Oak Steakhouse - Highlands

Name: Oak Steakhouse - Highlands
Address: 470 Skyline Lodge Rd, Highlands, NC, United States, 28741
Telephone: (828) 482-4720
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (1815)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

470 Skyline Lodge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 59 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Skyline Lodge features Indigo Road Hospitality Group's Oak Steakhouse, a contemporary steakhouse restaurant. Oak's menu includes steakhouse classics with a modern flair, utilizing Certified Angus Beef and local ingredients. The steakhouse, designed by Skyline's interior design team, Mey & Co, seats up to 80 guests in an intimate and inviting dining room lined with luxurious leather banquettes, a custom floor-to-ceiling wine display, and three original working native granite stone fireplaces. Oak Steakhouse Highlands is sure to become a go-to for both Skyline Lodge guests and locals.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(828) 482-4720
Website
https://www.oaksteakhouserestaurant.com/location/oak-steakhouse-highlands/?y_source=1_ODE4NDQwNzAtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Matt Weinstein
Private party facilities
Oak Steakhouse Highlands has a number of high quality venues for parties both large and small. Visit our website for a full listing, capacities and to contact us for availability. https://www.oaksteakhouserestaurant.com/private-dining-highlands/

Location
470 Skyline Lodge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Neighborhood
Highlands / Sapphire
Parking details
Free parking for restaurant guests.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Under The Stars with Guest Chef Trey Smith
$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Jul 8, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience with our premier guest chef dinner series, "Under the Stars, On the Rocks". Hosted at Skyline Lodge against the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, this event offers an al fresco steakhouse dining experience. Featuring collaborations with renowned chefs from around the country and Oak Steakhouse's culinary team, each four-course meal will be family-style and is unique and personalized to the guest chef. For $175 per person, including beverage pairings, plus tax and gratuity. Chef Trey Smith is co-owner and chef at Saint-Germain, an intimate tasting-menu restaurant in New Orleans' Bywater neighborhood. He collaborates with Chef Blake Aguillard and General Manager Drew DeLaughter to offer a dynamic culinary experience that blends French influences with Southern roots. Before establishing Saint-Germain, Trey strengthened his culinary skills at Restaurant August under Chef Michael Gulotta. He later joined Mopho as the opening chef de cuisine and contributed to the launch of Maypop. His dedication to innovative cuisine has earned him multiple nominations for "Best Chef: South" from the James Beard Foundation.
Under the Stars with Guest Chef Jennifer Carroll
$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Aug 12, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience with our premier guest chef dinner series, "Under the Stars, On the Rocks". Hosted at Skyline Lodge against the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, this event offers an al fresco steakhouse dining experience. Featuring collaborations with renowned chefs from around the country and Oak Steakhouse's culinary team, each four-course meal will be family-style and is unique and personalized to the guest chef. For $175 per person, including beverage pairings, plus tax and gratuity. Chef Jennifer Carroll helms Carroll Couture Cuisine, her experience company, which offers intimate bespoke dinners, classes, and food journeys. She is a founder & co-chair of the Sisterly Love Collective, a non-profit in Philadelphia, PA that supports, mentors, & empowers women in the food, beverage, & hospitality industries. Jennifer's passion for cooking & dedication to the culinary space have earned her numerous accolades, including Philadelphia Magazine's Best New Chef, Eater's Best New Restaurant, Eater’s Chef of the Year, two RAMMY nominations for Best New Restaurant & Best New Chef, in addition to recognition as the protege of renowned chef Eric Ripert by the James Beard Foundation and appearances on Bravo's Top Chef.
Under the Stars with Guest Chef Kevin Maxey
$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Sep 16, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience with our premier guest chef dinner series, "Under the Stars, On the Rocks". Hosted at Skyline Lodge against the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, this event offers an al fresco steakhouse dining experience. Featuring collaborations with renowned chefs from around the country and Oak Steakhouse's culinary team, each four-course meal will be family-style and is unique and personalized to the guest chef. For $175 per person, including beverage pairings, plus tax and gratuity. Chef Kevin Maxey, owner of Pendolino in Atlanta, GA’s Chastain Park, brings over 30 years of experience to his first independent restaurant under KRM Hospitality. A former partner of Chef Tom Colicchio at Gramercy Tavern and Craft, he later served as Vice President of Culinary for Ford Fry Restaurant Group, leading the openings of acclaimed spots like St. Cecilia and Superica. Now, with Pendolino, he blends neighborhood charm with refined Italian flavors.

