We held our 50th wedding anniversary in their combined Magnolia Room and Sand Bar space for 80…read morepeople. They were so great to work with in setting it up and so accommodating. On the day of the event, the place was set up perfectly. The food was delicious and the staff was excellent. The bar servers were especially great as they were kept very busy. Highly recommended for this type of event.

The Bistro feels like a genuine neighborhood gathering place rather than a restaurant designed only…read morefor visitors. Each time I stopped in, the atmosphere was energetic, casual, and welcoming. I felt completely comfortable dining alone. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive without constantly interrupting my meal. I was especially impressed by how involved the management was. The general manager actively worked the room, assisted the staff, and took time to speak with guests instead of remaining behind the scenes. The chicken Parmesan was excellent. The breaded chicken was crisp outside but still tender and juicy, with a savory marinara and just enough melted cheese. The pasta was cooked properly, and the accompanying garlic bread was crunchy around the edges while remaining soft inside. The generous serving provided plenty of leftovers. The strawberry basil margarita was refreshing and well balanced, with enough fruit flavor to be interesting without becoming overly sweet. For dessert, the peanut butter pie had a wonderfully smooth, creamy texture and a rich flavor that never felt excessive. The onion ring tower is also worth ordering, especially for a group. The rings are thick, crispy, well seasoned, and clearly prepared fresh. It would be far too much for most solo diners, so plan to share. Although the restaurant is not directly on the waterfront, the patio and some tables offer views of Lake Oconee. There is ample free parking, and the regular live music and special events add to the lively local atmosphere. Lake Oconee Bistro has earned a place on my list whenever I return to the area.

This place has been here forever. Staff is awesome and food is always good and deserts are unique.read more

Consistently excellent restaurant experience. Good service. Good food. Down to earth ambience…read more Favorite go-to with out of town guests. They always come through.

Food and service is wonderful. The menu has a little something for everyone! Owner on site which…read moremakes a big difference.

We have been to this restaurant several times and the food was always good. However our last time…read morethere the food was awful I could not even finish what I ordered. The owner is not very friendly or caring. We will not be back. Very disappointing

We have wanted to try Gabys by the lake every visit to Lake Oconee but this was the first we…read moreactually had time. Located in the Ritz Carlton on the beach, Gabys offers something for everyone. The prices are higher than the rest of the Oconee area and it's super loud. Felt like a party vibe which we were not looking for at lunch time. Overall though good views, food was good and drinks kept coming. We prob won't be back but it's worth at least one try!

This past August (2026) we enjoyed a family luncheon to celebrate my sister's birthday. The staff…read moremade us feel comfortable and appreciated. The food, the service, and looking out over the beautiful lake made it perfect, and my sister had a great time, too. It will be a memorable occasion!

Another great meal at filet. Consistency seems to be the issue here at the lake but Filet doesn't…read moreseem to have issues with their staff or kitchen. Fried artichoke was delicious, salmon was cooked perfectly, and the burger (which I had not tried before) was juicy and flavorful. Our server was delightful and attentive. This restaurant continues to be our favorite because they have earned it with their commitment.

The service was good and friendly, and the food was brought out in a timely manner. My husband and…read moreI ordered the seafood platter with small salads. The salad was good and my husband's fried seafood was good. My grilled seafood wasn't bad, but looked and tasted unusual for grilled fish - a dark color and very highly seasoned. The taste was so strong that all three (flounder, scallops, shrimp) tasted the same. As we walked out the door, I picked up a brochure with the menu in it; later as I looked at this, I realized they must have given me "blackened" seafood instead of the grilled I ordered. Since I have never had blackened before, I didn't realize the mistake while I was there. Four stars because everything else was good, and the "blackened" was probably good to someone who intentionally ordered it, but deducted one star for serving me the wrong order.

Don't do it! Lousy service and food sucks!…read more Waited 40 mins to eat two tables sat after us ate first! Not worth the wait!

50 minute food wait. Hair in food. Walked out. I like to give good reviews, not bad, but this must…read morebe addressed. Very slow and disconnected staff with customers. Place is very much like a Waffle House, but NOT! Eyelash in eggs-told the waitress and she sticks her finger in the eggs and pulls it out. We were astonished when she did this. We were done at that point. Paid for our drinks and left. Never to come back.

Belle was amazing she was communicative and Very…read morepersonalized and pleasant attention. They are very friendly. The squid, polenta fries, and the pizza were delicious. The desserts was fantastic. The Afogatto and the pistachios gelato. Very pleasant atmosphere.

Walked in last Thursday night and the hostess quickly sat us in a booth in the bar area. So glad we…read morestopped in as the vibe reminded me of Sunday family gatherings at my grandparents place on the Lower East Side of Manhattan NY. Great food, high energy and warm family memories. Our server Fritz W was very knowledgeable and made our dining experience even better. We began with two glasses of wine and shared an app of mozzarella caprese. Entrees selected were bolognese rigatoni and chicken francese with a side penne with arrabbiata sauce. All were large portions and wonderful. As we were finishing our dinner, Gus the owner came over and we got a chance to compliment the staff, the food and what they have done in renovating the current space. Well done Gus and team for all you have done to make Santoro's a MUST visit when out in Lake Oconee. See you again soon

Wait staff was so friendly , restaurant was clean and food was delicious !!! We will be returning…read more!!!

