Another absolute must-visit when you're in Ellijay…read more Let me start with the food -- because wow. By far some of the freshest and most flavorful apple pies I've ever had. Not "good for a farm market"... just flat-out amazing. The kind of pie you immediately start thinking about on the drive home. Their produce selection is equally impressive. We're talking everything from purple carrots to vegetables I didn't even know I needed in my life until I saw them. On top of that: homemade candies, jars of jam with flavor combinations I never would have imagined, and yes -- chow chow. If you've never had chow chow, do yourself a favor and try it. Game changer. But what truly makes this place special is the people. The ladies at the register were older, sweet, hilarious, and full of personality. One of them even flirted with me -- I had to tell her, "You can't handle this ride, grandma!" The entire exchange had me laughing the rest of the visit. In the back, a group of women were playing mahjong, just enjoying life, laughing, and clearly at home in the space. That energy carried throughout the whole market. It's the kind of place that feels lived in, loved, and genuinely warm. Even the guy outside in the parking lot collecting carts, casually smoking a cigarette, was one of the chillest people I've met. Everyone there just seemed... happy. Comfortable. Real. This place put a real smile on my face. Not because it's flashy or fancy -- but because it's authentic. Good food, good people, good energy. I already can't wait to go back. If you're in Ellijay and you don't stop here, you're doing the trip wrong.

Great location outside of Elijay for apples and treats. I like their dried fruit and gourd options…read moreduring the fall. Fried pies are better at the store across the road. The dough here is too heavy for me. Cider price is lower here but not very tasty.

This is a great place to stop in for some wonderful fried pies and other tasty treats…read more Very clean and nice building with easy access to Highway 64. Friendly staff.

We visited their store on our recent road trip. The apple pie was amazing and the store help was…read morevery helpful!

The Mothers Day market tradition is everything !!…read more Coffee, kombucha, fresh flowers, beef jerky, twirly dresses, candles galore Art, music, lemonade in the shade And ever so much more!

The Chattanooga Market is a great place to meet vendors from the area and sample their foods…read more The vendors were more diverse this time compared to other times I've been there in the past. So it was a good look. Also there were more offerings from different vendors, rather than the same thing over and over.

Took our Granddaughter to pick lavender. We took some candid pictures of our 14 year old…read moreGranddaughter that hates all pictures of herself. I took one she absolutely loved and said it was the best picture of her ever. We had it framed and sent it to her one snowy Christmas. It now is the only picture hanging in her bedroom. You can't help but take great pictures here. We bought several other good smelling products there and we will definitely return. They also gave us several suggestions for restaurants nearby and picked macleamor hotel restaurant which is part of a country club resort. No problem they told us to tell them at the gate you are just going to the restaurant for lunch. What an awesome way to spend a day and the drive up is amazing.

This amazing family farm is a slice of heaven! The view and the fragrant lavender are amazing and…read morethe people are so kind and knowledgeable it's difficult to describe. It's something to experience especially when the lavender is in bloom like it is right now!! Make sure to try the ice cream it is divine!

We had a great time picking flowers The strawberries were really picked over and we didn't get…read moremany. We didn't realize it was cash or check only so I had to run down the road and get cash. So just in case you don't see that on their page you have to have cash Farm is small but pretty no animals or anything like that there. Strawberry ice cream was terrific

Friendly and welcoming staff…read more Delicious strawberry donuts and ice cream. Clean and inviting. It was a few extra miles to LCCL, but it was worth it.

I've worked with this farm in conjunction with a local…read moreCooperative farm group called the common ground. I have always been impressed with their harvests and consistent quality of mushrooms. It was great to actually visit this cute small farm... when the season is in full swing I highly recommend visiting this place. Additionally they have this little house as a store selling other local products.

A few things get me more excited than feeling like a fairy princess and this is exactly how I felt…read morewhen visiting Ellijay mushrooms. From the gift shop to the outside the whole experience was pure magic. I felt like I was in a Disney movie in the flower gardens and seeing how the mushrooms grow was so neat! I absolutely love all of the treasures, fresh mushrooms, and local meats they have! Staff was Knowledgeable, friendly, and Howard answered all of my questions! I can't wait to go back!

Food was delicious! Everyone was so nice! It was clean! I highly recommend! We will definitely be…read moreback!

this is one of my favorite places to go because of it's one stop shop. You're not only get apples,…read morebut you can get a whole cooked meal as well as low cost fresh produce like cabbage potatoes, sweet potatoes, and various items. They are infamously known for their Apple dumpling so with their homemade ice cream and also all of their baked goods. Definitely stop by and catch some deals on all of their goods. I love supporting local family own businesses.

We made a trip to one of my favorite stops when visiting my family's cabin in Ellijay…read more The place is huge with a vast selection of fresh fruits, bakery items, wines for tasting, and plenty of cute souvenirs to browse. The wine slushies was honestly one of the highlights for us. It was so good, we each had 2 before we left lol ! They have u pick seasons with a variety fruit so make sure you check out their website ! Beautiful place, friendly atmosphere, and definitely worth visiting if you're in Blue Ridge

Mercier Orchards was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Blue Ridge and is absolutely worth…read morevisiting. The U-pick apple experience was a blast, and the orchard is beautiful, well organized, and family-friendly. We spent hours here between picking apples, browsing the market, and sampling drinks. There is an incredible selection of local products, baked goods, jams, cider, wine, fresh produce, gifts, and souvenirs. Everything looked fresh and high quality, although many of the items are definitely on the pricey side. We also tried both the hard cider and wine flights, which were reasonably priced and a fun way to sample several of their offerings before deciding what to take home. Most of the staff we encountered were friendly and welcoming, and despite the crowds, the overall operation ran smoothly. Unfortunately, what should have been a five-star experience was overshadowed by one concerning incident. After returning from the U-pick orchard on the tractor, we noticed a family parked a couple of spaces away from us. The adults removed a younger child from the vehicle, and it appeared there may have been another child, approximately four years old, still inside the parked vehicle. We fully recognize the seriousness of making that assumption and cannot say with certainty what the circumstances were. However, with temperatures well above 90 degrees, we felt it was far better to report what we observed than ignore a situation that could potentially put a child at risk. What disappointed us most was the response. We informed staff of our concern, yet there seemed to be little to no sense of urgency. Even if it ultimately turned out to be a misunderstanding, I would have expected someone to immediately check on the situation or at least acknowledge the concern and verify that the child was safe. When it comes to a potential child safety issue, I'd much rather see staff respond quickly to a false alarm than risk overlooking a genuine emergency. Despite that experience, Mercier Orchards is still a wonderful destination. The U-pick experience, shopping, cider and wine tastings, and overall atmosphere make it a place I'd recommend to anyone visiting the Blue Ridge area. My hope is simply that management reinforces the importance of treating potential safety concerns with the urgency they deserve. Had it not been for that interaction, this easily would have been a five-star review.