Where to eat: the 11 best restaurants in Rising Fawn

Second time at Canyon Grill — still a great experience! This is my second time dining at Canyon Grill, and it was another great visit. The customer service is consistently friendly, and the food is just as impressive. I had the salmon — cooked good — and got to try a bit of the fried mushrooms, which were delicious. The salad was fresh and tasty too. Overall, a very satisfying experience. I'm giving it a 4/5 for now, only because I want to try more from their menu before giving a full 5 stars. Looking forward to coming back again soon

One of our favorites whenever we are near Chattanooga. Slash and Burn Catfish is amazing! Best coconut cake you'll find. My new discovery was the chocolate amaretto cake. Fantastic!!!

Food was excellent. Service was spot on. They sat us in the left dinning room, but it was loud. They gladly moved us to the right dinning room and we enjoyed our visit. We thought there would be a view because of the address:).

Had the Johnny Three Fingers old fashioned, the 16oz Ribeye and the Strawberry Blue cheese salad. Steak was perfect medium just as I ordered.

Canyon Grill is an absolute gem! We started with the fried mushroom appetizer — perfectly done with a light, crispy breading that had a great crunch without being soggy. The horseradish dipping sauce was the perfect compliment. For dinner, I had the grilled Gulf shrimp — jumbo, butterflied, and seasoned just right. The garlic mashed potatoes on the side were hot, creamy, and delicious. My wife ordered the almond roasted chicken with honey and she loved it. We couldn’t resist dessert and finished with the coconut cake and French press coffee — both outstanding and the perfect way to end the meal. The service was stellar, the food was top-notch, and the ambiance was warm and inviting. This is truly a hidden gem that feels like it’s in the middle of nowhere, but really, it’s in the perfect spot. Absolutely worth the drive. Highly recommend!

Very nice atmosphere. Food & service was amazing. Can't wait to go back soon.

Great re southern restaurant,not fancy but the food 😋 is so good 👍 😋

Great surprise! Fried catfish night was a big hit with all of us. The best was dessert: AMARETTO PIE! It's proudly made there and was incredible! 1 serving was enough for everyone - but I would go back there for another helping ANYTIME. Very nice server who gave great recommendations. (Photos of entire pie - i just had to see it! WOW)

We stopped for breakfast and it was perfect for us. Coffee was a smooth and hot. I got the bacon omelette with a biscuit. Biscuit was soft and yummy. Hubby got the Lookout breakfast with biscuits and gravy, and there was nothing left in his plate.everything was good. Can’t wait to come back for dessert. They have pies 😳

This place is perfect for breakfast, especially when you're out riding your motorcycle. We came here based on Google reviews. The waitress was super attentive, even though there were a lot of us, and she treated us all with kindness and respect, and that captivated all of us bikers. We hope to return next year.

We stopped on our way out from camping at Cloudland Canyon. Our server was a young woman who was very attentive. The food is very reasonably priced. We saw they offer family meal options too - just call ahead. We enjoyed the old photos on the walls too.

One of the best philly cheese steak sandwiches I have had! The crinkle fries were just right also! My wife had the grilled chicken salad and it was huge and the two deviled eggs were a delicious surprise! Service was quick and friendly! Highly recommend!

Up here for a week for vacation. Read the reviews, went to some shops and heard it really good. We all went for breakfast. Took server a while to get to the table. She was nice but she said she didn’t eat any of the stuff we asked about. Got pancakes and they were so dry when we cut into the they just crumbled. Hash brown were nothing but grease. Like from all the others meats they had cooked. Paid $70+ for 4 people and it wasn’t good at all except for the biscuits. Wouldn’t go back there if I really had to.

This quaint little cafe is located just a little ways down the road from Cloudland State Park. A cute little place with good ol country cooking & friendly service. We chose the meat & two sides and were completely satisfied with the taste and quantity of food. It might not look like a lot of food but were we stuffed.

A great place for oven fire pizza. Flavors were great and came out very hot. Seating is a little limited but we were served quickly. If you hike the canyon, it is a nice place to stop on your way home.

