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Dining in Highlands
Dining in Highlands
A food lover’s dream, the area offers a diverse and exciting culinary scene that is sure to please every palate. From farm-to-table dining and local favorites to international cuisine and fine dining experiences, this charming mountain town has all the best restaurants.
A food lover’s dream, the area offers a diverse and exciting culinary scene that is sure to please every palate. From farm-to-table dining and local favorites to international cuisine and fine dining experiences, this charming mountain town has it all.
Hello Foodies
With an emphasis on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, the chefs and restaurants in Highlands showcase the area’s rich culinary heritage and offer visitors a unique dining experience. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the town’s dining establishments only add to the overall experience, making Highlands, NC a must-visit destination for foodies and those seeking an unforgettable culinary adventure. From things to do, to the best restaurants in Highlands, Highlands Inn Lodge has you covered.
Cypress International
332 Main Street
Exit the Inn to the right,
located on the next block on the right.
Dog friendly sundeck with a doggie menu.
Lunch 11-3
Sun-Thurs 5-10
Fri-Sat 5-10
Brunch Sat-Sun
828-526-4429
Lakeside Restaurant
531 Smallwood Ave. Overlooking Harris Lake.
Beautiful ambiance.
Exit Inn to the left on Main Street, right on 5th, left on Smallwood. Dinner only Tues-Sat 5:30
828-526-9419
Madisons Wine Garden
Fine Dining at the Old Edwards Inn.
Directly across from the Inn.
Breakfast not open to public |Lunch 11:30-2 Dinner 6-9
Reservations necessary. Two Lounges Open to
Public Hummingbird and The Arts
M-Thurs 2-10 Fri-2-11 Sat-12-11 Sun 12-10
828.526.5477
Meritage Bistro
460 Carolina Way. Mediterranean Cuisine.
Left on Main to 5th Street
left again 3rd Street to Carolines Way.
Lunch-12|Dinner-5:30| Closed on Tuesday
828.526.1019
On the Verandah
1536 Franklin Road
Highlands most scenic dining setting
overlooking Lake Sequoyah
Take Main Street left stay on road a few minutes
on left will be restaurant.
Mon-Sun Dinner – Sun Brunch
828.482.0083
Ristorante Paoletti
Next door -Italian Fare – A local favorite!
828.526.4906
Wolfgangs Restaurant & Wine Bistro
474 Main Street
Out front door, turn left,
Restaurant is 80 yds down the road on the left.
Excellent International cuisine. Excellent wine list!
Bar area and bar menu
Patio dining. Wed-Sat 4-9
828-526-3907