Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant

4.9

811 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

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 4 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 811 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Georgia
Best Overall
North Georgia
Best Food
North Georgia
Best Service
North Georgia
Best Ambiance
North Georgia
Best Value
North Georgia
Innovative
North Georgia
Healthy
North Georgia
Great for fine wines
North Georgia
Great for outdoor dining
North Georgia
Romantic
North Georgia
Good for special occasions
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Best Overall
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Best Food
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Best Service
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Best Ambiance
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Best Value
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Good for groups
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Good for special occasions
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Most Booked

811 Reviews

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JohnP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sit on the porch in the evening. Really set up. Blanket if you get a bit chilly in the North GA mountains. Great food.
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SusanF
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
Delicious food in a charming rustic atmosphere. Made a delightful anniversary meal.
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JulieH
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience4
The food was excellent. However the service was extremely slow. There were only two tables occupied in the dining room and after an hour we had only had appetizers. There was a long wait for the entrees also.
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annf
Tampa
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a wonderful dinner and such a beautiful location.
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JohnT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Surprise dinner for my wife's birthday. Glen-Ella did not disappoint. We sat on the terrace since the weather was perfect. The food and service both were excellent. We will be coming back.
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JHTayl
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner and experience while dining in a beautiful garden setting. Dinner at Glen-Ella springs always makes us feel like we are the only ones dining at a fabulous resort. Can’t wait to go back.
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GregH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had dinner here for an anniversary, wonderful place, quiet and peaceful, food was excellent. Now it is one of our top spots for special occasions.
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RebeccaH
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the place to go for a delicious meal. The service is great and the food is wonderful. I go here for special occasions.
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RandallB
Atlanta Metro
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been coming to Glen-Ella for 24 plus years and have never left dissatisfied. You all have always gone above and beyond on food, service and surroundings. Thank you.
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Special
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a great experience. We will go again. I can't wait until next time.
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TerryL
Cincinnati
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Love the atmosphere. It’s always so hard to get in. You have to plan ahead.
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lanierprincess
Atlanta Metro
105 reviews
vip
5.0
105 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a favorite when visiting the North Georgia Mountains. We come for our favorites Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb and Pecan Crusted Mountain Trout. Quaint inside dining room and nice outdoor covered patio. Nice wine list and great desserts. Oh and don't forget the home made bread !!
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Harley
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service, food, ambiance combination is unparalleled in this area and beyond. We celebrate my birthday and our anniversary at Glen Ella every year. We didn’t stay overnight on this visit but have done so several times in the past. Charming!
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LynnetteG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We truly enjoyed our evening. The inn is charming and the food delicious.
Glen-Ella Springs RestaurantResponded on September 9, 2023
Thank you so much, Lynnette, for such a nice review and your kind words. We so appreciate it and look forward to seeing you again!
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LynnC
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've been going to Glen Ella since 1988 and even with a change in ownership during that time, it has always been a favorite place for us to relax and enjoy a beautiful atmosphere as well as wonderful, wonderful food. We look forward to returning!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
55th Anniversary and everything was wonderful. We've eaten here several times, but never stayed over night. Food was top notch, ambiance was lovely on back porch, wait staff could not be better, room was just as I would imagine and Ed and Luci always know how to make your stay wonderful.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Southern charm and professional service, fantastic food.
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ConnieS
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
We always love going to this restaurant. Service was a bit slow but well with it. The setting is unsurpassed .
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JeffC
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner in beautiful inn overlooking the gardens. Food and service were excellent.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious, gourmet meal! Warm and welcoming service in a meticulously maintained inn and restaurant. We look forward to enjoying this restaurant again!
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JIllS
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dined at Glen Ella Restaurant for my husbands birthday. He ordered the shrimp and I ordered the salmon. Food is outstanding. We also ordered the market salad. The strawberry ice cream was just made the day before and was the best. I had the key lime pie was which delicious. The night before I ordered the trout. Pecan crusted ad big piece. My husband had the special halibut. We really enjoyed the restaurant. It’s a good fine that is above your normal fining out.
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PhyleciaW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely meal - the trout was outstanding as was the beef. Great service and sitting on the porch listening to the rain pitter pattering on the tin roof was the icing on the cake.
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JanetT
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were both excellent! Perfect timing between courses!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent appetizers and entrees. Only complaint would be that they don’t have full bar/cocktail service
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Swope
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Have eaten there many times over the years and both the food and service has remained top notch. Great for special occasions - this visit was a Birthday celebration.
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Shebee
Atlanta Metro
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was wonderful - beautiful setting, delicious food and terrific server.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always fabulous!!! Our favorite spot when we are in the area!!!
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scull8
Tampa
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good as always. Great birthday celebration for my wife.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All around great evening. Food was excellent, our server was wonderful, and although we were dining outside and a rain storm blew through, we didn’t get wet and our experience was the same as the many times we have dined at Glen Ella before.
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robwhitwill
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The very best meal we have had in a long time!! As retirees we prefer to dine out and everything about this meal was exceptional!
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AlannaP
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I along with our young son stayed at the Inn and booked a table at the restaurant. Hands down one of the best meals that I have ever had. And we are very particular. Just amazing. This will be a stop for us from now on anytime we are in that area. You won't regret it!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful atmosphere, service and food. Highly recommend.
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TeriD
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated my mother and her twins 87th birthday and both staff and owners were wonderful!
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ShelG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Glen-Ella for our Anniversary. We enjoyed a nice quiet dinner and wonderful food!
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RickS
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fantastic experience! The food was excellent and the property and location are amazing! This place is a true hidden gem!
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Annie
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Such a lovely hidden gem in the North Georgia Mountains. Food was amazing. Service was fabulous. We sat outside and it was gorgeous scenery and so lovely. Just perfect!
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AubreyL
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Glen Ella did not disappoint after several years during which I had not had a chance to dine there. The Inn is Lovely. Fresh, charming, warm and inviting. If you have an opportunity to dine there, Do So!
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Lynnie
Atlanta Metro
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on July 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been staying at this inn and dining at their restaurant since the early 1990's. I think my dinner was the best I have eaten in all those years. I tried the Halibut special which they have been keeping on the menu for the past month because it has been so popular. I highly recommend dining here as not only is the food outstanding but the setting is charming, service is great and prices are reasonable.
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LaurenDisney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It takes a LOT to impress us, but the food, service, and ambience were wonderful! We had the scallops appetizer and rack of lamb for our entree. The homemade bread was an added bonus - I just wished they sold it to go. So glad we ate there, and we've already booked another getaway for our parents to enjoy it for their anniversary.
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Bonanza
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So glad we found this little charm of a restaurant. The food is magnificent and is always consistent. Love dining here, it’s super quaint and romantic!
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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 4.9 stars by 811 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

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 4 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

Popular dishes

Salmon

Trout

Shrimp

Menu

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

What 811 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

How is Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information