OUR STORY
steeped in family tradition + pickle juice.
about daddy mac’s down home dive
Daddy Mac's Down Home Dive opened in October 2021 in Asheville, NC as a brand new concept, generations in the making.
Daddy Mac's is for our friends and neighbors. It’s our modern take on Southern hospitality. Our menu is deeply rooted in the recipes and personalities of owner Dave McFarland's four grandparents, so we like to say Daddy Mac’s is steeped in family tradition and pickle juice.
Everything on our menu is made from scratch, including the smoked meats on our Bar-B-Cue-Terie Board, Mama's Got Mac mac n cheese skillets, and our exciting shareables for the table. We also serve local and proprietary craft beers and cocktails, host live music throughout the week and special events throughout the year. Plus, we’re the perfect place to catch all your favorite sports throughout the year. So come on over and let us welcome you home to Daddy Mac’s. We can’t wait to see ya!
our story | A Note from our owner
Daddy Mac’s was inspired by my grandparents.
The best things about me came from them.
Nana and Papa on my mothers side:
Nana shared her wisdom and the importance of “Having a good time”.
Papa introduced me to a world of flavors and still one of the best cooks I've ever known.
Mama Mac and Daddy Mac on my Father's Side:
Mama Mac taught me about faith and unconditional love.
Daddy Mac instilled a work ethic in me and was a man of his word.