The Highlands Menu (Update 2025)

At The Highlands, situated at 4706 14th St NW in Washington, DC, breakfast and brunch reach new heights. This American eatery offers a diverse menu that boasts delicious starters like the refreshing Beet Salad and hearty Chicken Noodle soup, perfect for awakening the palate. When it comes to main courses, options are equally enticing: indulge in the Highlands Fish Fry featuring seasoned catfish, or savor the rich flavors of Oxtails paired with red beans and collard greens. Vegetarian delights, like the Santa Ana Enchiladas, are also available.

Highlighted by rave reviews, dishes such as Chicken and Waffles and Shrimp and Grits stand out for their taste and presentation. The vibrant atmosphere, complemented by attentive service, enhances the overall dining experience. With an all-day breakfast offering, The Highlands ensures that every patron leaves satisfied and eager to return.

Lunch Sandwiches

Tuna Salad

Tuna Salad, Lettuce, Tomato on Toasted Club Wheat Bread

$10.00

Stallworth

Chicken Salad, Tarragon Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato on Toasted Brioche Bun

$10.00

Metro Club

Smoked Turkey, Turkey Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayo on Toasted Club Wheat Bread

$14.00

Big Time Burger

Choose your Toppings, Served on Brioche Bun

$13.00

Turkey Burger

Choose your Toppings, Served on Brioche Bun

$12.00

Cubano

Spicy Pork Butt, Honey Ham, Queso Blanco, Mojo Sauce and Pickles on a Pressed French Baguette

$12.00

Shrimp Po Boy

Fried Shrimps, Tartar Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayo on a Frecnh Roll

$15.00

Chicken Melt

Grilled Chicken Breast, Bacon, Provolone Cheese, Honey Mustard, Lettuce, and Tomato on Ciabatta

$12.00

London Broiled

Grilled Thin Sliced Steak with Caramelized Onions, Provolone Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayo on French Roll

$15.00

Vegan Gyro

Vegan Grain and Veggie Loaf, Cucumber Lemon Vegenaise, Grilled Carrots, Mushrooms and Onions, Fresh Spinach, Cucumbers and Tomatoes in a Fluffy Pita Wrap

$12.00

Salmon Burger

Chopped Fresh Salmon, Minced Bell Peppers and Onions, Lettuce, Tomato and Siracha Mayo on Brioche Bun

$15.00

Grilled Cheese

$9.00

BLT

$7.00

Vegetable Soup

$8.00

Chicken Noodle

$8.00

Seafood Soup

$11.00

Fried Green Tomatoes

Southern Classic with Garlic Cream Sauce

$9.00

Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip

Cream Cheese, Parmesan, Cheddar, Swiss Spinach Dip Served with Hot Tortilla Chips

$10.00

Juanita's Shrimp & Grits

Fried Shrimp and Cheesy Grits, Sweet Apple Cider Sauce

$17.00

Chicken Empanada

Minced Ground Beef with Cheddar Cheese, Hot Cabbage and Corn and Seasonal Vegetables, Southwest Spiced Chicken

$4.00

Highlands Wings

Fried Wings with Homemade Sweet Spicy Mango Sauce and Ranch Dressing on Side

$14.00

House Salad

Mixed Greens with Tomatoes, Onions, Cucumbers, Feta Cheese and House Vinaigrette Dressing

$8.00

Caesar Salad

Romaine Hearts, Caesar Dressing, Housemade Garlic Crutons, Parmesan Cheese

$8.00

Beef Empanada

$4.00

Veggie Empanada

$4.00

Gumbo

$13.00

Beet Salad

$10.00

Starters

Entrees

Highlands Fish Fry

Seasoned Local Catfish, Creamy Coleslaw, Tomato Tartar Sauce, and Hand-Cut Fries

$16.00

Braised Beef Short Ribs

Short Ribs Braised Onion Demi Sauce, Sweet Potato Square and Southern Green Beans

$26.00

Lamb Chops

Served with any Two Dinner Sides of your Choice

$26.00

Cajun Mardi Gras Pasta

Grilled Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Gulf Shrimp, Penne, Spinach and Peppers in a Spicy Smoked Tomato Cream Sauce

$20.00

Salmon

Served with Jasmine Rice, Garlic Spinach and a Lemon Butter Caper Sauce

$20.00

Blackened Tilapia

Served with Jasmine Rice, Garlic Spinach and a Lemon Butter Caper Sauce

$18.00

Shrimp Linguine

Gulf Shrimps Tossed in Linguine with Spinach, Parmesan Cheese and a Pesto Garlic Cream Sauce

$18.00

Curry Shrimp

Served with Red Beans and Jasmine Rice, Collard Greens and Garnished with Fried Sweet Plantains

$19.00

Curry Chicken

Served with Red Beans and Jasmine Rice, Collard Greens and Garnished with Fried Sweet Plantains

$17.00

Oxtails

Served with Red Beans and Jasmine Rice, Collard Greens and Garnished with Fried Sweet Plantains

$25.00

Ginger Noodles With Chicken

Asian Noodle Toss with Stir Fry Vegetables in a Sweet Chile Soy Sauce

$17.00

Santa Ana

Three Chicken Enchiladas in a Red Rancheros Cheese Sauce, Refried Beans and Jasmine Rice

