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The Stubborn Bull At Mill Creek

100/100 (2 ratings)

Accepts Credit Cards

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Accepts Mastercard

Accepts American Express

Accepts Discover

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Highlands Tavern

100/100 (2 ratings)

Napoli's Italian Grill

96/100 (450 ratings)

Accepts Mastercard

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Parking Available

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Outdoor Seating

95/100 (377 ratings)

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"What a fantastic meal we had here!! There were four of us on a Saturday night and even though they were crowded the service was impeccable. Our..."

Christine Davis

"The food here is not just amazing but actually the best in the area. They never disappoint and everything here is great! I could eat here every nite!..."

Wendy Paskin

"This place is awesome. The food was excellent and the service was too! We went on a Saturday night and the place was packed and now I can see why...."

Cara Church

"What a joy to find a wonderful restaurant that isn't "noisy" or trying to be "trendy" at the shore. This is simply fantastic food at a good price in..."

James Merillat

"One of the very best restaurants in Monmouth County. Delicious food, great staff, great atmosphere. This is a real..."

Karen Cimorelli

"My boyfriends family and I came here to celebrate our birthdays, and let me tell you, everything was made with passion and the food was so fresh and..."

Alexis Story

"It was our first time there and what an awesome place. Everything we had was delicious and the service impeccable. We highly recommend it! We will..."

Joyce Tekula-Heiser

"So glad they do lunch now. Lunch menu is as good as the dinner menu. well worth the..."

Jerry Homiak

"We had a fabulous dinner. The short ribs were the best I have ever tasted. We also had the scallops which were perfectly cooked. The service was on..."

Jacki Sharpe

"Incredible food, great atmosphere, awesome staff! Thank you for a great birthday dinner!! Will definitely be back..."

Marissa Coppola

"I absolutely loved the food here. The cheesecake was amazing. Service was awesome!! I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for..."

Grace Sepe

"Absolutely amazing… quality, creativity... and the service, feels like family. I highly recommend this restaurant BYOB boys and..."

Judy Crigger

"My favorite place to eat, everything chef chris makes is fantastic..."

Victoria D'Aloisio

"Dined at Porcini with my mother and father on 10/9/16. I was immediately impressed with the ambiance of the restaurant. Alexandria was such a..."

Alicia Gorton

"Had one of the best crab cakes of my life ever. Their beet salad was delectable as well. Great service. Varied menu...something for every palate...."

Jo Ann Niceforo

"Food was phenomenal! Bread to start was served warm and toasted. Had the Wild Boar Bolognese and the Wild Mushroom Pasta. Both were incredible and so..."

Thao Tran

"Superb small restaurant with fantastic food and wonderful service! I really like BYOB restaurants too. Crab cakes, duck, and seafood pasta are my..."

Holly W

"The food was amazing, our server was extremely friendly. This will definitely become my Italian go to in..."

Johnny Rivera

"This place feels like a home! John and Kendall and the rest of the team make this such a welcoming and enjoyable place to dine that you forget that..."

Tee Dee

"Went to dinner last Saturday night after a long absence of not dining here and couldn’t understand why! Quaint BYOB family owned restaurant, with..."

Mark Lanza

"I vacationed in Highlands this past week and after looking over all the local menus the one place I was determined to eat from was Porcini. The..."

Julia Angelina

"Attended a communion celebration at this little restaurant tucked away on Bay Avenue in scenic Highlands. Was a lovely day, we were greeted by our..."

Johannah Dolan Coleman Purdon

"Fresh food. Vegetables pluck right from the chef's garden. Seafood caught that morning. Creative, classic Italian dishes. Super attentive staff. A..."

Frank Edler

"GEM IN HIGHLANDS! I absolutely LOVE Porcini! I found this restaurant a little over two years ago, and I been dining here every week ever since! ..."

Jennifer

"Wonderful place. All the food was fresh and delicious. Had the Arancini and Spicy Seafood Mafaldine, both were superb. Would highly..."

Pete C

Highlands Pizza Place

92/100 (475 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Gift Cards Available

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4118 Kitchen + Bar

92/100 (363 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

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Vegetarian Friendly

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Gift Cards Available

Parking Available

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

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"While visiting the highlands it was difficult finding a place to dine that did not have a long wait. Stumbled across this gem. Very pleased. Tasty..."

Adam N

"Decided to try this place because everything else on the main strip was packed or wasn't what we were looking for. We hopped in here and were..."

Jacqueline V

"Great lunch spot. Smash burgers are great, beer is cold. Prices reasonable. We stop often for..."

James Riddle

"Was such a great surprise to find this gem. We sat outside and enjoyed great weather. Service was amazing. The food was so..."

michelle crampo

"Wonderful brunch this AM. Friendly service. Some of the tasty quiche we’ve had in years. Will be..."

Jason Elliott

"We had a great time here and enjoyed the delicious food and gracious staff! Highly..."

Rebecca Goepp

"We just dined here and found it to be absolutely charming. When you are tired of the higher priced and harder to get into restaurants along the main..."

Donna Tarasek

"The food was delicious and you could tell it was homemade. Staff was also very friendly. The next time I'm going through town, I would definitely eat..."

LeslieIsAGaijin

"Thank you Ryan. Burger and Mac and chx were good. Mac was nice and cheesy and good flavor. However...the cauliflower tacos were excellent. Service..."

Maqelle McMahon

"Creative food items. Everything we had was delicious. Prices seem to reasonable. Semi-dive..."

Kyle Coker

"Order the appetizers and the sandwiches. The avocado toast and the bruschetta were good. The club sandwich was good. But the potatoes that came with..."

JJ Souther

"The setting was nice, the food was fresh and delicious, and the wait staff were all nice and..."

Doris Whatley

"We always get the fish and chips! Best anywhere. Friendly folks. Great drinks. Reasonable prices. Has something for everyone. Great..."

David Silver

"Highlands NC offers many places to eat. This is a great choice. Casual and comfortable with good food and..."

Victor

"Went to watch a game. Would return. Beer and beet salad..."

Jerry Cisar

Andy's Shore Bar

91/100 (30 ratings)

"Great little spot! So classic! No drafts. No frills. Pure warm atmosphere. Very clean. Its refreshing to visit a bar that isn't all sticky and..."

Buddy Gripple

"This bar is exactly what your looking for. I don’t even know what else to say. I’ve never been there but I spoke to someone on the phone and had..."

Jonathan Connolly

"A good old fashioned beer and shot place. Good..."

Jeannie Vok

"Old school place for a cheap drink and a friendly lady behind the bar. Have a couple here before you go to some of those places on the inlet that..."

sean burns

"Nice little neighborhood pub. Quiet. No drama. Lovely..."

Barbara Domings

"Great vibe, and the juke box is a blast. Mary Ann was our bartender and she was fun and..."

SHANDEL Flannery

"Friendly service, great atmosphere, and amazing prices. This is a local..."

Eric Kvam

"Great little dive..."

Charles Ikner

"Such a classic gold bar it is the..."

Colleen Wagner

"Old time bar, good for..."

Tristen Schoellner

Francesco's Pizzeria

91/100 (389 ratings)

"Outdoor ambience alone deserves 5 star. We ordered few slices of pizza, wrap and chicken Alfredo on spaghetti. Be aware their quantity, it’s huge...."

