Just returned to Jessica's today As it was Fried Chicken…read moreFriday, I had to taste for myself "The Worlds Best Fried Chicken" I'd totally agree with that patron So tasty and crispy on the outside, moist and juicy on the inside Gave my friend a taste and she agreed, it's the best she's tasted‼ Service was excellent as usual Jessica's husband looked after us and our drinks were happily replenished Such a soothing, calm atmosphere Lots of fun memorabilia The place is always spotless.

Just had the best meal at JESSICA's RESTAURANT! Sis & I enjoyed lunch at this awesome quaint…read morecountry setting with very inviting front porch! The hamburger was TO DIE FOR - thick slice ripe tomatoes, fresh crunchy lettuce, crunchy onions, and dill pickles on top of a moist and flavorful steak-like meat burger. The Reuben sandwich was also a hit, with the right amount of meat to sauerkraut mix and REAL crunchy onion rings. And don't even get me started on the fresh cut fries and great southern tea with lemon! The best part? I'd like to say the prices - everything is super affordable! But realistically, THE FOOD TASTE & QUALITY is THE BEST PART! Can't wait to come back! GREAT JOB and shout out to the folks at Jessica's! THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL DINING EXPERIENCE!! I'll be a frequent diner - I promise!

We had brunch at Ruby Sunshine. The Shrimp Omelette was delicious! I ordered it with tots. The…read moreShrimp was plump and tasty. The tots were hot and crispy. My son had the breakfast sandwich with home fries. He enjoyed it. The atmosphere was welcoming. We will be back!

I stopped by Ruby Sunshine for Sunday brunch while I was in Chattanooga and had such a great…read moreexperience! I sat at the bar, and the service was excellent--friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious. I had the Chicken St. Charles Benedict with the stone-ground grits, and both were so good. I also tried the Pride Takes Flight mimosa flight, which was the perfect addition to brunch! If you're looking for a great brunch spot in Chattanooga, I definitely recommend giving Ruby Sunshine a try. I know I'll be back the next time I'm in town!

This restaurant is near Amish farms. Food is farm fresh, not frozen and reheated. Everything is…read moredelicious except we were not a fan of the creamed corn, it was way too sweet. All the other veggies were delicious, burger was great and daily meat specials were wonderful. We particularly loved the chicken and dumplings. They had a jalapeno pimento cheese burger special today and it was fantastic. We have driven 2 hours to eat here two weeks in a row. You will not be disappointed, and it's family owned with fabulous family staff.

First off, this was like stepping into a southern book or movie scene. Everyone knew each other,…read morea couple of kids were running around, everyone was very friendly. Chicken salad was a little on the salty side, fried pickles with ranch was delicious. Food tasted like it was made with love. We have been 2500 miles on a road trip and this was some of the best food so far. If you like sweet corn, try the farmhouse corn. Chicken and dumplings were tasty and heavy on the shredded chicken. Meatloaf was good, but had the consistency of chili, which we weren't used to. We would definitely stop here again.

Stopped by from out of town and loved it! Great people and great food. Wishing we were from here…read morebecause Andy was a cool dude!

A group of us stopped in here today. I am SO glad we did! This is one of those places that doesn't…read morelook like much, but then you go in and are in total awe!! Andy was awesome! He makes you feel like you've lived in the area forever and he's been your best friend since elementary school! The food is fantastic...wings, tots, BLT with fried green tomato, and jalapeno poppers! We can't wait to get back here to join in on the corn hole fun and maybe see one of the live bands. Thanks for a great afternoon!!

Absolutely great place. The food was outstanding and look of the place was great. It's an old house…read moreand it looks like it. Such a cool little historical building. The service was great and some by the owner mostly. We had a nice chat with the owner who's quite the traveler. Even has some family in my home state of New Jersey. Our order was a simple lunch. I had the turkey avocado club and the Mrs had a dill chicken salad sandwich. Both were outstanding and the fried green tomatoes were the best we've had. I didn't ask but it seemed the fries were hand cut. I definitely recommend a stop there.

Love everything about this place. Historical converted…read moreschoolhouse w remnants of the past; chalkboards & shelves. Etc Some original hardware and nice quilts hanging up, along with the family run feel and vibe, I've always felt welcome & taken care of. I don't have many vegetarian options but I love the mashed potatoes w red skin, and delicious homemade Mac and cheese. Oft times I just get sides like the aforementioned along with a house salad and their delicious homemade ranch. A great burger & I love the absolute delicious fresh-ground French-pressed coffee. A bit but pricey, so I can't share ha ha sorry/ I need more than one cup! Tho the quality is a nice change, so I splurge. Friends and family have ordered catfish, meatloaf, and chicken parm- all enjoyed. I appreciate the fact that it's delicious home-cooking yet quality clean ingredients such as I love. I also like the fact that the staff seem artistically able to express themselves whether it's the tattoos or clothing or whatever; it's professional but welcoming, and I appreciate that. A lot.

