The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Highlands, May 2024

"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!..."

Frank

Jonny S

"It was good, don't get me wrong, I would call it a poor man's Chipotle. The items were fresh, the service was friendly, and it's a quick and easy..."

NannerMan

"We had an early lunch here on a Weds. It was not crowded and the server talked us through the order process. Very similar to a Chipotle, but with a..."

Mike Patton

"We have eaten here the last two times we visited Highlands. The prices are fair and reasonable for the amount of food you get. And the food is truly..."

Ed Jenkins

"This place was so great. Quaint, fun, food and drinks are incredible. Since I went almost two years ago, they’ve had some staffing issues and have..."

Michael Maher

"On my list for ALL TIME best margaritas anywhere! Great spot for casual lunch. We had the daily soup which was Baja chicken soup and the queso..."

Donna Kain

"Best Mexican in town. They have new owners and a new name in the past few years. Much is exactly the same. However, the pork is definitely better!..."

D C

"This place was great! My family and I are on vacation and we decided to visit the highlands. We came in today for lunch. Everyone had great..."

Crystal Brown

"Great restaurant- They were open on thanksgiving which was a great gesture. Top quality food and..."

Vikrant Talwar

"We were just passing through the town and needed something to eat and we saw the burrito sign. The guacamole here is amazing - one of the best I’ve..."

Melissa Draudt

"We had two bean burritos and a shrimp/steak quesadilla to eat, and a couple margaritas to wash them down. Easily the best food we had in Highlands..."

D C

"Fresh food, reasonable prices, authentic flavors. Highly recommend when visiting Highlands - it was our best meal there! The various sauces were..."

Sarah Smoak

"We had chips, cheese dip, and a chicken quesedilla. It was pretty tasty and reasonably priced, considering every other restaurant in the area is..."

Gabrielle P

"Great little burrito place, alot like a Moe's. Had the shrimp nachos! Soooo..."

Amanda Baines

"We had a big order put in and they had it ready in less than 20 minutes. Food tasted so good and fresh. Excellent customer service, will return..."

Toshianna Watson

"Great food! Glad it is open..."

Tim Chambers

"While every other restaurant in Highlands has a wait or is short staffed, this spot is a gem on the mountain. Three ladies behind the counter making..."

Brett Hagood

"Enjoyed a great lunch while visiting the area- food was served up hot and fresh with friendly service. I appreciated their low key vibe, reasonable..."

Annie Trachtenberg

"Took my family to highlands burrito a few days ago, we had a great experience the food was delicious and fresh and they make it right in front of..."

Tracy Cook

"Excellent fresh food and super friendly staff greet you when you enter Highlands burrito. Everything that I have tried from here has been excellent...."

Joey Gibson

"My wife and I love to eat at this place. Every time we visit Highlands we stop in there. I plan my arrival time so that it's when they're open..."

Terry Sellers

Highlands Smokehouse

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

"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

"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

The Kitchen

"Since I write Mountain Flavors food column for the newspaper some people think I cook al the time. Well, I do love to cook but only when I want to..."

Dwight Underhill

"We used them for my husbands’ 75th birthday celebration last June. They did a fabulous job and were fun to work with! Will use them again! You will..."

Becky Goodwin

"Delicious food and awesome catering service. She even has Gluten Free options! I have Celiac boyfriend so this is a huge..."

Stella Amore

"The owner Susie is the best ever. The food is..."

Cole Duchene

"Amazing strata for our huge crew. Fed us breakfast all weekend. Can't wait to come..."

Allen Yates

"Great chicken and wild rice..."

Andy Schroeder

Holly Laughridge

Sweetreats Ice Cream & Highland Deli

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"For 15 years visiting North Carolina we looked up ice cream near me! This is our go to when we are in the area and part of the reason we now visit!We..."

Brandon Gerzeny

"We stopped in yesterday for the first time and it is quite different from what we expected. There are only two choices of flavors; chocolate or..."

Peg & Ron LaMascus

"Great ice cream and friendly staff! I love places where you can customize your ice cream to your exact taste like here! Choose your base and any..."

Evan Forster

"Had a vanilla shake with dark chocolate chunks, best shake . Staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely will be..."

