Picnic Cafe and Dessertery

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Melissa B.

I checked out my Airbnb and needed coffee so I stumbled upon this cute cafe and got a latte (obviously) and biscuits and gravy because I was feeling a little southern main character... and honestly?? it slapped. the latte was smooth, not bitter, very comforting. biscuits and gravy were giving cozy, warm, sit down and stare out the window energy. the whole place is super homey and chill, like you could read a book here for 3 hours and no one would judge you. and the workers?? so sweet. like actually nice, not fake nice.

Cassidy H.

For a quick bite, this cafe is a simple go-to choice! My husband and I enjoyed our stop at the Picnic Cafe and Dessertery. For lunch, I had the egg salad sandwich with chips and pasta salad. My husband had the pimento cheese sandwich with chips. Both of our sandwiches were tasty and really hit the spot for the "picnic" taste that the restaurant has in its title. The pasta salad was creamy and was a delightful surprise taste. We both enjoyed warm drinks as it was a very cold day. I had the lavender latte. It was sweet and had a floral aroma. My husband sipped on hot cider and said that it was sweet and cinnamony. Overall, our quick stop was worth it! The service was quick and kind. The ambiance was relaxing and clean. The food was good too. Food- 4/5 (basic picnic food, but good for price) Service- 5/5 Ambiance- 5/5

Marilyn B.

The Picnic Cafe and Dessertery has a prime location in downtown Dahlonega. We visited during a pretty busy Saturday afternoon during the holidays. Even with the crowds, we were able to grab a table outside the restaurant after we placed our order. The kids chose to get egg sandwiches and blueberry and double chocolate muffins. My husband and I rarely pick the same thing but neither of us could resist the pimento cheese BLT sandwich. It was a great decision! The sandwich was loaded with lots of pimento cheese, crispy bacon and fresh tomatoes. The wheat bread was slightly toasted but still soft. Overall a delicious sandwich!

Cheryl M.

This is a small bakery and eatery with some tables inside and out. We came for breakfast. You seat yourself but someone comes out to the table to wait on you. Menu is small but you can get breakfast sandwiches, quiche and biscuits and gravy. I got a bacon, egg and cheese on an everything bagel. It was great. I really enjoyed it. It was just enough egg on there. I ate the whole thing! Hubby got his biscuits and gravy and asked for an extra biscuit with his. He ate the whole thing too! He said it was fantastic and he is picky about his biscuits and gravy. I was happy because he hasn't had good biscuits and gravy in a while. You can also get scones and muffins here. The scones looked amazing. They also had some desserts that looked and amazing. I was dying to try the carrot cake but I was stuffed and didn't want to leave a piece in the hot car. Oh well, next time.

T B.

Small charming restaurant right on the town square. We visited here for breakfast being only a short walk from our hotel. Very friendly people and the food was good but, the cinnamon rolls are amazing! Thanks.

Doc M.

We stopped for coffee and stayed for lunch! Four cute outdoor tables for a pet-friendly experience. Nice southern menu. We had tea, pimiento cheese BLT, fried green tomatoes and chicken salad sandwich. All were right on point. Hersheys ice cream offered also. Service was great.

Elena B.

This place was bumpin' bumpin'! Seat yourself and the staff was so friendly and fast - we placed our drink order and 3 other waitresses still asked us if someone had already helped us. The place is small but it has a generally fast turnover. The food was yummy and the desserts were the best - pro tip: order the cake on the counter in the glass jars versus the refrigerated section - those cakes were still good but the ones on the counter seemed super fresh. Re food, I had quiche and hubs had BBQ. I'd recommend. Re cake I had the Hummingbird and he had the peach ... that peach cake was the second best cake I ever had in my life.

M. W.

Love this place. Good & affordable coffee. Staff is always so friendly and nice. Breakfast is good as well & portions are worth the price. Very cute, homey spot.

Bruce K.

Early on a Sunday morning, it was time for coffee. It wasn't at all busy so I had my choice of parking spaces in the public square. As I intended to sit with my coffee for a bit, I took it outside and sipped while writing a Yelp review or two before heading onwards. A good flow of customers coming and going. Pastries, breakfast sandwiches and a variety of coffees this morning. It's a nice busy spot and it's #LocalCoffee. [Review 20358 overall - 691 in Georgia - 1336 of 2023.]

Amelia B.

