Stubborn Seeds at Mill Creek

Name: Stubborn Seeds at Mill Creek
Address: 445 N 4th St, Highlands, NC, United States, 28741
Telephone: (864) 635-1932
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

156 Reviews

$30 and under

Spanish

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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!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 7, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 15 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, South American, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(864) 635-1932
Website
http://www.stubbornseeds.com/
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
445 N 4th St, Highlands, NC 28741
Neighbourhood
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 156 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Asheville / Western North Carolina
Innovative
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Hot spot
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Great for outdoor dining
Asheville / Western North Carolina
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156 Reviews

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JarrodN
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, service and ambiance. Highly recommend for any occasion!
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JackH
Western NC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was terrific and our dinners were also terrific. Three of us had something different and we all really enjoyed our dinner. This was our second visit and we will be back.
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JeffT
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Excellent food and service every time, even on a holiday weekend
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HighlandsMike
Western NC
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great meal at Stubborn Seeds! We’ve tried just about every tapa and entree item and everything is excellent! We particularly like the Lotus Buns, Calamari, and the Truffle Ravioli’s. The waitstaff is always exceptional! This visit, we were taken care of by Carter. Thanks for the hospitality! Buena Comida!!
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AndrewC
Western NC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another superb evening at SS. Our server Nate was attentive but not intrusive and knew the menu cold. Bravo! Each small plate was extraordinary, with our only regret being how quickly they were delivered to the table, nearly all at the same time so we barely had time to start one before the next and next arrived, quickly filling our table (we ordered a lot!). But, all amazingly prepared so we’ll be back again soon, and often in the future.
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Lorenzo
Orlando
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed tapas and dinner. Food and service by Zach were excellent
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EarlM
New Orleans
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Spanish flavored restaurant with interesting takes on many different dishes.
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Jack
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone on the staff was super nice and totally competent... such a great experience. And the food was also tasty!!
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Abbey
Western NC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first time having dinner. Food and service were excellent. Portion sizes were very nice. Paella was very flavorful. Chocolate layer cake was amazing. Will definitely be back. Michael and Nate are excellent servers
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Roland
Jacksonville
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and selections. Wine list offers varieties of regions worldwide.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Food was amazing and service was great. Food actually came out rather quickly, but we didn’t feel like they were rushing us. If you go, you must try the caramel cookie cheesecake! AMAZING!
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food was great. The service was really good, but I would say you see more waiters just hanging out in groups than you do see them working tables. This could be to no having a full restaurant. The ambience was nice, but the background music I would say didn’t fit the decor and feel of the restaurant. Everything we ate tasted fresh and well prepared. The scallops were our favorite of the night.
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Gary
Alabama
76 reviews
vip
5.0
76 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience3
A relaxing evening on a rainy fall Friday evening. The miso glazed salmon with forbidden rice was excellent. Also started with the beet salad which is always great.
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LauraB
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place. Super addition to the food scene in Highlands! Great food and drinks, service, and wonderful owners.
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BrandyG
Charlotte
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I cannot say enough good things about stubborn seed. The ambiance was nice, service was attentive and the food and drink was delicious. Highly recommend you check this place out if you’re in Highlands!
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LisaB
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, quick delivery of food, interesting dishes
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience2
It was fine but not sure I’ll go back. The service was friendly but not helpful at all when it came to menu items and only recommended the most expensive item on the menu. We had a terrible table right by the kitchen so it was really loud and the lighting was so bad we could barely read the poorly printed menu. I think they were also having some kind of plumbing issue that evening because it also smelled terrible where we were seated. We ended up only getting a few tapas and left to go eat somewhere else. Maybe we just had the wrong table on the wrong day.
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Brian9672
Atlanta Metro
176 reviews
vip
4.0
176 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great experience. Food is fabulous. Service is just a bit slow, but very friendly.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful experience at Stubborn Seeds! The food was absolutely delicious and the wait staff was extremely knowledgeable and nice. Would highly recommend!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely amazing and so was the service!!! Already looking forward to going back next time.
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lotsoffood
Western NC
91 reviews
vip
4.0
91 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
