Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Northeast Georgia Mountains

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (932)

$31 to $50

Continental

Clarkesville

About the restaurant

Glen-Ella Springs Inn Restaurant is open to the public and inn guests beginning at 5:30 pm Tuesday through Saturday April through December, and Wednesday through Saturday January through March. Calling ahead is recommended as some additional nights are closed in the winter. Offering one of the finest dining experiences in the North Georgia mountains, the restaurant prepares American Continental cuisine with a Southern flare. The setting is rustic, yet elegant and features fireside and outdoor dining depending on the season. Outdoor seating is limited; please call to request an outdoor table.

Top review

Leigh

Dined 5 days ago

Stellar every single time! Never ever disappoints.

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Wolf Mountain Vineyards

4.9

4.9 (1823)

$30 and under

Winery

Dahlonega

About the restaurant

The European-style Georgia Winery at Wolf Mountain is fashioned after a raised Craftsman-Style cottage and sits atop the Cellar, which is encased in fieldstone. The Winery is 10,000 square feet encompassing wine production, the restaurant and tasting room.

Overlooking the foothills of the Southern Appalachian Mountains, the Winery and Vineyard provides the perfect setting for the enjoyment of our award-winning handcrafted wines, Sunday Brunch, Cafe Lunch and Gourmet Dinners.

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Randy

Dined 2 days ago

Our server was very informative about the food and the wine. Our food was delivered very quickly.

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Popular dish

Gambino

Experience

Wolf Mountain Vineyards Monthly Themed Brunch

Community Brew & Tap

4.8

4.8 (842)

$31 to $50

Steak

Cornelia

About the restaurant

A Prime Steakhouse of the highest caliber that transports you into another world, where time stands still, and memories are made.

Community is more than a restaurant, it’s a destination you seek out for the ultimate dining experience. From the Maître D’ that greets you at the door, to the smoked cocktails at the bar, and the world class steaks you enjoy with a bottle of your favorite wine, everything is done with style and impeccable service, in a relaxing prohibition atmosphere.

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Barbara

Dined 5 days ago

Delicious food and wine. We were seated at the table where we could view the kitchen - it was fun to see the food preparation. Lovely evening.

Stekoa Creek

4.8

4.8 (70)

$31 to $50

American

Clayton

About the restaurant

Stekoa Creek is a Mountain Inspired Eatery focused on Chef Driven Steaks, Seafood, Pastas, Cocktails and Wines. From the moment you enter Stekoa Creek, you feel as if you’ve escaped to the mountains, the food is built with passion, and the Cocktails are unique and delicious. The star of our show is our people who aim to please from the beginning to end of your experience. Our culinary team executes large parties, weddings, and catering flawlessly, and we look forward to being your choice whether it be an incredible dinner or brunch or a very special event, our culture is to exceed expectations for our incredible guests every time!

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Marilyn

Dined 5 days ago

Great service, great food. We enjoyed the evening and will be back.

The Vandiver

4.7

4.7 (72)

$30 and under

American

Clayton

About the restaurant

Just as Vandiver's legacy is woven into the fabric of the local area's history, so too is our commitment to crafting an experience rooted in regional flavor and adventure. Amidst the rustic charm of the North Georgia mountains, we invite you to embark on a culinary journey where every dish from tells a story. Every dish at The Vandiver evokes the spirit and flavor of the North Georgia region with ingredients sourced from local friends and neighbors. Our menus combine the familiarity and comfort of American classics with contemporary twists that take create an unforgettable culinary experience.

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Geoffrey

Dined 1 day ago

As folks who split time between Atlanta and Clayton, our dinner experience for one of our kiddos (turning 26) was terrific! The team added special touches for our birthday girl and the atmosphere was lively. The food was delicious and the tacos, burger, schnitzel and sprouts for the table were delicious. Limited wine list but the options are solid. This wasn’t our first visit and won’t be our last. Hats off to Indigo Road for rehabbing the Old Clayton Inn and bringing a vibrant space to one that was empty for years! The concept is on par with what one would expect in a bigger city. Looking forward to our next meal!

