Some of the best breakfast I've had in a while! The chicken fried steak was so tender and flavorful. And the gravy was perfect without being too heavy. I was also pleasantly surprised at how good the biscuits were. They were nice and light and fluffy. My husband really enjoyed the pastrami hash. I really liked how the coffee is served in different types of coffee cups. Just like visiting family that has collected mugs along their travels. Service was quick even thought it was Friday morning. We were sat right away. read more

There are not a lot of breakfast options in Highlands- so be prepared to wait in line! It's worth it. Lovely local breakfast !! Home cooked with local ingredients. Very friendly! read more

Blue Bike Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

The Blue Bike is a popular breakfast place right in downtown Highlands and if you're looking for a nice local breakfast spot that has delicious regional fare, then you should add Blue Bike to your list. Even though it was already pretty busy, we were able to get a table for the three of us. The service is great and the staff is kind, as you'd expect. They have so many great options, but being in this part of the country, I gravitated towards the biscuits and gravy, given that is one of the specialties here, and the Unicycle had the best combo of what I was looking for: A biscuit, opened and covered with sausage gravy, 2 eggs, grits (I had pimento cheese added). The southern breakfast I had was delicious and I loved being able to have some pimento cheese with my grits. We do plan on being back in Highlands, which means we will be back to the Blue Bike Cafe as well. read more

Blue Bike Cafe - Unicycle with pimento cheese grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

Great laid back local spot with super service. Had the French dip which was delicious! Down home atmosphere read more

The food was very good, the staff and service was excellent, and the ambiance was warm and friendly. They made us feel like family. Highly recommend. read more

Can't recommend this place enough! I had the classic eggs, bacon, toast, with a side of grits, and it was perfect. The toast came with homemade jam, and the grits were the real deal. Our table also ordered an omelet, biscuits, and pancakes, and everyone left full and pleased. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a good home cooked breakfast in Highlands. read more

Blue Bike Cafe - The Commuter Bike - eggs, bacon, creamy grits, and wheatberry toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

Blue Bike Cafe is the perfect local breakfast spot in the Highlands. My husband ordered their take on chicken & waffles and no surprise, it was fantastic! We always find the local spots are the best. Our server Simon talked us into it & we're glad he did. read more

We had a delightful breakfast at Blue Bike Cafe where the owner greeted us and was very charming. Our waitress was sweet and kind! Our food came out quick and had generous portions! Enough for 2-3 servings. Their buttermilk biscuits are heavenly with their lemon blueberry jam all homemade of course! They sell their jams too We had the shrimp and grits and and chorizo grit bowl and they were delicious! Do NOT salt your shrimp and grits because they were perfectly salted with lots of cheese and spicy red pepper sauce and 2 fried eggs!! All soooo good! read more

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Delicious ribeye cheesesteak sandwich and pastrami Rueben are both great options. Good service and must stop when visiting. read more

Blue Bike Cafe - Cheesesteak ribeye sandwich and pastrami Rueben - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

Cute, cozy local breakfast place in Highlands. Great service & food. Variety of breakfast options. Friendly staff. Small gift shop with local artists crafts. read more

We stopped for lunch in Highlands on the way back from Asheville to Atlanta. We looked for a dog friendly place to give our pups a break from the drive. The food and service were incredible. Simon, our server, and the rest of the staff were more than accommodating to our 2 pitties, Winona and Buckley, They set us up a nice table outside , keeping their water bowls filled and serving them delicious hamburger patties on their own little tray. They were so welcoming and happy for us to be there, and came out and gave a lot of love and attention to our dogs. I had the French dip and the potato salad, my wife had the biscuits and gravy, Everything was delicious. We'll definitely be back! Excellent experience! 1257A read more

I loved all the choices, biscuits, sausage and cheese grits. Very friendly service and lively atmosphere at a fair price. read more

Blue Bike Cafe - Inside the Blue Bike Breakfast Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

A must eat breakfast spot whenever visiting Highlands, NC!! The staff is friendly, the food is delish, and the theming is cute! We tried the cinnamon roll pancake (holy good) & the unicycle! We can't wait to go back! read more

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Probably the only place open for breakfast and it's worth the shorter wait service is great and the food comes out fast. Nice balance of savory, healthy, and sweet options across the menu. Power bowl was fantastic. Ask for extra granola to get that texture. read more

Blue Bike Cafe - Power bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

Great food, service and ambiance. We know why the reviews on this place were so great- we enjoyed the whole experience. Hope to return to try other menu items! I had the Philly cheesesteak and it was amazing. My husband had the biscuits and gravy and loved it too. read more

Exactly what I want on a vacation getaway weekend. Delicious, locally sourced, and hearty! Made from scratch makes the world of difference; topped with staff and management that care?! That's what this is all about. Warm and welcoming, if ever I find myself in Highlands overnight, Blue Bike it is! read more

Blue Bike Cafe - a plate of breakfast food - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

