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Cyprus Restaurant Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://cyprushighlands.com
  • Phone: (828) 526-4429
  • Hours of Operation: 5pm -11pm
    7 Days a Week


  • Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: International, Seafood, Global, International
  • Executive Chef: Nicholas Figel
  • Dress Code: Smart Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
  • Catering: We Cater special events and private parties, Call for more information at 828-526-4429

Getting there

  • Parking: Street Parking
A word from Cyprus Restaurant
Award Winning Chef Nicholas Figel introduces destination quality International Cuisine to Highlands, NC.

In the Cyprus open kitchen, we take our inspiration from peasant foods and traditional cuisines from around the world. We hand harvest our vegetables and shop the ethnic markets to… deliver authentic and traditional International flavors.

We feature a unique regional menu, written and executed each day in the Cyprus kitchen, always by hand, and always using time honored, traditional cooking methods.

The dining room is relaxing, inclusive, and a great place to enjoy great food and good times with friends.

Cyprus International Cuisine, The most exciting dining destination in Highlands
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Diner Reviews
  • "Just the place for an adventurous diner. Friendly and unique."
    Dined on 7/22/2014
  • "Best restaurant in Highlands relocated to new more convenient downtown location and increased itgs ambience and capacity while retaining its great food -Nick was was there to cook and greet us as always."
    Dined on 7/19/2014
  • "We dined here on a busy Saturday night. The food is so creative and I love the surprises and the ever changing menu options. We consumed a lot of food and the standouts were the pork belly beignet, tamarind ribs (again), and the lavender ice cream sandwich. The service is always a tad different but pretty much standard for most places in the Highlands."
    Dined on 7/19/2014
  • "Menu you changes daily and you must be willing to experiment in various selections offered. The offerings use the freshest components and the selections are from around the world."
    Dined on 7/17/2014
  • "I am a vegan (and my husband isn't) and they were great about altering anything to fit my preferences. Delicious foods at great prices."
    Dined on 7/16/2014
  • "loved our dinner at cyprus; great view, delicious food. restaurant is still 'under constuction' (ie bar still needs finishing touches), and the dining room was loud but we had a wonderful time and the food was excellent"
    Dined on 7/15/2014
  • "The food was delicious. The service was friendly with a smile. The notice level was terrible. You could not talk to the people at the table. A large group was sitting next to us, and it was so loud."
    Dined on 7/14/2014
  • "Love the location, food is incredible!!!!!!!! Noise level high but don't think that can be helped with the open kitchen concept. Only negative is turning tables so reservations can be accomodated."
    Dined on 7/12/2014
  • "Music volume overpowers the ambience. Diners have trouble conversing without shouting. Would have preferred eating indoors but ate on the deck to avoid the din. Food was well prepared and presentation was top notch. Now that they're in town instead of their old isolated location they should let the food do the talking instead of the noise."
    Dined on 7/10/2014
  • "Took over 2 hours to get food on table. Food was terrible. Will never return- many more excellent choices in Highlands and Cashiers."
    Dined on 7/7/2014
  • "Still in the process of renovation and it was a little loud. The food was fantastic with a great variety of choises"
    Dined on 7/5/2014
  • "Long term customer. Fan of chef. First visit after their recent relocation. Food still great. Atmosphere has not yet "developed". Server terrible. We were very rushed."
    Dined on 7/5/2014
  • "Cyprus has moved into its new location in downtown Highlands. What a hit. We were in the restaurant for 2 hours and there was never an empty table. I had a chance to talk to Nick, the owner, and he is quite happy with the new location. This restaurant will soon be Highlands hot spot of the season. Congratulations Nick!"
    Dined on 7/3/2014
  • "The food was superb as usual. But regret to report the new location has problems with noise level, bouncing floor, open windows with shades blowing, and tables so close it was like a community conversation to both sides. And we missed the flamboyance of the food preparation area with the bar area. We will go back as the food preparation and presentation are worth any other issues."
