Seriously some of the best breakfast in town. When I had a baby at TMH, I made my husband go get me…read morebreakfast at the cafeteria. Grits, biscuits, bacon, hash browns, and eggs. The prices are crazy good, too! Lots of options all day including grab-and-go choices for when you're in a hurry.

Welcome to the Sodexho-ization of America. Industrial food production for institutions at its…read morefinest. Just a step above eating out of a nice mini market. It was better when I spent time @ TMH in 2019 but it's mostly pre-packaged food and snack bar items these days. The fresh prepared meals are pretty basic and expensive. The burger is pretty disappointing. Crinkle cut fries are decent. Plastic utensils and styrofoam for the cooked fresh food. Lots of plastic packaging for the salads and sandwiches and everything else. Condiments are in little packets. This is what you get when you remove people from the equation. Mass produced "it'll do". It's a future I have no interest in. Be glad when my wife goes home. P.S The app indicated I hadn't commented on the "ambiance" so I will say the seating is one giant room with lots of tables. No ambiance to be found here unless you crave simply functional.

I was driving through Madison around lunchtime. I saw several restaurants. This was the only one…read morecompletely surrounded by vehicles. They were even parking across the street. So I had to check it out. There are three separate seating areas. Plenty of tables and booths. It's like a lot of other buffets: you seat yourself and serve yourself everything except your drink. You pay at the register when you leave ($15). You can get food to go as well and they will weigh your container. The buffet itself is pretty small but has everything you'd want: grilled chicken, fried chicken, fish, chicken dumplings, mashed potatoes, beans, corn bread, etc. There is a separate salad buffet and dessert buffet. Service was friendly and efficient. Paying was quick and easy. Bathrooms were clean. And did I mention the fried chicken was perfect and the cobbler outstanding?

I don't know exactly how long O'Neal's has been around but I'd say a mighty long time. The building…read moreis plenty worn around the edges, booths have certainly seen better days, but country humor and hospitality abound. They sell seasonal produce from behind the front counter as well. Everyone is super-nice though you won't normally need much interaction with the waitstaff: you just say what you want to drink, they bring it to you, and you go get your buffet. I don't know if there is also a kitchen menu to order or not, but everyone goes for the buffet--that's clear. The menu changes daily and is written very neatly up on a small chalk board in the front however it's going to be country cookin' at it finest regardless. Saturday night is apparently the fish fry: they had a variety of fried seafood plus a shrimp scampi and fried chicken--also ribs I believe. They apparently always have fried chicken and it's very good fried chicken, too--not the very best I've ever had, but quite good. Of what they had on Saturday night that was good--beyond the fried chicken--I'm a fan of the mac'n'cheese (very good), butter beans, fried mullet (local I would bet, tasted very fresh), coleslaw, and hush puppies. The fried shrimp and shrimp scampi on the other hand seemed to be from frozen and not very good, overcooked. Crayfish were ok. Sweet potato casserole was bland--I've had much better. They fixed four or five cobblers and those I tried were pretty good--apple, peach, and a bread pudding-like one with blueberries. It's not quite five-star but it's an experience at a good price and overall good food. I'd be curious to try the lunch buffet--I kind of felt they were just trying too hard at the Saturday dinner and had a bit too much out to have quality the highest across the board. Still for $17 including your drink you cannot beat an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring very good fried chicken and the other fixin's plus fried mullet--I mean, forget all the other main dishes, that's plenty and a deal at that price. Certainly worth checking out if in Madison.

If you want great homemade food and healthy portions cooked like your mama in her Kitchen then…read moreOlean's is the place. Homestyle grits, sausage. Pancakes and toast are the best! The fried chicken is a must eat cuisine. It's not a fancy place at all but the food is the best! And the staff is all family so Mrs. Olean keeps them right and on point. This place is my favorite breakfast and soul food spot in Tallahassee

