There have been whispers, murmurs, and even misinformation about the soon to open Highlander Public House, so we went straight to the owner, Chef Erik Scott, to find out what’s really going on. Upon first entry to the “still under construction” pub and restaurant, my impression was that I entered the sit-com Cheers and expected everyone to know my name. The rich and ornate wooden bar area that will host an intimate seating area was
already calling me to sit down and enjoy a bit of whiskey, but that will have to wait until my next visit.
I am welcomed by Erik and his family, along with the General Manager Kent Hoover, and they certainly re-enforced that “Cheers” feeling. They are a friendly bunch and are eager to share the fruits of their labor with the community. The Highlander will be celebrating its grand opening on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th, with live music and a full menu. In fact, they will have food available until 2am every day of the week. The menu will include items from fish & chips and Shepard’s pie to chicken and steak entrees. Chef Erik explained, “We’re not your traditional pub, but more like a Texas pub. I’m a chef and to me food comes first. I do simple dishes and I do them well”. It gets better. They will have full Sunday brunch, complete with Mimosas and Bloody Marys. They will also have full service on their patio, which will be pet friendly. Be sure and find them on Facebook to keep up with everything they have going on! Then prepare to pay them a visit at 726 Scott in downtown Wichita Falls!
