Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant

Name: Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant
Address: 1789 Bear Gap Road, Clarkesville, GA, United States, 30523
Telephone: (706) 754-7295
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 5

5.0

639 Reviews

$30 and under

Continental

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Glen-Ella Springs Inn Restaurant is open to the public and inn guests beginning at 5:30 pm Tuesday through Saturday April through December, and Wednesday through Saturday January through March. Calling ahead is recommended as some additional nights are closed in the winter. Offering one of the finest dining experiences in the North Georgia mountains, the restaurant prepares American Continental cuisine with a Southern flare. The setting is rustic, yet elegant and features fireside and outdoor dining depending on the season. Outdoor seating is limited; please call to request an outdoor table.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 18, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Continental, Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(706) 754-7295
Website
http://www.glenella.com/our-restaurant/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Lance Nelson
Private party facilities
A private dining room is available in the inn's restaurant which will accommodate up to 35 people. For larger groups, 35 to 140 people, we offer our spacious outdoor open air pavilion. The pavilion has drop down clear view panels as well as heaters for use during winter months. Dozens of menu offerings are available for larger groups providing the ability to create a personalized menu for your group. Facility fee or minimum food charges may be applicable.
Private party contact
Luci Kivett: (706) 754-7295

Location
1789 Bear Gap Road Clarkesville, GA 30523
Neighborhood
Clarkesville
Cross street
Orchard Road
Parking details
Free parking with handicap access.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Lump Crab Cakes$15.00
Sautéed & served over local micro greens With Cajun remoulade
Baked Brie$11.00
In a puffed pastry with sliced apples & caramel sauce
French Onion Soup$9.00
A classic recipe with Vidalia & Red onions topped With a roasted garlic crouton and melted Gruyere
Caesar Salad$8.00
Romaine, fresh Parmesan & croutons tossed in our Caesar dressing
Spinach Salad$8.00
Fresh spinach, dried cranberries, blue cheese & walnuts in a cranberry vinaigrette
Scallops$15.00
Pan seared topped with Romesco sauce on a bed of vegetable orzo

Classic Entrees

Trout$28.00
Pecan crusted boneless filet with a lemon Sherry gastrique, tri-colored baby carrots and risotto style vegetable couscous
Macadamia Chicken$28.00
Springer Mountain Farms macadamia encrusted chicken breast with a Dijon-veloute & cranberries, mashed potatoes, & sautéed squash and zucchini (Grilled Chicken option available)
Beef Tenderloin$39.00
Grilled to order topped with sautéed mushrooms, demi-glace, mushroom risotto cake, & roasted butternut squash
Salmon$29.00
Pan seared topped with a honey garlic glaze, sautéed broccolini and zucchini carrot rice pilaf
Shrimp$29.00
Sautéed with lemon, garlic, sundried tomatoes and Cajun Andouille sausage in applewood smoked tomato sauce over parmesan rice grits topped with bacon and scallions
Rack of New Zealand Lamb$37.00
Herb-crusted rack of New Zealand lamb with a demi-glace, maple and brown sugar sweet potatoes, & roasted parmesan Brussels sprouts

Dessert

Molten Chocolate Cake$9.00
Classic Crème Brûlée$8.00
Apple Bread Pudding$8.00
Ice Cream$7.00