Its hard to find wood fire pizza joints, and especially hard to find them in remote locations and making a good pie. Their dough is fairly thin and with a good chew, their pizza sauce is really good and worth getting an extra side for dipping. If I could offer any suggestions it would be offering more menu items, and the price is a little high. These pizzas aren't huge and at roughfly $20 a pie, its pricey. Definitely not a pizza joint for feeding a family.

Amended: I do have to recognize the owner for reaching out, aplogizing, and refunding me in full. It didn't meet his standards and he was accountable. 👏🏻 Outrageous. Coming from a New Yorker $17.50 for a tiny pizza with minimal ingredients. This would be an upscale price in NYC but worse quality. Def overpriced, especially for where it is. Pizza came with "garlic" and was just garlic powder. Also skimped on the grilled onions. The ingredients are mediocre at best. Only positive it was decently tossed and cooked.

Really good pizza, was warm inside the building. No fountain drinks on single serve cans. Wood fired taste is the attraction for me.

We woke up to a downpour rainy day at Cloudland Canyon, so decided to go grab some pizza at Lookout. Small little building with a wood oven. It is a BYOB place, so got a coke and ordered a Sophia and two Popes for the four of us. The pizzas were delicious and we ate almost all but 2 pieces to take back to the campsite. Of the two pizza, I would pic the Pope with the three meats that soaked into the crust. Highly recommend this pizza place if you are in the area and sit on the outside porch if the weather is nice.

Their pizzas are fantastic. This is a somewhat limited menu as there aren’t pastas or other selections but if you are in the mood for pizza this is the place. We loved the outdoor setting and there was live acoustic music.

The pizza was so good. People were friendly. The pizza came out surprisingly fast. We are from out of town but will be visiting next time we visit.

Stopped in to get some lunch. Had to wait quite a while for the food but it was worth the wait. It was so good. Will definitely get lunch here again if in the area while working. Most of the exterior and interior is the same a the previous owners had it but the big change that I welcome is that it’s brighter and more open. The new owners are nice and welcoming.

Horrible food. Spicy chicken sandwich was So Salty and dry as a bone, onion rings were cold and greasy. Upset my stomach. For this price do yourself a favor and go to the Cafe next door.

Im gonna give you the good, the bad, and the ugly. The good: The family that runs the Canyon Quick Stop is friendly and polite. The dining area serves fresh cooked grill food items and offers a seating area for folks to sit down and enjoy a warm meal. The owners seem like decent people. The bad: The parking lot and the gas/diesel pumps.. I dont know if this is an Indian thing or what, but many service station stores Ive been to that are owned and operated by Indian folks seem to always have very rough, pot-holed, broken-to-pieces parking lots. The Canyon Quick Stop is no exception. This particular store is also due for a gasoline/diesel pump upgrade..Maybe fifty years due. The ugly: the bathrooms. Once again, this seems to be a common theme with the Indian franchises. I don’t know if it’s a matter of having been accustomed to another standard elsewhere in the world, but in the U.S. its considered good business to have a well made, smooth parking lot and a clean restroom for the public you serve. Overall it’s an ok pit-stop, not at all great. It doesn’t have to be. It’s the only option you have on Hwy 136 at the top of Lookout Mnt.

If you are looking for local craft beers like I was, come here! Great selection compared to the local area.

We own a vacation home on Lookout Mt. not far from here, and whenever we are visiting, we make it a point to grab lunch at the quick stop grill. Missy makes the best hamburgers in Dade County!

Good place to stop for breakfast when visiting Cloudland. Nothing fancy - well prepared eggs, bacon, etc. at a fair price. Would definitely go back.

Great place for a quick bite to eat! Gabriel cooked the patty melt to perfection. Five stars!

Absolutely beautiful date night spot! So pretty! Love the fireplace inside. The bar area is really nice. Definitely recommend making reservations. The mussel appetizer was so good!