Jason Fore

"Warm Italian sub was delicious, wild rice soup and the craft ice cream. I would eat here..."

Maria Gilbert

"My favorite type of ice cream! They actually blend the toppings with the ice cream as you wish. Creamy and on point 🍦🤪 probably one of the best..."

Enrique

"The best of the "mix in the things you want and we make an ice cream out of that" style of ice cream place. They use these very serious industrial..."

Stephen Sullivan

"We drive 2 hours EACH way just to get ice cream at SweeTreats! We’ve been going there for years and love it! Liked their other location better. ..."

Debbie Clark

"We had a wonderful experience here! Each family member got a different flavor combination and they were all delicious! The staff was friendly and the..."

Hayley Bryan

"LOVE the ice cream here. My family’s all time favorite ice cream shop. Would much rather go to the old location by the stream than the downtown..."

Emily Major

"Been coming here for the amazing Very Berry ice cream since my daughter was a child. She just got married in Highlands, NC and we asked if they could..."

Stephanie Lambert

Meritage Bistro

"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

"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

Non-smoking restaurants

"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

"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..."

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Il Lago

"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

Madison's

84/100 (1680 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

"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

On The Veranda Restaurant

83/100 (1027 ratings)

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had a delicious meal here for my 50 birthday. From cocktail to creme brulee, we highly enjoyed everything. Service was great as well. Not sure if..."

Justine Vild

"Incredible food and location on the shore of Lake Sequoyah. We have been coming to OTV for a 30 years and it doesn’t disappoint. The horseradish..."

Bill Grubb

"We always enjoy dinner here. There's a lovely view of the lake and you can see a bit of sunset color. The atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable...."

Lynn Dierksen

"Stumbling upon this restaurant by chance, we couldn't resist joining the line forming just before it opened. Once inside, we were embraced by genuine..."

Phaneendra B

"This place was beyond what I was thinking it would be. Lakefront dining this time of yr is the best. Nice and cool out. 65 I had the NC Pralines..."

Mark H

"The food and atmosphere were both great. We were a little disappointed with our service. We let our waiter know we would not need the wine list at..."

Molli Goggin

"Our dining experience last night at On The Veranda was perfect. I went with my sister, and we were shown to a delightful table for two overlooking..."

Shelley MacMillan

"Finally! ... a restaurant that serves amazing food. I would actually compare to the best in NYC. Melt in your mouth, from beginning to end. Our..."

Jill Rosen

"Make sure you go when Lisa is there singing and playing the piano! She is the best! Varanda has been in Highlands forever. Very good atmosphere,..."

Brazilian Esthetician (Licensed Esthetician)

"We were taking a scenic route and stumbled on this little place. What a great stop. Food and beverages were great, service was outstanding. We ate..."

B Taylor

"Lovely dinner with my husband. The only problem was dessert . The description did not mention that alcohol was an ingredient. I could not eat..."

Jennifer Smith

"I've been going to OTV for as long as it has been open. I have not been in years as we live out of state, but it was as delicious as I remember. The..."

Janet Stark

"Saturday night, beginning of Fall, live piano bar Fri & Sat night. On the lake. Great service. Lobster picatta, LOBSTER picatta, LOBSTER PCATTA!!!..."

L Z

"Mine and my partners favorite intimate dinner place. The food and service are always impeccable, and the atmosphere I feel is a lot quieter than a..."

Carrie Enloe

"On The Verandah is a wonderful restaurant! My wife and I took her mother and sister and had a magnificent meal! Great food, great service! Can't go..."

malcolm yunker

"OTV made a special day an excellent evening. Seated lakeside, great foods, and five-star service. We especially enjoyed the fish specials, Halibut,..."

Larry Goeser

"Probably one of the best restaurants that I’ve ever been to. Simple presentation & quality preparation. The chef is not trying too..."

Nick Jeffers

"We had the filet and ribeye We thoroughly enjoyed everything was..."

CHAFIC NASRALLAH

"We went for a birthday dinner and we're slightly disappointed. We had reservations however we had to wait. Then the special was no longer available...."

Annie Traywick

Water Witch Coffee And Tea Co.

