New American Restaurants near Highlands, NC

“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.“

“Great food and atmosphere!“

“Everything was perfection 😀“

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

“Loved this spot! We came here multiple times during our weekend stay in the Highlands. The bartenders were fantastic. Shout out to Will, super friendly bartender! We could have hung out here all weekend! Their beers were really good and I loved their pimento cheese dip, definitely homemade. Friendly ambiance, fun spot!“

“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.“

“This was deff a gem spot. If you enjoy a great fresh cooked meal, with a quiet vibe and you can bring your dogs annnd has outside seating area. This is your spot. Everything was cooked perfectly. My waiter was awesome. I have nothing bad to say about this place. Next time I’m in town I’ll deff be coming back“