Welcome to The Clayton Cafe, a trusted Restaurant in Clayton, GA, known for great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. With a 4.60 rating from 990 reviews, we’re proud to offer Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty, Breakfast for every guest.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at The Clayton Cafe
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Buttermilk, Sweet Potato, Banana Nut, Chocolate Chip, Blueberry
Traditional
Served with Strawberries, Powdered Sugar and Whipped Cream
(Gravy)
House Biscuit & Sausage Gravy, Eggs Your Way, Home Fries OR Stoneground Cheese Grits, Sausage OR Bacon
Choose your Cheese
Chicken Tinga, Onions, Peppers, Monterey Cheese, Topped with Salsa & Mexican Crema
Ham, Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes
Shaved Philly Steak, Onions, Peppers, and Cheese
Spinach, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Onions, Peppers, White Cheddar
Crab Meat, Shrimp, Tomatoes, White Cheddar, Hollandaise Sauce, Dusted with Old Bay Seasoning
Canadian Bacon, English Muffin, Poached Egg, Hollandaise Sauce
Spinach, Roma Tomatoes, English Muffin, Poached Egg, Hollandaise Sauce
Fried Green Tomato, English Muffin, Poached Egg, Hollandaise Sauce
Crab Cake, English Muffin, Poached Egg, Hollandaise Sauce
Everything Bagel Toast, Eggs Your Way, Bacon, Pimento Cheese
Philly Steak, Sautéed Onions, Bacon, American Cheese, White Toast
Sausage, Egg, Cheese, Onions & Peppers, Salsa
Buttermilk Waffle, Crispy Fried Chicken, Fresh Fruit, Maple Syrup, Bacon or Sausage
House Biscuit, Tomato Jam, Fried Chicken, Sausage Gravy, Pickles, Home Fries
5oz Flat Iron Steak, Cowboy Butter, Scrambled Cheesy Eggs, Home Fries
Everything Bagel Toast, Avocado Puree, Over Easy Egg, Feta Cheese, Paprika, Cherry Tomatoes
Served with Home Fries or Cheesy Grits
Two Crispy Tortillas, Refried Beans, Chicken Tinga, Over Easy Egg, Roasted Tomato Salsa
Whipped Vanilla Honey Butter
Cheesy Grits, Melted Pimento Cheese, Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Served with Cornbread
House Made Hummus, Cucumbers, Celery, Paprika, Pesto, Toasted Pita
Served with Ranch Dressing
Served with Marinara Sauce
Served with Horseradish Sauce
Served with Ranch Dressing
Served with Ranch Dressing
Served with Ranch Dressing
(12 and Under) All Meals Include Beverage. Choose One Side
(12 and Under) All Meals Include Beverage. Choose One Side
(12 and Under) All Meals Include Beverage. Choose One Side
Bacon or Sausage. (12 and Under) All Meals Include Beverage. Choose One Side
Bacon, Maple Syrup. (12 and Under) All Meals Include Beverage. Choose One Side
Bacon, Fresh Fruit, Maple Syrup. (12 and Under) All Meals Include Beverage. Choose One Side
Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Mr. Pibb, Lemonade. (Complimentary Refills on Soda, Tea and Coffee)
Sweet Southern, Unsweet, Arnold Palmer. (Complimentary Refills on Soda, Tea and Coffee)
Orange, Apple. (8oz.) (Complimentary Refills on Soda, Tea and Coffee)
(Complimentary Refills on Soda, Tea and Coffee)
(8oz.) (Complimentary Refills on Soda, Tea and Coffee)
(All Platters Served with Corn Muffin and Your Choice of Two Sides)
(All Platters Served with Corn Muffin and Your Choice of Two Sides)
(All Platters Served with Corn Muffin and Your Choice of Two Sides)
(All Platters Served with Corn Muffin and Your Choice of Two Sides)
(All Platters Served with Corn Muffin and Your Choice of Two Sides)
(All Platters Served with Corn Muffin and Your Choice of Two Sides)
(All Platters Served with Corn Muffin and Your Choice of Two Sides)
Crispy Chicken Tenders, Spinach & Romaine Lettuce, Hard Boiled Eggs, Cheddar Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Choose your Dressing. (add Chicken-$7, Salmon - $9 or Shrimp - $9-Blackened, Grilled or Fried). Dressing Choices-Ranch, Blue Cheese, Thousand Island, Tomato Vinaigrette, Oil and Vinegar, Caesar
(Chicken Salad), (Tomato, Cucumber & Onion Salad), (Two Potato Salad) Toasted Pita. (add Chicken-$7, Salmon - $9 or Shrimp - $9-Blackened, Grilled or Fried). Dressing Choices-Ranch, Blue Cheese, Thousand Island, Tomato Vinaigrette, Oil and Vinegar, Caesar
Feta, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Green Peppers, Olive Oil, Red Wine Vinegar, Oregano. (add Chicken-$7, Salmon - $9 or Shrimp - $9-Blackened, Grilled or Fried). Dressing Choices-Ranch, Blue Cheese, Thousand Island, Tomato Vinaigrette, Oil and Vinegar, Caesar
Lettuce Wedge, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Bacon, Tomatoes, Balsamic Glaze, Served with Blue Cheese Dressing. (add Chicken-$7, Salmon - $9 or Shrimp - $9-Blackened, Grilled or Fried). Dressing Choices-Ranch, Blue Cheese, Thousand Island, Tomato Vinaigrette, Oil and Vinegar, Caesar
LTO, Pickles, American Cheese, Caramelized Onion Aioli. (Comes with Your Choice of Side)
Sautéed Onions, Swiss Cheese, Rye Bread. (Comes with Your Choice of Side)
Marinated Crispy Chicken, Honey Mustard, Pickles, Shredded Lettuce, American Cheese. (Comes with Your Choice of Side)
Grilled Sourdough, Bacon, FGT, Homemade Pimento Cheese, Lettuce. (Comes with Your Choice of Side)
Shaved Philly Steak, Onions, Peppers, Mushrooms, Cheese. (Comes with Your Choice of Side)
Guava Preserves, American, Served on Texas Toast. (Comes with Your Choice of Side)
Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Russian Dressing, Swiss Cheese, Served on Rye Bread. (Comes with Your Choice of Side)
Creamy Dill & Grape Chicken Salad, Candied Pecans on Wheat Berry Toast. (Comes with Your Choice of Side)
Choose Any Four Sides. (Served with Cornbread)
Flakey Herb Crust, Creamy Chicken w/Peas, Carrots, Celery, Thyme (Served with Your Choice of One Side). (Served with Cornbread)
