Scott's Downtown

4.8

1156 Reviews

$50 and over

Continental

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Good for groups

The Dining Room is Open!

Please join us for lunch Tuesday through Friday from 11:30am - 2:00pm and Dinner Tuesday-Saturday starting at 5pm at Scott's Downtown. We offer great food prepared with attention to detail, an unparalleled wine list and the best wait staff North of Atlanta. We are located in downtown Gainesville 1 block off the historic Gainesville Square. Our menu offers a wide range of choices from USDA Prime, hand cut steaks, the freshest seafood and local produce with seasonally inspired weekly specials. Free parking is available at the North Parking Deck next door to the restaurant.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Continental, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(770) 536-1111
Website
http://www.scottsdowntown.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Scott Dixon Chef Owner
Catering
The Loft at Scott's is our special event facility with seating up to 500. We also provide off premises catering. We offer a complete line of corporate and social catering including: Concert Baskets, Day on the Lake Picnics, Weddings, Bridal Luncheons, Rehearsal Dinners, Company parties, Holiday Gatherings. <br /><br />Call on Scott's Catering Department to put together a memorable event for you.
Private party facilities
Scott's Downtown is the perfect place to host your next private event. The Restaurant offers two private dining rooms to accommodate up to 24 and The Loft at Scott's can accommodate larger groups up to 500! Business meeting space is available up to 24 with audio and visual equipment available.

Location
131 Bradford St NW, Gainesville, GA 30501
Neighborhood
Gainesville
Cross street
Brenau Ave
Parking details
Parking after five available in neighboring parking lots.
Entertainment
Live music Saturday evenings. Vocalist, saxaphonist and guitarist are just a few of our entertainers scheduled weekly. Entertainment schedule available at www.scottsdowntown.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Vodka
- Absolut$9.00
- Absolut Elix$12.00
- Belvedere$11.00
- Chopin$12.00
- Deep Eddy's$8.50
- Deep Eddy's Cranberry$8.50
- Deep Eddy's Ruby Red Grpft$8.50
- Deep Eddy's Sweet Tea$8.50
- Deep Eddy’s Peach$8.50
- Deep Eddy’s Orange$8.50
- Grey Goose$10.00
- Grey Goose Citron$10.00
- Grey Goose L‘Orange$10.00
- Grey Goose Pear$10.00
- Ketel One$9.00
- Smirnoff$7.50
- 360 Double Chocolate$8.50
Gin
- Beefeater Gin$8.50
- Bombay$7.50
- Bombay Sapphire$11.00
- Hendrick's Gin$11.00
- Nolets$10.00
- Tanqueray$9.00
Rum
- Bacardi Superior 80$8.50
- Bacardi Gold$8.50
- Captain Morgan Spiced Rum$8.50
- Malibu Coconut Rum$8.50
- Mount Gay Rum$9.00
- Myer's Jamaican Rum$8.50
Tequila
- Heradura Reposado$11.00
- Jose Cuervo Platino$11.50
- Jose Cuervo Gold$8.50
- Patron Anejo$14.00
- Patron Silver$11.00
- Patron Xo Cafe$12.00
- Sauza Gold$7.50
Canadian
- Crown Royal$9.50
- Crown Royal Reserve$11.50
- Crown Royal Black$11.50
- Pendelton Midnight - CA$12.00
Irish
- Jameson Irish$9.50
- Jameson Black Barrel$11.50
- Reb Breast Irish$11.50
Whiskey/Bourbon/Blends
- Angel’s Envy - KY$13.50
- Basil Hayden - KY$12.50
- Blantons - KY$20.00
- Bookers - KY$22.00
- Breckenridge - CO$11.00
- Breckenridge 105 - CO$14.00
- Breckenridge Port Cask -CO$12.00
- Breckenridge Spiced - CO$12.00
- BuffaloTrace - KY$10.50
- Bulleit - KY$12.00
- Four Roses - KY$10.50
- Four Roses Small Batch - KY$13.50
- Heaven’s Door - KY$11.50
- Jack Daniels Black -TN$9.50
- Jefferson Ocean - KY$22.00
- Jim Beam - KY$8.50
- Jim Beam Red Stag - KY$9.00
- Knob Creek - KY$11.50
- Knob Creek Rye - KY$11.00
- Makers Mark$9.50
- Moonrise - GA (local)$10.00
- Moonrise Rye - GA (local)$10.00
- Nobel Oak Double Rye$13.00
- Old Forrester$8.00
- Rabbit Hole Rye - KY$16.00
- Rebel Yell - KY$9.00
- Sagamore Spirit Rye - MD$11.00
- Texas Ranger - TX$11.00
- Woodford Reserve - KY$11.00
Scotch - Blends
- Chivas Regal Scotch$9.00
- Dewars White Label$8.50
- Famous Grouse$8.50
- Johnnie Walker Black$10.50
- Johnnie Walker Red$8.50
Scotch - Single Malt
- Aberlour A’bunadh Alba$15.00
- Aberlour Double Cask$13.00
- Achentoshan 12 yr$12.00
- Achentoshan American Oak$12.00
- Auchentoshan Three Wood$17.50
- Balvenie 12 yr$14.00
- Balvenie 12 yr Doublewood$15.00
- Dalmore 12yr$11.00
- Dalwhinnie$13.00
- Glenfiddich 12yr.$12.00
- Glenlivet 12 yr.$12.50
- Glenmorangie 10yr$13.50
- Highland Park Magnus$17.50
- Highland Park Valknut$15.50
- Lagavulin 16 yr$18.00
- Laphroaig 10 yr$12.00
- Loch Lomand 12 yr$10.50
- Loch Lomand Original$11.50
- Macallan 12 yr$15.00
- Macallan 18 yr$30.00
- Macallan Edition No. 5$18.00
- Macallan Rare Cask$35.00
- Oban$16.00