What 639 people are saying

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.8Value

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Atlanta / Georgia
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Atlanta / Georgia
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GregW
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waitstaff, and food above par. Wife had Trout, I had the Covina (daily special) and would highly recommend. We will return.
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food
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The setting is absolutely beautiful! We had French onion soup and scallops for an appetizer. The scallops were cooked perfectly. My husband had the corvina and I had the trout. Both dishes were flavored just right! The sauce was superb!
JB
JonathanB
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great time with my bride of 22 years at Glenn-Ella Springs. They treated us like royalty, and the food was excellent!
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Ginger
Birmingham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our experience at Glen Ella Springs was exceptional. The staff was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and the atmosphere on the back patio overlooking the garden all made for a memorable evening.
HB
HollieB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an amazing place to eat. Great service, great food and great ambiance!
FV
FrankV
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful out of the way place. Great food and service from friendly and gracious people.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The garden view is very special, make sure to sit outside. Wine pour very generous.
i
ilovecars
Atlanta
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
We sat outside at the covered patio and it was a very pleasant spring evening. The food was amazing! Two of us had the pecan crusted trout and two had the herb-crusted rack of New Zealand lamb. For dessert we shared a Molten Chocolate Lava Cake that was a perfect ending to an outstanding meal.
b
billreedred
Atlanta
79 reviews
vip
5.0
79 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had the boneless trout and it was good The service was excellent It is a little pricey but most restaurants are these days
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely ambiance. Great food. Server was excellent. Even gave us a birthday candle and gift. Definitely will return.
L
Lisa
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
Service, ambiance & atmosphere were fantastic. It was uncomfortably warm in the restaurant with the heat and the fire place. Food taste was very good, scallops & grouper were slightly over cooked, but seasoned perfectly.
CK
CindyK
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lovely setting, historical inn, delicious food! It was my birthday, and they gave me a gift!
R
Ramqu
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional! A culinary delight! Would highly recommend Glen Ella Springs Restaurant to anyone desiring a fine dining experience.
BH
BrettH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Reservation was as requested, including special off-menu entree request made in advance. Excellent food, atmosphere, and service. Highly recommend!
TW
TomW
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful meal. The service was excellent and the door was great.
S
Stan
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about the experience was amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Birmingham
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Linda, our server, was very personable. Food was delicious!
s
scull8
Tampa
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as always!
DW
DebbieW
Atlanta
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and ambience was wonderful!!
CC
CareyC
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Except for a noisy table of 3, we loved the experience. Lovely setting. Great food and service. A great final meal for our trip.
NL
NicoleL
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Limited food choices, but food was very tasty. My husband said the salmon was the best he’s ever had!
DD
DanD
Atlanta
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Nice facilities. The only negative would be that you can’t bring your own wine.
M
Missy
Atlanta
99 reviews
vip
5.0
99 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A little slice of peaceful paradise in N GA where the atmosphere relaxes you, the service and food are great, and you’ll be happy to get back asap!
SM
StacieM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous! What a treat! Everything was perfect! Will be going back!
BK
BearKeys
Tampa
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Over a three night stay at the inn we had two dinners in the restaurant. Food and service were outstanding on both occasions.
LY
LYNDAB
Atlanta
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our 23rd anniversary! Fantastic food, service and ambience. Our favorite place here in NE GA. Never fails to make for a truly memorable evening and experience. Lamb chops were perfect, filet was amazing. Bravo!👏🏻
MP
MaryP
Atlanta
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic experience! Our server, Linda, was superb! Knowledgeable, professional and very personable. Great job! We had the sea bass special and the beef tenderloin. Both were excellent. Also the butternut squash soup was really delicious! Finished with a molten lava chocolate cake - so good! Thank you for a lovely evening!
EG
EricG
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic, best it has ever been with the new chef and sous-chef. Service was great as always.
C
Cheryl
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious as always! Tried the Butternut squash soup, and it was delicious! My husband had the lamb and said it was fabulous! I had the fish special and it did not disappoint! We just love this place! Celebrated an early Valentine's Dinner! Highly recommend! We have never had a bad meal and the service was outstanding!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent!
C
Chris
Atlanta
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always have such a wonderful experience at Glen-Ella!
V
Vince
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Glen-Ella Springs is a real gem of a restaurant, and is not to be missed. Fabulous food, outstanding service, and ambiance that can't be beat. It is a bit off the beaten path, but the trip is more than justified. Don't miss it. If there is a more relaxing restaurant with this level of food and service in the Southeast, I haven't found it.
JT
JamesT
Las Vegas
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food excellent. Wait time for food fairly long. We had she crab soup,crab cakes, ceaser salad, rack of lamb, filet, salmon,trout, and cinnamon ice cream and bread pudding.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was outstanding and our meals were excellent! Our reservation was honored at the time requested. Great place!
C
Chattriver
Atlanta
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a most outstanding and authentic representation of an 18th century Inn with all the comforts, conveniences, and cuisine of the 21st century. The innkeepers understand their special roles and go all out, all year, all seasons, and for all customers. Bravo!
M
Missy
Atlanta
99 reviews
vip
5.0
99 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a lovely evening from start to finish! The baked Brie, salads, and tomato basil soup were delicious. The special was Corvina and risotto with brussels, and was top notch! The shrimp and grits were also amazing. We finished with apple bread pudding with cinnamon ice cream was so good! Our server Carly was amazing as well. We love coming here and are lucky to have it in our area!
GG
GreenvilleGirl
Charleston
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an amazing restaurant. On par with the very best in larger cities such as Boston (where I am from) or New York. Beautiful atmosphere, creative and delicious food and impeccable service. A 5 star 🌟 experience. Thank you for a memorable evening.
JB
JonathanB
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience! We brought some friends and it was their first time. They absolutely loved it! Great service, food, atmosphere, and experience!
LM
LaurieM
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Found the Glen-Ella Inn on Google. Decided to stay at the Inn and because of it's location we decided to have dinner in the restaurant. Everything was wonderful, the food, the ambiance, the service. Even the prices were reasonable. I highly recommend this restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2021
overall3food3service5ambience4
Christmas dinner with friends

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant is rated 5 stars by 639 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 18, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Google Map for Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant

1789 Bear Gap Road Clarkesville, GA 30523

Additional information

Cross street
Orchard Road
Neighborhood
Clarkesville
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Continental, Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free parking with handicap access.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Lance Nelson
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.glenella.com/our-restaurant/
Phone number
(706) 754-7295
Private party facilities
A private dining room is available in the inn's restaurant which will accommodate up to 35 people. For larger groups, 35 to 140 people, we offer our spacious outdoor open air pavilion. The pavilion has drop down clear view panels as well as heaters for use during winter months. Dozens of menu offerings are available for larger groups providing the ability to create a personalized menu for your group. Facility fee or minimum food charges may be applicable.
Private party contact
Luci Kivett: (706) 754-7295

Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant

Make a reservation

Additional information

Beef Tenderloin

Trout

Lump Crab Cakes

Starters | Soups | Salads

Lump Crab Cakes$15.00

Baked Brie$11.00

French Onion Soup$9.00

Caesar Salad$8.00

Spinach Salad$8.00

Scallops$15.00

Classic Entrees

Trout$28.00

Macadamia Chicken$28.00

Beef Tenderloin$39.00

Salmon$29.00

Shrimp$29.00

Rack of New Zealand Lamb$37.00

Dessert

Molten Chocolate Cake$9.00

Classic Crème Brûlée$8.00

Apple Bread Pudding$8.00

Ice Cream$7.00

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