42 Best Bars near Flowery Branch

“Long time patrons of Pigtails on Lake Lanier. Great vibe and atmosphere, menu has a wide variety of good eats, and the servers and bartenders are always fun, energetic and hustling. Brook waited on us last night for dinner at the bar and we had a great time hanging out with her. Love a server that adds to the fun factor! Thanks Brook! ❤“

“The food was excellent. Several of us had mahi tacos, I believe it was. Everyone enjoyed the food. Atmosphere was good. Not too hot right now, but I could see it being a bit uncomfortably hot during the summer with it being such an open restaurant. Our waiter was Stephen was he was great, refilled drinks routinely, service was good. Definitely will be back next time I go to Lake Lanier.“

“I was passing through Flowery Branch and stopped in to see my friends Warren and Arlene Johnson. WJ, a many‑time world champion in NHRA Pro Stock, had me swing by the shop later in the evening. When dinner time rolled around, they suggested Crossroads Bar and Grill — and I had no idea I was about to discover a gem. We pulled up on a Tuesday night and the place was packed. Anyone who knows restaurants understands what that means: if a place is busy mid‑week, it’s because the food is worth showing up for. The moment we walked in, the owner greeted us personally. WJ and Arlene clearly have a “usual booth,” and it felt like it was waiting for them. Our waiter, Greg, was the kind of professional you’d expect in a high‑end dining room — personable, sharp, and already on top of their standard drink order. When it came time for me to order, I asked Greg what he recommended. He didn’t miss a beat. The ribs he brought out were phenomenal — and I’m from Texas, where ribs are practically a religion. These rivaled the best you’ll find anywhere in my home state, which is not praise I give lightly. Then came a surprise: fresh‑cut parmesan, sliced right off the block and served as a sample. Simple, but outstanding. A quick trip to the restroom gave me a look at the full dining room — a well‑trained staff moving with purpose, keeping a busy house happy. On the wall of patron photos, one stood out: Warren “WJ” Johnson himself, The Professor of NHRA Pro Stock, proudly displayed. If Crossroads were competing for an NHRA Wally, they’d earn it. This place is now my go‑to whenever I’m in the area.“

“Its a fun and good place to go eat!“

“We have been traveling for the past few months from NC to Atlanta to the Shepherd Center to see family. We found this little jewel early on and always stop now. Hannah is an ah-mazing waitress and even though we don’t come often, remembers us and our drinks. Great food and true hometown feeling. Wish we lived closer!“

“I took my Mom here for smashburger, fries, chicken enchilada soup, drink $12. Meal was great however I could not drink the water or lemonade it tasted awful! Please copy Chic-fil-a's filter system🙏“

“Favorite local spot, never disappoints!“

“I don’t recommend shrimp PoBoy. It was a lot of hoagie bun to 5 shrimp with mushy tomatoes Bisque was great. Caesar dressing is a little tart“

“Great service !“

“We went to try the 1/2 price wings.. Kayla the bartender was amazing.. the wings.. were Fantastic! Tried 2 Feb special flavors, 2 menu flavors.. loved them all.. atmosphere was great.. I was a little taken back by the cost of my Jameson on the rocks.. (single pour) $16 I did inquire thinking well drinks would be less, $15. Little bit pricey for liquor but definitely recommend.“

“Great time at Plant Bingo“

“Always a good time!!! Everyone is so friendly…live music and fun! Do yourself a favor and check it out!“

“DOPE! So much fun with fiends, great live music, food, and drinks !!!“

“Love the atmosphere, music and staff!“

“I can't say enough good things about this place! Everything we ordered was AHHHHHHMAZING! The staff was incredible and it immediately felt like home! We're here for 2 nights and plan to eat here again tomorrow! Yes, it's that good and the atmosphere is wonderful and homey! Plan to eat here if you're in the neighborhood! ❤🤤“

“Best Pizza ever!!! 🍕🍄🍕🍄 We are Addicted to this pizza & the crust, & all the fixin's are just oh so 😋 Yummy ! If there's a mellow mushroom around we'll be there!!🍄🍕🍄🍕“

“The decor was absolutely fantastic—beautifully done and full of character. The food was excellent, and the entire experience was so much fun. Highly recommend!“

“Tony really knows how to run a business! I love coming to the square and going to blue door. The staff is amazing, and they really get to know you on a personal level. I always get the best treatment by Tony and his staff! I definitely recommend this place for a night out! The bartenders give great drink recommendations and genuinely enjoy their job.“

“Good food and great place for karaoke Friday night“

“This place is fantastic. The vibes here are intimate, the list of bourbon and cocktails are extensive, the bites to eat are inviting! Truly a cultivated experience for the guests. Our bartender Anya was true to their craft and it showed in the creation of their drinks and knowledge of ingredient pairings.

