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City/town information
Ellijay is a charming, small town featuring local shops and restaurants surrounding a quaint town square. Highlights of Ellijay include:
Georgia Apple Blossom Festival
www.GeorgiaAppleBlossomFestival.com
Georgia Apple Festival
Gilmer County is the apple capital of Georgia. A variety of apples are grown here, from familiar standards like red and golden delicious to lesser known types not typically seen in supermarkets. The Georgia Apple Festival gives visitors an opportunity to try some different apple varieties, and perhaps discover a new favorite. The Georgia Apple Festival also hosts over 300 vendors offering handcrafted items including jewelry, accessories, pottery, woodworking, baskets, toys, soaps and candles, yard art, photography, packaged food products, and much more. It's the perfect place to find unique handmade gifts for friends or loved ones.
192 locals recommend
Ellijay
Ellijay is a charming, small town featuring local shops and restaurants surrounding a quaint town square. Highlights of Ellijay include:
Georgia Apple Blossom Festival
www.GeorgiaAppleBlossomFestival.com
Georgia Apple Festival
Gilmer County is the apple capital of Georgia. A variety of apples are grown here, from familiar standards like red and golden delicious to lesser known types not typically seen in supermarkets. The Georgia Apple Festival gives visitors an opportunity to try some different apple varieties, and perhaps discover a new favorite. The Georgia Apple Festival also hosts over 300 vendors offering handcrafted items including jewelry, accessories, pottery, woodworking, baskets, toys, soaps and candles, yard art, photography, packaged food products, and much more. It's the perfect place to find unique handmade gifts for friends or loved ones.
Blue Ridge was ranked by Southern Living Magazine as one of the 2020 South’s Best Mountain Towns, and 2019 Top Small Mountain Towns for Retirement. Take a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, following the Toccoa River to the town of McCaysville. Sample craft breweries, wineries, surprisingly upscale shops, galleries and restaurants. Hike to a local waterfall on the Appalachian Trail, tube or kayak the Toccoa or go whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River.
407 locals recommend
Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge was ranked by Southern Living Magazine as one of the 2020 South’s Best Mountain Towns, and 2019 Top Small Mountain Towns for Retirement. Take a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, following the Toccoa River to the town of McCaysville. Sample craft breweries, wineries, surprisingly upscale shops, galleries and restaurants. Hike to a local waterfall on the Appalachian Trail, tube or kayak the Toccoa or go whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River.
Experience historic tours and attractions, stroll our delightful Downtown -- listed on the Historic Register and site of the first major U.S. Gold Rush and the Heart of Georgia Wine Country, Dahlonega is an authentic, mountain town nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Dahlonega offers expansive mountain vistas, roaring waterfalls and bubbling streams, postcard-worthy wineries, and an abundance of entertainment.
200 locals recommend
Dahlonega
Experience historic tours and attractions, stroll our delightful Downtown -- listed on the Historic Register and site of the first major U.S. Gold Rush and the Heart of Georgia Wine Country, Dahlonega is an authentic, mountain town nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Dahlonega offers expansive mountain vistas, roaring waterfalls and bubbling streams, postcard-worthy wineries, and an abundance of entertainment.
McCaysville, GA is a historic southern town established in 1904 as a copper mining town, but thrives with Riverwalk Shops and fantastic restaurants. The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway brings over 90,000 passengers a year. Nestled along the Toccoa River, and known as the 'Stateline City,' McCaysville is situated on the border of Georgia and Tennessee. The stateline marker between McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN is celebrated with a "Blue Line" painted through the intersection of both towns! You can have your picture taken with one foot in each state.
66 locals recommend
McCaysville
McCaysville, GA is a historic southern town established in 1904 as a copper mining town, but thrives with Riverwalk Shops and fantastic restaurants. The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway brings over 90,000 passengers a year. Nestled along the Toccoa River, and known as the 'Stateline City,' McCaysville is situated on the border of Georgia and Tennessee. The stateline marker between McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN is celebrated with a "Blue Line" painted through the intersection of both towns! You can have your picture taken with one foot in each state.
Murphy is an old town with its origin dating back to the 1830s.
Downtown is beautiful with flower and tree lined streets and many historic buildings restored to their original state. Murphy has restaurants, many unique shops, and other interesting establishments all within walking distance in the heart of town.
97 locals recommend
Murphy
Murphy is an old town with its origin dating back to the 1830s.
