What do you get when you combine beach cocktails, a tropical island paradise, and the only floating tiki hut bar and grill on Lake Lanier? Only the best place to spend an afternoon during the warmer months in Georgia. While there are plenty of tropical restaurants in Georgia worth checking out when the weather is right, this particular restaurant on Lake Lanier might just take the cake.

Pelican Pete’s Bar & Grill on Lake Lanier might just be one of the best tropical restaurants in Georgia.

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Many Georgia residents don’t even know this slice of paradise exists since it is tucked away along the banks of Lake Lanier.

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As part of the Port Royale Marina, Pelican Pete’s is truly one-of-a-kind, so much so that it is the only floating restaurant on the entire lake.

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Visitors to Pelican Pete’s don’t need to take the traditional route up to the restaurant either, they can cruise in by boat or by jet ski and pull up right to the dock.

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Enjoy some of the live entertainment on weekends from May to October, and kick back with a frozen drink or an ice cold beer.

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Bring the kids too, not just for the fun-filled atmosphere, but also because of the water play area that is open to splash in.

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Indulge in an exciting mix of menu items from the Boat Load of “Knot"chos brimming with chips, cheese, and vegetables…

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…to the simplicity of a bacon burger paired with crispy, salty fries.

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If you’re ready to explore one of the best tropical restaurants in Georgia, head on out to Pelican Pete’s on Lake Lanier.

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Address: 8800 Port Royale Drive, Gainesville, GA 30506

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Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday, and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

To learn more about Pelican Pete’s, visit the website or Facebook Page.

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