Always a great experience! The rotating menu keeps it interesting and it's a fun way to try new…read moredishes. The farm to table aspect should be more popular, especially in an area so rich with local farms! The food is always excellent. The drinks are thoughtful and they also make good mocktails. Staff definitely are what make it special too as they know so much about the ingredients and dishes they serve. They do have outdoor seating on a porch as well. Lots of different seating for two or larger groups. It's not a cheap option for us but it's always worth the money and it makes a special occasion feel even more special.

Sat outside in a covered patio area for brunch. I'm glad we were not sitting on the actual outside…read morearea because it ended up being a little bit cool. We were seated quickly and enjoyed a good cup of coffee while admiring all the totally decadent meals being served around us. There was a cinnamon roll that was huge with so much frosting on it. If I could've ordered that and handled that I would have, however, there was no way, but the people who ordered it seemed to love it, and I was impressed. The French toast was great, all the bread was sliced so thick! We ordered a sourdough bread that was yummy too. There's a beautiful bar seen inside and it's a lovely setting.

In TR for a wedding. Saw this place on Yelp as an option for lunch and the reviews enticed us to…read moretry. Service was top notch and our server knew the menu and could make beer and food recommendations. They have an excellent selection of local beers. I had the brisket tacos and they were amazing. The brisket is well done. The Thai chicken tacos were also good. No one had bad food. The interior is well done and has lots of seating

Food is great. Yummmmmmmmmm!…read more Service is good. Ambiance feels like a sport bar. The desserts here are amazing too.

The bartenders were fantastic. Great cocktails, great service, pleasant ambiance. One of the best…read morelocal spots.

Need a break from all the fun stores? Stop at this beautiful and yummy bar/coffee shop tucked away…read morein downtown Black Mountain. So many options to order! Lattes, chai tea, wine, mimosas, cocktails, beer! They even have specials! Wednesdays is $5 wine glasses. Thursday's is $3 lattes. Sundays have $5 mimosas. My friend ordered an iced chai tea with oat milk and said it's the best chai tea she's EVER had. I ordered a glass of the sauv blanc, as recommended by the bartender and it was delish crisp and delightful. Perfect for an intensely warm day!

Vault and Vator was our last stop of the night, and finding it was a little confusing which is part…read moreof the fun of a true speakeasy. It is found tucked behind the building with only a small, letter-sized paper sign marking the entrance. No flashy signage, no obvious storefront, which adds to the appeal if you're into that kind of hunt. Walking up to it late at night can be a little intimidating but it is well lit which I greatly appreciated! Once inside, the space is dimly lit and small, which makes for a genuinely intimate setting. I'd say it's good for a quieter, more conversational vibe rather than a loud night out. We went with the bartender's choice: pick a base liquor, then two words to describe what you're after. I went with vodka and "slightly sweet, refreshing," for $18. The bartender nailed the brief but it wasn't a drink I'd think about again or specifically order by name. Solid execution, forgettable flavor. Service was the real standout. Our bartender was excellent at walking us through the concept and translating vague requests into something that actually worked. That, plus the atmosphere, is enough to bring me back to see what else is on the menu since we made it there just in time for last call so I ended up only having one drink.

Vault & Vator is such a great spot. The atmosphere is fun and stylish, the drinks are really well…read moredone, and the whole place just has great energy. It's the kind of place that feels perfect for a night out--whether you're grabbing cocktails with friends or making a stop during an evening downtown. Everything feels intentional, from the vibe to the drink menu.

Best food in Highlands. The service was friendly and fast. Great atmosphere, fun and lively…read more Everything we ate was amazing

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!

This place is a local hangout and for a good reason. I've not had anything here which I didn't…read morelike. The food is always delicious and you can easily special order things. Their flatbread pizza is delicious. So is the French Dip, the Philly, and pretty much everything on their menu. It's worth checking out.