Parthiban S

"Two huge slices for $7 cash? Amazingly tasty and quick. Very friendly staff. Keep me outta here, my diet is..."

Bill Seitzler

"We stopped in as we were passing through and it was a pleasant experience. There is no direct table service. You order at the counter and then they..."

David Farrell Jr

"I love Frannys! The tipsy grandma pie and the hot roni are my two favorites. It’s your classic pizza joint serving up some of the..."

Chris Putignano

"Such a great neighborhood pizza joint. Always amazing pizza, with great slices always available. Don't sleep on the specials - I love seeing what..."

Amanda Pleva

"Best Italian food around! I really can’t say enough about how delicious the food is! The pastas are incredible and cooked to perfection! (Not..."

Peter Casbar

"We dock our boat close by and wanted a quick bite to enjoy while waiting for sunset, came across pizzeria. Knowing a lot of the places close by...."

I Dellaportas

"It was a beautiful night so we sat at the outdoor dining area. Ordered baked lasagna which was served piping hot and delicious! The pizza ordered at..."

R M

"Wonderful hot pizza after a walk on the beach, among the best I've had in a while. We tried a custom dine-in large one half with hot honey, jalapeno,..."

Shubham Bhawalkar

"Got carryout here and it was so good and the menu so deep for an inexpensive Italian pizza place that we decided right away to eat here again the..."

Christopher Brown

"I LOVE FRANNYS AHHHHH! Their fettuccini alfredo just hits on all levels. Our family orders here at least once a month but I would eat here everyday..."

Janet Sanders

"Just moved into the area and I have found my goto Pizza joint. Ordered: Small meatball parm sub - very good California Pizza - fresh..."

Steve Rozzo

"After spending all day at the beach it's a blessing that Francescos Pizzeria is conveniently located practically adjacent to the beach. The typical..."

Brittany Ledger

"What a treasure of a find! After arriving in the Highlands via the Seastreak Ferry, I picked up two Granny-Style pizzas (par-baked and not sliced)..."

Kecia Welt

"Ate here while visiting my family and not only was the food excellent but everyone had a great time! There is indoor and outdoor seating during the..."

Eric Jonathan Martin

"Delicious pizza that's nice and hot! Meatballs are pretty good too, very dense. Family run place, nothing fancy inside, but it's a comfortable spot..."

Katie Boudreau

"excellent ravioli with sage cream sauce great hospitality wine shop near by smells delicious inside so i imagine their pizza is delicious can't..."

D Magnus

"Recently moved to the area and stumbled upon Franny's. It's a small cute pizzeria with friendly staff. The pizza itself was very good. If I had to..."

Cactus Jack

Satulah Mountain Brewing Company

91/100 (195 ratings)

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts American Express

Accepts Discover

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Digital Payments

Outdoor Seating

"Visited here on Christmas Eve while we had some free time. The only brewery in Highlands. The exterior and interior were both inviting. They have a..."

Matt

"Came in today for a quick drink but stayed for the experience. The beertender Kalyn was Incredibly friendly and the beers were delicious. I would..."

Michael Lorenzana

"I love this place. It’s amazing and my favorite place to drink. Very homey. The beers are eclectic and flavorful. The owner is super personable and..."

Kalynn Nock

"We stopped in for a cold beer on a hot day after a hike with our pups. The beer was really good! We also enjoyed that it was just outside of town..."

Renn Carroll

"Awesome small brewery. Great beer selection. They also sell 4 packs to bring back home with you which was great. Dog friendly. We will def be coming..."

Morgan Ryder

"Chill local brewery. Small and cozy. No food, just snacks. Guest taps also. Comfy couches, TVs, cool staff. Highlands is a cool rustic town,..."

The Epic Wanderers

"We enjoyed hanging out here--the service was great and the beer was tasty! I guess I was expecting more of a traditional brewery atmosphere, but this..."

Ashley Howell Gates

"Blackberry is yummy! I'm not a big beer fan but this was good! Great place to sit and..."

Beth Tanner

"Fun, relaxing bar with a great selection of beers. Indoor and outdoor seating and allows pets inside. Cole has exceptional knowledge of beers and is..."

Stephanie Church

"Really enjoyed this brewery! My kinda place. Great beer options, friendly people, dog friendly...what more could you ask..."

Ryan Freeman

"I had this beer at lunch and went to the Brewery to get some for home. The tap room has a small pub feel,while we didn't stay long. Service was..."

James Halsey RRT, RPSGT

"The guys know their stuff. They know how to pour and respect the craft. Good beer. Hadn’t been there since pre-Covid, glad to be..."

ppandbw

"Awesome brewery. They have every kind of beer, usually 80% of the taps are their own, 10 or so taps. The 20% are from breweries in the area. Great..."

Hudson B

"Great place! Good selection and very nice staff. Excellent..."

Brandon Gerald

"Smaller joint, with 3 of their own beers on tap. Solid nonetheless; tasty beer and cozy..."

Greg Whitaker

"Chill spot, great beers, and friendly staff. If their Graham Cracker Nut Brown is in season get it, it’s a local favorite for good..."

Andrew Adach

"Rotating selection of their own delicious beers, I really like the Dive IPA but there are lots of good choices, some change seasonally. Friendly..."

Bill Grubb

Carla's Snak Shak

90/100 (524 ratings)

"This place gets five stars for hospitality and friendliness. It also does not hurt that the food is great! Generous portions, great prices, it’s..."

Chuck J Wallace

"First place to eat this trip, not where we intended to but am so glad we happened upon Carla's! I forgot how much I love Texas. Friendly friendly..."

Joy Stovich

"Great place to eat and best milkshakes �️ service is outstanding..."

Pam Turnbow White

"Amazing food.. I had chicken fried steak, it was great , but the cabbage was perfect... also, the ice (Yes I am an ice lover) is better than sonic..."

Bobbie Jo Taylor

"great place to eat they have the best Cheeseburgers around and great service we would go there over..."

Manuel Tinsley

"the Snak Shak has been around since I was a kid, Carla has had it for a while now, and the food is always good, and the servers are always friendly. ..."

Steve Aguero

"Philly cheesesteak was amazing! First time here I definitely will be back!..."

Alyissa Hollis

"Great place to eat. Home style cooking and friendly atmosphere. Everyone that works there are very..."

Beverly Nolan

"Carla's a great place to eat. Carla's a beautiful..."

Phil Tabor

"I think Wednesday's for lunch is the best place to eat in this city of Highlands , Texas Love the lunch special !!!! I will return ... THANK YOU..."

Roger Mann

"Still won't eat the chicken fried chicken unless it's crispy but they really do have good..."

Cindy Baumbach Trowbridge

"Best food in town!! Very nice and clean. Also very friendly..."

Nancy Keele Forsyth

"Awesome food, and service. A great place to take..."

Kim Cowley Davis

"My family loves the Snak Shak. We've been enjoying their great food and friendly service for over 20..."

Tommy T. Scott

"This place is amazing! Fried zucchini and..."

Brittany Leigh Massey

"This is a must visit for anyone who wants southern home cooking and hospitality! The gumbo was perfect, the butter beans tasted like my late Granny..."

