Restaurants Blue Ridge GA, Gastronomic Delights!
Blue Ridge, GA has a lot to offer its visitors, from a thriving arts community to scenic sights and adventures by foot or by train. Guests can also bank on an array of delicious meal options while still taking in the rustic, natural vibe of the region. From fine dining to delightful desserts, check out our list.
Harvest on Main
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One of the top restaurants Blue Ridge GA has to offer is Harvest On Main, an upscale spot that serves Southern cuisine from James Beard Award nominee Danny Mellman. With partner Michelle Moran, the rustic decor is exactly what you imagine when you picture a mountain lodge. The seasonal Farm to Table menu ensures fresh ingredients from The Cook’s Farm owned by Mellman and Moran, featuring fresh produce, eggs, wild game, and more.
Masseria Kitchen & Bar
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Another establishment founded by the Mellman and Moran partnership is Masseria Kitchen & Bar. Currently under new ownership, the Mediterranean menu and atmosphere are a little different than other Blue Ridge, GA restaurants. With appetizers such as hummus with harissa oil and focaccia and delicious pastas and pizza, the laidback vibe is a the perfect way to grab a savory Mediterranean bite. Make sure you try their citrus Sangria.
Black Sheep Restaurant
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Located inside the historic 1914 home of former mayor and state legislator Colonel William Butt, Black Sheep Restaurant is a stylish, romantic, and cozy location with a decadently delicious menu. Because it’s in a home, the small rooms create an intimacy that other spots cannot, and the covered patio under a 200 year old oak tree offers an outdoor option that is just as homey and rustic. Entree options include pork belly with maple bourbon glaze or the black sheep meatloaf, featuring two meats and four cheeses. And definitely do not skip dessert or a cocktail during your stay!
Danielle’s Cafe
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Paris-trained chef Danielle Coste opened Danielle’s Cafe a few years back, creating a popular spot for brunch and lunch in downtown Blue Ridge. Inside, the colorful restaurant features provincial French fare such as quiches and crepes as well as sandwiches and salads. There is also a large outdoor patio for a snack or dessert al fresco. Recently a dinner menu has been added with classic French entrees such as coq au vin.
Rum Cake Lady Cuban Cafe
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Blue Ridge, GA restaurants are definitely not one note. There is a diversity to the area that reflects in its eateries. Take Rum Cake Lady, for example. This spot offers traditional Cuban cuisine and comfort food such as tamales, sandwiches, pastelitos, and more. The family-run restaurant is casual and welcoming, and of course the rum cakes are considered one of the best sweet treats in the region.
South of North
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For more diversity in your dining, try the Asian Fusion restaurant South of North. Situated in the downtown Art District, menu items are filled with traditional Vietnamese dishes such as pho and banh mi as well as noodle soup in fine bone broth and tandoori chicken.
Southern Charm Restaurant
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With a name such as Southern Charm Restaurant, guests can expect exactly that: a bright atmosphere and fried comfort food on their plates. Look for fried green tomatoes, country fried steak, fried chicken, and fresh buttermilk biscuits, and make sure you leave room for caramel bread pudding.
Mona Lisa’s Dessert House
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A little different than our other entries but just as delightful is Mona Lisa’s Dessert House. The dessert and wine bar is a sophisticated stop when you are looking for the perfect sweet treat to end your night. Family-run, their claim to fame includes a rich bourbon caramel spice cake as well as sweet “rimmed wines” to pick from, like the The Orchard, featuring Moscata and dripped caramel.
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