Supermarkets in Asheville, NC

“TIENDA EL QUETZAL 10 July 2025

I drove by this place multiple times over the course of a few days while I was away at a workshop in Asheville, NC. What I noticed was that this place seemed busier than a gas station. Then I noticed that it was a Mexican restaurant, and then finally I saw people coming out with take-out bags, so I was drawn to go in.

It's really tough to choose (for me at least) what to try when you don't think you're ever going to go back to the establishment again. I suppose you choose what sounds the best, but sometimes there are sleepers on the menu that just need a little thoughtful discovery.

I tried the tacos here, wasn't too hungry before starting my travel back home. The menu is on a board above the counter and it really is a hole in the wall. It's one of those places I am reluctant to mention because it could change if it got more popular. So I'm just going to report that I did look at what others were eating and the whole menu, small, was represented. Burritos, all day breakfasts, Tacos, Sandwiches, fried plantains (I wish I had tried them because I saw them on everyone's plates!), fried yukka, wings. Although the spread of the menu was broad, from burgers and Philly steaks to carne asada and a Quoetzal breakfast, it was honed down to delicious. I am getting hungry just thinking about what I saw and all the possibilities they offered. Oh well, back to the exercise regimen.

The other part is that the not the hole in the wall part is a grocery store with a lot of beverages at the back wall in a huge cooler. I got a Boing! guava pulp beverage, drank it quickly, then got a coconut milk beverage with the gummy squares. I didn't really explore much in there either, except for the drink case. I was looking for a Topo Chico, which is getting easier to find these days. They were sold out, and so I was forced to choose something other than the easy route. It was a complete spectrum as well, from tamarindo to strawberry soda to energy drinks, but from Mexico. My local mexican grocery hasn't carried these yet.

I'm kind of damning myself now for not going in as soon as my radar went off. The two tacos I got were carnitas and al pastor. The meats were shredded and in small pieces. The tacos had one layer of corn tortilla each and I might not believe you if you had said they were not made there. They came with 2 salsas. One was made with a green melon (I think) and that's all I know other than they maybe had a Carolina twang on the vinegar side. Nice heat, not overly spicy, and the flavors were well melded. Cilantro, onion, and 2 small wedges of lime were tucked into the take out boxes. If you ate there, you got a basket with a wax paper liner. Somehow my order which I ate there was made to go.

I've included some pictures as well, of the exterior (strip mall type storefront off the side of the road), the grocery aisles, the beverage cooler, and the owner, who I got a live photo of by accident and it's so cute how he gives a thumbs up while breaking into a smile. I hope they stay in business a very long time. I should also mention that the owner spoke mainly Spanish and that he was kind and patient as I tried asking all my questions to narrow down what to order. I am studying Spanish, for one reason, to talk more about food. Happy eating!”

“This store was devastated last year with 8 ft of water. Today they are back open and the store is beautiful. Come out and see them today. Tomorrow, 7/10/25, is the grand opening.”

“Sunday the eighth of March, before 9 o'clock. My wife needed Organic zucchini for the celebration main dish, but the shelf spot was empty. A staff member (Ashley) was vigorously working to tidy up, yet paused and listened to my wife's rquest, then proceeded to check outback. Ashley returned with the Organic treasure. Thank You Fresh Market.
Friday the 27th of February at six-fifteen in the evening. Staff helped us find Chia Seeds and Hemp. The checkout with Lisa & Summer was spectacular. Friendship during the ringup is one of the Publix treasures.? My wife was all smiles, thank You ❤️”

“It’s an Aldi’ what can you say. I guess their cheese selection is not as big as some other Aldi’s I’ve been to in Asheville area,
They were low on a lot of frozen items, my guess is they are slowly replacing frozen food after 2+ weeks of no power in Asheville.”

“Love these guys and galz... they are always helpful and honest... we read the price wrong to send oxxo... the next time I came in she had it waiting for me... it's in the perfect spot too... being east asheville doesn't have Hispanic Markets...”

“Train your bakery staff how to make fritters, they are supposed to be disk with crispy pieces you can pull apart, smothered in glaze.
Not fist sized balls of dough.
PS why can't you get a jelly donut, or a creme filled one.
Otherwise the store is clean and well stocked
Great store
Other than that”

“Chatted w/ district managers, managers, all very nice as expected. I've been shopping/eating @ Ingles since I was a kid, born in the foothills raised in NC. Food, service, prices always top notch!”

“I would like to command two employees for Ingles grocery stores 47 Smoky Park Highway Asheville 28806, Bruce, a cashier in the fuel department , (not that any one thing stood out) however every time I’ve been in that particular Ingles, watching him interact with other customers and experiencing his communication skills for myself, he has been exemplary.
I believe they need recognized. Additionally, a cashier at the Grocery store itself, Karlene…. the cashier, was so patient while I attempted to reset my password to get an extra dollar off an already already low priced rising crust Digiornio pepperoni pizza, displayed amazing patience with me.
What made this transaction more evident was after completing my purchase, Karlene, having already turned her light off minute or two earlier, a gentleman got in line behind me. When she said “I’m sorry sir, this lane is closed, she voiced it in a fashion that would’ve been very difficult to produce a complaint or even a frown. If was I, , and I was waiting for an ill-prepared customer, one who should’ve had his password in front of him “before” checking out, Let’s just put it this way, , if she hadn’t been so polite I would not be leaving this review. You’ve got a good employee there Robert, well let’s say you have two.”