SO GOOD! The description "old cafeteria style", while technically true, you never had food this…read moregood in any cafeteria! Driving North from Florida, we wanted dinner and preferred not fast food, but good food served efficiently. Well we hit that out of the park by ending up at The Oil Lamp. My friend had the chicken & mashed potatoes (these are the real deal!!). I had the beef tips on gravy over mashed potatoes. We shared sides of braised cabbage that had a fair amount of garlic - I will be thinking about it, yes thinking about cabbage - first time for everything. We also shared creamed corn and this is NOT from a can. The corn was so sweet and there was a crunch to it, which only fresh corn can give. Everything looked delicious. I eyed those desserts, but I'd finished my plate and just no more room. I live like 4 hours away, but I'm hoping to time my return trip to return to this gem. This isn't fancy, it's good food that has been cooked by chefs that know how to cook old school. Last note - generous portions.

Great mom and pop restaurant!!! Home cooked food and friendly service. Would recommend for anyone…read morelooking for exactly that. Will 100% go back when passing through the area.

My first visit here and I wish I'd discovered this place sooner. The service was kind and…read morecourteous, the food piping hot, and the drinks refreshing and delicious. We wish they had tables big enough for large parties on their patio. Would be fun to spend an evening out there with a group of friends.

I don't usually go for Southern food, but I'm glad I stopped by to The Swanson. Interior wise, it's…read morelike a house turned restaurant business. The foundation is still there with the rooms and decor but with lots of tables set up, similar to hosting a gathering at home. Not only that, everyone here was really friendly! We really felt welcomed, and though the second time, service wasn't as outstanding, it was still good. I think they really nailed down the vibe of southern hospitality. For drinks, they have seasonal cocktails, which I think is fun, but I'm not around at a time where I would be able to chill and drink. I end up with a go-to sweet tea. Strong and sweet, that it kept me up, but not the strongest nor sweetest I've had. There's also complimentary bread that's mini muffin shaped and dense like a biscuit. It's buttery and salty, but I like it! Before coming, I saw so many things about the sampler, so I definitely wanted to get it and try out. Love the fried green tomatoes with the honey mustard. It didn't feel oily, and it held up pretty well when cut and dipped into sauce. The pimento cheese here is probably the best I've ever had, but I will admit that I have not had many (I tend to not like it). In fact, both these items stay on my mind enough that I do think about coming here more often than I thought I would. And this is just for the apps. The rest of the entrees are pretty standard. Some better than others, but that's due to preference. I haven't gone through the whole menu, but I do prefer their chicken to some of the other menu items. For their sides, I haven't seen or heard of some of them. I asked about them, and they were described p well, enough for me to not want to try congealed salad. I'm not a big fan of jello type things, but I did try the pear salad. Not for me. Absolutely not for me. I did really enjoy the collard green soup and sweet potato souffle though! They were great, esp the souffle. It was my first time having nuts in them, and I loved it so much. Everything else was alright, like I'm sure you've had or can make better mac. Overall, I'm glad to know this place because it's a good rec for the area if you're in the mood for Southern food. It's not a bad pick for vegetarians either, though they would only have appetizers and sides to pick from, but I liked them more than the entrees. There's a parking lot, and it's in a good location to see the rest of downtown Perry too.

The food was amazing! The ciobatta bread was especially fesh and fluffy and overall an amazing…read moremeal! The service was fantastic, all of the staff members were very attentive and kind. The atmosphere was perfectly quaint, perfectly firting the vibe of this small town. It was an overall amazing experience and would defin recommend to anyone traveling through.

Great food but extremely over priced for the area and the food you get. Try other places in town…read morefor a better value and good food without the rip off of the price .

Sometimes you want something new and fancy... sometimes you want to feel like you're wrapped up in…read morea blanket while your grandma is in her kitchen making you a sandwich and one of her famous dessert. This place is a gem in the 21st century. The prices, friendly faces, self serve drinks out of pitchers, handwritten signs, and chicken salad is what makes this spot mere perfection. We will be back!

This place is absolutely amazing. One of those local spots you always try to find but rarely do…read more Every single thing I've tried here has been outstanding.

Looking for better I was super excited to check this new…read morespot out to see how they compared to other chicken spots. On my first visit I was disappointed as my tender visibly had a bone in it. Service was quick for my app order and ready when I arrived. This location is brand new so it's very clean and well lit with friendly staff. Their fries did not disappoint, the portion was sizable and crispy crinkly. My second stop had no issues but I won't be in a hurry to stop back.

I came in at 8:57 3 mins to closing. I was met with warm hospitality and great customer service…read moreservice thank you for going above and beyond for customers

When we drove up, we weren't even sure of they were open. It's very rustic and looks like it has…read moresome stories to share. The inside was clean with plenty of seating. Service was great. Food came out hot and delicious. I had the grilled chicken sandwich which could've easily been split. The fries were hot and crispy. I was told the pork bbq sandwich was also really good. I definitely recommend giving them a try. It's a hidden gem.

The food was delicious and fresh. Dining area was spacious and clean. The workers were super nice…read moreand polite. Giving four stars because their bathroom doors didn't latch, the roofing was plain plywood throughout the entire dining area.

Stopped here for lunch on the way to dropping my Granddaughter back to Fort Valley College. The…read morefood was good, everyone enjoyed their meals. The service was okay because it was busy (lunch time) and ambiance was nice. Lots of free parking in their own lot.

LongHorn Steakhouse: Great Steaks & Even Better Service!…read more Stopped by LongHorn Steakhouse and had a great experience--solid food, good vibes, and top-tier service from Chris, who made sure everything was on point. Of course, you can't start a meal here without their warm honey wheat bread--so good! For the main course, I went with a steak (because, LongHorn!)--cooked just right, juicy, and full of flavor. The sides didn't disappoint either. Chris was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Whether you're craving a great steak or just looking for a solid dining spot, LongHorn delivers!