Great food - quick service- very reasonable- only open for breakfast - this is the restaurant that…read morethe locals go to. I recommend a stop

Traveling through, stopped in for breakfast. Sign states "not a fast food restaurant" but we had…read morecoffee & water on the table almost as we sat down, food not far behind. Sorry no pics as I just forgot . Service was excellent and food was good. We had the breakfast plates, one with bacon and one with country ham, eggs, grits and biscuit. Everything was delicious. We had a hard time deciding on the meat, we kinda thought tenderloin but that is something I hesitate on if I am not familiar with that restaurant. Due to that we got a tenderloin biscuit to go, it was delicious!! This was not a chain restaurant, appears to be a family owned and operated and worth the 1 1/2 mile detour to stop here.

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!!

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!!!

Stopped by Cottage House Restaurant in Cleveland and this place is exactly what you want if you're…read morelooking for a solid, no-frills Southern breakfast. First off, the setup is super easy. You walk in, grab a tray, and you've got options. You can go through the hot bar and get served right there, pay, and be on your way... or order off the menu, sit down, and they'll bring the food to you. Very simple and efficient. The inside is spacious with plenty of seating, and there's also outdoor seating if you want it. Parking is easy too, which is a big plus, especially compared to the chaos you'll run into closer to Helen. Food wise, I always judge breakfast spots by the chicken, egg, and cheese biscuit... and this one held up. The chicken was tender, the biscuit was soft and fresh, and overall it was a solid start. The surprise for me was the hashbrown casserole. It came out good, but once I added a little salt, the flavor really popped. Definitely worth getting. The pancakes were also done right... nice crispy edges with a soft, fluffy inside. That's exactly how pancakes should be. Menu wise, they've got everything you'd expect from a Southern breakfast spot... biscuits and gravy, eggs, bacon, sausage, country ham, pancakes, omelets, and even lunch style items like burgers and plate meals if you come later. They also have a Coca-Cola fountain, which is always a win. Service was friendly, especially for early morning, and the whole place just has that comfortable, old-school home cooking feel. There is also a drive thru if you don't feel like leaving your car. Overall, this is a great spot if you want a good breakfast without the crowds. Simple, tasty, and easy.

Great little cafeteria style country restaurant. Perfect for lunch! Convenient to Clarkesville…read moreand Cleveland.

My wife and I ate here with my son, his wife, and our 1-1/2 y/o grandson. I had the meatloaf. My…read morewife had the fried chicken. Both were fantastic as were the sides. A great family experience.

I'm telling all my friends about this place! Great modern take on a meat and 3…read more What happened to all the meat and 3s? They are hard to find these days but this one is great ! Fried chicken -great! Fried catfish -great ! Smash burger - better than the other burger places ! Sides are all great as well. Collards are some of the best I've had in a restaurant setting. Salads are great too. ( Side and entree ) Service is good and fast as you order and pay at counter and then sit and wait for them to bring your food to the table. Then they continue to wait on you. Filling drinks and bringing you what you need. I feel like the owners are always in there working- making sure the place runs well. Talking to people, running food out. I always feel taken care of. This place is on our regular rotation.

The remodel is a success with open views of the mountains. The dining areas are clean and well…read morespaced. The meat and three along with the vegetable only options are welcomed changes to the family style only meal for those desiring smaller portions. In our experience, the food was served hot and was perfectly prepared. We chose white meat chicken and received two large breast that were excellent! The two catfish fillets and four slices of meat loaf were delicious. The vegetables were Lima beans, cabbage casserole, creamed corn, potatoes au gratin, slaw and a spring salad. All were served fresh with two biscuits and two corn muffins. The relish, apple butter and Sogrum-sage butter were delightful. We were blessed to have April for our server, and highly recommend her for your visit. She shared the history of the area and is proud of the changes and history of the Dillard House. Thank you for a great meal. The fried chicken is better than I remembered. Yes, the restaurant is open, and parts of the motel are being remodeled/updated and the new hotel is under construction. Don't let the remodeling deter you from the eating at the restaurant or enjoying your favorite drink from the bar.

Poor service, poor food quality. Not impressed at all…read more Ambience is nice, very spacious, newly built, restaurant. Friendly staff. Not very attentive at all. Say for 15 minutes before the manager had to obtain a server for our table. After the food was delivered, the server did not provide adequate service. I requested a water refill, which took an additional 15 minutes, because she continually forgot. Food quality wasn't the greatest. They served chicken, which consisted of 2 thighs and 2 drumsticks. Along with friend catfish filets, that had been way over salted. Both were very soggy. I ate half the thigh and quit. Veggies? Only vegetables were Lima beans, everything else considered vegetables, was a casserole. A table full of starches. Over rated and over priced. Sadly disappointed. If you want good southern food, go further south to Thomasville, GA. Go to O'Neals. You can fool some folks, but not someone that knows southern cooking. We won't return.

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.

Worth the drive through picturesque countryside to get to Bowman and this restaurant that serves…read morebreakfast, lunch and dinner. True southern cooking with great seasoned green beans, onion rings and okra, among other sides. We had burgers and pork chops, both really good and meals include a drink, too. We were happy to have found this place and will return.

After some thought, I upgraded my review to 4 stars because it's local, good portions, and a good…read moreprice. I'm not crazy about the food, but it serves the community well and people like it.

I am stoked by this restaurant. Nick's kitchen produces exquisite plates in a beautiful…read moreenvironment. Our hostess and server was Emily who could not have been more attentive or helpful. Shrimp and Grits? Three times, even better than some coastal restaurants. Grilled Salmon? A big 10 for the table. Deserts good, Bread Pudding (in GA?) large and spot on. I could go on. Oh, good wine list and bar. This location has been several things over the past 40 years and I have experienced most of them. We stopped considering it due to the instability/inconsistencies. This time, everything is grade A and has been consistently excellent on six different occasions over two years. Food quality and prep is now superb. Dinners are special and I am not sure it is the same kitchen of crew for lunches. The restaurant is housed in The Ridges which has a hotel that requires 3 meals per day. We travel the Southeast regularly and get to try Hotels and Restaurants along the way. Coming from the New Orleans and Tampa areas, we usually have high expectations for a restaurant.

Great food, service, and atmosphere for the Mother's Day brunch. Highly recommend. We will be back…read morenext time we're in town.

Everything! Amazing brisket…read more Outrageous portions Incredible value I wanted to go back the next day but they are only open on the weekends. Don't pass up this treasure if you're in the area!

A great place off the beaten path for homey bbq and fried fish…read more We had the ribs ( pretty good) and the brisket (awesome). Excellent bbq sauce! The Brunswick Stew tasted good but had a different consistency than usual, more puréed, which we did enjoy as much. Next time we will have to try the fish and the chicken. The restaurant had a welcoming and homey atmosphere and the service was very friendly and fast.

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.