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Bakeries·Downtown·Highlands, NC

Cake Bar

★4.6Google rating(16 reviews)
Cake Bar
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Known For

Slice-worthy cakes in a vintage-accented, photo-ready setting

Cake Bar lives up to its name with a bright and airy interior and vintage touches that make every slice feel like a small occasion. Locals have staked out this downtown Highlands spot as a reliable mid-afternoon ritual.

🕐Best time to visit: mid-afternoon on a weekday for a quieter visit

2252 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC 28741, USA

Our Take

Pastries that sell out before 10am are the clearest possible endorsement a bakery can have, and the vintage interior makes the early wake-up feel worth it. It's a solid charming find — the limited review count keeps it from ranking higher, but the sell-out reputation speaks volumes.

bakeryHighlands, NC★ 4.6 Google

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Location

Downtown

2252 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC 28741, USA

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