SO GOOD! The description "old cafeteria style", while technically true, you never had food this…read moregood in any cafeteria! Driving North from Florida, we wanted dinner and preferred not fast food, but good food served efficiently. Well we hit that out of the park by ending up at The Oil Lamp. My friend had the chicken & mashed potatoes (these are the real deal!!). I had the beef tips on gravy over mashed potatoes. We shared sides of braised cabbage that had a fair amount of garlic - I will be thinking about it, yes thinking about cabbage - first time for everything. We also shared creamed corn and this is NOT from a can. The corn was so sweet and there was a crunch to it, which only fresh corn can give. Everything looked delicious. I eyed those desserts, but I'd finished my plate and just no more room. I live like 4 hours away, but I'm hoping to time my return trip to return to this gem. This isn't fancy, it's good food that has been cooked by chefs that know how to cook old school. Last note - generous portions.

Prior to going, I'm not sure why I thought of this place as a "greasy spoon"...it was more of a…read morecafeteria. Much more updated and cleaner than anticipated. Upon entry, you go to the right to get in line and order. There is a sign with daily specials (you can also check out their Facebook page!). Up first are the trays and silverware and then the salad bar. After that are some entrees and sides they dish out for you. We ordered the rib-eye meal which comes with a side and bread but you can add whatever you want! I think it was $29, which at first seemed a little expensive, but my brother and friends assured me was definitely worth it! We also grabbed a drink and some dessert. All of the employees were very kind and welcoming. We went right at 5 on a Thursday evening so there was plenty of seating. The tables were big and there was room for all 10 of us (that's why we went early!) The food...was amazing! The steak was PERFECT. I asked for it medium and it was medium. So tender and flavorful! My brother wasn't lying when he said it was worth it. I also had the loaded mashed potatoes - excellent, biscuit-yummy, and the chocolate peanut butter pie- OH MY! I will definitely be returning to this establishment. We really enjoyed it.

My first visit here and I wish I'd discovered this place sooner. The service was kind and…read morecourteous, the food piping hot, and the drinks refreshing and delicious. We wish they had tables big enough for large parties on their patio. Would be fun to spend an evening out there with a group of friends.

I don't usually go for Southern food, but I'm glad I stopped by to The Swanson. Interior wise, it's…read morelike a house turned restaurant business. The foundation is still there with the rooms and decor but with lots of tables set up, similar to hosting a gathering at home. Not only that, everyone here was really friendly! We really felt welcomed, and though the second time, service wasn't as outstanding, it was still good. I think they really nailed down the vibe of southern hospitality. For drinks, they have seasonal cocktails, which I think is fun, but I'm not around at a time where I would be able to chill and drink. I end up with a go-to sweet tea. Strong and sweet, that it kept me up, but not the strongest nor sweetest I've had. There's also complimentary bread that's mini muffin shaped and dense like a biscuit. It's buttery and salty, but I like it! Before coming, I saw so many things about the sampler, so I definitely wanted to get it and try out. Love the fried green tomatoes with the honey mustard. It didn't feel oily, and it held up pretty well when cut and dipped into sauce. The pimento cheese here is probably the best I've ever had, but I will admit that I have not had many (I tend to not like it). In fact, both these items stay on my mind enough that I do think about coming here more often than I thought I would. And this is just for the apps. The rest of the entrees are pretty standard. Some better than others, but that's due to preference. I haven't gone through the whole menu, but I do prefer their chicken to some of the other menu items. For their sides, I haven't seen or heard of some of them. I asked about them, and they were described p well, enough for me to not want to try congealed salad. I'm not a big fan of jello type things, but I did try the pear salad. Not for me. Absolutely not for me. I did really enjoy the collard green soup and sweet potato souffle though! They were great, esp the souffle. It was my first time having nuts in them, and I loved it so much. Everything else was alright, like I'm sure you've had or can make better mac. Overall, I'm glad to know this place because it's a good rec for the area if you're in the mood for Southern food. It's not a bad pick for vegetarians either, though they would only have appetizers and sides to pick from, but I liked them more than the entrees. There's a parking lot, and it's in a good location to see the rest of downtown Perry too.

I don't know how long it's been there but Renee's is amazing. The inside is covered in brick walls…read moreand wood floors. The service was exceptional, the restaurant was clean, the staff were friendly, and the food was tasty. I opted for the chicken & waffles cause it's been a while since I've had real chicken & waffles. Many places serve chicken tenders with waffles...this should be a crime. Renee's gives you a decent size waffle, maybe 10", with 4 good size whole fried chicken pieces. Everything was great. 10 out of 10 recommend!

