Story courtesy of Brandee A. Thomas, Gainesville Times Although she could’ve asked for a new doll or bicycle, a Charlotte Snyder is asking for something much simpler for her birthday. Instead of gifts, the 6-year-old is asking people to purchase a milkshake. Charlotte, who has cystic fibrosis, has decided to host a milkeshake-a-thon in lieu... Read More Read More
Dockside Grill Café at Aqualand Marina offers open-water views of Lake Lanier in a casual outdoor cafe setting. The famous Docker hand-pattied burger comes with a variety of topping choices from bleu cheese to chili. Other menu items include sandwiches, salads, and fresh seafood — grouper, tuna and mahi-mahi – plus munchies and grilled chicken.... Read More Read More
Big Creek Tavern is open all year long. There’s a dock for boats back in Big Creek just beyond Lazy Days Marina; then walk up the hill to the restaurant. The atmosphere is a comfortable neighborhood restaurant and it’s a favorite with locals. Home-cooked blue-plate specials for weekday lunches compliment the full dinner menu that... Read More Read More
The area's newest shoreline dining option at Lake Lanier Islands is The Tiki Hut, with on-the-water access during the summer season. The menu includes burgers, hot dogs and grilled items. Read More
Dockside Grill at Holiday Marina serves a full and diverse menu of 100-plus items. Crab legs, grilled fish and hand-cut aged steaks complimented by salads, sandwiches and appetizers, plus the restaurant’s famous “Docker” hand-pattied burgers. Situated right on the water behind the offices of Holiday Marina, the restaurant offers a view of Big Creek. Boat... Read More Read More
Windows at Legacy Lodge offers fine dining with gorgeous lake views. Full menu service, wine dinners on the last Saturday of each month all year. Seasonal seafood buffet on Friday and Saturday nights from May through September. Specials available including a seafood buffet. Legacy Lodge, Lake Lanier Islands. www.lakelanierislands.com Read More
Bull Frogs’ Bar & Grille at Legacy Lodge offers casual dining featuring Southeastern cuisine for brunch/breakfast, lunch and dinner. Live entertainment during the summer and Dive-In Theater family movies poolside on Saturdays. Full-service bar For information about Lake Lanier Islands Resort and its restaurants, call 770-945-8787. www.lakelanierislands.com Read More