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Luminosa, Asheville, NC

Luminosa

4.8
4.8
278 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Where modern-Appalachian meets Italian-inspiration, Luminosa is bringing a hyperlocal lens to Italian cuisine, utilizing regional purveyors and local team member expertise to shape and curate the ever-evolving, seasonally driven offerings. Nestled within The Flat Iron Hotel, a historic boutique hotel in Asheville, North Carolina, Luminosa's carefully designed space radiates a welcoming tavern ambiance. Our culinary heart is a wood-burning oven, infusing a "touch of fire" into handmade pizzas, house-made pastas, and locally sourced vegetables. In homage to Asheville's renowned brewery scene, Luminosa's beverage program features local brews, including an exclusive collaboration, alongside a diverse selection of cocktails and wines.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (828) 271-9808
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Graham House
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available up to 24 people. Please inquire for availability for private eventsat Luminosa.com.
  • Area
    Asheville
  • Cross Street
    The Complimentary valet parking is available on Friday and Saturday.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 278 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Asheville

    Best Food

  • Asheville

    Best Ambience

  • Asheville

    Innovative

  • Asheville

    Hot spot

  • Asheville

    Romantic

  • Asheville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Luminosa offers an exceptional dining experience in Asheville's historic Flat Iron Hotel. Renowned for "outstanding service" and "creative, delicious food," this Italian-inspired gem features locally-sourced ingredients. Guests rave about the "amazing cocktails" and "perfectly prepared" pasta. With a charming setting and attentive staff, Luminosa is a must-visit culinary destination.

278 Reviews
  1. Victor

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was top notch! Our server was very attentive and respectful. Overall a wonderful experience, we would love to come back!

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  2. David

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite dining experiences. Everything we had that night was excellent

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  3. Natalie

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is my second time at Luminosa but we will not return. Food is average, very small serving sizes and ridicualous pricing. Service is excellent. Notebaly, $22 for the tiniest plate of carpaccio that really wasn't raw and had the texture of deli roastbeef sliced thin is over the top. Dissapointed second time.
    LuminosaResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Natalie, Thank you for dining with us and sharing your feedback. We are sorry to learn you were not happy with the food portions and pricing. We are pleased you enjoyed the service; however, we strive to deliver a 5-rating experience in all rating categories. Natalie, we would like to invite you back as our guest and have the culinary team provide you with a variety of items off the menu to both experience the wide range of pasta items and other you may be interested sampling. I will send you a message with my contact information. Thank you for supporting us during these challenging times in Asheville. Jeff Elstro-General Manager The Flat Iron Hotel

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  4. David

    Western NC

    62 reviews

    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were great, and we enjoyed our evening at Luminosa very much. However, the noise level was sufficiently high that we had difficulty hearing what the server was saying. Indeed, we had to raise our voices to hear each other. I discussed this with the server, and he said the noise level is lower in the rear of the restaurant. Next time, we’ll ask for a table in that section.
    LuminosaResponded 6 days ago
    Hello David, Thank you for dining with us. We appreciate the 5-star review, your nice comments, and knowing you enjoyed your visit. David, we are in the process of adding acoustical panels in the lower dining room to assist with the noise level. It can on occasion be louder in this area when we have large groups and guests enjoying themselves. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Thanks again. Jeff Elstro-General Manager The Flat Iron Hotel

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  5. Lorie

    New York City

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful meal in a quaint, charming boutique hotel. Service was impeccable… Appalachian Italian cuisine with fresh, local ingredients. Excellent meal!
    LuminosaResponded on 8 December 2024
    Hello Lorie, Thank you for dining with us and sharing your nice feedback. We always enjoy learning when our service team members are providing friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, and warm hospitable service. We will be sure to pass along your compliments to Kristen and share "she made your experience". We hope to welcome you back soon. Thanks again. Jeff Elstro-General Manager The Flat Iron Hotel

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  6. Greta

    Charlotte

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ace was our host- he was extraordinarily professional and was our guide on this tasty curated culinary journey. Highest praise. Our party of six was both entertained and very pleased with the food
    LuminosaResponded on 8 December 2024
    Hello Greta, Thank you for dining with us. We appreciate the 5 star review and nice comments on the food and service. We always enjoy learning when our service team members are providing professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and warm hospitable service. We will pass along your wonderful comments to Ace. Thanks again and we hope to welcome you back soon. Jeff Elstro-General Manager The Flat Iron Hotel

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  7. Karen

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dining experience. Service top notch. You could feel the teamwork from the team. Meal was excellent
    LuminosaResponded on 6 December 2024
    Hello Karen Thank you for dining with us. We appreciate the 5-star review and your nice comments on our service team. We always enjoy learning when our service team is providing "top notch" hospitable service. Karen, we also appreciate your support during these challenging times in Asheville and hope to welcome you back soon. Thanks again. Jeff Elstro-General Manager The Flat Iron Hotel

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  8. Tim

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful evening at Luminosa! The food, the service by Jamie, and the atmosphere was all fantastic. What a jewel in the Asheville crown. Thank you!
    LuminosaResponded on 6 December 2024
    Hello Tim, Thank you for dining with us. We appreciate the 5-star review and your nice comments on the food and Jamie's "fantastic" service. We are happy to learn you had a wonderful visit and hope to welcome you back soon. Thanks again. Jeff Elstro-General Manager The Flat Iron Hotel

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  9. Charles

    Western NC

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow. The perfect dining experience. I come every week. Thx yall
    LuminosaResponded on 8 December 2024
    Hello Charles, Thank you for dining with again this week. We appreciate your weekly support and are happy to learn it's still a "wow" experience for you. We look forward to seeing you soon. Thanks again. Jeff Elstro-General Manager The Flat Iron Hotel

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  10. Deborah

    Miami

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was absolutely outstanding…not only delicious but so creative, beautifully prepared. The restaurant is extremely noisy though and it is difficult to hear your dinner guests in conversation.
    LuminosaResponded on 6 December 2024
    Hello Deborah, Thank you for dining with us. We appreciate your nice comments on the food and knowing you enjoyed your visit. We apologize for experiencing a noisy evening. We will be adding some acoustical panels to assist with the sound absorption to assist with noise when the restaurant is full of more expressive guests. We hope to welcome you back soon. Thanks again. Jeff Elstro-General Manager The Flat Iron Hotel

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FAQs

Luminosa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (828) 271-9808.

Luminosa is rated 4.8 stars by 278 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Luminosa

20 Battery Park Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    The Complimentary valet parking is available on Friday and Saturday.
  • Area
    Asheville
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Graham House
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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