Manning’s Restaurant
Downtown restaurant with Southern-inspired meals.
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Clayton
Clayton offers a historic downtown, local dining and connections to the Neuse River landscape. Its community parks and educational forest provide several ways to spend a relaxed day outdoors.
around the area
Around the Area
Make time for the places and experiences that make a community yours.
Dining & sweet treats
Mezcalito — Clayton
Tex-Mex dining on Briarcliff Drive.
Visit website ↗Hwy 42 Cafe & Hershey’s Ice Cream
Breakfast, sandwiches, coffee and ice cream at Flowers Crossroads.
Visit website ↗La Cocina — Clayton
Mexican restaurant on Shotwell Road; choose the Clayton location.
Visit website ↗Goodberry’s — nearby Garner
Nearby Garner outing for frozen custard and concrete mix-ins.
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Clayton Community Park
Public playground, picnic shelter and paved walking trail.
Visit website ↗Municipal Park
Community recreation and seasonal splash-pad fun; check posted operating dates.
Visit website ↗For families, couples & solo explorers
Clemmons Educational State Forest
Families and solo nature lovers: follow educational trails and exhibits; check seasonal hours.
Visit website ↗The Clayton Center
Couples and friends: browse the performing arts calendar and book a show.
Visit website ↗Clayton parks programs
Families and newcomers: find classes, events and recreation programs.
Visit website ↗Check destination websites for current hours, seasonal access, reservations, and admission. Nearby destinations are identified in their descriptions.