    Dined on 7/3/2014
  • "Best restaurant in the Highlands/Cashiers area, and their new location with open air dining just makes it that much better. Always an amazing experience!"
    Dined on 7/3/2014
  • "we had a delightful night with my sister last night and we lucky enough to enjoy the table in the kitchen! the food was delightful and the service spot on! it is our go to place in highlands and we love the diverse menu and ever changing specials! the new downtown location is still being updated but they are almost there and we will definitely be back! Great job Nicholas!"
    Dined on 7/2/2014
  • "Cyprus has recently moved to this new location, and unfortunately, has spoiled the dining experience. The food is excellent, and the diverse menu the most unusual and interesting in town. However, the dining room is very noisy, the lighting too bright and the decor unattractive. They even play loud annoying music! We escaped to the deck to dine, but as it became dark, could not see our food or the check, as there is no lighting! We requested a candle for our table, and they brought a small tealight. If they can address these problems, they will once again be our favorite Highlands restaurant."
    Dined on 7/1/2014
  • "The menu leaned toward Vietnamese preparations the night we had dinner, and everything was delicious and well presented. Since the menu changes often, what's available is the luck of the draw. But, given our experience, we would definitely make Cyprus a must whenever we visit Highlands."
    Dined on 6/30/2014
  • "Obviously the move to the Main Street location has been well received. Previously it was a hidden gem known mostly to locals and their guests, but with the new location the popularity can only increase. The only concern would be for those requiring a handicap entrance that cannot negotiate the stairs and are unaware of the "back door" accessibility. Sure adjustments must be under consideration. With it's popularity for outstanding food and service, reservations are a must"
    Dined on 6/28/2014
  • "Thankfully when we arrived we were able to have a table on the patio. It is extremely noisy inside. Not a good place to relax and enjoy talking with friends. We also had to ask for a tablecloth. This was a Saturday night. Thot they would automatically do that. There are other restaurants in town that provide a better atmosphere. Probably would not go back. Too bad since food was excellent."
    Dined on 6/28/2014
  • "After dining at the original location for years, I was excited to try the new location. The in-town setting is fresh, youthful, energetic, creative, and the food is original and surprising. All freshh and flavorful. Can't wait to go again and will continue to try it as they complete the outside bar, and inside kitchen bar. Watching the kitchen is one of my favorite seating areas. My only concern is the the new location will make it harder to find a table now that it is easy walking distance from the main hotels in town. Congrats Nick! Terrific move."
    Dined on 6/28/2014
  • "My husband and I were pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. The menu had so many interesting dishes from all over the world that we had a hard time deciding. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the atmosphere was lovely and fun but not overly loud. Definitely recommend it!"
    Dined on 6/27/2014
  • "The food was very good but be warned if don't like spicy- be sure to let them know. Was warm in restaurant- occasional breeze from open windows but could have used some ceiling fans."
    Dined on 6/26/2014
  • "My son along with a group who had participated in an adventure race in highlands last weekend had such a grand recommendation that I could not wait to try it! Believe me it did not disappoint!! Our server, Dustin, did a great job of describing the menu and guided us to some of the most delicious food with flavors that left you never wanting to eat bland again!!"
    Dined on 6/25/2014
  • "More of everything. Some hits were local produce featured along with some old favorites. But the formerly outstanding calamari is now overly battered and undercooked. Banal brown sauce on the steak and frites needs to go, but the steak was cooked to perfection. Wild salmon was over manipulated with glaze but cooked properly. Local maker salad was dressed perfectly and was the star of the meal. Red wine standing at room temp is a real non starter in the new place, and no way to chill?"
    Dined on 6/22/2014
  • "Food was OUTSTANDING - very creative especially with the spices - fresh and local every request accommodated and then some - still dreaming of it"
    Dined on 6/22/2014
  • "Menu has alot of unique items with flavors and dishes for all palates. Good service."
