Dining
From upscale dining options to the best brunch spots in town, explore some of our favorite restaurants on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
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*Dog-friendly, outdoor dining is available.
**Reservations strongly suggested
Breakfast
Blue Bike Cafe*
Highlands, NC - 828.526.9922
Serving breakfast from 7:00 am- 3:00 pm everyday but Sunday, Blue Bike is great for families and couples, alike! Order ahead on the Toast app.
Highlands, NC - 828.526.2400
Breakfast served daily from 7:00 am-11:00 am. Fantastic coffee bar and homemade pastries!
Highlands, NC- 828.200.9308
Cute coffee shop on Main Street in Highlands. Featuring coffee, tea, New York bagels, breakfast sandwiches, pastries and other small treats. Order ahead on the Joe Coffee app.
Lunch & Dinner
Highlands, NC - 828.787.1680
Asia House offers a large menu of Japanese, Chinese and Thai foods. Open for lunch (12:00-3:00) and dinner (4:30- 9:30) every day but Wednesday.
Highlands, NC- 828.787.2990
Brought to you by Old Edwards Hospitality Group, Four65 offers handcrafted, wood fired pizzas, sandwiches and salad using ingredients from their own gardens and other local growers! Online ordering available.
Highlands, NC- 828.526.5477
Madison's is another elegant restaurant brought to you by the Old Edwards Hospitality Group. Call ahead for a dinner reservation or stop by and enjoy a drink and lite fare in the Wine Garden!
Highlands, NC- 828.526.6400
With locations in both Highlands & Cashiers, The Ugly Dog offers daily specials along with their lunch/dinner menu. During the summer months, head over to the Ugly Dog for trivia night and live bands! Online ordering available for Highlands location only.
Highlands, NC - 828.526.4035
Enjoy a casual lunch during the day, or an upscale dining experience in the evening. A reservation is recommended for dinner.
Highlands, NC - 828.482.7040
Fantastic Mexican restaurant in Highlands and just minutes away from the Cottage. A great option for take out or a casual dining in experience.
Cashiers, NC- 828.743.0020
Build your own wood-fired pizzas and calzones with handmade dough or chose from their selection of salads, sandwiches or specials! A great bite after a day of outdoor adventures.
Cashiers, NC- 828.743.6000
Popular brewery open everyday except Wednesdays. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Stop in and try a craft beer and order from their menu of soups, salads, paninis, burgers and other special entrees. Online ordering available.
Cashiers, NC- 828.547.2096
Open Wednesday- Sunday, Cashiers Valley Smokehouse is a great option for southern BBQ! Enjoy a casual lunch or dinner, 11:00 am-6:00 pm.
Upscale Dining
Highlands, NC - 828.787.1680
Asia House offers a large menu of Japanese, Chinese and Thai foods. Open dinner every day but Wednesday.
Highlands, NC- 828.526.5477
Madison's is another elegant restaurant brought to you by the Old Edwards Hospitality Group. Call ahead for a dinner reservation or stop by and enjoy a drink and lite fare in the Wine Garden!
Cashiers, NC- 828.743.2226
Take a scenic drive over to Sapphire to enjoy tapas at Table 64! One of our favorite spots on the mountain!
Cashiers, NC - 828.743.7614
Set in a 100 year old farmhouse, The Orchard offers rustic elegance and southern charm. Call ahead or book online on Resy, to make a dinner reservation.
Highlands, NC - 828.526.4035
Enjoy a casual lunch during the day, or an upscale dining experience in the evening. A reservation is recommended for dinner.
Highlands, NC - 828.526.3807
Southern Living named Wolfgang’s the “Best Place for Dinner in Highlands.” Our State magazine named Wolfgang’s the “place you must eat in Macon County.” Reservations are recommended in advance.
Highlands, NC- 828.526.4906
A Highlands staple since 1984. Polished European-style restaurant offering refined Italian dishes & wine. Reservations are required in advance.
Highlands, NC- 828-482-4720
Located right outside of Highlands, this restaurant features an incredible atmosphere, entrees, drinks, steaks and pastries.
Highlands, NC - 828.526.2338
The closest restaurant to Roostica! Walk from our vacation rental to this fine restaurant.
*Dog-friendly, outdoor dining is available.
**Reservations strongly suggested.