Welcome to Vinson's Pub + Eatery, a trusted Restaurant in Clayton, NC, known for great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. With a 4.30 rating from 1248 reviews, we’re proud to offer Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Serves local specialty for every guest.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Golden-fried popcorn shrimp, diced grilled chicken, diced applewood smoked bacon, hard-boiled egg, sliced avocado and cheddar cheese served on top of a bed of fresh greens and delicious cilantro lime dressing.
Traditional Caesar salad with romaine, croutons and parmesan.
Strawberries, walnuts, apple slices, and applewood smoked blue cheese crumbles served over fresh spinach.
A healthy portion of mixed greens with sliced tomato, cucumber, sunflower seeds, and cheddar cheese.
6 oz. salmon filet served over fresh Spinach with dried cranberries, red onion, sliced cucumber, applewood smoked blue cheese and toasted walnuts.
Romaine heart, bacon, tomato, bleu cheese crumbles, scallions and bleu cheese dressing.
All Flats not available.
Six boneless chicken tenders. Choose between ranch or blue cheese dressing. Sauce options include garlic parmesan, hot, mild, sweet Carolina BBQ, sweet Goochi-gang, or Old Bay dry rub.
All Flats not available.
All Flats not available.
Twelve boneless chicken tenders with choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing. Sauce options include garlic parmesan, hot, mild, sweet Carolina BBQ, sweet Goochi-gang, or old bay dry rub.
A Cajun spiced burger with applewood smoked blue cheese crumbles, lettuce and tomato. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
Served with sharp cheddar cheese, applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, and brown sugar bourbon mayo. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
Served with sharp cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onion. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
Served with our house-made pimiento cheese, applewood bacon and fried green tomato. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
Served with grilled jalapenos, bacon, and homemade beer cheese. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
Served with sauteed mushrooms and Swiss cheese. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
Vinson's version of a meat free burger served with lettuce, tomato and mayo. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
Grilled chicken breast served with 2 side items.
Grilled North Atlantic salmon filet served with choice of 2 side items. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
2 large pieces of hand breaded Atlantic cod served with tartar sauce and a side item of your choice.
Sauteed Shrimp, andouille sausage, roma tomatoes, and cajun cream sauce over a savory stone ground grit cake.
Fried or grilled Shrimp tacos served with our homemade pineapple salsa and our signature remoulade sauce
Fried or grilled Mahi Mahi tacos served with our homemade pineapple salsa and our signature remoulade sauce
Grilled Wild Caught Mahi Mahi with our homemade pineapple salsa and choice of two sides (available blackend)
Golden fried mahi mahi served with a choice of sides including chips, fries, vegetables, or salad variations.
Our sweet and tasty house-made chicken salad with shredded chicken, grapes, celery, and onion with lettuce and tomato in a flour tortilla.
Hand-breaded fried chicken breast tossed in your choice of sauce served with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onion on a brioche bun.
2 crab cakes made with jumbo lump crab and served with our home-made remoulade sauce on a hoagie bun.
Made with our thick applewood smoked bacon on Texas toast.
A generous portion of shrimp breaded in house autry breading served with lettuce, tomato and mayo served on a brioche bun.
Shaved ribeye (or chicken), sautéed red peppers and onion topped with provolone cheese and mayo on a hoagie bun.
Shaved chicken, sautéed red peppers and onion topped with provolone cheese and mayo on a hoagie bun.
Grilled chicken, applewood bacon, avocado, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayo served on a brioche bun.
Our super crispy chicken sandwich comes with pickles and a zesty garlic aioli on a brioche bun.
Wild Caught Mahi Mahi prepared grilled or fried on a hoagie bun with lettuce, tomato and our signature remoulade sauce.
2 crab cakes made with jumbo lump crab and served with our home-made remoulade sauce.
House smoked pulled pork, home-made beer cheese sauce, jalapeños, tomatoes, BBQ sauce, and a whole lot of love.
6 lightly salted, baked rolls served with home-made beer cheese dip.
A generous portion of spicy breaded cauliflower served with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Fresh chopped collard greens and jalapeños mixed with our secret dip recipe, served with corn tortilla chips. (Contains Bacon)
Golden, crispy cheese curds infused with garlic, served with a wedge of lemon and a side of dipping sauce.
Thinly sliced potatoes, fried and seasoned with a variety of flavors including BBQ, sour cream & onion, and sea salt.
Golden, crispy fries topped with a drizzle of ketchup.
Onion rings encased in a light batter and fried until they achieve a golden hue.
Crispy sweet potato fries, lightly seasoned with a hint of salt
Grilled or fried chicken typically included to complement and enhance your dish.
A mix of melons, citrus fruits, and seasonal selections.
Green salad with choice of dressing: 1000 islands, balsamic, blue cheese, Caesar, cilantro lime, honey mustard, Italian, no dressing, poppy seed, regular ranch.
Traditional caesar salad with romaine croutons and parmesan.
Add freshly cooked shrimp to enhance any dish, prepared with care to complement your meal selection.
Salmon prepared as an addition to complement a variety of side dishes, typically grilled or baked to enhance its natural flavors.
Choose your burger's cook level: rare to burnt, including no temp request.
Fresh, crisp broccoli florets, lightly steamed to preserve flavor and nutrition.
Green beans sautéed with garlic, often accompanied by a hint of lemon to enhance their natural flavors.
Collard greens, simmered with smoked turkey, typically includes a blend of spices and a hint of vinegar for depth of flavor.
Zesty medley of pasta and fresh vegetables make this satisfying pasta salad.
