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

R.I.P. to Johnny B's. Amazing crowd, amazing atmosphere and…read moreeven more amazing staff. JB's will always be legendary

Johnny Bs has great food and a very good menu with a wide selection of choices. The servers and…read morestaff have always been kind and friendly whenever we visit this establishment. The building looks plain from the outside but inside it has a lot of interesting and nostalgic decor throughout the building. Keep up the great job Johnny Bs staff and I recommend you to other customers.

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.

Wonderful distillery with indoor and outdoor seating. Cocktails range from $11 to $14 each. The…read morecocktails are wonderful. We tried the mojito, long branch lemonade and blossom cooler. The mojito was my favorite. Distillery also sells bottle of liquor. Attached are photos of the cocktail menu.

So while leaving the area I just happened to pass this building so I stopped in because I can…read moreappreciate a good distillery. When you walk in it's huge and there's plenty of space on the inside and the outside. There are TVs here so you can actually watch a game while you're drinking. The staff was super cool and very very friendly so I appreciate that they do everything in house because it's a distillery but they have some very creative drinks. If you want to go and sit outside, that's a good spot to be in because there's plenty of space out there. They have a patio out there as well that is very easy to chill at. Overall I don't really have any complaints. The menu isn't huge but it's enough to get you over. If you're passing it, I would definitely say it'd be a good time to try.

Mixed feelings on this place. The beertender was super friendly and educated about the beer. The…read moreplace is intimate with most of the inside taken up with the equipment and bar. There's the bar, a few high top tables, and a nice long picnic table for communal drinking. There are plenty of tables outside. The beer flight I had didn't really have anything that was exceptional. I was told some Germans thought their version of an Oktoberfest was good, but not in my opinion (although I am not German, I do drink a lot of German beer). The Mom-in-Law really liked the Irish red ale (which the beertender admitted was more of a scotch ale). The Lanier Lager and the stout were probably the best of the bunch. I think the beer is still good enough to come hang out and check out Fergus and Hamish, the cows.

OMG! Great Craft Beers…read moreLobster Rolls I Pet a Cow and Had 2 Awesome Dates! Does it get better? I think NOT!

If you are looking for the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, authentic Italian flavors, and…read morebreathtaking atmosphere in North Georgia, look no further than Trattoria di Montaluce. I have visited Montaluce Winery and Estates many times over the years, but I've always been on the move, never quite able to pause and soak in the full experience. This past weekend, while celebrating my birthday, my friends and I decided to change that. After a refreshing hike through the stunning property, we finally made time to stop in and it was everything I hoped it would be. The moment you step inside, you are transported. The interior aesthetics are absolutely gorgeous. There is a distinct, charming, and "campy" vibe that feels incredibly rustic and upscale at the same time. The taxidermy animals mounted on the walls add such a unique, authentic touch to the space. It's the kind of place you just don't find in chain restaurants. There is just something about a good wood-fired pizza that is unmatched. You can taste the quality and the craft in every bite. I ordered the classic Margherita pizza, and it was exactly what I needed after hiking. It was fresh, bubbly, and perfectly charred. To round out the meal, I paired my pizza with a glass of their signature apple wine. It was the perfect crisp accompaniment to the meal, capturing the essence of the Georgia mountains. Surrounded by real friends who truly celebrate you is a blessing within itself, and Trattoria di Montaluce provided the perfect backdrop for our birthday festivities. It's the kind of place where time slows down, allowing you to actually connect and enjoy the company you're with. If you find yourself finishing a day of wine tasting and hiking, and you think you might not have room for a full pizza, do not let that stop you! Order it anyway and take it home. Your future self will absolutely thank you for that delicious, wood-fired treat the next day. Whether you are a local or just visiting the North Georgia mountains, make sure the Trattoria at Montaluce is on your itinerary. It is a quintessential experience that I am so glad I finally carved out the time to enjoy. #DahlonegaEats #Montaluce #WoodFiredPizza #GeorgiaWineries #YelpElite #BirthdayCelebration #AshSaidIt #NorthGeorgiaLiving #ItalianDining #FoodieLife

The wine hike tour was not worth the money spent, nor was the dinner afterwards…read more The hike was rough, narrow, filled with roots and other things to trip over. For people very fit it could be ok, but not appropriate or worth it for older people or those who really enjoy hiking. Constantly looking at the minimalist trail watching out for debris on the trail. Not comfortable hiking. Cheesy at best. The dinner was served in a cafeteria type atmosphere with a long line of TVs. Service was sketchy at best, and the food was just OK. Noisy. The wine tasting was ok. I would find some place else.

Such a fun spot for a tasting! With in an art gallery, I believe she said they had 25 different…read moreartist on display. Then the gifts they have our so cute, fun and playful. The strawberry mango wine you must try it was so good!

First off, I apologize for lack of photos. When we walked into this place, it was for the Wine…read moreTasting, so didn't even realize they had other things to purchase. It's not super easy to find! Dahlonega has lots of interesting twists and turns and back alley shops and some shops blended in so well with other places, that a random door opens up to more unique experiences. So, that's how we found this place. We were waiting to get our names in for Bourbon Street Grille, and this random door behind us boasted wine tasting. I thought it was just a one room deal behind us. When you see the door and the shop, you'll fully understand. If you like wine, this is worth it and a MUCH better deal than the Wine Festival (which is what we came for). It's not a big place and technically only has about 8 seats at the bar for tasting. Thankfully, it seemed all the festival goers didn't know about this place (bc it's totally a Harry Potter hidden type of deal) so we got 4 seats. The kids roamed around the shop while we tried wine. The flights are $12/$16 based off the wines you want. They have white, red, blended and rose. Oh, check in on Yelp and receive one free taste of any wine (I used mine)!!! I did the Rose, Merlot, Vidal Blanc, Pinot Grigio, and the Petit Manseng. Loved the Merlot (had a spicy after taste) the most! Then the Pinot Grigio. The Petit Manseng is their strongest wine but was my least favorite. However, I tasted the Trillium from someone else's in our group and LOVED IT. We ended up buying a bottle of Mtn Harvest Red plus the Apfelwein (the lady described it so well and made us want to get a bottle). I can honestly say I had such a buzz from the flight that I stopped drinking when we went to go eat. The wine was really good and certainly hit, so be careful! Totally worth checking this place out, if you can find it!!!

We were visiting from Florida and a musician was playing a set here. The space is very large and…read moreclean, and the selections were plentiful. There is a nice outdoor area if you need to stretch your legs and take in the fresh mountain air. As I went to have a taste of their delicious mead, Blair struck up a conversation with me, and we talked about the area, it's history, and this business he has made from his own humble beginnings. We talked about the bees, we talked about area happenings , and he was a wonderful host. I highly recommend that you not miss this place when heading through Dahlonega.

This is a very nice place to bring your dogs, have a few drinks, and make some new friends. The…read moremeads I tried were very good and the beers were distinctly above average. Relax with a Boggs Creek Oatmeal Stout and Instant Retirement Double IPA. Flights are six 4 of pours (2 Oz for meads). Staff was very friendly and brought cold filtered water for our pups. Gorgeous outdoor seating in September. No real food here, so make this a second stop for your evening.