Fat Buddies is located in an old shopping center building, and is a favorite of locals. They…read morealways seem to be busy. The owner is great, very involved in the community, and helpful with groups who utilize the restaurant for meetings. I do wish they were more aware of, and educated about, food sensitivities. I have ordered salads with No croutons several times, and had the salad delivered With croutons. Because I have a severe intolerance to gluten, this is a problem. Also, it would be great if they had gluten-free bread or buns.

If you like bone dry, tasteless brisket with a side of surly checkout folks, you're in luck!…read more Bought a half pound of brisket (I specified a fatty cut) and my wife got a brisket sandwich (upgraded side to sweet potato tots from fries for an extra $1) - at least on the menu. My very thin sliced brisket (who does that?) did have a tiny little bit of fat (as well as a gang of big, ugly veins most places cut out,) but it was attached to shoe leather. My wife's sandwich was equally dry and unseasoned, but those tots were pretty good, so that's something? It was a pay at the counter place, so when I pointed out they had made a mistake and charged $2 for the tot upgrade, I got a "Oh, that's a typo on the menu" in response. Yeah, until you print new menus, fix it please. That entailed a wait for a more senior person, who treated me like I was stealing from them because I expected not to lied to. The server was polite. Look, I'm not expecting every BBQ joint to be JD's Smokehouse in Rutherford College, NC. That place is the holy grail. I do expect a little pride and effort from a small town BBQ, and maybe not a shakedown at the register. Still searching for a passable joint in this area, but I'm 3-0 so far. Avoid this place, they ain't your buddy.

Love this place. Outdoor seating and tasting room is way fun! Food is okay and beer is good but…read morenot great. Service can be a challenge when they are busy... found myself waiting longer as they were short staffed for the size crowd they had on the weekend I was visiting. I used to love this place but now find myself going to the competition in town more often.

This brewery is losing its "new brewery in town appeal". One server behind the counter is hardly…read moreenough to keep up with special events. She's looking worn out and tired. Honestly, the place could use a deep clean in the bathrooms and the riverside. The riverside needs a couple layers of fresh gravel, weeding, trim and debris pickup. The bathrooms need a deep clean. The Mountain Blond is a decent beer and represents the style. How about having the cigarette smokers move away from the front door while doing their thing.

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.

Highlands Smokehouse in Highlands, NC gets a solid 4 stars from us. We tried the brisket sandwich,…read moreand it was definitely the highlight--tender, flavorful, and worth ordering again. The prices are reasonable for the area, and overall the food quality was good. The only thing that kept it from a full 5 stars was the service. The staff wasn't unfriendly, but they also weren't especially warm or engaging--just kind of neutral. That said, if you're in Highlands and craving BBQ, it's still a great spot to check out. Good food, fair prices, and a satisfying meal overall.

In a world of endless dining options, it's rare to encounter a restaurant that feels like a quiet…read morerevelation--one that doesn't shout its excellence but simply delivers it, course after course, with such precision and grace that you leave wishing that you'd found this gem sooner. The food itself is the quiet star. Each dish arrives as a small masterpiece of balance--flavors layered with intention, textures that surprise without gimmickry. In short, this is one of the very best restaurants I've ever visited--anywhere. It doesn't chase trends or demand attention; it earns it through quiet excellence. If you value food that respects both ingredient and diner, make the reservation. You'll likely find yourself, as I did, already planning the return visit. Highly recommended--worth every moment and mile, and we come from SWFL.

Caffe Rel SALTY! Second experience at this quaint establishment. Our first visit was spectacular!…read moreFood, service, ambiance. However, something was off the second time around. I chose the opal basil dish with scallops. I have celiac, so rice was the base for a gluten free option. My husband had the crawfish with cognac and pasta dish. The descriptions on the menu were very different, however the dishes seemed to have the same base sauce. And boy was it salty!!! My husband adds salt to everything and both dishes were too salty even for his taste. Hoping this was a one off and quality hasn't declined. On a better note, the gingerbread cake was top notch!!

We had a lovely visit at Slanted Window tasting station over the summer. The owner and bartender…read morewere so friendly and helpful, shared the history of the winery, let us try several of the wines. We bought a couple bottles to take back home, love to visit the winery property next time!

I love coming here! It's off the beaten path so you don't have the downtown noise. It is a…read morerefurbished old gas station! No matter your preference on beer, wine or cocktails they have it. You have the choice of wine or bourbon flights so you try a variety! The wine is locally grown and made in NC. There is a delectable menu to choose from if you are hungry. The garage doors roll up for indoor/outdoor seating.

Everything was wonderful. The food was delicious. Service was impeccable and the atmosphere was…read moreexcellent. The salad and all the homemade dressings were great. The salad was unlimited with an entree and I could have just sat and eaten it all night. But glad we didn't miss their delicious spaghetti and meatballs. We enjoyed our meeting up with a friend at such a delectable restaurant. Our first time there. And we will be back. Thank you for this wonderful experience.

Ms. Lois is a great place to go for some real good home cooking. Service is always great and…read morefriendly. Love the multiple selections for a wide variety of sides. Prices are good and food is great.

Waitress didn't bring full order, left the fish and chips out Said she was sorry and could put in a…read morerush order in after waiting roughly 42 minutes

I tend to read the word "chophouse" as "expensive" but this one is reasonably priced and the food…read morewas excellent. Having said that, I didn't order a steak after the banana nut chicken caught my eye. This fried chicken breast in a banana nut glaze was delicious and unique. This dish is worth a visit in itself. There was also a good deal in the special menu for two with a selection of entrees for $15 each. Portions were large and everyone enjoyed their selection. Service was fast and friendly, and the ambiance inside the old, Main Street building screams elegance.

Everything was wonderful. Good food. Great service. Cool atmosphere…read more Wonderful place to dine with friends.

Lovely setting by the river. Nice menu. Best Reuben sandwich ever. Soups are all homemade …read more Wonderful service. All round great place for lunch in town