$16.00

Fried Whole Branzino Fish

Whole Bronzini Fish Fried and Served with Red Beans and Jasmine Rice, Collards Greens and Garnished with Fried Sweet Plantains

$26.00

Grilled Pork Chop

Served with Whipped Mash Potatoes and a Corn Chile Demi Sauce

$23.00

Chicken Breast Metropolitan

Vodka Mushroom Cream Sauced Served Over Fried Chicken with Mash Potatoes and Steamed Broccoli

$20.00

12oz New York Steak

Served Whipped Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, and a Roasted Garlic Butter

$26.00

Chicken Basket

Fried Chicken Tenders and Fries

$12.00

Shrimp Basket

Fried Shrimps and French Fries

$14.00

Salmon Linguine

$20.00

Chicken Linguine

$16.00

Ginger Noodles With Beef

$18.00

Ginger Noodles With Shrimp

$20.00

Short Ribs Only

$15.00

Ginger Noodles Chicken

$17.00

Thanksgiving Special

$24.00

Linguine no meat

$12.00

French Fries

$5.00

Mashed Potatoes

$5.00

Garlic Spinach

$6.00

Collard Greens

$6.00

Steamed Broccoli

$6.00

Creole Creamed Cabbage

$6.00

Sweet Potato Square

$6.00

Red Beans

$5.00

Jasmine Rice

$5.00

Green Beans

$6.00

Plantains

$5.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

$6.00

4 Shrimp

4 Fried or Grilled Shrimps

$8.00

Salmon Only

$12.00

Tilapia Only

$10.00

Chicken Only

Fried or Grilled Chicken Breast

$7.00

Catfish Only

$9.00

Small Caesar Salad

$5.00

Small House Salad

$5.00

Garlic Bread

$3.00

1 Shrimp

1 Shrimp Only

$2.25

Lamb meat only

$18.00

Whole Fish Only

$16.00

Steak Only

$18.00

Pork Chop Only

$16.00

Short Rib Only

$16.00

Spanish Rice

$4.00

Small Beet Salad

$6.00

Sides

Desserts and Pastries

Bread Pudding

$7.00

Chocolate Cake

$7.00

Cheesecake

$7.00

Pumpkin Spice Cake

$3.50

Granny Smith Apple Coffee Cake

$3.50

Honey Mustard

$0.75

Lemon Butter Caper Sauce

$0.75

Mushroom Cream Sauce

$0.75

Curry Sauce

$0.75

Lamb Sauce

$0.75

Garlic Cream Sauce

$0.75

Caesar Dressing

$0.50

House Dressing

$0.50

Syrup

$0.50

Ranch

$0.75

Sirracha Mayo

$0.75

Vegan Sauce

$0.50

Extra Sauces

Bag

Bag

$0.05

Big Waffle Breakfast

Belgian Waffle, Two Eggs any Style and a choice of Breakfast Meat

$14.00

Penn- Branch Breakfast

Two Eggs any Style, Home Fries or Grits,Choice of Breakfast Meat and Toast

$13.00

Salmon Cake Breakfast

Salmon Cake, Eggs any Style with Grits and Toast

$17.00

Highlands Omelette

Three Egg Omelet Filled with Ham, Spinach, and Cheddar Cheese, Served with Homefries and Toast

$15.00

Brioche French Toast

Brioche French Toast with Two Eggs any Style and a choice of Breakfast Meat

$16.00

Chicken and Waffle

Belgian Waffle with Tender Fried Chicken Breast and Scrambled Cheesy Eggs

$17.00

Juanita's Breakfast

Two Eggs any Style, Refried Beans, Chorizo, Queso Fresco, Avocado and Corn Tortillas

$16.00

Morning Glory Omelette

Egg-White Omelet Filled with Spinach, Mushrooms, Tomatoes and Feta Cheese, Served with Home Fries and Toast

$15.00

Open Face Fried Shrimp Omelet

Open Omelet with Bell Peppers and Onions, Cheddar Cheese and Topped with Fried Shrimps, Served with Homefries and Toast

$16.00

Breakfast Sandwich on Toast

$7.00

Breakfast Sandwich on Bagel

$8.00

Breakfast Sandwich on Croissant

$10.00

Chicken and French Toast

$17.00

Juanitas Shrimp and Grits

$17.00

Breakfast

Breakfast a la Carte

Belgian Waffle

$7.00

Oatmeal

$6.00

Salmon Cake

$9.00

Breakfast Home Fries

$5.00

Grits

$5.00

Cheese Grits

$6.00

Bacon

$6.00

Turkey Bacon

$6.00

Pork Sausage

$6.00

Turkey Sausage

$6.00

Eggs Any Style with Toast

$7.00

Chorizo

$5.00

Ham

$5.00

Smoked Salmon

$6.00

Avocado

$2.50

Bagel with Cream Cheese

$3.00

Tortillas

$2.50

Toast

$1.50

Large Homefries

$6.00

Beef Bacon

$5.00

Refried Beans

$3.00