Iconic restaurant saved in ‘Hail Mary’ pass, new concept opening in West Asheville

ASHEVILLE – Another era is ending for the iconic West Asheville restaurant that operated as Tastee Diner for more than 75 years. On Jan. 29, Hail Mary will open at 575 Haywood Road in West Asheville, officially ending the Tastee Diner era but carrying on the legacy of a neighborhood greasy spoon establishment. Hail Mary’s owner Kelly Gable said there was discussion about how to change while still paying homage. “This is kind of like our ‘Hail Mary’ pass to save a small business post-Helene and a business that’s been through so much and been a staple of Asheville’s…..

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