Inside view of Sanctuary on the Square restaurant in Downtown Gainesville, GA featuring guests sitting at tables and bar

Sanctuary on the Square

Craft cocktail featuring fruity pebbles designed to convey specialty drinks served at Sanctuary on the Square restaurant and bar to entice guests to visit
Salmon and pasta dinner menu item helps to convey the type of food served at Sanctuary on the Square restaurant in downtown Gainesville, GA

About Us

Who we are

A local bar and restaurant located on the Square in the heart of downtown Gainesville, GA that provides a haven to those looking to get away from the daily grind, where friends are the family you’ve chosen, and satisfying food and drink awaken the soul. We’re your local place of refuge to immerse yourself in good times with great people! Join us as we reimagine the familiar!

What we do

Dining

SOS serves lunch and dinner, along with a late-night menu and brunch on the weekends. We are reimagining the familiar with our tapas-style small plates and entrees featuring salads, soup, sandwiches, burgers, pasta, steak, seafood, poultry, vegetarian options, and desserts.

Events

Whether you’re upstairs at Blue Door or downstairs at SOS, you’ll find we always have something fun going on. Bringing live music to The Square during Sunday Funday, we also feature special events like wine dinners, mixology classes, karaoke, and trivia.  Upstairs at Blue Door, you’ll find all your late-night festivities with resident DJs, along with live bands and comedy shows.  We also host craft markets, art shows, and wine tastings. 

Catering

Hosting a company party, wedding, or anniversary party? Looking for a special place to host your next get-together? SOS has you covered! Our catering services range from drop-off to full service. You can also rent out our space. Contact us at [email protected] for more information.

Food Ordering

Hungry, but don’t feel like going out? Order online!