Sicily's Pizza, Pasta, and Subs

Sicily's Pizza, Pasta, and Subs has been a family-owned Blairsville institution since 1993, operating off Murphy Highway near the Scott Drive intersection. The kitchen still works the way it did when it opened: fresh-grated cheese, homemade dough, and a menu that spans pizza, pasta, and generously filled subs. It's the kind of local shop where the recipes have stayed consistent for three decades, which is exactly why so many Union County families have grown up on it. The interior is casual and no-frills, and the takeout counter stays busy with regulars who know their order by heart. While the shop is easy to miss tucked just off the main highway, the loyal following means word of mouth does the marketing. If you're new to Blairsville, this is one of the places long-time residents will tell you to try first for old-school Italian cooking.

Food, service & ordering at a glance

• Dine-in: Sit-down service at the 24 Scott Dr (off Murphy Hwy) location in Blairsville.
• Takeout: Order ahead for pickup, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings.
• Hours: Call the restaurant at (706) 745-0232 to confirm today's hours.

Blairsville sits at the base of Brasstown Bald, near the Appalachian Trail and Lake Nottely, so tables fill on weekend afternoons after a hike and during summer lake season. Calling ahead on Friday and Saturday evenings is the surest way to lock in a table.