Angela Bonin-Jacobs

"I've eaten here several times for lunch and I've always been very happy with the food. The restaurant and restrooms are always nice and clean. The..."

m appleg8

"This restaraunt deserves its rating on Google! The meatloaf was awesome and delicious. The restaurant was spotless and the staff are great. Great..."

Martin Hirth

"Great place, awesome eats, amazing & helpful staff. Definitely a top 10 in..."

Darrell Matthew Smith

"We love to eat at Carla's! Great food and great service! The chili dogs are our favorite item to..."

sherry felts

"Everything we have ordered is great. Dine in or to go, ghis place is awsome. Definitely our go to place when we don't want to..."

wayne ridgeway

"Stopped in for lunch and it was PERFECT!! If you love classic American diner food, this is the perfect spot. Great burgers! The chili dogs are made..."

Jehan Bluford

"Great food, very clean, service is 5 star, I recommend Carla's Snak Shak to all my friends and family. I've know Carla for almost 50 years and she..."

Richard Longtine

Cafe La De Da

90/100 (107 ratings)

Los Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant

90/100 (300 ratings)

Mountain Fresh Grocery

90/100 (2688 ratings)

Specialty Food Market

Southern-Italian

Gluten Free Options

Southern-Italian

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Chicken And Waffles

Southern-Italian

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

"Cute little bakery, grocery, deli and restaurant rolled into one. We needed some supplies and wandered about for a while enjoying the vast array of..."

Harri

"This place is a hidden gem! Compared to the town that's just a walk away, the pizzas were reasonably priced - and delicious! Our family is gluten..."

Nikki B

"Our family stopped in for a quick lunch and had pizza. The service was fast and the pizza was good. We also bought a delicious apple pie and peanut..."

Tamara

"We love this place. I got the grilled chicken sandwich- and my guys got the homemade pizza. It was all really good. I also got a pecan pie for..."

Karen Hoell

"Love this store, bakery, coffee bar, pizza area, good lunch, and dinner options with restaurant in downtown Highlands. The food is excellent. Large..."

Beverly Tatum

"I do not pass through Highlands at breakfast or lunch time without stopping here. I just finished what was possibly one of the best burgers I have..."

Matt M

"We had the absolute best skewed grilled shrimp salad spring mix greens loaded with goat cheese, English walnuts, blueberries, tomato, etc...! The Bri..."

Doug Ford

"We really like this place! Not cheap but that's expected here. Excellent location, great food and service. We usually get pizza but also burgers,..."

Dejan Djolic

"Delicious! It’s my go-to place for brunch while staying in the Highlands. Biscuits and gravy, pancakes, omlette and hash browns, french..."

Nick Landry

"Great little spot for take out or dine in while you are in Highlands. There is a pizza pasta side and grill / sandwich side… we ordered something..."

JeffinMooresville

"Stopped here for breakfast before a day of hiking. Their breakfast sandwiches and omelettes are delicious. They also have a whole espresso bar that..."

Katie D'Souza

"What a gem of a place! From groceries, pizza, beer and wine, coffee bar, homemade meals, to their fresh grille. We enjoyed breakfast and lunch here..."

Melissa Browning

"Across the road from a beautiful church, explains the absolute quality inside Mountain Fresh. A must..."

Darren Verwey

88/100 (433 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

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"Quaintly romantic atmosphere. Charming European service. Food was delicious/ top notch. I ate lobster bisque, New York strip steak, homemade carrot..."

Robert Carducci

"Awesome meal as always! Great staff and great food! Hurry over now and say hello to the owner William, he's a super..."

Christopher Soldo

"The food was amazing from appetizers to dessert! If you love seafood it's a must! Don't forget the carrot cake for dessert, best I've ever..."

Jennifer Salemi

"What's not to LOVE!! This charming cozy restaurant although very small is very comfortable and even offers an outdoor patio. The servers are..."

Erin Kelleher

"Fresh is one of my favorite restaurants. The food is incredible as is the service. The owner, William has created a gem here. Its comfortable,..."

Robin Goldman

"We have dined at Fresh numerous times, most recently last Saturday night. The Jersey corn risotto with the pan seared sea scallops were amazing, as..."

Owen Bowes

"Food is always delicious and fresh. The portions are perfectly sized. We have had chicken, steak, pasta, and seafood dishes here and have always been..."

Al Verbenko

"Best place I have ever been to eat! Very elegant , and great service. Definitely the best place in Monmouth County..."

Oscar Phillip Bland Jr

"Just came from dinner and had to write a review. This place is incredible, I've been twice and will definitely be back again. The food is amazing and..."

Jessica Moy

"The food was delicious, the dish presentation was classy, the service was great, the employees/owner friendly and the atmosphere was..."

Tracie Faulkner Maretzky

"The food was incredible and extremely fresh! One of the best crab cakes I've ever had. The owner was an absolute pleasure to talk to and we can't..."

Jessica Fensterstock

"Great little Italian restaurant. Entire staff was very quick, friendly and attentive and made our group feel very much at home. I ordered the fresh..."

Patrick Minutillo

"Had dinner with family last night at Fresh, every part of our meal was exceptional! The staff/service was absolutely wonderful, extremely nice! The..."

Maureen Pierce

"We had an octopus and a shrimp appetizer which were amazing. For dinner we each had specials. A cod and clam dish with a very well developed tomato..."

Jason Nadal

"My husband and I went there for our anniversary on Wednesday. It was the second time we visited and the staff was just as delightful as the first..."

Cheryl Briggs

"Very good service and food, surprised that so many tables were empty. We had grilled salmon, swordfish piccata w/ risotto, crab cake appetizer, and..."

Eric Moxness

"Very good food and great service. They let you take your time and they don't rush you out the door. BYOB, which is nice since it keeps the price..."

Maxwell Cemeno

"I don't know why there isn't a line out the door of this place, as it is a gem of local place right downtown Highlands. A very simple menu with..."

J Eric Hallander

"first enjoyed rigatoni with bolognese and ricotta cheese as the taste of highlands treat then returned for dinner and was not disappointed The food..."

D Magnus

"My first time, but not the last. A wonderful, cozy place with exceptional service and amazing food. I wholeheartedly recommend that newcomers give it..."

Charles Nouhan

"The waitstaff was welcoming. Andrea, our waiter was fabulous! Everything he recommended was excellent. Desserts are homemade. Will be..."

Christine Sellitto

"Wow, wow went there for my friends 50th surprise birthday party dinner. This was my first time there. The meal was unbelievable. We had a whole..."

Jessica Faith

"Great Food .. cosy Ambiance.. very welcoming..Mike was excellent in helping us pick the right dish that nite from the specials.. some of being..."

Kalyani Dhokarikar “Yanni”

Lakeside Restaurant

88/100 (851 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

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Shrimp and Grits

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Outdoor Seating

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"Lovely Evening. As starters we enjoyed the Wedge Salad and the Dusted Fried Oysters. Ample Blue Cheese/dressing on the salad made it savory and ..."

Quattro Cani

"Outstanding. I have been visiting this restaurant for almost twenty years and it has never disappointed. Tell the chef what you like and he will make..."

Gabe Sampson

"We were in Highlands to celebrate our anniversary and the excellent reviews led us to Lakeside Restaurant… it did not disappoint!!! Definitely..."

