The best restaurants in Dalton
31 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Real Food Co
RestaurantsWhen you need something that actually fuels you, Real Food Co. pumps out paleo-friendly salads, comforting soups, and legit chicken salad…
Real Food Co
RestaurantsThe Filling Station
RestaurantsWhen you need a no-nonsense Southern lunch, The Filling Station delivers homestyle meats, veggies, and scratch-made sides with desserts…
The Filling Station
RestaurantsCrescent City Tavern
RestaurantsCrescent City Tavern is Dalton’s go-to spot this week for a laid-back bite with legit burgers and wings, a full lineup of craft beers and…
Crescent City Tavern
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsGondolier Pizza
RestaurantsCraving a reliable, locally owned go-to this week? Gondolier Pizza brings classic pies and Italian comfort that hits the spot, from…
Gondolier Pizza
RestaurantsTrinity Barbecue
RestaurantsTrinity Barbecue is serving up legit smoke and spirit, with sandwiches like The Beast and The Trinity loaded with pimento cheese, tender…
Trinity Barbecue
RestaurantsFuji Japanese Steakhouse
RestaurantsFuji Japanese Steakhouse brings teppanyaki theater and sushi cravings together, with master chefs flipping, sizzling, and serving right at…
Fuji Japanese Steakhouse
RestaurantsSeasons Hibachi & Sushi
RestaurantsWhether you’re team sizzling hibachi or raw-and-ready sushi, Seasons Hibachi & Sushi delivers with bento boxes, maki combos for the…
Seasons Hibachi & Sushi
RestaurantsCyra's - Simple Goodness
RestaurantsWhether you're sneaking out for a long lunch or leveling up date night, Cyra's - Simple Goodness delivers fine dining in downtown Dalton…
Cyra's - Simple Goodness
RestaurantsChelsea's On Thornton
RestaurantsCraving a cozy, low-key treat this week, Dalton? Chelsea's on Thornton serves afternoon tea in a vintage home with signature chicken salad,…
Chelsea's On Thornton
RestaurantsLittle Tokyo Restaurant
RestaurantsLittle Tokyo Restaurant turns weeknights into small celebrations with fresh, artfully presented sushi, rich ramen, and comforting teriyaki…
Little Tokyo Restaurant
RestaurantsLogan's Roadhouse
RestaurantsDown-to-earth chain offering American standards like burgers & ribs, plus signature cocktails.
Logan's Roadhouse
RestaurantsOutback Steakhouse
RestaurantsBoisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
Outback Steakhouse
RestaurantsStanley's Steamers
RestaurantsWhen your weekday hunger hits, Stanley's Steamers comes through with stacked sandwiches, deli favorites, and signature subs built with…
Stanley's Steamers
RestaurantsEl Ranchito Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsNeed a solid go-to this week? El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant hits the spot with melty cheese dip, a stacked Arroz Texano, and burrito salad…
El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsPapa Johns Pizza
RestaurantsPizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.
Papa Johns Pizza
RestaurantsPapa's Pizza To Go
RestaurantsThis week, when dinner indecision strikes, Papa's Pizza To Go nails crispy thin-crust pies, addicting Piggy Sticks, and hearty subs like…
Papa's Pizza To Go
RestaurantsJuan's Wieners
RestaurantsWhen that hot dog craving hits, Juan's Wieners has you covered with juicy dogs, oversized pretzels, crispy fries, and baked potatoes so…
Juan's Wieners
RestaurantsGettin Piggy Wit It BBQ
RestaurantsGettin Piggy Wit It BBQ is dishing out award-winning wings, smoked ribs and brisket, stacked burgers, even smoked bologna, plus those…
Gettin Piggy Wit It BBQ
RestaurantsOki Hibachi Plus
RestaurantsOki Hibachi Plus turns the hibachi craving into an easy win with sizzling teriyaki chicken, steak and shrimp combos, plus bang bang shrimp…
Oki Hibachi Plus
RestaurantsChili's Grill & Bar
RestaurantsFamily-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.
Chili's Grill & Bar
RestaurantsD Food Collab
RestaurantsNeed an easy dinner that still feels like a treat? D Food Collab turns out fresh-made wraps, burgers and crispy fried chicken, plus fun…
D Food Collab
RestaurantsNative Kitchen
RestaurantsNative Kitchen is serving a 100% gluten-free menu with legit coffee, stacked sandwiches, and veggie-forward bowls like the Dirty South…
Native Kitchen
RestaurantsThe Perfect Cup
RestaurantsFrom award-winning sandwiches to homemade soups that rotate with a legit Soup Schedule, The Perfect Cup keeps downtown Dalton fed and…
The Perfect Cup
RestaurantsHamilton's Food & Spirits/Pizzeria
RestaurantsHamilton's Food & Spirits/Pizzeria has been a Historic Downtown Dalton staple since 2011 for a reason, serving made to order brick-oven…
Hamilton's Food & Spirits/Pizzeria
RestaurantsGondolier Pizza
RestaurantsNeed an easy, cozy dinner this week? Gondolier Pizza is individually owned and operated and keeps it simple with classic pies, pasta, and…
Gondolier Pizza
RestaurantsCuban Restaurant sugar & fire
RestaurantsSugar & Fire Cuban Restaurant is turning weeknights into mini vacations with a legit Cuban Sandwich pressed just right, empanadas packed…
Cuban Restaurant sugar & fire
RestaurantsKumo Hibachi & Sushi
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving sizzling hibachi, fresh sushi rolls, or a teriyaki bento that hits every craving box, Kumo Hibachi & Sushi delivers.…
Kumo Hibachi & Sushi
RestaurantsCook Out
RestaurantsBranch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.
Cook Out
RestaurantsSteak 'n Shake
RestaurantsChain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.
Steak 'n Shake
RestaurantsFive Guys
RestaurantsFast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
Five Guys
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