Wheelchair Accessible

Lunch

Breakfast

Cheap Eats

"I love it that everybody knows you there. They even have a place where you can hang your own coffee mug to use when you come in. Great place to grab..."

Jennifer Klump McFadden

"We were completely charmed by this coffee shop right down to the golden retriever in attendance. Hubby says that the breakfast burrito was the best..."

Judy Feldman

"Love, love the coffee and all the people who work here. Great place to gather, study or relax. Delicious gourmet breakfast and lunches. All..."

Lana Sorrentino

"I love Water Witch. Val and all the staff are friendly and helpful. I don't drink coffee it they have great smoothies and a real bohemian atmosphere...."

Bessie Mercer Halsey

"Nothing better then this place!!! People are so warm. The staff is wonderful... it's like sitting in your own home. Oh and the coffee and..."

Nancy Kravis

"Water Witch is the best and the staff is beyond..."

Jen Street

"I really love how friendly the staff is! I just met Maureen and she was quite lovely and informative. Definitely hoping to make this a Saturday..."

Marlaena Cat

"Nice eclectic coffee shop in the Shore town Highlands, NJ, Lovely little..."

Cheri De Hart

"Customer-friendly; community-minded;..."

Jerry Smith

"Today was our first time and we loved it!! We'll be regulars. The food/drinks are great and the people are so..."

Lindsay Ell

"Great cappuccino and gathering place to hear music or see artist exhibits,..."

Janet Casale

"I ordered to go the shrimp and crab salad with organic veggies and tahini dressing...it was one of the best salads I ever..."

Carol Reese

"I love the Nitro Coffee, and your dog friendly. Water Witch Coffe is my..."

Robert T. Gileski

"Outstanding!!!!! We went for coffee and relaxation..."

Robert Oberg

"Unfortunately closed. Valerie has responded beautifully to the sometimes overwhelming challenges faced by many small business owners these past..."

Ellen Martin

"Awesome curated experience. Not just coffee (which is great). Supporting local artisans and NJ farms by selling beautiful art, raw honey, vegetables,..."

Camille F.

"Absolutely our favorite coffee place! They have amazing coffee and pastries, and the vibe is like no other!!! And live music..."

Raya Lavi Fliker

"Lovely vintage environment. Amazing staff and delicious food. The coffee is on point. You will keep coming back for..."

Michael

"Delightful little place! Great coffee and a cozy/funky atmosphere. Also their breakfast burrito is incredible and the staff are all so sweet. Great..."

Rachel Mack

"What an incredible place to visit and dine. I live 5hrs away and I travel to the Water Witch every summer. Their food, customer service, and..."

Khaleel T

"Coffee was beyond expectation. Barista was very nice and helpful. Chill ambiance. Great prices. Lots of options, even..."

Alexandra Flores

"Great locally roasted coffee and the best local hang out spot in town to meet neighbors and..."

John Kuhn

"Super delicious coffee and great food! Even ordinary bagels taste amazing..."

Vlad Nesterenko

"I came here with my friend to the jazz event that was held recently and it was a blast! The staff are very upbeat, kind, and friendly. The atmosphere..."

Carla Beuthe

"Has a great bakery, and crepes are delectable. The coffee shop is filled with artwork, and the staff is very friendly. The baker has been there for..."

Lakshman Prabhakar

"For coffee and ambience, this fabled cafe can't be beat! It's a beehive of local artistry and creativity. Wednesday evening is open mike night and..."

Robert Kneller

"LOVE this place. It's my morning hangout on Sunday or Monday while my laundry runs. Great coffee and latte, plus sweet breakfast treats and good..."

Home Free Animal Rescue (Home Free Animal Rescue)

"Lovely local coffee cafe with fabulous people, great food and sweets, and quirky atmosphere. They also host live music events. Fabulous asset to the..."

Barbara Domings

"Second time eating here. Love it! Nice location, good music, great people. I had the Kick in the banana smoothie, not a sweet smoothie, but it was..."

Adam Helmer

"I love this place! Great coffee, live music some times. This coffee shop/ cafe has delicious baked goods, interesting art (by local artists-for..."

