Great food! We went on a Thursday when they have smoked ribs on the buffet, falling off the bone…read moretender, juicy, and delicious. Seasoned so well that I didn't feel like they even needed barbecue sauce. The also had smoked turkey which unlike most places was moist and tender, and smoked pork loin. Homestyle mac & cheese with ziti noodles and quality cheese. Fried squash, baked beans, green beans, a salad bar and more. Did not find one dish I didn't love. We'll be back!

How the hell can you call yourself a restaurant and serve me instant mash potatoes? Worst dining…read moreexperience I've had in awhile. My eye caught the advertised "jumbo" shrimp, deliciously grilled and ringing in for half a pound and was met with a mediocre serving of tiny bottom feeders leaving me wanting for more. I don't even want to touch on the disaster that was my grilled vegetable side, which mainly consisted of half-soggy carrots and broccoli stems. Hugely disappointed in what was once a great place to sit and grab a bite. I won't likely be going anywhere near this "eating" establishment until the cooks learn what their title means and maybe put a little effort and consideration to the food they're serving their once loyal patrons.

We pass this place all the time and never stopped un today. The food was off the chain…read more The place was clean the employees were very nice.

Always a favorite! Steak, seafood, salads, or daily specials are always fresh and delicious!…read more Stacked ham sandwich, chef salad, did I mention that steak, seasoned perfectly every time! And those battered fries... my oh my!!! Don't forget to have some sweet tea, it's like a dessert all of its own!

Otter Creek has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I'm 28 now and have been coming…read morehere since I was a kid. Even though we're from Virginia, whenever we're in Patterson, it's a must-visit--some things never change, and this place is one of them. I had the Surf & Turf with a 10 oz ribeye and fried shrimp, along with green beans. The steak was tender and flavorful, and the shrimp were golden, crispy, and fresh. We also had the Stuffed Flounder, served with cheese grits, a baked sweet potato, and coleslaw--a true Southern plate, made from scratch and full of comfort. The meal started with a warm dinner roll and a fresh side salad with thousand island dressing, and we finished it off with two incredible desserts: Chocolate Meringue Pie and Strawberry Shortcake. Both were rich, homemade, and absolutely worth saving room for. They're only open Fridays and Saturdays right now, so make sure to plan ahead. The portions are generous, the food is fresh, and the atmosphere feels like home. Otter Creek isn't just a restaurant--it's a Patterson tradition that continues to live up to its name

Great food served piping hot! Had to let it cool a little so as not to burn my mouth. Food quality…read moreand taste was excellent. Staff was super nice and helpful. The owner made her way around talking with customers. Overall great place. Can't wait to go back.

Great place on the river, with the marina docks in view of the porch. It's rustic, casual, and…read morecomfortable. Our shrimp was great. Flavorful, nicely seasoned and cooked... grits were excellent. I can imagine the shrimp and grits are delicious. Our server was a delightful student who took great care of us. All together this was a fine local restaurant with reasonably priced seafood in a casual atmosphere. Not fancy, but worth trying.

Great place to watch the sunset across the marsh! Parking is a pain but once you're in there is…read moreinside and outside seating, a bar and sports monitors. They serve Georgia Shrimp which are smaller but have much more taste than farm raised shrimp. The cheese grits and field peas were spot on. Everyone in our group of 12 enjoyed their food. The service was a little slow but attentive - and we were a large group.

This place used to net talk good but it seems to have gone down the…read moreLast 2 times I've been there the food was cold and all. the the chicken was cold and tough.0

This restaurant has gotten better since getting new owners. I recently ate the breakfast buffet due…read moreto a work meeting being hosted here. The buffet had a good variety and the staff were attentive. Clean environment. Plus, they always have good coffee!

After bar hopping around St. Simons Island, we stopped by The Half Shell SSI for oysters. There was…read moreabout a 20-minute wait, so we walked a block up until our buzzer went off. I had a prosecco and ordered the blackened flounder special with mashed potatoes, broccoli, and mushrooms--everything was really good. The oysters from Tybee Island were fresh and hit the spot. Our waitress Jen was great, and we ended with a butter cake for dessert. We were celebrating a friend's birthday, and it was a solid experience overall. Definitely a place I'd come back to for a casual date night.

