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Scott's Downtown, Gainesville, GA

Scott's Downtown

4.8
4.8
1156 Reviews
$50 and over
Continental

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2 people
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
  • 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.
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

NoiseModerate

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

    Neighbourhood 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 Ambience

  • 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

    Neighbourhood 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
  1. 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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  2. Katherine

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 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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  3. Gloria

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 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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  4. Rick

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 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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  5. Andy

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 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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  6. Linda

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 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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  7. Janet

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 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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  8. Alan

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 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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  9. Angela

    Georgia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 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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  10. Jimmy

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 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 booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Scott's Downtown

131 Bradford St NW, Gainesville, GA 30501

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Brenau Ave
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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.
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