Gan Shan is a restaurant located in Asheville, NC, specializing in Pan-Asian comfort food. It has been recognized for its takeout and ramen.
Customer Perception
Customers appreciate Gan Shan for its takeout options and ramen. The restaurant is noted for its 'food that doesn't mess around' and offers a comfortable dining experience, including outdoor seating.
Additional Details
Gan Shan West was reportedly sold to Eric Sheffer in October 2023.
The restaurant is popular for takeout, suggesting it's a good option for quick meals. Specific peak times are not detailed, but the mention of 'warm night, cold sake' implies an enjoyable evening atmosphere.
Delicious local Asian eatery. Everything was hot delicious and spicy. The ingredients for fresh the people were very nice and positive energy. The manager came over and talked with us truly interested in making sure every customer had a great time.
Portions were generous prices were Fair and the environment of the restaurant was great.
Highly recommended restaurant still working back to their full menu after the Helene flood.
5
Love Ganshan. Chef Ray and his team do a masterful job executing all levels of hospitality. The staff, a very friendly welcoming group of people who just want to make you feel at home are simply delightful. The food is layered with copious amounts of flavor and technique. Moreover, the coconut red curry and ganshan rice bowls both smash the mark. If you’re looking for a subtle, indelible ode to Asian cooking in the Asheville area, Ganshan is the way to go! Can’t wait for more!
2
Atmosphere great with wonderful outside seating. Service was pretty nice as well. The food was SO SALTY though. I got the Dan Dan Brussels. Salty. My friend got a curry dish. Also salty. I love salty food and add salt to everything but I could feel my blood pressure rising as I ate it. Gan shan why you so salty?!
4
Gan Shan West is a well-liked spot with indoor & outdoor seating, & is popular for takeaway. Find some nearby street parking, & order at the counter, where they offer a section of sakes & ciders, as well as some sodas & sparkling water. The indoor atmosphere is minimal & clean, & the outside dining is lovely, with a casual courtyard-style atmosphere & string lights (bus your own tables). I have, unfortunately, never enjoyed the food on any of my visits. My fiancée has found hers fine, but nothing glowing or noteworthy to report. The balance in their acidity & umami ratios always feels off. I don't think I've ever finished a dish, because they are over or underwhelming. The service is friendly, the charm is immediate, & the prices are on par with similar local fare. Plenty of vegetarian & gluten-sensitive options available. Gender neutral washroom, wheelchair-accessible, & lots of smiles.