I stumbled upon The Roof Ellijay while on a family trip, and to my surprise, what a delightful…read moreexperience! The food was delicious, the views were unmatched, and it ended up being such a great find. There was a lovely selection of local beers, and the menu had plenty of great options for the whole family. I had the burger, which was delicious, while my boyfriend tried the steak special--and both were fantastic.

Food is excellent !! Try the trout and meatloaf, both were…read moregreat! The views are pretty and the staff is friendly especially Allie!

Oh my goodness! We stopped at the diner because it was recommended to us. We split the Chicken…read morefried steak with fries. We were unimpressed. We were thinking we would get some wonderful home cooking, sadly that was not the case. Positive thoughts, the breading was delicious as well as the small amount of gravy on top. The fries were frozen and fried. We also had a side of Mac and cheese. Absolutely shameful. Elbow noodles overcooked with chez wiz for sauce. We're in the south for goodness sakes!! The restaurant interior is really cute, country themed. We had an adorable young woman serve us. She was very curt with us and saved her smiles apparently for after work. I do not recommend going.

This place pretty well sets the bar for the "hole in the wall" or dive genre. Don't expect much…read morefrom the atmosphere. The staff on the other hand are extremely friendly and pretty efficient. The food was excellent. We will definitely return.

There aren't a lot of things that I love better than a local unique bar & restaurant with huge…read morespace, swanky decor, and a few nice surprises. Folks come in very casual attire, some arrive in fully formal clothes, and everything in between. It's a really comfortable vibe and that's something that I appreciate. Maybe you do, too? The owners are a couple and chances are they'll be the ones waiting on you, preparing your food, and treating you love a neighbor who came out to have a good time. Locals who I know LOVE it here. The food is always great, and if the have homemade egg rolls, try them. They're amazing! Also, one of the best burgers I've ever had, and among the ways that we're spoiled in Athens, we have several places with GREAT burgers. Seriously. I mean, don't come to Athens just to eat at a chain. Come on downtown and try places like this and nibble around the edges of town for a few other treats. The name is appropriate. It's THE OPEN DOOR in "the friendly city" in a small, pretty, southern town fercryinoutloud. So I expected that and T.O.D. delivered. Well, I ate-in several times and I don't even know if they Door Dash. It's just an expression, OK? This is not the review to take literally. It's still honest. I've had steak, chicken, prime rib, burgers, the aforementioned egg rolls, and a catfish dinner and it was delicious EVERY time. Every damn time. Folks enjoy the drinks here and this place has huge extra rooms that they open when it's warranted. They don't always have enough staff to be like a chain restaurant/bar and they employ some intermittent staff for busy events, so I don't come expecting a hostess type greeting, white linen, and tables set and ready. They're usually hustling to keep up, take care of their guests who are, from my observation(s), usually friends and neighbors and regulars, and a few folks who are just visiting sprinkled-in for good measure. Yet, it's not so local that the player piano stops and everyone stares when you swing through the saloon doors. Well, through the pretty front door and IF it had saloon doors. It's friendly and welcoming without people being all up in your business. If you're feeling like you're in a hurry, take a deep breath and relax and maybe sit at the bar.

Absolutely the best food in Athens. Best hamburger you can find and incredible service.read more

My teammates and I went to celebrate my birthday. I wanted a place situated halfway between…read moreKnoxville and Chattanooga. The big plus was the Cuban cuisine (which is pretty close to what I ate growing up in a Dominican home). I had the ropa vieja with tostones and it was well prepared and scrumptious. Everyone tried something different, and all raved about how delicious the food was. Our server was very friendly and helpful to the Americanos that were with me :)! Food was served quickly. It was a great experience and I'll definitely be back for more comida criolla!!

Great food. Friendly service, and entertaining worth their live music. I'm not from Athens but…read morealways make an effort to stop in when I'm the area.

We arrived just before they closed. Had the most fabulous burgers and onion rings I've had in…read moreyears. Thick hand formed patties, char grilled to perfection. Fresh lettuce and tomato. Hot, crispy golden onion rings!

Small's Cajun Chicken plate is the absolute BEST‼ In the past, I've enjoyed it many times over the…read moreyears, but now the unique flavor is even more prominent. The second it touches your tongue, it melts in your mouth and your salivary glands are in gear...YUM Kudos to whoever chose the spices involved, as it's j-u-s-t r-i-g-h-t. If you really want to experience what "savory" tastes like, try out Small's Cajun Chicken today.