Waitress was rude, never introduced herself and never smiled, not even a grin. She took orders from…read moreother customers that came in way after my family was seated and waiting to order.

The food is absolutely to die for. [FUN FACT] i had never tried flounder before, me and my husband…read morewent on a Saturday night which is their specialty, I can proudly say I eat flounder, but only from this place. The service is wonderful dining in or drive thru! I love the cute decor they have as well. Makes me feel right at home.

Excellent gathering place! We met travelers from 85 for breakfast - just a 10 minute detour…read more Fresh, good quality food and friendly, fast service at affordable prices. We will definitely come again when traveling through.

Ambiance and Service was pleasant ... food quality was fresh and as ordered ... farm fresh and…read moredelicious.

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

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.

We have been visiting friends in the area and ate at the Dillard house twice this week. Both times…read morethe food was very good. All the vegetables were excellent. Fried chicken, fried catfish and pork loin were well prepared and delicious. 100% give them a try. I feel they are as good as they used to be. Sorry no pics. To busy eating.

I have no idea how the restaurant has any review above 2 stars. The staff could care less about…read moreservice from the host to the waiter. We stood at the host stand for almost 5 minutes before we were seated. The restaurant was not busy with no line and 80+% of their tables open. Once seated it took several more minutes for our waiter to stop by. We only saw him 3 more times after that, never offering drink refills, only clearing the table partially and then bringing the check. We opted for the family style meal which was not cheap at $27/person. The salad was supposed to be Shara le with a set of tongs; however, the amount of salad was only enough for one person. The food came out after more time went by and it was warm at best. Nothing was hot. The fried chicken breading was not cooked well and had a lot of partially cooked flour. The breading and the chicken were not seasoned at all, or very little. The beef stroganoff had no beef in it and the gravy tasted like it was from a jar. The remainder of the sides were not good either and as noted before barely warm. We had high hopes for desert but that hope was short lived. The apple Brown Betty was not warm at all and was served with cool whip, not even real whipped cream, and not ice cream. The small cup it was served in was hotter on the outside than the Brown Betty was on the inside. My guess is they microwaved it. Oh and no one ever offered to bring out more food, not that we would have eaten it. We were looking forward to this meal all week while we spent several days on the area. It was a terrible experience. There is no way we will be back any time soon and we will tell anyone who plans to go there not to waste your money.

My husband loves the food here and the service is great, everyone is so kind and helpful. I am a…read morefavorite to the ability to get breakfast anytime of the day. Excellent place to have your home cooked meals. Dessert is very delicious too! Best sweet tea in town.

This place blew me away. The food was absolutely tasty and the offerings were amazing. If I had…read moremore time in Clayton, GA, I probably would have had all my remaining meals here. This diner is located in a back street, next to a market and close enough to a strip mall with restaurants. It's a quiet place although lots of people come in and out. We sat down, got our coffee, ate our meals, and wondered if we could eat more. The food was so tasty that we really wanted to take more food with us. I had a chicken fried steak and my gf had an omelette. Every table around us was busy eating, we were not the only ones who appreciated this food. For a humble place with delicious food, the prices were average. The coffee could use a little help, as well as the A/C, but all in all, it was a win for us hungry bears.

We went for dinner and the burger was phenomenal. Staff was attentive. I would definitely recommend.read more

We ate breakfast here because of Yelp's good online reviews, but we found it disappointing. Our…read moreserver didn't know what was the quiche or muffin of the day. She appeared confused and disgruntled when I asked her again later. I had to remind her of serving me water. When I wanted a refill of coffee, she brought another mug instead of a carafe, but later told me it was because the fresh pot of coffee wasn't yet ready. Regardless, I spilled coffee on the table when pouring from the mug into my half cup of coffee instead of an easy-pour carafe. The quiche was okay, but the muffin was cold. A guy sitting at the booth nearby was loudly playing a radio broadcast on his phone, which disturbed the otherwise quiet of the restaurant. It all seemed to be a comedy of errors.

This is a great country cooking café. Friendly staff..excellent food and reasonable prices. We…read morealways make this a stop when we visit the mountains. You will not be disappointed.

Great portions, prices, and service at this local spot for those traveling through to get to the…read moreSmoky Mountains. Hubby's Chicken Philly was made well with extra crispy tots. The kids meal comes with a side so my daughters enjoyed their grilled cheese. The sausage was cooked perfectly with no chewy/hard pieces. The pecan pancakes were huge, I could only finish 1 of 3. They were loaded with pecans. The coconut cake slice was delicious and a perfect way to end the meal. So glad we stopped in.

Local favorite for home cooked meals ranging from meat and three (from serving bar) to the best…read moreburgers in town/ county!! The Arabian Rooster (AKA fried chicken) is fantastic! Broiled seafood is divine! Chef Salad is fresh and the ranch dressing is homemade! This is a must eat if you are in the area!

They are closed permanently. Prior to closing, the cleanliness web downhill with Yousef's passing.read more

Meat and three... pick me, pick me! From the moment I cued…read moreup in line just before the door opened to when I paid the check, the customer was superb! There was a crowd building at about 10:45am in anticipation of the 11am opening. I braved the wind and stood with everyone else. I was seated just inside the door at a table for two and quickly ordered an unsweetened iced tea. After looking at the menu, I had to decide was three I would pick. It was not an easy decision! I settled on fried whole wings, mac and cheese, creamed corn and broccoli casserole. There was a piece of corn bread on the side as well. Next time, I will choose something other than the broccoli casserole... it wasn't a favorite. I truly enjoy a small business and this was a must return place. I suspect the dessert options are stellar... I was too stuffed to even consider it.

Can anyone tell me if this place is actually in business? We've gone twice when they were…read moresupposedly open according to the posted times, and the place was closed and dark both times. Tried to call, voice mail is full.

Looka here--yes, that is a word...walk in, say hi to Ms.Shirley at the register and no matter what…read moreyou order...looka here, get two helpings of that Mac and Cheese! This is not to be missed. If you know what "they put their foot in that Mac-n-cheese" means, then you know this is a must have, I thought nothing could be better than the Mac and Cheese until my fork slid over to the potato salad. Is it possible that every single solitary thing Ms.Shirley makes is the best in the world? This was a food nirvana experience, we also had the whiting and it was fried to perfection--crispy with the right amount of crunch. Toccoa has on the 7th Wonders of the World right in town--and it's Shirley's Soul Food!

We eat here on our way to/from NC…read more Great food, friendly ladies. We stopped in recently right before closing hoping something would be left. The ladies were making boxes to give to those who are hungry and need a meal. They graciously offered us one and only asked for a donation rather than payment. Highlights from our times there * Fried Chicken * Greens * Beans and Peas * Sweet Potato Cobbler Stop in for a meal, stay for the family