We live close by and love that there is a place to go for amazing food and atmosphere!read more

This bbq place with outdoor screened seating smells amazing from the street and serves as a great…read moreadvertisement. Service was prompt, although they were out of a list of items, whole chicken, half chicken, green beans, and more. The chopped pork platter was moist and delicious. The sauce is normal but I am partial to Williamson Bros, a sweeter sauce. Cole slaw was good, with the right ratio of seasoning, sweetness, and vinegar. I was not a fan of the yams themselves - tasted canned - although the sauce was good. There was just too much sauce and not enough yams. My husband enjoyed the smoked sausages, which appeared to be homemade. Baked beans were okay.

We hosted a client event at Tacos N Beer in Monroe this evening, and it was such a great experience…read morefrom start to finish. AJ was incredible to work with. He was quick to call us back when we were initially searching for a location and stayed just as responsive and helpful throughout the entire planning process. He answered all of our questions, helped us customize the event exactly how we wanted, and made everything feel easy. They gave us plenty of time to set up beforehand, which made a huge difference, and the space itself was perfect for hosting. Our clients loved the atmosphere, and the food was absolutely delicious. I really can't say enough about AJ's attentiveness and communication. It truly stood out. I highly recommend them for anyone looking to host an event or just enjoy a great meal!

The food was SPECTACULAR!!! I would so recommend coming if you ate in Monroe! Our service was…read moreexcellent. Our waiter's name was Andrés. He told me his opinion on what we ordered, and wouldn't you know, it was great! The ambience of the restaurant was very nice. It would be great for date nights, Sunday brunch, or anything else. It is great! We also got entrees but forgot the photos!

Every time we visit my cousin in Social Circle, Georgia, one stop is practically guaranteed: Hot…read moreRod's Diner. We've eaten here enough times that it feels less like a restaurant visit and more like part of the tradition. Tonight I ordered the Blue Plate Special with hamburger steak smothered in grilled onions, collard greens, green beans, cornbread, and a big bowl of Brunswick stew. My unsweet tea stayed filled thanks to Rhonda, who was serving tables while also managing the restaurant. We learned that Hot Rod's started the evening with three servers scheduled. Business was slow, so one server was sent home. Naturally, that's when things picked up. Even so, Rhonda and the remaining server kept everything moving smoothly, and we never felt neglected during our visit. The Brunswick stew was excellent and gave us an unexpected opportunity for comparison. Earlier in the day we had Brunswick stew at Fresh Air Bar-B-Que. Hot Rod's version was chunkier, with larger pieces of meat, more noticeable vegetables, and a slight kick of spice. The Fresh Air version was smoother and more finely blended. Both were excellent, but they were definitely different styles. The hamburger steak was flavorful, the green beans and collard greens tasted like proper Southern vegetables, and when the Texas Pete hit the table there was only one thing to say: "My man, Texas Pete goes on the collards." Then came the surprise ending. We learned that peach cobbler was half price today. Unfortunately, they were out. Or so we thought. A fresh cobbler was still in the oven. For the next several minutes, the suspense reached maximum peach. Finally, the cobbler emerged from the kitchen and was served à la mode. The French gave it a classy name. The South perfected the application. Warm peaches, a buttery cobbler topping, and a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream that immediately melted with a purpose made for the perfect ending to the meal. It was absolutely worth the wait. Hot Rod's continues to be one of our favorite stops in Social Circle, and after another great meal, I have no doubt we'll be back again the next time we're in town. Hot Rod's Diner 294 N Cherokee Rd Social Circle, GA 30025

202505231326 Tucked…read moreaway from the main road is this little blast from the past diner. It has the 50's diner look with chairs, booths, bar stools & cornucopia of old time paraphernalia scattered, smothered & covered across the walls & tables. Much of the accouterments are entertaining to read. Golden fries, delicious patty melts & "Hunker Down Dawg"s, burgers & more. Clean bathrooms & friendly hometown service where everybody knows your name (if you're a local). A health score of 89 keeps it from getting a 5 star rating. It's also veteran owned & supporters of police. Check it out in Social Circle. Don't forget yummy homemade desserts.

The fried chicken and fried pork chops are excellent. The meatloaf has 40% meat 60% filler it is…read moreawful. The pot roast is floating in grease no gravy whatsoever it was awful. The collard greens are great.

We loved breakfast and all of the staff were helpful and couldn't be friendlier…read more. and yes we already returned for take our food.

