Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in North Georgia

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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 4 days ago

Stellar every single time! Never ever disappoints.

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4.9

4.9 (2815)

$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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Mandy

Dined today

I love this restaurant!! I would eat here every night if I could! Chef Nick just keeps amazing me with the menu and execution of the menu! Beautiful and delicious! The scallops were cooked to perfection and the tenderloin was beyond delicious!! So tender and perfectly cooked! I always look forward to my dining experience at Antebellum and can’t wait to return!

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Sticky Toffee Cake

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Triple Cream Baked Brie

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Fried Green Tomatoes

Cotton Calf Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (2673)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Braselton

About the restaurant

Cotton Calf Kitchen is a classic steakhouse.

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Michelle

Dined 3 days ago

We had an amazing dining experience! Our filet was outstanding, the broccoli and corn sides were amazing. The espresso martini- out of this world! We will definitely be back!!!

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Filet Mignon

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Bourbon Glazed Pork Chop

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CCK Chopped Salad

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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CarolVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Enjoyable lunch. 3 of us split a bottle of wine Which was excellent. Bought one to have at home!! The food was great. Had a variety of It . One person had a pizza,one had house salad with salmon,another a house salad With chicken and two of us had the roast Beef. And we also had an appetizer. We were all very happy with the seating,service and food!!! Will come again!

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Gambino

Experience

Wolf Mountain Vineyards Monthly Themed Brunch

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 1 day ago

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

Stekoa Creek

4.8

4.8 (69)

$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 4 days ago

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

Auld Alliance

4.7

4.7 (66)

$31 to $50

French

Dade County

About the restaurant

Discover the enchanting world of Auld Alliance, where Scottish heritage meets French sophistication atop Lookout Mountain. Nestled amidst breathtaking vistas, the Auld Alliance beckons you to embark on a culinary journey like no other. The Auld Alliance was a historic and vital pact made between the kingdoms of Scotland & France in 1295, and here we celebrate the harmonious fusion of Scottish and French highland fare, curated to provide an unforgettable culinary experience. Imagine savoring cherished Scottish classics infused with French elegance, all against the backdrop of rugged beauty and timeless charm.

Whether you're sipping on a dram of fine Scotch whisky, sharing the perfect bottle of wine from our extensive wine list, or relishing the delicate flavors of perfectly executed dishes using all locally farmed and foraged produce, every moment at Auld Alliance is infused with warmth and sophistication.

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EDKK

Dined 7 days ago

My wife and I dined at the Auld Alliance for a getaway weekend. We were not expecting the restaurant to be as great as it was! From the minute you walk in, the atmosphere is very romantic and it is just a very cool upscale vibe. The service and food were both a 10 out of 10. I would recommend the Auld Alliance to anyone.

The Vandiver

4.7

4.7 (70)

$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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Annette

Dined 4 days ago

Great new fine dining experience in Clayton! Pork chop, trout & burger at the table were all delicious! Lovely fresh Caesar salad, best I’ve had in a while. Also try the blackberry cocktail…very yummy! Servers were so friendly & attentive! Definitely will return.

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 7 days ago

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

Marc Bar & Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (1472)

$50 and over

Steak

Braselton

About the restaurant

Marc Bar and Restaurant, the southern-inspired bar and chophouse, is situated within the resort’s 16th century-styled château and winery.

Marc features a curated list of wine, champagne, beer and an exclusive assortment of inventive cocktails. Featuring fresh sips such as the Bulldog Smash, Marc-hattan, Mexican Martini and more.

The cuisine at Marc features hand-selected steaks and southern-inspired dishes, as well as desserts, perfect for sharing or savoring alone.

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Katie

Dined 1 day ago

My husband and I came here to celebrate our anniversary and are so glad we did. We got the scallops to start, which were delicious, and both got the ribeye for dinner with some sides to share. The ribeye was absolutely delicious and the sides were great as well. Our server was so attentive, friendly, and on top of everything. We hope to be back soon!

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