Highlands Cafe & Grill
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Hours
Sun
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Mon
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tue
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wed
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thu
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sat
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Ratings and reviews
4.5
RATINGS
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
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PRICE RANGE
$15.00 – $20.00
CUISINES
American, Cafe
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
meals, features
Location and contact
Menu
Salads
Add Chicken Breast To Either $2.00
Caesar Salad
romaine, parmesan cheese, croutons, and
caesar dressing
$5.50
Mocha Hut Salad
mixed greens, croutons, red onion, boiled egg, and carrots
$5.50
Sandwiches
Allison
tuna salad, lettuce and tomato on
multi-grain bread
$5.75
Melt It
$0.40
Buchanan
chicken salad, lettuce, and tomato on multi-grain bread
$5.75
Crittenden
smoked turkey, provolone, lettuce and tomato on multi-grain bread
$5.75
Delafield
oven roasted vegetables, lettuce, tomato, mayo and pesto on toasted ciabatta
$5.75
Is this restaurant good for local cuisine?
Details
PRICE RANGE
$15.00 – $20.00
CUISINES
American, Cafe
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service
Contribute
4.5
53 reviews
Excellent
31
Very good
16
Average
5
Poor
0
Terrible
1
Shary A
Landover Hills382 contributions
Jan 2020 • friends
This restaurant is in historical DC on upper 14th Street. The changes in the neighborhood are welcomed and it brings lots of good eats like this location. When I first walked in to meet with my friends I was a little unsure of where I had agreed to eat lunch. Very small two long wooden tables and maybe 6 small tables and a counter across the front window. With bar stools. The staff is friendly but you have to ask questions about the menu which they answered with no extra flair, it is what it is. You place you're order at the register, they give you a number and bring your food to you. I ordered the red drum fish. It came with some really good fries and Mayo cold slaw. Very pretty presentation. I wish I had googled before I ordered the fish... One bite and I knew it was a bottom feeder. So if you like cat fish you will love this fish the texture is meaty. The tables are really close so there's no privacy but I loved the neighborhood feel. I'm sorry I didn't think to take photos but the shrimp and grits someone else ordered and burgers looked delish!
Written January 7, 2020
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lamorena10
Washington DC44 contributions
Jun 2019 • couples
We were out looking for a place to have dinner and decided to try Highlands. We were pleasantly surprised by the great atmosphere and welcoming staff. We enjoy some drinks at a great price for DC standards and some delicious food. I had the salmon and my husband had the curry chicken, both outstanding! We liked it so much we went there back for breakfast which was also delicious! A hidden gem in DC! Gracias por todo!
Written June 29, 2019
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Tina N
118 contributions
Jun 2019 • family
This restaurant was recommended by our Air B&B host and he did not steer us wrong! The service is friendly, there is fresh coffee, the food is fantastic, and fast! Great local cafe for fast, fresh, food with generous portions.
Written June 4, 2019
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DariaWinter
2 contributions
Dec 2019 • solo
The small cafe style eatery is good for a quick brunch and a light dinner with a neighborhood clientele, mostly couples, friends, and solos. The food is quite tasty, especially the blackened tilapia, ginger shrimp pasta, and cajun jambalaya pasta. It has take out as well as in house service. The service is usually fine.
Written January 8, 2020
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Amy B
6 contributions
Mar 2019 • family
After much research on the best "Chicken and Waffles," we chose Highlands to celebrate the birthday of my nephew. We loved the cozy atmosphere and the service was great ! It was a peaceful respite from the typical loud restaurant these days, which allowed for good conversation. And the food.. everything was just superb! We ordered a variety: Homemade dumplings and fried green tomatoes shouldn't be missed. Then there was the beef short ribs, Juanita's enchilada platter (loved the cheese sauce and the tender tortillas), crab cake (not overly fried tasting), cajun pasta, and salmon, and of course the chicken and waffles! All the sides that came with food were really good. I will not forget the sweet potatoes and my sister loved the green beans. Also, wine was only $5. I can't wait for our next visit!
Written March 20, 2019
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kimberlyobyrd
Washington DC3 contributions
Feb 2019 • solo
I love this place small quaint little place. The food is very very good! The only downside is that it is very small so they can not accommodate large groups very well. But if you are in the area and want a good meal, they will not disappoint!
Written February 13, 2019
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B. M
113 contributions
Oct 2018 • friends
I ordered a delicious shrimp curry here along with a good glass of reasonably priced Argentinian wine. Also tried fried green tomatoes. The menu vacillated between familiar choices and some more exciting specials. The lovely mural in the wall, friendly staff and generally cheerful environment gave the place a great ambience. Some of the cakes behind the counter looked quite tasty though I was too full to try them.
Written October 23, 2018
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Jim H
McLean51 contributions
Sep 2018 • family
My wife and I are staying briefly with my daughter and her husband in DC and they took us to this tiny restaurant around the corner for dinner. Oh my goodness...the cajun gumbo was simply superb. Not to mention the owner was so welcoming and the family atmosphere so friendly. Made the entire evening a delightful memory.
Written September 4, 2018
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Kim D
Washington DC7 contributions
Mar 2018 • none
The chicken and waffles are the bomb! I have had several things on the menu I love the breakfast here this is a must try!
Written May 31, 2018
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Deanna R
Goshen71 contributions
Apr 2018 • friends
Ate brunch here with friends who live in the area. Unassuming from the outside, but great food and service inside. Not a lot of seating but lots of people coming and going. Chicken and waffles were a great choice and serving portion was large. Also a nice selection of coffee-shop drinks (coffee, espresso, chai, mocha, etc).
Written May 28, 2018
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Austinpower312
Washington DC473 contributions
May 2018 • couples
This small quaint restaurant provided a delicious meal. It was so good, I couldn’t put my fork down. The salmon was cooked to perfection. It was flaky and moist which melted in my palate. Just heavenly.
Written May 24, 2018
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Tanksmon
Spartanburg545 contributions
Feb 2018 • family
Great breakfast (try the Juanita’s breakfast for a terrific authentic flavor), great coffee, authentic neighborhood feel, cool music, great vibe, and good prices. You just can’t find a better breakfast in DC.
Written February 24, 2018
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Betty S
Goshen12 contributions
Jan 2018 • family
This little hidden gem on 14th Street is one of the best places to experience soul food. The menu is small but the variety is outstanding from chicken and waffles for breakfast to sandwiches, salads, and great southern gumbo and shrimp and grits. Staff is friendly and service is quick.
Written January 28, 2018
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Tony M
Washington DC103 contributions
Nov 2017 • family
Small and laid back defines Highlands. The food is excellent, staff attentive, and service is unreal quick(by the time you order and sit food is on the way). All entrees around $10-12. Nice murals on walls to muse at, good music, and alcohol.
Written November 12, 2017
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G3nLondon
Silver Spring512 contributions
Jun 2017 • friends
A local recommended this place to me as a perfect place for coffee and/or brunch and I could not have been happier. The food was delicious, the blended/iced coffee refreshing on a hot day and the vibe welcoming: a great mix of cool, neighborhood warmth. You can tell this a locals place aimed at serving the community which is does with aplomb. While this place is best reached by car, I highly recommend making your way here for a great casual meal reflective of the great community surrounding 14th Street Heights.
Written July 6, 2017
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