Fincher&#x27;s Barbecue

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The food was excellent our server Trinity was most excellent with her service. Scotty D and Sammy Bread more

A very upscale, classy restaurant in the heart of downtown Macon. Don't be fooled by the bar when…read moreyou walk in, dovetail is tucked upstairs and is much quieter and more sophisticated. You need reservations to dine here. There was complimentary bread and peach jam. They have a rotating selection of daily specials, cheeses, and change their menu frequently. I also appreciate the "small plates" section for when you're not that hungry. The cheese board appetizer was a surprising favorite. It had items sourced from local farms. Our waiter was very accommodating and did a good job with recommendations and explaining the intricacies of each item.

Cheese plate

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Whiskey sour with a Rosemary twist. Amazing. Could taste every flavor. So good

H&H Soul Food Restaurant

4.0(253 reviews)

1.5 mi

Great soul food joint in downtown Macon. It was packed Saturday morning, mostly family groups. Easy…read moreparking with a lot right out back. The smoked Turkey was very tender and flavorful. Whiting fish solid and fresh. Collards got a kick to it, I devoured 2 portions all by myself.

Truly ashamed to say we've lived in Macon 3 years and this was our first time eating at H & H. My…read morepregnancy cravings put me on the hunt for biscuits and gravy and I am soooo glad that hunt lead me here. WOW. This is GOOD food & great people! A nice corner restaurant with a at home feel, truly a gem. Thankfully the day we went wasn't busy so we took our time going over the menu and asking for recommendations. Having an uncle Red Dog myself, my husband knew immediately what meal he will be ordering. I on the other hand was torn after I saw they had salmon patties. Obviously I had to try both the patties and my biscuits and gravy. They were amazing!!!! No regrets. Our daughter had a kids meal, nice portions. We will returning here. Such a great experience & an amazing nap once I was home LOL

The kitchen

Beautiful food

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The Bear's Den

4.5(150 reviews)

1.9 mi

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Been eating here for awhile. Never disappoints…read more Service is good, food is always on point, just wish the prices hadn't gone up like they have. BD all day, every day.

Food & service are always fantastic! You have to check this place out if you are in Macon!read more

The full meal

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Front of restaurant

The Rookery

4.2(967 reviews)

Stopped in for dinner after work midweek. Sat at the bar which felt like being in a little piece of…read morehistory with its polished wood and dim lighting. Bar tender was funny, friendly and accommodating. Burger was on point and the onion rings fire. Ordered the James Brown's Black & Blue which was fantastic paired with Horse's Neck.

A historic joint in the middle of downtown Macon was a great spot to enjoy a meal during Cherry…read moreBlossom Festival. We sat at the bar and enjoyed the company of other diners. Our bartender was very intense. He was nice but also behaving like the bar was 2 or 3 layers deep. I honestly was worried about him. The burgers were good, and I liked the house made chips. The drink special was a beautiful pink to go with the festival. It was cool to hang out with locals and travelers alike. I definitely recommend stopping into The Rookery.

Is he the owner? This bartender has been the best! Very attentive.

Chicken Salad Sandwich*

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What a cool place!

Mother's Breakfast & BBQ

4.4(8 reviews)

3.3 mi

They good but sometimes they be closed for a week or two weeks and you don't know what the hell…read morehappened. Don't put the noise up then gonna be open. They get their funds right you gotta save that money.

Went for Soulful Sunday when they feature a soul food menu. I wasn't able to find an actual website…read morefor them but their daily menus are posted on their Facebook page. I went inside so that I could actually check out the spot , seems to be a pretty nice. The line to place your order is so the left when you walk in. There were a few people dining in but I couldn't really tell if they had table service or if you still had to go through the line. They also have a drive thru option. The food was standard. The dressing was a bit dry. They offered a choice of gravy that likely would have helped but I don't like gravy on my dressing. The cabbage were a bit overcooked but all was still edible. My mother had turnips on her plate, she advised they were tough also I sampled her yams and they were really good. 7.5 out of 10, would try again.

Food bar

Chicken and Waffle

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Food bar

587 Southern Cuisine

3.5(15 reviews)

Back in my hometown!! I had a taste for some good soul food. I looked it up on Yelp and 587…read moreSouthern Cuisine came up. Deep in the heart of Macon. I got a baked chicken plate, and a veggie plate. The food was well seasoned and cooked to perfection. The service was excellent, they treat you right. The Ambiance was superb, a nice at home feelings. 5 stars

Really good food. Great Atmosphere…read more Great customer service. Ask for Faith she's beautiful and very courteous. I went on a Sunday afternoon.

Inside Sign

Ordered a veggie plate and fried chicken

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Downtown Grill

4.1(211 reviews)

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We drive from Savannah to Downtown Grill a couple of times a year. The filet is the best in the…read morestate. We always sit at the bar for convenience. The bartenders are always on point and friendly. Great service and amazing food. Everything is a winner on the menu.

