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  Lakemont is a small town in the northeast corner of the state of Georgia, near the North Carolina and South Carolina borders. It is situated in the Chattahoochee National Forest near many other villages. The area is composed of 10 wilderness areas under the control of the U.S. Forest Service. Residents and visitors alike can appreciate the dense scenery of the forest and the abundant nature opportunities it provides. Hiking and bird watching are particularly popular. After a day enjoying the outdoors, the area's restaurants can provide a good meal. Thai food is one of the many cuisines served near Lakemont.
  
  

Ruen Thai‎

• Ruen Thai‎ is located approximately 30 minutes south of Lakemont in the town of Cornelia. It serves traditional Thai favorites, including pad Thai, spring rolls, soups and curries. Among its most popular dishes are the dumplings, basil rolls and mango rice. The restaurant is decorated with traditional Thai art and is kept clean and inviting. The restaurant is open seven days a week at 11 a.m. for lunch. It closes for two hours at 3 p.m. and then reopens for dinner at 5 p.m. every day. Closing times are 9 p.m. during the weekdays and 10 p.m. on the weekends.
  
  Ruen Thai‎
  550 Galloway St.
  Cornelia, GA 30531
  706-894-2613
  
  

Thien Thai‎

• Thien Thai‎ is also in Cornelia, south of Lakemont. The restaurant serves both Thai and Chinese cuisine. The menu includes a Chinese lunch menu with long lists of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp and noodle dishes. The Thai lunch menu is smaller but contains more chef's specialty items, including crab cakes and pad Thai. Thai seafood entrees, soups, salads and fried rice dishes are also served. Thien Thai uses a five-point scale for spiciness so that dishes may be customized. The restaurant is open every day at 11 a.m. and closes at 9 p.m. on weekdays and 10 p.m. on weekends.
  
  Thien Thai‎
  186 Level Grove Rd.
  Cornelia, GA 30531
  706-894-2652
  
  

Blue Pacific Grill‎

• Blue Pacific Grill‎ is about 25 minutes south of Lakemont in Clarkesville. It is a local favorite and serves a variety of Asian food, including Thai. Those interested in sampling different items can choose the Asian appetizer variety platter, which comes with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian items, including Hibachi chicken. The portions are large and spicy, and the ingredients are fresh. The menu contains a long list of wines and beers for anyone looking to enjoy fine alcohol with his or her meal. The restaurant is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  
  Blue Pacific Grill‎
  1460 Washington St.
  Clarkesville, GA 30523
  706-839-1800