Food scene
"Chester's" or "Chester B's" is a great spot to enjoy some good food and great drinks. Staff is lively, likeabe and local!
197 locals recommend
Chester Brunnenmeyer's Bar & Grill
733 E Main St"Chester's" or "Chester B's" is a great spot to enjoy some good food and great drinks. Staff is lively, likeabe and local!
Upscale dining (if that's a thing in BR) with great food and service.
241 locals recommend
Black Sheep Restaurant
480 W Main StUpscale dining (if that's a thing in BR) with great food and service.
Good beer but better people. Don't let the crowded parking lot deter you, you'll find a spot and also make a friend or two.
154 locals recommend
Grumpy Old Men Brewing
1315 E Main StGood beer but better people. Don't let the crowded parking lot deter you, you'll find a spot and also make a friend or two.
You’ll find just about every major brand at this grocery store and their Laura Lynn private label products never disappoint. Good produce, a Boar’s Head deli, good meat, great assortment of gluten free products, a great wine selection and a beer cave. This is not a discount grocer but the assortment, great service and proximity should keep you loyal. This is a busy store. Don’t let the jammed parking lot deter you, be patient and enjoy the experience….oh, and cheap gas too!
109 locals recommend
Ingles Markets
5679 Appalachian HwyYou’ll find just about every major brand at this grocery store and their Laura Lynn private label products never disappoint. Good produce, a Boar’s Head deli, good meat, great assortment of gluten free products, a great wine selection and a beer cave. This is not a discount grocer but the assortment, great service and proximity should keep you loyal. This is a busy store. Don’t let the jammed parking lot deter you, be patient and enjoy the experience….oh, and cheap gas too!
The Dogwood
520 West Main StreetNeat outdoor spaces to enjoy with good food and cold 16oz PBR cans!
A great spot to hear classic rock legends like the Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin as well as some unexpected tunes too. Interesting and tasteful foods and a wide assortment of libations. Friendly staff makes everyone feel welcome!
50 locals recommend
Misty Mountain Hops
3300 E 1st StA great spot to hear classic rock legends like the Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin as well as some unexpected tunes too. Interesting and tasteful foods and a wide assortment of libations. Friendly staff makes everyone feel welcome!
Fantastic spot to satisfy anyone’s dessert cravings. Absolutely phenomenal cup cakes. This place is truly SWEET!
(*Mention that you have been referred by The Ravens Nest and receive a discount at the register...now that's even sweeter!)
55 locals recommend
The Sweet Shoppe
721 E Main StFantastic spot to satisfy anyone’s dessert cravings. Absolutely phenomenal cup cakes. This place is truly SWEET!
(*Mention that you have been referred by The Ravens Nest and receive a discount at the register...now that's even sweeter!)
Whiskey & Water - Seafood and Bourbon Bar
187 Depot StreetWell crafted menu and a cozy interior.
Roe Raw Oyster Bar
588 East Main StreetDeliciously fresh seafood and an inviting atmosphere.
Fantastic spot to grab some good grub and good grog while taking in the lake scene. The wait can be long but time flies when you're on Dock time.
24 locals recommend
Boat Dock Bar & Grill
335 Marina DrFantastic spot to grab some good grub and good grog while taking in the lake scene. The wait can be long but time flies when you're on Dock time.
Mystic Mountain Pizza
4118 E 1st StGreat pizza, cool vibe, good people!
Cucinella's Pizzeria
Big, fresh pies, efficient service and fantastic “white” pizzas too!
Great spot to dine riverside and enjoy the county’s favorite fish…fresh caught trout! Enjoy the sights, sounds and flavors of this local mainstay.
164 locals recommend
Toccoa Riverside Restaurant
8055 Aska RdGreat spot to dine riverside and enjoy the county’s favorite fish…fresh caught trout! Enjoy the sights, sounds and flavors of this local mainstay.
Fudge at its best…and glazed nuts too! There isn’t a better place for this classic treat. It’s been a local favorite for years, and with good reason.
37 locals recommend
Three Sisters Fudge
662 E Main StFudge at its best…and glazed nuts too! There isn’t a better place for this classic treat. It’s been a local favorite for years, and with good reason.
This is an upscale food boutique that offers some pretty enticing foods, sauces, beverages, spices and of course, pasta! Go there to shop for some unique ingredients and then hang on their deck for some wine and live tunes. Oh, and great gluten free pasta too.
26 locals recommend
THE PASTA MARKET
11 Mountain StThis is an upscale food boutique that offers some pretty enticing foods, sauces, beverages, spices and of course, pasta! Go there to shop for some unique ingredients and then hang on their deck for some wine and live tunes. Oh, and great gluten free pasta too.
Grace is the new kid on the block in DT Blue Ridge offering THE MOST elegant atmosphere in the area..along with the prices to match. Grace is exactly what the name implies, a prime steakhouse with "grace".
