tuesday-thursday 4pm-10:30pm
friday-sunday 11am-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
Lamb skewers hands down the best dish on the menu. Everyone raves about the pork shoulder but ours came out over seasoned, over done and for $38 that's just disappointing.
The asparagus salad and sauteèd greens were quite good.
Skip the olives and cheese board as both were disappointing. Save it for the basque cheese cake as it was delightful with the stawberry sorbèt.
Overall felt there were missed opportunities to really make some of these dishes shine.
DEFINITELY make a reservation here, I've stopped by before on a typical Asheville outing, and they were at a 2 hour wait for a seat, so plan ahead. As always, parking in downtown Asheville on a weekend can be tricky, so I would always suggest Uber first, but if you must drive, park in one of the decks for easy access.
FYI - There is no charge for metered spaces after 6 pm on Monday through Saturday, or all day Sunday. But these can be super hard to find.
Looking to enjoy a more elevated and intimate dining experience at Cúrate?
Step away from the bustle of our dining room and join us in our lower level wine cellar for our prix fixe dinner series, Taste of Spain. Our knowledgeable servers will guide you through four curated courses celebrating our chef’s most beloved menu items, with the option to partake in a sophisticated wine pairing straight from the cellar.
An experience previously only offered for private bookings, Taste of Spain invites you to sit back and enjoy the finest in Spanish-inspired cuisine. Be amongst the first of our guests to dine with us for this limited tasting series, where you’ll enjoy top-notch hospitality in the coziness of our wine cellar.
Taste of Spain dinner reservations are now available for Tuesday, September 10th and Thursday, September 12th. We look forward to creating lasting memories for you and your guests!
Asheville, THANK YOU for all your votes in this year’s @mountainxpress 2024 Best of WNC Awards! We are so honored to have been chosen as your favorite “Fine Dining/Upscale” restaurant, and to have our own Chef Katie Button recognized as Asheville’s “Best Chef”.
Some additional accolades we received:
• Restaurant that Best Represents the Spirit of Asheville - Third Place
• Favorite Restaurant - Second Place
• Restaurant in Downtown (Including South Slope) - Second Place
• Restaurant to Take Out-of-Towners To - Second Place
• Romantic Dining - Second Place
We are only as good as our talented team, who show up each day to give it their all and provide you with exceptional food and hospitality. Thank you Team Curate!
It’s a privilege to be included amongst such an impressive list of restaurants in our community that continue to shape the WNC culinary scene.
Everyone is deserving of a little hospitality.
With this in mind, for the next two weeks diners at @curatetapasbar and @labodegabycurate will have the opportunity to donate to Haywood Street Congregation`s Downtown Welcome Table and support their diverse community of diners. 100% of donations will go toward funding a luncheon on August 7th, served by our team to 500+ individuals at @haywoodstcongregation, and cooked by @chefkatiebutton and volunteers from both restaurants.
The thing that separates the experience at the Downtown Welcome Table from other organizations that do the same is the incredible grace and dignity with which the meals happen. The food is prepared with love and care. It is served on real plates at round tables, and every single person is welcome. There is no audit of whether or not you qualify for a meal; the door is open to anyone and everyone.
According to Katie, it is the highlight of her year. "We cook a meal and then sit down at one of the tables to meet some new people in our community, share lunch with them and remember the human connection and love that we all share."
Donation envelopes can be found on each table in our restaurants for our diners to contribute any amount, large or small. You can also donate online at the link in our bio.
Join us in helping feed our community a sit down meal with dignity and respect.
It’s employee appreciation time over here, and we would like to take a moment to shine a big, bright light on an employee that has been doing a truly standout job at Cúrate: Jason Gettys.
Jason has a reputation at Cúrate for being a "freaking G.O.A.T." ` -- as Customer Care and Culture Manager, Liese puts it -- since he started working at the restaurant as a dishwasher a little over a year ago. As every employee knows, he always has a great attitude, is down to help out the team at any moment, and is an overall force to be reckoned with. In addition to holding it down in the dish zone, he has also begun to pick up backwaiting shifts and even jumps over to La Bodega now and again to help out.
We always know that if Jason is working, we’re in good hands. We can`t thank him enough for his hard work and lasting dedication!
