I saw this place as we were in our way to our worksite. The name caught my eye and it was all I…read morecould think about. We went here for lunch. It's a small place sort of looked like it could have been a fast food restaurant. There was plenty of seating. You could order from the menu or from the hot table (not sure what else to call it). There were two ladies working up front and it took a long time to order. I had the fried chicken with mashed potatoes, green beans, a cornbread muffin and a tea (half sweet/half unsweetened). My colleague had meatloaf, Mac and cheese, green beans, and a biscuit. We each ordered peach cobbler. They serve a lot of food! My colleague said she was going to take some for dinner. Well. . . she ate everything. It must have been really good. I haven't had good fried chicken in a long time and it was delicious. I ate all the green beans and the cornbread. I took the chicken to eat later. The mashed potatoes started out tasting good but then I started to notice an after taste that I didn't like. I didn't eat them. My colleague could not eat the cobbler. I'm not sure what was wrong with it but she tasted it and said she couldn't eat it. I unfortunately never got to eat mine. It sat in the fridge in the hotel and I ended up tossing it before I left. I was a little disappointed. I really was expecting some grits and maybe some greens (not green beans).

My bestie and I stopped here on our way to a service, and we are SO glad that we did. I got grits,…read morecheese eggs and a fried pork chop, bestie got grits, eggs and sausage patties. We didn't need to add anything to our food and it was perfect. Those were some of the best grits I've ever had in my LIFE. I will make a special trip out of the way for good food, and this is a spot that I'd come to every week if I lived closer. The cooks' hands are blessed, because the way I INHALED that food should be a crime in itself. The decor was cute and festive for the occasion, but all I could concentrate on was that FOOD.

Sometimes you just have to do a thing…read more For years my bride has been talking about making the pilgrimage to the Whistle Stop Cafe. Not months. Not weeks. Years. And after enough years pass, a man learns there are only two choices: take the trip or hear about the trip that never happened until the end of time. So we did a thing. The cafe sat there like it had been waiting on us since 1957. The kind of place that reminds you of all those little Southern towns that somehow survive despite progress doing its level best to pave over every memory worth keeping. Inside, the food was everything we'd hoped for and then some. The Bennett Bar-B-Que was worthy of its reputation, the fried green tomatoes were exactly what fried green tomatoes ought to be, and the peach cobbler should probably require a note from your doctor before ordering. The vegetables were cooked to perfection, which is something my grandmother never imagined would be written in a sentence about Southern cooking, but here we are. The wait staff were genuine, quick with a smile, and blessed with that rare Southern talent of making you feel like a regular customer even when they know full well they've never seen you before in their lives. The atmosphere smelled of coffee, history, laughter, and a thousand conversations that probably started with, "Y'all ain't gonna believe what happened..." Naturally, after lunch we had to walk around town. Partly because that's what you're supposed to do in a place like that, and partly because the peach cobbler had shifted our center of gravity. We wandered the streets, admired the old buildings, and soaked in the kind of small-town Southern charm that doesn't come from a committee meeting or a tourism brochure. It comes from years of people living their lives in the same place and caring enough not to ruin it. Sometimes life doesn't require a grand adventure. Sometimes all it takes is listening to your wife, driving down a country road, eating too much cobbler, and spending an afternoon in a town that reminds you where you came from. And that's a pretty good day.

Whistle Stop Café…read more Today we visited the iconic Whistle Stop Café in Juliette, Georgia, the town made famous by the movie Fried Green Tomatoes. The drive from Social Circle takes less than an hour, but once you arrive it feels like you've stepped into another era. Juliette is a tiny town with only a handful of buildings, many of them antique stores, gift shops, and historic structures. The railroad still runs directly through town, and trains remain very much a part of daily life. The café opens at 11:00 a.m., and it was immediately obvious that this is a popular destination. We signed the waiting list at 11:47 a.m. and were seated around 1:30 p.m. Even more impressive, when we left around 3:00 p.m., there were still approximately a dozen groups waiting for tables. Considering the restaurant is only open Thursday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., that says a lot about its popularity. Fortunately, waiting in Juliette is part of the experience. During the wait, we explored the town, visited the shops, and watched four trains roll through on the tracks beside the restaurant. Around here, wait times can almost be measured in trains instead of minutes. Juliette itself is worth exploring. The old mill building still stands beside the railroad tracks and serves as a reminder of the town's history. There are antique stores, souvenir shops, movie memorabilia, the Juliette Opry stage, a small courthouse building, and even a decorative outhouse humorously labeled "Juliette Police Department." One old pickup truck parked in town featured a skeleton behind the wheel, creating one of the more memorable photo opportunities of the day. Inside, the Whistle Stop Café feels exactly like the kind of place you hope to find in a town like this. Historic photographs, vintage signs, railroad memorabilia, and Fried Green Tomatoes movie memorabilia cover the walls. Nothing feels manufactured or staged. It feels authentic, comfortable, and connected to the history of both the town and the film. Our server, Chris, was friendly, attentive, and welcoming despite the busy dining room. One of the more interesting details involved the booth where we were seated. According to the story shared at the restaurant, the booth is associated with one of the memorable scenes from Fried Green Tomatoes, including the famous barbecue discussion and the line, "That's the best barbecue I ever had." For lunch, I ordered the blackened catfish special. Alongside it were collard greens, cornbread, and one of the most unusual side dishes I've encountered in quite some time: Brussels sprouts prepared with cinnamon and brown sugar. It may sound unusual, but the sweet and savory combination worked surprisingly well and made the Brussels sprouts one of the most memorable parts of the meal. The homemade lemonade fit perfectly with the Southern atmosphere of the restaurant. The café had temporarily run out and was making a fresh batch while we were there. We also learned that the popular seven-layer lemon cake had already sold out for the day, which wasn't surprising considering the crowds. What makes Whistle Stop Café special is that the experience extends far beyond the food. The active railroad, the historic buildings, the movie connections, the quirky attractions, and the welcoming atmosphere all combine to create something unique. This is not simply a restaurant. It is a destination. Between the trains, the historic town, the movie memorabilia, the old mill, the skeleton in the truck, the packed dining room, and the Southern atmosphere, we ended up spending much of the afternoon exploring Juliette rather than simply stopping for lunch. The food was good, the service was friendly, and the setting was unlike anywhere else we've visited. Sometimes a restaurant review is mostly about the meal. In this case, it was just as much about the experience. And if you're wondering about the wait time, the answer is simple: Four trains. Whistle Stop Café 443 McCrackin Street Juliette, GA 31046