The charm of Picnic Cafe and Dessertery and the prime location on the square go a long way. The building has preserved some of its historic character, and the bright white-meets-moody blue paint scheme inside plays up the turn-of-the-century features smartly. I hoped for more from the breakfast, though. Scones are a regular for them, and we ordered one of each flavor offered: blueberry and cinnamon. The blueberry was heavy and looked like a totally different base recipe than the cinnamon, which was significantly fluffier and prettier. The flavor was blah, and after one bite of the blueberry, we abandoned it. The cinnamon had a light, buttery crumb and a generous distribution of cinnamon chips, but even it went uneaten--a marvel because my children are normally scones fanatics. We ordered a variety of dishes, and ultimately, most items fell into the same category as the scones--good enough but nothing we would go back for. Two exceptions were the sausage and cheese quiche (a smallish portion, but delicious with a lovely golden crust) and the biscuits and gravy. Biscuits and gravy are tricky-tricky, so I am giving them an additional star for the light, fluffy biscuits and the just-right gravy that would have satisfied Goldilocks herself. The fruit selections were fresh, sweet, and crisp, a pleasantly light complement to the heavier breakfast dishes.

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Cutest cafe in downtown. Very affordable and the service was super fast! They also have a wide variety of bakery items that were freshly made. Perfect place for a light lunch, snack, or breakfast!! read more

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Kelly N.

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Quaint. Cute. Fresh hot breakfast: sausage, egg and cheese on a cinnamon raisin bagel. Delicious Vietnamese Iced Coffee. Very polite staff. Outdoor seating. Fresh baked pastries and various ice cream flavors! My experience here was very enjoyable! read more

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Dave O.

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After parking across the street from the old courthouse (now a museum) we dropped in here to pick up a couple of lattes before doing a short self-guided walking tour of the beautiful downtown area. This seems to be a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, the inside was busy but the friendly staff here made sure everyone was well taken care of, they have both counter and table service. It's a small venue with both indoor and outdoor seating so whether you're here to grab a light lunch, a dessert, an ice cream cone or a coffee I'm certain you'll find something you'll enjoy immensely... read more

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Melissa B.

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I checked out my Airbnb and needed coffee so I stumbled upon this cute cafe and got a latte (obviously) and biscuits and gravy because I was feeling a little southern main character... and honestly?? it slapped. the latte was smooth, not bitter, very comforting. biscuits and gravy were giving cozy, warm, sit down and stare out the window energy. the whole place is super homey and chill, like you could read a book here for 3 hours and no one would judge you. and the workers?? so sweet. like actually nice, not fake nice. read more

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Penney G.

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Quaint and unassuming. Really good food and pleasant service. We had Deviled eggs and split the BLT with pimento cheese. Both were excellent. The whole grain bread was soft and delicious. Perfect small lunch we were looking for. The cases of baked cookies, cakes, croissants, and cinnamon rolls were too good to pass up. We bought 1/2 dozen various cookies to go. Highly recommend. read more

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Larry T.

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The sandwich tuna was tasty as was the pickles. Hummingbird cake was delicious. The lemon pound was extremely dry. The chicken chili was very bland. read more

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Cassidy H.

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For a quick bite, this cafe is a simple go-to choice! My husband and I enjoyed our stop at the Picnic Cafe and Dessertery. For lunch, I had the egg salad sandwich with chips and pasta salad. My husband had the pimento cheese sandwich with chips. Both of our sandwiches were tasty and really hit the spot for the "picnic" taste that the restaurant has in its title. The pasta salad was creamy and was a delightful surprise taste. We both enjoyed warm drinks as it was a very cold day. I had the lavender latte. It was sweet and had a floral aroma. My husband sipped on hot cider and said that it was sweet and cinnamony. Overall, our quick stop was worth it! The service was quick and kind. The ambiance was relaxing and clean. The food was good too. Food- 4/5 (basic picnic food, but good for price) Service- 5/5 Ambiance- 5/5 read more

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Marilyn B.

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The Picnic Cafe and Dessertery has a prime location in downtown Dahlonega. We visited during a pretty busy Saturday afternoon during the holidays. Even with the crowds, we were able to grab a table outside the restaurant after we placed our order. The kids chose to get egg sandwiches and blueberry and double chocolate muffins. My husband and I rarely pick the same thing but neither of us could resist the pimento cheese BLT sandwich. It was a great decision! The sandwich was loaded with lots of pimento cheese, crispy bacon and fresh tomatoes. The wheat bread was slightly toasted but still soft. Overall a delicious sandwich! read more

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Cheryl M.

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This is a small bakery and eatery with some tables inside and out. We came for breakfast. You seat yourself but someone comes out to the table to wait on you. Menu is small but you can get breakfast sandwiches, quiche and biscuits and gravy. I got a bacon, egg and cheese on an everything bagel. It was great. I really enjoyed it. It was just enough egg on there. I ate the whole thing! Hubby got his biscuits and gravy and asked for an extra biscuit with his. He ate the whole thing too! He said it was fantastic and he is picky about his biscuits and gravy. I was happy because he hasn't had good biscuits and gravy in a while. You can also get scones and muffins here. The scones looked amazing. They also had some desserts that looked and amazing. I was dying to try the carrot cake but I was stuffed and didn't want to leave a piece in the hot car. Oh well, next time. read more

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T B.

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Small charming restaurant right on the town square. We visited here for breakfast being only a short walk from our hotel. Very friendly people and the food was good but, the cinnamon rolls are amazing! Thanks. read more

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Doc M.

