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Crusco
What you need to know
Crusco is the continuation of a legacy. Named for the crusco pepper of Italy's Basilicata region, the subject of one of the last conversations between beloved Cucina 24 chef Brian Canipelli and his team before his passing, the restaurant carries that spirit forward in Asheville's River Arts District. The four co-owners, all Cucina 24 veterans, took over the former Vivian space at 348 Depot Street and built something quieter and more personal: a warm, converted warehouse with industrial bones and a menu driven entirely by season, relationships with local farms, and restrained technique. The food is simple on the plate and precise in execution: handmade pastas, local seafood, and produce from growers the kitchen knows by name.
Local's Tip
Reservations fill fast, especially on weekends, so book on Resy well in advance. Ask about the digestif list; they carry a local Appalachian fernet that's a perfect closer.
What the locals say
The spaghetti alle vongole alone is worth coming back for. NC clams, chilies, a generous hand with the parsley. It tastes like someone actually cares what ends up in front of you.
What you need to know
Crusco is the continuation of a legacy. Named for the crusco pepper of Italy's Basilicata region, the subject of one of the last conversations between beloved Cucina 24 chef Brian Canipelli and his team before his passing, the restaurant carries that spirit forward in Asheville's River Arts District. The four co-owners, all Cucina 24 veterans, took over the former Vivian space at 348 Depot Street and built something quieter and more personal: a warm, converted warehouse with industrial bones and a menu driven entirely by season, relationships with local farms, and restrained technique. The food is simple on the plate and precise in execution: handmade pastas, local seafood, and produce from growers the kitchen knows by name.
What the locals say
The spaghetti alle vongole alone is worth coming back for. NC clams, chilies, a generous hand with the parsley. It tastes like someone actually cares what ends up in front of you.
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