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Mannings Restaurant

4.5 (2277 reviews)
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Crab Cakes

Mentioned multiple times as delightful and awesome, served with complementary sides like fried green tomato and corn relish, highly praised for flavor and quality.

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Spinach Artichoke Dip

Highly rated (10/10) by several reviewers, noted for being a perfect appetizer with ample portions.

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Ribeye Egg Rolls

Described as the best ever, a unique and highly enjoyable appetizer option.

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Lump Crab Dip with Old Bay Pita Chips

Praised as a seafood lover’s dream with plenty of flavor and crab, making it a standout appetizer.

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Caesar Salad

Frequently mentioned as fantastic, with house-made dressings and highly rated even by picky eaters.

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Grilled Salmon with Bacon

Noted for amazing flavor, combining great salmon taste with bacon, highly recommended.

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Boneless Ribs

Described as fantastic and well-seasoned, a favorite among diners.

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Half Pound Hamburger (including pimento pretzel bun burger)

Praised for size, flavor, and quality, including creative variations like adding mushrooms or blue cheese and bacon.

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Chicken and Waffles

Mentioned as moist and fried to perfection, paired with incredible pork belly.

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Scallops Appetizer

Described as big, perfectly cooked, and fabulous.

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Drunken Chicken Sandwich

Recommended for fantastic taste and quality, enjoyed by customers ordering takeout.

Location details

406 E Main St, Clayton, North Carolina, 27520, US

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Hours

Monday 11:30 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11:30 AM to 9 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM to 9 PM
Friday 11:30 AM to 10 PM
Saturday 12 to 10 PM
Sunday 12 to 9 PM

About Mannings Restaurant

Informal restaurant featuring an array of Southern comfort dishes & cocktails, plus a rooftop patio.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Rooftop seating
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Frequently asked questions

What is Mannings Restaurant known for?

Mannings Restaurant is best known for its crab cakes, which are mentioned most often in reviews, along with gumbo and rooftop dining. Guests also call out the Southern comfort food, seafood dishes, and cocktails, especially when dining upstairs or on the rooftop patio.

What dishes are most recommended at Mannings Restaurant?

Reviewers repeatedly recommend the crab cakes, crab dip with Old Bay pita chips, spinach artichoke dip, and ribeye eggrolls. Other frequently praised plates include gumbo, scallops, ribeye, chicken and waffles, brisket burger, and the drunken chicken sandwich, with several guests saying the portions and flavors are worth the $20 to 30 price range.

What is the atmosphere like at Mannings Restaurant?

The atmosphere is described as casual but also cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with rooftop seating and outdoor seating adding to the experience. It works well for groups, couples on date nights or anniversaries, and solo diners, and reviewers mention that the staff is attentive even when the restaurant is busy.

Is Mannings Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?

Mannings Restaurant falls in the $20 to 30 range, and reviewers often say the food is reasonably priced for the portion sizes and quality. Guests mention big sandwiches like the half-pound hamburger, generous appetizers, and meals that feel worth the cost, especially for the rooftop experience and strong service.

When is the best time to visit Mannings Restaurant?

Several reviews say weekends and special occasions can get packed, and reservations are recommended for dinner. A Sunday afternoon visit was described as having no wait, so earlier off-peak times may be easier if you want to avoid crowds.

Is parking available at Mannings Restaurant?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Does Mannings Restaurant have vegetarian options?

Yes, Mannings Restaurant offers vegan options.

Is Mannings Restaurant kid-friendly?

Yes, Mannings Restaurant is good for kids.

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