Jack of the Wood – American
This rustic, wood-hewn sanctuary invites guests to linger over the comforting aromas of golden-flaked biscuits and savory, slow-simmered gravy. The kitchen masterfully balances Southern soul with pub-style indulgence, serving up everything from crispy fried chicken tucked into warm dough to decadent crab cakes benedict and salty, soft pretzel knots.
95 Patton Avenue, Asheville NC 28801 https://jackofthewood.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, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Jack of the Wood
Dairy-Free at Jack of the Wood
Jack of the Wood in Asheville has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Coleslaw and Collard Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Jack of the Wood
Jack of the Wood in Asheville has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Collard Greens, Bacon and House-made Sausage Patty. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Jack of the Wood
Jack of the Wood in Asheville has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Coleslaw and Cheddar Stone-Ground Grits. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Jack of the Wood
Jack of the Wood in Asheville has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crab Cakes, Bacon and Shepherd’s Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Jack of the Wood
Jack of the Wood in Asheville has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Jack of the Wood
Jack of the Wood in Asheville has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Jack of the Wood
Jack of the Wood in Asheville has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Collard Greens and Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Jack of the Wood
Jack of the Wood in Asheville has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Hand-cut Pub Fries and Founder’s Rubaeus Draft. 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 Jack of the Wood
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cheddar Stone-Ground Grits | 59.6 g | 46.4 g |
| Shrimp & Cheddar Grits | 27.8 g | 42 g |
| Challah Bacon & Egg | 6 g | 41.7 g |
| Crab Cakes Benedict | 2.9 g | 39.7 g |
| Shepherd’s Pie | 11.9 g | 39.7 g |
| The Melly | 85.5 g | 39.6 g |
| Tempeh Reuben | 112.5 g | 35.9 g |
| The Classic Burger | 106.5 g | 31.9 g |
| Patty Melt | 95.4 g | 30.6 g |
| Fried Chicken Biscuit | 44.9 g | 24.7 g |
| Artichoke Dip | 20.7 g | 18.6 g |
| Reuben | 23.1 g | 16.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its savory dishes and satisfying portions, guests love the relaxed vibe that makes for a memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the welcoming and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff's expertise and friendly approach perfectly complement the flavorful menu.
Menu
Brunch
- Egg & Cheese Biscuit - $10: Scrambled eggs and cheddar cheese on a house-made buttermilk biscuit. Served with fresh berries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Gravy - $11: House-made buttermilk biscuit topped with house-made sausage gravy. Served with fresh berries. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fried Chicken Biscuit - $13: Fried chicken topped with Jack’s blueberry jam and bleu cheese on a house-made buttermilk biscuit. Served with fresh berries. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Challah Bacon & Egg - $14: Egg, bacon, Swiss cheese, spicy aioli, grilled tomato, and arugula on grilled City Bakery challah. Served with fresh berries. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Southern Breakfast - $14: Two eggs, house-made sausage patty, house-made buttermilk biscuit, and choice of home fries or cheddar stone-ground grits. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Seasonal Omelette - $16: Seasonal vegetable omelette, house-made sausage patty, house-made buttermilk biscuit, and choice of home fries or cheddar stone-ground grits. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crab Cakes Benedict - $24: Two crab cakes, two eggs, house-made hollandaise sauce. Served with fresh berries, house-made buttermilk biscuit, and choice of home fries or cheddar stone-ground grits. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Pretzel Knots - $11: Three locally made pretzel knots topped with garlic butter and salt. Served with house beer cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artichoke Dip - $12: Tender artichokes, Gruyère, parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs. Served with a toasted City Bakery baguette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Garlic Cheese Fries - $13: Hand-cut pub fries topped with fresh garlic and a yellow & white cheddar cheese blend. Served with house ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded South Philly Fries - $18: Hand-cut pub fries topped with choice of steak, chicken, or tempeh, peppers, onions, white American cheese, and spicy aioli. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries - $18: Hand-cut pub fries topped with fried chicken, bleu cheese crumbles, house ranch dressing, and Buffalo sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cake App - $16: Single crab cake, beurre blanc, marinated cherry tomatoes, arugula salad, pickled red onions, citrus vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings of the Wood - $16: Six wings tossed in BBQ or Buffalo sauce. Served with celery, carrots, and bleu cheese or ranch. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ploughman’s Platter - $24: Assorted charcuterie, cheeses, pickled vegetables, pickled egg, Lusty Monk mustard, house-made jam, and toasted City Bakery baguette. Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Brewhouse Salad - $15: Mixed greens, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, pickled red onions, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic baguette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Jack's Original Philly Cheesesteak - $16: Shaved ribeye, grilled onions & peppers, white American cheese, Philly Amoroso roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jack's Chicken Philly Cheesesteak - $16: Grilled chicken, grilled onions & peppers, white American cheese, Philly Amoroso roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jack's Veggie Philly Cheesesteak - $16: Tempeh, grilled mushrooms, onions & peppers, white American cheese, Philly Amoroso roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Classic Burger - $17: 1/2-lb beef patty, bacon, white & yellow cheddar, Bibb lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, smoky mayo, City Bakery bun. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Melly - $17: 1/2-lb beef patty, bacon, goat cheese, house-made blackberry jam, City Bakery bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $17: 1/2-lb beef patty, Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, Thousand Island dressing, City Bakery Jewish rye. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $16: Garbanzo bean & oyster mushroom patty, goat cheese, spicy mayo, arugula, tomato, onion, City Bakery bun. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Sandwich - $16: Fried chicken breast, Bibb lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, Thousand Island dressing, City Bakery bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Club Sandwich - $17: Grilled chicken breast, bacon, Swiss cheese, house BBQ sauce, pickles, coleslaw, crispy fried onions, City Bakery bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $17: Swiss cheese, house-made sauerkraut, caramelized onions, Thousand Island dressing, City Bakery Jewish rye. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempeh Reuben - $17: Tempeh, Swiss cheese, house-made sauerkraut, caramelized onions, Thousand Island dressing, City Bakery Jewish rye. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Fish & Chips - $22: Two wild-caught cod fillets in beer batter, pub fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, malt vinegar. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherd’s Pie - $23: Lamb slow cooked for 8 hours, roasted corn, carrots, peas, sautéed onions, mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Cheddar Grits - $23: Sautéed shrimp, andouille sausage, calabrese peppers, garlic white wine sauce, cheddar stone-ground grits, collard greens. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes - $26: Two crab cakes, beurre blanc, marinated cherry tomatoes, arugula salad, pickled red onions, citrus vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Bacon - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Cheddar Stone-Ground Grits - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collard Greens - $5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand-cut Pub Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Home Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- House-made Buttermilk Biscuit - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- House-made Sausage Patty - $3 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Desserts
- Bailey’s Irish Cream Cheesecake - $12: Oreo cookie crust, whipped cream, and a chocolate shell. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Allagash White Draft - $7: Belgian Wheat Ale, Orange & Coriander Notes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Founder’s Rubaeus Draft - $6: Nitro Ale, Raspberry Ale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Green Man ESB Draft - $7: Amber Ale, Nutty, Hints of Caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Green Man IPA Draft - $7: Piney, Hoppy Goodness Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Green Man Porter Draft - $7: Rich Chocolate Malt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Guinness Irish Dry Stout Draft - $7: Roasted Coffee & Chocolate, Smooth & Creamy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pabst Blue Ribbon Draft - $4: Lager, Smooth, Clean, Crisp Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale Draft - $7: Easy Irish Red with Hints of Sweet Malty Notes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Green Man Root Beer - $5: Non Alcoholic Root Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- N/A Athletic IPA - $7: Non Alcoholic IPA Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Mimosa - $8: Sunday Special
- House Bloody Mary - $8: Sunday Special Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Jack of the Wood
- Is Jack of the Wood dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Jack of the Wood has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Coleslaw and Collard Greens.
- What can I eat at Jack of the Wood on a dairy-free diet?
- Home Fries, Coleslaw and Collard Greens carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Jack of the Wood have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Home Fries and Hand-cut Pub Fries.
- Is Jack of the Wood gluten-free?
- 3 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 Jack of the Wood?
- Cheddar Stone-Ground Grits, at roughly 46.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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