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    Tavern 42

    4.2 (228 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Italian, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    TAVERN 42 ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Juke Box
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Blackened Chicken wrap
    Kristine U.

    I love this place! I've never had a bad meal here and the waitstaff are awesome! The blackened chicken wrap with a scoop of their homemade potato salad is beyond reproach. Just amazing! And they have my favorite beer "Hell Yes Ma'am'" on tap?! I'm happy.

    Michael G.

    Once again another great meal! Service on point and dinner was delicious! Wife had the special of filet mignon beef stroganoff. Wow! Place is small which is well documented which is the only negative. Can't help that other than moving to a new location. Don't miss this Clayton gem!

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    8 days ago

    Great food. It gets very crowded very quickly. Used to go to Trivia night which is fun and lively. MC was great.

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    3 months ago

    Service was super good my burger was the best iv had in years. The feel of the Tavern was warm and welcoming my husband and will be back.

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    7 months ago

    Food is always good. And great service. Highly recommend this place. Good burgers and great staff.

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    3 months ago

    This is an awesome restaurant!! They have the best staff!! Nicole is a dream and the food is amazing!!! Try this spot!!!

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    Love bingo night, it's so much fun and atmosphere is great. Food is always good as well.

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    2 years ago

    Friendly staff and the food was incredible! Will certainly be coming back and recommending to friends!

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    The food was great when we visited. Service was good for how busy they were. One our go to spots in Clayton.

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    Food and service is amazing!!! Everything I've ever eaten here has been delicious!!! A true little gem!

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    Ask the Community - Tavern 42

    Tried calling for many times - not taking phone orders?

    Yes they are taking phone orders. I've always been able to get through, but it may be busy sometimes if it's a busy time of day. Unfortunately you'll just have to keep calling. I'm hoping they will start online ordering soon

    Do you have Karaoke ?If so what night

    We do not have Karaoke.

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    Aaktun - View at the bar

    Aaktun

    4.2(41 reviews)
    3.3 mi

    Me and my husband love coming here for special occasions and just for date nights. We have gotten…read moresomething different each time we've visited and everything has been great - cannot recommend enough ! Waitresses are always so sweet and accommodating and food is always great. Def a spot I love to bring people to who haven't found out about it yet

    I was finally able to try Aaktun today, and had a great experience! My husband has been hyping this…read moreplace up for awhile, as when I work during the week him & our daughter have had a few adventures here. I will say, it did not disappoint! Nestled in downtown Clayton (there is another location in Durham, as well), the spot is conveniently located and cozy. The decor is incredibly pleasing and lovely. We sat at a table which resembles a "cave." So unique and fun. The bar area is also really neat, if we were to go back for a date night, we'd sit there. We made a reservation one day prior for a 12:30 lunch reservation for the three of us on a Saturday and were seated right away. The staff is very friendly, and our server was stellar. The lunch menu is extensive: delicious dishes, fun cocktails and coffee drinks, and a decent wine list. We were provided waters to start and I opted for a glass of the Napa Cabernet. I really wanted to try their iced banana latte for a to-go drink after, but I surely will next time! We started with the appetizer of Brussels Sprouts. We were hoping the Coconut Shrimp was on the lunch menu, but unfortunately, it was not. Hopefully we will get that for a dinner appetizer next time. We are a huge fan of trying Brussels Sprouts at new restaurants and these were great! Served charred with tropical chili crisp, pickled pineapple, and a coconut salsa. They were a little bit sweeter than my liking, but still delicious and we both enjoyed them! For our entrées we went with the Lomo Saltado and Jerked Half Chicken. Both of these dishes were incredible. I ordered the Lomo Saltado and it was delicious, and recommended by my husband. Perfectly cooked steak atop rice and served with grilled tomatoes and Yuka sticks, which were amazing. Although this dish was delicious, I loved my husband's even more. The Jerk Half Chicken was perfectly cooked and flavored, and had the perfect amount of kick! UPDATE: We ended up stopping by the next day to pick up a breakfast sandwich & my Banana Pudding Latte! OH SO GOOD. We got the Bella mushroom and egg breakfast sandwich, so delicious, so flavorful, and huge. Hands down would order again. The Iced Banana Pudding Latte with Oat Milk was stellar: 10/10! I can't wait to have it again! I can't wait to go back to Aaktun to try more dishes and see what the dinner menu offers! Great experience and highly recommend.

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    Elixir VI - Old fashioned

    Elixir VI

    4.2(5 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    We went in here as our last stop. It's very dark inside with older couches. The couches reminded me…read moreof something from my grandmas house. They had some live music which was nice. The drinks seemed a bit off. Not our favorite for sure. But the vibes were nice.