GrowingUpa Reck

"Every once and awhile you go to a restaurant where you already know the food is outstanding but the service , THE SERVICE, is outrageous! This is..."

Joan Mills

"What a pleasure to dine there again after all these years! Ee were made to feel welcome and the food was delicious! I had the White Snapper special..."

Tom Kellogg

"The lobster was amazing. Scallops hugenormous. Great service. A little loud, but it was..."

toni fow

"Please read this as 20 stars since all four of us want to give 5 stars! Buckle up bc we have endlessly great things to say: - the food is clearly as..."

Stephanie Lindeman

"What a cool little place! Nice atmosphere and great staff. Read the reviews and said the cast iron scallops were a must and trust me they are! If you..."

Kathryn ragno

"We went tonight with a group of 10 for dinner and our experience was absolutely amazing!!! The food was amazing and the staff was kind. We can’t..."

Lesley Galloway

"I’ve been coming to Highlands since the 80’s but for whatever reason I never knew about this place until we took a short cut the town. Kelly and..."

Bob Ivy

"We were greeted very warmly and made to feel welcome. Our server was outstanding. All of the food was delightful except for the "lemon" risotto under..."

Deborah Hamilton

"My favorite restaurant in Highlands. The food is excellent, and the service is always impeccable. Fine dining in a casual..."

Tammy S.

Franny’s Pizzeria & Restaurant

88/100 (341 ratings)

Bay Ave Bakery And Cafe

87/100 (608 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegetarian Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

Highchairs Available

"Such delicious place to get breakfast or lunch & buy the most amazing pastries. Their brownies & crumb cake are to die for! And don't forget the..."

Kristen Leigh

"We LOVE Bay Ave Bakery. The staff is always friendly and the food is great. I eat here more times a week than I care to admit and it’s always one..."

Robyn Elder Sanfratello

"I love Bay Ave Cafe and Bakery, I probably eat here three times a week because the food is so good and the crew are tops. In the past l have given..."

Robbie Nelson

"Generous portions, Apple Crumb cake 😍 was to die for.. everything tasted great!! Def worth the..."

Ledia Seda

"I love the eggs Benedict. When they have apple and cheese danish, it’s to die..."

Melvin Gail Linnell

"Best bakery on earth, I HIGHLY recommend the SCRUMPTIOUS crumb cake (too die for), and it is an exceptional great place to stop and grab a great..."

Nicole Elizabeth

"Best breakfast I've had in a long time. Their biscuits and gravy are phenomenal. Eggs, potatoes and French toast were all great. Highly..."

Johnny Pecyna

"My family & I vacationed in Highlands this week (May 26 - June 3, 2018). One of my daily Highlights after my morning walk was to stop in to the Bay..."

Kevin Richard Hennessy

"They have the best French toast..."

Evelyn Misek Bankes

"Delicious beach town cafe and bakery! Their sandwiches are perfect to grab before heading to the beach and their desserts and bread are perfect to..."

Kaitlin Bailey

"The apple crumb cake is to die for. The service is great the breakfast was fresh and..."

Luann Cosenza-Russo

"The breakfast especially the pancakes are DELICIOUS and the crumb buns are heaven on..."

Linda Montagna

"Fresh food great taste generous portions..."

Braulio Delacruz

"Great place for bagels, coffee cake and other baked goods. Breakfast Sandwiches that are big enough to power you through the day. Everyone is very..."

Paul Guba

"Amazing bakery. Fresh bagels especially with a bacon egg and cheese? Impeccable. The peanut butter chocolate cake? Immaculate. Please do yourself a..."

Leianna Tanedo

"Great place for lunch or breakfast, Biscuits and gravy, Eggs Benedict . This place has character. For the naysayers post. Be..."

Ed Wiegner

"We had omelette and two pastries for breakfast. Everything was of excellent quality. It was early in the morning and they were cooking bagels and..."

Elena R.

"Grabbed lunch here when arriving in the area and it quickly became my regular stop for a BEC bagel. Delish. Never disappoints, folks in here are very..."

Mekayla Dale

"This is my go to Bakery in town. They made my 40th Birthday cake and it was amazing. Highly..."

Johnny Rivera

"Best bakery around!!! From cakes, to cookies, to brownies, crumb cakes so tasty!!! Don’t forget the cafe that also has good sandwiches and..."

Michael Antico

"So glad we found this gem. Wanting a Sunday brunch that didn't involve a lot of crowds, waits & tourists we decided to pop in here. Great food and..."

Tara Geraghty

"I come here during my break for work. The breakfast sandwich never cease to stun me with how good they taste, they really got something special going..."

christian rogich

"food was delightful service was welcoming and the pastries were heaven sent wish there was a bay avenue bakery near me..."

Joe Mobilio

"Amazing food. Had the Black Russian sandwich along with a chocolate and marshmallow coconut cupcake and was not disappointed. The cupcake especially..."

Chris

"The best breakfast with the best French toast. Amazing..."

Daniel Kurth

"Good sandwiches and pastries. Nice bikeride from the Sandy Hook..."

Mark Skandera

"Always delicious, always friendly. Best breakfast sandwiches and crumb..."

S Torbati

"Today was my first time at Bay Avenue Cafe and I got the salad with grilled chicken. It was amazing! And the bakery has all homemade cakes and..."

Marcy Spiegelman

"Best. Crumbcake. Ever. Great selection of baked goods, breakfast sandwiches and more. They offer tons of delicious gluten free baked goods as well,..."

Christian Richards

"Holy cow I had the best cookie ever!! Seriously good baked goods..."

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Ristorante Paoletti

86/100 (1947 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

Gift Cards Available

Parking Available

Accepts Credit Cards

"Paoletti is my favorite restaurant of all time. My husband and I have been going regularly since 2019. We have taken tons of friends and family and..."

Kadie Berline

"Another great dinner experience with our friends at Paoletti’s! From the extensive wine list, to the great service from Bryon, to the perfectly..."

Michael M

"A rare exceptional experience, Gina, third generation restaurateur, stopped by our table to ensure we were tended to properly. Saundra led us through..."

Kevin and Ellen Twomey

"Absolutely AMAZING!!! Everything including the atmosphere, food and service was excellent. Sondra provided us with exceptional service and gave..."

andrea schmitt

"Everything about our meal was fabulous. Our waitress, Heather, was outstanding. We had multiple people attend to us and no detail was left out. The..."

Elizabeth Perry Cothren

"Impeccable service, exquisite authentic Italian cuisine, a top notch wine list. and perfect ambiance for an overall fabulous dining..."

Gary Zolle Stone

"The best meal I’ve had all year. Always a wonderful experience! Service was amazing. And the coconut cake was to die..."

Brittany Forrester

"A top-notch dining experience with world-class food. Impeccable service with attention to detail. Our waiter was Juan and he was extremely attentive,..."

Antonio R.

"The atmosphere was magical. The staff is amazing and the food was super tasty. If you want to have a special dinner with a partner or friend, this is..."

Mari Briceno

"My wife & I had a nice romantic dinner last night at Ristorante Paoletti. The ambiance was cool - neat vibe - great music play list. We split the..."

Steve Atwill

"This was one of the best dining experiences my husband and I have ever had. We were celebrating our honeymoon and the staff could not have been..."

