#1 — Taste of New York
Featured in the Chattanooga Times Free Press as one of the unique eats in the Copper Basin Area, Katz’s Deli offers a variety of stuffed deli sandwiches, including their House Cooked Corned Beef Reuben with pickled red cabbage. Breakfast all day and endless hot and iced coffee options.
Katz’s New York Deli
32 Toccoa Ave, McCaysville, GA 30555
#2 – Family friendly
This is one of those rare restaurants that’s not only popular with visitors, but also a favorite of locals. Well-known for its amazing breakfasts and Warren’s homemade soups, it’s also a restful place to enjoy lunch with the family. And if your family includes a friendly dog, there’s a spot on the patio for all of you.
Serenity Garden CafÉ
657 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
(706) 258-4949
#3 – Downtown Eatery
This full-service restaurant is quickly becoming a favorite hot spot. Appetizers include savory bacon-wrapped shrimp, smoked trout dip and grilled flat bread pizza. The dinner menu features specials, as well as favorites like shrimp and grits, and oven-roasted chicken smothered in a bourbon sauce.
Chester Brunnenmeyer’s
733 East First Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
706-258-2539
#4 – Rockin’ Eats & Drinks
From the concert posters on the wall to the records on the turntable, this is the place for music lovers. Listen to some tunes, eat some wings or grab a pubburger, and wash it all down with an ice-cold Tootla Creek Blonde Ale or other local brew (mixed drinks are also available). Turn up the fun!
Misty Mountain Hops
3300 E 1st St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
(706) 946-8620
#5 – South in Your Mouth
Enjoy a taste of the Deep South, where everything is finger lickin’ good and served with Southern hospitality! Start off with some fried green tomatoes or pickles, add in a hearty Southern entrée (such as chicken and dumplings, fried catfish or popcorn shrimp). Then wash it all down with some sweet peach tea!