Stone Bowl Korean Restaurant

[UPDATE, 11/7/2025, 12:00 PM EST: Below is our initial vacation encounter. Stone Bowl left such a positive impression that we visited one last time to split a salmon stone bowl before heading home to Kentucky. We deemed it the best use of $20 in Asheville and can easily see ourselves repeating should we ever find ourselves in the area again.] No leftovers. No regrets. We ordered the namesake in salmon and seafood varieties with hot sauce on the side. The house sides were enjoyable but the bowls themselves set a high standard that I fear other Korean restaurants may find difficult to follow, which is bittersweet as we don’t live near Asheville (on vacation). The crispy rice on the bottom of the bowl was perfect. Before I had even finished, I was already feeling out the wife’s willingness to return for some bul go gi later this week. As extremely nice bonuses, the wait staff was attentive and the atmosphere was warm yet casual. I also appreciated how easily Stone Bowl could accommodate my gluten-free wife. We both left extremely satisfied without feeling overfed. The highly balanced and medicinal food left us both feeling better than how we arrived. Stone Bowl is definitely a feather in Asheville’s cap.

I got there at 5 and thought I would be the only early diner - restaurant filled up quickly. Nice atmosphere. Service was fast, friendly and professional. The food is so healthy and delicious and the presentation is nice.

This was another place that was super hyped and highly recommended…. Disappointed. Another spot that was expensive and didn’t deliver in flavor or portion. The rice cake didn’t have fish cake or egg and portion was lacking. The stonebowl was not flavorful or seasoned. We came here just to try it since it was highly recommended, but after we ordered the two dishes to split amongst four people the waitress/server said "that’s it?", with an attitude… this instantly made me want to leave and not even give them my business. We ordered two dishes and didn’t bring our side dishes, we had to ask for them. The couple next to us had larger portions of the side dishes. Most Korean restaurants I’ve been to have side dishes and are willing to refill them as often as requested. This location seemed like they didn’t even want to offer them to us. The food wasn’t that good, and the service was even worse. I wouldn’t recommend and I won’t be revisiting. If you really want a good spot, go to SO Korean BBQ in Centreville, Virginia.

Stone Bowl Korean – A South Asheville Favorite That Never Misses Stone Bowl Korean in South Asheville continues to prove why it’s easily one of the absolute best places to eat in the area. Every single time we visit, the experience is flawless — and our most recent trip was no exception. We stopped in the other day, and everything was beyond amazing. From the rich, savory flavors of their dishes to the comforting atmosphere, it’s clear the passion and care that goes into every plate. The ingredients are always fresh, the portions generous, and the flavors authentic and unforgettable. It was also incredibly heartwarming to see the team thriving and smiling after everything they endured with the hurricane. Their resilience shows not just in the service, but in the spirit of the restaurant itself — strong, welcoming, and full of life. If you’re in South Asheville and you haven’t been to Stone Bowl yet, you’re truly missing out. It's a place that feels like home and delivers outstanding food time after time. An absolute must-visit — and a spot we’ll continue to come back to again and again!

Love this place and it's now my most favorite restaurant in Asheville. Flavorful. Lunch time is quite crowded but we didn't have to wait for long.

Nice place but small, food was ok, food came out quite fast!

Entering Stone Bowl what initially strikes you is how clean and neat it is with minimalist decor and spacious table surface areas. There is soft music and a very calm atmosphere prevails. The staff greets you and you’re seated right away. After ordering your meal starts arriving shortly thereafter and is nutritious in every way macro wise and low in fat. There is something on the menu for everyone and the flavors are pure ecstasy! A very enjoyable experience and prices are good for the quality and quantity of food that comes with the meal.👍🏻