Katie Pilson

"High End Prices but Excellent Food and Service. We had dinner and found everything to be well prepared. I am not going to single out individual..."

Stephen Bressi

"Paoletti’s NEVER disappoints! Hands down one of our most favorite dining experiences every time we go. The food is so delicious and service is so..."

Beth Riley

"Paoletti's is a Highlands, NC classic and one of our favorite dining experiences for the past 10 years. But don't think they are resting on their..."

Robert Steele

"We had a wonderful experience at Paolettis. Our hostess seated our group as requested in table promptly. Our server, Saundra was superb, attentive..."

James Moody

"Shrimp and scallops, veal Piccata, bolognese all excellent! Creamed spinach and Funghi were delicious! My wife had the beet salad. The dressing was..."

Tom Kellogg

"Four of us went and everyone loved their meal. Eggplant Lasagna, Osso Buco, Mushroom Risotto, and my FAV the Cioppino which was seasoned perfectly..."

Bill Grubb

"It had been several years since we ate dinner at Paolettis. The service was the same as we remembered- exquisite. The new bolognese was the best I..."

David Cohen

Pizza Place Of Highlands

86/100 (902 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegetarian Friendly

"Wonderful pizza. Unexpected for Highlands. Very friendly service. A bit expensive but it is Highlands. The large is very big. I do recommend it..."

Robert Abbott

"The pizza is immaculate and you will fall in love with the flavors. I have no complaints because it was truly an excellent experience. A “amazing..."

Javier Garcia

"Great pizza shop with no wait at lunch time (on a weekday) in the busy town of Highlands on Main St. Nice staff and yummy pizza (10" pepperoni for..."

Tami Stewart

"What an incredible restaurant. I ordered the meat lovers pizza and it was absolutely exquisite! The staff is nice, the place is pet friendly, and the..."

Diego Garcia

"The best pizza I have had in America! I’ve been coming to this place since I was a little girl and always enjoy when I come to highlands! I could..."

Sarah Johnson

"Simple, quick pizzas and wings with fresh ingredients and relatively quick service. No table service but they will bring to your table. Great place..."

doctoms72

"Great little pizza place for families or anyone wanting a laidback lunch/dinner in Highlands. Decor could use an update, but definitely kid-friendly,..."

Theresa H

"Stopped in on a busy Saturday for lunch. We had sandwiches and the kids had hot dogs and chicken tenders. Sandwiches were filling and very good. Food..."

Zach Attack

"In a land of overpriced, snooty, bland places that are trying too hard to be "big city" snooty... be a Pizza Place. Seriously we walked downtown..."

Hawk C

"This is probably the best pizza in Highlands! Great food, very friendly staff, and a cozy atmosphere. If you're looking for some great Italian food,..."

Joey Gibson

Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

85/100 (1542 ratings)

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

"Went for my first time to see a band that was recommended to me. But, wow. The views, the atmosphere, the variety of seating areas was just awesome!..."

Kevin Davis

"Proving Ground offers a great view and some great appetizers. Everyone I’ve been there, I always enjoyed myself. It’s got a laid back, seashore..."

Renee Lam-Whiteman

"Wonderful place to sit outside, enjoy the views. You can get there via boat as well. There was live music playing and people dancing. The food was..."

Sandra McLachlan

"Proving Ground is my absolute favourite restaurant to visit with my family. Not only is the food spectacular… but the view is also gorgeous. On a..."

Sedor Family

"A very nice, upscale restaurant that offers nice seafood and views of the water. We docked our boat at their dock with the help of their dock master..."

Ye Aung

"Stopped at this restaurant after an event. Overall ambience is nice. Food tasted pretty good. I had a bacon cheddar burger which was perfectly..."

Jorge Carrasco

"Gorgeous restaurant - right on the water. I ordered the mahi mahi tacos that had avocado, cabbage and other good toppings. We got a homemade blonde..."

Samantha S

"Service was excellent.Tried a lemonade cocktail which was different. Buttermilk chicken sandwich had a kick but good.Loved the crab cake sandwich!..."

Malina K

"One of the nicer eateries in the area. Beautiful place with nice ambiance. Waterfront dining available weather permitting. Reservations..."

Ron M

"Girls nite out with the Dueling Pianos. Great food and seating is not on top of each other. Outdoor seating has heaters to accommodate the cold air..."

Elana Kaloyerakis

85/100 (513 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Accepts Mastercard

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Discover

Gift Cards Available

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Accepts Credit Cards

Non-smoking restaurants

"We went to Asia house today to celebrate Kyle's birthday. Everything was made fresh- the vegetables were perfectly crispy. My shrimp 🍤 were large..."

Andrea Gabbard

"Absolutely amazing food and great atmosphere. Very warm and inviting. My friend and I were greeted with a smile and seated immediately. The drink..."

David Thomas

"Upon arrival I was quickly greeted with the question of whether or not I had a reservation, I did not as nothing indicates that it is needed, & then..."

Megan Willis

"Was a great place, friendly staff, prompt and clean! Some of the best Asian food I’ve ever had! Definitely going..."

Matthew Walker

"Really nice place with good Asian cuisine. The lunch specials are decently priced and the taste is outstanding. They have Siracha hot sauce abs their..."

Wilson Echevarria II

"Great Chinese food in downtown Highlands. Food was exceptional, better than most. We had Veg lo main, sesame chicken and both were really..."

JeffinMooresville

"This place is wonderful. Never had a bad meal here and have eaten here several times. The calamari appetizer is the best ever. It's served with..."

Jan L.

"Food was definitely 5 ⭐'s. Very pricey for this style food although the food was delicious and the service was stellar but still I don't think..."

Andrew Jenkins

"Go to sushi spot. Great people, service, and food! Update: This restaurant was so good that I came back with my girlfriend the very next night! We..."

Matt Deese

"Delicious food. I have the Sweet and Sour Chicken and fried rice. I ate every bite. I would definitely recommend the food and service. Lovely..."

Anna Carter

"My wife and I celebrated our anniversary here. She has 2 sushi rolls and a salad. I had cheese wontons and seafood fried rice. Would come back again...."

Kevin Ekman

"Excellent food, beautiful plate presentation. My wife gave the thumbs up to their old fashioned, and they were open for a late lunch when almost no..."

Mike Erbach

"The exterior photos don't do Asia House justice--it's much more charming in person, both inside and out. Attractive landscaping enhances the curb..."

April Childress

"It had been a long time since we tried the food there. We had dinner there and were totally happy with the food, service, and the atmosphere. Well..."

Robert Casella

Highlands Smokehouse

85/100 (788 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Gluten Free Options

Pulled Pork Sandwich

Outdoor Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

"My family of 5 went with our dog. We have our order at a window outside and the food was delivered to us. It was delicious! We had the burnt ends for..."

Heather Jordan

"Great food! The brisket tacos are the best thing on the menu. Followed shortly by the Onion strings. They offer catering as well! Great set..."

Kaysie Allen

"The food, the seating, and the service were absolutely amazing. They even ask if you want your brisket lean or marbled. There is no fat in the..."

Stewart

"I am not from the South, so I cannot attest to authenticity. What I can attest to is that this is the best d@mn bbq I have ever had in my..."

