Karen's Guidebook
Food scene
This restaurant/brewery is our favorite restaurant on the planet. Their made from scratch, farm to table fare never disappoints, and their beer selection is extraordinary including their craft beers made in-house and only available at Nocturnal in Hayesville. The staff is also exceptional- competent and flawlessly hospitable.
60 locals recommend
Nocturnal Brewing
893 US-64 BUSThis restaurant/brewery is our favorite restaurant on the planet. Their made from scratch, farm to table fare never disappoints, and their beer selection is extraordinary including their craft beers made in-house and only available at Nocturnal in Hayesville. The staff is also exceptional- competent and flawlessly hospitable.
Make reservation in advance at this award winning restaurant. The food is delicious, and the wine pairing dinners are incredible.
121 locals recommend
The Copper Door
2 Sullivan StMake reservation in advance at this award winning restaurant. The food is delicious, and the wine pairing dinners are incredible.
It's literally impossible not to like this place. The owners are unpretentious, hospitable, hard working folks from Wisconsin who make great beer and offer up some good grub.
32 locals recommend
Hayesville Brewing Company
1568 US-64It's literally impossible not to like this place. The owners are unpretentious, hospitable, hard working folks from Wisconsin who make great beer and offer up some good grub.
In the mood for a beautiful sunset over Lake Chatuge, a delicious cold craft beer, and a yummy fish taco, then Hiawassee Brew is your place. The brewery/taco truck eatery is also one of few places in the region with generous hours of operation including Sundays during the dinner hours.
55 locals recommend
Hiawassee Brew
616 S Main StIn the mood for a beautiful sunset over Lake Chatuge, a delicious cold craft beer, and a yummy fish taco, then Hiawassee Brew is your place. The brewery/taco truck eatery is also one of few places in the region with generous hours of operation including Sundays during the dinner hours.
There is some great food at this restaurant, and it's quite the interesting place offering a tucked away location which somehow manages to create both a "down to earth" and fine dining vibe. The Crown is one of few restaurants open on Sundays for lunch. Visit on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, snag a table outside overlooking charming Brasstown, and enjoy a slow, delicious afternoon!
34 locals recommend
The Crown Restaurant
135 Emily LnThere is some great food at this restaurant, and it's quite the interesting place offering a tucked away location which somehow manages to create both a "down to earth" and fine dining vibe. The Crown is one of few restaurants open on Sundays for lunch. Visit on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, snag a table outside overlooking charming Brasstown, and enjoy a slow, delicious afternoon!
Epic's made from scratch food is delicious, and the eatery is one of few places open (lunch only) on Mondays. If you visit later during the lunch time, they may be sold out of some dishes. So, if you are craving something in particular, consider visiting earlier during their lunch hours. If you like bagels, try their yummy made from scratch bagels.
22 locals recommend
Epic Catering
714 North Carolina 69Epic's made from scratch food is delicious, and the eatery is one of few places open (lunch only) on Mondays. If you visit later during the lunch time, they may be sold out of some dishes. So, if you are craving something in particular, consider visiting earlier during their lunch hours. If you like bagels, try their yummy made from scratch bagels.
Casa Bella in Young Harris, GA offers delicious Eastern European cuisine in a homey atmosphere. The restaurant is one of few open 7 days a week for dinner and offering lunch and dinner on Sundays. Call ahead to ensure seating.
Casa Bella Restaurante
3921 US-76Casa Bella in Young Harris, GA offers delicious Eastern European cuisine in a homey atmosphere. The restaurant is one of few open 7 days a week for dinner and offering lunch and dinner on Sundays. Call ahead to ensure seating.
A great local watering hole offering good craft beer and delicious pizza in beautiful Andrews, NC
56 locals recommend
Hoppy Trout Brewing Company
911 Main StA great local watering hole offering good craft beer and delicious pizza in beautiful Andrews, NC
Enjoy good food and a nice view of the river at the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC)
48 locals recommend
River's End Restaurant
13077 US-19Enjoy good food and a nice view of the river at the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC)
Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.
188 W Main StGreat brewery which also offers a food truck
Mulligan's Bar & Grille
579 Depot StOpen late, friendly service, decent food
ShoeBooties Cafe
25 Peachtree StGood food, attentive staff, never disappointed...
You can find your New Orleans favorites ( think Po' Boys) at Carlotta's.
8 locals recommend
Carlotta's
146 US-64You can find your New Orleans favorites ( think Po' Boys) at Carlotta's.
Now located at Crane Creek Vineyard in Young Harris...excellent food prepared by talented chef
15 locals recommend
Paris and Company
912 Crane Creek RoadNow located at Crane Creek Vineyard in Young Harris...excellent food prepared by talented chef
Wehrloom Honey
257 Willie Colvin RdDrive the Tail of the Dragon to Tapoco Lodge on a beautiful day and enjoy a cold beer overlooking the river…love it!
24 locals recommend
Tapoco Tavern
14981 Tapoco RdDrive the Tail of the Dragon to Tapoco Lodge on a beautiful day and enjoy a cold beer overlooking the river…love it!
Willow Tree Restaurant, Catering and Bakery
302 Ford StWinery
Crane Creek Vineyards
1040 Crane Creek RdEagle Fork Vineyards
8 Cedar Cliff RdWalking/Hiking
A favorite activity of locals is walking across Chatuge Dam. It's an easy, flat walk, and the scenery is gorgeous. Chatuge Dam is located minutes from the Dahlia House.
16 locals recommend
Chatuge Dam
A favorite activity of locals is walking across Chatuge Dam. It's an easy, flat walk, and the scenery is gorgeous. Chatuge Dam is located minutes from the Dahlia House.
Chunky Gal Mountain
Fires Creek Picnic Area
1767 Fires Creek Wildlife RdJoyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Cheoah Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
5410 Joyce Kilmer RdAppalachian Trail
Bell Mountain
220 Shake Rag RdBrasstown Bald Visitors Center
2941 GA-180 SpurJackrabbit Recreation Area, Tusquitee Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
465 Jack Rabbit RdThis trail (approx 14 miles) is only recommended for more advanced hikers.
6 locals recommend
Wagon Train Trailhead
Georgia 180 SpurThis trail (approx 14 miles) is only recommended for more advanced hikers.
Arkaquah Trail
Arkaquah TrailRafting
Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Highway 19Activity
John C. Campbell Folk School
One Folk School RdHarrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
777 Casino PkwyGeorgia Mountain Fair Inc
1311 Music Hall RdVogel State Park
405 Vogel State Park RdHelen Tubing & Waterpark
222 Edelweiss StrasseChunky Gal Stables
1306 Hot House RdGolf
Mountain Harbour Golf Club (Formerly The Ridges)
1665 Mountain Harbour DrSpa & Resort
Brasstown Valley Resort Dining
6321 US-76Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort
14981 Tapoco Rd