This was a great restaurant. We were in Forsyth Hampton inn & took the recommendation from Steve at…read morethe desk. Everyone was friendly and it seemed like all the servers & the hostess worked together.regardless of table assignment. The ambiance was a restored textile location from years ago. We went there not very hungry but looking at the menu and what others were having, we ate more. The two soups were very well done. The fritters with the tomato soup were very good. My husband said the wedge salad could have been a little larger however, the dressing was very tasty. I had the shrimp pomadora. Again, a well done main dish. We would definitely recommend this location. Do make a reservation, or get the wait list as we went on a Thursday and it was very crowded.

Amazing food. Great ambiance. The special was delicious. Stopped by on our way to Florida.read more

I am a consumer that takes pride in supporting local businesses, from auto repair to restaurants…read more Unfortunately , some of them aren't worth the time or the money. The Taste of Heaven just happens to be one. I recently spent nearly $70 on 2 chitterling dinners ( don't judge) but what I got was 2 rice dinners with just a coating of chitterlings on top. After waiting over 20 minutes, being only customer when I arrived , I was told that there wasn't enough chitterlings to fill both my orders and offered me oxtails on the platter with the least. Tired of waiting I agreed. When I tasted the chitterlings and the oxtails it was obvious that they had been thawed a couple of time. They were so over seasoned and spicy hot that it was closer to a taste of hell! On a positive note, the place was very clean with the strong scent of Pine Sol in the air, and the lady who took my order was very nice. But, I was so disappointed in the food, I couldn't rate them more than a 2. WE HAVE TO DO BETTER !

This place is better than home cooking.. the service was impeccable as well.. I'll definitely be…read morecoming back every time. I'm in town!!

This gluten free restaurant is a gem! One member of my household is allergic to gluten. A family of…read more4 cost $154.00 with 2 deserts and 1 appetizer. However gluten free food is costly to prepare so it is priced fairly. The food was FANTASTIC! Better than most non gluten free food. My daughter was in heaven being able to eat everything. My husband ordered the burger and did not like the gf bun. But that is to be expected it was pre made and they are never good. Everything else was just perfect. We highly recommend this restaurant especially if you are gluten free!

MY Shrimp N' Grits @ was so doggone good !!! The cream cheese yellow grits were topped with 11…read moreshrimp ... Smoke sausage, bacon, wilted spinach & tomatoes with a creole sauce .. Our waitress was attentive with my " Sweet Tea" & the ambiance was coZy & intimate.

Good food. Good atmosphere. Good staff. Hailey was very attentive to our staff setting five.read more

The food and service was terrible. The food we ordered was good and had a weird taste…read more GOD BLESS THE HOMELESS VETS.

Couldn't stop in Covington without stopping at THE mystic grill. Stopped in during lunch time after…read moreour Vampire stalkers tour, no wait and quickly sat. Our waitress was lovely, I had heard about the souvenir glasses you could buy so I got a shot glass with the Damon pancake shot and the vampire Barbie drink. They had a few options for the big souvenir glass - I chose the "it's okay to love them both, I did" Katherine glass. For the meal we tried the fried chicken sandwich and the sweet tea fried chicken. Everything was so good, my favorite meal in Covington! I wish we had room for dessert because everything sounded good. We checked out upstairs and saw the hallway with all the signed menus- so cool!! Also be sure to keep your receipt to get 10% off of purchases down stairs at the alley gift shop.

We haven't been to the Mystic Grill in forever but oh it was so cozy for the holidays! We love…read morecoming here when in Covington Square as it holds so much nostalgia. We sat on the roof which was nice and quiet. The service was quick and the waitress was super nice. The first time the food came out it was cold, but she was super quick to get it warm for us. We got the blackened shrimp Alfredo and it was pretty flavorful, I would totally get again! The fries were also delicious. We did get two drinks and they were just alright. Would not recommend their cocktails. Overall Mystic Grill holds a special place in our hearts and we love visiting during the holidays!

As always, Lake Oconee Bistro did not disappoint! Marlus is a great and attentive waiter who made…read moreexcellent gluten free option suggestions not marked on the menu. The Lavender Blueberrty Moscow Mule is phenomenal! And so was the Spinach Goat Cheese pizza on cauliflower crust. We also wholeheartedly enjoyed the awesome Steakhouse burger and Truffle Fries. The atmosphere here is very chill and relaxed with people from all walks of life - after pickleball, signing contracts, or enjoying sports and the bar.

Good food, nice people Like the screened area, with tvs…read more Freshly made menu items Great brunch