I visited this place since I had some time in the area. I ordered a French 75 and they had…read morecomplimentary popcorn with different seasonings that you were able to sprinkle it with.

Loving this spot. Such a great addition to Warner Robins. We love a good cocktail and their gin…read morefizz definitely delivers on a hot day. Their mai tai isn't too sweet and we're huge fans of their mezcal old fashioned. Can't wait to work my way through their cocktail menu. Shout out to Elizabeth and Jonah for being awesome!

The Manhattan Cafe is a cozy dive bar in downtown Athens…read more It's not much to look at from the outside. If anything, it looks a little sketchy from the outside given the bars on the window, but it's not a sketchy place at all. Believe me when I say this. I stopped in on a Monday night for a nightcap. It was nice and quiet, which is exactly what I was looking for that particular evening, the following day being a travel day for me. As you can see from my pics, it's a nice little place. Drink prices were very reasonable, and the bartending was very good, too. I will happily stop in again when I return to Athens next year. Cheers!

Manhattan is a fine spot for a drink before a show in downtown Athens. We stopped for a quick drink…read moreand enjoyed some hot selections from their holiday menu on their patio- mulled wine for her and spiked ginger tea for me. We followed that up with a couple Lone Stars, a nice touch for these two Texans. A bit of a dull interior on the inside, but probably a nice spot for conversation, with a few added touches that take this spot past a normal, scuzzy dive bar.

We have wanted to try Gabys by the lake every visit to Lake Oconee but this was the first we…read moreactually had time. Located in the Ritz Carlton on the beach, Gabys offers something for everyone. The prices are higher than the rest of the Oconee area and it's super loud. Felt like a party vibe which we were not looking for at lunch time. Overall though good views, food was good and drinks kept coming. We prob won't be back but it's worth at least one try!

This past August (2026) we enjoyed a family luncheon to celebrate my sister's birthday. The staff…read moremade us feel comfortable and appreciated. The food, the service, and looking out over the beautiful lake made it perfect, and my sister had a great time, too. It will be a memorable occasion!

We got there a few minutes after they opened and got sat immediately. There were roses on the table…read morefrom Valentine's Day the night before and I loved that! We each chose a fun cocktail and they came out quickly and were delicious. The pimento cheese dip was interesting; I wouldn't get it again, but we were starving and ate it. The stars of the show were the smoked trout panini and the brisket melt. Both were so yummy! So was the Gouda cheese grits! Amazing service, great food. What more could you ask for?

We come here quite often and I can say we have never been let down. This time we came on a Saturday…read morearound 2pm so it was a little bit of an off schedule time which worked out for us. The server was on it and we never wanted for anything. We tried some of their seasonal adult beverages and even had the bartender come out and suggest some of her favorite old fashioned recipes. We had raw oyster and they were nice size and just what we were looking for. We had a pasta dish that used bow tie noodles, steak and cheese. I was surprised at how good it was. It was a perfect day out so we were able to take advantage of the outdoor patio. Again highly recommend Yahola if you have never been.

We held our 50th wedding anniversary in their combined Magnolia Room and Sand Bar space for 80…read morepeople. They were so great to work with in setting it up and so accommodating. On the day of the event, the place was set up perfectly. The food was delicious and the staff was excellent. The bar servers were especially great as they were kept very busy. Highly recommended for this type of event.

The Bistro feels like a genuine neighborhood gathering place rather than a restaurant designed only…read morefor visitors. Each time I stopped in, the atmosphere was energetic, casual, and welcoming. I felt completely comfortable dining alone. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive without constantly interrupting my meal. I was especially impressed by how involved the management was. The general manager actively worked the room, assisted the staff, and took time to speak with guests instead of remaining behind the scenes. The chicken Parmesan was excellent. The breaded chicken was crisp outside but still tender and juicy, with a savory marinara and just enough melted cheese. The pasta was cooked properly, and the accompanying garlic bread was crunchy around the edges while remaining soft inside. The generous serving provided plenty of leftovers. The strawberry basil margarita was refreshing and well balanced, with enough fruit flavor to be interesting without becoming overly sweet. For dessert, the peanut butter pie had a wonderfully smooth, creamy texture and a rich flavor that never felt excessive. The onion ring tower is also worth ordering, especially for a group. The rings are thick, crispy, well seasoned, and clearly prepared fresh. It would be far too much for most solo diners, so plan to share. Although the restaurant is not directly on the waterfront, the patio and some tables offer views of Lake Oconee. There is ample free parking, and the regular live music and special events add to the lively local atmosphere. Lake Oconee Bistro has earned a place on my list whenever I return to the area.

What a great surprise! Had no idea what to expect. Quality accommodations in a great…read morelocation...close to Grant's, Capitol ... H & H. Highly recommend!

Came here to Quill at The Woodward Hotel and loved it! It was a quiet night so it was just myself…read moreand a couple of friends. I tried the Dear God cocktail and loved it! A friend had an old fashioned and the A Certain Slant cocktail. He enjoyed both. One friend was alcohol intolerant and tried the Blanche Dubois which they enjoyed immensely. The vibe and aesthetic are cozy and elegant. Service was fast and welcoming. It took a moment to find the entrance. Though we did miss the initial sign pointing in the direction of the bar and then the bar sign hanging from the side of the building itself. The entrance is located directly to the right of Tokyo Alley. Loved the outdoor space walking up to the entrance itself. This could be amazing for warmer temperature days. Will be going back for sure!