If you've ever heard the saying "don't judge a book by its cover," Downtown Grill is the restaurant…read moreversion of that. Tucked away in an unsuspecting corner of Downtown Macon, this fine dining English-style steakhouse established in 1997, offers an experience that unfolds slowly, from a puzzling entrance to a surprisingly polished dining room... and ultimately to some of the best food I've had in Middle Georgia. ARRIVAL + FIRST IMPRESSIONS Because Downtown Macon was buzzing on this particular Saturday night, my husband and I ended up parking a couple of blocks away and taking the alley the GPS insisted was our route. Let's just say the alley definitely had "first date horror movie" vibes--but the beautifully framed photos lining the walls helped cut the sketch factor a bit. Once inside, we were greeted by a friendly, outgoing staff... and immediately greeted by something else: the cigar smoke. Downtown Grill has a full bar with an impressive oak humidor and a selection of bourbons, wines, and scotches that could easily impress the most seasoned connoisseur. But that also means the bar area is smoky--very smoky. I actually questioned whether we'd wandered into the wrong place until the hostess whisked us to the back dining room, where the ambiance shifted entirely. The dining room is intimate, classic, and much more aligned with "fine dining." Cozy booths, dim lighting, soft background music, truly an escape. And once seated, I didn't smell the cigar smoke at all. Bonus points for the restrooms using cloth napkins for hand-drying, an eco-friendly and elegant touch. We had noted on our reservation that it was our anniversary, but there was no acknowledgment. Not a deal breaker, but definitely unexpected for a fine dining restaurant, especially one that's been around this long. Our server was polished, professional, and consistently attentive. No complaints there. I started with the Elderflower Refresher and my husband with an Old Fashioned, both solid. But the star of the cocktail lineup? The Lavender Margarita. An absolute hit and something I'd go back for alone. For an appetizer, we ordered the Lump Crab Cakes. As a Maryland native, my standards are sky-high. These weren't "lump" crab cakes, but for Middle Georgia they were acceptable. They were flavorful, well-seasoned, and paired perfectly with the aioli drizzled on top. Then came the French Onion Soup. I'd seen the rave reviews and they were absolutely justified, easily the best I've had in years. Rich, savory, cheesy perfection. We both opted for the special of the night, the Salmon. My husband's came with mashed potatoes and green beans. I chose broccoli and green beans. The verdict? 5 out of 5. The salmon was cooked with precision--flaky, flavorful, expertly seasoned. The veggies were fresh, vibrant, and seasoned beautifully. Truly, this was the best meal I've had in Middle Georgia, hands down. Downtown Grill may not be where I'd choose to celebrate a milestone (the lack of acknowledgment and smoky entrance made sure of that), but it is where I'll go when I want a reliably excellent, well-executed meal. The kitchen is clearly the star of the show, and they delivered an unforgettable dining experience. We'll absolutely be back, maybe not for the anniversary, but definitely for that food.

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Wide Wine Selection

Famous Mike's of Macon

4.3(150 reviews)

1.4 mi

Took my girlfriend here for breakfast this morning and it was delicious. We each got biscuit…read moresandwiches - one fried chicken w/ egg and one country ham w/ egg. The biscuits are quite a bit larger than a typical biscuit, and also tasted quite a bit better than a typical biscuit! Great flavor and a great value. We also split the famous cinnamon roll that was just as great. We WILL be back again! Highly recommend this place!

Famous Mike's is famous for a reason! Their biscuit was so delicious and I couldn't get enough of…read morethat gravy. I loved the taste of the country fried steak but would've enjoyed having it battered more prior to frying. Food was a smidge too salty but everything tasted so good that I didn't mind so much. DH for the breakfast burrywhich I thought was really pricey for such a small burrito. The regular entree wasn't on the menu but it came with two sides. As I was leaving, I caught a sign showing a different version of it too.

Grilled Salmon Biscuit with a sunny side up egg.

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Sausage egg cheese Gravy Biscuit

Parish on Cherry

3.7(308 reviews)

1.3 mi

Bre took great care of my friend and me during our catch-up lunch. This was my first time trying…read moreParish, and it did not disappoint. Portions were a bit on the smaller side, but everything was really tasty. We started with the crab claws and Parish pickles for appetizers, then both got the salmon salad. Total was $64.80 plus tip. Loved the ambiance. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and you can even sit at the bar inside if that's your vibe. I'd definitely come back to try more from the menu!

My experience started off a little rocky, but they made up for it abundantly. It took a moment to…read morebe served after I received my water, but after that my experience improved. Jarvis was amazing! He madebme a delicious blackberry mocktail. I started with the crab claws, which were delicious but I feel like they should be served with bread. The pasta was very flavokfuk. My only feedback is the bread was a tad too salty, which I told the chef when he greeted us. The chef was very nice and that was an awesome touch. The decor is super cute and New Orleans themed. They even have a Saints sign inside. I enjoyed my meal and will be back to try more of the menu.

Bring cash! This business charged fees for using credit cards!

Shrimp Po Boy Red Beans and Rice

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Happy hour menu

Kudzu Seafood Company

4.2(332 reviews)

1.4 mi

Kudzu Seafood knocked it out of the park. The absolute star of the show was the fire-grilled…read moreoysters with garlic & parmesan. The charcoal grill gives them a flavor that's completely different from typical baked oysters... smoky, buttery, and ridiculously good. If I could do it over again, I'd honestly just order multiple dozens of these and call it a day. Our next favorite was a special appetizer our waitress recommended: Jambalaya Fries loaded with andouille sausage, shrimp, and a beautiful cheese sauce/gravy. It was rich, savory, and one of those dishes where every bite gets better. We also tried the other baked oyster varieties: * Oysters Rockefeller (spinach, parmesan & provolone) * Oysters Royale (shrimp, tasso cream & provolone) * Oysters Kudzu (bacon & pimento cheese) Ranking them after the fire-grilled: Rockefeller, then Kudzu, and lastly Royale. They were all good, but the fire-grilled oysters were on another level entirely thanks to that charcoal flavor. If you go to Kudzu Seafood, do yourself a favor and get the fire-grilled oysters. Then maybe order another dozen... just to be safe.

Tried the fried oysters, the seafood gumbo, and the Redfish étouffée. All were excellent. I would…read morehave posted a picture of our entrées, but they disappeared too quickly. Lee is a friendly and charming host. The wait staff were also friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this restaurant we found on yelp.