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We stopped for coffee and stayed for lunch! Four cute outdoor tables for a pet-friendly experience. Nice southern menu. We had tea, pimiento cheese BLT, fried green tomatoes and chicken salad sandwich. All were right on point. Hersheys ice cream offered also. Service was great. read more

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Elena B.

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This place was bumpin' bumpin'! Seat yourself and the staff was so friendly and fast - we placed our drink order and 3 other waitresses still asked us if someone had already helped us. The place is small but it has a generally fast turnover. The food was yummy and the desserts were the best - pro tip: order the cake on the counter in the glass jars versus the refrigerated section - those cakes were still good but the ones on the counter seemed super fresh. Re food, I had quiche and hubs had BBQ. I'd recommend. Re cake I had the Hummingbird and he had the peach ... that peach cake was the second best cake I ever had in my life. read more

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Michael M.

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I've been to Dahlonega twice in December and I ate here both times. The menu isn't huge for breakfast but it has the essentials and it's really good! Charming atmosphere, great location, friendly staff, and somewhat reasonably priced, this is a great spot. The coffee is good too. My only complaint is that the orange juice is prepackaged in a bottle. I can live with that. read more

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M. W.

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Love this place. Good & affordable coffee. Staff is always so friendly and nice. Breakfast is good as well & portions are worth the price. Very cute, homey spot. read more

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Ione L.

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Delicious food, wonderful soup, broad selection of baked goods! served by friendly staff, in a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere.

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Scott W.

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Ok, so there is a gold mine museum here in Dahlonega, GA and then there is this place another gold mine! This place was absolutely fantastic. I can not recommend this place enough as it was super packed and the food was superb!!! This is how you do it folks! Friendly service and fresh and excellent food. Pretty simple!!! So if you are in Dahlonega look no further just plop your butt down and enjoy read more

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Bruce K.

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Early on a Sunday morning, it was time for coffee. It wasn't at all busy so I had my choice of parking spaces in the public square. As I intended to sit with my coffee for a bit, I took it outside and sipped while writing a Yelp review or two before heading onwards. A good flow of customers coming and going. Pastries, breakfast sandwiches and a variety of coffees this morning. It's a nice busy spot and it's #LocalCoffee. [Review 20358 overall - 691 in Georgia - 1336 of 2023.] read more

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Debbie A.

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This place is over the top on everything!!! I when here two days in a row and both meals were great!!! Their coffee is awesome!!!

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Amelia B.

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The charm of Picnic Cafe and Dessertery and the prime location on the square go a long way. The building has preserved some of its historic character, and the bright white-meets-moody blue paint scheme inside plays up the turn-of-the-century features smartly. I hoped for more from the breakfast, though. Scones are a regular for them, and we ordered one of each flavor offered: blueberry and cinnamon. The blueberry was heavy and looked like a totally different base recipe than the cinnamon, which was significantly fluffier and prettier. The flavor was blah, and after one bite of the blueberry, we abandoned it. The cinnamon had a light, buttery crumb and a generous distribution of cinnamon chips, but even it went uneaten--a marvel because my children are normally scones fanatics. We ordered a variety of dishes, and ultimately, most items fell into the same category as the scones--good enough but nothing we would go back for. Two exceptions were the sausage and cheese quiche (a smallish portion, but delicious with a lovely golden crust) and the biscuits and gravy. Biscuits and gravy are tricky-tricky, so I am giving them an additional star for the light, fluffy biscuits and the just-right gravy that would have satisfied Goldilocks herself. The fruit selections were fresh, sweet, and crisp, a pleasantly light complement to the heavier breakfast dishes. read more

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I lived in this area for a while and this was one of my favorite places to eat. Their egg salad breakfast bagle was yummy!

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With my frequent visits to the beautiful, world class town of Dahlonega Georgia, I particularly enjoy getting there early enough to enjoy an amazing breakfast at the Picnic Café on the Square! My daughter uncle and I are able to enjoy delicious biscuits and gravy, everything bagels loaded up with eggs, cheese, and ham, and a delicious everything omelette! The coffee was also over the top amazing! On a cool day it is so yummy, even on a hot day, It's delicious. Everyone in my party gave the place a gigantic thumbs up and an A plus for the delicious cuisine. The service was also outstanding. Such polite, respectful, and wonderful young people! read more

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I had tuna salad on sour dough bread and potato salad. Both were very good. Service was very fast and friendly. For desert I had a lemon bar that was fresh and tasted excellent. They also have outdoor, dog friendly seating. read more

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Bad- Bad-Bad These place was super super Bad. The food was terrible, ham full of fat and the coffee was all milk without coffee and cold . Never never read more

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Ok, Dahlonega, this is off the CHAIN. Thank you YELP for helping us find the best BBQ I've had West of the MS Delta! Good job, Picnic Cafe! We were too stuffed to try the beautiful desserts!!! read more

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Lala C.