Great service and excellent drinks!! Reservations are a must have. No food but plenty of choices…read morenearby.

This is a very cool speakeasy experience in downtown Macon. I highly recommend checking it out…read more They're a tiki themed bar located in a basement. The ambience is very fun and immersive. They specialize in rum based cocktails (and will publicly shame you if you order a vodka drink). Their menu was pretty huge and full of very interesting and fun looking drinks. The Big Willie D in particular was phenomenal and tasted like a coconutty White Russian. They also have a passport where if you try every drink on the menu you get access to their exclusive explorer's club menu. The staff added to the fun atmosphere by periodically making announcements and playing along with the crowd. You can tell that this is a very local, family owned business. A few things to note: -You MUST make a reservation and if you don't show up to that reservation you will have to pay a no-show fee. -You only get one hour in the bar per reservation. They rotate out the entire bar every hour on the hour. It's a fast paced but fun atmosphere. Defined not a sit back and relax type of cocktail lounge.

So yummy. Parking was a nightmare but the pizza was worth it. We are traveling and picked up to go…read more The inside was nice and looked like a perfect date night spot. I wouldn't have brought my kids here. The lady who grabbed my order was lovely too. Highly recommend. Parking is HARD to find. We ordered a margarita pizza, lame kids cheese pizza and salad. The salad was so fresh!!!! The margarita pizza I inhaled it was so delicious. My picky kids approved of the cheese.

Not my first time here, but it is my first review for them! This is really good pizza! (Is there…read morebad pizza?) very traditional, thin, Neopolitan style crust. Not huge, but two or three people could enjoy. (6 slices cut) I wanted to try something different so we got two and boxed the rest. Shelby greeted and seated us, and although she lacked a little knowledge on the beer menu, she made up for that with a trip to the bar to investigate our questions on sour beer, and came back with two excellent samples! We settled on a Dr. Robot and the Charcut-a-pie. I loved the toppings and balsamic drizzle. Goat cheese and arugula just go together. A little honey and I was in heaven! The crust on this one was a little well done, which disappointed but, the overall flavor was on point. Next, we sampled the Spicy Italian. I'm usually pretty good with spicy things, and while this was no exception, it did have both of us in a small sweat! If you are averse to spicy, stick with something else. This crust was also cooked and not over done. I'm not sure what McDonoughs' obsession is with vaults, but it seems to be a recurring theme around the square. You'll find vaults or at least doors that look like vaults all over. The rest of the decor inside and outside was well done. Exposed brick gives it immediate rustic charm, while black floors, raw wood art, and leather stools wrap the package nicely. I definitely like their lighting! Oversized bulbs hung around the pizza oven bar (which you can sit at if there's space) and giant hoop rings finish the rest of the space. It isn't that glaring light that spotlights your table, it's just a nice warm ambient light that makes you wanna pour a vintage red into a wine glass over and over. Oh! I almost forgot, they do have an outdoor patio up front, so on those less humid days and nights, I'll definitely be hanging out there!

It's a vibe! New Tequila bar located downtown. They open at 5pm, so we went to check them out after…read morework. Unfortunately they didn't have any happy hour specials but the drinks were good. They have an extensive selection of tequilas behind the bar. We were advised they don't really have add on flavors. So don't go expecting your basic Mexican restaurant margaritas like peach, mango, and/or strawberry, these here were definitely top tier. They only serve appetizers so you may want to grab a bite to eat beforehand if you're hungry. The service was good. It was quite early and not very crowded. The bartender stopped by our table to introduce herself and gave us a sample of one of the drinks. 9 out of 10. Definitely recommend!

We stopped in here after taking a very hot and humid walking tour of downtown Macon on a recent…read moreSaturday afternoon. It is a nice tequila lounge with the bar in a back portion of the space. It wasn't very busy when we came in so we experimented with a table right in front, but then moved to a table in the back once we discovered that the precious air conditioning was mostly flooding outside due to the open front door. Service was prompt and unobtrusive. We had a spicy margarita made with Cuervo 1800 and a tequila-based mojito. Both were well iced and tasty. While both drinks were nice as before or after dinner drinks, I would not normally drop $15 - $16 each for them. Stopping in here was more for the experience.

Great atmosphere and service. Had the pleasure of meeting the owner and had a nice chat! Smoked old…read morefashioned was delicious.

My wife and I came to The Rooftop excited to celebrate our 17th wedding anniversary. We walked in…read moreall smiles, found two open seats at the bar, and sat down. Unfortunately, that excitement disappeared pretty quickly. We waited approximately 10 minutes without being acknowledged. A woman standing behind us who had arrived after we did was approached by the bartender and had her order taken first. I'm not going to speculate about the reason, but sitting there and watching it happen certainly didn't make us feel welcome. At that point I decided not to order anything because I already had doubts about staying. My wife ordered a glass of white wine that was supposed to be a 6 oz pour. When it arrived, we both questioned the amount. I even noticed other glasses of wine at a nearby table that appeared to have considerably larger pours. I've included a photo so people can judge for themselves. We weren't looking for special treatment because it was our anniversary. We simply expected the same basic level of acknowledgement and service as everyone else. It's unfortunate because we came in genuinely excited to try a local place and celebrate together. The atmosphere has potential, but our first impression of the service made us feel like we'd be better off spending our anniversary somewhere else.