Nichole Gould

"Great food but pretty pricey. Definitely Texas-centric bbq and food basis, but had good vinegar pulled pork, and good mustard and white sauces too. I..."

Carter Claiborne

"This restaurant is one of the more unique ones I've been to. While many of the restaurants in my reviews are chain restaurants, this one was nice, as..."

Ethan Poole

"The best BBQ we have ever had! We tried several places in the area, Highlands smokehouse was without a doubt the best. Mick was extremely helpful..."

Hilary Sundack

"My wife and I are on a constant hunt for good barbecue places. We saw this place while on vacation and thought we would stop. Boy are we glad we did!..."

Brian Schrand

"On a BBQ scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being Red Lobster and 10 being Charlie Vergos’ Rendezvous, Highlands Smokehouse comes in a solid 7. I’m super..."

Alan Guerry

"Love that the staff was upbeat and welcoming. We showed up with a party of seven at lunchtime, and the wait time was minimal. To top it off, the..."

Tom Williams

Trama's At One Willow

85/100 (960 ratings)

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

"You can’t beat this location and incredible views. This place is a gem for so many reasons. They accommodated us with a beautiful spot to sit on..."

Stacey Maloney

"I came here with a couple friends for my birthday and it was a nice night. Our waiter was nice, and gave me a recommendation to get the special which..."

Ashlee Pantano

"Ate outside by tiki bar…live music added to the ambiance. Ordered west coast oysters and local clams on the half shell, were excellent. Our entrees..."

Lisa A

"Very nice menu. Nice selections. Raw Bar (Clams and Oysters) were absolutely fresh as can be. A little pricey $2.50 per small clams. $30 for a dozen..."

David Greenberg

"excellent service and food and drinks and view! chicken caesar wrap is delish and caprihana is a great cocktail. paul the waiter was attentive,..."

Davaish Singh

"This is an unbelievable venue. Beautiful location on the water in the Highlands!!! Server was courteous and friendly. Overall experience was beyond...."

James Tancredi

"All I can say is wow! The food, the sevice,the location, and building all just amazing. Thank you for topping off an already wonderful day and making..."

matthew winhold

"One Willow, blew us away again on a special event night. Chef Nick and Jason the GM pit together such a lovely event for wine pairing. These guys..."

Nick Fusilli

"We visited One Willow a year ago for my mother’s birthday and came again last weekend for my parent’s anniversary. The food was just as good as..."

Gina G

"One Willow is an absolutely stunning restaurant with one of the most beautiful 180 degree unobstructed views of the ocean. We recently worked with..."

Michele Camille

"First time here and we will definitely return. The live music, food and drinks were great. The fresh clams were exactly that fresh and delicious. ..."

Jose Santos

"This place was beautiful inside and out! Our appetizers were excellent. My husband’s dinner was very good. I would give it five stars but my..."

Nicole Glozzy

"Had a date night here last week. Everything was excellent! My husband and I ordered 3 appetizers (tuna tacos, grilled octopus, the tuna tartar..."

Maria Ponsi

"We had a great lunch outside on the deck. The food was all terrific, especially the daily specials. We ordered crudo, salad, a burger, tacos -..."

Ashley Miller

"I recently visited One Willow with a group of friends and everything was fantastic! We loved the Tuna Tacos, which were light, crispy, and full of..."

Kennedy Fanner

"If my husband and I could give One Willow more stars, we would! We planned to get married 8-8-2020 in Lake Como, Italy. Covid hit and our plans..."

Ashley Novitski

Meritage Bistro

85/100 (489 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

"Delightful! Very much enjoyed the ambiance. Plus, the food and drinks were spot on. Delicious - right up there with some of the best meals from our..."

Kelly Hornbuckle

"Sat outside surrounded by trees and nature. Great service and delicious upscale food. A must!! Every plate below was..."

Enrique

"What a lovely and enjoyable experience! When you want your brunch to be something special, this is the place to go! The staff and food were equally..."

Mike Sprouse

"Accommodated us & our dog at last minute...excellent food...delightful server...reasonable prices...very good (& reasonable) wine list. Would..."

Lynna Ruth S

"This was our first time dining here and we were very impressed!! Our waiter Josiah was exceptional and very knowledgeable about the food he was..."

Richie Calloway

"They were only open for takeout May 2020. It's one of our favorites when we come up to dine in. The food was amazing, we had the ribs, chicken..."

Debbie Hargis

"For quality food, a superb selection of international wines and value for money, we think Meritage is the best restaurant in Highlands . . . and so..."

Julia Flaherty

"Had an incredible brunch with all inclusive mimosas and dessert. Had the lemon chicken soup which was great! Followed that up with the sea scallops..."

Sarah Fye

"My wife and I had been wanting to stop by Meritage Bistro for a while now, so we took my Aunt there for lunch for Mother's Day today. We were not..."

Michael Fox

"My brother and his wife took me to this quaint restaurant for an early dinner. While we were the first guests to arrive, the dining area soon was..."

Joshua Medley

"My husband and I just returned from a fabulous brunch! The service was impeccable (Taylor) and the food was just as good. This is a "must" a must..."

Mona Kelly

"This was a really nice experience. I was enthralled by the wine selection. Service was excellent, and the food superb. We had two teenage french..."

Randy Beardsworth

"This place had some really great tasting food. My entire family enjoyed their meals. If anybody is looking for great tasting food this is the place..."

Juan Ventura

"Great meal. Might suggest a little more training for servers - ours didn’t give us the full lowdown on specials, but overall had a great experience..."

Jason Chevallard

"My husband and I were traveling in the Blue Ridge Mountains over the holidays and discovered this DELIGHTFUL restaurant in Highlands, NC. Fantastic..."

Liz Beahm

The Chubby Pickle

85/100 (1318 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Outdoor Seating

"Five stars because Craig Andrews has never been bad at anything it his life... Especially where alcohol is..."

Dean Paul Martin

"First time going here and everything was great! The food was delicious - from the crispy sweet sesame wings to the juicy smash burger. Didn't wait..."

Melissa Ngai

"I recently visited the Chubby Pickle restaurant and had a fantastic experience. The drinks at this place were absolutely great, with a wide variety..."

Harver Del Castillo

"Neat little place near the water. Live music. Food was excellent! Service started out great but fell off later in the meal and while trying to get..."

Kevin Davis

"Local bar with entertainment, good food, but you're definitely going there for drinks and music. Fun place to hang out with friends! The staff is..."

Nick Manente

"Believe it or not, this place serves the best Mexican corn... so odd but sooo delicious!! BTW, the chef is Italian .. ha! Definitely go..."

Andrea Fleitas

"Awesome local bar with really great..."

Stephanie Giardina

"Great atmosphere, fantastic food and pretty awesome service. Food arrived hot, waitress was on point checked in and made great recommendations...."

William Somma

"A dive bar? Well I guess so but really this is a good locals bar. We spoke to Bob who was a wealth of information on what we should do for the rest..."

Steve M

"We were there for the school of rock show. Great atmosphere people, crowded during live music so make sure they get your order right as it's loud. ..."

Lee Channing “Tyleeler” Tyler

"date night for our anniversary… It was our first time here. We both enjoyed drinks/cocktails appetizers, and it was very delicious. The mojo pork..."

william jouvin jr.

