THE AREA
Mentone is a small town with a big heart, renowned for its peaceful ambiance and stunning landscapes. With its cool mountain air and lush greenery, it serves as a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The town boasts a unique blend of rustic charm and Southern hospitality, making it a favorite destination for nature lovers, artists, and anyone seeking a tranquil retreat.
RESTAURANTS
The Wildflower Cafe
MENTONE, AL
Known for their tomato pie entree or appetizer and eclectic atmosphere. BYOB. yep that's right, bring your own beer or bottle of wine. They will give you a glass and an opener so you can enjoy your drink of choice. Wildflower offers brunch on Sundays.
The Hatter Cafe
MENTONE, AL
The Hatter Cafe is a whimsical experience the moment you walk in the door inspired by Alice In Wonderland. The Hatter Cafe serves delicious breakfast and lunch. If you call a day in advance, you can get high tea for breakfast.
Rib Shak
FORT PAYNE, AL
The best barbecue in town and great service. The Rib Shak serves delicious pulled pork, chicken, burgers ribs, you name it! Try their Soul Taco- Flat Cornbread with pulled pork, slaw, and pickles.
The Crushed Tomato
SUMMERVILLE, GA
A local favorite for New York style and brick oven pizza. Everything on the menu will leave you satisfied while leaving room for their tasty ice cream. Our go to is the meatball appetizer, Hypocrite pizza, and their black cherry ice cream.
Canyon Grill
RISING FAWN, GA
The Creag is part of the McLemore Golf Club. Enjoy beautiful views and a bite to eat after a round of golf or come for dinner to enjoy a nice meal. They have concert series and events.
Elevation Bistro
MENTONE, AL
Farm-to-table restaurant sources all food from local farms. The chef changes up the menu based on what produce and meats he is able to get in season. Elevation is the only place in town that makes specialty drinks -- we highly suggest the cranberry margarita.
Seabolt's Taco Truck
MENTONE, AL
Noah serves a variety of family recipes from his Airstream within the eclectic gardens of Moon Lake Trading Post. Enjoy delicious tacos next to a bald cypress or beautiful azaleas and hydrangeas. He makes specialty items throughout the year!
Tiger's Inn
VALLEY HEAD, AL
A local hotspot. Country Breakfast, Meat and 3 for Lunch and Sunday Brunch!
Menlo Restaurant
MENLO, GA
Hole in the wall restaurant that is a local go to for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Has something on the menu for everyone-- highly recommend the chicken nuggets for kids. Enjoy sitting down with the Menlo Locals or quick service if you need to get it to go. CASH ONLY!!
Mentone Market
MENTONE, AL
Renovated gas station and convenience store that doubles as a restaurant with beer and wine. This is a go to spot during the week to grab a quick bite, delicious pizza, or hang out to get to know the people that make Mentone so great. Tuesday is Taco Night.
Vintage 1889
FORT PAYNE, AL
Vintage 1889 was originally an old mill that they turned into a 3 story antique shop and restaurant. Live music is played most Thursday-Saturday nights. Great burgers and atmosphere. Most unique item on the menu is the Jesse Burger... doughnuts instead of bun.
Willow Tree Grill
SUMMERVILLE, GA
Family Style Restaurant and bar. Open most days for lunch and dinner. We recommend trying their steak or philly cheese steak sandwich.
The Creag at McLemore
CLOUDLAND, GA
The Creag is part of the McLemore Golf Club. Enjoy beautiful views and a bite to eat after a round of golf or come for dinner to enjoy a nice meal. They have concert series and events.
SIGHTS
Desoto
Falls
MENTONE, AL
One of the tallest waterfalls in the state of Alabama with swimming areas above and below. Above the falls are mosaic art stairs leading to the waterfall overlook. There is a public swimming area and kayak rentals available by the parking lot. Before you get to Desoto State Park, there is a small parking area at the trailhead that goes to the bottom of the falls. You will need to get there early to claim a parking spot. Take the pink trail down to the bottom of the falls to swim or hangout.
Cloudland Canyon State Park
RISING FAWN, GA
Located on the western edge of Lookout Mountain, this is one of the most scenic parks in the state, offering rugged geology and beautiful canyon and mountain views. The park straddles a deep gorge cut into the mountain by Sitton Gulch Creek. The most spectacular view into the canyon is found near the picnic area parking lot; however, additional views can be found along the rim trail. Hardy visitors who hike to the bottom of the gorge find two waterfalls cascading over layers of sandstone.
Desoto
State Park
FORT PAYNE, AL
3,502-acre park with over 30 miles of hiking and mountain bike trails. There is also an ADA boardwalk trail located within the park. Kids will enjoy the zip line course for their next adventure. Stop in at the welcome center to grab car stickers, map, and learn more about Desoto State Park. If you are here in the Fall, look for dates for the Creative Spirit Market.
James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park
SUMMERVILLE, GA
A top pick when hiking and traveling with kids. Kids enjoy the playground, feeding ducks from the lake’s boardwalk and renting pedal boats. Surrounded by rural countryside and the Chattahoochee National Forest, this quiet park in northwest Georgia offers fishing on two stocked lakes. After hiking to an old marble mine with small waterfall, plus lake loop trails, visitors can relax in swings. The trailhead to long-distance Pinhoti Trail is a 1.6-mile hike away.
Little River Canyon
National Preserve
FORT PAYNE, AL
Grace's High Fall is the tallest waterfall in the state of Alabama which is located within the Little River Canyon National Preserve. The 15,288-acre Preserve is home to rare and threatened plant and animal life like the Blue Shiner. Below the parking lot of the canyon, there is an overlook or you can take the trail down to the Hippie Hole to cool off on a hot summer day. Expert level kayakers often kayak down the whole length of the falls which is quite the sight to see.