First, I'm happy to report that my experience aligned with my friend's raving of High's Restaurant. After a few disappointments, food wise (while in this area), I finally had the pleasure to be truly satisfied with my experience of High's Restaurant. Let's start with the customer service here. At minimum, the rating for the service here is SUPERB. Our waitress was super kind, engaging, prompt, and warm. The food. The portions here are massive with great price points. I started with a cup of the Kickin' Crab Soup, which was flavored fairly well. However, there wasn't any crab chunks in the soup, which was a tad disappointing. I then had the Rodeo Burger, which was just what I needed! The pairing of the bbq sauce was such a great decision. Even though this burger was good, what would have made it excellent (to me) was a little bit more seasoning on the beef patty. The fries!... Were simply made to perfection. Even after microwaving (which took away the crisp), I still thoroughly enjoyed the fries. We then left lol and came back for a milkshake which was excellent! I had a half Oreo and half Butterfingers milkshake , which was everything my tastebuds desired. Whenever back in the area, it will definitely be my vote to revisit High's Restaurant. read more

High's Restaurant - American Near Me - Monterey, Virginia

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Great food, service and ambiance. It's just a fun place to stop and the food is always great. read more

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The burger was great quality and put together well. The fried pickle spears and kickin crab soup (which is spicy) was pretty great. read more

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Food freshly made to order and hot! Service by Katrina impeccable! Cute cozy old style decor took me back years. Very nice place in a very small town! read more

High's Restaurant - Look at classic toys from years gone by - American Near Me - Monterey, Virginia

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We don't write a lot of reviews, but after having a family dinner at High's, our children not only insisted that we ring the bell on the way out - which a sign in the restaurant instructs us we should do if we enjoyed our meal -- but also insisted that we write a glowing review. All the food was delicious: burgers, fries, salad, bar, onion rings, local trout, side vegetables and of course the desserts. Staff are very hospitable and warm. Strong recommend. read more

We had been driving for a few hours, having started in Clarksburg, WV, over the curvy, mountainous Rte 250, and into Monterey, VA. It was a lazy Sunday afternoon in early March, 2024, and few establishments were open in Monterey. We spotted High's, and decided that it would be a good rest stop for desserts and hot beverages. Food. (Rating: 3/5). My husband ordered coffee and their Maple Berry Perfection Cake, while I got a hot tea and Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie. Of course, we split our desserts. All of our choices were okay, and "hit the spot" but we probably wouldn't order them again. The filling in my pie was tasty, but the crust was pale-colored and soft and gooey after having been warmed in the microwave. The Maple Berry cake was light on the berries. Both slices were of average size. The coffee was okay, but he prefers a stronger brew. My hot tea was Lipton, which is never sufficiently strong for me either. Value. (Rating: 1/5). We should've been more cautious in ordering when noticing that prices were not listed on the menu nor on the signage for desserts and drinks. We were quite surprised when the waitress gave us the bill for $22.11, before tip. Ambiance. (4/5). The decor is cute, and is described by the establishment as being reminiscent of a 1950s old-fashioned soda shop. There are photos of Hollywood actors, wooden booths on which graffiti is encouraged, and various items for sale (from baseball caps to maple syrup). The eating areas and bathrooms were clean. Service (3/5). We seated ourselves, and the waitress brought our menus relatively soon. Our desserts and hot drinks were somewhat slow to come out although the restaurant wasn't too busy. My husband also had to flag her down to get a refill on his coffee. There was also a bit of attempted upselling. Do you want ice cream on your pie? Would you like some cold drinks for your onward journey? There was free parking on the road in front of the restaurant. read more

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The trout sandwich was amazing would totally recommend it if you are passing through.