Travel to Catalonia with us for the evening...
Calling all lovers of unique dining experiences! We have two extra tickets to the upcoming Taste of Catalonia dinner, happening at Cúrate this Wednesday, July 10th at 6pm. Click the link in our bio to claim them!
This one-night-only culinary journey through Catalonia, Spain – where Cúrate co-founder @felixmeana is from -- will take place in the intimate setting of our private dining room. Chef de Cuisine Matt Caudle has crafted a four-course Catalan-inspired menu that will transport your taste buds to the northeastern cities of Spain. Enhance your experience with an optional wine pairing featuring handpicked Catalan wines by Wine Director Jess Salyer, available for an additional charge.
This exclusive event promises a memorable evening of exceptional food and wine, evoking the rich flavors and traditions of Catalonia. Don’t miss this unique gastronomic adventure!
Summer postres incoming, available now at Cúrate.
Pastry Chef Andrew Buie is rolling out a few of his summer favorites, including the “Crujiente de Chocolate” and “Meringue de ‘G&T’”, inspired by the current bebida de moda in Spain. A @chemistspirits gin soaked grapefruit is the standout element of this dish, adding a sweet and bitter bite to each spoonful. Meanwhile, the Crujiente de Chocolate is rich and satisfying, with a base of soft custard crafted from @frenchbroadchocolate and garnished with crushed corn nuts for a chocolate crunch.
More summer menu updates are incoming, so stay tuned. In the meantime, save room for dessert!
⚾ Hey batter batter… we may be a serious bunch when it comes to the food we serve, but here at Katie Button Restaurants we also know how to have some serious fun!
The @curatetapasbar and @labodegabycurate group took a team outing last night to watch all-star @chefkatiebutton throw the first pitch at the @ashevilletourists game and had a real ball. Thank you to the Asheville Tourists for hosting us and to their photographer Tony Farlow for this perfect action shot of the big pitch!
Everyone hit it out of the park and made this a game to remember!
In her Bloomberg article, “A Chef Weighs In On What The Bear Gets Wrong in Third Season”, our co-founder and Chief Brand Officer @chefkatiebutton speaks about how the high intensity nature of the restaurant industry does not have to translate into a nightmare culture. It is our constant focus to provide a positive experience for everyone who comes through our doors, guests and employees alike. As Katie mentions, hospitality represents the first job for so many people and it is on us to create a culture that puts people first, regardless of what side of the table they are on. Find the link to Katie’s full article in our bio above.
Join us at Cúrate this Thursday, June 20, for World Tapas Day! 🎉 Whether you`re in the mood for our Chistorra & Chips or Patatas Bravas, we have authentic tapas and delicious Spanish wine to perfect your meal.
Book now with @Resy by clicking the link in our bio.
Join us to celebrate World Tapas Day at Cúrate on June 20! Reserve a table or grab a seat at the bar and dive into our authentic Spanish small plates. We’ll have the perfect wine or Sangria to pair with your meal. 🍷
Book now with @Resy by clicking the link in bio.
Uncork a world of Spanish delight at Cúrate`s exclusive Sherry Wine Dinner! 🍷 Imagine an evening of pure indulgence, where every bite and sip transports you to the heart of Spain. 🇪🇸
Join us on Wednesday, May 29 in Cúrate’s Private Dining Room for an unforgettable journey into the world of sherry. Enjoy six meticulously crafted courses, each paired with the perfect sherry from Spain. Our sherry experts, Felix Meana and Jessica Salyer, will be your guide, unlocking the secrets and stories behind this treasured wine. Prepare to have your palate tantalized and your appreciation for sherry elevated to new heights.
To get tickets, click the link in our bio.
In collaboration with Botanist & Barrel, the 2024 version of our Cúrate Spanish Style Cider is now here! Infuses crab and heirloom apple varieties grown in storied orchards in North Carolina and Virginia and finished in cognac and chardonnay barrels. Catch the notes of melon, pear, and citrus! 🍎🍐
Available now at Cúrate, @labodegabycurate, @botanistandbarrel, and @botanistandbarrelasheville. Will be available online soon at @curateathome. Stay tuned for the release date!
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.