To say that there are things worth going the extra mile for seems very fitting. This little food haven needs no compliments from me, but that Rueben will flash before my eyes before I meet Jesus. While I watched patrons lineup and wait. I felt guilty for savoring every single bite, yet I persisted. We had the darling RJ wait on us, but my favorite part was seeing sweet Elizabeth setting all the patrons at their tables. Mrs Erin makes sure that each and every guest gets their heart's desire and won't let anyone go away unsatisfied. This is a fine establishment, there is no doubt. I don't want anyone else to know about it as she busts at the seams like me getting in my jeans. Thank you kindly one and all who made our meal possible. read more

Had a delicious breakfast sandwich! Sausage is almost like hamburger patties - so big. read more

Blue Bike Cafe - Breakfast sandwich with sausage, egg, tomato, cheese, and avocado on sourdough bread - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

Food is good quality and really tasty! Will visit when in the area. Service was ok, prices were ok. Typical atmosphere of small business. Enjoyed the meal. read more

We had breakfast/brunch here on a Saturday morning. We arrived around 9:45am and the Host said it would be about 35 minutes for a table of 3, no problem we waited. A local couple came in about 15 minutes later and they just sat down at a table. My husband asked the Host why they got to sit immediately and he said "Oh they are locals and just sat themselves". We asked if we could just sit ourselves then and he said no lol. We finally were seated around 10:45am (yes an hour after arriving) and ordered our breakfast. It took over 30 minutes to get our food which was eggs, bacon and an omelet. It was OK but totally not worth the long wait for breakfast! We won't be coming back here again. ALSO, they are closed on Sundays! What breakfast place is closed on a Sunday? That was super weird! read more

Great breakfast spot. Food was great and nobody leaves hungry from this place. Staff fixed an ice coffee even though not on the menu. The outdoor seating was great. Inside was clean and decorated perfectly. read more

All three here too. One of my favorites in Highlands. The food is really good, I can visit with my Dog and they are gracious to give a Military discount. Love it!! read more

Friendly staff and delicious food. Make sure you get your name on the list early or your wait can be pretty long.

Wonderful breakfast spot just down the street from Old Edwards Inn. The staff is warm, and makes you feel like family. The venue is quaint and comfortable with ample seating. Shrimp & Grits, Pancakes and Bonuts are all outstanding. Wish we were in town longer to try more of the menu! Must eat here! read more

We've been to the Blue Bike several times. It's on the outside of our Macon County restaurant rotation. We visit infrequently. This last time, TJ was our waiter. TJ has a great personality, was very helpful with my food sensitivities, and was attentive during our meal, even though it was obvious he had several tables. Hubby had the Korean BBQ Grits Bowl, but he never got the sauce on the side, and forgot to ask for it. He felt it needed the additional flavor. For me, since I couldn't have the sauce, I thought it was fine, but I also could have devoured that bowl with bacon, sausage, or no meat at all. I had the Pastrami Hash. The pastrami was in little sliced chunks, which I found unusual, but the flavor was delicious. The eggs were cooked well, with that runny yellow I crave. I probably would have liked the Pastrami Bowl better if the potatoes were cut smaller, and there were more veggies, like onions and some colorful bell peppers. Even without those improvements, it was good. They also serve breakfast all day, so that's a definite plus for you. Visit soon, and let me know what you think! read more

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We ate at the Blue Bike once for lunch and again for breakfast. It's a quirky place with really good food and great service from some interesting people. I had a Cobb salad which was plentiful and better than most. No deli meats, just seasoned and sautéed chicken. For breakfast we both had the Commuter bike breakfast and everything was delicious. read more

A spot for locals and tourists. Extensive menu for breakfast snd lunch. Very casual. Will definitely return. Was looking forward to going sgain on Sunday but closed that day. read more

I was really questioning whether this was as good as the ratings. It's a touristy place, so I expect a touristy breakfast. I was wrong. I sat solo at the bar by the front window. Such a great place to people-watch! I got to meet a local named Joe. Had a lovely time chatting with him. My breakfast did not disappoint! I had a chorizo grit bowl with cheesy grits, pico de gallo, fresh avocado, and queso fresco. It was DELICIOUS!! I could eat that every day. Ended my meal with a single buttermilk chocolate chip pancake. I was not disappointed in the least bit. Everything was excellent. They are dog-friendly and even have a small menu for your furry friend. Next door is a groomer, so you could schedule a grooming session, while you enjoy your breakfast then treat your dogo with something from Blue Bike Cafe. Parking is difficult, to say the least. They have a VERY SMALL parking lot. I parked a couple of blocks away and walked. Not a big deal since it is such a nice town to walk in! There was quite a line waiting to get in. If you are a solo dinner, just walk past all the people and sit at the bar/front window. You are good as gold! read more