First Timer here.. We stopped at Classic City on a Wednesday around 4:00 coming back from Lake…read moreOconee. We pulled into the large parking lot and it looked like we were the only car there. The place is a good size. A lot of tables, a big bar, and a small platform for live music. They have arcade games in the back, maybe for the kids. We ordered a Greek chicken wrap with fries, a southern salad and hot buffalo wings. Our service was great. The wings were awesome! We would definitely go back for wings. Good sized wings, covered in hot sauce, Super crispy. Good ranch too. Thanks Maddie and Sam for the good service.

My wife and I met a friend here for lunch. We were seated quickly and had our drinks. I ordered the…read moreCobb salad with chicken fingers, my wife the fried catfish, and our friend the vegetable plate. My salad was loaded with cheese, veggies, egg, and chicken on shredded lettuce. The ranch and honey mustard were good dressings. My wife liked her catfish filets but thought the Cole slaw tasted funny and the limas were so-so. The vegetable platter was not a favorite either. Our server was good and kept our glasses filled. The fried chicken looked good on other diners plates.

Great Brunswick stew and Bbq Chicken . It'…read more....... Easy to order online and pick up

The food is always very good, BUTT the service leaves a lot to be desired. I have had issues…read moregetting through via the phone numerous times even when I have been sitting out in their parking lot and they are not busy. The ladies that work there are rarely communicative and there is never a greeting by anyone. I ordered food earlier this week and they forgot to put in a side item. I called them to let them know and the lady was genuinely apologetic. I asked if they could make a concession on my next order and she took my name and said she would have a manager call me. Never received a call which was service issue number two. So I placed an order today and proposed that they give a pint of Brunswick stew for free. When I arrived, again no greeting and the lady looked dead at me for several seconds. Maybe I don't fit the expected demographic to be served. A gentleman came out handed me my order and and said we replaced your okra from last time. I asked if they would make a concession and he said they couldn't. I don't buy that for a moment and won't be buying my favorite bbq here anymore due to the series of unprofessional mishaps and the lack of value as a customer. I also support the Boston butt drive they do every year with one of the local agencies here in town, BUTT that will no longer be the case. I'll miss you Butt Hutt.

Blind Pig Tavern is exactly what our family needed after a long day of traveling from Southern…read moreCalifornia. Athens is the first stop of an SEC college tour for my high school girls and after getting screwed by Avis giving us a lame-ass minivan rather than the Jeep that I reserved and our hotel being below Hilton standards (despite being a Hilton), a good, enjoyable dinner is what we were looking for. Compounding this issue was the fact that it was Valentine's Day on a Saturday night; for the record, VD is the absolute worst day in the world for guys. Most restaurants had waits of 45+ minutes and our appetites simply weren't in a position to cooperate with such a delay. We stumbled across Blind Pig Tavern and we immediately felt welcome. The staff was great, my spicy margaritas hit the spot and our food was A+. I went with the blackened fish sandwich and it had great flavor and it wasn't heavy. My girls enjoyed their salads and the nacho appetizer was devoured in five minutes flat. The best experience of our evening at Blind Pig Tavern was Mattie, our server. Not only was she friendly and engaging, but she has earned the title of the "Best Athens, Georgia Ambassador... Ever!" Her knowledge about the town she's grown up in and advocacy for attractions on and off the UGA campus was more than appreciated. Her livelihood and pride of her hometown and customer engagement has easily earned her this official/unofficial title! Please check out Blind Pig Tavern for some great eats and, if you're lucky, you may have Mattie as your server. And if you're from out of town, she'll immediately make you feel right at home.

Nice sports pub with good food and casual ambience…read more Food: The food is very good for this type of restaurant -casual not fancy. Met friends for lunch. Tried several types of burgers and sandwiches. Burgers were done as requested/ sides were good. Onion rings are fried-not the frozen and baked kind like some places. Slaw is good and fresh. But friend said the black beans were good-not overcooked and mushy. The fries were crisp. The sandwiches were on toasted bread and were tasty. Service: Servers were pleasant and helpful. Facility: Old but well maintained. Location: Conveniently located in a large strip mall with lots of parking. Other restaurants , grocery stores, etc nearby.

The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered last minute just befofe closing, and all of the food…read morewas fresh. They even loaded us up with extras, which we were happy to have. The employees were friendly and noone seemed to mind that they were having to work a few minutes later than their shift. This place is very small with a small dimig room area, so probably not ideal for large parties to dine in, but take out or catering would be a great idea for events or large parties. I will definitely eat here again...soon!

Absolutely amazing BBQ! The staff is very friendly! I love supporting local businesses!read more