Welcome to Lakeside Restaurant!
We are a family-owned eatery that has been serving the heart of Highlands, NC since 1990. We are a unique, fine-dining restaurant: seafood is what we are known for, but our specialty is excellence.
Here at Lakeside Restaurant, we strive to go above and beyond in every step of preparation, always with a goal in preparing the finest meal you’ve ever had. Our menu features fresh seafood, an extensive wine list and craft cocktails, and excellent service. We can also host your next private event for corporate retreats, birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, or any distinction that you want to make memorable.
Visit us today for your next fine dining experience!
Compact & quaint cottage on Lake Harris offering upscale American fare with a seafood focus.
Lakeside Restaurant, Highlands, North Carolina. 2477 likes · 3 talking about this · 1300 were here. Welcome to Lakeside Restaurant. It is our pleasure…
Lakeside Restaurant has been a bright spot in the Highlands dining scene for 30 years now. That’s right, 30 years. Hard to believe, isn’t it?
Reviews
Mitch Mikula
What an amazing experience! Hands down the best meal I’ve in Highlands! Everything from the host, the service and even the owner Laura was perfect! We celebrated my wife’s birthday and they accommodated special requests to make it the perfect evening! The food, holy moly, the Lamb Chops were thick and cooked exactly like we ordered! Highly recommend this restaurant, it’s small and romantic with great views of the lake! Definitely call for reservations as they are very popular with the locals!
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Bob Ivy
I’ve been coming to Highlands since the 80’s but for whatever reason I never knew about this place until we took a short cut the town. Kelly and the staff were delightful. The food was amazing. It was so good we made reservations for the next three weekends.
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Stephanie Lindeman
Please read this as 20 stars since all four of us want to give 5 stars! Buckle up bc we have endlessly great things to say:
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Anahata Love
Amazing food, amazing service. Me and my partner stopped by here after a long hike and shared the perfect meal together. The restaurant even accommodated our dog too! (:
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Magredrod
Very good experience again on our second visit to Lakeside. Our first was last year with friends and we’re already planning our next one upon our return to Highlands this summer with our family.
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Deborah Highsmith
Dinner was fabulous! We were seated outside and the view of the lake was beautiful. We celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary with friends and will return in the fall. Looking forward to another wonderful dinner!
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Tammy S.
My favorite restaurant in Highlands. The food is excellent, and the service is always impeccable. Fine dining in a casual atmosphere.
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Gary Summerfield Jr
This is a wonderful hidden treasure in Highlands. The food and waitstaff are amazing!! Try the scallops for an appetizer and stuffed trout for your main course. You won’t be disappointed. Make sure you call ahead for reservations, this is a small family restaurant.
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malcolm yunker
Had dinner with my wife, her mother and sister. This is one of our favorites in Highlands! Everyone loved their meals, and desert put it over the top! Amazing food and great service! Can’t miss with that combination! Definitely will be back!
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Kathryn ragno
What a cool little place! Nice atmosphere and great staff. Read the reviews and said the cast iron scallops were a must and trust me they are! If you are headed to highlands, this has to be on your stop list!