Hand Breaded Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy (Served with Your Choice of Two Sides). (Served with Cornbread)
10 oz. Chopped Steak, Mushrooms, Onions, Peppers, Brown Gravy (Served with Your Choice of Two Sides). (Served with Cornbread)
Choice of Ranch or Honey Mustard (Served with Your Choice of Two Sides). (Served with Cornbread)
Chipotle Sauce (Served with Your Choice of Two Sides). (Served with Cornbread)
Fried Chicken Livers, Chipotle Sauce (Served with Your Choice of Two Sides). (Served with Cornbread)
Served with Tartar Sauce (Served with Your Choice of Two Sides). (Served with Cornbread)
Blackened or Honey Glazed (Served with Your Choice of Two Sides). (Served with Cornbread)
Lemon Pepper or Blackened (Served with Your Choice of Two Sides). (Served with Cornbread)
Hear from our valued guests
We visit Clayton Café regularly and are always excited to try any new items they add to the menu! There’s honestly nothing we haven’t loved, which is why we keep coming back. The best part? They treat you like family. Whether you're there for breakfast or lunch, there's always something delicious to satisfy your cravings. The service perfectly matches the charm of this beautiful mountain town. Today, we had the All-Star Breakfast and Classic Benedict, so yummy! We’re definitely customers for life!
Visited family in Clayton Ga today. We decided to pop in to Clayton Cafe & Market and we were all very pleased with the experience! From the appetizers to the entrees they definitely did not disappoint! I’ve never had a club sandwich this massive for such a great price! Everyone got something different from the menu and everyone had nothing negative to say about their experience. The service was amazing as well as the great atmosphere that they provided. We all had a wonderful time and will definitely stop in when we’re in town again!
Great place to eat me and my wife stopped on our back from North Carolina delicious food thank you for all yall do. We will definitely be back.
We loved this off the beaten path little place. Food was amazing with very generous portions. The waitresses were all very friendly and nice.
This little local restaurant was the best meal we had in Clayton GA! The food was delicious and service was fantastic! They close at 3 so make sure to get there early! The restaurant was clean and had a nice atmosphere for being a crowded restaurant!
The food is soo delicious. The seating is a little tight though However, the food is super high quality and affordable. I got the buffalo chicken sandwich with mac and cheese. My soul left my body it was SO good. The service is great, the workers are really friendly and approachable :) The atmosphere is very nice, the whole space is gorgeous and clean.
Excellent restaurant. Friendly staff. Food has great flavor and good portion size. Our table had chicken and dumplings, BLT (with fried green tomato), chicken pot pie, and chicken biscuit. All were good.
Another great gem in Clayton Georgia! This quaint Cafe has a great history. Opened in 1931 in a building that first served as the local Trailways Bus station, the Clayton Cafe is the landmark eatery in Clayton. Friendly service, hometown vibe. Great food!! I recommend the pumpkin pancakes or the cornbeef hash!!
We enjoyed our meal here. They were busy but kept cleaning and reseating the next guest. They did a great job! Their friend green tomato does have a spice to it that we were not expecting.
We visit friends in Franklin NC every year and took a trip down to Clayton as we were visiting waterfalls. The Clayton Cafe is a great place to stop in for a quick bite. All of our food was amazing but I was blown away by the fried chicken sandwich. Hot, crispy, juicy, tender, well seasoned, and LARGE! Definitely one of the best chicken sandwiches I’ve ever had. Come with a big appetite or enjoy your leftovers later. The staff was great and took great care of us. The restaurant as a whole was just outstanding and we will make this a yearly stop. Thank you Clayton Cafe!!!!
Common questions about The Clayton Cafe
The Clayton Cafe is located at 48 N Main St, Clayton, GA 30525, United States, Clayton, GA, United States.
You can reach The Clayton Cafe by calling +1 706-212-2233.
The Clayton Cafe has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 990 customer reviews.
The Clayton Cafe features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Clayton Cafe features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
The Clayton Cafe features the following highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty.
The Clayton Cafe features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
The Clayton Cafe features the following offerings: Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Small plates, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
The Clayton Cafe features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
The Clayton Cafe features the following amenities: Bar on site, Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
The Clayton Cafe features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Trendy.
The Clayton Cafe features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space.
The Clayton Cafe features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
The Clayton Cafe features the following payments: Cheques, Credit cards, Debit cards.
The Clayton Cafe features the following children: Good for kids, Has changing table(s), High chairs, Kids' menu.
The Clayton Cafe features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
The Clayton Cafe features the following pets: Dogs allowed, Dogs allowed outside.
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