Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Northeast Georgia Mountains

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Northeast Georgia Mountains? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Home Restaurant

5.0

5 (1912)

$30 and under

Farm-to-table

Marble Hill

About the restaurant

RESERVATION ONLY
Delicious dining experience with the freshest and highest quality ingredients, most being locally sourced.

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Dirk

Dined 3 days ago

Always great food and service for a great value. Living in Big Canoe we eat there a fair amount and you cannot find anything that can compare in the area. Always incredible.

Antebellum

4.9

4.9 (2888)

$30 and under

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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Anthony

Dined on May 7, 2025

Or server was great and very attentive. The food and drinks were excellent!

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Popular dish

Sticky Toffee Cake

Popular dish

Triple Cream Baked Brie

Popular dish

Fried Green Tomatoes

The Vandiver

4.9

4.9 (128)

$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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Robert

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent service, great drinks, outstanding server

Valhalla Resort Hotel Dining

4.8

4.8 (465)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Helen

About the restaurant

At Valhalla’s fine dining restaurant, The Caledonia Room, the menu prepared by Executive Chef Timothy Bates is extraordinary, and romance is king. Whether you’re looking for sumptuous grilled steaks, mouthwatering seafood, or pitch-perfect pasta, this casually elegant eatery has something delectable to satiate every palate, without breaking the bank. Open seven days-a-week:
BREAKFAST 8 AM—11 AM ◊ LUNCH 11 AM—5 PM ◊ DINNER 5 PM—9 PM ◊

Please note: Seating options booked through OpenTable are for The Caledonia Room only. Reservations for the Sky Bar are not necessary; it’s first come, first served 7 days-a-week (4pm-9pm). Hours and operations are subject to change if there are events. We look forward to serving you soon!

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Nathan

Dined 4 days ago

Food was good, service was great and the views of the mountains was great also, will definitely be going back in October to see the fall colors!

Rabun Social

4.8

4.8 (105)

$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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Dr. Stephen

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

Excellent place for Asian fusion food combining superb service and a trendy but friendly vibe for ambience. Outside dining and bar seating on a nice day in beautiful Rabun County. Worth a drive if you live away. You will want to return.

Lucky Hare

4.7

4.7 (279)

$31 to $50

American

Marble Hill

About the restaurant

Fresh, Local, From Scratch. Everyday.

Great food is always fresh, never frozen. Locally sourced is always better than factory food from far away. That’s why every dish at Lucky Hare is made from scratch, in our kitchen, by our chefs, everyday. It’s better for you, and we believe it tastes better that way.

Whenever possible we work with local farmers to source the freshest and best quality ingredients we can while supporting our community. Whether it’s locally grown produce or pasture raised meats, you’ll notice the difference in flavor and you can feel good about supporting local small businesses.

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Jim

Dined 2 days ago

I think Lucky Hare has become my new favorite restaurant in the Jasper/Marble Hill area and we have quite a few good ones to choose from. The food and service is amazing!

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Popular dish

Smashburger

Experience

You Didn’t Expect This Here.

Community Brew & Tap

4.6

4.6 (927)

$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.

For parties of 9 and larger or private event inquiries, please visit our website.

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Ted

Dined 3 days ago

This was our first visit to the Community Brew & Tap, which my wife chosen for my 65 birthday. The food and the employees were nothing short of incredible. From the salad, to the dessert, and everything in between, everything wes perfectly prepared with rich flavor that did item justic. The steaks we enjoyed were cooked to prefection, the richness and overall flavor made them one of the best steaks I have ever eaten. We also had a side of the creamed garlic potatoes and grill asparagus, which were both truly delicious, as well. We had started off the meal with a chopped salad that had a vinegarette dressing that was absolutely wonderful. For dessert we each decided on warm smoked cinnamon cake, that came with a caramel cream sauce and a scoop of ice cream. They were served under a smoke filled glass dome. It was very good, and a very nice way to finish the meal. The cost of the dishes are a bit over priced, but none the less we will certainly be back as the restaurant is an absolute must if you enjoy a little slice of heaven for your meal.

Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern - GA

4.5

4.5 (279)

$31 to $50

Southern

Gainesville

About the restaurant

Great barbecue and chef pride go hand-in-hand. And we have both. Our southern-inspired menu has the classic recipes that you crave, and the perfect twist on traditional dishes that are sure to satisfy. Taste our Bourbon Glazed Salmon and Bacon Wrapped Smoked Meatloaf. Or check out our signature Louisiana dishes including Jambalaya or Shrimp and Grits. Our meats are smoked in our Ole Hickory Pit Smoker and everything in between is made in our scratch kitchen. Our rubs and sauces are all our own recipe. Incredible smoked meats and great bourbons are what we're made of.

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Barry

Dined 7 days ago

Great waiter. Austin was great. Food was good We’d go back and try some other dishes. Overall nice experience

Stekoa Creek

4.5

4.5 (187)

$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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Tracy

Dined 7 days ago

Delicious food, great atmosphere, friendly service

Julep Farms

4.4

4.4 (76)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Dillard

About the restaurant

Julep Kitchen is a vibrant restaurant that showcases New American cuisine infused with a delightful Southern twist. The menu celebrates seasonal cooking, highlighting the freshest, highest-quality ingredients sourced from local farms and markets. Diners can expect a dynamic array of flavors that change with the seasons, keeping each visit a unique experience.

Adjacent to the kitchen, Julep Bar offers an impressive selection of wines and champagnes alongside various locally crafted beers. The cocktail menu is a creative playground where mixologists expertly combine ingredients to craft innovative drinks. Among these, the classic Mint Julep takes center stage. It embodies the spirit of Southern hospitality with its refreshing blend of muddled mint, sugar, and bourbon, served over crushed ice in a traditional silver cup. It's a must-try for anyone looking to indulge in the flavors of the South.

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KimVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful location and delicious food! We enjoyed a lovely Mothers’ Day brunch

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