Asheville is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own flavor — from Westside’s trendiness to Downtown’s hustle. But right now, one area is emerging as a serious contender for the crown of Coffee City USA: East Asheville. From the tunnel on Tunnel Road to the VA Hospital, coffee lovers are discovering a wave of fresh cafés, art, and creative energy. Not hipster, not touristy — just authentic community. And at the heart of it all? A bright, new space called C.A.M.P. — Coffee, Art, Music type Place.
What Is C.A.M.P.?
Located at 1 Kenilworth Knolls, just up the street from the old Mack Kell’s, and down the street from the old McGuffey’s, and old O’Charley’s, C.A.M.P. is equally coffee shop, gallery, and performance venue. It’s open Monday–Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and transforms into an open mic live music spot on Friday and Saturday nights from 6–8 p.m.
History & Heart
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Founded by Danna Leon, who envisioned a welcoming space for young artists (ages 16–26) to grow. She leads it with mission-driven passion, volunteer support, and a community-first mindset.
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Artists don’t pay exorbitant rent — C.A.M.P. takes no more than 30% commission on sales, and many display artwork rent-free. There’s even a waiting list now with a fresh wave of local talent joining soon.
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Their walls burst with creativity — painters, potters, jewelry makers, knitters, and more. The space features 30+ local artists, presenting work in sketches, ceramics, clothing, and visual art,
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Drinks include locally-roasted High Noon coffee and Full Moon teas, reinforcing the local-first vibe.
A Place for the Community
C.A.M.P. isn’t just another café. It’s a space where East Asheville’s serious coffee drinkers, regional artists, music lovers, and creative minds converge. Especially in this post-Helene era, places like C.A.M.P. are powering the community showcase, the creative resurgence, and everyday connection.
What People Are Saying
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“A coffee shop sanctuary… an art space and café open right off of Tunnel Road.”
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“Found artwork from 30-odd young artists… from elaborate sci-fi landscapes to jewelry and clothing.”
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“Alert to coffee connoisseurs and East Asheville artists…”
Eastside Is Alive Again
The Eastside of Asheville is undergoing a transformation. We’ve seen scattered cafés and restaurants before—but now, we’re seeing spaces that are creative hubs, community builders, connections made in coffee lines and art corners. C.A.M.P. embodies that revival perfectly.
So whether you’re grabbing your morning brew, hunting for unique local art, or catching an open mic night — East Asheville (Coffee City USA) is waiting. And C.A.M.P. is leading the resurgence.
🌟 Ready to Fuel Your Comeback?
Just like C.A.M.P. is helping revive East Asheville with coffee, art, and music, your business can be part of this bigger story too. But here’s the thing—people can’t support you if they don’t know you exist.
If you want to grow, you need more than just locals or word-of-mouth. You need reach. You need your story told in the right way, in the right places—so visitors are already planning to stop by before they even hit Tunnel Road.
That’s where we come in—building websites that work, social media that creates real relationships, and content that connects your brand to the community.
As Asheville and WNC come back strong, make sure your business is part of the revival. Let’s build your next success story together. Contact us today.