We decided to try this new iteration of Mill Creek restaurant. Very pleasantly surprised. Food was delicious and flavorful.
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Aurelie
Tampa
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Now we don't have to travel to Asheville to get delicious tapas! Our meal at Stubborn Seeds was perfect in every way and we appreciated the nice array of vegetarian options. We loved the cool vibe and music too. Can't wait to return!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Overall the food is good but do not recommend ordering the bread it was not warm and was stale, I have a bit of an issue with that . I felt like it was gouging when all the restaurants I have been in bring fresh warm bread,To me it was over the top and a definite turn off
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CWooten
Western NC
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great dining experience with friends. My go too restaurant when entertaining family & friends.
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MJ
MJL828
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Every dish was unique and superb! Great date night place
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CarterB
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great food and great service from our waiter. Unfortunately, the waiter at the table next to ours was downright rude. Very unfortunate given we had a great meal and great service from our waiter.
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TomU
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was a little disappointed that the menu did not match that shown on their web site as there were several dishes I specifically wanted to try. But that said, food and service were outstanding and a nice change from the typical Highlands restaurant. We will be back.
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Cady
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and dessert. The curry chicken, Spanish shrimp and short ribs were excellent. The calamari was delicious as well. We highly recommend this place. Sit outside for quieter meal with nice big heaters.
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CharlestonDiner
Charleston
46 reviews
vip
4.0
46 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great food, service. Excellent addition to Highlands food scene.
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RudolphJ
Charleston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food was excellent and well presented. It is a bit noisy but unfortunately it seem most restaurants are.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
61 reviews
vip
4.0
61 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
It never disappoints. There are a wide variety of tapas to match any preference.
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Alpharettagirl
Atlanta Metro
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Interesting menu and delicious food! Good tapas style to try different items but save room for a main. We will be back
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LucyC
Tampa
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
I had the brussel sprouts and they were very good . I also had the Spanish shrimp which were slightly tough and very average in taste . Just nothing special about the “ four” shrimp! I had a margarita and it was good but again nothing special. For the price I thought this was a very average meal and not worth the price .
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TheFrequentDiner
Naples
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great restaurant addition for Highlands. Both the service and the small and large plates are excellent. We have been three times in the last 30 days and we shall return!
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LisaM
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely anniversary dinner. The food was delicious and everyone attended to us with kindness and care. We will definitely continue to dine at Stubborn Seeds!
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AndreaP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience! This was our first visit. The place has a nice ambience with a huge bar in the middle. The outdoor area is very nice too overlooking a creek. Our server was amazing - very prompt, personable, and informative. The food was also incredible. They have the best beet salad I have ever had!! We also had the truffle fries, meatballs, short rib, and sea bass. All amazing !! We will definitely be back when we visit the Highlands again.
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Kcp1963
Denver
150 reviews
vip
5.0
150 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So excited that the owners of midpoint have relocated. I hope they incorporate some of of our favorites from midpoint into this new restaurant . Sat in bar area - the bartenders do a great job of multitasking!! Have always loved the atmosphere at The Bridge but not the staff. The new staff were so friendly and welcoming!! The buzz around town so far is great so I think they will do well. Only complaint of food was the calamari wasn’t good. The breading was off. Everything else was fabulous. Loved the salmon cakes.
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BongA
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We enjoyed the food and service was great, too! Use pan de casa instead of focaccia. Can you add bacalao and boquerones to your menu?
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall1food4service1ambience2
Service was horrible Waited an hour for the entree. Could not get the attention of the server although she passed our table constantly. Food was good but overall was a horrendous dining experience
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FoodieGirl
Jacksonville
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything we ordered (12 dishes in all for 4 people) was fantastic. Service was great. The wine list could use some improvement.
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FAQs

Stubborn Seeds at Mill Creek is rated 4.7 stars by 156 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 7, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 15 times today

Google Map for Stubborn Seeds at Mill Creek

445 N 4th St, Highlands, NC 28741

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Highlands / Sapphire
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
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

Website
http://www.stubbornseeds.com/
Phone number
(864) 635-1932

Stubborn Seeds at Mill Creek

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

What 156 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

How is Stubborn Seeds at Mill Creek restaurant rated?

Is Stubborn Seeds at Mill Creek currently accepting reservations?

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