COCKTAILS

Scott’s Signature$13.00
Hendrick’s Gin, St. Germaine. Club Soda
Moonrise Manhattan$14.00
Moonrise Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Cherry Schnapps, real Italian Marischino Cherries
Elixir of the Goddess$14.00
Absolute Elix, Fresh Lemon Juice, Fee Brother’s Lemon Bitters, Carton Pamplemousse Rose Liquor, Champagne
French Pear$13.00
Grey Goose Pear Vodka, St. Germaine, Champagne
Sparkling Lemon Raspberry$13.00
Deep Eddy’s Lemon Vodka, Chambord, Champagne
Classic Cosmo$12.00
Vodka, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime, Cranberry
Pomegranate$12.00
Pomegranate Vodka, Pom Juice, Sour Mix
Lemon Drop$12.00
Citrus Vodka, Triple Sec, Simple Syrup, Sour mix Sugar Rim

BEER

Amstel Light$6.00
Bud Light$4.50
Chimay Red Cap$10.00
Chimay White Cap$10.00
Corona$6.00
Guiness Blonde$6.00
Guinness Draught Can$6.50
Hi Wire Low Pitch IPA$6.00
Left Nut Bridge to Nowhere$6.00
Left Nut Blonde$6.00
Michelob Ultra$4.50
Odoulls$5.00
Sam Adams$6.00
Stella Artois$6.00
Sweetwater 420$6.00
Yuengling$6.00
Seasonal Selections$6.00

What 1,156 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Georgia
Best Overall
North Georgia
Best Food
North Georgia
Best Service
North Georgia
Great for brunch
North Georgia
Innovative
North Georgia
Good for groups
North Georgia
Healthy
North Georgia
Hot spot
North Georgia
Neighborhood gem
North Georgia
Great for fine wines
North Georgia
Romantic
North Georgia
Good for special occasions
North Georgia
Lively
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
Innovative
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Good for groups
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Healthy
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Hot spot
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Neighborhood gem
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Great for fine wines
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Romantic
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Good for special occasions
Northeast Georgia Mountains
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Scott's Downtown offers an "amazing dining experience" in Gainesville with "outstanding" food and service. The elegant ambiance makes it a perfect spot for special occasions. While some reviews mention service delays, the attentive staff and standout dishes like sea bass and crab dip keep guests coming back. "Highly recommended" for a memorable night out.

