Back Porch Oyster Bar 93 Public Square North A&B, Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-864-8623, Back Porch Oyster Bar Restaurant is inspired by coastal North Carolina cuisine. The menu includes fried catfish, Ahi tuna tartare, pan seared Chilean sea bass in a lemon beurre blanc, and cold water lobster tails - to name a few. They also have a wide selection of cold water oysters from Northeastern U.S. and Canada. Closed Monday and Tuesday. more... 

Corkscrew Cafe 51 Main Street West, Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-867-8551, Enjoy great food in a casual atmosphere in downtown Dahlonega. The outdoor patio offers live entertainment in the spring and summer.  more... 

Crimson Moon Cafe, The 24 North Park Street, Suite A, Dahlonega, GA 30533, Located on the Historic Public Square, 706-864-3982, Located in the circa 1858 Parker-Nix Storehouse, this relaxing and history infused cafe is filled with an eclectic array of artwork and serves a menu daily for lunch and dinner. The menu includes organic coffees, made-from-scratch soups, freshly made sandwiches, homemade baked goods and desserts, and select wines and imported or microbrewed beers. Live music is provided four nights a week.  more... 

DuMond's Patio Grill 259 Church Street , Dahlonega, GA 30533, Located Just Off the Square, 706-867-0000 , DuMond's is more of a catering kitchen that is open for lunch than a traditional restaurant. All food is made daily from scratch. The menu is a mix of fire-roasted meats, fresh, cut-to-order salads, and hand-sliced sandwich meats.  more... 

Oar House Restaurant, The Highway 52 East at Mile Marker 18, Dahlonega, GA 30533, Located 4 Miles from Dahlonega Square, 706-864-9938, The Oar House Restaurant is a charming old house that has been transformed into a unique dining experience. Two decks overlooking the Chestatee River make this a relaxing eatery. The daily menus feature savory entrees and appetizers complemented by deliciously prepared desserts and an impressive selection of wine & ales. Everything is homemade from the bread to the pickles! They serve lunch and dinner. more...

Rhapsody Grill 135 North Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-867-0123 , Rhapsody Grill features a selection of appetizers, soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, comfort food, steaks, chops, chicken, seafood, specialties, and desserts. Breakfast is served Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. more... 

Smith House, The 84 South Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-867-7000, Huge table spreads of Southern dishes such as fried chicken, chicken and dumplings, beef stew, sweet potatoes, cole slaw, okra, squash, turnip greens, stewed apples, and fresh baked bread are served family style at this unique restaurant that is open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Twinkle's Retro Café & Catering 42 Public Square South , Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-864-8241 , Twinkle's offers a light & healthy menu served all day. Their homemade offerings are also available to go and for off site catering. Taste their baked goods, smoothies, gelato, espresso menu, wraps, croissants, and more. Open seven days a week at 9 a.m. and Sunday at 10:30 a.m.  

Wylie's Restaurant 19 North Chestatee Street , Dahlonega, GA 30533, Located on the Historic Dahlonega Square, 706-867-6324 , Wylie's is known for their hand-cut Black Angus steaks. They offer three floors of unique dining. Downstairs at Wylie's Down Under, they feature fine regional entertainment.  more... 

Moe's Southwest Grill 25 Morrison Moore Parkway, Suite B, Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-867-MOES , Every meal here is prepared specifically for you. Choose between black or pinto beans, or a combination of both. Enjoy their selection of burritos, tacos, quesadillas, nachos, salads, and fajitas. They do offer a kid's menu. more... 

Pueblos Mexican Cuisine 82 East Main Street , Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-867-7155 , Pueblos offers quality, regional Mexican food including nachos, quesadillas, tacos, tamales, fajitas, and margaritas. more... 

Shane's Rib Shack 25 Morrison Moore Parkway, Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-867-0058, Shane's offers buffalo wings with a variety of sauces, chicken tenders, plates with texas toast, sandwiches, sides, party platters, a kid's menu, salads, and desserts.  more...