Celebrating 2 in 1 My B-Day & mother's Day.. The service at restaurant was Awesone! I got a great time. The Manager @ night name Jacob is excellent!" The staff is polite and attentive, going above and beyond to provide a wonderful eating experience. Definitely recommended. Thanks 😊

Loved our time at the Creag. The view is excellent, and the steak was made to perfection. I ordered the rib eye, a little pricey but you do get a great portion and it is what you’d expect in a place like this. My wife ordered the chicken with pesto pasta and it was also wonderful. Portions are quite big so if you are not that hungry, you can easily share. We nearly took half of our food home. The resort offers shuttles to the hotel and common area. It’s a great place to hang out, grab a drink and enjoy the view.

I stopped by The Creag in North Georgia last night while traveling to visit family friends, and it was absolutely fantastic. The food was amazing! I started with the house soup, which was delicious, and then had the veal chop. The portion was huge and cooked perfectly! I also tried one of their cocktails, and it was really tasty and well-balanced and refreshing. Our waitress was wonderful and super friendly, attentive, and clearly great at her job. The whole experience felt relaxed but elevated at the same time. Definitely a place I’d recommend to anyone passing through the area or looking for a great meal in North Georgia!

We really enjoyed our visit to The Creag at McLemore. Our waitress was great, super helpful, and friendly. Our meal was fantastic, and you can't beat the view! I recommend trying their hushpuppies and cioppino, so yummy!

It's a beautiful place, and our food was excellent. We had veal, trout, tenders, and a chocolate chip cookie for dessert.

Went for lunch and probably the best thing I had was one of their signature cocktails. The mussels lacked in spice and flavor, you could see the slices of peppers, but no heat was infushed into the broth. The special, "smoked chicken salad sandwhich", was another sad let down. I know they have a smoker out back, but it wasn't lit; so either it was smoked earlier in the week or they used regular chicken salad and added liquid smoke. Regardless, the only reminessence of smoke was the description on the menu. Lets move on to the blackened fish sandwhich, again not sure if the chef is afraid of bold flavors but this was flat at best. If you have a blackened protein AND horseradish tartar sauce and you don't feel any residual kick or spice, then you need to probably tweak something. The view and cocktails amazing, I just wish the food could match.

Delicious food cooked when you order! If you leave here hungry, it's your own fault! They don't skimp on portions or quality. The prices are very affordable as well!

Absolutely amazing southern/home cooking ! The cornerstone burger was a work of art and The lemon pie was to die for, not to mention how at home the owners and staff made us feel ! We will be returning in the near future ☺️

A hidden gem of Dade County! In my opinion, it is the best restaurant in the area. I have been looking at the reviews for a bit and decided to try it out. The cheese burger was juicy and taste amazing. The tots and okra were the best I have had, and the Italian Cream Cake was the best Ever!! The cream cake taste like it came from an old fashion bakery and was so much better than what some of the local chains and stores have. Additionally, what made it the best was the service. The folks are so friendly and helpful. They shared that they do yea parties and character events. When this COVID-19 mess let’s up, I will be taking my kids there to enjoy. Please don’t hesitate, visit, or at least call in an order and pick it up!

Real home cooking. Small but wonderful view. Service was friendly and very helpful.

If you are ever in the area this is a must stop spot! If your tired of the same old chain restaurants, or the bougie impersonal downtown dining, and instead have found yourself missing, or searching, for that downhome familier afteroon aroma, that nap on a porchwing, Sunday dinner at Grandmas kind of meal. You know your search is over when you turn into the parking lot (or driveway rather) that sits in front of this simple red wood home charading as a restaurant. With its covered wood front porch, the wind chimes and nik nacs placed in no particular arrangement, and that soft quiet you only get in the south; Penny and Kent welcome you in as you are to rest your bones and feed your old soul. Any review you read you will find Amazing things being said about the food, owners, environment, and prices. Praises that repeat across all the experiences people have shared. Kent doesn't pretend about the fact that his Cornerstone restaurant caters to a certain character of people and the occasional wanderlust couple on a journey of nostalgia (me and my man), it wasn't ever ment to be a "popular" spot or the type of place that offers matching coffee cups and displays a "please wait to be seated" sign. It's where the simple southern man can hang his hat, where the famished farmer can rest his calloused hands and get a meal who wants needs to somethin that smells like his mama cooked it, and where the "Hangry" trucker can finally eat a meal made from love not preservatives. You will not just leave with a full belly if you go visit Penny and Kent's Cornerstone restaurant, you walk out with memories, an experience worth sharing, and a feeling that you are leaving somewhere very special and near extinct. Please mention to Kent that you stopped in after reading some reviews on Google Maps, he didn't even know past patrons wrote about his place, let alone that they spoke so lovingly and positively about their experiences.

