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The new year has arrived and the excitement for S.T.A.R.T. in Blairsville is building!  Some folks @TSConver @TEWKShave asked about points of interest. cool destinations and of course restaurant suggestions in and around Blairsville.  Here's YOUR chance to share and exchange ideas, recommendations and ask questions that local area pros (BBR's and otherwise) from our group can respond to. There's a deep wealth of knowledge in our midst, and many of these folds have been attending and contributing since the very first event! :old:   

 

For now, the only guideline is that if you post a recommendation kindly include the name, address, web link (if available) and what's good or interesting about it. There may be more guidelines later, but let's uhh...  START.. here :clap:

 

So I will start with North Georgia BBQ. I have dined there twice and it was good both times.  Nice outside seating and very motorcycle friendly.  It's about 35 miles south of Blairsville. 

59 E Main St Unit 2, Dahlonega, GA 30533

http://www.northgabbq.com/

 

Also, Georgia Racing Hall of Fame in Dawsonville.  Anyone who may not be familiar .... Bill Elliott aka Awesome Bill from Dawsonville is from Dawsonville.  I have never been but being a racing fan it is on my list.  It is about 50 miles south of Blairsville. 

415 Hwy 53 East, Dawsonville, GA 30534

http://georgiaracinghof.com/

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The Chattahoochee BDR-X is right in that area.  It is a 2 to 3 day loop for ADV riding.  @TEWKS and I are planning on hitting it while we are down there.  I think the plan is to start on Monday.

 

https://ridebdr.com/

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Of course, in Georgia, there is the highest point for looking out - https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/conf/recarea/?recid=10542  Brasstown Bald (even the name is cool)

 

I have been there many times, with a visit or two to the Visitor's Center.  The great thing about being the highest point is a fun road to reach the summiti:  Spur 180.  One could always ride up and turn around (before the guard shack -lack of better term) without paying a small fee to visit.  Last time I was there, parking was free due to Veteran status (I park for FREE!) as I was only stopping for the photo-op of my bike with the look-out tower in the background.  On a clear day 4 states can be visible.

 

Feel free to check it out, at least for the fun roads leading to it.    I am going to hazard a guess and state that a route, or two, could possibly be posted with the roads that will get you there.  The routes are usually posted a few weeks prior to the event, so stay tuned, y'all!

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2 hours ago, TSConver said:

The Chattahoochee BDR-X is right in that area.  It is a 2 to 3 day loop for ADV riding.  @TEWKS and I are planning on hitting it while we are down there.  I think the plan is to start on Monday.

 

https://ridebdr.com/

@bigt 

Hope this is the right BigT. I know he had his Tuareg at last years event but I missed him completely. And, I know he’s quite the Adventurer Rider so just heads-up if interested. :thumbsup:

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RTinNC

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35 minutes ago, wbw6cos said:

Of course, in Georgia, there is the highest point for looking out - https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/conf/recarea/?recid=10542  Brasstown Bald (even the name is cool)

 

I have been there many times, with a visit or two to the Visitor's Center.  The great thing about being the highest point is a fun road to reach the summiti:  Spur 180.  One could always ride up and turn around (before the guard shack -lack of better term) without paying a small fee to visit.  Last time I was there, parking was free due to Veteran status (I park for FREE!) as I was only stopping for the photo-op of my bike with the look-out tower in the background.  On a clear day 4 states can be visible.

 

Feel free to check it out, at least for the fun roads leading to it.    I am going to hazard a guess and state that a route, or two, could possibly be posted with the roads that will get you there.  The routes are usually posted a few weeks prior to the event, so stay tuned, y'all!

Cool and it's only about 14 miles from Blairsville! 

 

 

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What is second to riding motorcycles? Food! :lick: :yes:

 

Two of the places that I plan to revisit!  
 

Nani’s Restaurant

 

Jim’s Smokin’ Que

 

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Man, this was the place that I was really looking forward to going back to. Lala’s Kitchen

Oh well, I guess there’s still motorcycle riding that needs to be done. :dontknow:

 

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RTinNC

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14 hours ago, TEWKS said:

What is second to riding motorcycles? Food! :lick: :yes:

 

Two of the places that I plan to revisit!  
 

Nani’s Restaurant

 

Jim’s Smokin’ Que

 

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Man, this was the place that I was really looking forward to going back to. Lala’s Kitchen

Oh well, I guess there’s still motorcycle riding that needs to be done. :dontknow:

 

Nice .... I was hoping Jim's was walking distance from the hotel but looks like about 5 miles.   Hey .... you can't have too much BBQ! 

 

Nani's on the other hand looks like an easy walk from the Milton! :18:

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John Ranalletta

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16 hours ago, TEWKS said:

What is second to riding motorcycles? Food! :lick: :yes:

 

Two of the places that I plan to revisit!  
 

Nani’s Restaurant

 

Jim’s Smokin’ Que

 

edit :(

 

Man, this was the place that I was really looking forward to going back to. Lala’s Kitchen

Oh well, I guess there’s still motorcycle riding that needs to be done. :dontknow:

 

If I remember correctly, we dined there at the last Blairsville ART.  Three things come to mind:

  • Food was very good. 
  • Met a lawyer there from Miami who had a farm where he raised miniature horses.
  • The chef went ballistic when the hostess seated customers minutes before posted closing and after he'd shut down the kitchen.

Don't be late.

 

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3 hours ago, John Ranalletta said:

If I remember correctly, we dined there at the last Blairsville ART.  Three things come to mind:

  • Food was very good. 
  • Met a lawyer there from Miami who had a farm where he raised miniature horses.
  • The chef went ballistic when the hostess seated customers minutes before posted closing and after he'd shut down the kitchen.

Don't be late.

 

Farm raised miniature horses sound delicious. 

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Motorhead1977

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3 minutes ago, S.O.B. said:

Farm raised miniature horses sound delicious. 

Provided it is served with a side of Mac-N-Cheese and garlic toast! :eat:

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John Ranalletta

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17 minutes ago, Motorhead1977 said:

Provided it is served with a side of Mac-N-Cheese and garlic toast! :eat:

Funny, I asked (jokingly) how many pounds a miniature horse dressed out from the butcher.  He said he'd kill anyone who tried to eat one of his pets.

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On 1/7/2025 at 1:22 PM, Motorhead1977 said:

Provided it is served with a side of Mac-N-Cheese and garlic toast! :eat:

You'll be in Georgia so......yeah.:java:

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