Arrived into Brevard late, set up my campsite at Davidson and ran back into town for fuel…read more Riverside bar was fortuitous in that it was literally next door to the BP and had a pretty good crowd outside. Of course, I looked up the reviews on Yelp and was pleasantly surprised to see that they served traditional English pub fare with a good beer selection... yes please! Quite a few colorful locals were outside razzing each other and checking out my JDM van, so I felt at ease when walking in. The bartender greeted me warmly and was happy to make some food recommendations where Chicken Tikka Masala and Curry chicken were the local favorites. I opted for the chicken curry and was not disappointed! Just the right amount of curry spice, fresh rice, and oh-so-soft NAAN on the side. It really hit the spot. Bonus that the taps had a rotating English mild ale from a local brewery on tap and was the perfect pairing to the curry. All in all, a very fortuitous find!

Great service, friendly atmosphere, and delicious food! A true neighborhood bar with pool and video…read moregames.

Four of us went the other evening for dinner and drinks, it wasn't very busy. The bartender/waiter…read moremade us feel like we were an inconvenience. The food and drinks were fantastic. My daughter and I shared the burrata pizza, others had the caprese salad and hummus platter. When the bill arrived, it was on top of a notebook that had really vulgar words on it (yes, I know it's 21+ but it's a business) when my mom mentioned it, the waiter said "you should see the inside" and walked away.

I am so happy my family stumbled upon this place! After dinner, we were wanting to go somewhere to…read moregrab a drink and talk (the place we went to for dinner was pretty loud so we couldn't hear each other well). That being said, we wanted a quieter setting. There was a band playing when we arrived but saw there was outside seating which was perfect because we enjoyed the music that was being played, but again, we wanted to talk. The porch was a perfect place to do both! The music was loud enough we could hear it but quiet enough that we had a wonderful time, drinking our wine/cocktails and hanging out. The inside was also super chill because it's dimly lit and there are two bar areas. If we lived closer, I could see my husband and I coming here often for a date spot or with friends! When we arrived, one of the staff members was helpful because we hadn't been here before so we weren't sure where to order. We went to the bar as instructed and ordered our drinks. My aunt and I both ordered a glass of wine--she had a sav. Blanc and I got the Prosecco. The guys ordered a dark and stormy, the hibiscus house cocktail, and a Manhattan. We all enjoyed our drinks thoroughly! If you are visiting the area, stop by!!

Off the chart!! Will be back to try the food menu…read more Whiskey menu is fun and the live music was enjoyable

The Scotsman is a great Scottish pub that happens to serve pub food, and I think that's the right…read moreway to walk in. The space itself is genuinely grand, well-decorated, comfortable seating, a nice billiards room, and (maybe the highest compliment you can pay a pub) no old-bar smell or locals that make you feel out of place. The bathrooms were clean. The whole place was clean. For a neighborhood spot built around long conversations, it delivers. The drinks are the reason to come. The Riesling on the menu was good, and the winter bourbon (infused with apple), actually tasted spirited. What I appreciated most: no snootiness. Some Scottish and Irish pubs get precious about sticking to the house whisky program and gently disapprove if you order a cocktail or wine. Not here. They let you drink what you want to drink. Service was friendly and checked in at a good cadence. One note: the food came out way too fast. Appetizers hit the table, and the mains arrived about a minute later; we barely got into the fried cheese curds or tandoori fries before everything else was competing for space. The tandoor twist on the fries was a fun surprise, but generally the food read as average pub food. The salmon was dry (lesson learned: order it medium rare next time). The mashed potatoes on the shepherd's pie were the real highlight. 3.5 Stars. Credit where it's due: the menu is wide and actually vegan- and vegetarian-friendly, which is rarer than it should be in a pub, and there is a general playfulness in the atmosphere. What would push it higher: food that matches the level of the space, the excellent service, and the drinks. Pace out the courses, the salmon needs help, and strengthen the dishes a notch. We'll go back, just not for the salmon. The room, the drinks, and the staff all brought their A-game. The kitchen brought a B-game.

My brother and family came to my moms lake house up near Cedar Mountain 25 minutes south of…read moreBrevard. They heard about this Irish restaurant so we went. IT's about 20 miles one way. We all had a great meal together. I had their fish and chips. I liked it portions were small to me My Mom had been there before and thought my fish wasn't cooked enough. Could have been new oil. It was fine. I ate again later I think It's more a touristy thing

Hadn't eaten there in seven years...it was good then and it was damn good today. I had fish and…read morechips and a cup of cabbage soup The broth alone was worth the price and the added veggies and tender corned beef sent it over the top. The cod filet was almost 1 1/2 thick and tasty...the coating could have been a bit thicker, it was whimpy. The accompanying fries were just perfect and the slaw was very good too. My wife had the Reuben sandwich and found it to be tender, generous and flavorful. Prices were fair and the staff friendly and efficient. I inadvertently left my 40 year old flight jacket there and when I returned over an hour later I was relieved to learn they had tucked it carefully away for its owner. The place was busy but not overly so. The ambiance, well it's an Irish pub.This place has been here for many years and I expect it will be here many more.

