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 (1803)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

470 Skyline Lodge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

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2 people

Jun 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 43 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.

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 1,803 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

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
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 a "wonderful dining experience" with stunning "mountain views." The "outstanding food" features expertly cooked steaks and delectable sides, while the "attentive and friendly service" from servers like Kevin, Debbie, and Rob enhances every visit. Don't miss the "espresso martini" and "French press coffee" for a perfect finish.

1,803 Reviews

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Susan
Asheville / Western North Carolina14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently delicious. The steak tartare, wedge salad, filet, and new favorite, grilled zucchini couldn’t have been better. The zucchini side is new with a sauce that is rich and flavorful.. one of the best vegetable dishes ever tasted. I wish I knew our server’s name. He was perfection.
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Andrea VIP
Georgia8 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We would not recommend this restaurant. We come to Highlands 2-3 times a year. It was long waits, rude staff. cold dishes, they stack reservations on top of each other and don’t have the tables to fill them. We were there other 2.5 hours, not by choice. Sadly, we won’t return. The view was stunning. Not much else.
Oak Steakhouse - HighlandsResponded 1 day ago
Hey there Andrea, I'm we missed the mark on your experience tonight. We truly strive to give everyone a great time here and I would like to hear more about how things went for you if you have the time. Please reach out to me at the restaurant, I would love to find a way to make it up to you. Thank you for your feedback, Richard Takacs GM Oak Highlands
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Joe
Charlotte28 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great anniversary dinner at the Oak Steakhouse. Michael our server was great and most helpful and attentive. Our steak tartare and Oysters Rockefeller were great as was the ribeye and steak frites. I highly recommend the chocolate suffle for dessert. You won't be disappointed at Oak Steakhouse Highlands.
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Stephanie VIP
Atlanta8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed our dinner. The food was wonderful, our server was engaging and the views were amazing!
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Elmer
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
everything we had was delightful and the bread service is like dessert
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william
New York City18 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Entrance through the passage way in front of what appeared to be small overnight rooms around seated hotel/motel guests was not a great setting. Seated promptly young man waiter was merely dressed and seemed very competent. Ordered an 8oz filet and it was cooked perfectly and delicious . No baked potato on menu was disappointing but did share Brussel sprouts as a side with wife and they were good my spouse came wanting to enjoy their mountain trout to hear the kitchen had not placed the order correctly and no trout tonight . She then ordered lobster risotto which came with sparse lobster and mainly corn instead of risotto. A very disappointing meal. To the credit of management they removed the risotto from the bill although I did not ask them to do so Sum it up One good entree one not so good and not enough to make me recommend to others. A high price tag for an average dining experience
Oak Steakhouse - HighlandsResponded 1 day ago
Thanks for the feedback, William! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our filet and found it to be perfectly cooked. I'm sorry to hear about the issues with the risotto, we made the decision to take care of it for you in the moment, but I wish we had the chance to speak more on it last night. It seems we fell short this time. Your comments are important to us and will be addressed with our team. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you and your wife again in the future. Please reach out to me at the restaurant at your convenience, I would appreciate the time to hear from you about your experience. Thank you for your feedback, Richard Takacs GM Oak Steakhouse Highlands
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Morgan
Atlanta1 review
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
TL:DR—Dining with Celiac Disease. Generally, the nicer the restaurant, the more accommodating. Not the case at Oak. Pros: The view is gorgeous and they’ve done a great job outfitting the space. Drinks, the ribeye and pork tomahawk were great. Our server was phenomenal. Cons: Zero appetizers that were gluten free—like could not even be modified to be GF. Most vegetables were off the table too as they were either fried or cooked with a seasoning containing soy sauce. Basically all that was safe were salad, steak and mashed potatoes. The weirdest part was that half the dessert menu was gluten free! It’s normally the opposite. The pastry chef and head chef should talk. Our sweet waitress even seemed to be embarrassed. My only other (insignificant) note is that the restaurant is frigidly cold inside. If you’re sitting in the booth along the window, it feels like an AC unit is blowing on you constantly. Not a big deal, just bring a jacket!
Oak Steakhouse - HighlandsResponded 2 days ago
Hello there Morgan, I'm sorry we missed the mark on your expectations this past visit in regards to our gluten-free options. We do change our menu periodically, and we strive to have offerings that can be tweaked for instances like this. I understand how difficult it can be dining out with such dietary restrictions. I'd like to hear more about your experience if you have the time, please reach out to me at the restaurant at your convenience. Also, thank you for the kind remarks on Debbie, we're glad she was able to take care of you for your visit. Richard Takacs GM Oak Highlands
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Charles VIP
Atlanta89 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the entire experience- the room, bar and views are beautiful. Delicious steak, sides and great selection of wine. Warm service.
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Myra VIP
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food! And the view is incredible - particularly if the weather permits you to dine outside.
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Peter
West Palm Beach13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were outstanding... a special shout-out to our server, Miranda, for making our dining experience great. The restaurant is beautiful with gorgeous views. I must stop if you are in the area.
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FAQs

Oak Steakhouse - Highlands is rated 4.9 stars by 1803 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 43 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

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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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