My dining companion and I recently visited Olean's Café. This restaurant location has been here…read morefor what seems like forever. Adams Street is a quiet street on this particular Saturday morning around 9:15 am. But inside the restaurant, there is a flurry of activity behind the counter, the aroma of breakfast makes us smile when we enter and there is a line that stretches to the door. Folks are waiting. Few dine in and most are carrying out several to go boxes per person. The prices are reasonable and for the portion size, I would say budget-minded. Get the Olean's omelette. It's generously sized and enough for 3 meals. It looks nothing like a traditional omelette. It reads more like a breakfast casserole. Eggs, potatoes, sausage, veggies and cheese. It's comfort food on a plate. I am so sorry I didn't take a photo to share. I highly recommend this meal option! My dining companion ordered scrambled eggs, bacon and plain grits. My dining companion stated they were the best restaurant grits they'd ever eaten. The bacon was piled high on his plate! He took 1/2 this meal home. Mrs. Olean is behind the counter and just as personable as can be. She sets the tone for hospitality and it shows with her courteous staff. There was ample parking. The dining room is small, probably 10 tables in all. Most seem to be taking bags with their to go containers. Few people leave with one container. We will certainly return for some of their lunch options next.

A spring break trip to Thomasville, Ga. took us to Qs cafe in the downtown district. The place was…read morenice and busy at lunchtime, but they waited on us, and we were served pretty quickly. Dawn had the farmer's pride omelet and I settled on the Caesar salad with grilled chicken. Everything was great, well seasoned, and cooked nicely. The restaurant is well lighted and clean; the staff is friendly and the atmosphere is nice. Prices are good for the area. We would definitely recommend Q's Cafe!

This place is in the heart of Downtown Thomasville. We got there about an hour before they closed…read moreand there was a 40 minute wait, so I was expecting greatness. I wasn't disappointed. The waitress had good suggestions based on portion sizes and what she thought the best dishes were. I got the (Not So) Little Piggy B, which is a pork sausage, egg and sausage gravy on a cat head biscuit. This was SO GOOD! And HUGE!! My BF got the Gringo omelette with home fries. He said the home fries were not messing around, they were so good. The omelette was a 3 egg omelette, and was a pretty good size. The ambiance was cute. They had some interesting decor and artwork on the walls including some handmade quilts. This place was a 10/10 for sure!

Service was amazing despite all the other reviews sweet tea amazing the food was quite alright not…read moreto shabby all u needed was hot sauce I never needed to ask for a refill all I did was look away and it was right there I was pretty skeptical at first when I walked through the door but the chicken is very juicy it had a ton of flavor and they had a ton of options for the salad bar and deserts

This has got to be the absolute worst smorgasbord , I've ever encountered in my seventy years …read more They took the smorgasbord down before we could go back for anything and didn't tell us they were taking down the smorgasbord . Wouldn't go back here if you have it to me for free ... 3 ppl for 50 dollars . Never again !

The food was mediocre and the selection was minimal. I had expected a little bit more. I travel the…read moreworld and I could say I've tasted buffets all around the world from Dubai to Egypt to Europe to the Middle East to Canada and I would not recommend this place. If I was to rate the food between a scale of 1to 10 I would give it a 4. There was nothing intriguing and nothing exciting about the buffet like something new or something creative or something like that. It was just the same old same old. Even their very dinky little dessert bar was nothing to brag about

I was in the area for work looking for some southern comfort food to enjoy later in the evening…read more Unfortunately, most restaurants nearby close early on weekdays. Ole Times Country Buffet was just about the only southern joint open. I'm glad I gave it a shot, because I was not disappointed. All of the fish hit the spot. The fried chicken was great. The sides fresh and tasty. And I did not anticipate such a large array of desserts. All of the pig decor, inside and out, makes a lot of sense after five plates. I had to walk out with my pants undone. Hot tip: You will want some stretchy pants for this visit! My group thoroughly enjoyed our visit, and for the price you can't go wrong!

I enjoyed the buffet lunch at Donaldson Dining Hall. I selected the fried chicken, creamy mac and…read morecheese, green beans, and roll. The sweet tea was delicious and not overly sweet; it was just right. My son had a cheeseburger, fries, and a piece of chocolate cake. His burger and fries were hot and tasty, he said. He enjoyed his chocolate cake as well. For a college cafeteria, the food was top-notch. The food was comparable to a good Southern restaurant. It did not resemble anything like the food in my college cafeteria. The staff was courteous; the serving line was clean and organized. The cafeteria was very clean, too. We arrived just before the lunch rush in the cafeteria, so there was very little loud noise. The prices are very reasonable. It's too bad that there is no similar dining facility in Tifton.

