12 Best Southern Restaurants near Gainesville

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar Southern • $
2207 Limestone Rdg NE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Fried Green Tomatoes with Grits
Warm Biscuits with Honey Butter
Tupelo's Shrimp \u0026 Grits GF
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes
Sweet \u0026 Spicy Waffles
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Rosemary Potatoes
Burger and Fries
Avocado Melt

“Rosie was the best waitress!!“

4.4 Superb229 Reviews
Recess Southern Gastro-pub Gastropubs • $$
118 Bradford St NE, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Meatloaf with Green Beans and Roasted Potatoes
Sautéed Spinach Fried Pickles
Pimento Cheese Fritters
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Coffee Crusted Ribeye
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Fried Green Tomatoes
Sweet Potato Fries
Re-Cess Pub Burger
Mashed Potatoes

“We just tried place out for the first time and loved it! The Atmosphere is so cozy and quaint. I honestly felt like I was in an episode of Cheers! Everyone at the bar seemed to know each other, and to be having a great time!

Our waitress was informative and personable! The food was delicious and was served in a very reasonable time. The drinks were excellent! We will definitely be back!!“

4.4 Superb259 Reviews
Biscuit Barn Southern • $
3605 Thompson Bridge Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Sausage Egg and Chese Biscuit
Sausage and Cheese Biscuit
Saisage Egg and Cheese
Biscuits and Gravy
Cheese Grits
Steak

“I haven’t had Biscuit Barn in years because it’s a little more of a drive for me than it used to be. I used to have it every morning. Today I was in the area and stopped by. I had a tenderloin biscuit and sweet tea. Everything was phenomenal and still great prices!“

4.5 Superb88 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
1122 Dawsonville Hwy #500, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich
Classic Carol on Croissant Sandwich
Chicken Salad Sandwich Croissant
blt Chicken Salad on Croissant
Pimento Cheese blt Sandwich
Sassy Scotty Sandwich
Loaded Potato Soup
Broccoli Salad
Avocado Toast
Fancy Nancy

“Its always a pleasure to take my family to the Chicken Salad in Gainesville. Cynthia, the store manager, and her team deliver the best customer service in town ,and always go above and beyond to make sure your have the best experience possible.“

4.1 Good235 Reviews
Rabbittown Cafe Cafe • $
2415 Old Cornelia Hwy, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Fried Catfish Nuggets Rice Fried Okra
Meatloaf Corn Sweet Potato Souffle
Greens Cabbage and Mac and Cheese
Pork Tenderloin Grits and Eggs
Bacon Egg and Cheese Biscuit
Chicken Fingers Fried Okra
Meatloaf w M Potatoes Grvy
Chicken Biscuit Sandwich
Catfish Nugget Dinner
Biscuits and Gravy

“I’ve always been treated nice here and the food is great especially the brown gravy. If you want to pay double for breakfast please go to Waffle House. And if you want people to treat you poor darlings nice please stay home. Well maybe!“

4.5 Superb263 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen American • $
1195 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Country Fried Steak and Gravy with Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli Cheese Casserole
Shrimp and Chicken Tenders and Fries
Cheddar's Legendary Monster Cookie
Fall-Off-The-Plate Baby Back Ribs
Ribeye and Steam Broccoli
Cheddar's Coconut Shrimp
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Honey Butter Croissants
Cheddar's Trio Sampler
Ribs and Sirloin Steak

“We arrived about 30 minutes prior to their posted closing time. We are quick to order and typically eat quickly. They seemed hesitant to seat us, I actually called from the host stand to request to be seated as everyone was avoiding us. Once we were seated, our server was great and the food was decent.“

4.3 Superb506 Reviews
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Buffet • $
1450 Browns Bridge Rd, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Salad Bar Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No Takeout: Yes Delivery: No Curbside pickup: No
Buffet Plate Chicken Yellow Rice Pilaf
Bourbon Street Chicken Platter
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Macaroni \u0026 Cheese
Thanksgiving Dinner
Smoked Pulled Pork
Chocolate Fountain
Macaroni & Cheese
Steamed Broccoli

“Sever name crystal that works at night black hair she is the best“

4.3 Superb412 Reviews
Skogies Lakefront Restaurant Seafood • $
2151 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Fried Green Tomatoes
Sweet Potato Tots
Chicken Sandwich
Shrimp and Grits
Grouper Fingers
Coconut Shrimp
Cuban Sandwich
Sunday Brunch
Seafood Gumbo
Crab Cake blt

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

3.9 Good318 Reviews
Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse & Tavern Barbeque • $$
Recommended
312 Jesse Jewell Pkwy, Gainesville

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Macaroni and Cheese Egg Fried Rice
Bourbon Brothers Classic Sampler
Brisket& Country Fried Steak
Bacon Mac & Cheese Eggrolls
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Half Rack Wet Rubbed Ribs
Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf
Southern Caesar Salad
Creamy Garlic Chicken
Bourbon Glazed Salmon

“Stopped by for lunch yesterday and so glad I did. Best brisket I’ve ever had!“

4 Good474 Reviews
Antebellum Southern • $$$
5510 Church St, Flowery Branch - 9.7 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Green Tomatoes with Bacon Jam Brioche Fried Egg Hot Sauce and Mimosa Ice
Triple Cream Brie Baked in Puff Pastry with Honey Onion Jam Wild Farm Greens
Pan Seared Wild Alaskan Halibut with Sweet Pea and Corn Risotto Salsa Verde
Braised Beef Bolognese with House-Made Gnocchi
Grilled Tenderloin of Beef Shoulder
Grilled Bread with Pimento Cheese
Cornbread and Green Tomato Relish
Wild Shrimp with Logan Turnpike
Cocoa Crusted Duck Breast
Espresso Creme Brûlée

“Everything at Antebellum was really good. We tried several different dishes, and honestly, every single one was excellent 5🌟. The flavors were outstanding, the presentation was beautiful, and the quality was consistent across every plate. Definitely a place worth visiting if you’re looking for a great dining experience.“

4.7 Superb435 Reviews
Loretta's Country Kitchen Southern • $
4305 Mundy Mill Rd, Oakwood - 4.95 miles

Customers` Favorites

Children's Plate Chicken Fingers Mashed Potatoes Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken Tenders with Green Beans and Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Turkey and Dressing Greens Mac Cheese and Fried Okra
Chicken and Dumplings Turnip Greens Banana Pudding
Steak and Gravy Green Beans and Collard Greens
Fried Chicken and Chicken and Dumplins
Country Fried Steak and Gravy
Biscuits and Gravy
Pineapple Pudding
Squash Casserole

“We tried Loretta's for lunch since we were in the area it was recommended by a friend who lived nearby. The Chicken Lorraine was quite good and my husband had the meatloaf with rice and gravy and okra. I also had the macaroni and cheese and the okra as well. Everything was hot, fresh and yummy. We will go there again when we're in the Mundy Mill Road area next time we shop around Sam's Club.“

4.1 Good248 Reviews
Shane's Rib Shack- Flowery Branch Barbecue • $
5877 Spout Springs Rd, Flowery Branch - 9.51 miles

Customers` Favorites

Loaded BBQ Fries with Mac and Cheese
Rib \u0026 Chicken Plate
Boneless Wings Basket
Chopped BBQ Chicken
Sweet Potato Fries
Grilled Chicken
Grilled Tenders
Chicken Tenders
Brunswick Stew
Chicken Wings

“good food large portions“

4 Good132 Reviews