Food was delicious country cooking - no pretenses, just home cooking at reasonable prices. Generous…read moreportions and very fresh. It was a little crowded but that's just because it's so popular a mood meal, fast service and friends. Will be back soon

What a surprise. Generous portions. Food was tasty. Fried fish was better than most fish…read morerestaurants. Service was spot on.

Perhaps best place in blue ridge ga!!!!! You are not going to regret going there. Been going there…read moreevery year for our vacation, its very busy place and wait time can be long but it is very well worth wait if you are in mood for good southern food

Our group of 8 went for lunch the day before Mother's Day. The food and service were both…read moreexcellent, but the kicker was that they gifted the 4 ladies a Happy Mother's Day card and bread pudding for dessert. Very classy move. Will definitely be back the next time in Blue Ridge!

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.

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

The service is outstanding here. The manager, a middle aged black man, is THE BEST person this…read morerestaurant could place at its front doors. He is southern and fits the spot to the T. The food is your every day lunch southern buffet fair, I tried numerous options and each were good. The price is suitable for the food. The house itself if decorated nicely and up to date with holiday decor, Easter was so cute! I'll go back later in June to see the July decor!

Beautiful old home with lots of charm and character. The staff and service were excellent--very…read morefriendly and attentive. It was a little warm inside when we visited, but still an enjoyable experience overall. For the buffet, the food was decent with a good variety. There were many southern-style dishes, a nice salad bar, and lots of desserts to choose from. The fried chicken was great, and it was a nice surprise to see low boil seafood available as well. One thing worth noting is that you're required to put on a disposable glove every time you get a plate at the buffet, which felt like a good step for cleanliness. Overall, a pleasant experience with great service, good comfort food, and a charming atmosphere.

Great food and service you won't be disappointed by trying them out. Even tho it is small it packs…read morea punch

I'm telling all my friends about this place! Great modern take on a meat and 3…read more What happened to all the meat and 3s? They are hard to find these days but this one is great ! Fried chicken -great! Fried catfish -great ! Smash burger - better than the other burger places ! Sides are all great as well. Collards are some of the best I've had in a restaurant setting. Salads are great too. ( Side and entree ) Service is good and fast as you order and pay at counter and then sit and wait for them to bring your food to the table. Then they continue to wait on you. Filling drinks and bringing you what you need. I feel like the owners are always in there working- making sure the place runs well. Talking to people, running food out. I always feel taken care of. This place is on our regular rotation.

We were driving down 441 last week and remembered the sign at 59 pointing toward Smitty's. We said,…read morewe should go. in my email box this week is my weekly Yelp suggestions and what is at the top? Smitty's! It is a "plate of shrimp" moment of off we go. Smitty's is about a mile up 51 from the biggest truck stop interchange on 85. The building complex is a very cool set of older buildings that look like a barbecue restaurant. There is a giant stack of wood outside so this looks promising. When you go in, seats yourself and someone will be there to serve you right away. The menu is typical barbecue fare with a couple other items too. I ordered the brisket plate, Megan had a chicken fried steak. The brisket was tender and smokey with a little salt and pepper in the seasoning. It was good and meaty. The fries were good as was the okra. The stew was flavorful with tomato and corn. Megan's chicken fried steak was very good. It was beefy and tender and cooked just right. Her potato came with big cups of butter, cheese, and sour cream. And she ate her whole salad. This was a special road trip for use because of the Yelp suggestion. But if we are back in the area again we will defiantly hit them up again.

I travel for work a lot and have had lunch at hundreds of local spots coast to coast. Smittys felt…read morelike having dinner at home, but better and I did t have to clean up. The service was 5star, food was 6 stars. Made my trip driving how from Greenville to ATL the best. Brisket was perfect, green beans were awesome and the peach cobbler was better than a cherry on top.

Ahhh Rachel's, let me count the ways! So good, meat and three restaurant. Absolutely packed at the…read morelunch hour with locals. My first trip in got the fried pork chop a with sweet potato mash and green beans. All were delicious! The sweet tea was perfect too, not too sweet. Kind of small on the inside and it gets packed out, so you may have a wait, but it's well worth it. Recently moved a family member to the area, so we will be frequent visitors here!

We were in Athens and wanted to give Rachel's Southern Style Restaurant a try. We mentioned it was…read moreour first time in the restaurant and two people heading out the door told us they were regulars and we would really like it. Let's just say the restaurant exceeded the hype. First off a Thank You to Chiara for the great service. I ordered the chicken fried chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy and Mac and Cheese. My better half had the fried pork chop, collards along with the mashed potatoes and gravy. We both loved our meals loaded with great flavor and the tenderness of the entree's. Now the cornbread was just like what my wife's granny used to make. Can't forget the chocolate fudge cake. We highly recommend you stop in to give them a try. We know we will be back the next time we are in town.

We started our breakfast with a hot Wildflower Mocha and a Mocha Latte. The Mocha Latte was…read moreoutstanding....rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced. I wanted to try their pancakes but didn't want a full stack, and our server Robin was wonderful in recommending the Sweet Start. One thing we really appreciated is that all breakfast entrees include coffee or tea, and the prices are already very reasonable. We were also pleasantly surprised to learn that even though we ordered specialty coffees, we could still enjoy complimentary refills of regular coffee. The restaurant has a charming and unique atmosphere, with every table looking a little different from the next. For my meal, I ordered the Sweet Start, which included one pancake, eggs, and bacon. I also appreciated the transparency from the staff. When I asked for an extra serving of their homemade pecan butter, I was informed upfront that there would be an additional charge....a level of honesty that's surprisingly rare these days. My husband ordered the Banana Nut French Toast comes with homemade whipped cream and homemade pecan butter, which also came with bacon. He added a side of eggs as well. Everything was delicious. I'm especially particular about pancakes, and I can honestly say they serve some of the best pancakes I've had. The food was excellent, the service was friendly and attentive, and what stood out most was how genuinely happy all the staff seemed to be. It created a warm and welcoming atmosphere that made our visit even more enjoyable. We would definitely return the next time we're in the area.

Right from the start the staff was attentive and greeting us. Due to the popularity of The Sawmill…read morePlace, we had a wait but the wait was short. Crafted custom iced coffee was ordered and delivered directly from the barista. We ordered the Hot Honey & Pimento Cheese Fried Chicken Biscuit and the Brisket Hash. Absolutely delicious! The grits were the best. I don't eat grits because it's a texture thing but my husband talked me into it. They were so creamy and flavorful. I think you turned me into someone that will eat them again. The brisket hash was so good and the Certified Angus Beef was absolutely flavorful. Very nice atmosphere, very well maintained and recently vacated tables attended to quickly. The staff was super friendly and definitely a must go to place when in the area.

The food was good ole country cooking. My husband had the meatloaf while my friend had the baked…read morechicken. Both were excellent. I really enjoyed everything I got, especially the squash casserole and homemade Mac and cheese. The servers were extremely friendly and I enjoyed browsing the items they had for sale. We will definitely be back! All 3 of us got the special which was 1 meat, 2 sides, bread, drink and dessert. We all brought our dessert home. I can't say enough about the coconut cream pudding.

Amazing breakfast with exceptional service in this great local dining establishment. New to the…read morearea and was my first visit here. Won't be my last! Highly recommended