Best Authentic Restaurants in Highland

Price

€€
€€€
€€€€

Cuisine

AmericanItalianJapaneseBarbecueTapas / Small PlatesComfort Food

Regions

Baltimore SuburbsMaryland - DC Suburbs

Areas

ColumbiaFultonLaurelOlneySavage MillSilver Spring

Top Rated

CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for live musicHealthy

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

10 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Galliano Italian Restaurant restaurant

1. Galliano Italian Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(698)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fulton

Booked 13 times today

Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar serving Italian classic cuisine.

2. Cuba de Ayer

4.7

Exceptional(1408)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Latin / Spanish • Silver Spring

Booked 10 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

4.7

Exceptional(1449)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Columbia

Booked 22 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!

A photo of Rudy's Mediterranean Grill restaurant

4. Rudy's Mediterranean Grill

4.7

Exceptional(478)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Columbia

Booked 4 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.

A photo of Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - Laurel restaurant

5. Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - Laurel

4.1

Excellent(53)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Laurel

Booked 9 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.

A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Columbia, MD | Lakeside restaurant

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

4.7

Exceptional(152)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Columbia

Booked 8 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!

7. Mannequin Pis

4.7

Exceptional(1264)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Belgian • Olney

Booked 11 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.

A photo of Scratch Kitchen & Bistro restaurant

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.

A photo of Famous Dave's - Columbia restaurant

9. 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.

A photo of Famous Dave's - Laurel restaurant

10. Famous Dave's - Laurel

4.5

Awesome(15)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Savage Mill

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent, fresh food Excellent service and the live entertainment was perfect.
More info
Galliano Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fulton
•
4.6
MP
MzParker
Washington, D.C. Area •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always a great experience, food, and service. The closest thing that I’ve had since living in Cuba.
More info
Cuba de AyerPrice: Moderate• Latin / Spanish• Silver Spring
•
4.7
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The service, atmosphere and food were delicious! 10/10!
More info
Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - LaurelPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Laurel
•
4.1
M
MichelleVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Yummy Turkish food. We stuck with starters (Turkish pizza, cheese wrapped in Phyllo dough, tzatziki sauce with pita bread) and enjoyed the pomegranate margaritas. Of course we ended with desserts, you must check out their dessert case. We had the Dubai, chocolate and baklava cheesecake, both were excellent! overall, great food, and service!
More info
Cazbar - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Columbia
•
4.7
T
tina
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Such a lovely lunch experience with friends. The food and service were both outstanding. great value as well. Will definitely be dining there on a regular basis.
More info
Rudy's Mediterranean GrillPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Columbia
•
4.7

Explore OpenTable

Area
Authentic

Highland

Washington
Hyattsville
Wheaton
Brightwood
Keswick
Alexandria
Olney
Bethesda
Tysons Corner / McLean
Brambleton
Penn Quarter
Mount Vernon
Glover Park
Mount Vernon Square
Northeast
Van Ness
Falls Church
Logan Circle
Silver Spring
West End