Cecilia's Kitchen – American
Cecilia’s Kitchen transports diners to a sun-dappled European bistro where the air is thick with the comforting aroma of caramelized onions and simmering white wine. Artfully arranged platters of Argentinian meats and French cheeses invite lingering conversation, while steaming bowls of moules marinières and vibrant, herb-flecked salads celebrate the bright, bold flavors of the Mediterranean coast. It is a space where rustic elegance meets culinary artistry, offering a soulful retreat for those seeking a leisurely journey through timeless continental classics.
870 Merrimon Ave. https://ceciliaskitchen.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Cecilia's Kitchen
Dairy-Free at Cecilia's Kitchen
Cecilia's Kitchen in Asheville has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Portobella Mushroom Main, Argentinian Ribeye and Grilled Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cecilia's Kitchen
Cecilia's Kitchen in Asheville has 9 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Portobella Mushroom Main, Argentinian Ribeye and Grilled Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cecilia's Kitchen
Cecilia's Kitchen in Asheville has 33 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tapenada, Le Pestou and La Buenos Aires Crêpe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cecilia's Kitchen
Cecilia's Kitchen in Asheville has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seafood Omelet, Salmon and Bacon Side. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Cecilia's Kitchen
Cecilia's Kitchen in Asheville has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Mule, Bacon Side and Side Green Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cecilia's Kitchen
Cecilia's Kitchen in Asheville has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Mule, Bacon Side and Side Green Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Cecilia's Kitchen
Cecilia's Kitchen in Asheville has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon Side and Side Green Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cecilia's Kitchen
Cecilia's Kitchen in Asheville has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Portobella Mushroom Main, Grilled Vegetables and Breakfast Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Cecilia's Kitchen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tableaux Francais | 99.5 g | 53.5 g |
| Salad Niçoise | 133.5 g | 46.8 g |
| Empanadas (Choose Two) | 27.9 g | 41.5 g |
| Seafood Omelet | 21.1 g | 33.9 g |
| Moules Marinieres | 58.1 g | 32.2 g |
| Portobello Sandwich | 79.3 g | 29.2 g |
| Cheese and Fruit Plate | 174.3 g | 25.4 g |
| Salmon | 0 g | 24 g |
| French Onion Soup | 16.7 g | 23.6 g |
| Paloma | 23 g | 21.9 g |
| Tapenada | 90.8 g | 20.8 g |
| Choripan | 1.8 g | 15.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Wednesday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its succulent chicken dishes, guests rave about the perfectly cooked flavors and high-quality preparation. Reviewers highlight the comfortable setting and helpful staff, noting that the warm service and reasonable prices make it a standout choice for a relaxed meal with friends.
Menu
Appetizers
- Tapenada - $12: Olives, capers, garlic, lemon, parsley, crostinis, crispy crêpes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Picada Argentina - $20: Olives, manchego, jamon, Canadian bacon, chorizo, crostinis, crispy crêpes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tableaux Francais - $20: Brie, paté de foie, salami, cornichon, goat cheese, crostinis, crispy crêpes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese and Fruit Plate - $18: Selection of cheeses, fruit, mango chutney, crostinis, crispy crêpes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moules Marinieres - $18: Fresh mussels, wine, butter, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, shallots, garlic, parmesan, French bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- French Onion Soup - $10: Homemade onion soup, crostinis, swiss cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup du Jour - $8: Daily selection Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salad Niçoise - $17: Lettuce, onions, tomatoes, potatoes, green beans, hard boiled eggs, olives, capers, smoked trout Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Salade Gaudi - $12: Chopped vegetables, pine nuts, goat cheese, spring mix, Mandarin Balsamic Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Green Salad - $5: Organic Spring mix Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Savory Crêpes
- La Simplette - $14: Ham & Swiss, organic buckwheat batter Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Le Pestou - $15: Mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, homemade pesto, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Forestière - $18: Shiitake, Button, and Oyster mushrooms, garlic butter sauce, Swiss cheese, cream Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Ratatouille - $16: Zucchini, eggplant, roasted peppers, onions, tomatoes, Swiss cheese, cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Popeye - $16: Spinach, caramelized onions, nutmeg bechamel, Swiss Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- La Paysanne - $16: Two local eggs, turkey bacon, tomato, leeks, Swiss cheese, cream Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- La Catalanne - $18: Ginger, garlic, tomatoes, roasted peppers, caramelized onions, Swiss. Choice of chicken, cod, or shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Norvegienne - $18: Smoked salmon, leeks, Swiss cheese, cream Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Market - $17: Mozzarella, eggs, pesto, leeks, potatoes, tomatoes, greens, cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- La Stroganoff - $18: Sautéed local beef, mushrooms, Swiss cheese, cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Fruit de Mer - $17: Scallops, shrimp, green onions, mushrooms, white wine cherry bechamel Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Empanadas & Tamales