Von covenhoven

"It's a nice small cafe. Visited here while I was on a motorcycle ride to Belmar. It has a nice vibe to it. Love the seating they have indoor. A..."

Mayur Banwasi

"great food (mostly sandwiches) coffee and pastries. nice setup, very comfortable seating with a park right across street, florist next door and..."

G Wheat

Oak Steakhouse

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Full Bar

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Bake My Day

"Food was great. Restaurant is clean. They have a policy of not splitting checks if you have a party bigger than 4 which is odd to me but overall I..."

Julie Stevens

"Stopped by this place. Amazing food, Very clean and friendly place with professional staff. The owner greets everyone and makes sure people have..."

Murali Achanta

"Yummy breakfast. Fresh squeezed orange juice. Good coffee. Eggs Benny were delicious. Service was fabulous. I will be..."

Melissa A

"Delicious food, sweet staff, in a homey atmosphere - do yourself a favor & order a side of..."

clarissa powell

"Service and the food were great. They have a protein packed quinoa breakfast bowl that that I substitute the eggs for began sausage, it was..."

Veronica Respress

"Amazing food and service. The oreo cheesecake dessert was..."

Brian vail

"My son and his girlfriend frequent this place and recommended we give it a try and we weren't disappointed. The food was good and the service..."

T DeWitt

"Now called Brunch HQ. Had the Power Breakfast Bowl which was a fantastic combination and all very reasonably priced. The staff was exceptionally..."

Tod Laudonia

"Under new ownership, and they're doing a fantastic job! They're open 7 days a week now, with fresh pastries, friendly service, Very clean dining..."

Amanda Lewis

"For the second day in a row we faced long lunch waits at popular Highlands spots like the Ugly Dog Pub. We stopped at this little place, which was..."

Morris Richardson

"Now that it is under new management, the food and service is fantastic. I haven't had a bad meal there yet. Fresh local food in a hidden gem of a..."

Mike J.

Chilango's

Wheelchair Accessible

"Come have the best Mexican food, both authentic and fusion, you'll ever have, even in Mexico. Also learn, if you don't already know, the healing..."

Yolanda Fleming

"Best Mexican food in NJ, no doubt. The owner, Leo, is a master chef and a nice guy too. Juan the bartender is back and makes the best Margaritas you..."

Eddie Lambert

"My favorite restaurant in Highlands! Everything is FRESH and the portions are large, so it’s nice to be able to take the rest home, as a second..."

Dayna Carabel

"Good food, fun atmosphere , great margaritas & the best spicey..."

Maria F Oliveira

"We sat at the bar and the bartender was friendly and immediately introduced himself. The margaritas and the food were excellent and the portions were..."

Danyelle Marie

"Really authentic Mexican food, Excellent staff, amazing menu, outstanding amount of Tequila Choices. The owner, Leo, and his family dedicate his..."

Erik Lukacs

"One of my very favorite go to places in my area--always consistently fresh, delicious food & spectacular drink choices!..."

Christine Mulrane-Arcati

"Just went there on Friday with a few friends from work to celebrate another great birthday (which in my case all month!) and was treated like a..."

Bonita JBo Bogar

"Came here after a couple of years to see if it was as good as we remembered. It was. It's a wonderful restaurant. Highly..."

Mark Powell

"Carolina was great!! Such delicious, authentic food and the margaritas were..."

Christina Marie

"The freshest! The tastiest! The best authentic Mexican food in NJ! Leo is da..."

Marta Joy Quinn

"Good food, fun atmosphere & great margaritas. Awesome tequila..."

Donna Fisher

"All I can say is WOW!! My boyfriend and I had went to sandy hook beach from 4 HOURS away, and we had tried some pretty Nasty food... mexican is my..."

Joann Waterhouse

"Authentic Mexican Food. The largest tequila collection in the State of New..."

Luis O Dlh

"Muy rica la comida y la atención excelente..."

Esperanza Medina

"Met up with an old friend had a great time sitting at the bar eating fantastic food and drinking tequila. The bartender is very knowledgeable about..."

Marlene Harper

"LOVE Chilangos food is by far my family favorite Mexican restaurant. The staff, the atmosphere, food and its owner Leo are the perfect combination. ..."

