Neng Jr's is the first Filipinx restaurant of its kind in Asheville, NC. Housed in a former arcade, we opened the doors to the intimate, 18-seat dining room and open kitchen on July 1st, 2022. We pride ourselves on our open invitation and integrated style of service introducing Filipinx traditions and heritage to those that have not experienced the complexities of this understated global cuisine. We are dedicated to exploring food pathways, origins, and the overlapping history and hospitality of the American South with Filipinx vibrance.
Neng Jr's is the first project by Chef/Owner Silver Iocovozzi and his husband Cherry Iocovozzi. Neng Jr's has been named a Best New Restaurant by Bon Appetit, Esquire, The New York Times and Eater Carolina. Neng Jr's was a 2023 James Beard finalist for Best New Restaurant. Silver has been named Esquire’s Rising Star Chef of 2022, a Food and Wine Best New Chef in 2024, and a 2025 finalist for Best Chef Southeast by the James Beard Foundation.
OUR ENTRANCE IS LOCATED IN THE
BACK ALLEY OF 701 HAYWOOD ROAD.
PLEASE CALL US IF YOU HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FOR
ACCESSIBILITY.
5:00PM–10:00PM
WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY
RESERVATIONS ENCOURAGED
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