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    Wild Thyme Gourmet

    4.1 (406 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 3:30 pm, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    WILD THYME GOURMET ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Old fashioned
    Janell M.

    This is a great spot! The owner has her hand in every part of making this place successful. She greeted us at the host stand, helped plate meals, brought food to tables. The food was very good! But the star was the crab purses. Melt in your mouth.

    Ricotta Raviloi
    Morgan P.

    What a lovely experience on a bachelorette weekend! Our waiter was super friendly and attentive and made sure the bride and her guests felt well taken care of. We had a large party of 11 and everything ordered something different - even so all the food came out at once and piping hot, no small feat. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and can't wait to come back individually.

    Salmon BLT
    Erbira B.

    This is a great place. Nice decor, efficient service and good variety of foods. We had the salmon BLT (delicious!) with sweet potato chips, and the steak sandwich with fries. Portions were big and the food was great!

    Crispy chicken sandwich HUGE
    Susan M.

    We love this place so much for dinner that we came back the next day to enjoy their lunch menu outside. We had the crispy chicken sandwich and the portobello mushrooms grilled sandwich accompanied with sweet potato chips. All amazing 5/5 stars and our waitress was charming and attentive! Wonderful afternoon in their courtyard!

    Grilled Chicken Salad
    Debbie M.

    My husband and I dined for lunch here while visiting the area. It was a beautiful day and we were able to enjoy the lovely patio! I ordered a cocktail which was made perfectly. I had a salad with grilled chicken, and my husband ordered shrimp and fries. Both delicious. Our service was impeccable, and we highly recommend this restaurant!

    Kids grilled cheese with up charge fries
    Jenn M.

    Located right in the center of town this restaurant has become a Highlands institution. We stopped in for lunch on a busy Sunday and had to wait 10 minutes or so. Love that they have a dog friendly patio and bring water for your pup. We enjoyed the fish & chips, the goat cheese salad with chicken and my son got the kid's grilled cheese. All the food was delicious and service was knowledgeable and speedy. We also really appreciated their extensive wine and spirit selection... we both enjoyed well made martinis. A little pricey for lunch ($100 for the three of us, including two cocktails) but we're on vacation where money doesn't count, right? Certainly will be back!

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    We loved everything about this place! Restaurant was nice and warm on a very cold day. Service was great and the food was amazing!

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    Aside from the good food and service, the atmosphere is different but pleasing. I like it outside sitting near the little creek in the back.

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    Love this restaurant. Great food and drink and staff is amazing. This is our go to place in Highlands.

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    Great food and service! Great location in the middle of downtown. Would recommend if you are in the Highlands area.

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    Ask the Community - Wild Thyme Gourmet

    Do you recommend Reservations December 18 through the 23rd?

    Yes, we recommend.

    Will it be open on thanksgiving night?

    No, we will be closed on Thanksgiving Day

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