Beth Marranzini-Marmolejos

"We are locals and have eaten at Chilangos before. However, recently we had an exceptional experience! When we walked in to arrange catering for our..."

James F

"Delicious authentic Mexican food and drinks - a staple in Highlands and the surrounding area. The owner is super friendly and is always accommodating..."

Christian Richards

"Very cousy relaxed and decent Mexican Restaurants and bars, I really liked it, food, service and ambiance great, nice menu, the barmaid Veggy is..."

Hilal Aslan

"This is THEE MOST AUTHENTIC Mexican restaurant in Highlands. The food is fresh and the drinks are delicious. And if your lucky you just might meet..."

Triece Dykes

"I used Uber Eats to have our dinner delivered. We ordered 3 chicken tacos with corn tortillas.plus a chicken fajita salad. All fresh ingredients..."

Lola Dyer

"Friendly-prompt staff, great atmosphere and delicious food! Chicken wings are a huge hit with the family! Wonderful hidden..."

Marie McDonough

"tried the beef taco, needed a bit more spice margarita had a bit too much sour mix the place is really cute and decorated with ca classic..."

D Magnus

"A delightful waitress makes all the difference. Tatiana was attentive, pleasant, friendly and took every opportunity to make us feel welcome and..."

Dori Daus

"This place is a hidden gem. Can't believe I've never stopped in before. If you like Mexican food this place is a must visit. If you like tequila,..."

Erik Dvorsky

"Always a pleasure to eat at Chilangos. Food is excellent, portions are generous and service is always also..."

Avis Kovacevich

"Whenever I'm visiting my friends in the Highlands and they ask me where I want to go to eat, I pick Chilangos. Not only is the food great, but the..."

Stanley Osborne

"This review is all about the Chile Relleno, it was off the charts delicious. Mama’s recipe includes an amazing mix of chicken, almonds, plantain,..."

Emme

Calders Coffee Cafe

Non-smoking restaurants

"Cute little coffee shop located near the shopping area in Highlands. Expect it to be very busy during tourist season, even on a weekday. The coffee..."

Rachel

"We were driving through town, and we stopped at this cute, quaint, coffee shop in the downtown district, and it was so amazing, the staff is so..."

Jasmine Lopez

"We stopped by this cute coffee shop as we were wrapping up some shopping in Highlands. I got the AppalaChai Latte and my husband got the apple cider...."

Jenny M

"I’ll start with the cold brew is smooth and tasted good and the service is fast. There are nice gifts and artwork as well. The cold brew was quite..."

E E

"Cute little coffee shop located conveniently in the heart of downtown Highlands. Plenty of parking. Large menu with competitive prices. Store was..."

Burnzone A.L.

"Staff is well-versed on menu. The vanilla soy latte, strawberry banana and mango smoothies were all wonderfully tasty. The honey biscuits are fresh,..."

Bethany Elai.

"Great atmosphere and great location in town. Very friendly helpful staff, and no wait time for drinks. My group got 4 drinks, and everyone enjoyed..."

Julian Davis

"Cute place for morning coffee. Super clean and fast service. Staff is friendly. I only gave it 4 stars, rather than 5 because our egg sandwich was..."

lisa james

"I actually had some confrontation with some of the staff and was confused and upset when I left - but I later spoke with the owner, who took the time..."

Laine Walker

"Excellent coffee and goodie’s to go with it. Who knew Welch cakes were so good? Small front but packed with cool merch and a large seating area in..."

Matthew Durham

"Quaint shop, good sweet drinks. I’m admittedly a coffee snob and a professional barista, so take that into account: the coffee is above Starbucks..."

Eric Turner

"Love this place and highly recommend! My husband and I had breakfast here while in Highlands for our honeymoon and loved the atmosphere. We both got..."

Liz Holland

"This is a gem of Highlands NC, among the many boutiques, shops and ice cream parlors. The coffee was fairly priced and good! A sitting area to the..."

Jay Earl

"We could have walked out of there with every mug and card they carried! And the drinks were awesome! If you order the hot chocolate, get the whipped..."

Megan Moritz

"Cute and cozy place to get coffee. Great atmosphere and great service. Loved..."

