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The Stubborn Bull at Mill Creek, Highlands, NC

The Stubborn Bull at Mill Creek

4.6
4.6
483 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish
445 N 4th St, Highlands, NC 28741

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
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Inspired by Mediterranean Spanish and South American influences, we are cooking up rustic tapas, or small savory dishes, in a modern environment.

Here at Stubborn Seeds, our menu is created in the spirit of gathering and sharing. We encourage everyone to try a variety of our small plates. Tapas come to the table as they are prepared, so relax and enjoy a social dining experience. Engage with all your senses and enjoy every bite!

Additional information

  • Area
    Highlands / Sapphire
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access

What 483 people are saying

The Stubborn Bull at Mill Creek reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Good for groups

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Hot spot

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Great for fine wines

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Stubborn Bull at Mill Creek offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "wonderful selection" on the menu, delicious tapas, and accommodating staff. The ambiance is praised, making it a "must-visit" spot for food enthusiasts. Despite occasional minor hiccups, it's a "great addition" to Highlands.
483 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Western NC1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 18 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Prices were very high. Our expectations were too high. The food was good. Service was good.

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  2. Cathie

    Southwest Florida43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent meal. Everything was perfect. Menu has a wonderful selection and our server was very attentive. A must if you’re visiting Highlands.

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  3. Michael

    Charleston3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    They are no longer open. Drive all the way there and the place is shut down

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  4. mehungry VIP

    Atlanta13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good. Portion sizes a little smaller than I would like. Server was nice. One thing really annoyed me: we reserved in advance, and we received at least 5 reminders the day before and day of our reservation. And to even get the reservation we had to agree to a hold on our credit card in case we didn’t show.

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  5. STEVEN

    Atlanta32 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food, but took over an hour from the time we ordered to get a couple of simpler entrees. And the place only got busy after we ordered.

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  6. Catherine VIP

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an outstanding experience at the Stubborn Bull. The food exceeded our expectations & is authentic & very flavorful. This is a great spot & a good addition to the food scene in Highlands.

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  7. Candace

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Delicious cocktails. Bartender super accommodating to requests. Waitress was super sweet and helped so much with gluten free suggestions. Definitely the new foodie choice in Highlands!! We will be back!!

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  8. Rachael VIP

    New Orleans4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a really wonderful experience here on a very busy night. The entire staff was incredibly accommodating to us and the food was great. Can’t wait to visit again!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal and service was awesome . Will go back again

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  10. Patce

    Atlanta8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our second NYE celebration at the Stubborn Bull. The food was fabulous and the atmosphere was fantastic. Highly recommend

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The Stubborn Bull at Mill Creek is rated 4.6 stars by 483 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Asheville / Western North Carolina
  4. Highlands
  5. Highlands / Sapphire

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
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445 N 4th St, Highlands, NC 28741

Additional information

  • Area
    Highlands / Sapphire
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, South American, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access
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