Service was great! We had our service dog with us, and they were very accommodating (another place down the street was not at all accommodating). The food was delicious. I had the Buffalo chicken wrap with a side salad with ranch dressing. The ranch dressing was yummy. My sister got the commuter bike and had basted eggs with pimento cheese grits and sliced tomato with gluten free toast. My mom had the side salad with some sautéed spinach. All of us were very hungry when we got here, so no time to take pics! Great experience! We may even come back while we're in town! Also, they have a variety of jams and jellies inside, along with some maple syrup and hot chocolate. read more

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Ugh. Waited 57 minutes for salads and sandwiches. When they arrived mine was burned, fries were cold. Lots of others waiting, too. Tipped the waiter anyway. Won't fat shame someone for being mortally obese but I'd rather not see the gut because the XXXXL Tshirt is too small. Hopefully he'll use my 14% to hit K-Mart. No heads up or apology for delay. Lots of action in kitchen. Noticed one guy placing plastic cutting board on floor, there's initiative! Have an hour to wait for sub standard grub? Be my guest... Never again. read more

Blue Bike Cafe - French Dip - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

Had a lovely lunch today at Blue Bike Cafe. Just off Main Street in the Highlands this breakfast & lunch spot is a welcome slow down from the touristy spots. We enjoyed the Pimento Cheese Snack and the BELTA Sandwich with fries. Everything was fresh and delicious. The service was efficient and helpful. They serve breakfast all day and we will be back for sure. Also Dog Friendly! They even had a few items on their menu specifically for the doggies! Highly recommend this casual and delicious restaurant! read more

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Got to enjoy breakfast here this AM. When it comes to breakfast spots in Highlands, numerous options aren't high but this place is the crème de la crème of breakfast spots here. Their food is well portioned and the food selection/choices can fit any palate. I got the tandem bike which is a biscuit and gravy with sausage Pattie's and eggs. It was flavorful and filling. Their cheesy grits and their sausage links are full of flavor. The Korean BBQ grit bowl looks amazing. They have a small store where you can buy jams, honeys and jellies. The service was great and Kay was fun. The ambiance is a little country with a bike motif. They are a great option for the city and worthy trying when you visit. Definitely a go to location either for breakfast or lunch. read more

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What an awesome little country breakfast and lunch restaurant. Our group was getting ready for another fun day in Highlands NC. and decided to go back a second time to the Blue Bike Cafe, because the fist time was so amazing. A cutely decorated store front and simple interior, but what counts is their delicious hearty full flavored entrees. A couple of the highlights... Biscuits Sausage and Gravy. Big light and fluffy biscuits with a golden brown crust covered in their famous sausage gravy. For those hungry enough, throw on an egg and sausage patty. Build your own omelette. They have about everything you can think of to build your own. Add a side of fresh cut fruit and some crispy hash browns and your all set! And the winner is definitely Banana Bread & Pecan French Toast - Sliced, battered banana bread with sliced bananas, pecans, and praline sauce. This is what a little taste of heaven taste's like. Your mouth will be begging for bite after bite. Lol. All the servers are very country pleasant and so efficient. Always filling your coffee and water cups. Happy Hostess is the normal and the kitchen really knows how to turn out a hearty and well prepared meal. And yes, lots of Blue Bikes in the decor. Lol. read more

Blue Bike Cafe - Decor. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

Great stop to have lunch! Had the Philly cheesesteak and it was amazing. Sidewinder fries were crispy and delicious. Tea and coffee were outstanding! read more

We came for breakfast and the food was phenomenal! I got a breakfast Sammie that was way larger than I thought it would be and tasted great. My wife got the chorizo omelet and it was perfectly seasoned and balanced. The praline banana French toast was amazing. We will come back here! Service was friendly and helpful and the atmosphere was very homey and comfortable read more

Blue Bike Cafe - Breakfast sandwich, praline banana French toast, chorizo omelet with pimento grits and croissant. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Highlands, North Carolina

This was our first time here. We were sat on the " boujee" side as the man said seating us haha. What a cute room! We were sat right away. We ordered the Ten speed which came with two very large pancakes and a side of strawberries. We also got the Commuter with bacon and grits. The bacon was thick cut and the grits were creamy.! read more

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A great little dinner with super breakfast. I have never eaten lunch here, but the breakfast is supreme! The staff is so friendly, and service is excellent. Highly suggest pimento cheese grits, steel cut oats, or pancakes (which are huge)! Great way to start your day! read more

Amazing food! Had the Greek Omelette, and it was delicious! Tara was my server and she was very friendly & attentive! Thanks, I'll be back!

Wait staff and host were trying their best, but took hours to get food in a relatively small establishment. Noticed the manager or owner watching the staff struggle to keep up without helping was awkward. Plenty of better places to eat breakfast in Highlands. read more

Been here three times over last two weeks and will come back. BUT they unbelievably SLOW. Slow to bus tables Slow to seat people Slow to bring food--REALLY SLOW. Like 30+ minutes slow. And to top it off--they show no remorse or apology whatsoever even though people ask them about the food. read more