Ristorante Paoletti
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
Our verdict
Wine Spectator 2026 Best of Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Italian. Wine strengths: Piedmont, Italy, France, Burgundy, Bordeaux, California.
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- Address
- 440 Main St, Highlands, NC 28741
- Phone
- (828) 526-4906
- Hours
- Daily 5–9:30 PM
- Website
- paolettis.com
- Directions
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on Resy
The menu
What to order
- Tiramisu
- Cannelloni all’Emiliana
- Elk rib chop
- Veal chop marsala
- Housemade pasta
Wine Spectator 2026 Best of Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Italian. Wine strengths: Piedmont, Italy, France, Burgundy, Bordeaux, California.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
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Details
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Classic
- Intimate
- Date Night
- Business Dinner
- Group Dining
- Special Occasion
- Standalone
- Historic Building
- Extensive Wine List
- Sommelier Led
- Local Sourcing
- Street Scene
- A La Carte
- Wine
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Options
- Gluten Free Options
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Friday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 5–9:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Elegant old-world, sophisticated, and intimate, with a fine-dining atmosphere and a refined European-style setting.