The room keeps it raw with players standing at floor level under house lights, this downtown pub since '97 still runs like the brewery taproom it started as, where the focus stays on whoever's holding the instrument rather than production.

Jack of the Wood is a downtown Asheville Celtic pub on Patton Avenue, hosting live music nights since 1997. Bluegrass jams, Irish folk sessions, and rotating bands fill the room most nights of the week.

RECENT REVIEW: ...this place has ALL the live music, plus hearty pub grub and an amazing rotating tap selection... You !! must!! try the scotch egg and brussel sprouts!!!

Jack of the Wood Pub

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