Plain NY Cheesecake. Type in option of Whipped Cream, Chocolate Syrup, Sliced Strawberries.
Chips, French Fries, Green Beans, Onion Rings, Sweet Fries, Vegetable, Fruit Cup, Ranch, Caesar, Coleslaw, or Salad.
Chips, fries, onion rings, greens, vegetables, fruit, or salad.
Choice of chips, fries, green beans, onion rings, sweet fries, vegetable, fruit cup, ranch, Caesar, coleslaw, or salad.
Three crispy chicken fingers with a choice of sides including chips, fries, onion rings, vegetables, or a fruit cup.
Chips, french fries, green beans, onion rings, sweet fries, vegetables, fruit cup, ranch, Caesar salad, coleslaw, or side salad.
Hear from our valued guests
Traveled into Clayton to visit a friend. She took me to this little gem for dinner. We had chicken tenders for an appetizer. They were hand breaded and some of the best tenders I’ve ever had. The burger was fresh, cooked exactly how I order it and was absolutely delicious! Our server Ashdyn was great and personable. Great local place to go for a drink and catch a game on one if their many TV’s. Highly recommend!
Great music and atmosphere, food is amazing. Staff on top of their game. Laid-back funky decor. Unique little spot in Clayton, North Carolina that you just wouldn’t expect would be there. I highly recommend this place. Don’t forget to try to build your own bloody Mary on Sundays wow what a selection just look at my pictures. Bloody Mary’s, our hubby‘s favorites and he liked it!!!!! When you come in ask for Abi the waitress she was totally amazing, bubbly, sparkling, and very helpful. Thank you Abi
We head to Vinson’s at least once a month! They ALWAYS have plenty of staff, so you never feel overlooked or waiting for attention. The menu is wonderfully varied, and every appetizer and meal we’ve tried has been excellent. My husband’s favorite is the BLT — it definitely has more than your average amount of “B”! My go‑to is the mushroom burger, cooked exactly how I like it every single time. You really can’t go wrong with Vinson’s Pub. And best of all, it’s a true local spot — not a chain restaurant.
What a great experience! We came down from Graham to eat and then ride over to Lights on the Neuse. Little did we know what a wonderful place to eat Vinsons is! Our order was taken quickly and drinks stayed full. We also had a large group but our food arrived quickly and we were off to see the lights within an hour! Thank you Vinsons staff! We loved our meal with you!
Went to test drive a car and have never been to Clayton. I googled restaurants near me, and super happy I chose this place. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. I ordered the fish and chips and the fish was HUGE and seasoned perfectly and the breading was crunchy, but not too much.
We found this gem in Clayton and are glad we did. We were seated right away, the wait staff was friendly and attentive. My husband loved the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and said it was the best he has ever had! I had the Black bean Burger. Plenty of choices on the drink menu. Tried local Craft Beer. Dessert: Brownie and Ice Cream and NY Cheesecake.
Nice bar/restaurant. We tried a lot of stuff here. The mushroom swiss burger was great but we thought it could use some sauce on it. We asked for mayo to put on the burger which made it much better. The sweet potato fries are waffle fries which I haven't seen before. They were good and crispy. I usually don't like sweet potato fries too much but these were good enough that I would get them again. The crab cakes here were awesome. I really wasn't expecting much from a bar that makes crab cakes, but I loved these. They were the best thing I ordered by far. I highly recommend them. The hot wings were just okay. I was expecting more from the hot wings especially since I ate them after trying everything else we ordered. I really thought they were the least inspired food of the night, and most restaurants do them just as good or better. There was nothing *wrong* with the wings, but maybe Vinsons should say world famous burger, or world famous crab cakes, as those were much better than average burgers or crab cakes. Despite that, I would still order these wings again if I wanted wings, it's just that they are nothing special. Overall I really liked this bar. The food was great, the staff was prompt and courteous, and the prices were very reasonable for what you get.
Vincent’s is a great place to enjoy a meal or sit at the bar and have a drink. The wait staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. The food is delicious. The salmon salad is a favorite, as are the wings. The menu is varied, so everyone can find something craveable. They have a variety of beers on tap including local brewery options.
Dear Mr and Mrs Vinson. Today my daughter was starving. Being we are new to the Clayton community we thought let’s venture out for a burger. We park around back and walked into a nice covered heated patio. When we entered there was two nice girls that helped us get a table and menus. My daughter ordered a smash burger and I ordered the trash nachos. The look on her face when the food came out and the can was lifted was a sight to see. She gave the burger a 10 start and the nachos were great as well. Thanks for great evening for a daddy daughter date night. Ps the restrooms were clean and welcoming. Love this place be back very soon.
hope this message finds you well before halloween ends. If you're looking for a good seasonal cocktail, absolutely stop at Vinson. I highly recommend getting drinks by the way they look (if you see one passing you in the restaurant) and not by your alcohol preference. You will be thoroughly surprised with these delicious drinks the bartenders are mixing up. Now for the food, I ordered crab cakes and a salmon caesar salad and both were exactly what I wanted. Excited to visit more often when I visit Clayton more often. Definitely my favorite spot in Clayton.
Common questions about Vinson's Pub + Eatery
Vinson's Pub + Eatery is located at 800 E Main St #2628, Clayton, NC 27520, United States, Clayton, NC, United States.
You can reach Vinson's Pub + Eatery by calling +1 919-585-7191.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 1248 customer reviews.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Serves local specialty, Sport.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following dining options: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot.
Vinson's Pub + Eatery features the following pets: Dogs allowed, Dogs allowed outside.
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