1,156 Reviews

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Jennifer
Tallahassee
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Received a gift card (sister ordered and had mailed) when my sister ordered, she called to do it and asked there to be a message sent along with the gift card. We received the gift card with no note on who it was from and with just a receipt we eventually figured out the mystery that it was from my sister. First poor experience. When we were seated, we were at a wobbly table in a small room. We asked to be moved and were seated at another table that felt like it was about to fall apart. They tried to fix it and thought it was just wobbly, but the actual tabletop was not attached correctly. We were removed a third time. OK, let’s just keep trying here and see if things get better. They didn’t. The water glass was spotted, there were crumbs on the bread plates, the calamari was soggy with a poor presentation. My husband ordered the prime rib, medium rare. It came out, medium. The crème brûlée was torched too much and was actually burnt on top. The fillet tasted really well. The mushrooms were bland. When we made the reservation, I noted that it was my husband’s birthday that we were celebrating This was overlooked and not a mention of the celebration. That was a disappointment. For the food, the atmosphere and the service it was extremely overpriced. We will not be back.
Scott's DowntownResponded today
While we appreciate all feedback It is important to be forthright when asked while you are in the restaurant while can do something to remedy any missteps. I was actually cooking on the line tonight and was intimately familiar with your dinner. To clarify, your husband stated that he didn't like the original table because he "didn't" like the view according to my daughter, the host. The table you were seated at did appear to have an issue with a loose top, something easily remedied. While your husband's Prime rib was the correct temperature, I replaced it with one not soaked in Au Jus as is my spec so that the color was more representative. He ate all of it as you did with the calamari and the crème brule. You mentioned none of this to management or server when asked several times.
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Katherine
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We brought our friends to enjoy our annual holiday meal. Everyone enjoyed the food and service and said they would definitely return. My seafood pasta was the best. The clam chowder was delicious. Very nice evening. Thank you
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Gloria
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always a positive experience dining at Scott's plus the food is delicious and beautifully presented. Had a great time.
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Rick
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was great. The violinist playing Xmas music was the icing on the cake - she played beautifully!
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Andy
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was a somewhat slow night however it made it much more intimate with Eduardo providing the music. We had the Chilean Seabass, and the lamb chops, which were both outstanding. It may have been the best poached fish I have had. Service was good.
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Linda
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Scott’s for all the reasons that you choose fine dining. Consistently the food is done to perfection. Service is attentive but not over bearing. The ambiance if you can get one of the small cubbies is priceless. Happy to see Scott’s open.
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Janet
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been going to Scott's for our Anniversary for the last 5 years. We enjoy the ambience and the service. The food is delicious. We will continue going to Scott's.
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Alan
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We celebrated an anniversary at Scott’s and it was very nice. Went to the lounge first for a cocktail. Both the drinks and the staff were wonderful. Attention by servers was excellent. Our food was delicious. We will return! Eating in the lounge is more casual than the main dining room which is nice to have the choice. Ambiance is very nice. We are glad Scott’s is back providing a great option for upscale dining.
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Angela
Georgia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love dining at Scott’s. Such elegance and wonderful food and atmosphere.
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Jimmy
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can't go wrong - always outstanding food and service!
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FAQs

Scott's Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (770) 536-1111.

Scott's Downtown is rated 4.8 stars by 1156 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

131 Bradford St NW, Gainesville, GA 30501

Additional information

Cross street
Brenau Ave
Neighborhood
Gainesville
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Continental, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking after five available in neighboring parking lots.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Scott Dixon Chef Owner
Entertainment
Live music Saturday evenings. Vocalist, saxaphonist and guitarist are just a few of our entertainers scheduled weekly. Entertainment schedule available at www.scottsdowntown.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.scottsdowntown.com/
Phone number
(770) 536-1111
Catering
The Loft at Scott's is our special event facility with seating up to 500. We also provide off premises catering. We offer a complete line of corporate and social catering including: Concert Baskets, Day on the Lake Picnics, Weddings, Bridal Luncheons, Rehearsal Dinners, Company parties, Holiday Gatherings. <br /><br />Call on Scott's Catering Department to put together a memorable event for you.
Private party facilities
Scott's Downtown is the perfect place to host your next private event. The Restaurant offers two private dining rooms to accommodate up to 24 and The Loft at Scott's can accommodate larger groups up to 500! Business meeting space is available up to 24 with audio and visual equipment available.

Scott's Downtown

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Risotto Bowls

Filet Medallions

Prime Filet Mignon

SELECT SPIRITS

Vodka

Gin

Rum

Tequila

Canadian

Irish

Whiskey/Bourbon/Blends

Scotch - Blends

Scotch - Single Malt

COCKTAILS

Scott’s Signature$13.00

Moonrise Manhattan$14.00

Elixir of the Goddess$14.00

French Pear$13.00

Sparkling Lemon Raspberry$13.00

Classic Cosmo$12.00

Pomegranate$12.00

Lemon Drop$12.00

BEER

Amstel Light$6.00

Bud Light$4.50

Chimay Red Cap$10.00

Chimay White Cap$10.00

Corona$6.00

Guiness Blonde$6.00

Guinness Draught Can$6.50

Hi Wire Low Pitch IPA$6.00

Left Nut Bridge to Nowhere$6.00

Left Nut Blonde$6.00

Michelob Ultra$4.50

Odoulls$5.00

Sam Adams$6.00

Stella Artois$6.00

Sweetwater 420$6.00

Yuengling$6.00

Seasonal Selections$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Scott's Downtown offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Scott's Downtown restaurant rated?

Is Scott's Downtown currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information