Oak Steakhouse is a wonderful dining experience. I ordered quiche, and my friend enjoyed the eggs…read moreBenedict, both of which did not disappoint. The atmosphere was exemplary, and the staff was friendly and professional.

I cannot say enough about Oak Steakhouse. The ambiance, views, and service are all top tier. Not to…read moremention the food: steaks on another level, sides galore. Don't miss the bread service at the beginning either. It's amazing. If you are anywhere within 1hr of this place, I highly recommend especially for a date night or celebratory dinner. You won't regret it.

Wonderful meal in a very cool atmosphere. Had a few apps but the show stopper was the paella!!read more

6 of us came for dinner on a Tuesday and the restaurant was not crowded and the atmosphere seemed…read moreok but hard to know as we were seated in a table next to the kitchen without other diners. Before we could even sit down and get water our server was asking for drink orders. 2 of us wanted wine but the others chose to not drink with the meal. As soon as the wine was delivered we were being pressed for our orders and after asking for a few minutes the server was back within 2-3 minutes so we ordered. Even before the ones drinking has a chance to sip more than once our orders were being delivered thereby letting us know they were prepared. The server did not know who ordered what and had to ask. Within 5 minutes or 10 at the most all tapas orders were on the table. The two orders of brussel sprouts were felt to be average. The potato dish was tasty and filling. The beet salad was well done and had a good portion for 2. The shrimp were said to be good by the ordering couple and the meatballs were bland. With our food rushed we did not feel we had the time to pause and contemplate dessert and we did not. Maybe the entrees would have been better and we considered the paella but balked at the price of $68. If you decide on this restaurant be sure that you ask the food be slowed. I do not know what the rush was but they got us out of there in not much more than an hour.

Had lunch today at 4118 Kitchen. Food was very good and service was attentive. My wife raved about…read moreher roasted cauliflower. I had the burger special and it was terrific. Disappointed that our server was unmasked but at least the restaurant was not crowded. Definitely a good value and we will return.

My husband and I stopped by for a cocktail and some apps before wrapping up our first day in…read moreHighlands. The staff were as friendly and we really enjoyed the atmosphere. You could tell they had a lot of regulars and it's a place the locals like the hang. We enjoyed the spring rolls the most. They had great flavor and the chili sauce they were served with complimented them well

The food was nice and it was a fun atmosphere. We had a pretty good Reuben sandwich that we ended…read moreup splitting because it was huge. Give this place a try because it has a fun ambiance about it and if you're in Cashiers then you are already having a beautiful time.

One of Cashiers finest lunch or dinner spots... no table service but great togo food such as a…read morewonderful steak and blue cheese sandwich, beautiful green salad with grilled chicken, lasagna and much much more. On the other side of the store you have a little meat market with Kobe beef hot dogs, prime steaks , wonderful gourmet cheeses and much much more, its like a mini whole foods in the mountains (micro small) this is just what Cashiers Needed....

Ugly Dog Pub was one of my favorite places I visited in Highlands. The food was amazing, the smash…read moreburger definitely lived up to the hype, and the beer selection was great. The live music was an awesome touch and made for a fun atmosphere. I was able to bring my pup since I sat outside, which was a huge plus. Just keep in mind that if you're dining on the patio, the service is more limited, you order and pay at the bar, and they'll bring your food out to you. Overall, this is a must-visit if you're in Highlands, North Carolina, especially if you're a fan of great burgers, good beer, and a laid-back atmosphere.

We were seated right away. A little annoyed that our party of 5 was seated at a small corner booth…read moretable. Ended up using the back of the booth for our water bottle and condiments and still struggled for space. Buffalo wings were good but not exactly Buffalo. No buttery spicy hot sauce. It was more peppery than buffalo. Wings were cooked perfectly though Reuben is excellent as are the jalapeno Mac bites. Cheese dip was also excellent but we (and the table next to us) had to ask for more chips. Not portioned terribly well. Beer options were very slim (2 on tap from what it gathered). I'm sure there were plenty of bottled options but draft was disappointing. We ordered the ale but they tapped out and brought us brown ale. At 5pm...only a brown and stout on tap. Overall, it was a pretty middling experience but the food was good and they offer a military appreciation discount.

I have seen reviews that talk about portion size and cost. I want to address those first. When I…read morecompare the cost with what I see at other Irish pubs in Tampa FL, it's comparable. The portion size I found to be in line with the style and the fish and chips filled me, tartar sauce homage and delicious well cooked. Boxty was great with a touch of heat and the side condiment was way more than needed. For the fish you get two what I believe to be around 3oz fish fried in batter. They probably range from 2.5-3oz but I saw it all made (sat at the end of the bar). Arrive was friendly and helpful. Ambiance is what you'd expect mostly with the decor. I will be back at this place. I have had haddock and other fish and chips with bigger pieces of fish and this is not a fish camp. I see portions in line.