- Empanadas (Choose Two) - $14: Flaky flour dough. Options: Beef, Chicken, Eggplant, Spinach, Tomato/Basil, or Corn Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamales (Choose Two) - $14: Corn masa. Options: Chicken Mole, Pork Green Chili, Cheese/Black Bean, or Mushroom Mole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nacatamal - $15: Nicaraguan style tamale, chicken, potatoes, carrots, rice, mole, banana leaf Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Salmon - $30: Grilled salmon filet, creamy horseradish sauce, two sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loco Bowl - $16: Rice, beans, kale salad, chicken, bacon, onions, peppers, cheese, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blanc de Poulet - $32: Chicken breast, goat cheese, spinach, beurre blanc, two sides Available at: dinner, lunch
- Argentinian Ribeye - $42: 16 oz Chargrilled ribeye, two sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portobella Mushroom Main - $25: Grilled and seasoned portobello, two sides Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moules Marinieres Angel Hair - $24: Mussels, white wine, butter, capers, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, angel hair pasta, French bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Cuban Sandwich - $15: Local pork, ham, cheese, pickles, mustard Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Choripan - $16: Grilled chorizo sausage, chimichurri sauce, diced tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portobello Sandwich - $14: Roasted portobello, pesto, fresh tomatoes, grilled zucchini, roasted red peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Cheese Omelet - $14: Three eggs, cheddar, mozzarella, breakfast potatoes, fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Seafood Omelet - $18: Three eggs, shrimp, scallops, cheddar, breakfast potatoes, fruit Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon Omelet - $16: Three eggs, bacon, cheddar, breakfast potatoes, fruit Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Grilled Veggie Omelet - $16: Three eggs, grilled onions, peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, cheddar, breakfast potatoes, fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $17: Two corn tortillas, black beans, two fried eggs, salsa, green onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pain Perdu - $18: Brioche bread, house batter, powdered sugar, syrup, two eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Latin Egg Benedict - $18: Toasted brioche, grilled chorizo, jalapeño, avocado, poached egg, hollandaise Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $17: Toasted brioche, Canadian bacon, poached egg, hollandaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Salmon Benedict - $18: Toasted brioche, poached egg, smoked salmon, hollandaise Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Mashed Potatoes - $6: Fresh daily Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Risotto - $6: Daily flavor Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Vegetables - $6: Fresh daily Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Potatoes - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon Side - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sausage Side - $4 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Eggs Side - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fresh Fruit Side - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Desserts
- La Sucre Crêpe - $5: Sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- La Beurre Crêpe - $6: Sugar, sweet cream butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- La Citron Crêpe - $7: Sugar, fresh squeezed lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- La Jamboise Crêpe - $7: Raspberry jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- La Jazz Crêpe - $7: Chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- La Buenos Aires Crêpe - $8: Dulce de leche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- La Tartine Crêpe - $8: Nutella Hazelnut spread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Almost Heaven Crêpe - $12: Banana, chocolate, walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Crêpe Suzette - $11: Butter, sugar, Grand Marnier Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- French 75 - $12: Hendricks, Sparkling, Lemon, Simple
- Paloma - $12: Lunazul, Grapefruit, Izze Soda
- French Mule - $12: Grey Goose, Chambord, Fever Tree Ginger Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- House Margarita - $12: Lunazul, Grand Marnier, Lime, Simple Syrup
- Negroni - $13: Chemist, Sweet Vermouth, Campari
- Espresso Martini - $13: Belvedere, Kahlua, Espresso, Simple Syrup
- Cucumber Martini - $13: Rain Cucumber, Lime, Fever Tree Ginger
Frequently Asked Questions about Cecilia's Kitchen
- Is Cecilia's Kitchen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cecilia's Kitchen has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Portobella Mushroom Main, Argentinian Ribeye and Grilled Vegetables.
- What can I eat at Cecilia's Kitchen on a dairy-free diet?
- Portobella Mushroom Main, Argentinian Ribeye and Grilled Vegetables carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cecilia's Kitchen have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Portobella Mushroom Main and Grilled Vegetables.
- Is Cecilia's Kitchen gluten-free?
- 9 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Cecilia's Kitchen?
- Tableaux Francais, at roughly 53.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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