Fara M (Marco Polo)

The Ruffed Grouse Restaurant

Midpoint Highlands

Rainforest Bar N Grill

Wheelchair Accessible

"Atmosphere is absolutely fantastic, the waiters were very fast and excellent. As soon as you sit down they hand you fresh hot chips and a very sweet..."

Ōkami_YT

"This is not your regular old Mexican restaurant. Really good food. Fantastic service. I had the shrimp burrito. It was top notch with a TON of shrimp..."

Julie Stevens

"Awesome food, great service, and a great atmosphere! Allow our food tasted great and authentic. We definitely recommend if you're in the..."

Jesse Wininger

"BY FAR THE BEST Mexican food we have had in the United States and Mexico! We travel a lot and we have never had better Mexican food. Enrique who..."

Ivan Hammond

"So we visited Rainforest Bar and Grill on our way home from TN in July and it was AWESOME! The owner was the only one serving and the restaurant was..."

Andrew Jenkins

"Amazing place for authentic Mexican food in the area! Enrique is fantastic! He is so incredibly helpful and goes above and beyond to make sure every..."

Julianna Hill

"We were looking for a good Mexican restaurant near our new home in northeast Georgia. After a disappointment or two, we decided to drive the 10 miles..."

Suzanne Daycock

"Great find off the main path! Love the food - we had shrimp tacos, carnitas tacos and chicken enchiladas. Lots of chunks of meat and fresh..."

Lynpfled

"Great and freshly made dishes. Not your ordinary Mexican menu. Next time,I want to try the Chile Relleno Soup..."

ELISABETH ST JOHN

"Excellent service and great food. I had the groundbeef Tacos Mexicano. Tasty and served with radishes and cucumber on the side...."

Jeffrey Cochran

"Great food and very attentive service. We popped in for lunch , my taco salad and hubby's tacos were so good. Service was great. We'll be..."

Jill Nur

"The best Tacos in North Carolina, and the best Mexican restaurant that I have been to outside of Texas. Just a short walk from Main Street and well..."

Justin Kingsland

"Food was good and reasonable..."

Teka Turner

"Fabulous lunch at Azteca Rainforest Mexican Bar and Grill in Highlands..."

Anne Myers

"Great friendly staff, delicious margaritas, and cozy environment! I liked the music too. Everything you need when you crave Mexican cuisine..."

Anna Kut

"Easy parking, great food. Wait staff was friendly. Portions were..."

Kyle Coker

"What a fabulous place! It was the best Mexican food I’ve had in a long time, sure wish they were in Atlanta! I had chips, salsa, guacamole, flour..."

Sandra DeSpirt

"Kayla served us for lunch. Food was good and service was great. This is a better restaraunt than..."

Sean Buckman

Sweetreats Ice Cream & Highland Deli

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"For 15 years visiting North Carolina we looked up ice cream near me! This is our go to when we are in the area and part of the reason we now visit!We..."

Brandon Gerzeny

"We stopped in yesterday for the first time and it is quite different from what we expected. There are only two choices of flavors; chocolate or..."

Peg & Ron LaMascus

"Great ice cream and friendly staff! I love places where you can customize your ice cream to your exact taste like here! Choose your base and any..."

Evan Forster

"Had a vanilla shake with dark chocolate chunks, best shake . Staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely will be..."

Jason Fore

"Warm Italian sub was delicious, wild rice soup and the craft ice cream. I would eat here..."

Maria Gilbert

"My favorite type of ice cream! They actually blend the toppings with the ice cream as you wish. Creamy and on point 🍦🤪 probably one of the best..."

Enrique

"The best of the "mix in the things you want and we make an ice cream out of that" style of ice cream place. They use these very serious industrial..."

Stephen Sullivan

"We drive 2 hours EACH way just to get ice cream at SweeTreats! We’ve been going there for years and love it! Liked their other location better. ..."

Debbie Clark

"We had a wonderful experience here! Each family member got a different flavor combination and they were all delicious! The staff was friendly and the..."

Hayley Bryan

"LOVE the ice cream here. My family’s all time favorite ice cream shop. Would much rather go to the old location by the stream than the downtown..."

