Amazing mountain culinary experience was last night's journey to The Library ! I've been going to…read moreThe Library since the late 1970's. The menu has loads of choices for the most simple palette and the most sophisticated palette. One can certainly feel the passion love and dedication that Chef Johannes puts into his work. We had 6 persons in our group. We started with a lightly griddled corn bread appetizer to get things going. 2 persons loved the rich and silky lobster bisque soup. I enjoyed the seasonal salad with sourwood honey dressing. I have raised my 2 grown adult children with great exposure to different culture's fine dining. So they jumped right in and ordered the elk. It was perfectly cooked and delicious. So tender.... My wife got the succulently light trout and was so pleased. I ordered a well priced and tasty bottle of Margaux wine. The desserts for sharing were the bread pudding and cobbler. They were delicious and devoured quickly. The whole experience was fantastic ! The pièce de résistance was getting to speak with Chef Johannes. He is a wonderful and passionate Chef that truly loves his work. The menu changes periodically so one will never be bored. I highly recommend The Library and I will continue to return too.

Not really impressed with this place. Was hopeful with the positive reviews but our experience…read morediffered. Got here about 7pm on a Wednesday and we're seated quickly. Drinks ordered quickly. Took a while to get apps entered, then chaos happened. After ordering our dinner, all specials, we were told after 10-12 minutes that three of them were out. Kinda sucks. I ordered my backup and they were also 86. Got my third choice, which was chicken. I can get chicken anywhere man. Service was super slow, always waiting for drink refills. Not impressed.

We arrived early for our reservation but they were able to seat us right away. It was a beautiful…read moreevening to dine outdoors. They have a nice patio area for that. They have an incredible wine list! Mostly bottles but also a decent glass selection. The food was great. I started with the goat cheese salad which was excellent. Then we each had a different salmon dish, one encrusted with vidalia onions and the other wasabi peas and both were equally tasty. Hard to recommend one over the other. Service was very timely and server was knowledgeable of the options. We will definitely go back if ever in Highlands again!

My friend and I recently had dinner at Wild Thyme, and everything was amazing...the food, the…read moreservice, all of it. It was our first time there, and we will definitely be back. We didn't have a reservation, but Dindu at the host stand was so kind and was able to seat us right away, which we really appreciated. I also have to give Dindu a special shoutout. I accidentally left something behind and didn't realize it until I was already back home in Florida. Dindu was kind enough to mail it back to me, and her follow-through and care with my item truly went above and beyond. I can't say enough good things about the service at Wild Thyme. Unfortunately, I don't have any photos because we basically inhaled our food. :) But I can tell you the halibut I had was absolutely delicious!

That Muffuletta -- LAWD!…read more Yeah, I don't think I've ever paid $23 for a lunch sandwich before, but if I'm gonna do that -- this is the place. Hubby was also enamored of his 4-cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich. He ordered it two days in a row. Service was efficient, and the chef came out and asked us about our meal. Grin. That's good business. This place can be busy, so settle in and keep an eye out for a table, if you can't come during a (fairly) quiet time. It can get just a tad crowded, but the atmosphere is friendly, with lots of guests and staff who seem to know each other well. We give Village Pantry two enthusiastic Thumbs Up! Go there!

New sandwich shop in the former Windslow's Hideway location right behind Wells Fargo Bank…read more The Appalachian Cuban was sort of like a Cuban & the spiced pickles added a little heat to help it out. The French Onion Dip was the winner and it came with a French onion soup dip. Chips come with sandwiches & sides like slaw, fries etc., are $3 extra. Most sandwiches seemed large enough to split. The cloth napkins and non-plastic silverware were real nice touches.

We were staying in Highlands, and due to a toe injury, hubby wasn't up to going out. We decided to…read moreorder takeout from Don Leon's. When I arrived, I had a short wait for someone to come to the podium, but things moved quickly from there. I ordered the grilled fish with a side salad. This was so delicious! I would definitely order it again. I recommend Don Leon's.

Revised by a huge Mediterranean food fan!…read more From top to bottom this is the place. You will be greeted instantly by Susan and she will help you pick the perfect meal if you are unsure. Don Leon himself will cook your food in the open kitchen for you. Free hot tea and coffee out the cherry on top.

Always enjoy the food at Caffe Rel. Today was no exception. I ordered the Chicken Gnocchi with…read moreBurrata special and it was delicious! The carrot cake we took home was also excellent. Great service as well.

The service was fantastic, and every single thing we ordered was outstanding. The complimentary…read morebread and tomatoes were so flavorful, and the marinara was so good I was literally scraping up every last drop with a spoon. Even the steamed broccoli was perfectly cooked, sweet, and delicious. The chicken Parmesan was seasoned perfectly, and the pot roast with its rich wine sauce was absolutely incredible. You can tell they put the same care into every ingredient, even the simplest ones. This place is a hidden gem, and we'll definitely be back. If you're on the fence because of the location, don't be, it deserves every bit of the five stars.

We love this place and go regularly in summer. Great sandwiches! Fresh ingredients. Don't miss this…read moreplace.

My favorite sweet local lunch spot in Highlands hands down. What I love about TSG... 1. Rachel…read more The owner & sandwich connoisseur. She's always extremely friendly & passionate about good food. 2. "The Hudson" a classic & the dill havarti cheese topped "Gobbler" for sandwiches & don't forget every sandwich can be made in to a salad. My go to for salad is the "Raw & Flawless". All sandwiches are toasted perfectly & made with love. 3. The homemade cookies. Worth every single penny. If she has them that day do not miss out. These are famous oatmeal crème pie cookies! 4. The courtyard. Where else in Highlands can you join the locals & visitors alike & have a glorious sandy in such a lovely setting. Umbrellas up & perfect for any day of the year. 5. The menu (simple but curated) has something for everyone. Whether you're a turkey fan or branch out to something as fabulous as "The Muff" or "The Godfather" or prefer a beautiful salad this place offers something for everyone, adults & children (a grilled cheese is always an option:) 6. A well thought out selection of wine, cheese & spreads, frozen raviolis & do not forget to stock your freezer with her amazing selection of homemade soups. Something as simple as the chicken & noodle soup is so elevated with extra large noodles & fresh chopped ingredients & takes on a new vibe. This is not your basic. Don't miss The Secret Garden on your visit to Highlands.

Amazing Food! fresh ingredients! tasty. Attentive staff & nice company with neighbors all eating…read morehere yoo

It was very good, if you like country cooking and I do. I also had their Hamburgers, and it was…read moredelicious!

The coffee was absolutely 5 stars, the pecan latte, which was delicious and perfectly made. The…read morelocation is also a standout, making it a great spot to stop in and relax. The food, however, was a bit underwhelming. I ordered a croissant with egg and cheese--the croissant itself was decent, but the eggs were were microwaved. It was also on the smaller side for $6, which didn't quite match the price. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the coffee and atmosphere, but would probably skip the food next time.

It's good coffee for sure but definitely came with sticker shock! Prices are in line with what…read moreyou'd expect in the highlands but still $2 extra for almond milk? Replacing whole milk with almond milk is that much more expensive? Service is good but they are busy and tend to focus on local regulars. Kind of makes you feel like the uncool kid in the lunchroom. Not a lot of options around here so ... will be back.