Delicious and so many choices! Renee is wonderful, she was welcoming and made sure that we had…read moreeverything we needed. We had the buffet after church. Yelp guided us here and did not disappoint! Nice and clean ladies room. My husband loved the cornbread! The buffet server, and I'm sorry I don't know your name, send us home with several and I didn't get one! A lovely place in Hawkinsville, Ga. Nice people and awesome southern hospitality and soul food. Do yourself a favor and give them a visit.

It was amazing first time there had the pork chop blackened with Mac and cheese also Mexican style…read morecorn for dessert had turtles chee

Had tried this place before but thought enough time had passed, thought I'd try it again…read more Catfish was so greasy it had no taste. Okra was the same. If I were a server I would have been embarrassed to serve that! So many other places in this little town with great food. Won't be back.

This is a busy spot! The line moves fast and you order cafeteria style with options for salads,…read moredesserts, meats & sides. There is also a bakery on site. We had fried chicken, turnip greens, limas and rice with gravy and meatloaf with Mac and cheese, mashed potatoes and two slices of pie. We bought baked goods for a treat later! All that food for forty dollars-no wonder folks drive from all over for lunch!

I had high hopes in trying this restaurant, as I heard it was worth the drive from Atlanta for some…read morefantastic fried chicken. Although fairly tasty, I would not go so far as to say it was any of the best I have ever had. The side dishes seemed a bit institutional and not home-made. I don't think I would go out of my way to go back.

Love their hamburgers, order them all the way! Fast and friendly service! I've also had their…read morechicken sandwiches, they are yummy as well!

The food is just alright. I recently visited Cochran and was hoping to satisfy a craving for solid…read moreBBQ or a juicy burger. Unfortunately, while the experience wasn't bad, it also wasn't particularly memorable. The BBQ had all the right looks but lacked depth of flavor. The meat was tender enough, but there was nothing that really stood out. It was decent, but not something I'd go out of my way for again. If you're nearby in Cochran and hungry, it'll do the job.

i came here for my birthday dinner, and everything was AMAZING! the restaurant was beautiful, the…read morefood was delicious, and the staff made the entire experience feel so special. everyone was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind from the moment we arrived. the atmosphere was perfect, and we enjoyed every single thing we ordered. this was easily one of the best dining experiences i've had in a long time. i will absolutely be back and would recommend trattoria di napoli to anyone looking for great italian food and exceptional service!

A nice Italian restaurant in downtown Perry. They don't have a ton of seating indoors and it felt a…read morebit crowded. They have a lot of pasta options (although I was disappointed that there was no gnocchi). The cacio e pepe was pretty good but a bit spicier than I would have liked. The place was pretty upscale and they even packaged our leftovers up for us.

I always enjoyed eating here, it is delicious, super friendly and the food is sooooo fresh.read more

My Daughter gave me a list of restaurants for us to try, and we settled on Cozumel Mexican Grill…read more Driving over, the outside was dazzling with an array of fluorescent colors. I am thinking this will be an exciting dining experience. There is a saying, DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER! Stepping inside of this restaurant, I can see the potential for something great. I know they are new because they only had 4 reviews with a minimum amount of pictures, so I will be as polite as I can. We were greeted and seated. They staff seems to be occupied by novices of a younger generation. Very timid, little etiquette, limited experience, and not very knowledgeable. I can see the etiquette flows from management. I will get back to that . We are placing our order; I kind of feel sorry for our waitress, She just did not know a lot about the menu when asked a question and she had to go get verification. Interacting with her was where I noticed that she was awfully timid. We started with drinks and then ordered! The only margarita she mentioned was the house margarita which was a lime margarita and we ordered the blue paradise. Our Order* They started us off with salsa and chips. Burrito and French fries- This was a deformed burrito, more lopsided rather than being a sphere. And no dressing at all. Beef nacho- Enchiladas supreme- 4 corn tortillas: 1 cheese, 1 bean. 1 ground beef, and one shredded chicken, topped with supreme sauce and shredded cheese, served with lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream. The presentation was overloaded for me. View picture. The meal was wet and had too much sauce. The ground beef and cheese enchiladas were a hit, the otters were a miss. The chicken was dry with no flavor and the bean enchilada was flavorless. At the end of our meal our waitress was taking away the empty plates and took away the remainder of my margarita. I mentioned it to her and the only thing she knew how to do was apologize and smile. I did not forget about the manager. At the beginning of our dining experience I summoned the manager to our table, just to gather information for this review. He waved me off and told me that my waitress will be right over but he eventually came over and that is when I found out that they have been in business for 16 months. At the end of our meal the manager came over to see how we enjoyed our meal. At this point, I did not see any reason to express any concerns. Why did I not ask this information from our waitress, lol, reason has been stated. I do wish this restaurant success and growth. Elite Tip- It would not hurt for the manager to walk the floor. Inspire more, Yelp more!