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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Gainesville

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94 restaurants available nearby

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A photo of CHR Steak restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(94)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Gainesville
Booked 6 times today
great menu, from the typical to upscale unusual. All prepared exquisitely and delivered right on que. My wife had a fillet and mushrooms (delicious!). I had the Elk-outstanding! Our server was readily available without being overly present and really helpful and pleasant. Dinner was excellent. We'll be back.
A photo of Greek Tavern restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(152)
$$$$
• Greek • Gainesville
Booked 3 times today
Greek Tavern has very quickly become a favorite of ours. Whether you're looking for a romantic lovely dinner out for two or want to take the whole family out for a great dinner and fun experience this is the spot. Our kids are 3, 5, 11 & 13 and there was something for everyone! Of course the Gelato bar is the kid's favorite of course! The food is incredible with portions definitely being on the "shareable size", service is wonderful and the ambiance is always so comfortable and classy. We simply can't get enough of this place! You MUST go! I would suggest a reservation if you're going during the weekend.
A photo of Antebellum restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3076)
$$$$
• Southern • Flowery Branch
Booked 8 times today
All six of us enjoyed our meal and the waitress was excellent
A photo of Joey D's Oak Room restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4915)
$$$$
• American • Dunwoody
Booked 63 times today
The food was very good and the service was excellent.
A photo of Hal's "The Steakhouse" Atlanta restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7840)
$$$$
• Steak • Buckhead
Booked 109 times today
I’ve never experienced service like I did at Hal’s. It was a well orchestrated machine and great teamwork. The filet was the best I’ve ever had. I can’t wait to go back.
A photo of Rumi's Kitchen - Sandy Springs restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7659)
$$$$
• Persian • Sandy Springs
Booked 95 times today
Damani, Damani, Damani! I can’t say it enough, Damani was amazing! He brought amazing suggestions and all the energy. Request Damani when you come.
A photo of Overstory Rooftop Bar. - The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett restaurant
4.2
Awesome(511)
$$$$
• International • Duluth
Booked 33 times today
For 2 straight weeks dodging inclement weather I planned to visit again Overstory. Being 1+ hour away. Ms. Ana through the OpenTable messaging provided me with quite simply white glove customer service and communication. When I arrived I thanked her personally as well as the MOD. While at the bar the Alisha, Nina and Kurtis continued the VIP treatment to me as I dined. The food selections were seasoned perfectly and egregiously delicious. I will definitely “run it back” even being 1+hour away. Bravo Zulu ALLCON at Overstory.
A photo of Brooklyn Cafe restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5821)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Sandy Springs
Booked 28 times today
Wonderful as always! Food always delicious. Waitstaff is amazing!
A photo of Chops Lobster Bar - Atlanta restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5009)
$$$$
• Steak • Buckhead
Booked 19 times today
It was a lovely birthday celebration! Everything was perfect!
A photo of Dahlonega Resort and Vineyard restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(630)
$$$$
• American • Dahlonega
Booked 18 times today
People couldn’t have been nicer. And the food was outstanding.

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  • PhyllisGold
    Atlanta •229 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We love this restaurant so much that we try to make the 45 minute drive to it as often as possible. They definitely have earned their Michelin recommended status. They definitely read comments from the FB postings and makes me appreciate them even more.
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    Table & Main$$$$• American• Roswell
    •
    4.8
  • suzanneGold
    Greater Boston •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    All six of us enjoyed our meal and the waitress was excellent
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    Antebellum$$$$• Southern• Flowery Branch
    •
    4.8
  • Adrienne
    Las Vegas •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Greek Tavern has very quickly become a favorite of ours. Whether you're looking for a romantic lovely dinner out for two or want to take the whole family out for a great dinner and fun experience this is the spot. Our kids are 3, 5, 11 & 13 and there was something for everyone! Of course the Gelato bar is the kid's favorite of course! The food is incredible with portions definitely being on the "shareable size", service is wonderful and the ambiance is always so comfortable and classy. We simply can't get enough of this place! You MUST go! I would suggest a reservation if you're going during the weekend.
    More info
    Greek Tavern$$$$• Greek• Gainesville
    •
    4.8
  • ElaineGold
    Atlanta •42 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Love Pampas! Food, drinks and desserts are always excellent!!
    More info
    Pampas Steakhouse$$$$• Steakhouse• Johns Creek
    •
    4.8
  • MarcusGold
    Atlanta •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 31 Oct 2026
    For 2 straight weeks dodging inclement weather I planned to visit again Overstory. Being 1+ hour away. Ms. Ana through the OpenTable messaging provided me with quite simply white glove customer service and communication. When I arrived I thanked her personally as well as the MOD. While at the bar the Alisha, Nina and Kurtis continued the VIP treatment to me as I dined. The food selections were seasoned perfectly and egregiously delicious. I will definitely “run it back” even being 1+hour away. Bravo Zulu ALLCON at Overstory.
    More info
    Overstory Rooftop Bar. - The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett$$$$• International• Duluth
    •
    4.2
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