Some of the best breakfast I've had in a while! The chicken fried steak was so tender and…read moreflavorful. And the gravy was perfect without being too heavy. I was also pleasantly surprised at how good the biscuits were. They were nice and light and fluffy. My husband really enjoyed the pastrami hash. I really liked how the coffee is served in different types of coffee cups. Just like visiting family that has collected mugs along their travels. Service was quick even thought it was Friday morning. We were sat right away.

We stayed at one of the inns at mill creek and this cafe was in same area. Decided to stop in for…read morebreakfast before exploring. We both got the pimento cheese grits with sausage patty and split an order of the banana bread and pecan praline french toast. The grits were creamy and flavorful. The French toast was fluffy and not overly sweet. Service was good. I'd definitely return if visiting the area.

Customer service as bland as their food. Definitely for tourists. Grocery store if aliens recreated…read moreit. Definitely overpriced obviously. However if I had to service some of the living fossils at this place I would probably be the same way. If you're looking for a good local place, keep looking.

This is an amazing local spot to eat at if you're in Highlands, although it can be a little pricey…read more I ordered a cheeseburger with fries, which costed $16. I also ended up ordering a Coca-Cola. However, it took 19 minutes to come out, but it's also the Fourth of July weekend, so it was kind of busy today. Taste-wise, everything tasted exquisite! The burger tasted very savory, the fries were scrumptious, and you just can't go wrong with a nice Coca-Cola. Can't wait to come back again for another exquisite meal!

Visited 4/15/26 @ 11:30AM Got Buffalo Pizza, Supreme Pizza…read moreFood was great Service was good Restroom was clean

The Highlands hottie was so good we had it for lunch one day and went back the next day for dinner…read more Cesar salad is big enough to split between two people, the cashier was...in a bad mood I guess (both days). But the pizza was amazing!

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!

Awesome!!! Our…read morewaiter was super friendly and attentive! Offered suggestions and never left a glass empty. We sat outside on the large patio. The burger was the star here for me! It feels rare these days to find a burger that's not a paper, thin smash patty. This burger was thick and juicy! Reminded me of an old-school backyard burger. Just add spicy bacon! My wife really enjoyed the fish and chips. I don't much care for fish but I really enjoyed the bite I had. Light flaky fish with a crispy batter. On our must do list for Highlands NC!

We were seated right away. A little annoyed that our party of 5 was seated at a small corner booth…read moretable. Ended up using the back of the booth for our water bottle and condiments and still struggled for space. Buffalo wings were good but not exactly Buffalo. No buttery spicy hot sauce. It was more peppery than buffalo. Wings were cooked perfectly though Reuben is excellent as are the jalapeno Mac bites. Cheese dip was also excellent but we (and the table next to us) had to ask for more chips. Not portioned terribly well. Beer options were very slim (2 on tap from what it gathered). I'm sure there were plenty of bottled options but draft was disappointing. We ordered the ale but they tapped out and brought us brown ale. At 5pm...only a brown and stout on tap. Overall, it was a pretty middling experience but the food was good and they offer a military appreciation discount.

The Ugly Dog served as our pit stop the whole time we were visiting highlands. Whether it was for…read morea meal, snack, or just a cocktail to relax a bit. We stopped by our first day for lunch and I ordered the classic Reuben and fries. Both were delicious I loved the fries so much. My husband ordered the bacon and pimento smash burger which was just as delicious! Day two I had a chicken sandwich and he ordered the Cuban. Day three we had the soft pretzels and cheese dip. Those were bomb! My favorite cocktail was the Italian Spritz. It was so light and just a nice refreshing drink for the afternoon. Service was average. Nothing terrible or great. You can tell they get pretty busy each day. What I really loved was all of the photos of dogs framed on the walls! It was fun to see all the different pups that had been added over the years

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.

This venue is beautiful! I loved the lights and the olive tree in the midst of the dining area…read more Service was a bit slow, but they were quite busy. As well as the bar was full. Apparently we were very unlucky when it came to bar seating this trip We ordered the burrata to start. It was fresh and absolutely delicious. But our Hot Pig pizza seemed to miss the mark. The sauce that was drizzled on top didn't seem to add anything to the dish. It just kind of fell flat after such a delicious start. We finished off with a bit of gelato which was also super yummy! And the coffee was wonderful but it was served so hot that we had to wait a while before even being able to sip it. Overall it was a good dinner, we just wished we had gone with a different pizza

We had heard amazing things about the Highlands Tavern and had very high expectations, and they did…read morenot disappoint. Quaint Tavern, located just off Main, with an excellent selection of wine, beer, and specialty cocktails. Small with limited seating, make sure you get there early or be prepared to wait a bit. We ordered the divinity and a specialty old-fashioned to drink and both were as delicious as any cocktail we've ever had. The peach Caprese salad was a real standout, so fresh and really delicious. The Instagram worthy jalapeño popper burger was perfectly prepared and really juicy and delicious. The cucumber salad was spicy as advertised and delicious, I could've eaten an entire bowl of those cucumbers. My son had the 4th street burger and I swear he ate it like he never had anything more delicious. The service was excellent. The food was excellent and we will absolutely be back. Highly recommend the Highlands Tavern!

Amazing service, delicious summer, drink, and fantastic food. This is such a hidden gem.read more

I love the bbq here, and it was a huge hit with the family in our recent visit. We went twice…read moreduring that stay. I had the Cubano special, which was excellent with the mustard sauce. Chopped pork, Brunswick stew and collards. Crushed it all. Good local beers on tap. Seating outside under umbrellas, and many bigger tables perfect for groups. You can even order at the window. Leave your number on the table and they'll have you set for a feast in no time. No, you didn't order too much.

Just so-so. Front…read moreof house folks were very cool and helpful with the menu. I also like that they had a "sauce station" so you can grab what you want. Outdoor seating is awesome! Fried pickles were soggy. Not a fan. Ribs were definitely not the "fall off the bone" kind by any stretch. Dry and tough. Okra was fire and the potato salad was weird (counter guy said it was yellow and white) but not bad at all! Only star here for me was the burnt ends. Fantastic!! TLDR: staff are awesome, outdoor seating is awesome, food is not it. I won't be back as it's not my style of BBQ but you might like it?