The bbq sauce is very tasty, hamburgers that will not disappoint. Great service. I don't have any complaints

We had pulled pork which was great. The baked beans were not hot but the other sides were good. Service wasn't great but they were short staffed. She was hustling to take care of everyone. And they were friendly and welcoming. We'll be back next time we're in the area.

From beginning to end the dining experience at Auld was impeccable. The hostess, server, bartender, GM and chef wowed us constantly throughout our meal. I recommend trying a little bit of everything and to share with friends so you can experience it all! Treat yourself and go try this incredible restaurant.

Our server Emily was great she was personable and professional. The food was amazing and Emily knew every answer to all the questions we had on the menu. It made for an amazing anniversary dinner.

While staying at Cloudland to celebrate or wedding anniversary we chose to dine at Auld Alliance twice, there were just too many menu options for one dinner(LOL) Our meals on both nights were fantastic and the service both nights was excellent both Emily and Carrie went above and beyond to make our evening special.

We (6 people) had a wonderful experience at the Auld Alliance. Loki was our waiter and was amazing. He was attentive, communicative and a wonderful personality! We were a loud and animated bunch and he just rolled with the punches! The food was fantastic. I highly recommend the Scottish Mashed Potatoes and Rosemary Fries for a side. You will not be disappointed. Most of us did filets and my husband and his friend shared a 30oz Ribeye that was delicious! Don’t skip this one at McLemore Reaort!

We enjoyed our dinner at Auld Alliance! Scottish twist on staple dishes and it definitely didn’t disappoint. Chef Christopher outdid himself and we look forward to our next trip to Cloudland!

OMG! I love everything my mouth touched. Our waitress , Emily!!!! She was simply amazing. She was so quick and had the best recommendations .Please try Rumbledethumps and Textures of chocolate if you come! And the view was absolutely gorgeous. 10 out of 10!!

Emily, our server, was wonderful!!! The food was excellent and the service by Emily was top notch! Thanks to Emily for a wonderful experience!! 😊 our bartender Carrie and Deedee were amazing, as well!!! Truly the best experience 🩷

2nd time there. First time I gave them a pass. 2nd time there still the same exact thing.. counter was DIRTY they did not wipe the counter down and also the veggies had other veggies mix in the bowls that shouldn’t have been.. and the guy slid my sub over in a gunk of mess that was just terrible

please pay attention to customers. Don’t do things automatically. Do not use my reward points, means take care of what customers are requesting.

It’s hard these days to find good help and especially at a truck stop. But at this place I found to be very good and polite. Food was very good at this location and staff had a friendly smile. They kept a the dinning area clean and stocked as well

Stopped in for a quick meal while traveling. The location also has a area that serves pizza, pasta, and hot wings. However, unfortunately, was not serving this day. Ended up going with subway.

Was very nice and quick on getting my food

This is located inside the Pilot Truck Stop. When you stop to eat at a place in a truck stop - sometimes you really don't know what to expect. The Subway here was great. Clean, friendly employees and no waiting to fix a great sandwich. It was a good experience.

