Great food, best buffet I have been to in a while. Everyone is friendly and took good care of us. Traveling with a HS football team and they took care of us no problem. Apologize no pictures, next time. read more

Ole Times Country Buffet - Southern Near Me - Brunswick, Georgia

This is a great value if you are a big eater and care more about quantity versus quality and taste. However my wife is a very small eater and I don't eat as much as I used to so the value for us wasn't as great. With the mixed reviews, we knew were were in for a great meal or a bad one, we were not expecting anything in between. It clearly leaned toward the later. The cleanliness of the dishes were hit in miss. You could pick up a plate or fork and it would have dried food on and so you go get another. The restaurant itself is very large and looks really nice. We were very happy with the service provided to us. The best thing on the menu was the fried pork chop, fried chicken, and mashed potatoes. OK as long as she's had plenty of sauce, but I didn't see the fried ribs they were talking about that I was looking forward to trying. The fried shrimp was popcorn shrimp and wasn't great and they didn't offer fish this night or at least we didn't see it. Most if not all the vegetables were cold and had little flavor. The worst dish by far was the fried Okra. One bite and I was done From the dessert bar I enjoyed the banana pudding and had two helpings. The wife thought the pecan pie was pretty good. She absolutely hated the lemon meringue pie which was grainy in texture an overly sweet. And both of us thought the coconut cream pie was not good at all. Again if you're a big eater and you like quantity and lots of options, this place is perfect for you but for us it's not a good deal. read more

Ole Times Country Buffet - Fried Chicken, Fried Pork Chop, Ribs, Creamed Corn, Fried Okra and small amount of cheese-less Mac N Cheese - Southern Near Me - Brunswick, Georgia

I stopped here for lunch while traveling in the area. There is a large parking lot so no trouble parking. This is a buffet restaurant that has many choices of meats, salads, veggies and desserts. I started with a salad that was fresh and good dressing. Next I tried the collards, mashed potatoes and fried chicken. I was disappointed with the chicken but everything else was good. My next trip there was shrimp out which is why I came. I got boiled and fried and both were delicious. Desserts were just average or below average, so nothing to recommend. The place was clean but it took a long time for the tables to be cleared. My waitress was seldom seen and I had to ask others for assistance a few times. Overall a good lunch but the service was lacking. read more

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All you can eat buffet. Oh My God Place seats easily 100. All you can eat... salads, super fresh pickings... nice macaroni salad...then you move on to the food... neck bones, pig feet, pulled pork, ribs, chicken, baked chicken, fried chicken... meatloaf...even liver and onions. okra, Lima beans, corn, carrots, corn bread. And everything is right, good quality, not crap sitting under a heating lamp... they have MAC n cheese, and pizza!!! They have everything The desserts... banana pudding, pecan pie, red velvet cake. All for $12.99 per person (drink not included) read more

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We're thankful they were able to accommodate our large group. Friendly staff. They could use an extension on the menu. A good bit of items were missing from the buffet line. Taste was pretty good. The key lime pie was disgusting though. Very gritty. read more

The place was clean and the food was fresh and so good! The fried pork chops, chicken and gravy were top notch! We're definitely going back when we're up that way! read more

We went into the Ole Times Country Buffet today with a large group. I was the bus driver for our senior adults at church. Before attending the event in Brunswick we went here for dinner first. Everything I had on the buffet was good. I really liked the fried shrimp and fried fish. Very good flavor! I also had a salad which was good. Definitely recommend Ole Times in Brunswick! Everyone was super nice and all the staff did a great job taking care of our large group. I forgot to take more photos while we were there. * According to our large group "they loved it and can't wait to come back to this location". read more

Ole Times Country Buffet - Southern Near Me - Brunswick, Georgia

We visit this place out of nostalgia. I recommend it but come early, not close to closing like we did. The food was okay but we could see them cleaning in the back and breaking the food area down and that was a bit of a turn off. Service was okay. Again, it was near closing time so there were some unkept tables and food mostly on the floors. But we at here before and it was okay. This visit, again, we just came too late. read more

Largest spread of real down home country cooking. You don't wanna pass by this spot. Hot and fresh and always clean. Staff was very friendly and efficient. read more

Very nice salad bar, fresh ingredients. Fried chicken was very good, the rest was your standard buffet fare that was ok . Didn't care for the desserts that much but for 15 dollars I think it was all ok. read more

The staff was friendly but the food was mediocre. I tried several different things and none of it had any seasoning. It was extremely bland.