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Meh, we stopped by before we walked around town. Best part was that there is outdoor seating so our pups could join us. There was an entertaining and talented street musician serenading everyone. I ordered toast, apparently, one piece to the order (huh) arrived burnt and cold. Since service was nonexistent despite many employees hanging out inside, I brought it in. Fortunately, it was exchanged and even 2 pieces were served hot. Such a deal... Hubby enjoyed his cappuccino and muffin. read more

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Jessica A.

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Picnic Cafe & Dessertery is a cute little coffee shop with the friendliest staff! The girls behind the counter were quick to great, very attentive and overall happy to help when I arrived just past 9am on a Friday. I ordered the sausage, egg & cheese on a croissant along with some other items to bring back to my boyfriend. We enjoyed our meals. It was simple yet filling. The cinnamon roll was not as satisfying as it looked, so I would say that's a skip. Overall, I would come back if I was in town for something quick and easy. read more

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Very quaint little place for a quick breakfast right on the square. We had egg sandwiches, one on a bagel and one on a biscuit. Get the cinnamon roll too! The staff is very pleasant and the prices are reasonable. read more

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We had breakfast here this morning ! Great, clean and food was fabulous. We would love to come back someday. The town square is really cute. read more

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Natasha R.

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This was such a fun little coffee stop during our trip to Dahlonega! I got one of their chai lattes, and it came with whipped cream, and was absolutely delicious. I went with a group of bachelorette trip, girls, and everyone absolutely loved what they got! Definitely a nice place to stop for some coffee or sweets! read more

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I had a breakfast sandwich on everything bagel. Service was great food prepared well and atmosphere was home town and pleasant.

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The servers were super nice & prompt. The southern egg salad was excellent. The inside was cute & homey with a touch of small town charm. Well done. read more

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Mary H.

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Wandered in after being turned away for. A pizza place down the way. Fortune favors the adventurous I suppose. I couldn't make up my mind so tried a salad trio. Herbed, buttery toast points - huge pile of these. I felt like I ate 3 delicious sandwiches while my husband and dad ate one in whatever they ordered. Pimento- do it. The egg salad caught me off guard with thin sliced apple thrown in there, fun and yum. I also had the chicken salad but if I ever go back I'll probably lean harder into pimento. Now the main reason I'm writing this review: my husband said this was the best carrot cake he's ever had. I saw it from across the dining room as we were being seated. We had to take a piece home because we were so full from the meal. I have to agree: best carrot cake I've ever had. read more

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Tara P.

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I went to Picnic Cafe with a group of five other girls, and it was a great lunch experience! You walk in and order at the counter. We grabbed a table first and went up three at a time to order, since there weren't enough tables inside to accommodate everyone on a Sunday afternoon. The line was long, but went by pretty quickly. The food came out within 10 minutes of ordering. I got the peach chicken salad, which was a wonderful spin on a classic! I loved the sweetness that the peach added to the savory chicken salad. It came with fruit, which was wonderfully fresh, and a lemon poppyseed muffin, which was tasty but a bit dry. One of my friends got the salad trio with the peach chicken salad, egg salad, and pimiento cheese. She said that all three were great. The toast points that came with it were tasty, as well! My two friends who got the tomato soup definitely made the right choice. It came out steaming hot, and you can tell it was made in-house. I was given a small spoonful, and the flavors were full and perfectly savory. This may be the best thing on the menu. The pastries that we got definitely left a little to be desired; none of them tasted very fresh. This was the only disappointment of our lunch. I'll be back next time I'm in the area! read more

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Mary A.

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We stopped in here when visiting Dahlonega for the Christmas lights. The cookies and coffee were delicious. The staff were friendly and helpful. A cute restaurant that is worth the visit! read more

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Second time in Dahlonega and I love this sure town!! Came here for a quick light breakfast! The place is cute and small but feels so welcoming and friendly! The food tastes fresh! read more

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We had lunch here today and it was awesome! They had lunches (sandwiches and chips) under $8 and at this time of the year....that's huge!!! As a group, we had tuna, turkey, and the bbq lunches. All of us enjoyed every bite. After lunch, we paid at the counter and ordered coffee and pastry items. Again, delicious! I highly recommend this cafe to everyone! read more

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Dina C.

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Perfect little spot for a quick and light lunch. They offer homemade chicken salad and other sandwiches on croissants or bread as well as salads, soups, homemade quiches, coffee (hot, iced coffee, etc.), cookies, cakes, scones, etc. It is a delightful little place and the prices are very reasonable. The salad I had with a scoop of chicken salad was super fresh and very generous. read more

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Dominica D.