Downtown is beautiful with flower and tree lined streets and many historic buildings restored to their original state. Murphy has restaurants, many unique shops, and other interesting establishments all within walking distance in the heart of town.
A quaint alpine village set against a scenic backdrop of mountains, forests and river banks, you’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to the cobblestone streets of Germany’s famed Bamberg or Lindau as colorful shops dot the landscape and the heavenly aroma of authentic German fare takes to the breeze.
500 locals recommend
Helen
A quaint alpine village set against a scenic backdrop of mountains, forests and river banks, you’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to the cobblestone streets of Germany’s famed Bamberg or Lindau as colorful shops dot the landscape and the heavenly aroma of authentic German fare takes to the breeze.
Food scene
Started back in 1943, Mercier Orchards is a 4th generation, family owned and operated apple orchard. The combination of their U-PICK events, Bakery & Market Cafe, Market Store, and Farm Winery makes Mercier Orchards a great choice for a day trip. They currently grow strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, and apples! Be sure to check out their upcoming events to see what’s going on at the orchard!
420 locals recommend
Mercier Orchards
8660 Blue Ridge DrStarted back in 1943, Mercier Orchards is a 4th generation, family owned and operated apple orchard. The combination of their U-PICK events, Bakery & Market Cafe, Market Store, and Farm Winery makes Mercier Orchards a great choice for a day trip. They currently grow strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, and apples! Be sure to check out their upcoming events to see what’s going on at the orchard!
Creative American farm-to-table cuisine in a rustic space right in the middle downtown Blue Ridge.
221 locals recommend
The Vine Wine Bar and Bistro
576 E Main StCreative American farm-to-table cuisine in a rustic space right in the middle downtown Blue Ridge.
A Progressive, Locally Sourced, Chef inspired New Americana menu, a “Wine Spectator” Recognized Wine list and Exceptional Service all Set inside this Historically Inspired architectural Masterpiece make the Black Sheep one of the Most Recognizable Restaurants Anywhere in Georgia. Inside and large outside dining patio. Reservations a must.
241 locals recommend
Black Sheep Restaurant
480 W Main StA Progressive, Locally Sourced, Chef inspired New Americana menu, a “Wine Spectator” Recognized Wine list and Exceptional Service all Set inside this Historically Inspired architectural Masterpiece make the Black Sheep one of the Most Recognizable Restaurants Anywhere in Georgia. Inside and large outside dining patio. Reservations a must.
The Dogwood is an atmospheric awakening for the lovers of great music, food, and drinks. The Dogwood lets you enjoy an outdoor restaurant and soak in the beautiful Georgia weather, amazing live music, and the company of those around you. Portions are made for sharing and a great place to hang out for lunch. "Help yourself" beer cooler in back beer garden is a unique feature.
45 locals recommend
The Dogwood
520 West Main StreetThe Dogwood is an atmospheric awakening for the lovers of great music, food, and drinks. The Dogwood lets you enjoy an outdoor restaurant and soak in the beautiful Georgia weather, amazing live music, and the company of those around you. Portions are made for sharing and a great place to hang out for lunch. "Help yourself" beer cooler in back beer garden is a unique feature.
Whiskey & Water’s Seafood and Bourbon Bar is bringing the best of Americas Coasts to the North Georgia Mountains. Set inside a tastefully renovated, historic 1937 Post Office, guests will enjoy the most Original cocktails, great wine, a wide selection of whiskeys and bourbons from around the globe and only the best quality, sustainable seafood from the nations top providers. Make sure to go to the back of the restaurant and enjoy dining in the beautiful bar area. Great for lunch or dinner. We have found lunch to be very kid friendly.
54 locals recommend
Whiskey & Water - Seafood and Bourbon Bar
187 Depot StreetWhiskey & Water’s Seafood and Bourbon Bar is bringing the best of Americas Coasts to the North Georgia Mountains. Set inside a tastefully renovated, historic 1937 Post Office, guests will enjoy the most Original cocktails, great wine, a wide selection of whiskeys and bourbons from around the globe and only the best quality, sustainable seafood from the nations top providers. Make sure to go to the back of the restaurant and enjoy dining in the beautiful bar area. Great for lunch or dinner. We have found lunch to be very kid friendly.
General Ledger is a restaurant housed in an historic bank building in downtown Blue Ridge. Eclectic menu, kids menu with mid to higher prices.
