week the kitchen is cooking up a bright duck arroz en paella garnished with radishes, Spanish teriyaki sauce, and a local ramp emulsion.
For those participating in our Menú del Día, enjoy a momento dulce to round off your meal with our peach sorbet and crema catalana brûlée mousse.
Join us this and every Thursday from 11:00AM-4:00PM to dig into this delicious Spanish ritual!
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 11th—let’s make it memorable!
Whether you’re celebrating your mom, mother figure, or carving out time for yourself (you deserve it, mom!), there’s no better way to celebrate than sobre mesa for a Spanish tapas brunch or dinner.
Our spring menu is abundant with seasonal produce, shareable plates, and fresh Spring cocktails and wines to cheers your momma.
Reserve your brunch or dinner at the link in our bio.
Starting this Thursday, join us for lunchtime Paella at Cúrate! Every week, we’re cooking up a seasonal rotating Paella de la Semana from 11:00am-4:00pm, served a la carte or as part of our paella menú del día—a customary midday paella experience. Great for a quick lunch hour bite or a leisurely meal!
Available every Thursday during lunch service!
April 23rd marks one of the most beloved days in Catalonia—Sant Jordi!
Across the region, streets fill with flower vendors and bookstalls, transforming cities into open-air festivals wrapped in the red and yellow of the Senyera (Catalan flag). Friends share stories, authors sign books, and couples exchange roses and literature as tokens of affection. In restaurants and bakeries, savory loaves of Pa de Sant Jordi (Sant Jordi Bread)—layered with red sobrasada to mirror the flag’s stripes—are baked in abundance as a flavorful tribute to Catalan pride.
It’s a day that is both poetic and deeply rooted in cultural identity.
At Cúrate, we never miss a chance to celebrate our roots in the best way we know how: through food. Today and through Sunday, April 27th, we’re honoring Catalan heritage by spotlighting beloved regional dishes on our main menu, alongside a selection of seasonal specials—including the traditional Pa de Sant Jordi. Ours is layered with ribbons of tangy Cúrate Sobrasada, a vibrant (and tasty) nod to tradition, served with a showstopping Cúrate Salchichón tartar and confit egg yolk.
Join us around the table this week as we continue to celebrate the spirit of Sant Jordi and the roses of our Catalan roots!
Warm spring weather calls for celebration! Beginning Easter Sunday and running through Sunday, April 27th, dine in and enjoy our Spring Celebration Week menu. An homage to @felixmeana’s Catalan heritage, this special selection of seasonal dishes is inspired by culinary tradition and the Sant Jordi holiday—a celebration of love, literature, and the legend of Saint George.
Our savory offerings include a signature tapa of Cúrate Salchichón Tartar, crowned by a bright confit egg yolk and served with a traditional Sant Jordi bread accented by bright ribbons of Cúrate Sobrasada. For your ración, our seared whole Calamari a la Plancha, griddled over high heat and finished with salsa verde, lardo, gremolata, and squid ink vinaigrette is a bright taste of the season. And for the sweet tooth, don’t miss our refined interpretation of the rustic Catalan classic, Crema Catalana—a rosemary custard gently caramelized at the last moment for a satisfying crunch.
Wine pairings from Catalan winemakers are available to complement each course and deepen your appreciation of the region’s culinary heritage. Stop in or make a reservation between April 20th–27th to sample the depth and elegance of Catalan cuisine!
The Josper is fired up and ready for weekend service!
Open from 11:00AM - 10:30PM Friday-Sunday with our full menu (and some extra afternoon-only dishes) for both lunch and dinner. Stop in or plan ahead by making a reservation at the link in our bio!
Olivar Cúrate Extra Virgin Olive Oil: a story of resilience, community, and revival, crafted in Oliete, Teruel, Spain. Now available at @curatetapasbar when you order bread service to start your meal!
When we first opened our doors, we vowed to select our suppliers based on their standards of quality and sustainability. Our olive oil program with @apadrinaunolivoorg lands squarely in the middle of both of those values. When there are so many products to be purchased, so many olive oil choices on the shelf, it takes looking deeper to really be able to choose with our hearts.
