One of our stops as we were out and about checking out waterfalls…read more Very nice tasting room! Great wine options and food as well. Grabbed the classic tasting. Came with 5 wines. The Soup Patch Pinot was my fav. We had table service so pick your wine and they will bring it to you. Sip back and relax!

Absolutely NOTHING we didn't enjoy…read more Had their Bold @ Beautiful wine flight ... wonderful. Had the Davis rendition of the Super Tuscan ... it was! Shared a charcuterie plate - it lacked nothing and shocked with a few spectacular items. Ordered a smoked meat tray from the (next door) smokehouse and every part of it rocked. Nuff said. Staff were very knowledgeable, and wonderfully courteous. Location is quaint and welcoming, though out-of-the-way unless you're vacationing or live in the area. But for us ... well worth the hours trek through the mountains on a hot summer's day.

Great wine shop in Highlands downtown. Everyone so nice and friendly, along with great knowledge…read moreabout wine. Always stop here when visiting Highlands.

What a fun place! We grabbed a glass of wine and a charcuterie board and sat outside next to the…read morefire pit - and had the best time! We look forward to going back when we're in Highlands!

We stopped at this wine bar on whim. Nice place, we only had 1 glass of wine but it was very…read moreenjoyable. I recommend it

Sante Wine Bar was exceptional. Everyone was friendly and very attentive. The charcuterie board was…read moredelicious and fresh and the wine recommendation was right on point. Would recommend stopping in if you are in town.

Highlands, NC is truly a little slice of heaven! If you're ever there, you must have lunch or…read moredinner at the wine garden attached to Old Edwards Inn & Spa! It's such a beautiful and peaceful space to dine, especially with the amazing Spring and Fall temps they get there. We were with a party of 6 (plus a baby), and walked up without a reservation a bit late in the evening. We figured we'd try it and see if we could get in if it wasn't too late, and luckily enough, the hostess was kind enough to make it happen for us! The menu actually has a lot of variety for a wine garden - drinks and food wise. I started with the French onion soup and it was delicious. The Caesar salad was also quite yummy, but the meatloaf was the showstopper of the night! I am still dreaming of it now, and wish I could replicate it myself because it was that good and memorable! For dessert, I ordered the affogato which is their house made vanilla bean ice cream with an espresso shot and it was the perfect ending to the night! Our server was so attentive and kind, and constantly checked in on us and cleared our plates since the tables are a bit on the smaller side. I had an excellent experience all around!

Had an fantastic afternoon visiting this place for lunch and drinks. The food was delicious, and…read moresitting out under the trees next to a little waterfall and stream as well as the nearby architecture really feels like you've traveled somewhere special. Our waiter was also very nice! Highly recommend!

We have been here many times and enjoyed the venue each and every time! The bar and wait staff are…read moregreat; the food is fabulous, and I love the wine list! My husband loves the smoked old-fashioned!

I loved their whole outdoor venue and their hot stone cooking idea! It was truly a new experience…read moreand I enjoyed every bit of it! I had the tuna cooked to perfection, by me! Just barely seared. My husband had scallops and oh my, were they ever delicious! I would pass on the potatoes. They're super heavy with their Barada sauce. And the artichoke dip had very little to no artichoke taste and it was way too thick! So I wouldn't do those, but the positives outweigh the negatives. Their old-fashioned was excellent, and their wine menu is great! The entire experience was worthy of repeating! It's fun to find good, fun dining experiences in Seneca.

I cannot say enough about Oak Steakhouse. The ambiance, views, and service are all top tier. Not to…read moremention the food: steaks on another level, sides galore. Don't miss the bread service at the beginning either. It's amazing. If you are anywhere within 1hr of this place, I highly recommend especially for a date night or celebratory dinner. You won't regret it.

From the moment we arrived, Marysa (the hostess) greeted us with a warm smile and made us feel…read morewelcome. Despite how busy the Oak was, she was able to find us a table, which we greatly appreciated. The chef did an outstanding job with the trout dish, which was absolutely delicious. Our server, Chip, was charming, attentive, and knowledgeable, helping us navigate the menu with ease. Rich, the manager, also took the time to visit our table and ensure we were enjoying our experience, making us feel genuinely valued as guests. The exceptional hospitality and attention to detail from the entire team made our visit truly memorable. Oak has created a wonderful dining experience, and if every restaurant had a staff like this, dining out would always be a pleasure.