    Walking into Elixir VI and the world outside exhales behind you, the air shifts--with perfumed…read morescent of warm spice and citrus. The warm edison bulbs flicker to life as if they've been waiting just for you, casting lazy shadows across blue walls and gilded mirrors. A hush of soft laughter drifts from a nearby corner where friends lean close, their glasses catching light like captured constellations. Velvet armchairs and couches cradle quiet conversations, while behind the bar, bottles gleam with impossible colors; one even glows, ever so slightly, when the bartender passes. You can't tell if it's the lighting or a trick of magic--and you don't really want to know. They call it whimsical, but really--it's their Old Fashioned. The kind of drink that feels less made and more summoned. When they craft it, there's a ceremony to the motion: sugar stirred just so, bitters dashed with the precision of a spell mark, a single twist of orange releasing its perfume like a secret. The bartender doesn't rush. She moves with the calm assurance of someone who knows time bends for good cocktails. You will find your seat in one of the several cozy alcoves, each space hums with quiet enchantment. Don't forget the food out back, part settled, part wizard of flavor, the food truck delights with gluten-free magic for everyone. Every dish is crafted so well, you'll forget it's "free" of anything--except compromise. Clayton is lucky to have this upscale hideaway where alchemy meets ambiance and every sip feels like a small enchantment. Cheers!

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    McKinley's Restaurant & Pub

    McKinley's Restaurant & Pub

    2.8(102 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    McKinley's is a Clayton anchor! Tucked into the heart of town, this old-school sports bar feels…read morelike it's been here forever--in the best way possible. Every wall is lined with TVs playing whatever game matters most that night, while dollar bills cover the walls like a scrapbook of good times, tall tales, and nights that ran a little longer than planned. The décor nods proudly (and somewhat creatively) to Irish heritage, with touches of green, classic signs, and a love of good beer doing most of the storytelling. It's a place where locals gather, strangers become regulars fast, and the atmosphere is equal parts loud cheers, friendly debate, and comfortable familiarity. Unpolished, well-worn, and full of character, it's the kind of small-town sports bar where the drinks are cold, the TVs are always on, and everyone feels right at home. The menu leans into its claims of Irish roots with a lineup of familiar pub classics--hearty, comforting dishes that feel right at home alongside a pint. But as solid as those classics may be, the real standout is the good old pub burger. Cooked exactly the way you ask for it--perfectly rare, juicy, and full of flavor--it's the kind of burger that reminds you why simplicity done right always wins. Served up hot and fresh by a friendly face that treats you like a regular, it's not just a meal, it's part of the experience: honest food, genuine hospitality, and a plate that keeps people coming back. Cheers!

    First time here, had a shepherds pie that was just loaded with cheese, so much that when you peel…read moreit back it that's the potato's and part of the pie with it. My wife had a burger and fries. The medium rare burger came well done. The fries she asked for with no salt was loaded with salt. Don't think I'll go back.

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    Ladida Wine Bar And Bottle Shop - Free wine tasting

    Ladida Wine Bar And Bottle Shop

    5.0(5 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    Great wine selection! Delicious and reasonably priced…read moreappetizers & charcuterie offerings Great staff! It was our first week in Clayton having just moved here from central OR. Our host (sorry I can't recall his name) but he was fun to talk with. Knowledgeable and filled us in on lots of the local happenings, places to also visit, even town history as well. The inside is adorable / quiet and cozy spots to relax as a couple or with several friends. Highly recommend. I look forward to springtime and being able to sit outside. Great spot!

    This place is the PERFECT wine bar!! I'm so glad I was told about this gem from a friend just last…read moreweekend, and in spite of it (and charming Clayton) being 40 minutes away (we live in Cary) we drove over this past Sunday and caught them right before closing. We arrived at 4:45 PM on a Sunday and saw on the door that they close at five. We ran in and I said oh I'm so sorry. Are we still able to have a glass of wine? Crystal, the owner who was still on site, and Kristi, behind the bar were absolutely delightful and said of course! I had a Chardonnay and my husband had a Cabernet. Both were delicious. My Chardonnay needed a little chilling and the owner went in the back and brought out this concoction that instantly chilled my beverage. Brilliant! Not only are they friendly-but the space is beautiful, with elevated furniture & decor fitting of a very high-end wine bar, but with a very friendly and approachable vibe. We can't wait to return! I SO wish there was aclone of this quaint and lovely spot in Cary or Apex!

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