Emily Major

"Been coming here for the amazing Very Berry ice cream since my daughter was a child. She just got married in Highlands, NC and we asked if they could..."

Stephanie Lambert

Sweetreats Ice Cream & Highland Deli

Wheelchair Accessible

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Lunch

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Wild Thyme Gourmet

81/100 (2447 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Non-smoking restaurants

Wheelchair Accessible

"Our first night in Highlands had us wandering around aimlessly looking for places to eat that had something for all of our cravings. My daughter..."

Harri

"Over-priced but good food. It was a 30 min wait to get seated. We had a soup, spring rolls and the Risotto shrimp fritters. 16$ for three fritters..."

Ajimon Thomas

"This was a great restaurant. Had some of the best grouper here, if not the best. My blueberry mojito was fine, the cocktail menu didn't knock my..."

Justine Vild

"Good food. Great service. Great location. Sorry I wasn't able to get some pictures of the plates. I was with friends and family, so I didn't want..."

Kenneth Davis

"Really enjoyed the Atmosphere and other patrons. Very friendly and staff remembered ur name. Very nice. Bread was really good, Calamari off the..."

Mark H

"Excellent food, great service. The manager came by twice to make sure we were enjoying the food. They make great mocktails. I had the blueberry..."

Saad Omar

"Year after year Wild Thyme consistently delivers excellent food, service, and a special experience. The atmosphere is chic with white table clothes..."

Bill Grubb

"Great spot! Food was great. Wine was great. Service was great. The weather was so nice we sat outside under the red umbrellas. Great outdoor..."

Mark Asbell

"We came to Highlands on a last minute trip, was able to get a reservation which I highly recommend cause this place gets booked! Atmosphere was..."

Kathryn ragno

"A great energy vibe with indoor & outdoor seating. Folks with dogs seating outside provided a great & energetic atmosphere. The food was very good..."

Clovis Coffey

"We have been customers several years and are never disappointed! Excellent food, attentive staff and laid back outdoor seating which we prefer...."

Tracie Sorrells

"Excellent food, good service, pleasant atmosphere, not tourist friendly. In October 2021, not knowing much about the Wild Thyme, we went for dinner..."

Stephen Bressi

"Absolutely one of the best dining experiences I’ve had. This was Tom’s bday dinner so we had high expectations. The courtyard dinning area was..."

Larry Culbertson

"This was the best place to eat! Their kitchen was delicious from beginning to end, and Bo service was the best! He served us timely and always with a..."

Lucero Chavez

"Easy to find the place. We were able to find a good parking spot nearby despite the hectic dinner rush. Restaurant has a nice ambience. Our server..."

Fleur Claudette Amorosi

"Had a great dinner of the specials consisting of Lobster Tempura appetizer and Rack of Lamb entree. Also have a decent wine list and nice..."

Gary Zolle Stone

"Impeccable service (Madeline was amazing) and the food was absolutely delicious. The crab cakes may be the best thing I’ve ever eaten. I had the..."

Rebecca Young

"Everything in highlands was booked for dinner. I finally found this restaurant for a 7:15 dinner time. BOY, so happy we did. Everything was..."

Leza

The Log Cabin

81/100 (1665 ratings)

"The food was honestly outstanding. All four of us loved our food. The oysters were absolutely amazing. The only reason why I can't score a 5 star is..."

Clovis Coffey

"Looking for a place with an atmosphere of rustic elegance and attentive but not intrusive service and AWESOME food? You've found it! Tucked away in..."

Joyce Brehe

"This was a great spot for a more upscale dinner. Generous portions and a nice atmosphere. More quiet than the normal spots in town which is a nice..."

James Glasson

"Don’t let this place fool you, it’s a steak house! The menu may not show it but they have a seriously awesome steak here and the cook masters in..."

Brad Hobbs

"We went to Highlands on probably the busiest weekend of the year. The Log Cabin was located on the grounds of our hotel. We choose it out of..."

Peggy Cannella

"What a fantastic place! Jim and I thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere and every part of our meal - the appetizers, the French onion soup and our..."

Milla Nashman

"Words cannot describe just how amazing this place is. Jason has done a phenomenal job with this place and I absolutely love the food. I was able to..."

