Last Updated on July 2, 2024
For several hundred years, Fairview’s rolling land and mountain views have attracted homesteaders and modern residents. With space to roam and proximity to the region’s hottest attractions, Fairview is currently experiencing plenty of new housing and business development. But the community is also determined to maintain its commitment to quality agriculture and traditional mountain living.
That legacy has made Fairview a food leader in the local farm-to-table movement. Take a scenic drive through this cozy community and discover the many farms, restaurants, and culinary destinations that define the area.
Here are just five ways to have an edible adventure in Fairview, NC.
Tour farms, farm stands, and farmers markets in Fairview
Farm-to-table has always been the lifestyle of choice in Fairview. From Imladris Farm’s jam to Ramsey Dairy Farm’s milk, distributed across the region, Fairview supplies much of Western North Carolina’s local produce and food. Visit the local farmers market or tour Fairview farm stands. There are more than a dozen locations in Fairview to pick up farm-fresh plants, produce, dairy, and more.
Explore beer, wine, and cider near Fairview
Asheville is nationally known as Beer City, USA. But nearby communities hold their own against the sudsy behemoth. And Fairview is no exception. Grab a locally sourced pint of beer at Whistle Hop Brewery, whose taproom is built from a retired train caboose. Their sprawling outdoor space has a family- and pet-friendly playground perfect for all ages. Located along the banks of Cane Creek, Turgua Brewing is another great option that serves an eclectic variety of beer, cider, and mead.
Or try something a little different. Rooted in Wine is a quaint wine bar in a garden setting that offers a curated selection of fine wines, local craft beers, and artisanal treats. And Barn Door Ciderworks produces a variety of heritage craft ciders from local and wild apples foraged around WNC. Aged to dryness in oak barrels, their offerings uphold the tradition of cider drinking as part of meals, social gatherings, and celebrations.
Cheese the day on the WNC Cheese Trail
The WNC Cheese Trail is a unique way to connect directly with local cheesemakers. See where your favorite cheeses are crafted. And buy fresh cheese straight from award-winning producers. The trail currently features nine cheesemakers, seven wineries and cideries, and 11 specialty grocers and bottle shops. Cheeses represented range from goat milk to cow milk, and from new operations to pioneers in the artisan cheese movement. In Fairview, visit Blue Ridge Mountain Creamery and Round Mountain Creamery. Nearby Hickory Nut Gap Farm is also a great spot for fresh cheese and other farm products.
Taste test the best restaurants in Fairview
This and the top image are courtesy of The Local Joint
Fairview is just a few minutes away from the bevy of dining options in downtown Asheville, Biltmore Park, and Fletcher. But Fairview residents don’t have to go far to enjoy some great food! From long-time regional favorite The Hot Dog King to Sky Mountain Pizza and El Tapatio la Taqueria, there are plenty of casual eateries in the area.
Locals love The Local Joint, which lives up to its mission to bring together Southern comfort and the charm of their mountain town. Their menu covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, from mouth-watering pancakes to decedent shrimp and grits. Located in the same parking plaza, The Joint Next Door offers the same menu after 4:00 PM, but with a more adult vibe and nightly live music.
If you can, save room for dessert! Hilltop Ice Cream Shop scoops up more than 30 homemade ice cream flavors, including vegan and sugar-free options. They also offer milkshakes, malts, sundaes with homemade hot fudge, and hand-rolled waffle cones. Yum!
Hike to a perfect picnic spot in Fairview
After you’ve collected the best cheeses, fresh produce, and farm products from around the area, why not pack it all up into the perfect farm-to-blanket picnic? From Fairview, it’s just a short hike (pun intended) to the privately owned Bearwallow Mountain. The mountain rises to 4,232 feet above sea level, and it has a signature open pasture on its northwest slope. Thanks to a conservation easement, the grassy peak is open to the public. Hike the new Bearwallow Mountain Trail straight to the top and enjoy expansive views of Mount Mitchell, Mount Pisgah, and the Balsams.
Find what feels like home in Fairview, NC
Located halfway between Asheville and Chimney Rock, NC, the largely rural community of Fairview traces its modern roots back to the late 18th century. Cane Creek Baptist Church, established in 1806, remains one of the oldest churches in Buncombe County. Today, Fairview is home to an estimated 2,500 people who enjoy the area’s space to roam and proximity to the region’s best food and hottest attractions. With large lots and plenty of new development, Fairview offers the perfect combination of rural and urban adjacent.
Does that sound like the perfect lifestyle for you? Find homes in Fairview, NC now!
