Highlander BBQ

Tickling the palate...

Highlander BBQ surely will bring a huge smile

* Story by Ivan Sanders & Photos Contributed

Passing through Roan Mountain on Highway 19-E there is one stretch of highway where an aroma that is very distinct hits one’s nasal cavities especially if barbecue happens to be a food favorite.

When that smell hits, the best thing to do is to turn the vehicle immediately into the parking lot of Highlander BBQ which is the source responsible for that tantalizing flavor that has ebbed its way into the cabin of your vehicle.

Walking toward the log cabin exterior of the business one begins to wonder what they will find when they enter the building but upon entry, it is soon apparent that it’s almost like walking into the home of a close family member as a guest is soon welcomed with a warm smile and hello at the order counter by one of the hosts who is ready to bring delight to a palate.

This is where the difficulty also begins as the selections offered to visitors make it tough on those ordering as they have an option for either the house specialty of pulled pork or chicken which are smoked to perfection in the back of the restaurant and then pulled right in the kitchen.

Another customer favorite is the Highlander Fries which are hand-cut from the boxes of potatoes that are stacked on the opposite side of the aisle leading to the order counter.

These awesome fries are wonderful with a traditional smothering of ketchup or dipped in one of the tangy or sweet homemade barbeque sauces

One will surely leave stuffed after enjoying a Highlander BBQ pulled pork dinner consisting of pulled pork, barbecue beans, coleslaw, and rolls topped with one of Highland BBQ’s homemade sauces. The Highlander gang looks forward to serving both their regulars as well as new first-time visitors to Highlander BBQ in Roan Mountain.

found on each table. If that doesn’t make your mouth water, then try those piping hot fries topped with shredded cheddar jack cheese and either the pulled pork or chicken bathed in barbecue sauce or everyone’s favorite dipping treat ranch dressing. And if one hasn’t already made plans after reading about these great house favorites, then pick a Friday evening on the calendar and make a visit to try Pigwings which are only available on that night. What is a Pigwing...so glad you asked! A Pigwing is a delicious, tender smoked, pork shank and ribs that are guaranteed to make one’s mouth salivate. Another personal favorite is the corn nuggets along with the barbecue beans and slaw made in-house.

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So not a personal fan of barbecue but the family is — no problem, as traditional sandwiches and other items such as salads are also offered as well as a kids menu for those children who love just the basics.

After filling the empty hollow of one’s stomach with the barbecue, make sure to leave some room for a homemade piece of cake or pie and possibly catch a freshly made cobbler to satisfy that sweet tooth.

Don’t forget to chase that meal down with an awesome cup of the best Southern sweet tea you will find. It’s tea the way it should be made but if that is not your cup of tea, pun intended, then select from a selection of soft drinks, coffee, or water.

When it is said that Highlander barbecue is family-owned — it truly is family-owned as the founding family, the Turbyfields, along with another family member, the Fields, have come together to work in concert to run the business which allows for each member to have adequate family time within

One of Highlander BBQ’s specialties is their smoked barbecue baby back ribs available on Friday nights only. They are lip-smacking delicious. Visitors need to mark Fridays on their calendar when coming to Highlander BBQ. Why you ask? Because it’s Pigwings day and time to get filled up with a delicious, tender-smoked, pork shank and ribs along with slaw, barbecue beans, and rolls.

One can never go wrong with a pulled pork sandwich topped with freshly made coleslaw and either of the homemade Highlander barbecue sauces.

their own homes.

It is always exciting for the Highlander gang to see new faces enter the doors, especially those who are traveling to or passing through the Roan Mountain community as the hostess has an opportunity to guide new members to the “family” through the Highlander menu explaining all the unique choices.

And while new customers are always welcome, the restaurant has become accustomed to taking care of their local customers and lunch crews that visit nearly every day along with students from the local schools.

If planning a large event and need catering, you will always be treated like family as a catering menu will be designed to take care of your attendees with pricing being according to the choices made, needs for the event, and the location.

The restaurant is opened Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

If there is one thing that the Highlander gang wants their guest to remember it is simply this — when you are at Highlander Barbecue, you are among friends and family as everyone is treated as if they were the Highlander’s “favorite repeat customer.”

Highlander BBQ is open Wednesday through Friday from 11 am to 8 pm and on Saturday from 11 am to 7 pm.

Be sure to leave plenty of room for a yummy piece of pecan pie when dining at Highlander BBQ.

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Highlander BBQ smokes all of its pork and chicken behind the restaurant.

If you time it just right, you might be able to indulge in a fresh homemade fruit cobbler for dessert after trying the pulled pork or chicken and hand-cut fries.