Bar & Grill near Gainesville

“We love Pelican Pete’s great for date night or just a casual relaxing lunch. It’s on the water so it’s perfect. The people there are so great and the food is wonderful.!!!! And yes, the drinks are yummy too 💜😍🔥“

“Hubba hubba met my love here“

“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.“