I ordered the Salmon BLT and my Salmon was cooked to perfection! My partner ordered a smash burger and it truly hit the spot. Definitely a place to hit if you’re staying at the resort or even just looking for a good meal and a drink“

“In all honesty, this is one of my favorite places to get a seafood boil. I might even say it’s better than Juicy Crab! 🦀🔥
Although it did take a little while for us to get attended to, once we did, our server was amazing. They made sure we had everything we needed and really took care of us. Overall, the food was definitely worth it, and I’ll be coming back!“

“I always loved Johnny’s New York style pizza in Loganville, GA. Visited that place many times over the last 21 years.
This place is no different. I love this location more as it’s more spacious. Johnny’s Great White is my favorite of all. Will certainly recommend to anyone.“

“Yes and No! I live very very close to B&B.. And have gone for ladies night, happy hour and to hear my favorite artist Stephen Lee and band.. but lately it lackluster. One of the managers ( new white dude) was very rude when we walked in… We enjoyed ourselves ANYWAY and tipped the waitress WELL.. I always make reservations and request to be seated in the lounge ( when Steven Lee band performs) with no problem. Last evening for Motown night I made reservations for my two girlfriend’s three days in advance was never told about a $75 per person charge just to go into the lounge. I Called to confirm my reservation last night and that’s when she told me about the $75 per person. We happily went somewhere else. So my yes and no response is go when there’s happy hour and ladies night but when there’s a theme, night, just know that they will apply $75 per person. I think my B&B days are over because I’m #woke to their shenanigans now.“

“we have been here twice and it has been excellent both times. servers are friendly, food is hot and delicious. restaurant is super clean. great job, mellow mushroom!“

“Jack's doesn't look like much from the outside but it's some of the best food you've ever eaten! The reuben was packed high with meat, so many French fries that you can't finish them, and very tasty hand breaded chicken tenders! I would have loved to try a dessert but I couldn't begin to finish my main meal.“

“Food was great.
Service was good.
I was nervous because people who were just hanging out. They appeared to be friends or family that just sit and look at people. Then, bartenders letting customers get so plastered that they fall and hit their face and their clothes not being on is not a family atmosphere. Then, we left because what appeared like a gang that came in. I do not recommend sitting and eating here. Food is good for a to go order.“

“Great service, great food and extremely fair prices, not to mention the drinks are really good! We go thee 3-4 times a week. I highly recommend it!“

“Great food. Good atmosphere“

“Awesome staff! Incredible owners! Love the bartender, Jenn. Thanks for your hospitality.“

“I picked up an order today and just had to review them & say THANK YOU for all the staff I saw said hello and when leaving they all said have a good evening, it was definitely a nice change to have such friendly faces smiling and kindness showed, it’s rare today! Chilis rocks!!! 💯❤️“

“Yes please don’t eat there they don’t pay there employees in a timely manner and when they do pay them it’s not for all the hours and they all do meth“

“The Father's Day Celebration started yesterday with dinner at Bubba33! There was something on the menu for everyone in our party of 6! Everyone enjoyed their choices and had leftovers for later. The host was warm and gracious. Jayden, our server was attentive and kind! The atmosphere was great! All the stars for Bubba33 in Buford, GA!“

“Great place for craft beer, burgers, music, and pool.“

“Great food! We had the lunch special on Friday. And it was fabulous! Not a fancy place but inexpensive and delicious!! Highly recommend!!“

“Enjoyed eating outside/covered patio, great food and drinks, and had a lovely walk around the grounds. Servers were having to hustle, drinks came out slow, water, straws, and drinks all came out slowly, and not in that order. It felt like they might have been understaffed but we weren't in a hurry so we took it in stride. Definitely will return.“

“I started with the Thai Chili Cauliflower — crispy, flavorful, and packed with that sweet-and-spicy kick! Then came the Tinga Nachos, loaded with toppings and Chicken Wings — crispy, saucy, and definitely a must for wing lovers. And for my main, I went with the Hibachi Chicken Bowl — a hearty bowl with that delicious hibachi-style flavor.“

“Great service, great food and extremely fair prices, not to mention the drinks are really good! We go thee 3-4 times a week. I highly recommend it!“

“Love this place. My family dines frequently at Chateau Elan restaurants and the staff is incredibly awesome. The service is top notch, the food is delicious and so we keep coming back to enjoy everything this place has to offer.“

“We ate lunch on a weekday afternoon and it was highly enjoyable. Just a few others dining. We sat on the patio with expansive views of Lake Lanier. Friendly waitress. Food presentation was perfect. And price was on par with many places we normally dine at. I will definitely come again.“