We love this place. Love the smell of fresh coffee when you open the door. We have tried many…read moreitems and for most they are very good. One of our favorites is the Cheese Danish but feel it still needs some adjustments...it is a lot of dough. The filling is delish. The glaze on top is to a very minimal and could probably use more glaze. Definitely too much breading and not enough glaze on top.

I typically just get the drip coffee & it's good. Not usually hot enough, but that's ok…read more I really come here because of the ambience. It's the 2nd nicest Coffee Place in Clayton. I'm here for the vibes. Short for vibrations.

This place has such a cool, laid back vibe! If you're looking for a great breakfast, this is your…read morespot! The owner's pictures of them "biking" all over the country give you a sense of getting to know them without ever meeting them. Portions are large for the inexpensive price and there are so many options to choose from on the menu! If you don't want leftovers, I recommend splitting a meal. You won't be sorry either way! Our service was great and you definitely feel that local, small town friendliness with the servers. If we travel back to Clayton, we will definitely be returning!

The food at The Rusty Bike Cafe is very good and cooked to perfection by the staff. I had the…read moreRandy's Burger with crispy onion rings and pickles. The atmosphere is very trendy and has motorcycle, sports and racing decorations throughout the entire cafe. Definitely a place of my liking!

Great coffee, but I really like the lounge area. It's really the BCI hotel lobby. The…read morearchitecture & design is spectacular! It's my favorite place in Clayton to get coffee & hang.

From the owner: Serving delicious espresso-based beverages all day, BCI Coffee & Co is your new favorite…read moredestination for all things coffee. Whether you need an early morning energy boost, a fresh pastry, a grab-and-go breakfast sandwich, or a cozy spot to catch up with friends, we've got you covered. With our spacious seating area, it's the perfect place to work remotely, relax with a book, hold casual meetings, or simply recharge. Don't forget to browse our selection of locally-inspired merchandise while you're here!

Love this place! Best smoothies ever!! Good selection of…read moreSupplements, remedies & healthy snacks. Great service

What a lovely market! This shop is new since my visit to downtown Clayton a few years ago. The…read morestaff are warm and friendly and very knowledgeable about their products. The layout is well done. They offer a wide variety of product yet it's not overwhelming. Whether you're in the market (pun intended) for snacks, supplements or vitamins, they have you covered. Additionally, the business does a fantastic job of promoting local products. You can even order a freshly made smoothie to order. There's more than meets the eye in this little market. If you find yourself in Clayton, I highly recommend you venture in and check it out for yourself.

We wanted a hot breakfast while in town for a wedding and this cafe was so charming…read more We ordered a variety of breakfast dishes like the corned beef hash, omelets, and eggs. The biscuits were delicious and not too dry, but the corned beef hash was a little too salty (even for a fiend like me) and my omelet was both under and over cooked. Even if the food was ok, I have to call out the exceptional service we received. Our waiter was kind and attentive, clarifying whether we wanted sweet or unsweet tea (my California ass forgot I was in the south now), warning us the kitchen was running a little behind due to the morning rush, and in general being a gem of a human being. I'd come back for that treatment! Logistics: - limited street parking in front - indoor seating only