Cute, cute, cute..... While riding around the Allegheny Highlands, we happened upon this little town. This small restaurant was located across the street from the beautiful old Inn. Upon entering High's, we were promptly received and seated at the last remaining table. Our Tomato Basil and Chicken Pot Pie Soups were very good. We shared a Reuben Sandwich which was the special of the day. All in all just a delightful place for a meal among neighbors and friends. read more

High's Restaurant - Chicken Pot Pie and Tomato Basil Soups with Reuben - American Near Me - Monterey, Virginia

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The food and service at Highs are incredible. The service is super fast and friendly and the food portions are enormous! There a new and fresh salad bar and it brings us back! (Consider splitting the entrees or prep to take food home) Paul (server) and Michelle (in the kitchen- are simply the best! read more

I cannot say enough great things about High's. Their food was so good, great portion size, and priced well. Additionally, the wait staff is so helpful, and patient! My nephew was being very particular with his dessert order and our waitress didn't blink an eye, only tried to work with him. She also was helpful and knowledgeable about whether items had gluten in them as I have celiacs. I ordered the smothered chicken (peppers, onions, mushrooms, cheese, bacon and BBQ sauce) with coleslaw and a baked potato for my sides. We each got dessert after my friend ordered mountain berry cake, my nephew a double scoop ice cream cone, and I got the maple milkshake. read more

High's Restaurant - Coleslaw, Baked Potato, and Smothered Chicken. - American Near Me - Monterey, Virginia

Stopped in here for lunch while checking out Monterey. Really good food and wonderful service! The grilled trout sandwich was delicious and my husband said the Philly cheesesteak sandwich was, as well. If you're ever in town, definitely stop in here! read more

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High's is great. The food is always on point - never had anything I didn't like. It's like home cooking. And the cakes/desserts are sooooo good. It's definitely the local diner feel. On any given night you'll see 10 different familiar faces and families. The service is always good. Highly recommend High's! read more

High's Restaurant - Funny hat sold at the restaurant - American Near Me - Monterey, Virginia

4 stars for what it is, a mountain town diner. Everyone was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant decor is kitschy with Hollywood photos and people leaving notes, pics, autographs on the wooden booths. Seemed clean. Menu covers a lot of ground with dinner entrees, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers and dessert. They have a cookie skillet on the many that they ask you to order when you order dinner. I almost tried it, but it's 4 cookies and 4 scoops of ice cream!! Food was pretty good. I got the chicken tenders with a salad and fries. The servings were large. Tenders were cooked well and the fries were really good. It was pretty pricey with three of us costing $85. Definitely pricing based on limited options in the area! We got cake to go. I ate that chocolate cake a few hours later and it was really good. I forgot pics, but thought I'd share. If you are in the area, don't hesitate to stop by, especially for a piece of homemade cake! read more

Great food and service! Very interesting history lesson from the owner on the restaurant.

Great little place with an old town feel. BLT and fries are excellent. Coffee is nice and strong. Waitress was super friendly and attentive. My wife and I love coming here when we are in the area. read more

This was our first time at High's in Monterey VA and it was delicious! I particularly liked the hand breaded shrimp but the green beans were my absolute favorite thing. The desserts looked fabulous but we were too full to try them this time. We'll be back. read more

Cool atmosphere, nice people, good service and great food! The lasagna was awesome and my wife really enjoyed the country fried steak

I recently visited High's restaurant and had one of the best Reubens I have had anywhere! The server was top notch as well as the vibe High's has! Loved the fries too! read more

The only redeeming factor of the visit was our server Paul. He greeted us with a big smile and warm hello from the moment we stepped in the door. And went the extra mile to try and make our experience a good one. The dining room itself is decorated with Hollywood actor photos and autographs. Otherwise, the food quality does not equate to the price. It's important to forewarn that the menu states "homemade" and tastes very different to what my grandma would consider "homemade". We went on Sunday evening after the Maple festival. An incentive was free pancakes with our $23.75 meal. We asked what farm provided the syrup. The staff replied, "it's not maple syrup, it's just regular pancake syrup" All while they were selling bottles of organic maple syrup in the dining room. The main takeaway is you probably gotta be high to enjoy eating at High's. read more

A Local favorite for ever, very friendly staff and great food. It's like going back in time. Good Menu, fresh local trout, homemade meatloaf, pork barbecue etc Yummy deserts including a lemon berry cake, a full array of delicious ice cream and more! The ambiance is quaint and last a feel of years gone by read more

Great service, great food, classic decor. We loved it. I got the cheeseburger my wife got the chicken tenders, both were fresh and delicious. read more

We ordered tomato basil soup, patty melt and fries and dessert to go. It was amazing!