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This place is absolutely delicious and reasonably priced! We got two breakfast sandwiches one with bacon and one with sausage. You can add cheese and egg. Both of our sandwiches were full of flavor. My bacon was nice and crisp. The American cheese was not my first choice but I didn't pay attention to if there was other options. They had cookies, cannolis and other treats! I got a sweet iced coffee; sweetened condensed milk and coffee. It had good flavor but watered down quickly. Every server was super kind. The place was packed and we had to wait to snag a table from some people. Then another group snagged our table after we were done. It was packed when we got there and packed when we left. They had some outside seating and some people even brought their dogs (precious)! Overall 10/10 read more

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Tara L.

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Super cute space! Loved our lunch and the macaroons we got to go were amazing. Can't wait to come back! read more

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My wild mushroom and rice soup and poppy seed salad was amazing! Everything tasted incredibly fresh. The peach chicken salad on croissant was good, but tasted more like mustard than peach. The fruit that came with it was also very fresh, not canned. We had strawberry cake and a raspberry shortbread cookie for dessert - both delicious. It was my favorite eating stop on our 3 day trip. read more

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30 Public Sq S
Dahlonega, GA 30533
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(706) 864-1095
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What time does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery open?

Picnic Cafe and Dessertery opens at 7:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery close?

Picnic Cafe and Dessertery closes at 6:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

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Does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery take credit cards?

Yes, Picnic Cafe and Dessertery takes credit cards.

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Does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery serve alcohol?

No, Picnic Cafe and Dessertery does not serve alcohol.

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Does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery allow dogs?

Yes, Picnic Cafe and Dessertery allows dogs.

Does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery have TVs?

Yes, Picnic Cafe and Dessertery has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery have bike parking?

Yes, Picnic Cafe and Dessertery has bike parking.

Does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery have outdoor seating?

Yes, Picnic Cafe and Dessertery has outdoor seating options.

Does Picnic Cafe and Dessertery have parking?

Yes, Picnic Cafe and Dessertery has parking options. Street Parking

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Yes, Picnic Cafe and Dessertery has free WiFi.

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Our first time back to PH after the revamp and it was GREAT! Amazing service, no long wait times…read moreand the food is now some of the best in Dahlonega. I had the shrimp and grits and it's honestly some of the best I've had and the portion sizes are more than enough. None of us were able to finish everything we had. We will definitely be coming back!

Jessica makes you feel welcomed and appreciated as soon as you step inside the doorway. The menu…read morehas a very nice selection of meals for so many sorted flavors or cravings. Their appetizers are delicious and arrive quickly upon order. The building has a sports bar feel but family friendly atmosphere. They offer so many different activities and musical events for people to enjoy. Keep up the great job and we will be stopping in again soon when we are close to Dahlonega, can't wait to visit again.

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4.8

(6 reviews)

5.1 mi

My sister and I dined at White Oak Bistro while visiting the North Georgia Mountains for my…read morebirthday weekend. After researching many of the dining options in the Dahlonega area, we ultimately decided on White Oak Bistro. The property itself is absolutely beautiful, with rolling pastures, classic fencing, and horses grazing nearby. From the restaurant, you can enjoy distant, long-range mountain views, creating a splendid and picturesque setting. Upon arriving at the bistro, we were warmly welcomed and promptly seated by the windows with a lovely view. The dining room features a refined fine-dining atmosphere, with soft music gently playing in the background. For dinner, we chose the gouda fritters, roasted salmon, and colossal shrimp, followed by tiramisu for dessert. Everything was delicious--especially the fritters and the shrimp entrée. The bread was perfectly baked and fresh, and it paired wonderfully with the flavorful shrimp broth. We truly enjoyed the entire experience and highly recommend White Oak Bistro for anyone planning a relaxing mountain getaway.

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5.0

(11 reviews)

3.6 mi

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Was traveling through the area from Brasstown Bald to Amicalola Falls and was looking for a…read moresandwich shop and found this little spot. It is attached to the gas station but not in the gas station. The workers inside were so friendly. The inside had cool stuff from the 90's on the walls and shelves to talk to my kid about like VHS' and a working Nintendo, Game Boy, & Super Nintendo. The menu was already decent sized but they also had specials. I ended up getting the Dogwood Special which had like 4 meats on it. The meat was cut fresh. The sandwich was delicious. Way better than I expected and would definitely swing by again if I was in the area. If you want a good sandwich I'd highly recommend them.

