the service was incredible, all of the servers were extremely kind and were extremely helpful…read more(especially when confirming gluten free foods were safe for me as i have celiac disease). the host (brandon) has an extremely kind soul and stayed very professional as some patrons were causing problems. the backyard seating area was very cozy and comfortable, and the food was great! would definitely recommend!

Lowcountry Backyard was one of those places that feels like it's been there forever in the best…read morepossible way. Quirky, unpolished, a little tucked away, and absolutely full of character. It doesn't feel corporate or manufactured at all. More like you've stumbled into somebody's lovingly chaotic backyard dinner party where the food just happens to be genuinely top-tier. The mismatched charm, handwritten feel, and warm atmosphere are part of what makes it so special. There's this brilliant contrast between the laid-back hole-in-the-wall vibe and the seriously refined cooking coming out of the kitchen. We started with the fried green tomatoes which were incredibly tender, fried perfectly, and drizzled with a lovely house-made ranch. The sweet house pickles alongside were such a good touch. We also each had a cup of she crab soup which was beautifully seasoned and packed with tonnes of crab morsels. For mains, we shared the shrimp and grits and completely understood why the recipe has won awards, including being recognised as the 3rd best in the world. The recipe is rooted in traditional Lowcountry cooking but elevated with layers of flavour that somehow still feel comforting and homemade. The grits were unbelievably creamy, and the shrimp and sausage were perfectly cooked with fantastic flavour throughout. We also split the seafood purloo with blackened grouper, and it was equally impressive. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted incredibly fresh without trying too hard to be fancy. What really made the experience though was the staff. Everyone went above and beyond. They took time to chat with us about the area, paced the courses perfectly so nothing felt rushed, and by the end we were leaving with handshakes feeling more like guests than customers. Places like this are getting harder to find. We'll absolutely be back and would recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Lowcountry food served by genuinely wonderful people.

My husband and I loved finding this spot in Hilton Head! There was live…read more R&B music and friendly staff. We both had corn bread, fried chicken, yams, collards and sweet iced tea. It was all delicious--the corn bread was some of the best we have ever tasted. Our chicken was fried to order--hot, tasty and large portions. Nothing was from a can--it was all beautifully seasoned, prepared and served. Don't miss out--spend a lively, fun evening at Ruby Lee's!

We pulled up to complete darkness around a curve to a hole in the wall in the middle of nowhere…read more We could hear the live band before we got out of the car. They sounded great. The dance floor was full and people were actually up and engaging. A Band named 'Chemistry'.. really good. There is a $12 entertainment fee.. at least tonight it was well worth it.. Our waitress, didn't get her name, sat us after we stood at the door for what felt like forever.. lol probably bc it felt like everybody was looking at us waiting bc BAM you right in the door, front and center! Anywho, we were seated, offered water and our drink order was taken. We got a signature cocktail, 'The Ruby'.. it was on point! Yes it was. It looked like a busy night, so Grace was given. Our order was taken, 1. Chicken and Waffles and 2. Pork chops with Collards and Mac n Chz.. the band has stopped playing so the over head music is playing.. which is still good music. So we wait... Lord have mercy! The wait was well worth it! When I saw we left Nothing. But. Crumbs. Everything was Chefs Kiss! From the entertainment, customer service, food, and ambience, I wish I could give a 10! I wanna thank my friend who visited last week for putting us on.. it was a highlight of our trip. Would definitely return. & will tell anyone who is in the area to definitely give it a try! Please come with Patience and an Open Mind, especially on a busy night. It was well worth the wait.

I had the best dirty rice I've ever had in my life, and their turkey wings were perfectly seasoned,…read moretender, and delicious. The ordering process is straight forward with a ticket numbering system, and if you're waiting outside it's announced over a loudspeaker. The interior is only for ordering but there are picnic tables out front. This is right off of the interstate, and officially a landmark for me to visit when near Savannah.

Driving on 95 and we were hungry so I yelped places to eat and found fried chicken and good ratings…read moreso this made us stop...pulled up to a few awning covered picnic tables outside and small inside just for ordering .....maybe it was a bad day due to being the day after Christmas .... the lady working was alone and cooking on my arrival and not pleasant at all - did not attempt to multitask or offer any recommendations while we waited just kept her back to me ...I ordered 4 fried chicken pieces and they were pretty good and very freshly made..also came with a roll/bread ...but offered no hot sauce or anything other than my order...I even went back in to ask if I could have hot sauce and my request was answered with an angry " well you didn't ask for any" and she turned back to cooking....I wouldn't stop again .. there's a Publix closer to the exit and they have better fried chicken in my opinion and I'm always treated kindly at Publix and can get all the hot sauce I want for a lot less money! 3 stars is for poor service but probably closer to 4 for chicken....not a must have again but had decent flavor! Ambiance has very little appeal..basic gas station accommodations.

This small restaurant packs in the seating with booths and 2 to 4 seat tables. One customer was…read morebusy on their computer while a few others were visiting while waiting for their order. You'll find plenty of vegetable and protein, comfort food choices here. Order at the counter and your meal will be brought to you. Fried okra, Mac & Cheese, pork chops smothered and covered & fried chicken are a few of the choices here. Our "to go" 2 piece fried chicken came with choice of white or dark meat, side of white or yellow rice and your choice of 2 sides. The fried chicken was hot, crispy, juicy deliciousness! The fried okra was crunchy and the cabbage was delish! We'll definitely return!

