TALL JOHN’S IS A NEIGHBORHOOD TAVERN

CENTRALLY LOCATED IN ASHEVILLE’S HISTORIC MONTFORD DISTRICT

Serving classics done right, we're a place for all occasions, from first dates to family gatherings. Come join us for dinner & drinks any night of the week. Bring your friends — or meet some new ones while you're here!

Voted Asheville's 2023 Best New Restaurant by Xpress readers

DINNER EVERY DAY

4PM - 9PM

HALF OFF APPS

EVERY DAY 4PM - 5PM

25% OFF WINE BY THE BOTTLE

ON SUNDAYS

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for dinner, cocktails, wines by the glass, beer, & dessert

FAQs

Reservation & Waitlist Policy

We accept reservations; tap here to book.

Walk-ins are always welcome as well! Call ahead to get on our waitlist before you come in: 828-782-5514

Seating Policy

We seat parties up to 6 and have a variety of seating options: our bar, the kitchen counter, our dining room and seasonally on our outdoor patio.

Outdoor Seating

In-season, we have outdoor seating on our 36-seat outdoor dining patio. Dogs are welcome. The patio, which offers both sunny and shady seating options, is open during both brunch and dinner service.

Kitchen Service Fee

Tall John’s is committed to pay equity & transparency: we include (and will not remove or adjust) a 5% Kitchen Service Charge on each check, which goes directly to kitchen wages. Your tip cannot legally be shared with members of the kitchen team.

Dietary Restrictions

While our menu does have vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free & dairy-free items, we don’t have an extensive selection of these options. We are happy to make substitutions & accommodate preferences whenever we are able.

Private Parties

The restaurant is available to book for lunch or dinner events. Capacity for 45 people with exclusive use of our dining room & full-service bar. Email us at hello@talljohns.com to enquire.

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