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Spirits Tavern

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We had the grilled cheese today. It was not so good and overpowered by the poor seed oil they used…read moreto cook with. I asked for some Tabasco sauce to help make the sandwich more palatable to eat, instead of being brought a bottle like most restaurants would give you they gave me a condiment cup full of Tabasco sauce, too much for anyone to use. When the bill came for an extra 50 Cent charge for it, I didn't fight it because it was 50 Cent and I just wanted to leave, but it was frustrating. I've never been charged for condiments / hot sauce at a restaurant I'm giving two stars because the server was nice and patient while we figured out what my little one needed to order she had to come back to the table a couple times, but they should have mentioned the surcharge for the hot sauce at the time that I requested it. Would I come back here again for a meal, no. Would I consider coming back to try a cocktail, maybe, only because overheard the bartender speaking to some patrons quite passionately about the flavors which they put together so I would give this part. Another chance even though the kitchen has lost my confidence,

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Rude awakening burger With Mac and cheese bites as side

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Pharaohs Feast

4.2

(30 reviews)

0.8 mi

I was on a trip with my family and stopped in. I'm so glad we did. Their service made us feel like…read morefamily. The food was gourmet at a reasonable price. Everything was delicious. Even my children who tend to be somewhat picky eaters had no complaints. Will definitely go back next time we're in the area.

We've been waiting a long time for eastern Mediterranean food, and this place was well worth it!…read moreThe menu isn't huge, it covers Egyptian versions of dishes rather than including Greek and Turkish specialties. Good choice, because it means they stay focused on what they do best. We tried a couple appetizers/sides: hummus, which was creamy with enough texture to signal home-made and a nutty touch of sesame; muhammrah a "red pepper and walnut dip" that was new to us; falafel, with a thin, crunchy crust surrounding an almost fluffy, flavor-packed inside; all served with thin-but-flavorful pita. Excellent! And yes we took the leftovers home! For mains, my wife tried the gyro combo, a pita wrapped around lamb gyro (an ample amount) and light cucumber salad, with seasoned French fries. My main was their steak shawarma, wrapped in a pita, with a bit of the cucumber salad. We always share bits of each other's order, so I'm sure of saying these folks know what they're doing! Both mains were excellent as well. Shawarma was new for both us, but a a hit we will be ordering again. By the time we finished this lot, we definitely weren't hungry, but we talked ourselves into trying a dessert with coffee. The owner delighted us by suggesting we share three generous pieces of their specialties, which aren't on their website menu, but are enticingly arrayed in a display case. The owner also offered Turkish style coffee--something I had learned to make at home many years ago but have missed ever since. Delicious stuff! If you need an afternoon pick-me-up, this is the place--just be sure to order it with medium sugar and let the coffee grounds settle for a minute or two! Not experience with authentic Turkish-style coffee? Chat with the owner about it, he knows his stuff. A heads-up about the cafe itself: this is an everyday, neighborhood eatery, great for lunch or a quick dinner. It's like something transported from an east-Mediterranean city neighborhood, comfortable, unpretentious, and friendly. It's the kind of place you've seen Anthony Bourdain visit and dawdle in, in countless places. Go! Have an adventure! And if we meet, let's chat!

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Wolf Mountain Vineyards

Came here on a Sunday for a day trip from the city; it's about 1.5 hours from Decatur. Upon…read morearrival, parking may seem limited at first, but there's actually plenty available. We parked at the bottom of the venue and had to climb the stairs to the top. If you're lucky, you might catch a ride in the golf cart, but if you're seated in the back, hold on tight because it's a steep ride! We came for the Sunday brunch buffet, which features a different theme each month and never disappoints. If brunch isn't your thing, you can enjoy a wine tasting in the tasting room located below the main dining area. If you're there for brunch, you're also allowed to go back and forth between the tasting room and dining room during your allotted table time. I definitely recommend visiting any time of year; the views alone are worth the trip!

Busy place..., I'd say service was good- experienced wine servers. Place feels like a bar:…read moreunfortunate for a wine bar. Wines were good. However I wouldn't recommend or go back. The cafe closed early @2pm which was kinda ridiculous.., glad we stopped @frogs winery and ate. Much better views there and good and atmosphere was 1000% better ... Loud and obnoxious!

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Lunch buffet (French cuisine during our visit)

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The Bear Necessities Cafe

4.6

(58 reviews)

1.5 mi

We were traveling through Dahlonega to meet up with a friend and I found this place on Yelp. I…read morewasn't in the mood to fight with the downtown crowd and this location was perfect. This place has many different seating options. There is a section with tables, a section with couches and comfy chairs, and rooms where you can privately meet with your girlfriends, Bible studies, or book clubs. Every member if the staff was kind and helpful. It is obvious they genuinely care about the customer experience. Now, on to the food. I took one bite of my sausage and egg Sammie on Ciabatta and seriously started laughing. I have never done that before but the sandwich was so good that it was shocking. The bread was so soft and flavorful. It was such a hearty sandwich. I love a good flight option and this one did not disappoint. I got to try all of their specialty lattes with oatmilk. This will be our new meetup place whenever we pass through town.

One of the best breakfast and lunch cafes in Georgia hands down. The place is clean, the food is…read moredelicious and the staff along with the owners care about everything that represents their establishment. A true 10 and must try. Tops on my list. Their desserts are incredible and homemade as well.

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The coffee flight is $20. We chose the 4 specialities. The star gazer is a lavender drink, which I highly recommend. It's made in-house.