Good lunch but the breakfast was not as we hoped. Small portions and average food. We were really…read morehoping to find a great breakfast option in TR.

What an awesome place! It has great service, great prices and delicious food. Good for groups and…read morefor kids, nice and lively with TVs and big tables. We had the farmhouse nachos and a side of rice (shared with my kid) and the beef was so good. All the tacos were delicious and the dessert was unreal - if you have kids do the smores - so much fun! Definitely a cute little stop in Traveler's Rest- we loved it. The outside area is also really great for kids. Big tables, games like corn hole and connect four.

Nice place, right in TR. Delicious tacos, friendly service easy to eat outside. Good margarita and…read moreaffordable kids menu---$4 for a taco with rice for the kids. I've been twice and plan on returning.

Came here during Christmas in July! It was a pleasant surprise. My friend and I were visiting and…read morewanted to grab food before heading back home. It's a huge space. Plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. Dog friendly. Kid friendly. There was a Christmas movie playing outdoors. There was Christmas music playing. They also had a Christmas drink menu. I had the frozen hot chocolate (delicious!), smash burger, and asada fries. The smash burger was juicy! The asada fries were flavorful. Staff were very friendly.

Fun place the kids love! The food is pretty tasty but a bit higher. I wish they bused tables more…read more We came to a messy table and cleaned up after people. Besides that- it's a great spot to hang during the daytime, great for kids to play and have a beer with a snack. I do wish they had better kids options, my kids aren't big fans of fried foods-- so maybe something with rice instead of fries, or Mac and cheese dish, etc. Overall fun decor a will be back but the few times we've gone my kids say they're hungry as soon as we leave. The Reuben is good though!

We came here for brunch during our day trip to Black Mountain, North Carolina. Here is what we…read morethought. Atmosphere: The Pure and Proper is located inside a beautiful building. It is simply decorated on the inside and outside of the space. They have an upstairs and downstairs outdoor seating area. They also have indoor seating upstairs and downstairs. It looked like they have a little grab and go bakery / coffee spot inside. Service: The service was great. All the people we met were so friendly and helpful. The place was very clean and well maintained. Food: We were blown away by the food. I was amazed by what we ordered. My husband had their 'Monte Cristo' sandwich and LOVED it. He said it was the best sandwich he's ever had. I had their 'Catfish & Grits' which were delicious. It was packed with so much flavor. I loved the pickled onions that came on top of the dish. The catfish and grits dish hit all the tasting notes. It was sweet, savory, and a little sour with the pickled onions. I LOVED it. We will definitely be back during our trip in North Carolina. We've been to several Michelin star and recommended restaurants and Pure & Proper should be on the list!

We are so fortunate to have The Pure and Proper available to us in downtown Black Mountain. An…read moreelevated dining experience that has a mastery of the basics--from food, drinks, customer service, and personalization. We recently popped in yesterday after securing a reservation via Resy to celebrate our anniversary. We were seated at our table with a thoughtful handwritten card thanking us for celebrating with them! Our waitress was fantastic, and they even provided us with complimentary bubbly half pours to commemorate the milestone. Between the two of us, we split the cheeseboard, Brussels sprouts (which are so unique, and one of our favs!), and the poutine. The cheeseboard really is a nice way to kick off the meal, and highly recommend it--so many goodies to choose from. I love how Resy also allows you to specify where in the restaurant you'd like to sit depending on availability--we went with the high top nook spot, which is really special/cozy for two people. Parking is a breeze--even if their lot is full, the post office lot/tyson lot is just a short walk (and it's still not paid parking anywhere downtown).

While visiting family in Greenville over the holidays, I found this place close to my hotel. Great…read moreservice, friendly clientele. This is the kind of place I love to visit when traveling! Happy holidays y'all!!

Horrible service! Tania is rude, will cuss you, appears to hate her job. Read other reviews on…read moreGoogle. Seems to pretty much be a pattern. Also note the nature of responses to the bad reviews.