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DINING

Best Restaurants in Highlands, NC

Gather at
Our Table

Dining at Half-Mile Farm is an invitation to slow down and savor every moment. Begin each morning with an indulgent chef-prepared breakfast featuring organic and locally sourced ingredients—some from our gardens. End your afternoon mingling over complimentary hors d’oeuvres,or enjoy casually delicious fare right on site at the J. Henry Farmhouse Tavern, one of the best restaurants in Highlands. Dining at J. Henry Farmhouse Tavern is exclusively for guests of Half-Mile Farm.

Highlands Dining Guide

Breakfast | 7:30 am - 10 am
Complimentary Canapés | 5 pm - 6 pm
Bar | 12 pm - 10 pm
Bar Food | 12 pm - 8 pm

For EveryCraving
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J. Henry Farmhouse Tavern

Exclusively for hotel guests, our charming tavern invites you to gather for soups, salads, casual bites, and handcrafted cocktails—all paired with sweeping lake views. It’s the ideal place to unwind, mingle, and toast to the day’s adventures.

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Two-Course Breakfast

Begin each morning with a two-course, chef-prepared breakfast featuring garden-fresh produce and local ingredients and served in our naturally bright dining room with views of the grounds.

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Afternoon Social Hour

Reconnect and unwind each afternoon during our complimentary social hour, featuring chef-crafted hors d’oeuvres, friendly conversation, and a welcoming community vibe in the Main House.

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Freshly Baked Cookies

Indulge in the simple joy of savoring freshly baked cookies, available all day. They make for the perfect afternoon pick-me-up or sweet treat to accompany your lakeside stroll.

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Welcome Champagne

Start your stay on a celebratory note with a refreshing glass of Champagne upon arrival. It’s a delightful way to get settled and toast to your tranquil mountain retreat.

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Crafting
with Care

Since 2008, Chef Jason Tardo has delighted guests with innovative dishes inspired by regional food purveyors and local farms. Drawing on his Italian roots and classic culinary training, he creates fresh, flavorful menus that showcase the spirit of Highlands.

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Explore Local Dining

Discover the charming eateries on and around Main Street, and remember that your stay at Half-Mile Farm includes room-signing privileges at the restaurants at Old Edwards Inn, with evening transportation provided. Enjoy some of the best flavors anywhere in Highlands at Madison’s Restaurant, Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar, and Hummingbird Lounge.

Explore Local Dining

Discover the charming eateries on and around Main Street, and remember that your stay at Half-Mile Farm includes room-signing privileges at the restaurants at Old Edwards Inn, with evening transportation provided. Enjoy some of the best flavors anywhere in Highlands at Madison’s Restaurant, Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar, and Hummingbird Lounge.

Explore Local Dining

Discover the charming eateries on and around Main Street, and remember that your stay at Half-Mile Farm includes room-signing privileges at the restaurants at Old Edwards Inn, with evening transportation provided. Enjoy some of the best flavors anywhere in Highlands at Madison’s Restaurant, Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar, and Hummingbird Lounge.

J. Henry Farmhouse Tavern

SALADS, SANDWICHES & MORE

All Sandwiches Can Be Made Gluten-Free (Excluding Burger)
WEDGE SALAD
$19.00
Crisp Iceberg, Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing, Heirloom Grape Tomatoes, Chopped Bacon, House-Pickled Red Onions
SOUP AND GRILLED CHEESE*
Cup $14.00
Bowl $17.00
Sweet and Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup with Buttery Muenster Grilled Cheese on Sprouted Country White Bread
HALF-MILE BLT
$17.00
Sugar-Cured Bacon, Cherrywood Farm Lettuce, Ripe Tomato, Arugula-Pesto Mayo on Toasted Country White Bread Served with Kettle Chips
Classic Reuben
$17.00
Choice of House-Cooked Corned Beef or Natural Turkey Breast, Swiss, Sauerkraut, Russian Dressing on Butter-Grilled Organic Country White Bread Served with Kettle Chips
Turkey Bacon Melt
$20.00
Natural Turkey, Sugar-Cured Bacon, Melted Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Arugula-Pesto Mayo on Butter-Grilled Country White Bread Served with Kettle Chips
Patty Melt
$20.00
Local Wagyu Beef Patty, Grilled Onions, Swiss Cheese on Butter-Grilled Country White Bread Cooked to Your Liking, Served with Kettle Chips
Local American Wagyu Smash Burger
20
Add Bacon $2.00
Add Pimento Cheese $2.00
American Cheese, Red Onion, Lettuce, Tomato on Brioche Bun Served with Kettle Chips
Penne Half-Mile
$28.00
Penne Pasta with Grilled Chicken, Exotic Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Red Peppers in Arugula-Pesto Cream Sauce

SAVORY SNACKS

Spiced Nuts
$8.00
Group Description
Spicy Black-Eyed Pea Hummus
$11.00
Served with Housemade Pita Chips
Half-Mile Pimento Cheese
$12.00
Served with Madison’s Buttermilk Crackers
Sunburst Farms Trout Spread
$12.00
Served with Housemade Everything Flatbread Crackers
Farmhouse Cheese Board
$28.00
Assorted Artisan Cheese with Crackers, Crisps & Condiments
Charcuterie & Cheese Board
$37.00
Artisan Charcuterie & Cheese, Crackers, Crisps, House-Pickled Red Onions, and CondimentS

CRAFT BEER

Highland Brewing German Style Pilsner
$7.00
Asheville, NC | 5.5% ABV
Greenman ESB
$7.00
Asheville, NC | 5.5% ABV
Left Hand Brewing Co. Milk Stout Nitro
$8.00
Longmont, CO | 6% ABV
Currahee “Lucky Scars” IPA
$7.00
Franklin, NC | 6.9% ABV
Burial Beer Co. Surf Wax IPA
$8.00
Asheville, NC | 6.8% ABV
Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock
$8.00
Germany | 6.7% ABV
Köstritzer Schwarzbier
$7.00
Germany | 4.8% ABV
Golden Road Mango Cart Wheat Ale
$7.00
Los Angeles, CA | 4% ABV
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