Antebellum

4.9

4.9 (2816)

$30 and under

Regional American (Southern)

Flowery Branch

About the restaurant

Nicholas and Alison St.Clair would like to welcome you to Antebellum. We opened our doors in early 2012. Antebellum is located in the Historic District of Flowery Branch. Our menu consists of locally grown vegetables and humanely raised animals. We hope our guests experience hospitality and southern ingredients at their finest. Antebellum is a celebration of southern cuisine.

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lois

Dined 2 days ago

Love the food … fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese and shrimp and grits are delicious. The sticky toffee desert out of this world.

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Popular dish

Sticky Toffee Cake

Popular dish

Triple Cream Baked Brie

Popular dish

Fried Green Tomatoes

Rabun Social

4.7

4.7 (80)

$30 and under

Asian

Clayton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Rabun Social, a dynamic kitchen, cocktail, and sushi bar in downtown Clayton, GA. Delight in our rich Asian flavors with dishes like Ramen, Pad Thai, Chicken Lettuce Wraps, and Mongolian Beef Short Ribs. Our sushi is crafted following authentic Japanese traditions, offering some of the finest tastes available.

We’re also proud of our handcrafted cocktails, each a masterpiece made with in-house syrups and fresh-squeezed fruits. At Rabun Social, every visit is a promise of an extraordinary culinary adventure.

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Matthew

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Great place to have sushi! Love the vibe inside with the art and design. Our waitress was ok, did not seem to be on it. Everything else was great.

Julep Farms

4.5

4.5 (22)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Dillard

About the restaurant

The restaurant, known as the JULEP KITCHEN, features New American cuisine with a decidedly Southern Twist. The kitchen focuses on seasonal cooking with high-quality, fresh ingredients.

The JULEP BAR is home to a grand selection of wines and champagnes, locally crafted beer and creatively constructed cocktails with a favorite and classic, the Mint Julep, taking the front seat.

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Bettie

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Wonderful music, warm fire, delicious dinner and Christmas drinks..a great night.

Lake Rabun Hotel and Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1499)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Lakemont

About the restaurant

In the mountains of North Georgia the Lake Rabun Hotel & Restaurant has been welcoming guests since 1922. Restored in 2008, the hotel and restaurant offer the best of rustic elegance. From the antique heart pine walls to the locust beams on our deck, expect unique, local craftsmanship. The decor is rich with period antiques, hand-woven rugs, and local artwork.

It features a creatively prepared and presented Contemporary American menu with a Southern twist in the farm to table tradition. Fresh produce locally grown is hand selected and prepared by our Chef de Cuisine, whose entrees respect the natural flavors of high quality, humanely raised and locally harvested food. His kitchen produces cuisines from many regions including Classical French, Southern USA, and Mediterranean. Many guests describe the food at the Lake Rabun Hotel as "the best in the mountains."

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Robert

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Our sever was Taylor. She was outstanding! My daughter and I had a wonderful time and the food was amazing! Highly recommend!

Scott's Downtown

4.8

4.8 (1152)

$50 and over

Continental

Gainesville

About the restaurant

The Dining Room is Open!

Please join us for lunch Tuesday through Friday from 11:30am - 2:00pm and Dinner Tuesday-Saturday starting at 5pm at Scott's Downtown. We offer great food prepared with attention to detail, an unparalleled wine list and the best wait staff North of Atlanta. We are located in downtown Gainesville 1 block off the historic Gainesville Square. Our menu offers a wide range of choices from USDA Prime, hand cut steaks, the freshest seafood and local produce with seasonally inspired weekly specials. Free parking is available at the North Parking Deck next door to the restaurant.

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Rick

Dined 2 days ago

Food and service was great. The violinist playing Xmas music was the icing on the cake - she played beautifully!

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