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Glen-Ella Springs Hotel & Restaurant, Clarkesville, GA

Glen-Ella Springs Hotel & Restaurant

4.9
4.9
945 Reviews
$31 to $50
Continental
1789 Bear Gap Road, Clarkesville, GA 30523

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Lance Nelson
  • Catering
    We offer in house catering for parties and events.
  • Private party facilities
    A private dining room is available in the inn's restaurant which will accommodate up to 35 people. For larger groups, we offer our open air pavilion (enclosed and heated in the winter) with Personalized menus. Facility fee or minimum food charges may be applicable.
  • Neighborhood
    Clarkesville
  • Cross street
    Orchard Road
  • Parking details
    Free parking with handicap access.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 945 people are saying

Glen-Ella Springs Hotel & Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Georgia

    Best Overall

  • North Georgia

    Best Food

  • North Georgia

    Best Service

  • North Georgia

    Best Ambiance

  • North Georgia

    Best Value

  • North Georgia

    Healthy

  • 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

    Healthy

  • Northeast Georgia Mountains

    Great for fine wines

  • Northeast Georgia Mountains

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Northeast Georgia Mountains

    Romantic

  • Northeast Georgia Mountains

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Glen-Ella Springs Hotel & Restaurant offers a "spectacular" dining experience in a "beautiful, historic" setting. Known for its "delicious" macadamia chicken and accommodating vegetarian options, the attentive service and charming ambiance create a memorable visit. Guests praise the "impeccable" service and "outstanding" food, making it a "culinary delight not to be missed."
945 Reviews
  1. Julie

    Anchorage2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had either the fish special or the shrimp and grits. Everyone in our party said their dish was very good. The waitress was attentive but not intrusive. Another great evening.

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  2. Sheri

    Atlanta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a special place to celebrate our 26 wedding anniversary. Thank you Luci for making our evening so wonderful. The food was spectacular! We look forward to eating with you again very soon. Thank you! Sheri

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  3. Louise

    Memphis/West TN2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a delightful meal! Glen-Ella is a beautiful place with kind and courteous staff. The Macadamia Chicken was wonderful as was the rest of our meal. We look forward to visiting again!

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  4. Randall

    Atlanta19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the macadamia crusted chicken and it was delicious. The chef prepared a vegetarian plate for my wife and she ate every bite. We have eaten at Glen Ella many times and the chef has always prepared something vegetarian for my wife and I am most thankful for that. The service was spot on perfect. Thank you. RB

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  5. Rachel & Nathan

    Atlanta9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the best restaurants we’ve dined at anywhere around here . It is quiet, quaint, and has a historic charm. The staff is friendly and ready to serve you. I recommend the Macadamia Springer Chicken or the Beef Tenderloin entrees. We stayed in the 3 room suite with a lounging area , fireplace, full size bathroom, and a king size bed. The rooms are well appointed with amenities such as nice soap, robes, and snacks. There is a garden area , a pool and a guest house at this inn. We come here every year now to escape the city. It is worth the extra mile. If you need quiet relaxation and a fabulous dining experience, this is the place for you! Ditch the noise and traffic and make time to visit here .

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  6. Mark

    Coastal Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely anniversary dinner here! We sat on the covered patio overlooking the beautiful gardens and grounds. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent.
    Glen-Ella Springs Hotel & RestaurantResponded on April 7, 2025
    Dear Mark, Thank you so much for taking the time to review us on Open Table and we are so glad that you enjoyed your dining experience. We really appreciate you celebrating your anniversary with us and wish you the very best. We look forward to seeing you in the future and thank you again! Warmly, Luci and Ed Kivett

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  7. Melinda VIP

    West Palm Beach70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous scenery, wonderful owners and staff, delightful food and wine. Looking forward to returning !

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Glen-Ella has been and is the perfect place to celebrate or enjoy a great dinner in a lovely spot. We celebrated our anniversary tonight and they did not disappoint. Our lamb and filet were cooked perfectly and Bonnie, our server, was delightful. We highly recommend Glen-Ella any time of year but the gardens are about to be in full bloom.

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  9. Camilla and Bill

    Atlanta13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious meal in an amazing setting! We loved it and will be returning soon! Lucy and Ed are great hosts!
    Glen-Ella Springs Hotel & RestaurantResponded on March 14, 2025
    Dear Camilla and Bill Thank you so much for dining with us and for taking the time to review us on Open Table. We enjoyed meeting you & having you at the Inn. We SO appreciate your kind words and we are so glad you enjoyed your anniversary dinner. I loved seeing the sweetness between the two of you and a beautiful marriage of 63 years! Thank you again and we look forward to seeing you in the future. Warmly, Luci and Ed Kivett

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  10. Lois

    Atlanta3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Worst meal,I’ve had here in years. Wasn’t told til after we tried to order that they were out of beef . Ordered salmon . Two had spinach salad. One was fine,other had only a few leaves of spinach,half the size of usual. Waitress went off to bring palate cleanser after our salad & didn’t come back for 20 minutes. Then brought our entrees,never got palate cleanser. All tried the salmon which was terribly dry. Heard 2 other tables complaining to others at their table about dry fish. No one asked about refilling wine.Was disappointing. Received a call from Glen Ella. Will work on staff issues ,apologized for problems,& will issue a gift certificate. Will try again in the future as always has been a 5 from me before.

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Glen-Ella Springs Hotel & Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 945 OpenTable diners.

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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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer in house catering for parties and events.
  • Private party facilities
    A private dining room is available in the inn's restaurant which will accommodate up to 35 people. For larger groups, we offer our open air pavilion (enclosed and heated in the winter) with Personalized menus. Facility fee or minimum food charges may be applicable.
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