Friendly Service, But Food Missed the Mark…read more The place was packed when we visited, which gave it a nice, lively vibe. Service was warm and inviting, and the staff really made us feel welcome. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite measure up. Most dishes were overly salty (though to be fair, we usually cook with very little salt), and the chicken breast was dry and lacking flavor. Overall, it was a pleasant outing thanks to the atmosphere and service, but the food just didn't deliver enough to rate it higher than three stars.

The food and service were amazing. The best BBQ I have ever had. I had the pulled pork and was…read moremoist and flavorful. The sides were just as good. I had the collard greens, dirty rice and fried okra. Wish we had one of these in South Florida.

Went with our neighbors to One Hot Mamma's for "linner". I had the most juicy, delicious brisket…read moreplatter w/cole slaw, fries (which were fresh & HOT) & onion strings, heaven! Perfect 10 sauce served HOT & perfect accompaniment for the brisket! Our server Tiana was terrific! On top of things & even remembered our neighbors. She took excellent care of us while we were there! She's a keeper Orchid! Love the new location with the American flag ceiling!

While visiting Savannah we found this little gem…read more Food--10/10. What a delightfully unique menu. The peach glazed chicken and the pecan encrusted chicken were superb. The grilled chicken sandwich, while ordinary, was juicy and perfectly grilled. Service--8/10. We arrived late in the evening and there was perhaps only be waiter working. Food took a while but when it came it was wonderful. Atmosphere--7/10. It's definitely off the beaten path but that is most things in Savannah. It was very modestly and simply designed.

This was a random stop the afternoon before seeing the Savannah Bananas play. We saw on the sign…read morethat that they had the best banana pudding and we were sold. We ordered a couple entrees to share and obviously went for the pudding and they weren't lying. It was so delicious!! I'm sad to see on Google that they have permanently closed.

After reading some reviews I don't want to be repetitive. But this place is a gem in Bluffton…read more The place is super nice, you feel relaxed as soon as you come in. Decoration is amazing. I had the Crispy Shrooms. Really good. Jollof rice is definitely a different and unexpected texture and flavor, very good. For the main dish was the Lobster Cashew curry. Absolutely beautifully presented and delicious. I should've follow my server advice about the rice. jollof rice must pair really good with meat. Not that much with seafood. I think the prices are very reasonable even for the wine. Service is impecable. Music Level perfect. Definitely coming back to try all the menu.

We have been hearing great things from friends about how outstanding Okan is. So, we finally got…read morearound to trying it out. We made a reservation and when we arrived, were seated immediately. The hostess was very friendly and welcoming. The restaurant was beautiful and very comfy. We liked the vibe very much. So far, we are thinking this is going to be a 5 star experience. Unfortunately the wine we ordered is no longer being served so we had to pivot to a different one. Which was fine. So, onto the food. My hubby is not as adventurous as I am in terms of trying new foods. He decided to play it safe. We started with the cornbread. It was served in a small cast iron skillet with butter and jam. The cornbread & jam was good. The butter was a bit odd. It was a whipped/fluffy consistency but the flavor was lacking. Honestly, it sort of reminded me more of old school Crisco from a can than a nice whipped butter. Hubs decided to get the ceaser with cabbage and the Mac & cheese. I ordered the cashew curry & Carolina Gold rice. Hubs absolutely loved his salad. He said it was the most flavorful salad he ever had. I am not a fan of cabbage but I tasted it and he is right, the flavor was unbelievably good. This was the best thing we tasted on our visit. I also tried a bite of his Mac & cheese and it was not something I would order here. I got an overwhelming taste of onion, which is not my favorite thing. Hubs thought it was ok, but not the best he's tasted. I was very excited to try the cashew curry. Unfortunately, it fell flat of my expectations. I expected a complex flavor profile with lots of layers. I got the earthiness & umami. But not much else. The veggies were good. But the lobster was chewy/rubbery in texture. I added Carolina Gold rice and it was ok, but sort of consistency of day old rice without a lot of flavor. It was very filling though, so we skipped dessert. Overall, service was 4 or 5 stars but the food (other than the salad) just fell a little flat for us. Not sure if we caught them on an off night food-wise.

My first visit here was simply amazing, after walking the S&S Greenway Trail I had worked up an…read moreappetite for a delicious lunch and Big Ma's did not disappoint. I ordered the three fried chicken wings, cabbage and candied yams. Everything was delicious especially the cabbage which was seasoned to perfection. The biggest surprise for me was the hoe cake which took me all the way back to my childhood days visiting my grandmother's kitchen on any given special Sunday dinner, as a stack would be placed on the table to go along with the dinner. Needless to say I enjoyed the hoe cake, you sure don't see those everyday. The service was excellent and friendly, the sweet tea was everything, I can't wait to visit Big Ma's Soul Food again.

My friend picked up the food. I was on the phone and the cashier throughly explained the menu which…read moreI appreciated! I decided on the veggie plate and my friend ordered the oxtail plate. The portions were good and the food was ok. It wasn't highly seasoned or overcooked. Overall, it wasn't bad, and I'd be willing to give it another try!