Two of us came here Sunday afternoon. This was my first visit but my friend had been here before…read more We were seated quickly and our waitress came and took our drink orders. It was cold and windy so we wanted something warm but all they had was coffee. The decor is nautical but the place is smaller than I expected. I had oysters that were broiled in butter and lemon and garlic. They were ok....didn't come with a side but I got the bacon wrapped green beans and they were very good. We had onion rings that were huge and done well, My friend had fried shrimp and was pleased. We had " butter cake" with ice cream for dessert, it was ok. This is not in my top five on Ssi but I'm glad we tried it.

This place has been packed all weekend while we were in Waycross for church. My husband noticed and…read morewe stopped in for dinner. The staff 5+ stars!!!!! I loved it! The salad bar was well stocked and clean. We ordered the prime rib which was ok and the pork chop which was extremely dry. Baked potatoes and a sweet potato soufflé which was unfortunately too sweet. The service is what has me and loved this place. The food was just not the best.

Service is friendly. Salad bar is always stocked and clean. Food is warm and delicious when served.read more

Great steaks The staff is very nice to their customers! The atmosphere is very good and you feel…read morevery comfortable while you are there

Good stuff to eat . Didn't have to wait long for order. Staff was friendly and always updating me…read moreon the order being filled

I honestly don't even know where to start... Old School Diner was one of the best restaurant…read moreexperiences my boyfriend & I have ever had. The atmosphere is SO unique and cozy. The whole place is covered in pictures and memories, and you can just feel the love in there. It doesn't feel like a normal restaurant at all--it feels like you're stepping into someone's home. The service was amazing too. Our server was so sweet and welcoming, and there was another man helping out who was just as kind. You can tell everyone there genuinely cares about the people who walk in. And Chef Jerome... oh my gosh. He is seriously the sweetest soul ever. You can tell he puts his heart into everything he makes, and the food?? INSANE. Like actually some of the best food I've ever had. Everything tasted homemade and full of flavor. What made it even more special for me was coming back after so many years. The picture of me when I was little (probably like 13-14 years ago) compared to me now... it just made the whole experience feel so full circle & emotional. Not many places can give you that kind of feeling. This place isn't just about food--it's about memories, people, and love. I would 100% recommend it to anyone. I will definitely be back

Where to start ,,,, This place is amazing. First, it is quintessential back woods Georgia southern…read morehome-cooking made by a man who has dedicated his life to making sure you eat well and have a great time. Chef Jerome is a piece of SE Georgia history and makes some fantastic food. From the moment we pulled up to the restaurant, Chef Jerome came out and greeted us with hugs and assurances that he was going to take good care of us. The building is eclectic, quirky, rustic, and several more adjectives - but never off-putting. It is comfortable.... When you walk in, you really get a feel for the history of this place - particularly from the tens of thousands of photos that decorate the walls (virtually all of them) throughout the restaurant. There are pictures of locals, travelers and even several celebrities that have feasted at the Diner. Ben Afflect's picture is featured all over the restaurant as he frequents this place whenever he is in town (he even has his own autographed chair hanging on the wall). We were seated in the VIP room and presented with a menu with several good southern dishes from deviled crab, oysters, scallops and of course shrimp to ribs, porkchops, steaks and burgers. They are known for their Wheelchair Platter - which serves 2, 3, or 4 people. This is a collection of things that the Chef has selected for you including fried shrimp, fish, hushpuppies, pork chops, Mac 'n cheese, and other treats. Comes with slaw and potato salad (both fantastic), We ordered the platter for 2 - and it did not disappoint. We also got the sweetpotato logs with a cinnamon dipping sauce (wow!). First - those were some of the best hushpuppies I've ever eaten. Crispy on the outside but fluffy with bits of corn on the inside. yum. Everything else was cooked to perfection. Once we had eaten, Chef Jerome came out and took some pictures (for the wall of course) and had us promising (truthfully) to return soon. This place is a little out of the way. It's down a dirt road and looks a little rustic - but you will be very pleasantly surprised once you go in and let Chef Jerome take care of you. A Definite recommendation! Don't miss this treasure!

I found this place by random, neat little place to grab a bite to eat. More food then I could eat…read morecomfortably. Never heard of zucchini sticks, so had to try it out. You'll have to wait for them to cool off about 7min but worth the wait. I would come here again

Did a catering order and the fried chicken was AMAZING…read moreHighly recommend this mom and pop restaurant