Lion of Judah Ethiopian Restaurant is truly a gem in this small town. The food is absolutely…read moreincredible: rich, flavorful, comforting, and clearly made with care. Every dish we tried was delicious, and it's easily some of the best Ethiopian food I've had. That said, be prepared to take your time. The ordering and food preparation process is very slow, and during our visit the "servers" were literal children. We ended up spending close to two hours there, with most of that time waiting for the food to come out. If you're in a rush, this probably isn't the spot. But if you're willing to slow down and enjoy a relaxed, unhurried meal, the quality of the food makes the wait worthwhile. I'd absolutely come back, just with patience and no tight schedule.

Absolutely incredible from start to finish. I ordered the watermelon fries, the Little Taste with…read morebeef tibs, and selected the chef's choice for my six sides -- which included a fresh salad, chickpeas, yellow lentils, yellow rice, greens, and a veggie medley. I also added the cheesecake sambusa. Everything was outstanding. The watermelon fries were such a refreshing start. The beef tibs were deeply flavorful and tender. Each of the sides had such great flavor profiles! I first tried Ethiopian food about 12 years ago at a place in Portland, Oregon, and I've been wanting it again ever since. When I saw this restaurant open here in Valdosta, I was genuinely excited to finally have it again -- and now I wish I had gone sooner because I've clearly been missing out. Even as a pickup order, the service stood out the staff was personable and inviting. Everything was carefully packed, warm, and clearly made with care. And the cheesecake sambusa? Unreal, the perfect way to finish the meal. I can't wait to go back and make this a regular spot for my family and me.

What a cool place in Downtown Valdosta. I have only driven past this city from I75, for about the…read morelast 35+ years headed north towards ATL. Today for the first time i was coming from the coast headed straight west towards Thomasville. I am glad i looked up when i hit that intersection today. I saw the sign on the sidewalk and in the window that said "Falafel" and Mediterranean. Those are keys words for me to go check this place out, if i have the time. Today i did. Corner location in a downtown setting is unique enough. Parked in a parallel parking spot easy enough and walked right in. There's a long sit up diner-style bar, which i love. Theres also tables and maybe booths as well. Nothing fancy and has a diner type feel throughout the whole place. They have beer and wine i saw and i am not sure about alcohol. I was still driving thru so i didn't pay attention. The menu however is very Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Mediterranean, Greek etc. Food was over the top fresh. They took their time preparing my dish as there were only a few people there because of the odd time of like 3-4pm and it still took a little but to get my food. A good sign in my book. I loved everything and I ate everything. The Vegetarian Plate had falafel, grape leaves, feta salad, grilled pitas, olives, rice, and I substituted tabbouleh. If i lived in Valdosta I would come here once a week. Prices are a little high but everything is these days and they do give you alot. I had enough food to split it but i ate all of it. I will consider going out of my way next time thru. Huge DollaBill Recommendation for this place.

Ordered a chicken shawarma with a tiramisu. The sauce was EXTREMELY too salty. Could not eat it…read more The tiramisu, had whip cream and strawberry syrup on top?! As an Hispanic/Italian, that is insulting and wrong. The shawarma, I have had and I have enjoyed. The manager seemed to think I wanted a refund, nope, or delivery, nope. I just wanted to tell them that the sauce was too salty that I can't eat it, and instead goes on to tell me that no one has complained and she made it herself. I responded "first time for everything ".

I really enjoyed my experience here. The service was wonderful. The food was also fantastic. The…read moreprices were incredibly fair and I thought it had a cool vibe. I was able to sit outside and take a phone call and they were incredibly accommodating.

Delicious and affordable! Everything we ordered was cooked to perfection including the filets…read more Their drinks are also amazing, especially their martini's! Make a reservation and stop in as soon as you can

We ate at Fancy Girl Farms for the first time this past Wednesday and were not disappointed! Pork…read moreChops were absolutely fantastic. Vegetables were delicious. We had fried okra, field peas, cream corn, cooked cabbage, baby limas! Their cornbread was perfect. We will stop back by on our way home next week. Atmosphere, service and cleanliness all get highest marks. Loved the little store with live plants, fresh vegetables, boiled peanuts, etc that was door. You can also buy pre-shelled peas ready for freezing We loved Fancy Girl Farms!r

Very adorable southern style restaurant. I had the Chicken Pot Pie and Dave had the Chicken Wrap…read moreand Macaroni and Cheese. Very fast service and extra friendly staff. Unfortunately we didn't have time to enjoy the beautiful gardens, gift shop and fruit shop. We recommend it highly!

