Crave Dessert Bar
Tucked away on N Lexington Ave in the heart of Asheville, Crave Dessert Bar brings a whole new meaning to late-night indulgence. It’s not just a place to satisfy your sweet tooth—it’s an upscale, intimate vibe spot where desserts meet artistry and cocktails complement every craving.
From the moment you walk in, the energy feels just right: trendy yet cozy, romantic yet classy. The lighting is dim, the music’s got a groove, and there's this refined buzz that tells you you're in for something special. Whether you're out on a date, celebrating something sweet, or just craving a vibe-heavy nightcap, this is where you'll want to land.
The dessert menu is nothing short of swoon-worthy. Think molten lava cakes that ooze perfection, crème brûlée with that satisfying crack, and decadent chocolate creations that are both elegant and wildly addictive. And if you're more into sipping your sweetness, their handcrafted cocktails are dangerously good—each drink feels like it was curated to elevate the entire experience.
It’s not just about the food and drinks though. The space is thoughtfully designed to encourage connection. Whether you're cozied up in a corner booth or posted at the bar soaking up the ambiance, Crave strikes a balance between upscale and unpretentious. The noise level keeps the energy alive without overwhelming the conversation, making it ideal for everything from first dates to after-dinner hangouts.
Located at 41 N Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC, it’s the kind of spot you either stumble into and never forget—or plan to impress someone who’s all about good taste. There's something magnetic about the place, the kind of charm that keeps people coming back for "just one more" dessert or drink.
Reviews
Excellent service and incredible dessert! We had the pecan cheesecake with mocktails, and every bite was amazing. Can't wait to come back!
We had a blast! But man was it too loud! One of our party started zoning out after about an hour because of over stimulation -- it's as loud as a club. Hated that. It's not just dessert btw. It's also Hookah. We didn't realize that. We made a joke about the Sex Panther to the waiter, who then actually brought it to us. My husband had to profusely apologize and asked the server to please remove it from the bill. (It's $40!!) He was very cool and said it could easily be taken off. More club behavior: a woman of color decided to FaceTime her Boo while in the bathroom. So while I'm waiting for a stall, he (from the propped up phone while she washed her hands) says: "WHERE ARE YOU!?" And I stared at him and nearly said: "RIGHT??!" I mean: who does that?! But, hey, if you treat your dessert bar like a club guess how people act? I want to say I'll return. And I probably will because all the desserts and drinks were wonderful. It was not cheap. We had fun in spite of it all. The server told us the upstairs back wasn't as loud, but it's also where large groups like to do hookah. Personally I think they need to reverse that. Hookah in the front with loud noise. The back room for the rest of us!
Super cute place with awesome drinks and amazing desserts. The service was great and provided recommendations since it was our first time. We had a blast!
After dinner up town the people eating next to us recommended desert at "Crave Desert Bar" so we went!! Goodness gracious it was INCREDIBLE. The restaurant/dessert bar has incredible ambience. It's absolutely lovely inside. The first part is the hookah area, but if you don't want to be in there, which we didn't they have a lovely serving area just up a few steps and even a dining room further back. The menu and the dessert samplings were also no disappointment. My ricotta donuts melted in my mouth and the blackberry sauce made by the chef as well as vanilla dip were out of this world. There were five very large ricotta donuts and NO, there weren't any left. My companion's fresh baked skillet cookie made me drool. The cookie was thick and soft with a scoop of vegan coconut ice cream on the very top and it was cute as could be ! You've gotta try it!! If you're taking someone out to dinner this is very impressive. The service was just great the ambience fantastic and the desserts as good as any I've tasted. I really, really recommend this place. If you're going for a full dinner or just dessert or even coffee and a hookah.
Ask for Grace. 11/10. Stunning. Love the hearts under the eyes. No Notes. Ambiance 10/10.