The Highlands Kitchen & Bar

First time trying out this wonderful restaurant in Chimney Rock. From the food to the service and atmosphere, everything exceeded our expectations. Our server Jeff provided excellent service! We will definitely be back.

By far one of the best restaurants I’ve been to and Sadie is a magnificent waitress. Lets you know exactly what you are getting and has some great recommendations. Got the special which was prime rib and shrimp with risotto and squash. All was delish. The drinks were perfection as well. Got the lavender lemon drop and it’s a must!

Found this little gem nestled in the Chimney Rock mountains. We went for New Years Eve dinner and what a memorable dinner it was. The food was absolutely delicious but what stood out the most was our server. Sadie. Not only was she accommodating but she was entertaining. She made sure our food was served exactly how we wanted it. My steak was a bit undercooked and she insisted she take it back to have it prepared how I wanted it. Not only that but she came back with some extra of the delicious risotto it came with. We had the filet mignon, grouper, and pork loins. Such a memorable dinner. It’s a shame we didn’t have more time to return.

Amazing place. This place was one of the few places that we were able to find open for breakfast on Saturday morning, as visitors to Lake Lure know breakfast is not the easiest meal to find. We were pleasantly surprised to find this gem sitting very close to the Lake Lure Dam. The food was absolutely fabulous, we got the pork belly as an appetizer, I got the chicken and gravy biscuits, my family got the quiche, lobster roll, kids Chicken quesadilla and Mac and cheese. The food was fresh, delicious and of very high quality. The restaurant was perfectly positioned for epic mountain views when choosing to eat on the patio. The whole experience was wonderful, we look forward to visiting this place when we return to Rumbling Bald Resort next time. I highly recommend if you can eat there you will not be disappointed.

Was passing through town and came here for both dinner and breakfast the next day. There’s a separate vegan menu which is great - got the hot honey vegan chicken sandwich and the Beyond burger with extra homemade pickles! Ask for extra hot sauce if you like it spicy. For breakfast the next day, our waitress Julia couldn’t have been nicer. Would definitely recommend stopping here - very pretty views too!

My husband and I could not have been more pleasantly surprised by this meal! We had a “date day” to Lake Lure and found The Highlands on Google. This was above and beyond what we could have expected for dinner. My filet melted in my mouth and my husband’s lamb was unlike anything I’ve ever had. They are still settling into their new venue but the quality of the food is incredible. We live an hour and half away and we have decided this is our new date night destination. Sadie, our server, was so helpful and a bright light! We will be back VERY soon!!!

First time in…. stellar! Cozy place with great menus for breakfast… brunch and dinner. Full bar with beers…. mimosas etc. Had the pork belly which was amazing and a fried chicken with biscuits and gravy….. wow. Stick to your ribs! Will definitely return!!

Great food! The vibe inside the restaurant is vintage boathouse. The food was great. We had the fried green tomatoes for an appetizer then each got a Caesar salad (one of the best Caesar salads I’ve ever had) and then the salmon for an entree. 10/10 would definitely go back.

The new restaurant and bar is a huge improvement over the prior restaurant that was there. The uniqueness of the menu, the quality of the food and quality of the drinks rivals the best restaurants in Asheville. My wife and I are a couple of foodies and were very impressed by the menu choices and quality of the food we ate. It was hard to make choices because we wanted try so many different things. The cocktails were amazing and you could see the creativity put into each one. We live in the area part-time and use to live full-time in area. There are three other “nice” restaurants in the area, and frankly none of them come close to the creativity and quality of the food at The Highlands. Kudos to the new owner. They’ve done an amazing job. Great place to go out for a date night in Luke Lure.

Amazing experience!! The food is wonderful and the service is fantastic! Everything on the menu is sure to impress. You can’t go wrong with anything you order. I’ve tried almost every entree in the joint and never been disappointed. Linda and the rest of the waitstaff is extremely friendly and helpful. Linda made several recommendations last time we were there that blew our minds! I recommend to everyone in the area to check this place out!!

This place is a must-try in the Chimney Rock area. My family and I came here at the tail end of our vacation, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. They have a vegetarian/vegan menu if asked for, which is always nice. Try to get a seat outside if the weather permits. My family and I sat outside and had a delightful time listening to the river directly next to the dining area and watching the bumblebees buzz about. The staff were as friendly as can be, and made me feel very comfortable ensuring my food would be vegetarian. I also greatly appreciated the gender-neutral restrooms as a queer person. As far as the cuisine goes, I got the Beyond Burger (it was marvelous) with a scrumptious seasonal side of sautéed squash and zucchini. Other members of my party ordered the fish tacos and chicken and waffles, and both said they were some of the best they’d ever had. The Highland Kitchen and Bar was one of, if not our favorite restaurant we ate at throughout our entire trip. Five stars, without a doubt. I’d make it six if that were an option. Try this place, you won’t regret it!

Stopped in for lunch while visiting Chimney Rock. The food was good. They accommodated my food allergy needs. Perfect location to see all while stopping in for eats.

We had an awesome river-side dinner at The Highlands Kitchen and Bar after a fun day hiking to Chimney Rock and Hickory Nut Falls. The food was delicious, especially the fried green tomatoes appetizer, the brussel sprouts and all of the fish dishes. The drinks were also great and they had a wonderful wine menu. Last but not least a special shout out to Danielle who did an awesome job making us feel welcomed and gave us such fast and organized service. Thank you!!

Sadie did a great job. The tacos were delicious but the honey mustard dressing for our appetizer salad tasted more like cake batter than honey or mustard. It was tasty, but kind of sweet for a salad dressing. Still highly recommend this restaurant!

Working in area and found this gem! Wonderful lunch, perfect eggs benedict and homefries, delicious marscapone for dessert and the table over the river? Perfect!! My server was also top notch,fixed a beverage I was having trouble with,without asking! Thanks Chasiti! Will return for sure and they serve breakfast too!

We had the tuna app and prime rib sandwich. We enjoyed both very much! Anthony the bartender is a nice young man. Very welcoming and great personality! Beautiful spot to take in the river if the weather is good.

The food was amazing. The rack of lamb and the filet mignon were really good. But the best part of it for sure was the service. I just love it when people are committed to making you feel good. Thank you...!!!

Beautiful view of the water, absolutely delicious food with fresh ingredients, unique and tasty cocktails, and quick service. Relaxing, plant filled atmosphere. We shared the baked brie appetizer which was delicious but made us hungry for more. I had the beef brisket burger which was absolutely delicious and juicy. My partner has the chicken Milanese sandwich with chimchirri sauce, amazing! I had my eye on this slit the first day of our trip and asolutely loved it. Did not disappoint.

This restaurant will live in my memory rent free. I hope to come back as many times as possible. I am from out of town and must say that Timothy, Linda and Megan were some of the most wonderful servers, and people, I have met in far too long. The scenery, food, atmosphere and kindness was absolutely immaculate. I left with a big smile and happy tummy. Highly recommend the Lobster Mac. I was vegan before that dish. I am no longer vegan. Not even mad about it.

What better way to enjoy a lunch than on a beautiful patio over looking the river! The BLFT (Bacon, Lettuce, Green Fried Tomato) sandwich was delicious. My husband had the Chicken Sandwich and said it was in his top 10 favorite chicken sandwiches he’s had! Sadie our server was great! The food came out quickly and we didn’t feel rushed. (It wasn’t too busy during lunch) I definitely recommend Highland Kitchen if you’re in the area or visiting Chimney Rock State Park.