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    Rocker Arm.  Chicken tenders with honey hot sauce and mac and cheese
    Allen H.

    Stopped in today for lunch with a group of Jeepers. First time here. Old converted gas station. Ambiance was fun with the car memorabilia. Menu is loaded with dishes named after car parts. Staff was friendly and helpful. I had the "Rocker arm". Aka...chicken tenders with honey hot sauce and Mac and cheese. Good tenders and the sauce was good. Just a hint of heat. The mac and cheese was excellent; one of the best I've had. Wife had the "Spark Plug". Aka...chicken, bacon sandwich with fries. We enjoyed the food very much and will come again

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    Jay W.

    Stopped today for lunch on the outside patio. Really cool place. I mean, it's not fancy, but I really like the atmosphere. It's old-timey and welcoming. And listen--the Buffalo chicken sandwich is the best chicken sandwich I've had in years. I hardly ever drink, but I was tempted to have a few beers and sit there all afternoon. What a great addition to Gray! P.S. Please offer onion rings!

    Axel burger! It was so good, and so filling

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    Great service, company and food. We are so lucky to have a place like this in this small town.

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    Based on what I've eaten, it's great. I'm about halfway through the menu. Burgers are best around. Period except mine

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    Dovetail

    Dovetail

    4.6
    (330 reviews)
    13.1 mi
    $$$

    A very upscale, classy restaurant in the heart of downtown Macon. Don't be fooled by the bar when…read moreyou walk in, dovetail is tucked upstairs and is much quieter and more sophisticated. You need reservations to dine here. There was complimentary bread and peach jam. They have a rotating selection of daily specials, cheeses, and change their menu frequently. I also appreciate the "small plates" section for when you're not that hungry. The cheese board appetizer was a surprising favorite. It had items sourced from local farms. Our waiter was very accommodating and did a good job with recommendations and explaining the intricacies of each item.

    I was in Macon for the weekend and kept hearing about Dovetail. So I decided to give it a try…read more Located in the heart of Macon in the middle of the Historic District, Dovetail provides a charming southern vibe with a low lit cozy kinda atmosphere and delicious comfort food. You definitely feel the love with their servers. Extensive menu knowledge and very service oriented they aim to give you the best experience possible. So after a tasty cocktail and a very nice charcuterie board I went with the Crab and Panko Crusted Cod. Oh my goodness what a delicious entrée. A tasty crusted outside and so tender inside. And that lemon and miso creamed kale topped it all off. Definitely a place to try when in Macon. The only draw back is that it's up stairs on the 2nd floor with no elevator.

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    Whiskey sour with a Rosemary twist.  Amazing.  Could taste every flavor.  So good

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    Whiskey sour with a Rosemary twist. Amazing. Could taste every flavor. So good
    The Rookery

    The Rookery

    4.2
    (981 reviews)
    13.1 mi
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    AN EXPERIENCE NOT JUST A MEAL…read more This place is located in a kind of seedy downtown area of Macon. We walked in and the vibe throughout the place won me over instantly. When the staff seem to enjoy their jobs and working with each other as well, chances are you have a winner. We were seated immediately in a cozy booth with floor to ceiling graffiti. The place just oozed character! We were told that at times in the loft above our heads they had live music FYI. The waitress was friendly and on point. We never found ourselves waiting to order or for drinks, etc. The food was great. We started with the solid gold soul rolls which were tasty. I'd say 2-3 people for this app. My wife had the hot pig and fig which she enjoyed. She wanted something a little light and it was perfect for her. I ordered the Dr John Burger. The cook forgot my bacon . No bueno. Our waitress was game and was quick to bring me bacon to complete the burger. It was well cooked and the flavors were excellent so all was good. Our companion enjoyed her food as well. We all left full and happy. And, yes I would return and I recommend trying them yourself.

    The Rookery is definitely worth a visit if you're in downtown Macon. The atmosphere is fun,…read morewelcoming, and full of local character, and the service was friendly throughout our meal. We started with the fried green tomatoes, which were a great appetizer--crispy, flavorful, and a nice way to kick things off. For our entrées, we had the fish and chips and the smoked turkey sandwich. The fish had a nice crispy batter, and the smoked turkey sandwich was tasty and satisfying. My only disappointment was the fries. They were a bit soggy and lacked the crispiness I was hoping for, especially with the fish and chips. A crisp, hot fry would have taken the meal to the next level. Overall, the food was good, the atmosphere was enjoyable, and I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

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    Is he the owner? This bartender has been the best! Very attentive.
    Is he the owner? This bartender has been the best! Very attentive.
    Chicken Salad Sandwich*
    Chicken Salad Sandwich*
    What a cool place!

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    What a cool place!
    The Swanson

    The Swanson

    4.2
    (368 reviews)
    39.7 mi
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    My first visit here and I wish I'd discovered this place sooner. The service was kind and…read morecourteous, the food piping hot, and the drinks refreshing and delicious. We wish they had tables big enough for large parties on their patio. Would be fun to spend an evening out there with a group of friends.