Went down to the Donaldson Dining Hall last Tuesday and had the most amazing food I've ever…read morewitnessed. The service was great and the atmosphere was even better!

BOTTOM LINE: if you've got business on campus around mealtime, it's foolhardy NOT to come to one…read moreof these dining halls. As with Suwanee Hall and "The Den", along with perhaps others I'm unfamiliar with, The Fresh Food Company is run by Aramark. This is largely intended for meal plan students as well as faculty and staff although it is enjoyed by anyone having business on campus. Cafeteria style service in a large central island features self-serve, served as well as made-to-order fare. Remarkable is the generally upbeat demeanor of the kitchen staff. Each time I visit, be it Suwanee or here, I'm engaged in conversation by someone on the other side of the line. Notable breakfast highlight - the omelette station. For the finickiest eaters AND those with the greatest range, there is something here for you. My FSU on-campus dining experience in the late '80s was "SAGA" and this is vastly superior.

A common destination for students and faculty alike, Fresh Food Company boasts all you can eat…read moreavailability and with a wide variety of option. For my meal, I started at the diner station, where I received a generous cut of meatloaf, sliced fresh right in front of me. It also came with a serving of golden buttery corn, and a mixture of broccoli and carrots. The meatloaf came with a gravy drizzled over the top, and on the first bite, flavor exploded into my mouth. With the gravy, a few of the bites were right on the verge of being too salty, but managed to not cross that threshold, making it a well seasoned entree with a variety of flavors, from the ketchup crust, to the meat itself, which was tender a delicious, to the gravy on top. Fresh Food Co. has a tendency to not salt their vegetables, likely for health reasons, so a little bit of salt was needed on the broccoli and carrots, but they were well cooked and tasty otherwise. The corn was perfectly buttered, which gave it all the flavor it needed. In total, it was a delightful meal which I would be happy to enjoy again. I would rate it 8/10, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a place to eat that offers a large range of options. Shout out to 2135!

This huge place has an almost overwhelming variety of choices, all of them mediocre. I've been here…read moretwice but have decided that I won't be back for another try. We were seated promptly on both visits, and the wait staff are very pleasant and helpful. I'm a big fan of most types of Asian food, but I didn't find anything here that was outstanding. Some of the dishes were very cold, as if they had been made in advance, refrigerated, and then reheated for the serving line. I can understand why they would do this, given the huge number of dishes on offer. Still, $42 for 2 people (including soft drink and a tip) seems a bit much for what you get.

ABOUT TIME FOR CHOW TIME | I am not a buffet girly, at least not anymore. I just can't eat my…read moremoney's worth like I could when I was younger and it felt like my stomach was a bottomless pit. However, with restaurant prices rising the way they have been, I'm not mad at Chow Time at all. I appreciated during the first months of re-opening after COVID, gloves and masks were provided (and strictly encouraged). From hibachi to sushi to seafood to hot food to dessert, I don't think you could leave Chow Time hungry. And you're also not going to break the bank and feel like you're not eating your money's worth like you would at a more "luxurious" buffet. While prices have risen over time, I do think it's still remained affordable in a time where eating out has been outrageously overpriced. Definitely great for big groups and picky eaters - Chow Time! Nothing fancy, nothing mind blowing but definitely hits the spot.

I've been here twice, but I won't be back for a third try. The food is just OK and the options are…read moremore limited than most "country" buffets. The place is clean but very old. Our waitress was very nice and helpful but all the waitress really does in a buffet place is bring your drinks. Many buffet restaurants include a drink in the price, Sam's does not. The first time through the buffet line there was no fried chicken, so I sat and ate my side dishes for about 10 minutes until the chicken was replenished. After the wait, the chicken (usually the star of the show in a buffet) was disappointing.

Checked this place out with a friend. It was pretty good. You pay first then eat. A waiter brings…read moreyou your drink. Everything is very no-frills and casual. The buffet starts with a salad section then moves to cooked non-meat items like potatoes and beans. Then there is the meat. They had fried chicken and baked chicken and some kind of gravy dish with fried meat in it. They also had ribs. Lastly, there was a dessert bar with lots of options. The fried chicken was really good, and I went back for seconds. I also liked the pasta salad and rolls. Service was friendly. I appreciated that they had hot coffee at lunch time.