26 locals recommend
The General Ledger
260 West Main StreetGeneral Ledger is a restaurant housed in an historic bank building in downtown Blue Ridge. Eclectic menu, kids menu with mid to higher prices.
The menu in this tourist spot is designed to give you a taste of the Deep South where everything is finger lickin' good and service to offer you the best Southern Hospitality around!
95 locals recommend
Southern Charm Restaurant
224 W Main StThe menu in this tourist spot is designed to give you a taste of the Deep South where everything is finger lickin' good and service to offer you the best Southern Hospitality around!
The Cantaberry has 2 convenient locations, one in the downtown square of Ellijay, and a second location in the heart of downtown Blueridge. HOMEMADE SOUPS, HEARTY SANDWICHES, FRESH SALADS, DELICIOUS DESSERTS
132 locals recommend
Cantaberry
5 S Side SquareThe Cantaberry has 2 convenient locations, one in the downtown square of Ellijay, and a second location in the heart of downtown Blueridge. HOMEMADE SOUPS, HEARTY SANDWICHES, FRESH SALADS, DELICIOUS DESSERTS
Ellijay Wood Fired Pizza's wood fired oven from Naples, Italy makes authentic old world pizza using only the highest quality and locally sourced ingredients.This quaint restaurant is located in a newly restored early nineteenth century former hotel and restaurant built at the height of the timber industry in the southern Appalachians. Simple food with a modern twist.
102 locals recommend
Ellijay Wood Fired Pizza
2 River StEllijay Wood Fired Pizza's wood fired oven from Naples, Italy makes authentic old world pizza using only the highest quality and locally sourced ingredients.This quaint restaurant is located in a newly restored early nineteenth century former hotel and restaurant built at the height of the timber industry in the southern Appalachians. Simple food with a modern twist.
Located in Morganton, Georgia, only a few minutes from Blue Ridge Georgia, Cucina Rustica is a restuarant focused on a fine dining experience of Old World Italian foods from Sicilian fish dishes. Don't let the exterior of the restaurant fool you...food is authentic and exceptional.
68 locals recommend
Cucina Rustica
76 Forge Mill RdLocated in Morganton, Georgia, only a few minutes from Blue Ridge Georgia, Cucina Rustica is a restuarant focused on a fine dining experience of Old World Italian foods from Sicilian fish dishes. Don't let the exterior of the restaurant fool you...food is authentic and exceptional.
Fresh trout, wonderful steaks, fried oysters, and a terrific selection of salads and sides make this a long-standing tradition in the mountains of north Georgia. Our Pooch Patio and River Rest areas are dog friendly! Paddle a canoe down the river and plan your lunch or dinner stop with us.
164 locals recommend
Toccoa Riverside Restaurant
8055 Aska RdFresh trout, wonderful steaks, fried oysters, and a terrific selection of salads and sides make this a long-standing tradition in the mountains of north Georgia. Our Pooch Patio and River Rest areas are dog friendly! Paddle a canoe down the river and plan your lunch or dinner stop with us.
A unique restaurant that prepares Mediterranean dishes with a nod toward southern Appalachian ingredients. Salads, Pasta, Sandwiches and Pizza
62 locals recommend
Masseria Kitchen+Bar
67 Roberts WayA unique restaurant that prepares Mediterranean dishes with a nod toward southern Appalachian ingredients. Salads, Pasta, Sandwiches and Pizza
The Pink Pig was originally built around 1950 as a country store and grist mill. It was later purchased in 1967 and turned into a restaurant serving Pit-cooked BBQ, Bud’s Original sauce, and homemade Brunswick Stew, slow-cooked in a cast iron pot, This restaurant is a local icon and tourist treasure.
64 locals recommend
Pink Pig
824 Cherry Log StThe Pink Pig was originally built around 1950 as a country store and grist mill. It was later purchased in 1967 and turned into a restaurant serving Pit-cooked BBQ, Bud’s Original sauce, and homemade Brunswick Stew, slow-cooked in a cast iron pot, This restaurant is a local icon and tourist treasure.
Authentic upscale Italian fare. One of the nicer restaurants, fine Italian wine list...the Gorgonzola Pear Pillows are off the chart!!!
Ferraro's Kitchen Blue Ridge
Authentic upscale Italian fare. One of the nicer restaurants, fine Italian wine list...the Gorgonzola Pear Pillows are off the chart!!!
