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The 7 Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Highlands

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Updated Jul 2025

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The Ugly Dog Public House- Highlands

The Ugly Dog Public House- Highlands

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294 S 4th St, Highlands, NC 28741, USA

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Loved the gluten free pizza (chicken pesto was Amazing!!) and live music 🎶

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Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar

Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar

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465 Main St Box 2130, Highlands, NC 28741, USA

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Michael Panyard

Glad they had gluten free options (good cauliflower crust) but for the surcharge it would be nice if they cut the pieces all the way through (was a bit tough to cut with knife and fork). The toppings were delicious and the Ceasar salad was great (our family of 4 was able to have a nice serving each by splitting the small). The service was a bit slow, but it did seem busy. Very friendly and would definitely come back again

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Mountain Fresh Grocery

Mountain Fresh Grocery

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521 Main St, Highlands, NC 28741, USA

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This place is a hidden gem! Compared to the town that's just a walk away, the pizzas were reasonably priced - and delicious! Our family is gluten free and they had a great cauliflower crust. Everyone was satisfied.

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Lakeside Restaurant

Lakeside Restaurant

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531 Smallwood Ave, Highlands, NC 28741, USA

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Erin Phillips

Ashamed to say it took more than a dozen years of residency in Highlands for me to finally have a meal at this lovely establishment. It was worth the wait but also, don’t wait, because you’ll kick yourself. Our table shared several appetizers, all absolutely delicious and we enjoyed two of the menu offered entrees as well as one of the night’s specials. Seafood, beef and pork were all represented and all were cooked exceptionally with interesting but extremely complimentary sides. Each diner in my party also enjoyed a perfectly made cocktail as well as an excellent per glass pour from the well-appointed wine options. Desert was a shared crème brûlée that was nearly transcendent in its perfect flavor with the texture of gossamer. If gossamer was made of creamy velvet. Portion sizes were perfect and the staff was exemplary. I had the added bonus of dining with a friend of the owner, who made time to stop by our table twice to say hello and make sure we were pleased with everything. She even remembered one of my companion’s gluten allergy and was ready with a better appetizer option when we accidentally ordered a dish that would have been problematic. The host was friendly and at one point, called the entirety of the small dining rooms attention for a brief acknowledgment of all the special occasions being hosted that night (turned out nearly every table had a birthday girl at it - including ours!) The vibe was supremely comfortable and lively, but not too loud to prevent decent conversation amongst our table. I have been informed that dining on the patio (once warm weather returns) is an enchanting experience - one I will certainly not wait another dozen years to enjoy! Prices were comparable to all finer dining restaurants in the Highlands-Cashiers area though I believe Lakeside provides more value for the dollars spent than many others on the Plateau. It has been a long time since a dinner out has left me completely content with the experience but Lakeside hit all the right notes for food, drink, service, and atmosphere. The little restaurant on the shore of Highland’s Lake Harris knows what they’re doing, and are an excellent representation of the best of Highland’s culinary offerings. Seamless professionalism, remarkable culinary execution, unpretentious charm.

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Madison's Restaurant

Madison's Restaurant

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445 Main St, Highlands, NC 28741, USA

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Britiney McCombs

Had lunch at Madisons on the Fourth of July - while that can be a very busy day in Highlands we were greeted with smiles, great service from our waiter and delicious food! They were able to provide gluten free alternatives and amazing desserts! Don't skip out on the espresso martini - Highly recommend!!

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