Beautiful setting in North Carolina outside Franklin. While they have vines they don't have their…read moreown and use wineries from all over the world. Had appetizer of Korean Spring Rolls. Were the best I've ever had. Met some folks whose son and bride are getting married here next August. Fun times AGAIN.

My nephew and bride were married at the Vineyard at High Holly last weekend. First of all, the…read morelandscape amongst the vines creates magical scene. The flowers, the trees, the grapevines, the cottages and houses add to the ambience. Our bride described it as her "Hallmark" movie in real life. Guests and family enjoyed onsite accommodations making time for everyone to be together for the occasion. The onsite cottages and houses were in large part the reason that this venue was chosen. The entire wedding party and families were able to stay together and enjoy the weekend. Guests enjoyed dining at Barrel & Vine, the onsite restaurant and bar. It made it easy for everyone to enjoy the evening. The night before reception was quaint and beautifully staged to welcome everyone. The food from the restaurant and reception was outstanding. From the stuffed pepper appetizer and ham and biscuit to the pasta and chicken dish was delicious. All of the food was fresh and plentiful. The staff managed the crowd well and were professional clearing used plates and utensils off guest tables and replenishing tables. The Vineyard at High Holly reserved the property for the wedding weekend without other guests being on the property. I would recommend this venue for a small wedding that you would like to remain quaint and allow for the bride and groom to be present with their guests.

My Family had an overall great experience and delicious meal at Lakeside. And the owner stopped by…read morethe table and was so very nice and hospitable. We started with the delicious goat cheese dip. We tried the Banda bing martini's . Excellent cocktail. Tomato florentine soup hit the spot too! My daughter got the amazing stuffed pork chop (I was eyeing that too). She gave us all a bite and it was yummy. I ordered the chicken cordon bleu schnitzel. Boy was it good. My Family will definitely return for more meals. I highly recommend Lakeside.

WOW! Just Wow! Food and service was phenomenal! Had the oysters to start. Breading was so light…read moreand pillowy. Not greasy, one tiny bit. The drizzle was phenomenal. For my entree, I chose a special. It was a red snapper over a pureed squash. MMMM, MMMM, Good! Great cocktails and wine list. Don't sleep on this one folks. Best in town!!!

Wonderful meal in a very cool atmosphere. Had a few apps but the show stopper was the paella!!read more

Ambience was good, and the service was friendly and attentive. Overall, the food was tasty, but the…read morenearly $70 paella for two was a disappointment and, in my opinion, not worth the price for what you get. There was more than enough rice and tomato's , but the seafood was sparse--and unfortunately, it wasn't particularly impressive in either size or taste. There were just a few shrimp and a small spiny lobster tail, which felt underwhelming for a paella at this price point. I was also surprised that some of the items served for the table, such as bread and olives, were charged separately rather than being complimentary. The olives, to be fair, were particularly good. The patatas bravas, however, were excellent--very flavorful and generous enough for two people on their own. In hindsight, two people would probably be much better off ordering the patatas bravas along with a few tapas of their choice rather than spending nearly $70 on the paella. Overall: good atmosphere, good service, and tasty food, but the paella is WAY overpriced for what you get, particularly given the limited seafood and its lack of quality.

Unfortunately the food has gone down hill the last two years. We absolutely loved it the first time…read morebut since then the next 3 times I think the ingredients have changed, food quality is definitely lower quality imo.

This was our first stop in town for lunch, and it was exactly the kind of fuel you hope for when…read morekicking off a weekend. Four of us grabbed spots at the bar, ordered Aperol Spritzes, and immediately settled in. We shared the salad and the veggie pizza, and on our waitress's advice added pepperoni--and wow, was that the right move. This pizza is the real deal: incredible color, a perfectly crisp, crunchy crust, and layers of flavor that genuinely blew us away. I make pizza at home (yes, with an Ooni), and this is the kind of pie that makes you pause mid‑bite and say, "Okay... they know what they're doing." Not floppy, not overdone--just expertly made and insanely satisfying. The atmosphere sealed the deal. Sitting at the bar felt fun and communal, with friendly locals, fellow visitors, and staff all contributing to the vibe. It was welcoming, lively, and exactly the energy you want when you first roll into town. Phenomenal pizza, great drinks, and a spot that understands hospitality. We'd come back for the pizza alone--but everything else made it even better.