When traveling to Bryson City, on the occasion of what has become our annual leaf watching weekend…read morevacation in the fall, we typically route our way to avoid the interstate roads. I call this our "blue highways" route, after the book by William Least Heat Moon. The rules are to only take routes that on the old atlas maps were "blue", and to stop and read any historical markers or signs. We like U.S. 76 through Westminster and Long Creek into Clayton. The point is, however, about 5 years ago, on a similar trip, we discovered the Clayton Cafe and it has become a planned destination for us along the way. The whole little township is lovely, with several interesting shops (esp. Butler Galleries). So, we have been here 6-7 times, and never been disappointed. But today, we were running late. We looked up the hours, which were 9AM to 3PM and perfect for our 1:45PM later arrival. Surprisingly, the restaurant was crowded at this late lunch hour. We were immediately seated at the only available 4 top. It was packed. The restaurant has two outdoor two tops, 2 indoor two tops, and eleven indoor 4 tops, for a max seating of 52. By 1:55, there was a wait list! People were even being turned away, and all different age groups were present, but the overall crowd was 50+, probably due to the peak fall foliage weekend, even though it was Thursday. There were even a few take out orders picked up. After prompt service and ordering, our food arrived at 2:05, about a 15 minute wait, which was impressive for the busy kitchen. I've written other reviews in the food and they all still stand. In fact, I realize that I go heavy here on the choice because it is so good. This time, as predictable, my order was the country fried steak, mashed potatoes, white sawmill gravy, collard greens and a biscuit. Five stars. Even though the steak and gravy was a little saltier than my current palate's liking, it was exactly the way it is supposed to be... I'm watching the salt in my older age, no fault of the chef's. Our tradition of the Clayton Cafe is now 6 years running g and we may just work this into a destination day trip. The nearby Tallulah Gorge is a nice attraction to add to our main event of the Clayton Cafe lunch. P.S. If fried chicken livers are the special, then the country fried steak will have to be "next time." And they do have plenty of healthy options, salads, a full breakfast menu, sandwiches, burgers, but we are here for the Southern Classics.

Got a chocolate craving while walking around downtown Clayton? Stop by Main Street Chocolates!…read more They have lots of yummy chocolate choice plus pralines, caramel apples, and ice cream. So many choices! The shop is welcoming and the employees are friendly. It can get a little crowded getting in and out, but it is worth the stop!

202604241715…read more Delicious! Delicious in smell, sight & taste. A cornucopia of chocolate confections of all kinds of variations. Also, ice cream galore for consumption in natural or milkshake form. Friendly service. Enjoy!

Great gas shop…read more Daniel B. below has a point: I agree, that QuikTrip is more convenient (and larger, with more options) than RaceTrac. But this RaceTrac is TOP. All the out-of-staters with issues about parking... I have one sentence for them: redo your road test! This RaceTrac is large too, pumps aplenty and friendly staff. Some local guy even held the door open for about 12 peeps, all coming in in the morning. It was a small town, Southern-gentility type shop. Gas was cheap. Coffee was hot. Locals wore Clemson and UGA sports gear (they had manners) and the place was doing great business. If you are in Clayton - come here for gas. Rebel review: 5

RaceTrac store #455 is one of the last gas stations you'll find in Georgia before crossing the…read morestate border into North Carolina. It's next door to KFC. In Georgia, I'm generally a fan of QuikTrip and RaceTrac. The gas stations are big, relatively clean, and have low fuel prices. I stopped by this RaceTrac and picked up a couple Vita Coco drinks ($2.50 each) for the road. I started drinking one of the boxes in the car and noticed it tasted funny and unpleasant. Upon further inspection, I saw the drink had expired months ago. Blech. They need to check the expiration dates on their inventory (and I need to check them before buying).

The Georgia Bourbon Snow Cream is to die for. Amazing flavor that feels like a perfect holiday,…read morewhether you're in Georgia or not. Quick and nice service to purchase.we stop by each time we go through Rabun.

Man you got to check these guys out. I know for you Atlanta folks it's a bit of a drive, but if you…read moreare anywhere already in North GA it's definitely worth a detour to come try. My thoughts, I wasn't as crazy about their bourbons. To me they seemed a little light and lifeless compared to my tastes. I am a fan of a robust flavor, like Angels Envy, Woodford Reserve, Jeptha Creed... etc and this wasn't quite there. Their ryes though were pretty good, especially that single barrel selection. I enjoyed those even though they are a lighter rye mash bill, it makes for a nice smooth finish that is easy drinking. The staff is fantastic. What a great bunch of folks from the owner on through the tasting bar and the cocktail bar. Granted we got a lot of attention since they weren't busy on a Sunday at noon, but still. Beautiful venue and they had a really good live music artist going. I'll stop again and I really want to do their tour. Fin on! Go check them out!