Awesome spot!! Excellent trout, fun environment, great staff! Put them in your places to stop!!

When in Monterey I always make it a point to visit High's Restaurant. Been going there since I was a child. When there, be sure to try their gravy fries...not on the menu but really good. Don't miss this hidden gem that will take you back to a simpler time! read more

Driving west from the Shenandoah Valley along US 250 feels like a trip back across the centuries. Highland County is a rare "Frontier" County in the Eastern US, a beautiful wild spot. Then you get to Monterey, VA - a county seat of about 150 people - and you find High's. They serve a magnificent fried trout sandwich and we also had pork tenderloin with a Blackberry compote that was fabulous. Great collard greens and sweet potato mash. Desserts are homemade. Wonderful service, its inexpensive, and the other customers, locals all, were just lovely to get to know. read more

High's Restaurant - High's is an unexpected gem along US 250 - American Near Me - Monterey, Virginia

The food was better than average, but it took a very long time to arrive. The prices are a bit steep and they even try to upsell you on things that you didn't order. I had a chicken wrap, cup of soup instead of fries, and a glass of water and they tried to charge me $23.11! I know it's a challenge to run a restaurant, but I wouldn't stop back here. read more

Wonderful atmosphere, fun servers and great food. A great place to stop get meal and enjoy great company!

With such a big shot celebrity chef you would think the food would be amazing. Well my husbands hamburger bun had deli paper cooked into it. Everything needed to be seasoned. As soon as I got home my stomach was in knots. Had to cancel the rest of my day. I later learned that my bbq plate that had duck confit on it, had been out for two weeks. That explains the upset stomach. read more

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My family and I were so disappointed with High's restaurant this past visit. We have probably ate at this restaurant 20 times or more when we come to the area. We live 100 plus miles away and always look forward to stopping at High's. However, the whole atmosphere has changed,the food was inedible and the price was exorbitant. I would suggest asking the price before eating. Two of us had pancakes and sausage. One had a biscuit with sausage gravy and homefries. I had a biscuit and gravy( the gravy was really salty) and scrambled eggs, which I could not eat. The eggs were watery and COLD.With drinks the cost was $54.00.(Plus tip) When we asked about the preparation of the food and or the price, all that we were told is they have to cover the price of the maple syrup. Not sure we will go back again read more

Chef is an a*hole. Won't support that kind of nonsense. My business will be going to the other restaurants in the area whose food & attitude is better! read more

Local restaurant serving the locals of Highland County. Sandwiches, salads and general foodstuffs found in a Mom and Pop style restaurant. Lunch was good, no frills, just a good country place to stop, eat and listen to local chatter. read more

Stumbled into Highs after a recommendation we received on a hike. We saved it for our last night in Monterey. It did not disappoint. Sandy was a wonderful waitress and helped us decide among the many options on the menu. We highly recommend the smothered chicken and fried trout....not to mention the fire and icecream sundae was the perfect topper to a beautiful weekend in Monterey. We will absolutely come back!!! read more

High's Restaurant - The fire and icecream sundae - American Near Me - Monterey, Virginia

We love coming to High's when we're visiting family in Monterey. HANDS DOWN, best cheeseburger I've ever had. The fries were super crispy, perfectly seasoned. My grandma had the butterfly shrimp and cobra fries and both were top notch. My husband had the chili and it was delicious. All the food was hot and fresh, service was impeccable. My son had an Oreo milkshake and it was the best milkshake we've ever had. 10/10 would highly recommend. read more