    I don't usually go for Southern food, but I'm glad I stopped by to The Swanson. Interior wise, it's…read morelike a house turned restaurant business. The foundation is still there with the rooms and decor but with lots of tables set up, similar to hosting a gathering at home. Not only that, everyone here was really friendly! We really felt welcomed, and though the second time, service wasn't as outstanding, it was still good. I think they really nailed down the vibe of southern hospitality. For drinks, they have seasonal cocktails, which I think is fun, but I'm not around at a time where I would be able to chill and drink. I end up with a go-to sweet tea. Strong and sweet, that it kept me up, but not the strongest nor sweetest I've had. There's also complimentary bread that's mini muffin shaped and dense like a biscuit. It's buttery and salty, but I like it! Before coming, I saw so many things about the sampler, so I definitely wanted to get it and try out. Love the fried green tomatoes with the honey mustard. It didn't feel oily, and it held up pretty well when cut and dipped into sauce. The pimento cheese here is probably the best I've ever had, but I will admit that I have not had many (I tend to not like it). In fact, both these items stay on my mind enough that I do think about coming here more often than I thought I would. And this is just for the apps. The rest of the entrees are pretty standard. Some better than others, but that's due to preference. I haven't gone through the whole menu, but I do prefer their chicken to some of the other menu items. For their sides, I haven't seen or heard of some of them. I asked about them, and they were described p well, enough for me to not want to try congealed salad. I'm not a big fan of jello type things, but I did try the pear salad. Not for me. Absolutely not for me. I did really enjoy the collard green soup and sweet potato souffle though! They were great, esp the souffle. It was my first time having nuts in them, and I loved it so much. Everything else was alright, like I'm sure you've had or can make better mac. Overall, I'm glad to know this place because it's a good rec for the area if you're in the mood for Southern food. It's not a bad pick for vegetarians either, though they would only have appetizers and sides to pick from, but I liked them more than the entrees. There's a parking lot, and it's in a good location to see the rest of downtown Perry too.

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    Parish on Cherry

    Parish on Cherry

    3.7
    (312 reviews)
    13.1 mi
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    Stopped here on the road from Savannah to Atlanta for some authentic shrimp and grits…read more Appetizer fried green tomatoes were DELICIOUS! We've been fried green tomato'ing it across Georgia and loving them. This simple looking plate was exceptionally seasoned, perhaps the tomatoes were even marinated. There was just so much flavor! So - the shrimp and grits! These were Cajun/creole style so not traditional but very tasty! Hard to describe the sauce - maybe a bit smokey, a bit sweet. I don't know the flavors I was tasting. It wasn't punch your face flavor but a well-crafted smooth full flavored bite! The sausage in it particularly stood out! Delicious! Hubby had the shrimp Po Boy, and wow! Honestly, it was even better! Large shrimp, really well seasoned and crusted with cornmeal batter. The bread roll was the best! Soft, tasty, just made the Po Boy easy to eat, unlike most who just throw the shrimp on a chewy cut of French bread. This was truly superior! And the side of beans and rice?? Best best best evahhhh! The service was really good. Pleasant and knowledgeable staff. EXCEPT: Why were the grits served to me with grits dripping off the side of the bowl? The server even turned the dripping side towards me and placed it in front of me like that. I took a napkin and started cleaning the bowl so the grits wouldn't accidentally touch my dress, and the server just watched. Didn't offer to clean it or replace it. I was a server in another life. I know that isn't acceptable. I don't serve friends and family a plate or bowl that's dripping off the side. I don't expect that at restaurant. But, I consider it a one off. Mistakes happen. I cleaned. I ate it. And the grits were good. Atmosphere: The place was dark and sexy. Cool atmosphere. But I had to knock it several stars for the women's bathroom. In addition to it generally being basic. Not "dirt" but not clean feeling. A giant tile was missing from the ceiling directly over the toilet! Talk about feeling naked and like someone is spying on you! I couldn't wait to get out of there! It's clear that there is maintenance needed in the ceiling and that's why the tile is missing. But no good reason why they can't put a cloth cover or some kind of screen to cover the hole. It is entirely uncomfortable and unacceptable. Hopefully that issue will be fixed soon. And they will also take the time to upgrade the bathroom feeling - nice soap, luxurious paper hand towels, deep clean the floor and walls. Then the entire restaurant will be cohesive, elegant, sexy, cool.

    Bre took great care of my friend and me during our catch-up lunch. This was my first time trying…read moreParish, and it did not disappoint. Portions were a bit on the smaller side, but everything was really tasty. We started with the crab claws and Parish pickles for appetizers, then both got the salmon salad. Total was $64.80 plus tip. Loved the ambiance. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and you can even sit at the bar inside if that's your vibe. I'd definitely come back to try more from the menu!

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    Bring cash! This business charged fees for using credit cards!
    Shrimp Po Boy Red Beans and Rice
    Shrimp Po Boy Red Beans and Rice
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