this place was always a favorite when we went
https://www.kurtsrestaurant.com/
PORK SHANK "SCHWEINEHAXE" and the bananas al la foster are memorable experiences.
Yes, I’m always surprised how inexpensive and delicious it is. Still not cheap but you can definitely have a lovely, upscale experience for under $150.
Also the owner and his wife are often there and are lovely to chat with.
Haven't been to Stoney River since pre-COVID, so hopefully it hasn't fallen off. But that was a date night favorite.
For an "experience" that's a little more off the beaten path, Kurt's Bistro in Duluth is a fantastic German restaurant.
Heard about this place for years. Finally went. My opinion is they are over rated. At these prices I’ll pick Capital Grille all day long over Stoney. Just my experience.
Technically not Gwinnett, but not far from the northern parts of Gwinnett. Passador Brazilian Steakhouse in Alpharetta. Fogo has nothing on it. The food is incredible and the service is stellar. I seriously can’t say enough good things about this restaurant.
Passador Brazilian Steakhouse https://g.co/kgs/MtDS79k
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My wife and I like going to Local on North in downtown Duluth… we go all out (appetizer, entrees, cocktails, dessert) and I don’t think I’ve ever spent more than $150.
Bottles & Bones in Suwanee by Town Center Park.
Also Raik Mediterranean just opened up next to there.
And then off 85 north also in Suwanee is Cuts Steakhouse👌🏻
Antebellum in Flowery Branch. I don’t know if they’ve restarted the early evening live jazz evenings on the lawn yet, but even if not, the ambiance, food and service are top-notch.
Noosh kitchen Mediterranean in John's Creek. Check their website menu. Interior is nothing special but the food is amazing. It's located next to great food store from middle eastern 😋
Try the Overlook in Duluth, it recently opened! Has all the upscale vibes and good food that ATL would have! It is right by the Gas South Convention Center off the Sugarloaf exit.
There are enough nice restaurants in downtown Lawrenceville for you to walk in and out of to check out their menus and what they have to offer 🫴🏼 Free parking and everything is in a one block square. Pretty much very walkable. You can preview by going on Google Maps and checking out the images of each place 🤙🏼 some places have roof seating and outdoor. Really you can get whatever you want and then walk over to the Lawrenceville lawn and have a picnic 🧺
I don't know if it classifies as upscale, but Rico's World Cafe in Buford is really nice. You can eat very well there for your budget, and their cheaper options are also very good as well.
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Stage in Peachtree Corners. You can get a bunch of small plates and/or split an entree.
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this place was always a favorite when we went https://www.kurtsrestaurant.com/ PORK SHANK "SCHWEINEHAXE" and the bananas al la foster are memorable experiences.
This is a great option.
Sugo in John’s Creek comes to mind!
Yes, I’m always surprised how inexpensive and delicious it is. Still not cheap but you can definitely have a lovely, upscale experience for under $150. Also the owner and his wife are often there and are lovely to chat with.
Sugo is a great choice. I’d throw falling rabbit into the mix if you want something under $150.
Just had my wedding rehearsal dinner there. Highly recommend. Nara in Johns Creek is solid too. Rumis in Alpharetta too.
Falling Rabbit is amazing!
Not so much upscale, but Revolving Sushi is really fun.
Haven't been to Stoney River since pre-COVID, so hopefully it hasn't fallen off. But that was a date night favorite. For an "experience" that's a little more off the beaten path, Kurt's Bistro in Duluth is a fantastic German restaurant.
Used to go fairly regularly. Went once during later part of COVID. It’s not the same. I think they got bought or something. Haven’t gone back.
Heard about this place for years. Finally went. My opinion is they are over rated. At these prices I’ll pick Capital Grille all day long over Stoney. Just my experience.
Neat story, but OP asked about Gwinnett. If they were driving into town, then there's another dozen+ places I would mention ahead of Capital Grille.
I get it. Just sharing. Off topic but where would you go over the Grille? I like CG because it is just very consistent. I know what I’m going to get.
Technically not Gwinnett, but not far from the northern parts of Gwinnett. Passador Brazilian Steakhouse in Alpharetta. Fogo has nothing on it. The food is incredible and the service is stellar. I seriously can’t say enough good things about this restaurant. Passador Brazilian Steakhouse https://g.co/kgs/MtDS79k
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My wife and I like going to Local on North in downtown Duluth… we go all out (appetizer, entrees, cocktails, dessert) and I don’t think I’ve ever spent more than $150.
Bottles & Bones in Suwanee by Town Center Park. Also Raik Mediterranean just opened up next to there. And then off 85 north also in Suwanee is Cuts Steakhouse👌🏻
Stony River in Duluth or Pappadeaux in Norcross
Parkside District!
Luciano’s! The food is so good
Came here to say this! If you have a bit bigger budget, their sister restaurant Frankie’s is a super nice steakhouse.
Antebellum in Flowery Branch. I don’t know if they’ve restarted the early evening live jazz evenings on the lawn yet, but even if not, the ambiance, food and service are top-notch.
Local Republic in downtown Lawrenceville.
Noosh kitchen Mediterranean in John's Creek. Check their website menu. Interior is nothing special but the food is amazing. It's located next to great food store from middle eastern 😋
Bare bones steakhouse in buford is great.
Try the Overlook in Duluth, it recently opened! Has all the upscale vibes and good food that ATL would have! It is right by the Gas South Convention Center off the Sugarloaf exit.
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There are enough nice restaurants in downtown Lawrenceville for you to walk in and out of to check out their menus and what they have to offer 🫴🏼 Free parking and everything is in a one block square. Pretty much very walkable. You can preview by going on Google Maps and checking out the images of each place 🤙🏼 some places have roof seating and outdoor. Really you can get whatever you want and then walk over to the Lawrenceville lawn and have a picnic 🧺
Since I'm not sure how far north you'd like to travel, I'll suggest Antebellum in Flowery Branch. Spectacular food. Thet are on Open Table & Yelp
I don't know if it classifies as upscale, but Rico's World Cafe in Buford is really nice. You can eat very well there for your budget, and their cheaper options are also very good as well.
The new El Paso Tacos and Tequila has very good food and nice atmosphere. It’s more upscale than my kitchen table.
Frankie’s!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Pampas in Johns Creek. Should be under $150 without alcohol.
Volcano is pretty cool, too.
Antebellum (770) 965-8100 https://g.co/kgs/AbrnvT6
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Crossing Steakhouse in Norcross
Def check out Thrill. Its an all you can eat kbbq place. Highly recommend them!
Bahama breeze is cheap and nice when outside with the firepit