12 Best American Restaurants in Highlands

“Everything was great here. Starting with the service. No waiting for waitstaff; muliple vists by all the servers. Even the proprietor touched base several times. The drinks were well made with top shelf ingredients. The food was intriguing, chef used imaginative combinations. I had the 4th Street Burger and Street Corn (outstanding) and my wife had the 205 Wedge Salad (what a great surprise). The ambiance was just what my wife and i were looking for; and the setlist was killer too. We will be back. Awsome night. Thanks“

“I picked up dinner from here on my way home to Scaly Mountain tonight. I’ve heard about this place and always wanted to try it. I was really impressed with the decor and atmosphere. It’s very cozy and clean. Dinner and desserts were delicious. The gentleman who took my order and the woman who packaged up my desserts were both very friendly. I’ll definitely be recommending this place and coming to eat here again. It’s nice to have a restaurant so close to home that has great food and great service.“

“Everything was perfection 😀“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional Lunch Experience at Prime in Highlands! Our lunch at Primary in Highlands, NC, was simply outstanding. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by the host and restaurant manager, which set the tone for a wonderful meal. We started with perfectly cooked Oysters Rockefeller, followed by a fresh and flavorful green salad. My husband had the chimichurri marinated chicken sandwich, which was the special of the day, while I opted for the 14-ounce New York strip. Although I couldn’t finish the entire steak, it was perfect for sharing, and it was cooked to absolute perfection. The service was impeccable, attentive without being overbearing, and the atmosphere made for a lovely midday meal. We topped off the experience with a delicious slice of carrot cake, which was the perfect sweet ending. If you’re looking for an exceptional lunch in downtown Highlands, I highly recommend Primary for its fantastic food, atmosphere, and top-notch service“

“So we were seated at 1:34. At 1:49 my wife had to ask the hostes if we actually had a sever because no one had even looked in our direction. A couple minutes later our server finally showed up. We realized we had seen her multiple times at other tables, and walked by our table everytime, but never stopped. Yes it was busy, but not so busy we had to wait that long. Multiple people who were seated after us had already gotten their drinks and food from other servers. We had to ask for napkins and silverware even with ordering a potentially messy sandwich. We ordered our food and drinks at 1:55. Roughly 10 minutes later our food was out and delicious. The cooks did a great job and out order was correct. I recommend the restaurant as the food and prices were good. Maybe the server needs to be retrained by your best server.“

“As a world traveler I have dined at some of the best restaurants in the world. Lakeside didn't disappoint. Steak, trout,, pear salad and spinach did not disappoint. Great wine list with fair prices. Reminded me of Mucky Duck on Sanibel.“

“We had an excellent dining experience, thanks to Casey’s outstanding service. He was incredibly attentive and made sure we felt well taken care of throughout the evening. For dinner, I enjoyed the pheasant, which was absolutely delicious, while my husband had the ribeye—perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Our son ordered the sirloin, but it wasn’t quite to our liking. Casey handled it with professionalism and care, ensuring it was promptly corrected. His warm and accommodating nature truly elevated our experience, making our evening both enjoyable and memorable.“

“We enjoyed their salmon cakes immensely, that they make from their own poached salmon and then into patties. We served it with the aioli, on a bed of greens. It’s like getting a catered meal just for two. Love the people there. Rare breed.“

“Came in late on a Sunday afternoon about an hour before closing. Greeted and seated promptly. Had a choice of indoor or outdoor seating but chose inside as the sun was going down. I ordered the Waterfall Beef and my wife got the ravioli. My dish was very good with tender beef and crispy veggies. Just the right balance of sauce. My wife enjoyed hers and there was plenty to take home for a snack later for her. Mine totally vaporized somehow. Plenty of free parking right in the downtown area. Extensive wine list. Highly recommend.“

“Great food and atmosphere!“

“We ate dinner on Wednesday, our first time. The service was Excellent! Kind, and very helpful! We definitely will be back!“

“lot to choose from. fresh n hot grill, take n bake entrees, deli, NY style pizza.“