Ugly Dog Pub was one of my favorite places I visited in Highlands. The food was amazing, the smash…read moreburger definitely lived up to the hype, and the beer selection was great. The live music was an awesome touch and made for a fun atmosphere. I was able to bring my pup since I sat outside, which was a huge plus. Just keep in mind that if you're dining on the patio, the service is more limited, you order and pay at the bar, and they'll bring your food out to you. Overall, this is a must-visit if you're in Highlands, North Carolina, especially if you're a fan of great burgers, good beer, and a laid-back atmosphere.

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.

Food is very tasty; Best place to get wings!! , great atmosphere; amazing staff! Support Local…read morebusinesses!

Great service, friendly staff & the food is delicious. The bar area reminds me of Cheers! The…read moredining area is family & child friendly. Definitely food that will satisfy everyone in the family!

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.

The Fix in Cashiers, NC has a great local, family-friendly vibe and the food really delivered…read more Everything we tried was flavorful, and I definitely recommend the Fix Frites -- perfectly cooked and super satisfying. The service was a bit slow, but the overall experience made it worth the visit. A solid spot if you're in the area!

What a fantastic find! We were in the area for vacation and stopped in here one night for dinner…read moreand drinks. They were busy, so we sat at the bar and were greeted immediately by Kayla, the bartender. She took our drink orders and soon brought them over to us. We had the seasonal drinks, cider donuts, and autumn mule, and both were fantastic! Dinner order was taken and delivered quickly. Everything was delicious. The vibe is so chill we actually ordered a second round of drinks after dinner because we just enjoyed the relaxed feeling of the bar. We will definitely be back here when we come back to sapphire!

I recently held a birthday party for my sister in the private room, and it was a wonderful…read moreexperience. The space provided plenty of room for guests to mingle, stand, and move around comfortably before and after dinner. The wait staff were accommodating, efficient, attentive, and incredibly helpful. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal, and the excellent service made the celebration even more special. I would recommend this venue for anyone planning a private event or special occasion.

A gem tucked away in downtown Anderson. Some Scott and Irish meals. I had the lamb stew. Shredded…read morelamb with mashed potatoes. The lamb had a tang of flavor and wine and the mashed potatoes were perfect. The pumpernickel was warm and delicious to sop up the gravy yummmmy. My hubby had the fish and chips with port wine mushrooms for a side that was to die for. Two pieces of fish and fries with their house tartare sauce. Cold slaw was made with a green curry dressing ok in small doses. The atmosphere was true rustic English pub and cozy. Watched first half of fifa futbol USA and Australia. Fun people. Waitstaff was great! Prices are comparable with other restaurants. Bon appetito

Walked into a local sports bar in western North Carolina and felt like we'd walked into a…read moreJacksonville bar back home. Our hostel host pointed us here, and the second we stepped in, we were greeted by Jaguars jerseys on the wall, Mark Brunell and Jimmy Smith. Then we got seated, and right above our table was Fred Taylor's Florida Gators jersey along with a picture of the Swamp. All three of us at the table were Jacksonville guys, so between the Jags gear and the Gators tie-in, it felt like home before we'd even ordered. We all got the wings, and they were excellent. This place oven roasts them first, then fries to crisp up the skin, no breading involved, and that combination does something special to the flavor. Best wings I've had in a while. One of my buddies also ordered a margarita and said it was excellent. Service was great throughout, and the price landed right in that sweet spot, not cheap, but not expensive for what we got either. Fair value across the board. If you're ever in Franklin and want a spot that feels like home even when you're hundreds of miles from it, this is the place.

7-11-26: If Sasquatch were to visit this place, he'd be proud. The vibe here is just so welcoming…read moreand chill I ordered the "Smashsquatch" Burger with fries and a Pepsi. My family also ordered fried mushrooms. This stuff took 16 minutes to come out. Taste-wise, everything tasted really amazing! The Pepsi was great, the fried mushrooms were scrumptious, the burger was amazing, although things got a little messy. And obviously, the fries tasted amazing. Can't wait to come back!

You have to pay annual membership at Burlingame if you live there, and then you can attend. Too…read morebad, we really wanted to go as the menu and ambiance look great ! I gave it a 3 rating regardless.