In Oliete, a breathtaking village on a sun-drenched hill, abandoned olive trees are being lovingly restored to their former glory. Through the Adopt an Olive Tree program, the Apadrina un Olivo project has sparked a renaissance: nurturing ancient trees, creating jobs, and rekindling the spirit of a community that once faced the risk of becoming a ghost town due to depopulation. Every bottle of our artisan olive oil is a testament to that transformation—a beautiful reminder that when you care for a single tree, you help breathe life back into an entire village.
From the very first drop, you`ll experience the magic of Oliete—liquid gold that sings with the pure, vibrant flavors of tradition.
Available when you come dine, or to purchase online from @curateathome ! Adopt your own olive tree through our Adopt an Olive Tree program at the link in bio to help continue Oliete’s olive oil legacy!
At Cúrate, we relish every opportunity to honor our Catalan heritage! Last night’s Catalan Wine Week dinner—hosted in collaboration with Núria Garrote-i-Esteve, Founder and Owner of @vinovidetroitbarcelona —was a deserved tribute to the region`s rich winemaking history. Thank you to all who joined us to raise a glass to the dedicated producers, vintners, and importers that are shaping Catalonia’s contemporary winemaking traditions!
Keep an eye out for details about our next wine dinner, featuring an intentionally prepared seasonal menu and expert wine pairings by Cúrate Somm Jess Salyer! ¡Salud!
A throwback to some of our favorite moments from March!
Whether you returned for weekday lunch, dined with us on anniversary night with guest chef @Rubengarciachef, or shopped our @curateathome Warehouse Sale – thank you for joining us in celebrating 14 years of Cúrate!
A special shoutout to everyone who made our first Pintxo Party back at La Bodega space with @chefedwardlee , @riseoverrunwines and @porquenoselections unforgettable. Not only did we throw one incredible party, but together we raised $5,500 for the @ashevillearts #WNCTipItForward initiative through private donations and silent auction contributions.
To our silent auction sponsors— @leeinitiative, @biltmoreestate, @highlandbrewing, @ymcawnc, @ashevillecommunityyoga, @theradicalhotelavl, @goldenhouravl, @twistedlaurel_downtownavl, @moonlightmakers, @ashevillewellnesstours, @zeldadearest, and @adventureavl —thank you for your generous donations!
We’re so grateful to celebrate another year of Cúrate with this amazing community! Our next event is this Thursday, April 3rd for our Catalan Wine Week Dinner. Snag a ticket to join the fun!
What other options are available if we aren’t comfortable with dine-in? If you are unable to secure a reservation, or if you aren’t yet comfortable with dining out, try La Bodega by Cùrate – cafe, Spanish market and wine bar.
Is there parking available? We do not offer on-site parking or valet service, but the City of Asheville offers several parking garage options. See parking garage locations and pay rates.
Do you take reservations? Yes. Reservations are required, and can be made up to 60 days in advance through Resy for parties less than 12. For future events of parties of 12 or more, explore our group offerings.
Do you charge for cancelled reservations? While we do not charge for cancelled reservations, we appreciate as much advance notice as possible.
Do you allow walk-ins? Availability for walk-ins is very limited. Guests are welcome to stop by and ask the host team about availability during service.
Can I bring my own wine? Yes. You’re welcome to bring wine. We charge a $25 per bottle corkage fee.
Do you have outdoor seating? No. All of our seating is indoors.
Do you offer gift cards? Yes. Gift cards are available to purchase in the restaurant and online. Cúrate gift cards can be used at any of our businesses – Cúrate Bar de Tapas, La Bodega by Cúrate, or Cúrate at Home. If you are looking to purchase a gift card for a Cúrate Wine Membership, visit us at shop.curatetapasbar.com.
Do you have a dress code? No. You are welcome to wear whatever you like.
Do you allow children? We welcome children of any age! Highchairs and booster seats are available upon request. We do not offer a children’s menu, but our service team is able to provide guidance on kid-friendly items. Please include children in your final guest count even if they will not be dining.
Can I bring my pet? Due to N.C. Department of Health & Human Services regulations, pets are not permitted inside the building; however, official service animals are welcome.