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Popular dishes

Oysters Rockefeller
Bacon, spinach, hollandaise, bread crumbs
- each$3.75
Bread Service$7.00
Smoked gouda, garlic butter
Scallops$21.00
Cous Cous, Arrabbiata, Castelvetrano, Pepperoncini, Basil Oil
Steak Tartare$16.00
Truffle aioli, capers, chives, Pickled mustard seed, crostini
Charcuterie Board$24.00
Chef's daily selection of meats, cheeses & accoutrements
Ricotta Cannelloni$20.00
Vodka Sauce, Parmesan, Arugula Pesto

Salads

Chopped Iceburg$8.00
Marinated Cherry Tomatoes, Baby Beets, Bacon, Pickled Red Onion, Compressed Apples, Blue Cheese Dressing
Romaine & Baby Kale Caesar$8.00
Pecorino, Bottarga, Hearts of Palm, Croutons

Entrees

N.C. Trout$36.00
Deviled Crab Topping, Sorrel Beurre Blanc, Frisée
Venison Wellington$52.00
Mushrooms, Prosciutto, Carrot Purée, Hunters Sauce
Braised Lamb Shank$72.00
Baby Carrots, Creamy Polenta
Oak Smash Burger$20.00
American Cheese, Pickle, Charred Onion Aioli, Brioche Bun, Truffle Fries
Bolognese$26.00
Tagliatelle, San Marzano, Whipped Mascarpone, Parmesan
Winter Risotto$25.00
Broccoli, Cheddar, Salsify, Maitake Mushrooms
Half Chicken$28.00
Curried Butternut Squash, Beluga Lentils, Spinach, Paprika Oil
Steak Frites$34.00
5oz. C.A.B. Carved Tenderloin, Fine Herbs, Truffle Fries

Certified Angus Beef Steaks

Add ons: Blackened Seasoning $2, Blue Cheese Crust $6, Shrimp, Grilled or Blackened $15, Crab Oscar $22

Filet Mignon
- 8 oz.$54.00
- 12 oz.$71.00
Prime Ribeye
- 16 oz.$79.00
Prime NY Strip
- 14 oz.$63.00
Dry-Aged Ribeye
- 20 oz.$110.00
Tomahawk for Two
Includes two sides
- 32 oz.$165.00

Sauces

Béarnaise$2.00
Bordelaise$2.00
Hollandaise$2.00
Horseradish Cream$2.00
Oak Steak Sauce$2.00
contains nuts

For the Table

Whipped Yukon Gold$9.00
Brussels Sprouts$10.00
Mulled Apple Cider, Peanuts
Drunken Mushrooms$9.00
Beer-Braised, Caramelized Onions, Garlic, Chives
Pecorino Truffle Fries$9.00
Grilled Broccolini$10.00
Black Garlic, Blood Orange Vinaigrette
Bacon Mac & Cheese$11.00

Kids Menu

Cheese Burger$11.00
American Cheese, French Fries
Kid's Steak Frites$24.00
5oz. Carved Tenderloin, French Fries
Pasta$9.00
Cavatappi Pasta, Butter, Parmesan Cheese
Grilled Cheese$9.00
American Cheese, French Fries

Desserts

Chocolate Cake$12.00
Peanut Butter Frosting, Honey Roasted Peanut Brittle, Chocolate Sauce
Dark Chocolate Soufflé$12.00
Chestnut Anglaise, Roasted Chestnuts
Apple Cranberry Tart$10.00
Oat Crumble, Blood Orange Sherbet
Southern Caramel Cake$10.00
Caramel-Coated Popped Sorghum, Salted Caramel Sauce
Mango Sorbet$8.00
Dehydrated Raspberry Dust
Highlands Mint Chip Ice Cream$8.00
Crushed Peppermint

What 1,815 people are saying

Oak Steakhouse - Highlands reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Overall
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Food
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Service
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Ambiance
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Great for fine wines
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Great for scenic views
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Oak Steakhouse in Highlands offers an exceptional dining experience with "superb food" including favorites like Steak Frites and Filet Mignon. The "gorgeous views" of the mountains enhance the ambiance. Guests often praise the "phenomenal service" and attentive staff, making it a "special occasion" destination. Despite occasional noise and menu limitations, the restaurant remains a top choice for both locals and visitors.