"If you're looking for a great neighborhood type bar, look no further. My wife and I are new to the area and wanted to try something out on a Saturday..."

Sean OBrien

"We had a celebration of life for my beloved husband and from the very beginning Erin and her staff provided excellent service. The food is delicious..."

JoAnne Mangiamele

"Great place, food was awesome. Find out when the Band Pier Pressure is playing there next, They just made a great night..."

Michael Blasi

"The pickleback shot was legendary. Would recommend also good vibes..."

Danielle Rye (Dani)

"Excellent service, able to sample a variety of beer, food was hot, Korean brussel sprouts were excellent, fried pickles "Frickles" were good,..."

William Joel

"Stopped in this place after a hike nearby. Loved it! The food was amazing and the service was wonderful! Will definitely visit again whenever Im in..."

Angelica Lopez

"Great chicken sandwich. Nice selection of tap and bottled beer. Friendly, good service. Outdoor covered seating was a nice respite from the hot..."

Roberta F

"The service was great! The food was really good...the loaded tater tots a must! The smash burger was..."

Jennifer Cleary

The Wine Garden At Old Edwards Inn

84/100 (588 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegetarian Friendly

Non-smoking restaurants

Outdoor Seating

"Very enjoyable. Arrived early, so guided to The Library for drinks. Very nice ambiance there with expertly prepared cocktails. Prompt, attentive..."

Tim Riley

"Brunch in July. We enjoyed brunch (party of 4) in July and everyone enjoyed their meals. Each of our party had ordered a different entree and..."

Quattro Cani

"We dined at Madison's twice during our stay. Dinner was enjoyable, but the breakfast was quite simply one of the best meals of my life. I consider..."

Gatormom

"Love the food and service. Never a bad meal. Been there several times and always try a new dish. So far i cannot pick out my favorite because all..."

Finicky Foody

"Fabulous. This is Fine dining at it's best. I am usually very suspect of resort food and was sceptical of what was to come since we are captive..."

Frank

"Great experience. Use a package from the inn. Expensive so make it a special occasion. Onion soup was to die for... They know..."

Jonny S

"Madisons is an experience all in itself, if you can afford it. The chef makes some very unique combinations, but all is well in the end, try the..."

NannerMan

"We tried to get a table in the main restaurant in the side room, but the booths were all reserved. It actually worked out because we we able to sit..."

William McPhail

"We had dinner here Friday night! I highly recommend the pasta short rib! Michael was our server! He was so accommodating, attentive, helpful,..."

Courtney L

"We went for my sister's 70th birthday. The food was excellent and the service was very personal and welcoming. There were rose petals on the table..."

Carol Lewis

"Stopped off for a beverage and snack before travelling on to Cashiers. The Old Edwards Inn has a lot of charm and the Wine Garden is a beautiful..."

Gary Zolle Stone

"A very sophisticated and upscale place. Breakfast was really nice and the service was top notch. Waiter did a fantastic job at helping me get a..."

Chrissy

"5 star+ every time all around. The best Fine Dine in the Highlands. This dish was Calves Liver with onions and Potatoes. The drink was a Moxy..."

mary chambrs

"It’s quite good! The Pan-Seared Foie Gras was heavenly! Pan-Seared Foie Gras Warm Black Lentil Salad, Sweet Onion Cream, Toasted Brioche, Frisée..."

Milton Siegele

"We ate here on a Saturday in June. Couldn’t make a reservation so we put our name in and they would call/text us. That isn’t an issue as there..."

Vespa Geek

"We had a very nice lunch at Madison's. Service was outstanding, food was good. Our Ceasar salad was excellent, and I enjoyed my carrot soup and a..."

Veronique Eichler

"Our experience at Madison's was truly exceptional. Our server was kind and attentive, the booth was comfortable and the food was delicious. I felt so..."

Kate Maher

"Have dined here numerous times over the years and always enjoy. Recently the lunch menu could be better. We were a sizable group over the Labor Day..."

Donna Medeiros

"Excellent dining experience! Every staff member was extremely friendly and helpful which helped set the tone for a very enjoyable evening of truly..."

Peg & Ron LaMascus

"First class restaurant! Courteous and accommodative service. Very clean and rich surroundings. We sat in a booth, which was the most comfortable..."

Wesley Odom

"Magical evening at Madison’s Restaurant.The service was fabulous and dinner amazing. Our waiter William was spectacular and chemist Jason Duke made..."

Lindsay Payne

"A must when you are in Highlands North Carolina. They do fabulous job and treat you special. The facility is beautiful and the food is excellent..."

Bill McLeod

"Beyond expectations from beginning to end ! A very special experience. The service was outstanding, the food superb, a beautiful ..."

Donna Kain

"Food was good. The service was great. It was very pleasant sitting outside at the wine garden. It was a perfect 72°F. The sweet tea was excellent...."

Holt Hopkins

"We had lunch and breakfast twice at Madison’s. This was our favorite dining experience in Highlands. The breakfast, even just the simple eggs and..."

David Mathews

"An absolutely wonderful experience! We ate outside in the wine garden with a babbling brook nearby. Fantastic ambiance and wonderful service. The..."

Greg Damon

Hinlickity’s Ice Cream Parlor

84/100 (151 ratings)

"Ice cream was very good. Cute place. Took my daughter there because she's such an Elvis fan and I knew they had a few..."

Sharon G.

"Literally the tastiest ice cream I've ever had, salted caramel pretzel. Not too sweet, perfect consistency. Also the outdoor decor is..."

Jack Mehoffer

"what a delightful treat!! The place is kitchy, the ice cream is delicious, and the place is also super clean we really enjoyed everything about..."

D Magnus

"It was delicious and the place was clean and beautiful. Everything was wet up nicely. The flowers tge little bistro seating. Everything. But the ice..."

Sunni Mari

"At first glance it appears to be just a other ice cream joint but when you go inside it brings you back to the 50's era. Elvis on the jukebox, the..."

Tattoo

"Absolutely delicious Ice Cream! Beautiful and nostalgic atmosphere! Super customer service! The line of people went very fast! Tables for everyone to..."

Naomi Novik

"Family friendly ice cream, comfy..."

Christopher Spletter

"Hinlickity's is the perfect ice cream parlor. It's like stepping back in time, they have all your classic favorites and some new ones too. The ice..."

Stephen Ferguson

"They have a really great outdoor space with lots of tables and a walk up window. It’s cash only to come prepared! I got the blueberry and sweet..."

Rachel Rinkesmith

"Cute shop with a lot of character. They have..."

E More

84/100 (446 ratings)

"Had a very energetic waitress, Sam, take care of us. She was very engaging and on top of everything. The meal was excellent and I would love to give..."

Cris Mertz

"There 2 times in last month, the food is fantastic, service is on their game and it has a great small restaurant feel with rustic interior. They have..."

Ray Vargas

"Place is great. Food is near perfect. Only downside is that the day we went, the service was off. It seemed they only had one server working the..."

Mike Ramos

"Gotta say, this place was really good. Small, but intimate. Menu is straight to the point. Be careful. The portions are a lot bigger than I thought...."

Jude Anthony

"Wow! This was hands down the best Italian we've had here in Highlands in 20 years! Charming little spot, food was beautifully presented, white..."