The selections of food were endless from the fresh salad bar, fresh vegetables meats, fruit and desserts. The fries catfish was a bit salty but overall the food was good for the price. The inside is large and spacious. I noticed that big parties were celebrating but the restaurant roomy was nice with clean restrooms. The staff was nice and attentive. read more

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None of the food was really seasoned, to be owned by a barbecue place, the ribs were really touch. The chicken, Okra and the rutabaga were the only things I tasted I liked. read more

Late lunch. Restaurant was fairly busy. Many tables not bussed. I had finished an entire plate of food before I was asked about my drink. There were 2 pieces of fried chicken. I selected one. Wrong choice. Dry and crusty. Went to see if fish had been replenished. Watched kitchen staff pour into pan with several pieces sliding onto counter near people. He picked up and piled on top. Ewww. No rolls. I asked if they would be replenished soon. Was told no because they go in the oven. ‍. Was told kitchen was short staffed. Extremely disappointing on all counts! Pick some where else to eat - anywhere might be a better choice! read more

I love, love, love this place. However I need to make it clear that I we to the location in Brunswick, GA and the service wasn't as good as it was as in Lake City so so I stick loyal to the Lake City location. read more

This is the best buffet of country food I have ever eaten. The buffet is huge. All kinds of meat, veggies, salad, dessert!!! The serve staff are very friendly. I try to make a point to stop every opportunity I have when passing through. Fried okra is awesome!!!! read more

Service was great. Our servers was Ms. Pam was sweet and attentive. Food was okay for a buffet. Ambiance is just what you would expect from a country buffet. read more

Ole Times Country Buffet - Eating with the family - Southern Near Me - Brunswick, Georgia

Scored a failing 56 on its food safety inspection, with documented violations including unsafe food storage, lack of handwashing, black dirt buildup, and insects landing in food. read more

This place is a lot bigger than I expected. Parking: narrower parking is in front of the door along with 6 places for motorcycles. More spacious parking is to the right side of the building as facing the front door. The food is okey is is more towards being bland. By the number of people here the food must be good to them. The ribs, BBQ, and chicken was firm requiring you to use dentures if you got them. The only item I would complement on is the fried fish. Corn meal battered and crunchy still has the diners lining up for more. The place is clean and everyone is nice. There's no guidance on where to go when coming in. I stood in line behind a woman who was taking a while to debate the cost. Meanwhile the other line was being operated by 3 people who appeared to be busy with something else. A local came in and went directly to that line knowing it was open. I took my ticket and sat it on a table before scouting out the buffet lines and then going back to fill my plate. I returned to the table and no tea so I took my ticket to the drink are to get a tea. A lady there told me to go back to my table and they would bring over the tea. No, I've already waited and have now walked over to the drink are, give me a tea. read more

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I wanted to like it. There were some great things. Particularly the service. I sat next the the waitress area, but they we're definitely on top of everything. The parking area was massive and the restaurant entrance was welcoming. I paid (just me this time ) and sat down. I saw plates across from the buffet, but missed the silverware at the front entrance. Hot food first and I was pleased with the various selections. The chicken wings were really good. I'm not a fried food fan (I know, I know) but all the fried items looked fabulous. From all of the selections, the baked mac and cheese was the best. The meat selections were a bit odd (neck meat and crazy pig parts). The baked chicken looked slimy. The mashed potatoes were very good but I put the trash, box gravy on them and ewwww. Veggies were a bit bland but properly cooked. Cold salads were bland and everyone should understand, Georgia is NOT represented when canned peaches are used in the cobbler. Yet the cobbler was not bad at all. The ice cream is the powder kind and my piece of cake sat out for a bit too long. Bathrooms are clean and I really can't say enough good things about the service. Please don't think this is a good representation of southern food. It needs a lot more seasoning for that. You northerners can visit this one all you like. I'll come back but at the request of others. Overall a good, but not great experience. read more