The evening was absolute perfection. I was surprised with the employees that were actually happy to…read morebe there. That is hard to find these days. I have to give some shout outs to the staff that took great care of myself and others. First off, Miss Jimekia helped us immediately and continued service with a great smile while also delivering kindness. Then there was Miss Hollie asking if anyone needed anything, while asking in the most sincere and polite way possible. Which again, I must say is something you rarely see in establishments these day. Last but not least, Miss Meia. Oh my goodness, she went above and beyond to help all customers while keeping that beautiful smile the whole time. I have been in the Hospitality industry for a very long time and is very hard to keep that smile and be nice but she did. Two thumbs up or five stars all the way around

I can't say enough great things about Big Nick's! Our softball team from the Tampa area stopped in…read morewith a group of 25 parents and players, and they absolutely exceeded our expectations. From my first phone call with Mia to the moment we walked out the door, the service was exceptional. Managing a large group of hungry, hot, and thirsty athletes and parents isn't easy, but Mia handled it effortlessly. She stayed on top of everything with a smile and made sure no one was waiting for food, drinks, or anything else. She truly made our experience memorable. The food was just as impressive! I ordered the pork nachos, and they were incredible. My husband loved the ribs and mac & cheese. Around the table, the wings and grits were also huge favorites--but honestly, everyone raved about their meals. Not a single complaint from anyone in our group! The restaurant itself was spacious without being overly loud, making it easy for our large group to enjoy our meal together. Even the restrooms were spotless, and the sparkly countertops were such a fun touch. If you're traveling with a large group, definitely call ahead--and if you can, ask for Mia. She went above and beyond, and I can confidently say you won't be disappointed. We can't wait to come back!

NO SUCH PLACE CLOSED Wasted 20 minutes or more looking for it and it was not open or viableread more

The food is excellent!!!! The customer service is excellent. The staff is so friendly and polite…read more The Chef is on point. the trick off wings are addictive. Keep up the great work. I would encourage people to visit once and you will come back. Chef George and Chef Lil Face.

Give me more Georgia Peaches- made with rum, peach schnapps and peaches this was SO GOOD and…read moreblended to perfection. The complimentary bread was also so soft and pillowy with this delectable butter that was yum. Our server was also funny and great. This off the highway building had an extensive menu and short wait times. Exactly what you'd expect for a country restaurant on the inside and the food was amazing.

The restaurant is a mixed bag. The building is large and can get very loud, and there is taxidermy…read moreon the walls, so keep that in mind. It's very family friendly, but a little pricey for the quality. The calamari was dry and overcooked, and the sweet potato fries were just OK. The ribeye cheesesteak however, was surprisingly good. We asked for the calamari to come out with the sandwich, but it arrived much earlier. By the time the sandwich was served the calamari was long gone even though we had explained it intended to be the meal for hubby since he wasn't very hungry. Overall, there were some positives but the food was definitely inconsistent. While it is clearly a popular spot, our experience doesn't make us eager to return. If we're ever passing through again, we're not sure we would give it another try, though it's possible other menu items are much better.

Wow, this was a true 5 star experience. Would recommend to anyone stopping in Valdosta! The spicy…read morestracciatella was the best flatbread I've ever had, hands down. So much flavor and packed with toppings!! The server/bartender seemed knowledgable about wines and was able to guide us in selecting. We also got the tuna tataki and the fish was fresh and delicious! The brown butter chocolate chip cookies were freshly baked upon ordering and they were baked to PERFECTION. Truly no notes. It was super quiet when we went around 6pm on a Saturday evening. It was so intimate I felt like we had to talk so quietly!!! Couldn't have been a better experience overall. Also love the decor!

Excellent wine and food. We stopped in for a rest stop on a road trip and it was an excellent…read morechoice. Very welcoming place with delicious wine (we had a flight and every one was excellent). Excellent small dishes- the meatballs were a shining star. The owner was so nice and helpful. Loved the ambiance - soft lighting and jazz playing. Loved it!!