This is one of our go to places for Saturday morning coffee. The best dirty chai latte!! Love the…read morepeople and the outdoor seating. Dogs are welcome and loved too. The service is always fast and friendly.

First off, historic downtown Dahlonega is very charming. Picnic Cafe has prime real estate on the…read moresquare alongside the other shops, restaurants, nearby park, farmers market, etc. We were in town for a wedding so everyone met up at this location for breakfast. Something about the Picnic Cafe name made me think the food would be a little more homemade, cute in presentation, etc. but that wasn't quite the case. Our food was served on styrofoam, the coffee drinks were a-okay (from a machine) and the jelly was served in packets (I'm not sure why but I really pictured sweet local jams or something that would tie back to the name and feel of the business). The bakery case offered croissants, cookies, etc. I didn't try any of those for myself so I can't speak to them. They offer a handful of small tables both inside and on the front patio overlooking the square.  The service was great - I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that here.

Food: Excellent food and generous portions. The trout…read moresandwich with fries was a standout, and the fried green tomato appetizer paired nicely with the gastrique, greens, and spicy pimento cheese. The burger and tater tots were also very good. The menu offers a wide variety of specialty burgers with plenty of customization options, including grass-fed beef for a small upcharge. Fair prices for the quality and quantity of food--definitely left in a food coma. Service: Service was efficient and the food came out well-prepared. No major issues during the visit. Atmosphere: Located in downtown Dahlonega, making it easy to explore nearby shops and dessert spots before or after your meal. The tavern has a darker, eclectic vibe with artwork, punk music, and a slightly edgy feel. The décor fits the restaurant's origins and personality, though the lighting--including in the restrooms--is quite dim. Parking downtown can be somewhat difficult during busy times.

We were road tripping today and stopped in the Dahlonega. After several referrals to Spirts Tavern…read morewe decided to give it a try. First off thank you to our server Mattie for taking great care of us throughout our dinning experience. We started off our meal with the Mac and Cheese bites Mattie suggested and they were delicious. Then we moved on to our main courses. I went with the All American Chili Burger and fries that were very good. My better half went for the turkey burger and pasta salad enjoying every bite. We highly recommend you stop in and give this hidden gem a try. No pun intended it was a mining town at one time. The atmosphere was a great local vibe. We will be back.

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!

We arrived at the town square in Dahlonega and headed over to the Irish Pub Shenanigans. The…read morewaitstaff was friendly and polite. Tonight we were treated to live music in the pub. The drinks are always fun - look for seasonal specials. Our favorite app is "crack" dip - cream cheese, sausage and some other delicious ingredients. One favorite dinner entrees are Fish and Chips - the batter is crisp (so are the fries!) and the fish is fresh. Another favorite is the Beef Stew- a small but hearty portion , the gravy is divine. Don't skip dessert: the peanut butter pie !!

You can find Shenanigans at 87 N Chestatee St Dahlonega, GA 30533. This is about a block down the…read morehill from the Dahlonega downtown square - you enter on the back side of the building with the Pub found in the basement. I recently attended a wedding at Wolf Mountain Vineyards, and since I was staying in the nearby IHG/Holiday Inn Express (on the square) I stopped by Shenanigans to watch some great live music there and have a beer. As I was leaving the next day I hit the place again for lunch before hitting the road back to Atlanta. This is a pretty classic Irish Pub more suited to college students getting their buzz-on. I had been told that the food was good and surprisingly, yes the Reuben Sandwich I ordered was exceptional - juicy pile of corned beef sauteed with kraut and Russian Dressing on marbled rye. I ordered mine with a side of broccoli to maintain the semblance of eating healthy. The service was really good considering I was one of the first two people there (seating took a minute) with a great server who came by frequently to make sure my needs were met. The food came out almost instantly - less than 5 minutes after I ordered, with a steaming sandwich and veg. I plan to explore this place more the next time I'm in town.

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!

Yikes... not a good experience for us. The place was packed with a local crowd that drew us in…read more The parking lot is a mess to get in and out of- the space is tight for anything bigger than an original VW Beetle. We glanced at other tables- the blueberry pancakes at the next table looked amazing. I hemmed and hawed but being a biscuit connoisseur, I went with the country platter. Big mistake. We both ordered platters with scrambled eggs and crispy bacon. The eggs were crunchier than the bacon. Disappointingly, the biscuit was a standard frozen foot service reheat. The winner was the French toast. And, as I paid the bill, I ordered a cinnamon roll to go. It was touted as freshly made. It was just after 8am... it was dry and unappetizing. Very disappointing experience all around. We did find the staff lovely and warm. The food didn't match their energy.

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.

