Where to eat

Great Local Eats

From lakeside dining inside the gate to Jasper’s best BBQ and farm-to-table — our favorite tables near the nest.

Inside the gate

Dining without ever leaving Big Canoe.

Inside the Big Canoe Clubhouse dining room

Big Canoe Clubhouse

Big Canoe · inside the gate

Upscale American dining overlooking Lake Sconti — the community’s special-occasion table, with a view to match.

Black Bear Pub & Tavern in Big Canoe

Black Bear Pub & Tavern

Big Canoe · inside the gate

Relaxed pub fare, cold drinks, and a friendly neighborhood feel — an easy walk-in after a day on the lake.

Minutes from the gate

Right outside the North Gate, a short drive from the house.

Lucky Hare Restaurant & Bar in Marble Hill

Lucky Hare Restaurant & Bar

North Gate Station · Marble Hill

Your neighborhood kitchen just outside the North Gate. European-inspired dishes made from fresh ingredients and cooked to order, plus craft cocktails and a deep wine list at The Marble Bar (happy hour 4–6 pm).

Night Train Pizza in Marble Hill

Night Train Pizza

North Gate Station · Marble Hill

New York‑style 14-inch pies made to order with dough made fresh daily, plus wings, giant calzones, subs, and smashburgers. Dine in, pick up, or use the drive-thru on your way back to the house.

Dinner at Home Restaurant

Home Restaurant

Marble Hill · reservations only

A family-owned, reservation-only dining room run by Chef John Lupi and his family since 2015, serving creative dishes built on local and premium ingredients. Book ahead for a special night out.

Marble Hill

Along Foothills Parkway in Marble Hill, for casual bites any time of day.

Pancakes at Huddle House

Huddle House

Foothills Pkwy · Marble Hill

Any meal, any time. A classic Southern diner for a hearty breakfast of pancakes, waffles, and hash browns before a day on the trails, or a late-night bite after.

Marble Hill Tavern

Foothills Pkwy · Marble Hill

A lively bar and grill for game days and good times, with lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch (Sat–Sun 9–2). Try the shrimp & Gouda grits, steak & eggs, or a loaded Bloody Mary.

Tacos at Fuego Mexican Grill

Fuego Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar

Foothills Pkwy · Marble Hill

Family-owned and festive, with street-style tacos, sizzling fajitas, fresh guacamole, and house-made margaritas. Ask about a tequila flight from the big tequila selection.

Downtown Jasper

About 15 minutes away — the biggest cluster of local favorites.

The Old Mulehouse in downtown Jasper

The Old Mulehouse

Downtown Jasper · ~15 min

A modern take on the neighborhood tavern on Main Street, with a creative American menu, signature mules, craft cocktails, and Georgia beer and wine. They host live music from time to time, so check their Music & Events calendar before you go.

The Carriage House restaurant in Jasper

The Carriage House

Downtown Jasper · ~15 min

A Main Street favorite for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, with patio seating and carryout, too.

A dish at 61 Main in Jasper

61 Main

Downtown Jasper · ~15 min

Beloved farm-to-table lunch spot serving seasonal cuisine from locally sourced products, with a rotating market menu, creative cocktails, and sustainable wines. Lunch is served Mon, Wed & Fri, 11:30–3:30.

Barbecue platter at Bub-Ba-Q

Bub-Ba-Q

Jasper · ~15 min

Award-winning smoked meats, with ribs, pulled pork, and brisket plus all the classic sides. Open Tue–Sun (closed Mondays).

The Last Catch

Downtown Jasper · ~15 min

Seaside dining in the mountains. This family-run spot brings Charleston-style coastal seafood to North Georgia: think she-crab soup and Gulf white shrimp, plus prime rib on Friday and Saturday nights from 4 pm.

Hours and days change with the mountain seasons — we recommend calling ahead or checking online before you head out. Tap View on map for directions, hours, and phone numbers.

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