Nice atmosphere, pleasant server and the pizza was good. Menu has a nice variety for families. Good…read moreoption at the lake if you live in the area.

Very good food but to charge me $1 for extra cucumber salad dressing is pretty cheap considering…read morethey did not put enough on originally. All good

This is a review in two parts - I was pleasantly surprised…read moreto drive by and see a Thai restaurant I wasn't aware of in a town I visit monthly. Part 1: There just aren't a lot of good restaurants in Greensboro that I've found (outside the Reynolds area), so when it comes to a Greensboro sit-down restaurant, this place is a great option for a clean, attractive dining room with tasty food that beats much in the area. For a town like Greensboro, it is a 4 star restaurant. Part 2: I love Thai food. My wife's family is Thai so I am spoiled having my mother in law making the best Thai food ever. Moreover, we regularly eat at Thai restaurants at least weekly. As far as Thai restaurants go, I'd give the restaurant 2.5 stars. It is simply too bland (and Americanized) to compete with great Thai spots. Serving size wasn't great either. That is why I am saying 3 stars overall. Maybe 3.5. It's great for Greensboro but not on par with other Thai food I've experienced.

Exceptional Service & True Southern Hospitality!!!…read more I am writing to share how absolutely incredible my recent experiences have been at this Publix. I have been visiting various locations throughout the years, but this particular store is hands down the best I have ever been to. The stock is consistently impressive, but what truly sets this location apart is its exceptional team. A Prompt & Professional Start with Paul Ahead of the busy 4th of July weekend, I filled out an online form to check on a specific item's availability. I was blown away by how promptly Paul called me back. He was incredibly professional, polite, and provided true Southern hospitality right over the phone. I was calling about fresh oysters. An Unforgettable Deli Experience with Desmond On July 3rd around 4:00 PM, I visited the deli counter specifically to try Publix's famous fried chicken for the very first time. I admitted this to Desmond with a mix of excitement and slight embarrassment. His face completely lit up, and he warmly exclaimed, "Really?!" He made me feel instantly welcome and took the time to enthusiastically explain all my options, including the family meals. The entire deli display looked impeccably fresh and delicious. I ultimately went with just the chicken though I deeply regret not getting the full meal, because when I got home and took a bite, it was flawlessly crispy and delicious! Desmond's extraordinary professionalism and warmth made a massive grocery store feel like a cozy, family run neighborhood institution. Publix is incredibly lucky to have such an exceptional talent on their team. Fantastic Leadership from Trey I later called the store to share this positive feedback and spoke with Trey. He was so down to earth and genuinely kind. It is abundantly clear that he is a fantastic leader. Despite it being an incredibly hectic holiday weekend, the entire team looked genuinely happy, enthusiastic, and maintained a wonderful attitude throughout the rush. Flawless Customer Experience To top it all off, I returned on Sunday, July 5th, to return a hat that unfortunately didn't fit that I purchased earlier in the week. The Customer Experience team was incredibly sweet when I called ahead, and just as wonderful in person. The return process was swift, seamless, and I was easily able to make another purchase before leaving. I truly recognize great talent and exceptional customer service when I see it, and this team knocks it out of the park. I cannot wait to return. Thank you so much, Publix!

I have never been treated so rudely in my life. And multiple times too…read more I called the bakery to have this Publix make my wedding cake. I live in Canton, Georgia, but we decided to get married at a fancy AirBnB on Lake Oconee in Eatonton, Georgia. We were going to cater (apps, food, cake, flowers) the entire wedding through Publix. The key word here was "were." I went to my local Canton Publix and got their specialty cake brochure and talked to the bakery about options. My Canton Publix was fantastic and excited, saying they could pretty much make whatever my heart desired. We told them that we love one of their already-discovered creation under their Decadent Dessert menu called the Strawberry Limonada cake. It came in an 8 inch and we were hoping they could do a 10 inch and and 8 inch and stack them. The Canton Publix said absolutely. When we called the Eatonton Publix, we were not treated with such grace and excitement. They acted like I was a nuisance to call and made me feel guilty to even ask for them to bake me a cake. I am pretty sure I was about to drop a lot of money at this Publix so you can imagine my disappointment. They first told me they could only do the Strawberry Limonada cake in an 8 inch and that we could only order from the specialty cakes brochure. OK, that is fine. I understand their limitations. I called back the next day with an order that fit within their brochure parameters...white cake with raspberry filling. They then told me they cannot do the following things: - Stack cakes. - Make any cake other than an 8 inch or sheet cake. - Make a cake with any filling...period. They also told me all this with a sense of yelling and angst. And they cannot even fulfill one specialty cake that their brochure says they can do. So we called corporate and told them about our experience and decided to remove our complete catering order. They did not deserve our business or money. Instead of rating this Publix as a one star, I opted for a two star because we still got just my bouquet and a veggie tray from them and they worked out great. If you read other reviews on this Publix, you will read similar stories about the personnel in the bakery. It sounds like it is time for a change in that department. I urge you to not use this Publix if planning a wedding. They will take your happy and excited mood and turn it sour.