Excellent food and service- a popular hotspot that didn't disappoint. Our waiter was great- and…read morefunny- and we enjoyed both of our meals.

We stayed at one of the inns at mill creek and this cafe was in same area. Decided to stop in for…read morebreakfast before exploring. We both got the pimento cheese grits with sausage patty and split an order of the banana bread and pecan praline french toast. The grits were creamy and flavorful. The French toast was fluffy and not overly sweet. Service was good. I'd definitely return if visiting the area.

Stopped in for a biscuit before a morning outing. We were kind of surprised at the amount of…read moreproducts available here. Groceries, wine, and beer. They also make pizzas and sandwiches. The biscuits were pretty good. We asked about the pizzas and they said you could phone in your pizza or sandwich order and then come to pick it up. The staff here in the morning were very pleasant and helpful. We'll be back for takeout later.

Salads and sandwiches are excellent and freshly made. We always end up here for lunch at least…read moreonce during our vacations in Highlands.

Here for lunch. A young girl, likely a food delivery driver, is waiting for her order. She is…read morecarrying a young cat and has walked through the restaurant twice, front to back, holding it. Now the cat has been released to walk up and down the front counter where food is ordered. Now another employee has taken a pause from preparing food and come from behind the bar to hold the cat, which was subsequently returned to the food ordering surface. Next to setting a kid with a dirty diaper on this surface, it's about as insulting to diners expectating some semblance of sanitation as it gets. You have been advised.

The Highlands hottie was so good we had it for lunch one day and went back the next day for dinner…read more Cesar salad is big enough to split between two people, the cashier was...in a bad mood I guess (both days). But the pizza was amazing!

We arrived early for our reservation but they were able to seat us right away. It was a beautiful…read moreevening to dine outdoors. They have a nice patio area for that. They have an incredible wine list! Mostly bottles but also a decent glass selection. The food was great. I started with the goat cheese salad which was excellent. Then we each had a different salmon dish, one encrusted with vidalia onions and the other wasabi peas and both were equally tasty. Hard to recommend one over the other. Service was very timely and server was knowledgeable of the options. We will definitely go back if ever in Highlands again!

My friend and I recently had dinner at Wild Thyme, and everything was amazing...the food, the…read moreservice, all of it. It was our first time there, and we will definitely be back. We didn't have a reservation, but Dindu at the host stand was so kind and was able to seat us right away, which we really appreciated. I also have to give Dindu a special shoutout. I accidentally left something behind and didn't realize it until I was already back home in Florida. Dindu was kind enough to mail it back to me, and her follow-through and care with my item truly went above and beyond. I can't say enough good things about the service at Wild Thyme. Unfortunately, I don't have any photos because we basically inhaled our food. :) But I can tell you the halibut I had was absolutely delicious!

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.

Great experience. Quality food, excellent service and a nice outdoor patio. Hoping to get back…read morethere on our next visit. Pizza was fresh, flavorful and served with plenty of tasty sauce and cheese.

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

Love the ambiance of this place, definitely tavern feel. However we had a mixed experience. We sat…read moreat the bar and the bar tender technically did fine, taking our orders and filling the drinks very timely, he seemed to have an attitude. Not to just us but those seated near us as well. Could've been an off night for him. Food wise, I had the brat sandwich which was great and she had a chicken sandwich which she said was very chewy. The prices here are high which you expect in a town like this but they should deliver a moist chicken breast on a sandwich for the price.

Best food in Highlands. The service was friendly and fast. Great atmosphere, fun and lively…read more Everything we ate was amazing

Stopped here for lunch and it was very good. She had the chicken tacos which she really liked. I…read morehad the sliced beef sandwich and it was excellent. We both had beans on the side which had nice chunks of pork in there. Very tasty. It wasn't really crowded so we got in and out quickly. The decor of the place is upscale bbq, very comfy and clean. Prices are very reasonable for the area. Give them a shot you'll be glad you did. They also have a nice selection of craft beers!

LEGIT SMOKEHOUSE !!!…read more About as mountainesque of a restaurant as you are going to find in the Smoky Mountains. Big gravel parking lot (do not spin out your tires). Two ways to enter - straight up stairs or multi level stairs, each depending on your knee strength - optional wheel chair accessible entrance at the front with a single handicap parking space. Upon entry, the scent of bbq smacked me right in the face. Greeted by two staff members and the bbq pit master. Not expecting a craft beer bar inside but it had a big brew selection on tap with cocktails and wine too. Ordered three full slab of bbq ribs with cole slaw and shoe string onions for $34.00, thought it was pricey until I saw the plate coming toward me by the server with two half slabs (see pic). The sheer girth and weight of the ribs were worthy of the price point. Bit into the first half slab and at the same time got a whiff of the sticky charred meat. Holy S*** it was fall off the bone moist with a nice smoky sauce, which brought an immeditate tear of joy to my left eye. I put some sweet sauce on my slab and onto my onions for added bliss. I have to commend them for the flavorful coleslaw with a light tang of vinegar. Lately, I have been getting bland coleslaw at restaurants but took a leap of faith here and was rewarded handsomely. The gender neutral ADA compliant bathroom was clean with a rustic theme. Dark wood walls with an oval mirror hovering above the wall mounted modern sink. Little gift shop at the entry door slinging Highlands Smokehouse items. Wonderful experience here and would recommend it highly to anyone that loves bbq in North Carolina.

That Muffuletta -- LAWD!…read more Yeah, I don't think I've ever paid $23 for a lunch sandwich before, but if I'm gonna do that -- this is the place. Hubby was also enamored of his 4-cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich. He ordered it two days in a row. Service was efficient, and the chef came out and asked us about our meal. Grin. That's good business. This place can be busy, so settle in and keep an eye out for a table, if you can't come during a (fairly) quiet time. It can get just a tad crowded, but the atmosphere is friendly, with lots of guests and staff who seem to know each other well. We give Village Pantry two enthusiastic Thumbs Up! Go there!

I was visiting and the potato salad was the best I ever had! I am sure their recipe is protected…read morebut if anyone has it or know ingredients please share or even a copy cat recipe...

What an awesome place to visit! I totally recommend visiting the Cashiers Farmers Market for sure…read more Too many things to list in my review, but they have everything and more you'd expect at a farmers market. My bro and I had lunch at their BBQ place, literally on the side attached to the farmers market called, you guessed it; "On The Side Barbeque". The beef brisket sandwich melted in your mouth, it comes with 2 sides of your choice. I ordered mine with collard greens and homemade potato salad. The meal also comes with a can of soda or water bottle and a small bag of chips. It's actually a great value and they have a nice covered open air outdoor area to eat at. Service was great -- they have it down to a science there. Look forward to returning next time I'm in Cashiers!

Okay, I love it…read more I've been by this market numerous times, but we're staying in Cashiers for a few days, and decided today was the day. And I'm glad we did. They had a perfect pack of candles that I HAD to have, and I bought honeycomb for The Granddaughter -- she loves it. The young lady at the counter was so sweet and friendly. The atmosphere was light and happy. This is a great place to shop. If you haven't been here, you MUST go. I could almost say, If they don't have it, you don't need it.