Best Authentic Restaurants in Highland

11 restaurants available nearby

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1. Galliano Italian Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(676)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fulton

Booked 16 times today

Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar serving Italian classic cuisine.

2. Cuba de Ayer

4.9

Exceptional(1394)

Price: Moderate

• Latin / Spanish • Silver Spring

Booked 19 times today

Come enjoy the tropical tastes of Cuba! Authentic home style Cuban cuisine where our customers feel as though they are eating home cooked meals that would be found in Grandma's kitchen. Cuba de Ayer is an ideal escape for a delicious cup of Cuban coffee, a Cuban grilled sandwich, followed up by something sweet like a slice of tres leches cake. mmm.... Bring your friends, family or come alone-strangers are simply friends we've yet to meet.

3. Cazbar - Columbia

4.8

Exceptional(1413)

Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Columbia

Booked 41 times today

The Cazbar, established in 2006, is the areas First & Premier Turkish Restaurant. With food, atmosphere, & entertainment served in an authentic Turkish style, Cazbar is sure to provide a thoroughly exotic & enchanting dining experience. Our Columbia location is an mesmerizing dining experience that transports you to Turkey without flying. Perfect for birthdays, graduations, family gatherings and anytime you want to celebrate with family or friends. Reservations recommended but walk-ins always welcome. Open daily for lunch and dinner and spectacular party specialists. Join us every Friday & Saturday at 9pm, for the most captivating Belly Dancing shows outside of Turkey!

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4. Rudy's Mediterranean Grill

4.7

Exceptional(460)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Columbia

Booked 5 times today

Rudy's Mediterranean Grill, established in 2010, is a celebrated dining destination in Columbia, Maryland, renowned for its authentic Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine. As the first Turkish restaurant in Howard County, Rudy's has built a strong reputation for its delicious food, warm ambiance, and excellent service.The restaurant, led by Rudy Keskin, offers a diverse menu featuring traditional dishes such as lahmacun, doner kebab, and moussaka, crafted with the freshest ingredients. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options, including casual dining, takeout, and patio seating. The full bar serves a selection of wines, beers, and cocktails, enhancing the overall dining experience.Located at 7185 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite D, Rudy's Mediterranean Grill is conveniently situated near Route 175, with ample street parking available. The restaurant is open daily, with extended hours on weekends, making it a perfect choice for both lunch and dinner.

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5. Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - Laurel

4.4

Awesome(25)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Laurel

Booked 24 times today

Experience the rich, vibrant flavors of New Orleans at Miss Toya's Creole House in Laurel. Located at 14708 Baltimore Ave, Suite 110, our restaurant offers a taste of authentic Creole cuisine with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. From spicy jambalaya to tender crawfish étouffée and delectable beignets, our menu is crafted with family recipes and the freshest ingredients. Enjoy our signature cocktails and a selection of wines and craft beers in a cozy, lively setting perfect for any occasion. Join us and savor the heart and soul of Creole cooking right here in Laurel.

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6. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Columbia, MD | Lakeside

4.6

Exceptional(142)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Columbia

Booked 23 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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7. Cava Mezze - Olney

4.8

Exceptional(1166)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Olney

Booked 23 times today

Your neighborhood Mediterranean hangout, dedicated to shared plates and culinary excellence! Currently offering outdoor dining, and contactless curbside takeout and delivery.

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8. Scratch Kitchen & Bistro

3.5

Very Good(6)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Olney

Elevating Your Culinary Experience: Scratch Kitchen's Unique Farm-to-Table Brunch and LunchScratch Kitchen is your destination for an upscale, innovative, and farm-to-table brunch and lunch. We reimagine American classics with inventive dishes like the "Overworked Mom" Nutella French toast, steak omelets, Atlantic lobster rolls in garlic butter and offer authentic Latin-inspired options such as Peruvian fried rice bowls, and provide a nostalgic, homey ambiance.Our commitment to pure, locally sourced ingredients and scratch cooking results in a menu that's both delicious and memorable. From special occasions to casual meals, we offer a unique dining experience rooted in culinary innovation and the farm-to-table philosophy. Join us to eat local and savor the extraordinary.

9. Mannequin Pis

4.7

Exceptional(1251)

Price: Moderate

• Belgian • Olney

Booked 7 times today

Enjoy delicious, sophisticated Belgian Cuisine at Mannequin Pis in Olney. The food centers around mussels, but you can find worthy alternatives all over the menu starting from Chicken to Belgian Bier Beef Stew (Carbonnade)or a delicious Venision Sausage. We have extensive selection of Belgian Biers. Chimay, Delirium Tremens, Duvel and all the Trappistes Biers are here. We also take carry out orders over the phone everyday.

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10. Famous Dave's - Columbia

4.5

Awesome(19)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Columbia

Our authentic BBQ starts in a live-wood smoker stoked with genuine hickory logs. Our pitmasters hand-rub the meats with a custom blend of spices and cook for hours to extract the natural flavors. We source the highest quality meats and trim them up like we’re in a competition and hand-rub them with the freshest seasonings available to create mouthwatering experiences! In addition to our BBQ and grilled meats, our menu features a selection of salads, sandwiches, side items, and made-from-scratch desserts.

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JasonVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and service ! Would highly recommend this restaurant 😃
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Cazbar - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Columbia
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4.8
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LaToya
Charlotte •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I been wanting to try this place and so glad I got to experience it very delicious! Food came out fresh and hot loved the salmon bites for appetizer. And my first time trying red snapper was so delicious
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Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - LaurelPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Laurel
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4.4
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YumsterVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
Our food from appetizer to dessert was beautifully presented as well as delicious.
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Galliano Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fulton
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4.3
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christine
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
Food is delicious and people Super Pleasant! Thank you
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Cuba de AyerPrice: Moderate• Latin / Spanish• Silver Spring
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4.9
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Charles
Baltimore / Maryland •27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
Excellent location for a celebration. Best drinks around - though the beer menu could be expanded! Adequate selection of wines… but that’s all drinks! You go there for the FOOD… and GOOD it is. Not high brow but a use of spices that is tantalizing without tongue-numbing as some places. The best evidence is the subtle smoke flavor of the Baba Ganousch…the BEST! Only fault was we were not forewarned of the 3% surcharge on using credit; had we known we would have brought cash… next time, for sure. ;-)
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Rudy's Mediterranean GrillPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Columbia
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4.7

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Galliano Italian Restaurant

2. Cuba de Ayer

3. Cazbar - Columbia

4. Rudy's Mediterranean Grill

5. Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - Laurel

6. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Columbia, MD | Lakeside

7. Cava Mezze - Olney

8. Scratch Kitchen & Bistro

9. Mannequin Pis

10. Famous Dave's - Columbia

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