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    The Getaway Cafe

    4.3 (23 reviews)
    InexpensiveSouthern
    Open 5:30 am - 2:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Breakfast combo with eggs, toast, bacon, and grits.
    Elizabeth J.

    Cute little place in an industrial area. Seemed to be a favorite for people working nearby. Lots of takeout orders but a nice dining room area. Order at the counter. Take the food to your choice of table. Not fancy. I had eggs, bacon, and grits. Food was good!The precut watermelon was also good. I would like the restaurant to think about using compostable or paper plates and table ware instead of styrofoam.

    Hot link sandwich
    Kien H.

    So this is definitely something that's off the beaten path but it gives a really diner type feel to it. The prices of decent and very reasonable. Definitely do it. They have lunch and breakfast, so you can come at the very top of the day or come and lunch time but they do close after lunch time so you have to get there at a reasonable time. You come in in there a bunch of diner tables there so there's plenty of seating. There isn't anything outside but there's plenty of side. It gives you a cafeteria feel when you do get there. So you basically stand at a long window where they have the food available for you to pick from. But mostly if you come, you'll order and no make it made to order and back style. But the lady who served me rush me a little bit but that was only because they were five other people in lie behind me. It's not really Pat, but they were jumping in line. It did not dissuade me. I was able to get a regular breakfast sandwich (croissant w/ sausage). Which was pretty good. Nothing flashy, but a good sandwich. Warm bread, right off the skillet. I also tried the hot link sandwich which was also great, much better than the basic sandwich. It was a little messy, but, very worth it. Came with hot link and bacon with egg and cheese, it was a winner. I should have got that before I got the regular breakfast combo, because that was just OK. I got a breakfast combo so it came with your choice of sausage or bacon, your choice of hash brown or grits, and a bread. That coupled with eggs, expect a really full meal for under $7. The hashbrowns that came with it seemed like they were more soggy than crispy, and so did the bacon. The eggs were... egg lol you cant really mess those up unless you burn them. Overall I would stick with breakfast sandwiches from there. Maybe next time I will try another sandwich (lunch) or french toast. Will I go back to this spot? Absolutely. Just that semi greasy cafe spoon type feel with good food, I am here for it.

    #4 breakfast
    Paul S.

    Tucked away little mom band pop breakfast joint. Fast, friendly service. Incredibly cheap for the food you get. Good food!

    Jennifer W.

    I just love this place. It's unassumingly tucked away on Amwiler Rd right near Winters chapel.... Food is amazing and cheap. One of my favorite go to's on my way to work. Ms. Moon is such a sweetie pie as well! Great lil jewel.

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    Great food at affordable prices. The lady at the counter is super sweet. Got the croissant sandwch and it was money.

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    Country fried steak and okra are my go to, always delicious, and such a friendly staff.

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    I love this place it's a quick bite and it's very cheap and you get the most delicious pancakes hashbrowns and turkey sausage ever I love it

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    Mary Mac's Tea Room - Fried shrimp appetizer

    Mary Mac's Tea Room

    3.9(5.6k reviews)
    12.7 miMidtown, Old Fourth Ward
    $$

    So glad that we made the journey to Mary Macs!…read more First off, the service was just great! I got the fried chicken, which reminded me of Mrs. Knott's Fried Chicken Restaurant in terms of taste/seasonings. It could have a little hotter/fresher as I could tell it had been sitting under the heat lamp for a little bit. For my sides, I went with 'heathy-ish' options with mixed veggies and also a sweet potato soufle, which actually tasted more like a dessert., I also loved the corn bread and rolls. As a first time guest, I'm also glad that they gave us the 'pot likker' which was like a well-seasoned salty broth.

    Mary Mac's is a part of Atlanta's history. Knowing how Mary Mac opened her tea room long before…read morewomen could own and operate a restaurant, I can imagine what ladies were like coming for ladies lunch in ATL. Now, I saw from pictures on the wall, it is an institution among political powerhouses and celebrities passing through. This was my third visit, and my husband's first. We arrived early evening, just after a matinee at the Fox, as the convenient website showed about a 15 minute or less wait. Parking right behind the restaurant was a benefit, so we went right on in. I love that they offer you a signature sweet tea while you wait, and we were seated very quickly. Our waiter was warm and hospitable, but that's really where the good experience ended. It's charming to write your own orders out on the check, which surely makes everything easier in the kitchen. I like that they give you a basket of warm yeast rolls and cornbread upon seating. It's just a personal preference for me, as a native Georgian, that I believe that southern cornbread should NEVER have sugar (that's a corn muffin, and doesn't belong on my plate). I only requested water, and lemons for my water (it took three tries before I ever got them). I ordered a simple vegetable plate, with squash casserole, fried green tomatoes, greens and sweet potato casserole. The squash was good, if a little rich, the fried green tomatoes (which can be risky if the green tomatoes doesn't have a bit of tanginess to them) were over-battered, overcooked and tough. The greens were quite good, the sweet potato casserole was heavenly perfection, with lightly crispy topping beneath slightly browned marshmallows. That tasted like my late mama and my grandmother before her prepared for us. My husband eats high protein and low carb, but saw some good options on the menu it. He ordered the salmon, which is not typically "southern", and came with side dishes. He ordered a garden salad as an appetizer...but, oh, my stars. 40 minutes later, he still had no salad, and I still had no lemons for my water, plus we were both out of water. The tables were not overly crowded, and our waiter really tried to build relationship with us. He was genuinely personable, but unfortunately that doesn't make you feel better when you haven't been delivered your meal in nearly an hour. When our meal finally was delivered, we asked for the check right away so we could settle our bill and get away, as we had been away from our pets already longer than we like. We still had to wait about 10 minutes for the check. All in all, it was disappointing and sad. I absolutely hate to give a negative review to an institution, particularly one that serves what I call "home cooking", as it's my favorite cuisine other than Greek and Italian and French and Japanese, and ...you get the idea. We are foodies. I love dining out, and we love cooking and entertaining. This is probably my last visit to Mary Mac's, however. My book club has been wanting to come for a luncheon, and my national sorority is due to come to Atlanta for our 2028 convention, bringing a few thousand ladies from all over the country. I always love being able to recommend authentic southern cuisine, but I honestly can't recommend it now. I hope they get back to their roots and get the kitchen and service back up to the standards that have served them well all these years. Actually, I am praying they do.