Noel Mesler

"Awesome Food ... Fantastic Service ... Warm Atmosphere! Definitely, a "go to" restaurant. This was my first visit and it surely will not be my last...."

Gerard Cudzil

"Made to order, delicious and reasonable. True italian atmospere piped music inside and out draws you in to the warm and relaxed atmosphere. Cant wait..."

Christina Merklin

"Amazing classic Italian food in a beautiful rustic building. The sevice was top notch, very attentive. The chef truly puts his all into every..."

Chris Nolan

"Went in with a friend for the couple dinner 2 for $38. What a meal! Antipasta great bread, oil with garlic compliment. I had the Veal Parmiggiano...."

Maryann Busichio

"I went with my family. Good italian spot, prices are very reasonable, great service and its byo. A few minor issues about my visit however were the..."

Marc P

"Service and ambiance were wonderful and made for an intimate dinner. The warm bread and garlic laced dipping oil continued that pattern. ..."

ed cetron

"Fantastic food always, but the osso buco was particularly delicious. Service was great - pleasant, informative and attentive. Definitely going back..."

Donald Melnyk

"The food here is out of this world incredible and the portions are huge. Great friendly service too! Highly..."

Ethan Reich

"Authentic, delicious Italian food. Definitely recommend eating here. The owner Mike is the same owner from Citricos in..."

Tara M

"Great place to come in and relax on a rainy night. Beautiful atmosphere 100% a great place no matter what the weather is to be honest packed or slow,..."

Scott Fuschetti

"Went for first time with 6 family members. Service was second to none and food was delicious and hot! Will return..."

Kevin Lamb

"Always a great experience. Amazing food,large portions and a friendly..."

Nancy Messina

"Went back for a second try with a friend of mine (he said I was "nuts"when I left the now deleted first review). The kitchen was totally on their..."

John Treubig

84/100 (1680 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Shrimp and Grits

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

"We tried to get a table in the main restaurant in the side room, but the booths were all reserved. It actually worked out because we we able to sit..."

William McPhail

"We had dinner here Friday night! I highly recommend the pasta short rib! Michael was our server! He was so accommodating, attentive, helpful,..."

Courtney L

"We went for my sister's 70th birthday. The food was excellent and the service was very personal and welcoming. There were rose petals on the table..."

Carol Lewis

"Stopped off for a beverage and snack before travelling on to Cashiers. The Old Edwards Inn has a lot of charm and the Wine Garden is a beautiful..."

Gary Zolle Stone

"A very sophisticated and upscale place. Breakfast was really nice and the service was top notch. Waiter did a fantastic job at helping me get a..."

Chrissy

"5 star+ every time all around. The best Fine Dine in the Highlands. This dish was Calves Liver with onions and Potatoes. The drink was a Moxy..."

mary chambrs

"It’s quite good! The Pan-Seared Foie Gras was heavenly! Pan-Seared Foie Gras Warm Black Lentil Salad, Sweet Onion Cream, Toasted Brioche, Frisée..."

Milton Siegele

"We ate here on a Saturday in June. Couldn’t make a reservation so we put our name in and they would call/text us. That isn’t an issue as there..."

Vespa Geek

"We had a very nice lunch at Madison's. Service was outstanding, food was good. Our Ceasar salad was excellent, and I enjoyed my carrot soup and a..."

Veronique Eichler

"Our experience at Madison's was truly exceptional. Our server was kind and attentive, the booth was comfortable and the food was delicious. I felt so..."

Kate Maher

"Have dined here numerous times over the years and always enjoy. Recently the lunch menu could be better. We were a sizable group over the Labor Day..."

Donna Medeiros

"Excellent dining experience! Every staff member was extremely friendly and helpful which helped set the tone for a very enjoyable evening of truly..."

Peg & Ron LaMascus

"First class restaurant! Courteous and accommodative service. Very clean and rich surroundings. We sat in a booth, which was the most comfortable..."

Wesley Odom

"Magical evening at Madison’s Restaurant.The service was fabulous and dinner amazing. Our waiter William was spectacular and chemist Jason Duke made..."

Lindsay Payne

"A must when you are in Highlands North Carolina. They do fabulous job and treat you special. The facility is beautiful and the food is excellent..."

Bill McLeod

"Beyond expectations from beginning to end ! A very special experience. The service was outstanding, the food superb, a beautiful ..."

Donna Kain

"Food was good. The service was great. It was very pleasant sitting outside at the wine garden. It was a perfect 72°F. The sweet tea was excellent...."

Holt Hopkins

"We had lunch and breakfast twice at Madison’s. This was our favorite dining experience in Highlands. The breakfast, even just the simple eggs and..."

David Mathews

"An absolutely wonderful experience! We ate outside in the wine garden with a babbling brook nearby. Fantastic ambiance and wonderful service. The..."

Greg Damon

Tug’s Proper U

84/100 (301 ratings)

"We thoroughly enjoyed our meal here on a Saturday night in December. Restaurant has a cool atmosphere. Apparently you can sit at a communal table or..."

Jenny M

"Stopped in for dinner on our short weekend trip. We split the Iceberg wedge salad to start - really yummy. I ordered the Painkiller for my drink..."

Eliza - PDP COUNTERTOPS

"This place was so good. We ordered the knife and fork ceaser salad and the primary burger. And let me tell you, that was the best burger we've had in..."

gwendolyn satterfield

"Having eaten everywhere in Highlands, multiple times, I was expecting more of the same…good food, ok service and a forgettable meal. Luckily I was..."

Alan Guerry

"Great ambiance, service, and food! The Primary burger is literally the best I’ve ever had — Wagyu beef burger, house made bacon, and a potato..."

Bill Grubb

"Great food, great service, great restaurant! Not pictured is the roasted Brussel sprouts and cornbread...."

Nick Landry

"Excellent date night dinner. Cesear salad, oysters, cornbread, and lamb lollipops were enjoyed during our meal. Overall was appropriately priced. The..."

Melissa Browning

"The food was delicious. I got the lamb, and I highly recommend it. This is not the kind of place that you are going to pop in for a quick bite. The..."

Elyse Ott

"First time here. Always good food in Highlands but this was just stellar start to finish. Great drink selections. Every dish was incredibly well..."

Chad Rodriguez

"Great atmosphere, food and service. Had the Brussels and cornbread to start and they were phenomenal. Waygu burger was cooked perfectly and was..."

Alfonso Llamas

"First time visiting the Highlands area and our first night we snagged a seat at Primary! Could not have been more excellent in every..."

Ann Martinez

"Great ambiance, good food, excellent coktails. One of the better Manhattan's I've had in awhile. Trout was excellent and they had a pretty good kids..."

Brad Kosar

"Excellent service and a wonderful atmosphere. The food was excellent too, a very fresh salad with balsamic dressing and the lamb chops were..."

CCV NC

"Had been looking forward to a nice Espresso Martini for my birthday, but what I got wasn't even close! It might have been a Mudslide, which is okay,..."

Keta Biro

"Oh my God everything about this place was just so amazing! Superior, top-notch service and amazing menu options! It well is worth the price for sure!..."

Josy Hill

"First time visiting the area. I was by myself and arrived not long after it opened, so seating was not an issue for me. Food was delicious. I had the..."

Chris Whitmore

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