Bratzeit

Absolutely fantastic! Home style German food at it's best! Come hungry and leave happy. Food was…read moregreat, service was great, owner/chef welcomed us in, and the colorful characters at the bar that reminded me of everyone's uncles were icing on the cake! If you haven't been there, get there.

Such a cute place, offering simple German fare. Their schnitzel is tasty, as is their spatzle,…read moresauerkraut, and German potato salad. I didn't care for the hunter sauce on their jaegershnitzle because it was too bland for me. We are very excited to be in the area now so we can make a reservation for their fondue! I know it will be amazing! We love sitting on their patio, which offers a nice view of the surrounding mountains. Bratzeit is dog-friendly, so feel free to bring your pooch! Service is great and the owners are always happy to see you!

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Bar area.

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Bourbon Street Grille

Amazing brunch, this place pays real homage to creole style cooking…read more Creativity shows up everywhere, and the use of local ingredients doesn't leave anything lacking. Gumbo, the Benedict, beignets...all excellent! Whole family enjoyed every bit of it. I'd come back here in a heartbeat.

Bourbon Street Grille has a unique set up. You can eat on the balcony overlooking Dahlonega Square…read moreor head around to the back if you are wheelchair bound or have a stroller. We had our 12 lb bundle of puppy joy with us so to the back deck we went. I think Dakotah was the only server on the main floor, both inside and out because it took a long time. Long time for water. He was busy even though the restaurant wasn't full. Poor guy. My hubby ordered the muffaletta and wasn't impressed. He ate it though. He loved his Abita root beer. I decided to order from the side menu and I'm so happy I did. The andouille sausage was grilled and tasty. The maque choux was amazing. Think Mexican corn with a Louisiana twist. Perfection!! The loaded grits were also wonderful- chocked full of gouda, bacon, and green onions. Delicious! The gumbo was thick like a stew. The flavor was smoky and sublime. My only beef is instead of all gumbo, the cup was filled mostly with rice... topped with gumbo. Overall we enjoyed our dinner. However, due to the pace of things, the underwhelming sandwich and perception of getting shorted on the chicken and gumbo. I wouldn't hesitate to swing by and order a maque choux to go as a snack except they charge $1 for the to-go container.

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Back bar

Shrimp and grits

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Rose water gin & tonic. Strawberry margarita.

The Mill Grill

4.2

(11 reviews)

2.3 mi

Good food with a view of the water! I was honestly surprised by the prices because they could…read moredefinitely charge more with the view. Plus the staff are very attentive and offer refills and anything else you need. Don't let past reviews scare you off! You want to come here!!

Food great! Pleasant wait staff…read moreClean environment Wish for mixed drinks Should be open more

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They have ice cream and coffee too.

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Front of building

Shenanigans

Shenanigans food is things dreams are made of. The Potato Poppers were fresh and had just a bit of…read moreheat... not unbearable on the tongue at all. The Steak & Spuds fell in to my husband's mouth at a rapid pace that the song of Florence & The Machine's Dog Days Are Over rang out like an anthem. Their brown gravy is just. Like. my. Irish. Mother's. Impeccable and rich. My Shepherds Pie was delicious and although the cheese was a little intimidating, perfectly balanced. My Smithwick's Irish Ale was the perfect accompaniment with the food. Our server was in training. We sat outside and he and his trainer quickly approached us to take our drink order and make recommendations. They were attentive and pleasant. We wouldn't have known he was in training! The bonus is they have their own parking lot so it's easy to roll on out to your car from app the good eats!

I've come here a few times but to be honest, it's usually been after drinking around town and at…read morelocal wineries so food quality wasn't a big deal. This time we came after hiking all day and sat outside with our dogs. Ambiance-touristy Irish pub. It's a big place that still tries to be Irish-ish. They fail but it's a worthwhile effort and people seem to like it. One issue with the design-it's a huge place but they have 2-single person bathrooms-one next to the bar and one on the second floor. I don't even understand how you get a building permit with that occupancy and so few bathrooms. My wife and I each got a burger, sub veggie patty. They are getting 2 stars for the fact they don't upcharge for the vegan patty. Everyone upcharges for a veggie burger, so this is an impressive give-a-way to customers. However, I added mushrooms and roasted red peppers, which added $2 each, and gluten free sandwich bread, which was a $5 upcharge. First, those veggies should not be a $2 upcharge each. That's obnoxious. Your menu burgers have toppings and are cheaper than a plain burger with 2 veggies. But, I am not taking stars away for the upcharge. I saw them, I accepted them. My problem is that with those changes, this was a $25 burger at an Irish pub in north GA and it tasted like a $5 burger from an Irish pub in north GA. It was dry, unseasoned, and very bland. You charged me $5 for 2 slices of bread from a loaf that costs $7.99 retail. A red pepper is $0.75 cents, maybe, retail, and for a couple teaspoons you charged me $2. Who knows what mushrooms cost, but the point is, for two toppings and sub 2 slices of sandwich bread, you charged me for a high-end steakhouse burger and served me a terrible backyard grill burger. On top of that, I ordered a whiskey (knob creek) on the rocks. On my check was a $2 rocks charge. So...you charged me $2 for ice? It makes no sense. It's the same amount of liquor. When I asked the server about it, she said because they pour an extra 2 ounces in. Obviously she lied because she had no clue what she was talking about. First, why would adding ice equal and extra 2 ounces? Maybe if I asked for an up martini or something, but I am adding volume, so why would you also add liquor? Second, my whiskey was $13 and a restaurant shot is 1, maybe 1.5 ounces. Do you really mean to tell me you gave me an extra 2 shots, maybe an extra 1.33 shots of a $13 liquor for $2 only because I asked for ice? I'm not an idiot. So, poor food, lying service, and unreasonable upcharges. I'm not coming back

