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
Stallworth
Chicken Salad, Tarragon Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato on Toasted Brioche Bun
Metro Club
Smoked Turkey, Turkey Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayo on Toasted Club Wheat Bread
Big Time Burger
Choose your Toppings, Served on Brioche Bun
Turkey Burger
Choose your Toppings, Served on Brioche Bun
Cubano
Spicy Pork Butt, Honey Ham, Queso Blanco, Mojo Sauce and Pickles on a Pressed French Baguette
Shrimp Po Boy
Fried Shrimps, Tartar Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayo on a Frecnh Roll
Chicken Melt
Grilled Chicken Breast, Bacon, Provolone Cheese, Honey Mustard, Lettuce, and Tomato on Ciabatta
London Broiled
Grilled Thin Sliced Steak with Caramelized Onions, Provolone Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayo on French Roll
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
Salmon Burger
Chopped Fresh Salmon, Minced Bell Peppers and Onions, Lettuce, Tomato and Siracha Mayo on Brioche Bun
Grilled Cheese
BLT
Vegetable Soup
Chicken Noodle
Seafood Soup
Fried Green Tomatoes
Southern Classic with Garlic Cream Sauce
Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Cream Cheese, Parmesan, Cheddar, Swiss Spinach Dip Served with Hot Tortilla Chips
Juanita's Shrimp & Grits
Fried Shrimp and Cheesy Grits, Sweet Apple Cider Sauce
Chicken Empanada
Minced Ground Beef with Cheddar Cheese, Hot Cabbage and Corn and Seasonal Vegetables, Southwest Spiced Chicken
Highlands Wings
Fried Wings with Homemade Sweet Spicy Mango Sauce and Ranch Dressing on Side
House Salad
Mixed Greens with Tomatoes, Onions, Cucumbers, Feta Cheese and House Vinaigrette Dressing
Caesar Salad
Romaine Hearts, Caesar Dressing, Housemade Garlic Crutons, Parmesan Cheese
Beef Empanada
Veggie Empanada
Gumbo
Beet Salad
Starters
Entrees
Highlands Fish Fry
Seasoned Local Catfish, Creamy Coleslaw, Tomato Tartar Sauce, and Hand-Cut Fries
Braised Beef Short Ribs
Short Ribs Braised Onion Demi Sauce, Sweet Potato Square and Southern Green Beans
Lamb Chops
Served with any Two Dinner Sides of your Choice
Cajun Mardi Gras Pasta
Grilled Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Gulf Shrimp, Penne, Spinach and Peppers in a Spicy Smoked Tomato Cream Sauce
Salmon
Served with Jasmine Rice, Garlic Spinach and a Lemon Butter Caper Sauce
Blackened Tilapia
Served with Jasmine Rice, Garlic Spinach and a Lemon Butter Caper Sauce
Shrimp Linguine
Gulf Shrimps Tossed in Linguine with Spinach, Parmesan Cheese and a Pesto Garlic Cream Sauce
Curry Shrimp
Served with Red Beans and Jasmine Rice, Collard Greens and Garnished with Fried Sweet Plantains
Curry Chicken
Served with Red Beans and Jasmine Rice, Collard Greens and Garnished with Fried Sweet Plantains
Oxtails
Served with Red Beans and Jasmine Rice, Collard Greens and Garnished with Fried Sweet Plantains
Ginger Noodles With Chicken
Asian Noodle Toss with Stir Fry Vegetables in a Sweet Chile Soy Sauce
Santa Ana
Three Chicken Enchiladas in a Red Rancheros Cheese Sauce, Refried Beans and Jasmine Rice
Fried Whole Branzino Fish
Whole Bronzini Fish Fried and Served with Red Beans and Jasmine Rice, Collards Greens and Garnished with Fried Sweet Plantains
Grilled Pork Chop
Served with Whipped Mash Potatoes and a Corn Chile Demi Sauce
Chicken Breast Metropolitan
Vodka Mushroom Cream Sauced Served Over Fried Chicken with Mash Potatoes and Steamed Broccoli
12oz New York Steak
Served Whipped Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, and a Roasted Garlic Butter
Chicken Basket
Fried Chicken Tenders and Fries
Shrimp Basket
Fried Shrimps and French Fries
Salmon Linguine
Chicken Linguine
Ginger Noodles With Beef
Ginger Noodles With Shrimp
Short Ribs Only
Ginger Noodles Chicken
Thanksgiving Special
Linguine no meat
French Fries
Mashed Potatoes
Garlic Spinach
Collard Greens
Steamed Broccoli
Creole Creamed Cabbage
Sweet Potato Square
Red Beans
Jasmine Rice
Green Beans
Plantains
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
4 Shrimp
4 Fried or Grilled Shrimps
Salmon Only
Tilapia Only
Chicken Only
Fried or Grilled Chicken Breast
Catfish Only
Small Caesar Salad
Small House Salad
Garlic Bread
1 Shrimp
1 Shrimp Only
Lamb meat only
Whole Fish Only
Steak Only
Pork Chop Only
Short Rib Only
Spanish Rice
Small Beet Salad
Sides
Desserts and Pastries
Bread Pudding
Chocolate Cake
Cheesecake
Pumpkin Spice Cake
Granny Smith Apple Coffee Cake
Honey Mustard
Lemon Butter Caper Sauce
Mushroom Cream Sauce
Curry Sauce
Lamb Sauce
Garlic Cream Sauce
Caesar Dressing
House Dressing
Syrup
Ranch
Sirracha Mayo
Vegan Sauce
Extra Sauces
Bag
Bag
Big Waffle Breakfast
Belgian Waffle, Two Eggs any Style and a choice of Breakfast Meat
Penn- Branch Breakfast
Two Eggs any Style, Home Fries or Grits,Choice of Breakfast Meat and Toast
Salmon Cake Breakfast
Salmon Cake, Eggs any Style with Grits and Toast
Highlands Omelette
Three Egg Omelet Filled with Ham, Spinach, and Cheddar Cheese, Served with Homefries and Toast
Brioche French Toast
Brioche French Toast with Two Eggs any Style and a choice of Breakfast Meat
Chicken and Waffle
Belgian Waffle with Tender Fried Chicken Breast and Scrambled Cheesy Eggs
Juanita's Breakfast
Two Eggs any Style, Refried Beans, Chorizo, Queso Fresco, Avocado and Corn Tortillas
Morning Glory Omelette
Egg-White Omelet Filled with Spinach, Mushrooms, Tomatoes and Feta Cheese, Served with Home Fries and Toast
Open Face Fried Shrimp Omelet
Open Omelet with Bell Peppers and Onions, Cheddar Cheese and Topped with Fried Shrimps, Served with Homefries and Toast