Ole Times Country Buffet - Southern Near Me - Brunswick, Georgia

This place was an amazing buffet, even bigger than golden corral, and Golden corral is one of my favorites, but this place was just out of this world. Firstly, you've got friendly staff, secondly, you've got amazing food with an insane amount of choices. And lastly, the place isn't actually too loud despite how many people were there and it was PACKED. They also have probably the most amazing steaks I've ever tried. I highly recommend this place, just don't make the same mistake I did and give yourself horrible stomach pain the next day from all the food and then decide to run on the treadmill only two hours later. That was on my side though. Still highly recommend this place. read more

Ole Times Country Buffet - Choices upon choices! - Southern Near Me - Brunswick, Georgia

In the past, we were frequent visitors to the Ole Times Country Buffet. I personally had written this location off my choice list for noon meals. However, this trip occurred early Sunday evening. We paid $25 / person (including tip.) The food choice was abysmal. There were NO beef options and most of the pork options were terrible. The only passable choice was Boston Butt; it was prepared well, but the sauce choice was not. The vegetable choices were also lacking. The dessert choices were few, but the flavor was excellent. The service we received was superior for this location. The ambiance was surprisingly pleasant for this location. It is normally extremely noisy but was not this visit. I cannot recommend this location for any meal after my experience. read more

First time here. Stopped here after leaving Florida. Food was great, staff was great. So much to choose from and the price is very good

Our party of five, including two finicky young grandkids, went here because of motel staff recommendation and variety for grandkids. About 4:00 PM when we arrived, expecting to be ahead of the dinner crowd, but place was packed. A good sign.No wait time at all. A great spread. Wife, daughter, and myself usually get a variety of items to share and try. Steak meh, fried chicken great, corn on cob great, fried shrimp delicious, fried clam strips hard & dry, beef tips in gravy very good, mashed potatoes great, black eyed peas great. They had crawfish! First time my grandson had them and loved them but too bland and mild for me. Surprised that some buffet favs were missing, like meatloaf, ham, pork chops, pulled pork. Pig shortage? And no Brunswick Stew in Brunswick, GA? Also nice salad bar, which we mostly ignored having not eaten all day. Good spread of desserts too, banana pudding, pecan pie, lemon meringue pie, chocolate pie, cookies, blackberry cobbler and soft serve ice cream. The highlight was peach cobbler, of course for Georgia, spectacular. Biggest drawback was a bit pricey at $80 for our party of five. Military discount of $1 a bit low. But overall a great variety. Check it out! read more

Ole Times Country Buffet - Shrimp, clams, beef tips, mashed potatoes, black eyed peas, collard greens, and yeast roll - Southern Near Me - Brunswick, Georgia

Love the fish every single thing is good and great service everyone is so friendly it's just a great place for families to and have fun together read more

This is a really big restaurant with lots of food to choose from on their buffet. The fried chicken was amazing, piping hot and fresh off the cooker. They had so many sides like Mac & cheese, collards, cabbage, other greens, kernel, on the cobb and cream style corn . The salad bar was extensive with great looking veggies, fresh lettuce and peel and eat shrimp. The dessert bar was also extensive. They have whatever you want to drink and the wait staff was on top of clearing any finished plates pretty quickly. The restrooms were clean and stocked with paper and the price of the buffet was about $20 each person. It was a good find while traveling through the area. read more

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The food was really delicious. A lot to choose from a must stop! This was our first time and we will be back again when we are in the area

We decided to eat here after traveling a few hours for a family get away. This a nice location with plenty of parking, clean and friendly service. The decorations are cute and true to the vibe. There is a large selection of food and of course typical buffet food. I felt like the price was a bit steep as we paid $60 for 3 people - one of which is 13. Food was average our favorite was the fried catfish, shrimp, grits, cream corn and of course the fat back! The fried okra and fried rice were not for me. Both bland and disappointing. I took a few pictures to share. Our rating is a 3. read more

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My family and I truly enjoy going to the Ole Time Country Buffet restaurant. This is an extremely busy place but the staff are always friendly and attentive. The food selections are plentiful and delicious. We were continuously checked in on and our drinks were refilled when needed. I highly recommend Ole Time Country Buffet and will be visiting again soon!!! read more

Rude staff set the tone for this place as soon as you walk in, then to find out they only offer veterans discount Monday- Friday. I guess they don't honor veterans on the weekend. Aside from that the food itself was just ok. read more

Great selections including deserts for a reasonable price with an extremely friendly staff.