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Foothill Grill

Another fantastic, wonderful and colossal experience here at Foothills Café…read more Had a delicious family lunch with my daughter and her uncle. Hi, my usual 1/2 pound cheeseburger on ciabatta bread, with coleslaw and French fries. Daughter had their delicious chicken fingers with okra and french fries, and my brother had the 1/3 pound bacon cheeseburger, with coleslaw and fries, all outstanding! You are missing out if you do not come to Foothills Café on your travels to Dahlonega!

I have eaten here several times but this time was not the greatest!! It will be a long time before…read moreI return for sure. The waitress didn't write anything down as far as taking our order and never checked on us once our food arrived. We ordered a cinnamon roll which we never got. Pancakes were doughy and something was just off about the whole thing. Hope they can get their act together and do better.

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Shrimp & grits

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Public House

4.1

(60 reviews)

1.1 mi

Our first time back to PH after the revamp and it was GREAT! Amazing service, no long wait times…read moreand the food is now some of the best in Dahlonega. I had the shrimp and grits and it's honestly some of the best I've had and the portion sizes are more than enough. None of us were able to finish everything we had. We will definitely be coming back!

Jessica makes you feel welcomed and appreciated as soon as you step inside the doorway. The menu…read morehas a very nice selection of meals for so many sorted flavors or cravings. Their appetizers are delicious and arrive quickly upon order. The building has a sports bar feel but family friendly atmosphere. They offer so many different activities and musical events for people to enjoy. Keep up the great job and we will be stopping in again soon when we are close to Dahlonega, can't wait to visit again.

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Decor inside gives a fun, colorful, but cozy vibe

Meatloaf dinner

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The Bear Necessities Cafe

4.6

(58 reviews)

1.5 mi

We were traveling through Dahlonega to meet up with a friend and I found this place on Yelp. I…read morewasn't in the mood to fight with the downtown crowd and this location was perfect. This place has many different seating options. There is a section with tables, a section with couches and comfy chairs, and rooms where you can privately meet with your girlfriends, Bible studies, or book clubs. Every member if the staff was kind and helpful. It is obvious they genuinely care about the customer experience. Now, on to the food. I took one bite of my sausage and egg Sammie on Ciabatta and seriously started laughing. I have never done that before but the sandwich was so good that it was shocking. The bread was so soft and flavorful. It was such a hearty sandwich. I love a good flight option and this one did not disappoint. I got to try all of their specialty lattes with oatmilk. This will be our new meetup place whenever we pass through town.

One of the best breakfast and lunch cafes in Georgia hands down. The place is clean, the food is…read moredelicious and the staff along with the owners care about everything that represents their establishment. A true 10 and must try. Tops on my list. Their desserts are incredible and homemade as well.

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The coffee flight is $20. We chose the 4 specialities. The star gazer is a lavender drink, which I highly recommend. It's made in-house.

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Lynndel F.

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1 year ago

I had a wonderful experience at Picnic Cafe and Dessertery! The staff was incredibly kind and attentive, they even made me a special vegan/planet based veggie sandwich, which was delicious and came with chips and fresh fruit. The service was excellent from start to finish. I loved the option of outdoor seating, which made it perfect for enjoying the weather and people-watching in the heart of downtown. Plus, it's dog-friendly, which is always a bonus. Highly recommend if you're looking for a welcoming spot with good food and charm! read more

Kathryn S.

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8

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3 years ago

I have always been pleased with the service and feel the portion sizes at the price are incredibly valued. The look and feel of the establishment creates an incredible ambiance and you just sort of feel "home". The servers are always incredibly friendly and helpful. If you are local to the area or work near the square it is the perfect place for a morning cup of coffee. read more

Barby M.

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6

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10 years ago

Amazig food and coffee !!! We had the breakfast sandwich with sausage, egg and cheese. Coffee was delicious and the staff was super friendly .cute town read more

JC C.

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14 years ago

This place was awesome. The food and service both. Tabby S. is probably single, overweight and has the personality of a rock.