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    4.4(129 reviews)
    12.9 mi
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    I can't believe it took me so long to eat at Delilah's! I've known of this highly lauded business…read morefor years but never found the right day when I was craving soul food and in the area to order. Until recently. I decided to have a tapas-style dinner with food from The Works and just had to grab some chicken from Delilah's. The menu is plentiful without being overwhelming, except when it comes to picking a favorite between the flavorful options. I knew that I didn't want or need a full meal and opted for their 3 whole wing option that came paired with cornbread. The young man who took my order was so polite and patient, as there were a few folks in line and waiting for previously placed orders. He let me know that my order would be ready in about 15 minutes so I took the time to continue my food-finding journey around the market. When I returned later, I had lost track of time and figured I'd just poke my head around their stall to see if my chicken was ready. It wasn't at that moment but I took some time to observe the process. There was only one guy in the open kitchen and prep area creating all of the meals and he was on the move. If I could add smells to my review, this one would smell like fried chicken and cornbread. It was all so fresh! When my order was ready, I only made one other stop before heading to my car to go home to my family... but not before I tested those whole wings from Delilah's. When I say that they were fresh out of the grease? Babehhh. It's like he just threw them right into the basket only seconds before. It was sooo crunchy, so juicy, just a fantastic wing. The hot sauce was a nice pairing but some spice in the breading/meat would have taken it over the top but this chicken was delicious. No notes.

    Well, well, well.... I must say... I don't know if it was a marketing tactic or genuine happening,…read morebut there was a sandwich (seemingly ready for customer pick-up) at the edge of the counter that looked delectable and totally caught the attention of my friend and I walking by. It made us stop and ask, "what is this place and this absolutely delicious-looking sandwich?!" The rest is history. We ordered yummy fried chicken pieces and a bbq chicken sandwich. It cured our souls. We asked the generous, wonderful lady at the counter about the story of Delilah's: was she a real person, who is she, etc. her answers made us fall in love even more... this is a genuine, family-owned and operated enterprise! We love, love, loved our food and I can't wait to go back and soport again!!! You gotta try it.

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    South City Kitchen

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    WAS THIS A HIT OR MISS ???…read more It was a HIT I have been dying to try this place out for years and I figured I planned a lunch with a friend so we could spend the afternoon chitchatting and this was the perfect spot. So we were warmly greeted and then taken to a quiet table in the corner that had the whitest tablecloths. It looked rather chic Then we had the best server. She checked on us numerous times, didn't rush us and offered suggestions. She kept our table clear of mayhem from empty plates and glasses. Now the food was delicious. It was so good. The chicken was moist and the outside was crispy. The mashed potatoes melted in my mouth. Plus, we had a slice of 7up cake for dessert. I high recommend this place. They have valet parking that is only $2. Great place to visit. Until next time.

    The food definitely tastes homemade, and everything arrives hot and fresh. I've visited twice now,…read moreand the quality has been consistent both times. Their breads and jams are particularly delicious, but my absolute favorite--and the most pleasant surprise--was the fried green tomatoes with goat cheese. They were incredible! For my entrees, I've tried the blue crab quiche and the frittata. Both were decent, though the crab quiche could have used a bit more flavor. My guests really enjoyed their orders, including the Springer Mountain chicken, Nashville bites, and the farm egg hash. Overall, it's a solid spot--clean and modern, with great baked goods and reliable service. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu.

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    Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Chicken thigh + sides

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    4.1(2k reviews)
    13.7 miDowntown
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    Eat this chicken!!! The best atmosphere, the kindest staff you'll ever meet and, you can tell all…read morelove and dedication thatgoes into not just the chicken, but all the sides and your personal experience

    Located downtown, there are a few parking spots on the street as well as several parking garages…read morenearby. It's within easy walking distance from several motels. There is a large sign on the side of building. Entering from the street, there is a ramp down to the counter and seating area. Seating is mostly tables with a few stools at the counter. There is a sign above the counter on the right for takeout orders. The menu is simple. It's fried chicken. There are sides like slaw and baked beans with a few appetizers, but mostly it's chicken. Once our order was placed, it only took about ten minutes to get our food. One thing we noticed while waiting was the cook was checking the internal temperature of each piece of chicken as it came out of the fryer. This was very much appreciated and ensured every piece was cooked to perfection. Constant quality checks like that show they take their product seriously and do not rely only on a timer to tell them when it is done. All the chicken was crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. While moist, the meat was not dripping with juices that ran down your arm or left a puddle on your plate. All the flavor was locked into the chicken. The baked beans were good, maybe nothing special but certainly a good accompaniment to the chicken. The slaw was also decent. The mac and cheese was good as well. One note of caution. The chicken seasoning is spicy. If you are used to large chain spicy versions, this is more than that. The flavor is great but the spiciness will get your attention. As long as you are aware of that, you will very much enjoy this chicken.

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