Just went in for a few drinks. Loved the bar games on the tables. Band came in and started who…read morewere very good. Gave us a good recommendation for dinner.

The live music here is amazing. An added plus is the drinks are affordable. The ambiance is cute…read moreand the service is great, too. Will definitely be back to hear more tunes! Wish they stayed open even just an hour longer!

Everyone's food was delicious. The breakfast burrito was filling. The Bloody Mary was very good -…read morejust the right amount of heat. Service was friendly and quick. Parked on the street in the back for free, but there is also a pay parking lot that is free with validation.

Suitcase Social Club Dispatch No. 47: "Timmy vs. The Lumberjacks"…read more If you've ever wondered what happens when a grown man with sales quotas, a mild caffeine imbalance, and the attention span of a golden retriever discovers competitive lumberjack sports streaming on the bar TV... well, allow me to submit Exhibit A. I wandered into Main Street Bar & Eatery for what was supposed to be a "quick bite between quotes." Instead, I became spiritually welded to a barstool while the TV blasted a man in flannel yeeting a chainsaw like it owed him money. And the fried pickles. Good grief. Those things ambushed me. One minute I'm thinking "I'll just have a snack," and the next I'm waist-deep in a basket of fried circles of temptation, crunching my way into oblivion while pretending to "work." My laptop was open, sure, but let's not lie to ourselves -- I got absolutely nothing done. I was too busy yelling advice at professional lumberjacks like I'd trained for this moment my whole life. Tim the Suitcase Regular Rating Breakdown: * Atmosphere: Cozy but with the unpredictable energy of a log-rolling final * Food: Fried pickles that could ruin a man's productivity in the best possible way * Service: Friendly, fast, and kindly nonjudgmental of whatever fever dream I was living in * Entertainment: 10/10 involuntary lumberjack immersion If you're looking for a place where you can lose an entire afternoon under the noble banner of "I swear I'm still working", Main Street Bar & Eatery is the arena. Suitcase Social Club™ stamp of approval: Earned.

On advice from my hairdresser (who grew up here) the Reuben did not disappoint…read more She said it was the best in all of North Georgia, and it most certainly was. Cheesesteak was probably the best I've ever had as well. This is in Clarkesville on the Square. Would return and bring my friends and family.

Came here today for lunch and it was very good. The service was quick to seat us even on a busy…read moreday. It's always a positive to me when I come to a restaurant on an odd hour and it's still filled up with patrons. The food was fresh I loved my patty melt and the pimento burger was very good as well. Would be a perfect 5/5 but the sweet potatoes fries definitely needed some sort of salt they just came out fried and nothing else. Will definitely be back for more though.

Cheeseburger was outstanding!…read more Been there twice and both times service and food quality were both out standing

I had a grilled pimento cheese sandwich; my husband had a club sandwich. We added onion rings, and…read moreteriyaki wings. The grilled pimento cheese sandwich was grilled perfectly and their homemade pimento cheese is the best! Their wings have just the right breading and came hot to the table. My husband's club was delicious , too... he said the bacon was crisp. Really good food!!

The Ugly Dog served as our pit stop the whole time we were visiting highlands. Whether it was for…read morea meal, snack, or just a cocktail to relax a bit. We stopped by our first day for lunch and I ordered the classic Reuben and fries. Both were delicious I loved the fries so much. My husband ordered the bacon and pimento smash burger which was just as delicious! Day two I had a chicken sandwich and he ordered the Cuban. Day three we had the soft pretzels and cheese dip. Those were bomb! My favorite cocktail was the Italian Spritz. It was so light and just a nice refreshing drink for the afternoon. Service was average. Nothing terrible or great. You can tell they get pretty busy each day. What I really loved was all of the photos of dogs framed on the walls! It was fun to see all the different pups that had been added over the years

Ugly Dog is one of our favorite places in Highlands…read more Hubby and I enjoy their Burger with the loaded Tater Tots. I appreciate that the Tater Tots are gluten-free, and I heartily recommend them! The bar can occasionally get loud and rowdy, but the crowd always seems happy. Servers are friendly, and knowledgeable of food sensitivities. You may have a little bit of a wait, but these people are on it, so they'll get to you asap. Be sure to visit Ugly Dog while you're in Highlands. I think you'll like it.