such a fun and inviting environment. it gives backyard vibes. they have live music almost all the…read moretime and the beer/food selection is great. they have nonalcoholic beer which was nice too since i don't drink. there's only one bar so ordering can take a minute but staff were super friendly. they did warn us that the kitchen is backed up and food could take an hour, which we didn't have an issue with. the margarita flatbread was great and the mac and cheese was just okay. it tasted like if the cheese was from the cheese dip you use for pretzels. overall, great time and vibes and would come back again in the future.

There are a lot of locals who love this place, and I can see the appeal--live music, an outdoor…read morearea, and a historic home give it a nice atmosphere. That said, I found the food and service to be mediocre. It wasn't a memorable experience overall, and I don't plan to return.

Great people and awesome service. Love this place. Our friends always ask us to go here. 10 PLUS !!!read more

Open late night, one of the oldest bars in town. Great prices in a decent selection. Pool table,…read morenoms, and locals, what else could you ask for!? Oh and Birdie and Moe are the best bartenders around!! Stop by!!

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!

So I love Mckinley's, especially the wings. I was asked by wife what unwanted to eat for dinner and…read moreI was in the mood for wings. So there we went. I normally do not like leaving bad reviews and very rarelyeave such a low score especially.on a place I like normally. We were seated right away which was nice since there were busy. It was at least 5 minutes before our waitress came and asked us for our drink orders, maybe longer. She seemed to be having a bad night, very unfriendly no smile, was very avious she was not happy. She brought us our drinks and asked of we were ready. They had the boneless wing speacial so wife and daughter got those and I got 12 Jumbo hot wings. They also ordered salads and I ordered loaded potato skins for an appetizer. It seemed to take forever, which I was understanding since there were busy. Eventually the salads came. Wait the ranch dressing for the wings came out 1st. As they ate thier salads I wondered if maybe she didn't get my order for the potato skins.... Eventually she bought 2 orders of wings.my daughters 12 and a big plate of wings. She was like yea the kitchen is crazy this is what they sent. It was a whole bugbplatebof boneless wings. She then brought my jumbo wings. I asked her did you not get my potato skins order... she non-shalontly said yea I got them, im waiting on them and she said something abiutbtheres a new guy training and blames them. We'll no because potato skins were way over cooked the top was dark and the inside were dark as well. My wife tried one and my daughter wouldn't even touch them. The boneless wings were so dry and over cooked. My wings looked ok but they were also hit wings so the were drenched in buffalo sauce as they should be. They ok a little over cooked but we're ok. The Boneless wings were over cooked and dry. The atmosphere was typical of a trivia night which was good. The waitress was horrible no personality almost an attitude even though I tried being nice. No thank you.no have a good night, nothing. I understand people have bad days but if your in the business you just cant be this way. I love this place except for the bathroooms.. which I wish they would update thier bathrooms. I hope maybe if they read this review they can adjust. Yes we got sone extra wings for whatever reason but they were still sry and overcooked.

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!

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.

We are always treated so well when we visit this restaurant! The food is delicious, the prices are…read morereasonable and the service is always wonderful. Support the locally owned restaurant!

Stopped by for lunch with the family. I wanted to give this one a 5 stars but unfortunately my…read morechili tasted really odd. My family and I ordered tap drinks, delicious! My dad got the french dip sandwich with tater tots and loved it. My husband got the bbq lunch sandwich and loved it. I got the chili nachos and mine did not taste great. Service was wonderful, servers were chipper and polite. Ambiance was a chill dive bar with clean and good level music. Still a great local spot just don't gwt the chili

Great bar-cade in the heart of Downtown Clayton!…read more If you're looking for something different to do, I'd highly suggest checking out Fare Game! Good food, good and cheap drinks, fun games, even better vibes! I always have a good time here! The staff is kind and fun, and I always enjoy them! The drinks are your basic bar drinks, but they have a lot of great options for cocktails that aren't expensive or too fancy. The arcade games are fun for all ages, so this is also a place you can bring your family during the day, which is something different for the area. I wouldn't suggest small kids later at night...it is still a bar. As far as food goes, it's really good for a small kitchen as they have. I usually order the Cheat Code, which is their twist on cheese sticks that has bacon and is drizzled with hot honey. So delicious! The pizza is great, as well as the dips and nachos. They've got rotating specials, so make sure to check those out when you go. Some nights they have a DJ, so it can get loud, especially on Last Fridays, but I love how different it is from the other places. I love Downtown Clayton, and this adds a little more variety as well!

We came here as a party of 6 on a Saturday night. We had a blast in here!! We got about $20 in…read morecoins and played numerous games together. The drinks are reasonably priced. The music they had playing was a vibe. They have different games like skeeball, air hockey, Pac-Man royale for multi player, basketball hoops, etc. we really enjoyed ourselves in here. They have other games like pin ball, racing games, etc. one of our favorites is the lucky duck machine-/ guaranteed win everytime!

Just a quaint little tavern! Great service and friendly staff! Family celebrating a great Aunt…read moreturning 99 years young!

The atmosphere and environment of the entire area is worth a stop. Be sure to try the pizza too..read more

Wow, this place has grown since I was last here about 8 years ago. The weather was amazing on a…read moreSaturday afternoon, so parking was difficult/non-existent in their lot. There are a good number of spaces, but it was just that busy. There's also street parking available close by. Lots of seating both inside (two separate rooms with tables) and outside. There were 3 bartenders working and they kept the line moving at a decent pace. The beer menu has grown quite a bit, and I was surprised to see the number of brews available. I went with half pours of a gingerbread type stout and their pickle lager. I liked the gingerbread as it had good spice flavors to it, and the lager was alright--light with a hint of salt. If I lived closer, I'd be back.

Deep River is a must-visit if you're in Clayton! They have a ton of good beer, ample seating, a…read moregreat variety of food trucks rotating through, live music, and fun events throughout the week. Music Bingo on Wednesday nights is a blast.