Let’s just say this: if you know, you know.
And if you don’t — it’s time to fix that.
We recently stopped by Golden Chips Fish & Chicken Galore, tucked into the Dingle Creek Crossing shopping center in South Asheville, and we were blown away by this unassuming little spot serving up big flavors.
We went for lunch and ordered:
– Fish & Chips with sweet potato fries
– The Cod Sandwich
Both were top tier. The fish was crispy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked — not overly greasy, not under-seasoned. Just delicious. You can taste the quality and the care in how everything’s made.
Yes, you read that right: Shrimp Saturday is a thing here — and apparently, it’s one of the best spots in Asheville to get shrimp done right. So if you’re a seafood fan, plan your weekend around it.
And beyond the fish and chicken?
Golden Chips offers a surprisingly diverse menu:
Belgian-style fries 🍟, homemade sauces, sandwiches, desserts, and even yuca fries (a Honduran nod from one of the family members behind the counter). And salads are coming soon.
This isn’t just another fast casual spot — Golden Chips is a family-run concept with international roots.
Owner Giancarlo Caridi and his family (originally from Italy and Guatemala) launched the concept years ago with a food trailer in Guatemala, then opened a small shop in New Orleans’ French Quarter, before eventually relocating to Asheville and bringing their dream here.
Their specialty? Belgian-style fries — hand-cut, double-fried, thick-cut, golden perfection. Pair them with one of their many dipping sauces and you’ll instantly understand the hype. Giancarlo says it best:
“I wasn’t a fan of fries… but when I tried these — you can’t stop eating them.”
Golden Chips is located in the Dingle Creek Crossing center on Hendersonville Rd, just a few doors down from Green Sage Café — in the spot that once housed a beloved TCBY (yes, nostalgia!), and more recently, a Jimmy John’s.
Now? It’s Golden Chips’ time to shine.
Quick, delicious, globally inspired, and locally rooted — this is one of those spots you try once… and keep coming back to.
✅ Fast but high-quality
✅ International flair with Asheville soul
✅ Family-owned and full of heart
✅ 100% worth a visit (especially on Shrimp Saturday)
We’ll be back soon — probably for the chicken tenders with sauces and a side of yuca fries. Because once you’ve been to Golden Chips… you just know. 😋
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