Quantity AND quality? It's worth the hour drive up from Jacksonville. Be warned, lunch and dinner are different. Lunch is a couple bucks cheaper, but no fried shrimp and seafood and less meats. I'd rather pay extra for those shrimp, they're consistently the best fried shrimp I've ever had. I definitely recommend the rolls, grab extra butter. The crinkle cut fries are perfect. Mashed potatoes, carrots, peas? All exemplary. The desserts I find somewhat lacking, though the last lunch I went to had a really good cheesecake style dessert. I wish the ambrosia had cherry halves in it. Service varies. I've found the lunch cashiers/servers to be super nice, and the dinnertime ones to be apathetic to outright rude. Bathrooms are never quite clean enough, but we still eat there so it can't be that bad. read more

The bar was clean, the food was hot, delicious and they kept it well stocked. The fried pork chops were out of this world. It had everything you could want on that bar and it was all fresh. The servers were pleasant, attentive and kept the drinks coming. If you leave hungry, it's your own fault. Very affordable. read more

Everything I put it into my mouth is as fabulous.... They had every option you could dream of on the buffet!!!! Please come to charleston Sc.... We need YOU!!!!! read more

OLE TIMES, Brunswick, GA has been our spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner as we travel I95 North and South. Howbeit, the past 6 months the food is seasoned too salty. Hopefully, the cooks will get a handle on this so that we can keep coming--it's been our eating place for over ten years. read more

Would give a 0 if possible. My husband saw the crowd and thought we should go based on the parking lot. It was crowded and expensive. My husband got tap water for us which they charged $1.00 each for. The food wasn't hot, and was unappetizing. I was happy because I saw a sign "steak every day" so I sent my husband to get me some. Oh sorry, every day except the day we were there. Worst experience, I'd go to Golden Corral ANY DAY rather than here. Actually, if you are in town- go to Grandy's. It's a bit further but the food is DELICIOUS and not a rip off! read more

Popped in on bus tour with 39 other ppl they were extremely helpful & so friendly.. the choice of food was excellent, fresh, hot & plenty to serve our group in a very timely manner. Very delicious, clean and accommodating.. it's my second time while traveling to visit & eat at this restaurant. read more

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If you want good ol southern style food ....... this is it !!!! Stopped in for lunch on a Wednesday around 11am. Pay as you enter then its an all you can eat extravaganza lol ....... Healthy ? mmmmm idk about that but were talkin lots of Southern Fried goodness. Pork chops , catfish , chicken , chicken strips okra . Salad bar and tons of veggies . Mac n cheese , butterbeans , sweet potatoes , red potatoes , ribs , bbq , and on and on . Tons of desserts! Clean ! Friendly and attentive servers !! I mean for the $ you just cant beat it even if you just hit the salad bar and veggies ! Will be back !!! read more

Ole Times Country Buffet - a long line of food - Southern Near Me - Brunswick, Georgia

Time for an update, since my original review is now 10 years old. The newer building, 4 years old now, is much nicer than the old one. The buffet is much the same, with an impressive array of fried and roasted protein, veggies and sides. The fried catfish is my go to meal here, and it's as good as ever, with a nice cornmeal crust. I also enjoyed the pulled pork, which rivals that of the best barbecue restaurants. They had collard greens and a mustard green/turnip green combo on my most recent visit, as well as black eyed peas and baked beans, all favorites of mine. Much of the vegetable offerings are from a can; they can't maintain these low prices with made from scratch veggies, as the labor costs would cripple them, but the quality is good overall, and I appreciate the diverse offerings. The dessert buffet was the only disappointment, with peach cobbler that didn't taste great and had a weird texture, and overly sweet pudding/cake combos. Service was super friendly and very attentive. Good iced tea, and I'm grateful that they offer the unsweet variety. read more

We used to have one in Tifton but we're having to go to Valdosta. Come to Jekyll and seen it and this one is amazing and holds true to its roots. The best buffet chicken ever with dozens of true southern sides. The dessert and salad bar are amazing as well recommended for everyone to come try. read more