    Dined on 6/21/2014
  • "2 of our tables were given away and then we were sat at one of those horrible tables where I was rubbing elbows with the table next to me. It was hot in there... no bar.. and the food was OK."
    Dined on 6/20/2014
  • "Awesome atmosphere. Great food! Music was a little loud. Place was crowded."
    Dined on 6/20/2014
  • "Cyprus Restaurant has recently relocated to the center of Highlands. It is "fresh' in the best sense and for lots of reasoins. The food, the decor, the service, the ambience - all are delightful - as is the clientele. Indoor or outdoor, this is a place to try - we had an early dinner there - and most likely enjoy very much."
    Dined on 6/17/2014
  • "Very, very, good choice, this new location in Downtown Highlands!"
    Dined on 6/16/2014
  • "Anniversary dinner...took great care of us and made the night special. We heard about issues related to opening in their new location, but our experience was great. Others around us seem to have great experiences as well. Our waiter was well trained, even better than some of our favorite places in Atlanta (we had him pick some dishes for us...nailed it). The food to value ratio was good, as well. They seated us early and were appropriately attentive throughout the night."
    Dined on 6/14/2014
  • "This was my first time at Cyprus in its new location in downtown Highlands. What a great space! What a great move for them and addition to Main Street. The food was as good as ever. My friends from Chicago and Atlanta were impressed."
    Dined on 6/14/2014
  • " Eclectic and fun! Open kitchen concept is entertaining and fun. Great menu and wonderful service staff!"
    Dined on 6/13/2014
  • "I finally got myself to Nicks this season at their new location on Main Street. Was lucky enough to get there early enough to be seated at the bar table and had a birds eye view of the kitchen, talked with Nick, and enjoyed yet another phenomenal meal at my favorite Highlands restaurant. Very personal attention and wonderful service."
    Dined on 6/8/2014
  • "We felt rushed. Food good, service good, but tried to get us out quickly so could bring in the second seating. It was very loud. We had to ask several times to have the music turned down so we could hear each other. Asked to be moved to another table away from the speakers but were told all were reserved. Shrimp served in a martini glass looked great but is difficult to eat in that presentation. Still working on the outdoor eating which will be great when finished."
    Dined on 6/6/2014
  • "Nick continues to amaze with the best food made from the freshest ingredients. We both loved the old restaurant but the new place on main street blew us away. Nick and has staff continue to make the best food possible and the care they puts into each dish shows. We will continue to come here every time we have the opportunity and are looking forward to the return of the International menu. All of our friends and family rave Cyprus as well and we can not wait to bring more people to this restaurant. If you are looking for a place to eat exceptional food in Highlands, Cyprus is the only one that we would recommend. "
    Dined on 6/3/2014
  • "Cyprus might need time to iron out some kinks. Have eaten at old location several times & were impressed with authenticity & great flavors of ethnic dishes. First time at new location didn't quite meet expectations. I made mistake & showed up 15 mins. late, was told this was a problem, only 2 sittings, too late for 1st, next 1.5 hrs. later etc. BUT they showed us to a table and despite my expectation that we'd be rushed, it was a leisurely meal, no problems. So why explain all the problems when we were satisfactorily seated and served? I had the Steak & Fries: steak was fine, fries soft and not hot, overall not very French. Husband had chicken w/mango sauce - liked it a lot. We'll be back & hope to build more consistent experience."
    Dined on 6/3/2014
  • "This was our first time at the new location. We love it, especially the chef's table where we were seated. The Rijisttafel Chicken was delicious. I usually order off the special menus so have not tried many of the regular International entrees. This was one of the best chicken dishes I have had. Braulio (?) provided perfect service. "
    Dined on 6/2/2014
  • "We were greatly disappointed with our first visit to the new Cyprus location. It was obvious that the renovations were not finished, new staff were not well trained, the overall design and table placement were poor and the ambience was chaotic. I know that Chef/Owner Nick is talented and we hope he will soon recover from this set-back."
    Dined on 5/31/2014
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