I rarely write negative reviews, but I feel it's important to share this experience for others who…read moremay be deciding where to dine while visiting Dahlonega. We had a reservation for dinner on 12/20 at 6:30 pm. Knowing it was the holiday season and that Dahlonega is a popular destination, we intentionally made a reservation so our family could enjoy a relaxed dinner together during our visit. Unfortunately, the experience fell short in several ways. Cons: Despite having a reservation, we waited an excessive amount of time to be seated. Once seated, our table was visibly dirty. When a server finally came by, bread was delivered without plates, utensils, or napkins, which required an additional long wait. Service throughout the meal was extremely slow. We watched several other parties arrive, dine, and leave while we were still waiting. The chicken piccata was not prepared correctly and tasted more like a sour Alfredo-style sauce. The steak was chewy and not cooked as ordered. Pros: We received a small complimentary cannoli for a birthday, which was appreciated. The ambiance was festive and nice for the holidays. Had we known about the level of service and food quality ahead of time, we would have chosen to dine elsewhere during our visit. It's disappointing to say, but based on this experience, I would not retur

Me and my now fiancé decided to give this place another try. Unfortunately the food was not up to…read morethe standard that I wanted . The Cumming location is great, but the Dahlonega location needs some support in the food. The ambience and service is always great, that's not the issue . The issue is in the food and I think the quality of meat, quality of sauce, and especially the quality in the calamari needs to be improved . Sadly it seems I'll have to wait another 3 years before I try this place again.

This tavern in the center of Dahlonega is one of my favorite places to visit for lunch or dinner!…read moreWhile the food that they serve is the usual bar food you could find anywhere (burgers, chips and salsa, wings, etc), the reason I keep coming back is because of the fantastic service I get there! I always sit at the bar and talk with the waitresses or waiters while I enjoy my drink, talking about our days, what's going on in life, then 10-15 mins later my food comes out! Always exactly what I order, never unsatisfied with food quality, and most importantly I feel welcome! Since I have gone so many times, once I'm recognized, we make jokes that I always order "the usual," an iced tea with a bbq bacon cheeseburger (and it's true, lol). Overall, if you are ever on a roadtrip, in town shopping around, or hanging with friends, and want to get a quick bite to eat, chat with someone locally, the Nighthawk Tavern is the place to go!

Want a tasty lunch while in Dahlonega? Here's a great choice. With indoor and outdoor seating,…read moreNighthawk Tavern is always in season. Our group of 9 were seated quickly. Menus and water were served promptly and the food was brought to our table piping hot. Even the fries, the failure point for most restaurants were hit and crisp. The pizzas, described as Chicago Style, were a thin crust pie. (Somebody needs to visit Chicago-Town for a primer). But, both pies disappeared. A fajita bowl and burrito bowl both vanished. My Greek gyro was overstuffed with lamb and fillings. Absolutely fantastic. And the spicy chicken fingers also vanished. Zero leftovers on ole servings. The food was that good. And service was attentive and water was consistently refilled. Just one caveat, for larger groups, Nighthawk Tavern adds a gratuity to the check. They're very transparent, as the tip is clearly shown. I still added a few bucks to the total. If you're in Dahlonega. you'll be more than happy with Nighthawk Tavern. And you certainly won't leave hungry.

You can find Wolf Mountain Vineyards at 180 Wolf Mountain Trl Dahlonega, GA 30533. This was about…read more10-15 minutes from campus (downtown Dahlonega) I attended a wedding of my friends Katherine and Chris at the winery - honestly I didn't taste any of the wine (yes I know, bad) but enjoyed myself. The venue is pretty spectacular with great views of the surrounding hills and valleys along with the vineyards as the hang of the side of the mountain. There were two aspects that pushed my opinion down a bit, neither are really the fault of the venue or business so I've stayed with the 5-stars. The wedding was held in an outdoor pavilion with great views, but during the first week of August quite hot. There are ceiling fans but they didn't help too much - I was sweltering in my jacket and tie by the time the ceremony ended (just be aware if you book something here during the hot season). The second, there are a lot of stairs as you are on the side of a mountain. If you have a hard time traversing a lot of stairs, there are other means of getting around so once again be aware. The main "hall" has windows with fantastic views. I thought the food was exceptional and wish I had taken more photos, but there were a lot of poor lighting (I was seated next to the dance area). My apologies for the missing check in and the lack of photos but I didn't want to be obnoxious at a wedding. Overall I love the rustic charm of this place and plan to return and more fully explore the wine offerings. I thought the service was exceptional with very accommodating staff, especially the bartenders.

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!

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!

Absolutely incredible. The menu and cocktails , along with service, are top shelf. They should be…read moreproud of their product and the experience they are providing families. Love supporting businesses doing it the right way