Like everyone else, they are trying to stay open. First the pandemic, and now the Biden economy! $4- $5 gas and no one is traveling. Can't get anyone to work. I don't know how any mom/pop restaurant can even survive. Cut them some slack. They were great for so long and I'm sure they will get it working right again. I'm looking forward to visiting again this fall. read more

Super cute and nostalgic restaurant with lots of fun food choices. Very friendly staff and quality ingredients for sure! Can't wait to pass through again!! It's a must stop. read more

Great comfort diner food...especially on a trip home after a Ski weekend. Thank you for the hospitality

For Maple Festival, I would recommend going to one of the Ruritan breakfast locations instead. Overpriced and Underdelivered. Review is ONLY of Maple Festival weekend experience as I think it may not reflect High's Restaurant's usual. Based on a great experience at High's for the 2018 Maple Festival, I insisted that our group rise early and get to town in time to eat at High's. One small red flag was the man on the street who told my husband that the place had the best breakfast in town as if he were not connected with it but then turned out to be the person who unlocked the door and seemed to be running the place. He was super friendly and was kind enough to let us in early to avoid a freezing cold wait. Once we were seated and the restaurant opened up, we were handed a single menu for ONE choice of a breakfast that cost $18!!! (You can go to the Ruritan breakfast for $12.) I have no problem with the management attempting to streamline their breakfast service, but the price should have been more like $8 for what they served. We all received a very small portion of eggs, sausage, hashbrowns, Wonderbread and 2 small pancakes. And honestly, all but the box mix pancakes probably came straight from the freezer. I can't verify, but we all suspected the eggs were reconstituted, and the maple syrup was not real maple syrup...at the maple festival....for an $18 breakfast!!! Again, had the price been much cheaper, we would have just been a little disappointed, but for this price, we should have had a very different experience. The waitresses were very friendly, and the place was very cozy, but it should be skipped for the festival weekend. Maybe try it another time. read more

We eat here every time we come to to town! Greatest food, friendliest people! They just made my day! You will NOT be disappointed! I had the roast beef panini special. So good!! read more

I know the pandemic has taken a toll on small business, especially food vendors. So I was willing to cut people slack once things began opening up After not happening for 2 consecutive years, I was excited to drive 1-1/2 hours to the Highland County Maple Festival. In years past, the streets were lined with food trucks and the restaurants so busy we couldn't get in. So we were excited to leave early this year to get in before the crowds, expecting the buffet and all you can eat pancakes (topped with maple syrup, of course!) advertised in the festival brochures. We were pleased when we easily found a booth. However, what followed was the most disappointing breakfast I have ever been served, made worse by the ridiculous price tag. No, there was no buffet, or all you can eat pancakes. Nor was there even a menu to order from. Instead, we were offered a single option--scrambled eggs, 2 sausage links, a hash brown patty, 1 slice of bread, and the choice of either 2 buttermilk pancakes or 2 buckwheat pancakes, and a choice of beverage. Well, ok. A hearty breakfast when it was so misty and cold outside would have been ok. But what we received was just disappointing. What appeared to be less than a full egg, dried out from sitting in a pan, two very cold sausages, a greasy hash brown cake (like the frozen ones purchased from food lion) and the thinnest pancakes I have ever seen. The bread was the best part! All served on paper plates, to finish off the experience. And the maple syrup? Well, who knows what kind it was--served in a bottle with a handwritten PS (pancake Syrup?) that wouldn't allow it to pour unless you took the lid off. Ok, well...let's eat and get to the festival. But wait--how much was this feast? $15.99 per person. Now, like I said, I am ok paying a bit more to help a small town joint get back on its feet after the pandemic. But this is ridiculous. It's price gouging tourists who come to their town for a festival, serving them sub par food in meager quantities. And then they expect a tip (I left 15% at this point) and tell us to "come back when it's not the maple festival". Why? Is the food any better then? I doubt it, and I won't be back. It was a lousy start to my day, and literally left a bad taste in my mouth. read more

Great food great service. Specialty burgers, old fashioned mom and pop atmosphere. Steak, trout, hamburger steaks great comfort food. Fun time for the kids. read more