Dayna Frank

"Multiple people told us, over the last several months, that we HAD to try The Log Cabin and we just had not had a chance. It did not disappoint. ..."

Rob Carrino

"The best fine dining Highlands has to offer. We go at least once every year we're in town. If you're fine dining frequent flyers you'll find this..."

Kellie Tatem

"I would have given this restaurant 5 stars because we liked the atmosphere and the food was delicious. Our waitor was excellent as well...."

Cherie Byra

"Our 20 yr anniversary weekend started with much disappointment- having eaten at one of the top rated restaurants in the area - not once but twice -..."

TomJen Rodriguez

"Service was fantastic. Waiter had a great knowledge of wine pairings and very fresh food. I got the lamb and wasnt wild about it. But the seasonal..."

Kévin Borgella

"This is our favorite place to eat in Highlands, NC. The rustic decor, fireplaces, and simple furnishings belie the high culinary experience. All..."

Don Ross

Bistro On Main

"Very, very good. Not for little kids, but good food and drinks. Had blood orange margarita, trout salad, steak sandwich and mesquite chicken..."

Jeff Tice

"Went for lunch today and it was a great experience!! Nice outdoor seating with great music playing in background. Service was fast and friendly. We..."

Amanda Elliott

"Very pleasant. Stopped by for lunch on our first day. Great atmosphere on the porch and great weather. Husband had the steak and pimento cheese,..."

Meredith

"Good food, friendly service and all for a decent price. It is truly difficult to find a local restaurant that you would want to return to..."

Fowler Kennel

Wolfgang's Restaurant & Wine Bistro

80/100 (3262 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

Full Bar

Dinner

Fine Dining

"The food and service at Wolfgang’s is consistently excellent. The food is not only delicious but it’s beautifully presented (pics). They have..."

Bill Grubb

"I'm not a food critic so I'm not going to go into great detail about the cuisine. I will say that I enjoyed everything that I tried and thought the..."

Tim Myers

"Wolfgang's has a great wine list and delicious menu prepared with great style. Most especially the wiener schnitzel which is prepared in the best..."

Gary Zolle Stone

"OUTSTANDING meal! Appetizer, mains, desserts, and drinks were all perfection. Service was the definition of southern hospitality. We sat on the..."

Megan Moritz

"Best Restaurant. Three of us dined in 4 restarants over our 4 nights in the area. We dined at two in Highlands and two in Cashiers. Of the four..."

Stephen Bressi

"This place really turned out to be a great surprise. My fiance and I were just spending a single night in Highlands and came to Wolfgang's just by..."

David Young

"Celebrated a birthday dinner here. Everything was delicious! The venison tenderloin was excellent! Jackie is an outstanding host and made our..."

Tina S

"We were lucky to make a last minute reservation during our visit to Highlands for our babymoon! Had a lovely server who didn’t mind that we took..."

Michael and Rachel

"This was the first time at Wolfgangs. Their food is absolutely amazing. Our server Daniel was exceptional. He knew the menu and specials without..."

Kerstin Yeager

"Perfect location right on the main strip. We stopped in between lunch and dinner rushes. They were supposedly full but had some empty tables. ..."

Neil Natic

"This place was next level. Amazing service. The food was incredible. I stopped taking pictures after the appetizers because sometimes you just have..."

David Mathews

"Amazing food, great beer and wine selection and knowledge and fantastic service! Must get the short rib, caeser salad, if you ever hear about the..."

Hudson B

"We were seated promptly upon arriving for our reservation. Our waitress was very pleasant and familiar with the menu. The restaurant is cozy, clean..."

John Hendershot

"First, the shrimp and lobster bisque is worth the calories! So flavorful. We had the grilled salmon for dinner, which was perfectly cooked and..."

Winnie Crawford

"Food, service and atmosphere were excellent, our family had a wonderful experience and will be back on our next visit to..."

Matt G

"Delicious Easter brunch at Wolfgang’s. The set menu selection did not disappoint. My husband had a lamb which was enormous and filling. I had the..."

Kelly McDuff

"Great food and great service. We always try to go here at least once when we are visiting Highlands. Everything on the menu is good, can't go..."

Ed Taylor

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