Award winning BBQ located on the 2nd floor of Trackside Station across from the Blue Ridge City Park. All food is home made and smoked to perfection!
Smokin E's BBQ & Bar @ Trackside Station
Award winning BBQ located on the 2nd floor of Trackside Station across from the Blue Ridge City Park. All food is home made and smoked to perfection!
Creative American farm-to-table cuisine in a rustic space. Cooking classes also available. One of the favorites of locals and tourists.
221 locals recommend
The Vine Wine Bar and Bistro
576 E Main StCreative American farm-to-table cuisine in a rustic space. Cooking classes also available. One of the favorites of locals and tourists.
Sightseeing
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts are devoted to bringing quality exhibits, events, high-caliber arts education, and programming to work with our community through arts and culture.
17 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
420 W Main StBlue Ridge Mountains Arts are devoted to bringing quality exhibits, events, high-caliber arts education, and programming to work with our community through arts and culture.
Join the many generations who have taken the nostalgic journey through the charming Appalachian foothills of North Georgia aboard the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Starting at the historic depot in downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia, riders take a four-hour, 26-mile roundtrip journey along the Toccoa River through the North Georgia countryside.
381 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
241 Depot StJoin the many generations who have taken the nostalgic journey through the charming Appalachian foothills of North Georgia aboard the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Starting at the historic depot in downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia, riders take a four-hour, 26-mile roundtrip journey along the Toccoa River through the North Georgia countryside.
The Toccoa River is nestled in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains and is perfect for a relaxing day of tubing, rafting or kayaking.
47 locals recommend
Toccoa Valley Campground
11481 Aska RdThe Toccoa River is nestled in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains and is perfect for a relaxing day of tubing, rafting or kayaking.
Breweries
Fannin Brewing is a hometown micro-brewery producing beers influenced by the German style.
68 locals recommend
Fannin Brewing Company
3758 E 1st StFannin Brewing is a hometown micro-brewery producing beers influenced by the German style.
We're just a couple of guys that love to make and drink great beer.
24 locals recommend
Angry Hops Brewing
341 East Main StreetWe're just a couple of guys that love to make and drink great beer.
Brewery and tap room in Blue Ridge, Georgia. They brew their own craft beer and serve you in a relaxed, dog friendly taproom. Food truck on premises.
154 locals recommend
Grumpy Old Men Brewing
1315 E Main StBrewery and tap room in Blue Ridge, Georgia. They brew their own craft beer and serve you in a relaxed, dog friendly taproom. Food truck on premises.
Tipping Point Brewing Co. is located on the 2nd floor of Trackside Station across from the Blue Ridge City Park and offers a variety of craft brews and seltzers.
Tipping Point Brewing Co.
322 West Main StreetTipping Point Brewing Co. is located on the 2nd floor of Trackside Station across from the Blue Ridge City Park and offers a variety of craft brews and seltzers.
Cartecay River Brewing Co. is a 4 barrel craft brewery located in Ellijay, Geogia where we have combined our love of the wild beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and the beautiful rivers that run through our community, with our passion for craft beer.
76 locals recommend
Cartecay River Brewing Co.
26 River TerraceCartecay River Brewing Co. is a 4 barrel craft brewery located in Ellijay, Geogia where we have combined our love of the wild beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and the beautiful rivers that run through our community, with our passion for craft beer.
Crafting beers for North Georgia inside our unique train car and specializing in session ales and lagers.
18 locals recommend
Talking Rock Brewery
4500 GA-136Crafting beers for North Georgia inside our unique train car and specializing in session ales and lagers.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Georgia Wine Highway
https://gamountainsguide.com/georgia-wine-highway
There are over 40 local wineries in the area, most providing food trucks and music on the weekends. Enjoy local flavor and beautiful views while enjoying wines that are produced primarily from grapes or juice sourced from California and Oregon. A few of our favorites are Chateau Meichtry, Fainting Goat Winery, Ott Farms and Vineyard and Buckley Vineyards.
Don't miss
Benton MacKaye Trail
The Benton MacKaye Trail or BMT is a footpath nearly 300 miles in length in the Appalachian Mountains in the southeastern United States and is blazed by a white diamond, 5″ across by 7″ tall. Wikipedia-Part of the BMT can be accessed and hiked from the bottom of our community!
https://www.blueridgemountains.com/things-to-do/outdoors/hiking/benton-mackaye-trail/