Chick-fil-A

Great food and great service!! Don't let the small interior…read morekeep you away from enjoying some truly delicious meals! It is one of my favorite spots in Buford!

We came in on a Friday night with some friends. There was a wait and the place was super busy. The…read moredining area is very casual and can get louder. There are actually two different large rooms with tables. The menu has a great variety and the portion sizes were large. I had shrimp and grits. The shrimp were small but the grits were delicious. I enjoyed it but would try something else next time. My husband had the meatloaf and loved it. We all ordered different desserts. Order them early if you want a specific one because they definitely run out. There are pies and cakes. I had a very decadent piece of chocolate cake and got it to go. It was very rich and tasty. There is also an area where you can get meals and cakes and pies to take home.

Potato soup and a slice of homemade bread

Coconut cream pie with mile high meringue

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Death by chocolate cake.

J Peters Grill & Bar

3.3(182 reviews)

0.1 mi

My husband and I really enjoyed our dinner at this restaurant. I had the prime rib with mashed…read morepotatoes. He had a rack of ribs. Both were delicious. Very tasty and you could tell they used fresh ingredients. I also had the pineapple upside down cake martini, which was absolutely delicious. The bartender was super friendly and we would definitely visit there again. Beautiful bar area with nice friendly vibe.

This used to be my favorite restaurant in the south. I couldn't wait to go to this restaurant to…read moreget the very best tasting prime rib ever. THEY DISCONTINUED PRIME RIB in most of their locations. Within the past couple of years, J. Peters franchise opened several locations in the Myrtle Beach area where they do still serve prime rib. Why discontinue it here in Lavonia, Mauldin SC, Anderson SC etc... Now this is just another so-so restaurant whose menu is not worth going to. I'm very disappointed and hope they get close to closing down over this decision and go back to serving what the people want!

Pineapple upside down cake martini

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Ribs

Southern Appalachian Smokehouse

4.3(83 reviews)

0.7 mi

Sandwich between a subway and a Taco Bell is an amazing surprise of some of the best barbecue…read moreinsides made with fresh ingredients you'll find in the south. The smoked trout with crisp skin was it delight as was the side salad with homemade cornbread, croutons, and lettuce that had to be picked that day. The brisket was simple, nothing was over sauced. It was perfect, perfectly dry rubbed and smoked. You're wondering about the service? Don't. The hometown personalized attention from every server walking by insured you've everything you need. Nice selection of libations as well. The place is clean, culinarily, creative, and cute,

Fantastic food! We smelled that wonderful smoky flavor when we walked in the door. Everything we…read moretried was wonderful. Brisket, shredded pork, mac & cheese, even the drinks. The fried jalapeños were a nice surprise. The service was quick and the owner was so friendly! What a wonderful find along our long drive from NJ to FL. We'll be back Ps. I'd add pictures of the food, but it's all gone.

Interior

Smoked trout with crème fraîche, pickled crisp, chunky relish, and fresh pico... Everything's fresh!

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Exterior

Circa 1918

4.7(30 reviews)

1.3 mi

The food was absolutely PHENOMENAL. I am truly blown away at how good every single thing was. The…read moreservice was incredible, great recommendations and so friendly and the cutest ambiance. Seriously cannot recommend this place enough!!!

We stopped here on our way back home to NC for brunch, and thank goodness we did! The ambiance is…read moreincredible, very beautiful restaurant and great vibes. Our server and whole staff were so friendly, they made this experience wonderful. And of course, 1000 compliments to the chef. We got the gumbo, avocado chicken club, shrimp and grits, the mac and cheese and lima bean maque choux for sides, and the strawberry pecan cheesecake for dessert. Everything was so delicious. Would love to come back for their dinner service and to check out their speakeasy too! Couldn't recommend this place enough!!

Bar pictures

Sirloin (best I've ever had!)

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Speakeasy

LongHorn Steakhouse

2.9(37 reviews)

0.7 mi

We have had two visits to this location within a week. The bartender is great…read more Shrimp were greasy and veiny and filled a hole maybe if that's what we're out to do. Broccoli was excellent. I didn't like the flavor of the chicken Parmesan. One steak was cold and we returned it and got a second one that was 10 times better. Lobster was adequate. For one salad, they used dark green lettuce which had a more bitter taste (cost saving?) I prefer my lettuce a lighter green. The temperature of the restaurant has consistently been colder than I prefer, which also cools down the food quicker. Longhorn is based in the Atlanta area and I've noticed restaurants are better when they're closer to their headquarters which played into our decision making when we chose it. However, overall, reality did not meet expectations.