They was hair in my food , not clean

The menu had a good variety of interesting choices. To start, we had the smoky mac n cheese and lump crab hush puppies. The mac and cheese was just ok until you got one of the rare pieces of bacon, which really elevated the flavor. The lump crap hush puppies are a little harder to describe. They were definitely not the consistency of a traditional hush puppy...they were softer? More moist? For my main course, I had the flat-iron steak. The steak was just ok. I would have appreciated a more seasoned meat. The chimichurri was not enough to elevate the flavor for me. We also had the beef short ribs with grits. This seemed an interesting pairing, but was actually pretty tasty with the vinegrette reduction. We ate outside and the temperature was for the most part very nice. It actually started to get a little chilly later on in the night. The mountain view while dining was picturesque and made the experience that more enjoyable. Definitely recommend. We also dined here for brunch and had the French Toast. This entree was a miss for me. The menu suggested that the bread was "thick-sliced" brioche, but the slices seemed quite thin to me. The flavor of the french toast was quite good, but I'm not a fan of a more custardy textured toast. It rings as soggy to me. I understand there are those who like this, but it's just not my preference. I would order again. Overall, the experience was great and the food was ok. If the food was on par with the experience, it would be perfect.

I absolutely loved my experience at Croft! The ambiance is upscale but comfortable. The bartenders, Nicole and Kindle, were so friendly from the time I arrived to the time I left. Their skill at mixology showed through the drinks I was served. Their kale caesar salad was a flavorful take on a classic dish. I ordered the steak. The peppercorn crust provided a great texture and the sauce was a wonderful compliment to the dish. The views are outstanding. I would highly recommend spending some time here.

Service and food was great we ate breakfast and dinner here.breakfast was quiet and dinnner was a bit loud but still nice. The staff was great and the restaurant decor fits the hotel well. The food was great. I recommend the crab cake for an appetizer 😎. I had the chicken for dinner and my wife had the bison steak. Both prepared well. Breakfast was good with quick service.

Enjoyed our dinner at the Croft! Great service, atmosphere, food, but the views! Thank you to Trey, Marcus, Logan and Jacob who were all super attentive during our stay. Looking forward to our next trip to Cloudland!

Celebrated my wife’s birthday with a wonderful meal at Croft. Bison strip and tile fish were perfect! Reduction sauce on the strip was as good as any I’ve ever tasted. The chocolate ice cream bar we shared for dessert melted in our mouths. Espresso martini was spot on. The hit of the evening however, as is usually the case when you have a perfect night out, was the staff, in particular our server Victoria. The very best. There when we needed her without our ever telling her we needed her. How does that happen. A genuinely kind, professional young lady who became our friend in a matter of moments. Look forward to our next visit. Kudos to the chef and the kitchen staff! You folks really know what you’re doing.

Love this resort!! Breakfast was top notch Benedict and French toast! Jalapeño bacon was off the chain!! Enjoyed a great dinner tonight! We both had the Scottish salmon wrapped in country ham. Every part was spot on. Our server, Logan, was both friendly and knowledgeable with his recommendations! He would earn the 5 stars by himself! Then the strawberry shortcake to finish off a great dinner! The resort is peaceful and breathtaking. Such a great getaway! We will definitely be back. All the staff were incredible!

I had a delightful dinner at Croft at Cloudland the service was stellar, with Marcus and Logan offering wonderful recommendations. The Pink Clouds cocktail was amazing, and the views were simply breathtaking. Briley leads a fantastic team I will definitely be back! Food was immaculate! Highly recommend the Brick Roasted Chicken.

Not a good experience at all. Our server was not making our experience any better. Very slow service, our server was not friendly at all and the menu is too expensive for a poolside cafe. Charged 16$ for a plain hotdog for kids! Oh, and valet only - and didn’t inform us that it would be $16 to park! Won’t be back to Skyside. Love McClemore but not this place.

Worst dining experience I have had in a long time. Service was slow, not accommodating, and overall bad. Will not be back. Oh, and it is valet only and there is an automatic $16 charge to retrieve your car. But they will not warn you of that!

Got the Labneh, grouper sandwich, and Shrimp Tacos

Excellent food excellent views a place to be calm & service was great.

Had the fish sandwich and it was excellent!

Had a nice lunch here! It was a beautiful day to enjoy the patio and views!! We had a grouper sandwich and the shrimp bowl. Both were good although the grouper was pretty well fried and salted a little too much for my taste. The bowl was good as were the lovely cocktails!!