Very happy to stop in during our leisurely drive. Service was awesome! For lunch I loved the…read moreauthentic meals with a nice variety of selections. I did not need to study the menu the night before because of an overwhelming amount of items. It shows me that they highlight what they are good at. A great place to give your business

Another incredible meal. 35 years of dinner here and once again they did not disappoint. Service…read morewas incredible. Food was 5 star. We'll be back again and again!

After my first meal at this nationally celebrated fine-dining restaurant, I left determined to…read morereturn as often as possible during my time in Highlands, North Carolina. My second visit only deepened that conviction. Once again, I found a seat at the bar, this time in the capable hands of Fernando. Knowledgeable, engaging, and effortlessly personable, he made the evening feel less like formal service and more like being welcomed back by an old friend. The meal began with Paoletti's house-made sourdough rolls: cloud-soft within, delicately crisp at the surface, and served alongside black-olive tapenade and herb butter. With them, I ordered a glass of the cellar-special 2022 Barolo to carry me through the first two courses. I had arrived with firm plans: the basil-garlic butter escargot I had been dreaming about since my last visit, followed by the cannelloni. Then Fernando recited the evening's specials and mentioned elk ravioli--house-made pasta filled with elk and ricotta, set in a tomato demi-glace. Plans changed immediately. The trio of elk-and-ricotta ravioli was a delight. The pasta had that taut, satisfying al dente bite that announces it was made by hand, while the demi-glace was deep, savory, and impossible to leave behind. It begged to be gathered up with another piece of sourdough. If decorum had allowed it, I might have polished the plate clean. Next came the escargot, a dish against which I have a particularly exacting standard. My uncle has owned a French restaurant for as long as I can remember, and some of my earliest culinary memories involve this classic preparation. As a French-trained chef, I also know how quickly escargot can turn rubbery when mishandled. At Paoletti, the kitchen shows admirable restraint and precision. Rather than offering the slightest hint of bounce, each snail nearly dissolves on the tongue beneath a glossy basil-garlic butter, with slender slices of mushroom adding an earthy counterpoint to every bite. The seasoned breadcrumbs softened into the sauce--and really, who has ever objected to breadcrumbs steeped in butter? Certainly not this food lover. For the grand finale, Michael selected a 2016 Brunello di Montalcino that made the cannelloni sing. He shared stories about his path to Ristorante Paoletti and about his young daughter's remarkable palate and knowledge of food. His pride was unmistakable, as was his gift for making a guest feel at ease. He remains one of the most personable and perceptive guides to food-and-wine pairing I have encountered. The cannelloni itself was unlike any I had tasted: instead of the traditional broad pasta tubes, a delicate crepe enfolded ground veal, ricotta, and spinach. It was a daring substitution, and it paid off beautifully. Baked beneath béchamel and Bolognese ragù, the dish was rich yet composed, each element amplifying the next. Superb. It is easy to understand why Ristorante Paoletti has earned such ardent praise. Tucked into the Blue Ridge Mountains of Highlands, it delivers the ambition and polish of a destination restaurant without the stiffness that so often accompanies fine dining. The cooking is assured, the hospitality genuine, and the experience memorable from the first warm roll to the final sip of Brunello. I intend to return as often as opportunity allows. Molto bene, Paoletti.

Impeccable restaurant. Everything is perfect. If possible, try to sit outside in their very…read morespecial garden.

We stayed at Half Mile Farm for our 35th Anniversary on the special package. The included massages…read moreat the Spa were lovely.The package also included dinner at Madisons,which we hadn't been to in over 6 years but remembered it being very nice. I just don't know what to say, other than it was disappointing and underwhelming. The food was just really not good,and the entree took forever to come out of the kitchen. We both ate less than half of our appetizers and entrees. My crab dip order was like something from a Chili's,the fish so dry you couldn't eat it. I forget what my husband's orders were, but he barely ate them. At the end we shared a skillet cookie for desert and did finish it, even though parts were burned. The staff insisting to shake your hand upon greeting and departing, at the table, was disconcerting as well. For a Relais &Chateaux hotel, not having white table cloths,inferior food,and mediocre service is out of the ordinary. I don't think we'll be back.

My favorite place in tow to eat. The food is fantastic, the bartenders and wait staff are amazing…read more I highly recommend Four65

Great place for wood fired pizza on Main Street in Highlands. The interior is bright and tasteful…read moredecorated. The pizza is delicious and the salad choices are different and imaginative. Our server was very attentive making it a very enjoyable evening. The whole family enjoyed it.