1,815 Reviews

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Dawna VIP
Atlanta34 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dining experience was fantastic, from the meal selections, to the service, to the atmosphere. It was a bit loud for us, but we would definitely return multiple times if we lived in the area. We highly recommend Oak Steakhouse.
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Gary VIP
Alabama87 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We were at Oak for Sunday Brunch as we have enjoyed previously; however, our experience was different this time. The dining room has a beautiful view and nicely appointed but was especially loud…. Consideration for acoustical panels should be explored. Also, service was particularly slow waiting nearly 30 minutes for the server to take our order. The time for food to arrive was very reasonable. If the Manager is monitoring delays in service should be apparent and someone should step in for service recovery.
Oak Steakhouse - HighlandsResponded 2 days ago
Good morning Gary, thank you for the feedback about your visit this Sunday for brunch. I'm sorry your meal wasn't up to the standards we strive for here at Oak, and I am in agreement on the acoustic panels, it's something we have been actively looking into recently. I'd love to speak with you if you have the time to take a phone call to share more about your experience, we are always open to feedback on how to help better take care of our patrons. You can reach me at the restaurant or I can reach out to you at your convenience. Thank you again, Richard Takacs GM Oak Steakhouse Highlands
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patricia VIP
Chicago / Illinois15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and very good food. Will be back next time in town.
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Richard
Atlanta4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a fabulous place for a quiet ladies lunch! Delious food, outstanding service, easy parking, great Mountain View’s … everything was beyond our expectations!
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Ricky VIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service is always very good. Miranda was awesome!
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Jennifer VIP
Atlanta3 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great views, great food, great service. Had an excellent Steak Frite at the bar. Jeff was a friendly and accommodating server. Opted for bar b/c it was less noisy than the dining room.
Oak Steakhouse - HighlandsResponded 6 days ago
Thanks for the review, Jennifer! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the views and the friendly service at Oak Highlands. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience for all our guests. We understand that noise levels can vary depending on the location, and we appreciate your feedback on this. We hope to see you again soon!
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Yogi VIP
Atlanta4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had reservations and by our own choice we decided to sit at the bar and have dinner at the bar. Our bartenders were great. They knew the menu and were on top of everything. The crowd was a lot of fun and overall our experience was fantastic!! My only negative was their choice for vegetarians was very limited. In spite of that we both had a great celebration of Judy’s birthday. Great wine, great views, great service and made some new friends. All in all a wonderful evening that we look forward to on our next visit to Highlands. One last thing, although Oak is a chain (we have one in Alpharetta GA) this location has its own atmosphere and is unique. A must stop for dinner on your next trip to Highlands/Cashiers.
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Gary VIP
Miami - Dade23 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Always enjoy Oak. The steak frites portion was literally half the size of our last visit two weeks ago. Ran out of oysters. Staff was harried and somewhat distracted. Not nearly up to the level expected or experienced in the past
Oak Steakhouse - HighlandsResponded 6 days ago
Hello Gary, We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear that your recent visit didn't meet the high standards you've come to expect from us. We are taking your comments into account as we continuously strive to improve our guest experience. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide the high-quality experience you've come to expect from Oak Steakhouse Highlands. I would love to hear from you personally about your visit if you have to time to reach out, we always work towards giving our guests a reason to come back, and I would love to more from you at your convenience. Thank you for your review, I appreciate it and your time spent with us, Richard Takacs GM Oak Steakhouse Highlands
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Mary Ann
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida1 review
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu choices were varied and all were appealing. There were novel twists to many of the dishes like the olive tapenade with my trout. My husband and I both enjoyed our entrees. Our waiter knew the menu well and made excellent suggestions.
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Cindy and Doug VIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta12 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was superb! We had Oysters Rockefeller, baked zucchini, Filet Mignon, Mashed red bliss potatoes, and the bread service. Every single dish was a cut above, causing us to decide we must dine there once a week! Fabulous!
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Oak Steakhouse - Highlands is rated 4.9 stars by 1815 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 59 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Oak Steakhouse - Highlands

470 Skyline Lodge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

Additional information

Neighborhood
Highlands / Sapphire
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free parking for restaurant guests.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt Weinstein
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.oaksteakhouserestaurant.com/location/oak-steakhouse-highlands/?y_source=1_ODE4NDQwNzAtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Phone number
(828) 482-4720
Private party facilities
Oak Steakhouse Highlands has a number of high quality venues for parties both large and small. Visit our website for a full listing, capacities and to contact us for availability. https://www.oaksteakhouserestaurant.com/private-dining-highlands/

Oak Steakhouse - Highlands

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Under The Stars with Guest Chef Trey Smith

Under the Stars with Guest Chef Jennifer Carroll

Under the Stars with Guest Chef Kevin Maxey

Brussels Sprouts

Southern Caramel Cake

Filet Mignon

Starters & Small Plates

Oysters Rockefeller

Bread Service$7.00

Scallops$21.00

Steak Tartare$16.00

Charcuterie Board$24.00

Ricotta Cannelloni$20.00

Salads

Chopped Iceburg$8.00

Romaine & Baby Kale Caesar$8.00

Entrees

N.C. Trout$36.00

Venison Wellington$52.00

Braised Lamb Shank$72.00

Oak Smash Burger$20.00

Bolognese$26.00

Winter Risotto$25.00

Half Chicken$28.00

Steak Frites$34.00

Certified Angus Beef Steaks

Filet Mignon

Prime Ribeye

Prime NY Strip

Dry-Aged Ribeye

Tomahawk for Two

Sauces

Béarnaise$2.00

Bordelaise$2.00

Hollandaise$2.00

Horseradish Cream$2.00

Oak Steak Sauce$2.00

For the Table

Whipped Yukon Gold$9.00

Brussels Sprouts$10.00

Drunken Mushrooms$9.00

Pecorino Truffle Fries$9.00

Grilled Broccolini$10.00

Bacon Mac & Cheese$11.00

Kids Menu

Cheese Burger$11.00

Kid's Steak Frites$24.00

Pasta$9.00

Grilled Cheese$9.00

Desserts

Chocolate Cake$12.00

Dark Chocolate Soufflé$12.00

Apple Cranberry Tart$10.00

Southern Caramel Cake$10.00

Mango Sorbet$8.00

Highlands Mint Chip Ice Cream$8.00

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