Over the past six years, Rabun County has gained the reputation of having some of the best restaurants in North Georgia making our community a true ‘foodie’ destination. In 2015, The State of Georgia designated Rabun County as the “Farm to Table Capital of Georgia”. Many of our local restaurants source fresh ingredients from local farmers. They are also considerate of various food intolerances and offer gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options.

If a farm to table meal with a fine dining atmosphere sounds enticing, check out Fortify Kitchen and Bar. Nominated as one of the top 100 restaurants in the Nation by OpenTable.com, Fortify Kitchen & Bar uses locally grown produce and local fresh meats to create delicious, creative cuisine and craft cocktails.

For a more laid back vibe, the Universal Joint offers a fun and energetic atmosphere and a great beer selection! Listen to live music or simply take in the sights and sounds of Main Street on their large, dog-friendly outdoor patio. Whether you’re in the mood for one of their infamous 1/2 lbs. burgers, or a brisket dip sandwich, everyone is sure to find something delicious on the menu!

If you’re in the mood for traditional wood-fired pizza made with fresh and local ingredients, take a short walk to Fortify Pi. Whether you choose one their specialty pizzas or create your own, you will love the taste of the wood fire brick oven pizza. In addition to pizza, you can enjoy delicious sandwiches, wings, and fresh salads. You will want to make sure to save room for one of their delectable desserts, including homemade Cannolis.

When looking for a sports bar to catch your favorite game, hop across the street to Clarke’s on Main. Whether shooting pool is your game, or watching your favorite sports team, you’re sure to have a good time! They offer a variety of drinks and food to consume while hanging out with friends and watching the game.

What is a visit to North Georgia without tasty barbecue? Wicked Pig offers an array of delicious sauces to compliment their unique BBQ entrees. When the weather is nice, enjoy dining outdoors with live music on the weekends.

Looking for seafood in the mountains? Rumor Haz-It, located next to Wicked Pig, offers an assortment of seafood dishes. In addition to seafood, Rumor Haz-It also offers a variety of selections to satisfy everyone. You can relax on their covered outdoor patio and enjoy the fresh mountain air, or dine inside and enjoy their fun beach decor.

Stop by The Soda Fountain at Clayton Pharmacy to enjoy old fashioned Coke floats, Orange-Aides, Lime-Aides, and a typical short order menu.

In addition to the wonderful restaurants that already reside on Main Street, we are excited to see what the future holds for the re-opening of The Clayton Cafe under new ownership. This is an iconic cafe and we anticipate a menu with wonderful breakfast options and down home country cooking. They are expected to re-open in late Spring or early Summer!  We’ve also heard rumor of a new gourmet donut shop opening it’s doors this year adding to the many exciting options on Main Street!

If you would like to venture off Main Street, here is a list of other eateries that we patron often in the Downtown Clayton area:

The Rusty Bike

Ishy’s

Sunday Diner

Manriques

Fromage

Oinkers