I've long appreciated this chain for what it offers: a reliable, satisfying dining experience at a…read moreprice point that respects the everyday guest. While the steaks may not rival the finest cuts found at premier steakhouses, they are consistently prepared and deliver solid value. The service follows suit--rarely exceptional, but generally friendly and dependable, provided the staff isn't stretched thin. It's a place that succeeds by knowing exactly what it is and delivering it with steady confidence.

Not trying it would be a crime! Our Outlaw Ribeye is bone-in, well-marbled, fire-grilled, juicy, and delicious.

LongHorn’s New York Strip is fire-grilled to enhance its distinctive flavor, this thick cut is a steakhouse classic.

LongHorn Steakhouse - Got the biggest steak in the game wearing our name! The LongHorn porterhouse combines a bone-in strip and tender filet in one thick cut.

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Got the biggest steak in the game wearing our name! The LongHorn porterhouse combines a bone-in strip and tender filet in one thick cut.

Bella Bella Mozzarella

3.6(35 reviews)

Stopped into the restaurant tonight - first time in - I had the meat Calzone - my wife had a…read moreHawaiian Calzone - we both enjoyed the meal. Service was quick and easy - clean and a quiet setting- great place to eat- highly recommended.

Cannelloni, lasagna, or baked chicken pasta... you can't go wrong. Friendly service and great food…read moreat very reasonable prices!!

Hawaiian Calzone

Reenactment of how hungry we were before visit.

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Our menu

Gumlog Brewing Company

4.5(19 reviews)

Great beer selection and outstanding brews crafted by the owner…read more The food selections pair great with cold beer and never disappoint. Highly recommended!

Good service, friendly patrons, funky decorations and smack in the middle of Downtown Lavonia. The…read morebeer was made in its style and tasted fresh. We did not eat but would comeback

The owner behind the bar

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Zaxbys

2.1(40 reviews)

0.1 mi

Got a pickup order and it was ready in 8 minutes staff was friendly and the food and beverage were…read moregood

Everyone was friendly but we waited 28 minutes to get our eat in order. Everyone around us was…read morecomplaining about the wait. It was regularly taking at least 20 mins to get orders out and it was very frustrating.

Order counter

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HONEY BEE CAFE

4.9(7 reviews)

My sister and I met in Lavonia to share ride up to Charlotte. She chose this spot for lunch and we…read moreare so glad that she did! My GPS took us to the wrong location at first (why does that happen?) but we made it to the right spot about 2 minutes later. We loved the outside appearance of the place. I would have liked to have had more time to look around, but we just had enough time for lunch. The shop had so many cute things to browse through. Maybe next time. The owner happened to greet us as we walked in so we received excellent service from all the employees. The menu isn't extensive, but so many things tasted delicious that it was hard to decide what we wanted to eat. We both decided to do the half soup/half sandwich route. My sister had the soup special that included spinach, sausage, and gnocchi (?) while I had the potato soup. The weather wasn't really cold, but it's starting to feel like fall so what's better than soup! The soup arrived hot and both were tasty. My sister went with "The Jerry", a pimento cheese on toast which she said was delicious. I had the "The Bacon Jammer" because I love bacon, carmelized onions, and bacon jam. It was OUTSTANDING. I will be dreaming about it for a while. We did not have dessert, but our service was fabulous and we both want to go back. Don't miss out on this local gem!

We actually went on a day when they were closed but the owner is so sweet that she made us…read moresandwiches with what she had on hand. The best chicken salad I have ever had!! My husbands but was so good too. Some day we will make it in side to try other stuff! Lol. This place is a must try, a treasure for this town.

Grain bowl so so good

Potato salad really good

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Krispy Krunchy Chicken

5.0(4 reviews)

2.3 mi

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Was following my GPS from Richard Russell park to Lawrenceville when I stopped in in search of a…read morecold beer. Saw the big signs outside for "Krunchy chicken" and, not having lunch yet, checked it out. Asked the lady for a breast and an order of potato wedges, while I checked on the beer. No luck on the beer. Being in deep, rural, Georgia, probably the whole county was dry. Anyway paid only 6 bucks for a very large breast, and a big, fist-full of wedges, and was on my way. The chicken was tender and moist inside, and crispy-crunchy on the outside. Excellent! The potato wedges were also hot and lightly crispy , and seasoned perfectly. Couldn't stop eating them on the ride home. Highly recommend to all!

Don't let this place fool you by being inside a gas station. This is really good food. Fried…read morechicken, catfish potato wedges! There breakfast is amazing! The breakfast is my favorite and is the best in lavonia! The breakfast is cheap also. I can get a sausage patty an order of bacon and 2 eggs for $3.50! They have fried chicken every morning during breakfast!! Stop by and get something to eat and you won't be disappointed.