Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Cherokee

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Cherokee? 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!

Downtown Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (2254)

$30 and under

Steak

Canton

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Downtown Kitchen. We have one goal in mind when we open our doors every day - "To do whatever it takes to create the best dining experience possible.' That means buying certified Angus beef, Ashley Farms chicken, New Zealand Spring lamb, dayboat fish and fresh local produce. We change our menus daily according to market and season availability. Our style of cooking is defined as simplicity at its best. We built the restaurant to elevate the guests' level of comfort. The bar, tables, and booths were custom-made by a local wood worker. And we searched the nation for unique works of Art to deck our walls. Music of Blues and Rock greats fill the air. Service is as important as the food. Our staff is sincere, knowledgeable and friendly. They hustle to deliver the best service around, yet take the time to remember your name and how you like your drink.

Top review

OpenTable Dinervip

Dined 6 days ago

One of the best in downtown Canton. Owner Chef makes a difference. Great bottle of Petit Petit wine to top off the great meal.

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Popular dish

Mushroom Ravioli

Queenies

4.9

4.9 (532)

$30 and under

Southern

Canton

About the restaurant

Seasonal Chef driven meat and two restaurant featuring upscale southern favorites.

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Ken

Dined 2 days ago

We enjoyed dinner with our friends. My salmon was cooked just the way I asked. The food was very good and the atmosphere was comfortable and pleasant. Kyle was our server. We was excellent!

Goin' Coastal - Canton

4.8

4.8 (3176)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Canton

About the restaurant

Jezebel Magazine - #35 of the TOP 100 restaurants in Atlanta
Highest Ranking Seafood Restaurant in the TOP 100
Atlanta Magazine - Highest ranked seafood restaurant in Atlanta
Yelp - 4 Star Rating

GOIN" COASTAL is a sustainable seafood joint. We feature only the highest quality seafood from sources, either fished or farmed that can exist over the long term without compromising species' survival or the health of the ecosystem. So why does this matter?

1. With over 75% of the world fisheries either fully fished or over fished, we believe the choices we make will help to enhance the seafood marketplace for all consumers.

2. Sustainable fishing practices are not only environmentally responsible they yield the highest quality seafood.

Thank you for supporting the sustainable seafood movement by GOIN COASTAL. Now, stop surfing the web and come eat some great seafood!

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Cody

Dined 7 days ago

Always superb food, service, and southern hospitality.

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4.8

4.8 (1770)

$31 to $50

Steak

Woodstock

About the restaurant

FOR PARTIES OF 10 OR MORE PLEASE EMAIL MANDY@SUCCULENTHOSPITALITY.COM
Located in the heart of downtown Woodstock you'll find Prime 120, the southeast's premier prime steakhouse. This is a perfect destination for your special occasion. Guests will be wowed whether sitting at the bar while their favorite crafted cocktail is created by one of our talented bartenders, dining in our elegant dining room or on our spacious patio, with a new beautiful outdoor bar, by the 20 ft. stone fireplace. Our partnership with Farmers & Fisherman allows us to provide our guests the best steaks in the country and the freshest fish available. Chef William Sigley has created a menu that truly celebrates the essence and flavors of the meats that are finished off in our Mugnaini wood ovens. Our private dining room, featuring a stone fireplace, is available for parties up to 30 and other options for large groups are available. Brunch served Saturdays and Sundays 11am-3pm.

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tevis

Dined 3 days ago

Really love this place... low key atmosphere... wonderful food.

Local on North

4.6

4.6 (1307)

$30 and under

American

Canton

About the restaurant

LOCAL pays homage to the Metropolitan and Northern regions of Georgia through food, design, service, and customer care. Our aspiration was to create a place that has favorites, drinks and food, which will make each person in your group happy and satisfied.

Private Event Level, Newly Renovated to Service up to 100 Guests. Perfect setting for your special event. Event Specialist: Salem 678-462-9223

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Tim

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

Food and service were great. I think they thought it was still 90 degrees outside! It was very cold in the dining room

Magnolia Villa

4.6

4.6 (299)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

Canton

About the restaurant

Magnolia Villa is nestled within the historical Mill at Etowah. This cozy Italian restaurant highlights our passion for honest cooking and an enjoyable atmosphere. Our menu features a selection of dishes, all made in-house.

Italian food is defined by it's simplicity and quality of ingredients. Magnolia Villa strives to offer our guest an experience of hospitality accompained by delicious food. With some of the freshest creations, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Loved by locals and traveling foodies alike, now is the perfect time for you to join us today at Magnolia Villa.

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Sharonvip

Dined 3 days ago

We always love seeing Rick. The meal is always excellent!

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4.5

4.5 (596)

$30 and under

Seafood

Woodstock

About the restaurant

Chef David Silverman would like to invite you to join Reel Seafood, his chef-driven, seafood-inspired concept that puts food and guest experience first. Reel Seafood continues to be the pride of downtown Woodstock. Relax at a fully-stocked bar that offers wines by the bottle and glass, as well as hand-crafted cocktails made with fresh fruit and high-quality spirits.

Try innovative salads like the Popcorn Shrimp Salad or the Greek Steak Salad. Entrées include Shrimp Tagliatelle and the popular Fried Oyster Tacos. Enjoy sandwiches that will spark your curiosity, like the New England Lobster Roll or the Grilled Salmon BLT. Reel Seafood has a little something for any sensibility.

Stop by for lunch or dinner, we look forward to seeing you!

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Stuart

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

I have enjoyed dining at Reel many times and am always very happy with the food and service. When you go, I recommend their perfect seafood gumbo. So good!

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4.5

4.5 (700)

$30 and under

American

Canton

About the restaurant

Union Hill Grill is a traditional American steakhouse with upscale plates and atmosphere.

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Joelle

Dined 7 days ago

Consistently great food and even better staff. The drink menu is awesome, amazing margaritas. Short ribs are wonderful.

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Jekyll Brewing Woodstock

4.4

4.4 (87)

$30 and under

Brewery

Woodstock

About the restaurant

Jekyll Brewing opened its doors back in 2013 as the first brewery in Alpharetta. Over the years, we have grown in size to include 26 taps and a 50 barrel brew system. Founder, Michael Lundmark, provides leadership and direction for the entire brand and a lineup of craft beers that cover the global spectrum of brew styles. We are intensely focused on hand-crafting sophisticated beers from the finest ingredients. We are passionate about the art of creating a great beer, the camaraderie of the craft brewing industry, and the joy of sharing it with all of you.

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Ceceliavip

Dined on Nov 15, 2024

Was looking for a place in downtown for a quick dinner before a show and chose this because they took reservations. While we didn’t need one we found this place to be perfect for what we wanted. We were seated immediately and our waitress did a wonderful job. I had the pork carnita tacos which were awesome and my husband had a burger which he said was delicious. I would definitely recommend for a nice meal and drinks.

Dive Southern Coastal Kitchen

4.0

4 (183)

$30 and under

Seafood

Canton

About the restaurant

We refuse to compromise on quality in our restaurant. That's why whenever possible, we source our fresh ingredients and sustainable goods from local farmers markets.

No matter what time of year, you can be sure you're eating the best of the season when you dine with us at Dive.

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Jodia

Dined 5 days ago

Awesome i loved the all you can eat crap legs i just wished it was cheaper

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Popular dish

Shrimp & Grits

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