We stopped in here after checking in to the Fairway Forest Resort. It is in the same plaza on…read moreHighway 64E and we were waiting for the others in our party to arrive, so we figured we'd have a quick drink while waiting. We saw they had food too, mostly tapas style; but pretty extensive, so we ordered a few appetizers to share as well. We ordered the edamame which had truffle salt and soy sauce spices. It was a little messy, but really good, and a great deal at $7. We also ordered the bacon-wrapped scallops, ($15). There was a sweet Thai bourbon sauce on those; and the reviews were mixed. My sister thought they were too sweet and my daughter's boyfriend and my husband thought they were delicious! Although they do have a full bar; we only ordered beer & wine. The two wines ordered at the table were Old Soul Pinot Noir and a Sauvignon Blanc. Again prices were good at $7. Three of us had beer; Miller Lite & Michelob Ultra for just a few bucks each. Our visit was at 5:30 on a Friday and the place was just starting to fill up. They had limited seating due to the covid pandemic and there were tables, high tops, the bar area plus a patio. It was chilly on our visit, but there was a group on the patio taking advantage of the cool weather with the tower heater. There only appeared to be 2 employees out front; the bartender & one server.....they both did their best to keep up with orders as the place became busier and busier. I really liked this place & it has a great location right on the main highway. The prices were good and there were many options for eating and drinking with very affordable prices.

Great place in Glenville. Food is always delicious and the service is always great! We love hanging…read moreout on the back porch as a family. And the live music - super fun! We look forward to going to Happs every time we are in town!

Happ's Place is such a great spot in the mountains with an amazing atmosphere for both adults and…read morefamilies. The indoor and outdoor spaces are beautiful, and the outdoor games like putt-putt make it a fun place to spend a few hours. They usually have live music on the stage (though not on the Tuesday we visited), which adds to the experience. The food was excellent. The tomato basil soup was incredibly flavorful, and the Caesar salad paired perfectly with it. My friends ordered pizzas that looked just as delicious, with fresh ingredients and great flavor. The cocktails were also outstanding--well-crafted, balanced, and some of the best we've had in the area. Whether you're looking for a relaxing meal, drinks with friends, or a fun outing with family, Happ's Place is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back!

We visited this location 2-3 years ago, when it was operating under a different name, and had…read moreenjoyed our lunch, so we thought we would try it again. The decor is definitely a bar vibe, but there is a contained porch where you can get a decent view. The waitress was nice, and service was fine, but my impression was that management neither knows, nor cares about, food sensitivities. After discussion, the waitress suggested a Caesar salad, instead of a wrap, due to gluten intolerance. It was served with croutons. Though hubby has no sensitivities, neither of us would wish to return.

Went for lunch today & took our dog, which is allowed on the patio. Thank goodness it was air…read moreconditioned. Our server was Gracie, real sweet gal. Answered all our questions & checked back with us a couple times without being intrusive. We ordered the fried buffalo cauliflower with blue cheese crumbles. I had never had that, it was really good served with ranch or blue cheese for dipping. Split a grilled chicken sandwich with mozzarella & sun dried tomato pesto on ciabatta roll & fries. The sandwich was real tasty but crusty bread was really good. They have some cool t-shirts so we bought couple of them as well. We visit the area in summer & will definitely go back. It was clean & everyone was very friendly plus you can take a well behaved dog. Ours did great for her first restaurant outing.

The good first. The burgers were very good. My wife and I enjoyed the burgers very much. Tasty,…read morehot. While we were greeted and seated quickly, the service was subpar. The establish was not busy. The tables were sticky and had visible signs of glass rings. For not being busy, it took a considerable amount of time for the food to come out. While my food was very good, the wife had fries that were cold. We were served food without any utensils or napkins. It took 8 minutes for utensils to arrive and one napkin each. We asked for more napkins, which never came. My wife mentioned the cold fries and she was brought another serving of equally cold fries. When we were finished, I asked the server for a couple to go boxes. We received one and had to ask for more; eventually getting one more box. It took an additional 10 minutes to get the check, and another 10 to have it retrieved with the credit card. The neighboring table was also dealing with cold fries.

It was ok Nothing special…read more Fish taco tortillas were hard tough and chewy! Hush puppies were about 1/3 the size of a hush puppy and therefore overpriced for what you get It was busy so i had good feelings going in only to be highly disappointed!!!