Grace Prime Steakhouse
Grace is the new kid on the block in DT Blue Ridge offering THE MOST elegant atmosphere in the area..along with the prices to match. Grace is exactly what the name implies, a prime steakhouse with "grace".
Tipping Point Brewing Co.
Great spot to checkout Downtown Blue Ridge from high above the street!
Sunrise is another relatively new shop in area. They offer some unique foods & goodies and are always warm and friendly. Be sure to check out the incredible photography in the back and you too will be "souled".
Sunrise on Blue Ridge
Sunrise is another relatively new shop in area. They offer some unique foods & goodies and are always warm and friendly. Be sure to check out the incredible photography in the back and you too will be "souled".
Asian fusion with the absolute freshest ingredients make The Shack a go-to spot in DT Ellijay! Owners are on-site and dedicated to quality food and quality service.
39 locals recommend
The shack of Ellijay
118 N Main StAsian fusion with the absolute freshest ingredients make The Shack a go-to spot in DT Ellijay! Owners are on-site and dedicated to quality food and quality service.
City/town information
A short drive from Mineral Bluff, DT McCaysville is well worth the visit. Its a different scene from Blue Ridge and also has some great craft beer & good shopping too! Visit Pic-n-Vine and Toccoa River Rustic wood crafts.
66 locals recommend
McCaysville
A short drive from Mineral Bluff, DT McCaysville is well worth the visit. Its a different scene from Blue Ridge and also has some great craft beer & good shopping too! Visit Pic-n-Vine and Toccoa River Rustic wood crafts.
Sightseeing
Great spot for nostalgic goodies and locally themed T-shirts. Owner is friendly and talkative.
32 locals recommend
Huck's General Store
500 E Main StGreat spot for nostalgic goodies and locally themed T-shirts. Owner is friendly and talkative.
Multitudes Gallery
723 E Main StUnique art and creations with friendly service and prices.
The area’s original family orchard offering a wide variety of seasonal fruit and ciders. Their fried pies are absolutely legendary…and don’t worry…the line to get them moves fast.
419 locals recommend
Mercier Orchards
8660 Blue Ridge DrThe area’s original family orchard offering a wide variety of seasonal fruit and ciders. Their fried pies are absolutely legendary…and don’t worry…the line to get them moves fast.
One of the best lakes in the southeast! Created as part of the TVA, the natural beauty of the surrounding shoreline and ample water activities make this lake a magnet for both locals and travelers alike.
Blue Ridge Lake
One of the best lakes in the southeast! Created as part of the TVA, the natural beauty of the surrounding shoreline and ample water activities make this lake a magnet for both locals and travelers alike.
Are you a believer? Get your Squatch on at this one of a kind experience.
131 locals recommend
EXPEDITION:BIGFOOT! The Sasquatch Museum
1934 GA-515Are you a believer? Get your Squatch on at this one of a kind experience.
A neat spot to play the silver ball and enjoy a cocktail while trying to be a kid again…or a competitive adult!
Vertigo Pinball
A neat spot to play the silver ball and enjoy a cocktail while trying to be a kid again…or a competitive adult!
Fun place for a walkabout, great hospitality with truckloads of metal yard art!
7 locals recommend
The Zoo Groovy Metal Yard Art
8341 Lakewood HighwayFun place for a walkabout, great hospitality with truckloads of metal yard art!
Great selection of unique gifts, food accessories, games, tools and everything in between!
Chester’s Provisions
Great selection of unique gifts, food accessories, games, tools and everything in between!
Canoe
624 E Main StWoman centric gifts, clothing, books, leather items and unique finds!
OAR Finer Goods
Man centric gifts, books, leather items and unique finds!
Flavored olive oils and infused balsamic vinegars. Let their friendly staff steer you toward a perfect paring...its fun and tasty!
24 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company
511 E Main StFlavored olive oils and infused balsamic vinegars. Let their friendly staff steer you toward a perfect paring...its fun and tasty!
Mountain Treasures
14 N Main StUnique gifts, locally flavored finds, and great hospitality!
Traveler advice
Customs and culture
Respect the locals and drive responsibly and respectfully.
Blue Ridge has grown extensively over the years and one of the best things about the North Georgia Mountains are the genuinely kind and authentic people. Drive patiently and be part of the mountain hospitality!
Getting around
You’re on Mountain Time
The pace isn’t in a hurry, enjoy the experience of blending into Mountain Time.
Customs and culture
The water tastes great!
Fannin County’s water system provides some of the best tasting and healthiest “tap” water you’ll find. Many private wells also provide this same high quality water.
Don't miss
Trout Fishing is second to none!
Fannin County is actually the “Trout Capital” of Georgia and you don’t have to be a pro either. There are many easily accessed fishing spots to enjoy the sport.