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    Spirits Tavern

    4.3 (389 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

    By appointment only

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    SPIRITS TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Sample of the Menu of options for your hamburger, chicken sandwich, or veggie burger ( and some hotdogs).
    Kelly S.

    Great food! We had the Mac n Cheese bites and Brussels and both were delivious! Then several burgers and everyone loved each one. Our table had the Bearded Goat Burger, the Dragon's Breath and the Dr Feel Gouda and all were delicious! If you get tots, ask to add the cheese sauce! I do urge you to call ahead and put your name down - it's so good there is usually a wait!

    Warren B.

    Came here today for lunch on a whim after hiking. The outside had some seating to wait for a table as they were quite busy. Once inside it was cozy and active. I thought the menus and food options had plenty for anyone to like. I read reviews online before I ordered and everyone said they had the best burgers. I wouldn't say they're the best however probably the best in Dahlonega. Would come back here if one of my friends in Dahlonega was craving a burger. Service was quick and efficient and very to the point to flip tables. Other wise was a very good time

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    James B.

    So we were recommended to this spot by our bartender at Big Creek Distilling when we were up here in January. We went then and this weekend we went back again for lunch before we toured the Dahlanega square. We had to wait about 20 minutes for a table at 12:30 on a Saturday, but they notify you by text so you can walk around the nearby shops while you wait. These burgers are just awesome so many options. I had the Dragons breath this time and it was perfect. Their horseradish mayo is great! We tried trash pile this time for an appetizer and that was nearly a meal in itself! The wife out an Irish Whisky cocktail this time called a Spiritual Tea She really enjoyed it, very light and refreshing. Definable a good spot to stop while you are touring around up here.

    Bacon blue burger
    Jackie W.

    Delicious food and fun atmosphere! I really enjoyed my burger, it had so much flavor! Would definitely come back!

    Fungí Philly
    Holly W.

    Spirits is a must whenever I'm in Dahlonega. They never disappoint. Even though it is usually packed, it still has a cozy vibe. Our waitress was super nice and gave us the specials while we tried to figure out what we wanted. My friend went with the Fungi Philly special. She was happy to see it had both mushrooms and beef. She said it was really good but more mushroom forward than she was expecting. I had the trash pile as my main meal. The tots were perfectly crispy. The beef was well seasoned. It's the trash pile that keep me coming back. My girlfriend had a Bluesion chicken sandwich. She said it was cooked perfectly and super flavorful.

    Had the burger with onions and bacon. AMAZING!!!
    Nurse R.

    Small place with great food. The Mac and cheese bites were amazing. Had the burger with onion straws and bacon and it was delish. Would definitely go back.

    The Bleuseon Burger has been one of my favorites!
    Andy H.

    One of the best burgers I've ever eaten. Service is spectacular and the atmosphere is clean and friendly. One of the best restaurants in Dahlonega! After being in Dahlonega for a month, Spirits Tavern has been my go-to spot at least once a week. The atmosphere is trendy and friendly with lots of exposed brick, fun art, and craftsman style furniture. As the name suggests - they have a great selection of Spirits and their draft beer is always local and diverse. Service has been consistently great. Bartenders are engaging and always bring a smile. Wait staff are well trained and knowledgeable. This is the type of place that has a somewhat limited menu of items they execute very well. Burgers are cooked to temp and they can definitely deliver a property cooked burger medium. If you're trying to decide what to eat while in town - this is a great choice with plenty to offer for every palate! Don't miss the tater tots, chicken bites, or the brownie for dessert!

    The Impostor with Fried Green Beans
    Jessica A.

    We were in town for a wedding and Spirits Tavern was just a block away from our stay. After reading reviews and talking to locals, it was deemed the spot to go. The vibe is overall very causal which we loved. We were instantly greeted and put on a short waitlist of 25 mins. Service was friendly and quick once we sat down. Our waitress was great and happy to make recommendations. I ordered the Dragon's Breath burger with Kalettes and my boyfriend ordered the Imposter with Fried Green Beans. Burgers are cooked to order which is always a plus! We savored every bite! It was so good, nothing was left on my plate! Overall, we loved Spirits Tavern so much we came here twice during our four day stay. Highly recommend!

    La La drinking wine at spirits
    Chuck R.

    Love the food and the people. I get the trout sandwich and tots without salt. The wilted salad with grilled springer mountain chicken and warm bacon dressing is also a favorite. ... And all the cocktails.

    Blue fusion burger and chicken sandwich
    Brad G.

    We stopped here for a late lunch after exploring the area. We got in right away, a little break in what seems to be a heavy stream of business. I had the bleufushion burger made with grass fed beef and a side of tater tots. The tater tots were hot salty and crispy- just as the should be. The burger was delicious. Served medium rare as I had ordered. It was huge, and very flavorful. My only ding is the service was a bit slow once we ordered but if you want a really good burger- give this place a try!

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    Eddy H.

    Oh my! Spirits Tavern definitely has the best burgers in Dahlonega, and they may have some of the best burgers in all of Georgia. After walking around the Square and reading the reviews on yelp, I decided to try Spirits Tavern. I was not disappointed. The interior of the restaurant has a cool theme in the way that they combined ghoulish spirits from the afterlife with a full bar of spirits for alcoholic beverages. Everyone I spoke with, including Cole and Rose at the bar, and Bella outside at the hostess stand, highly recommended the burgers. I was initially drawn to the gooey burger Which sounds like the ultimate cheesy burger. I was also interested in trying the mac & cheese bites based upon the high number of reviews that mentioned this starter on the menu. I decided to go with the rude awakening burger, and Cole the bartender pointed out that I could order the mac & cheese bites as a premium side. It was pretty much the perfect combination. The burgers are made to order, and they Cook the perfect medium rare burger. From the very first bite, I was left with the impression that this might be the best burger I've had in Georgia. The next time I find myself in Dahlonega, I'll definitely return to Spirits Tavern and bring my family as well. If you're looking for a tavern with amazing food, I would highly recommend you try spirits Tavern in Dahlonega. Cheers

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    Amazing burgers! Cool atmosphere, friendly staff and a great downtown location. We can't wait to go back.

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    Good food - creative takes on standards. Friendly service and fun menu. Convenient to wherever you park on the Square

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    Patty melt and Espresso martini were good. We sat at the bar, bartender was really good!

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    Fried Mac and cheese not that great I ordered a dinner that included the Mac and cheese again I was disappointed.

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    Burgers were awesome!! The tater tots were the best!!! Would definitely go there again! So many options of burgers!!

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    Wish I had taken pics of my food! The food was awesome! The service was amazing! You must try we will definitely be back!!

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    Food was great! Vibe was great! Service as great! It was packed but we sat at the bar and still enjoyed being there.

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    Ask the Community - Spirits Tavern

    Is there loud music played on Monday nights?

    Not sure about Monday. It's a bar, so it's very loud. Don't waste your time with this place. The service is a big zero!

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