In a spur of the moment NYE trip to the ever bustling Lake Oconee area, my partner in crime…read morerecommended this little spot tucked away in a business development. Expecting expensive food with small portions due to the crowd of wine moms and preppy high schoolers seated inside and out, I was greeted with the aromas of fresh coffee, a clean and well organized restaurant and a menu with numerous meals that sounded not only delicious, but affordable too! Still a little skeptical, I ordered the prime rib sandwich with homemade potato chips and my companion had the chicken avocado bacon club or something like that, paired with a nice Samoa coffee. The register worker was patient and nice despite us being there just before close (special NYE hours we thought they'd be open later our bad) and in what felt like mere seconds our sandwiches arrived! For under $10, I'm not sure you could find a fresher, faster, and more delicious meal this side of the Miss'ippi. I'll start with the sandwiches, and furthermore, the bread; not just crispy, but with that great sourdough chew as well! Really an incredible balance between crunchy and chewy. Just the right thickness, and absorbent for my prime rib's Anjou. The meat was well prepared, flavorful, fresh, and tender as could be, and that aforementioned Anjou even tasted like it wasn't made with a mix or packet (though if it was nbd). I can't emphasize enough how fresh it all tasted, truly a delightful meal. The old lady's chicken avocado bacon club (maybe) performed equally well or even better. The bacon was perfectly cooked in my humble opinion, and the chicken was far from dry or tasteless. Even the avocado, not typically a favorite of mine on a sandwich, I thought was a great addition for the bite or two that I stole. Moving on to the sides, which were maybe not as filling as a scoop of mac and cheese or a bowl of chili (which I think we could have ordered had we coughed up a couple more bucks), but were not forgettable either. The salad, like EVERYTHING else, was as fresh as possible, and the vinaigrette was sweet and tangy. My homemade (cool right?) potato chips had a lovely funk almost like an aged cheese along with a great crack and nutty flavor. Not one bite of our lunches made it past 2024, as we spared not one leaf of lettuce or a single chip. Even the coffee (Samoa with some kind of syrup and milk) was delicious, just a tad sweet for my liking but tasting quite legit, not like one you'd get from a gas station cappuccino machine. I would be remiss if I did not mention the people. For 2pm, this place was HOPPING. And every worker there had a smile on their face! Not only this, but they happily brought our food to us outside. I was lucky enough to briefly chat with the owner, Lane, as he casually checked on the tables outside. He came across as authentic, cheerful, and involved, and explained he planned to keep the prices low and the food fresh and fast just as it was in our experience. Genuinely can't recommend this place enough, I will 100% be back if I don't die in a freak accident. Made our day trip to the area worth it. Cafe 44 was the perfect place to have lunch on the beautiful day we were blessed with to finish off the year! Thanks Cafe 44! p.s. I seriously can't emphasize enough how fresh this food was, like they made every portion size one at a time for each meal (though I am fairly certain this is not the case it was that good, think artisan farmers market ingredients). Thinking about eating at Subway now that I've eaten here just about makes me sick!

I really liked the tomato basil soup and the blackened chicken wrap. The avocado was perfect. My bf…read moresad his california club wasn't great because the chicken was a little cold and he didn't like the "canned chicken" texture. Otherwise though very pleasant. Very busy on Saturdays.

Great local business! Best chicken salad in the area and the stuffed breads are amazing! Definitely…read morea place to visit.

Everything I have bought from here has been great! Especially love their chicken salad!read more

Visited here with my mom for lunch. She had the chicken fried steak meal which she liked. I had the…read moreSunrise burger with fries. Very good (lil greasy) but I enjoyed. Our server Hazel was WONDERFUL and attentive to everything we needed. What a pleasure she was. We will definitely be going back.

Food was great, service was good. I ordered a cocktail and no one knew how to make it but when they…read morefigured it out it was delicious. I can't stand kids in restaurants and will leave if mine act up so you can enjoy your meal. That said I had my 2 1/2 year old grandson and the staff really catered to him.

Hubs and I spent a weekend at Lake Oconee and were so glad to find a PJ's Coffee nearby! This PJ's…read moreshares a building with Marco's, but they have two separate entrances, so no confusion there. There's a drive-thru and ample parking if you decide to go inside. We were greeted upon entering. The space is nice, bright, and spacious. The dining room has plenty of seating including couches. I ordered a cinnamon honey oat milk latte, my go-to order everywhere I go. They have something similar on the menu. I also got a cinnamon roll. My husband ordered a custom drink. Our drinks were ready in minutes. We enjoyed them to go. Will most likely make another stop when we're back at Lake Oconee!

I wish they had locations in the Bay Area so I could go all the time. Delicious coffee drinks and…read moregreat atmosphere. I haven't had the pastries yet, which is why I'm keeping this review to 4 stars. I plan to go again and prioritize a baked goodie!

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.

Beautiful Setting, Disappointing Service…read more We frequent this restaurant because the venue itself is a great place to spend time. Unfortunately, the food has consistently been mediocre, and today's brunch was no exception. What really prompted this review, though, was the service. At her meal-arrival check-in, I told our server that we were missing a side item, and she acknowledged it. At the end of the meal, after the entrée had been eaten, I again confirmed that the side had never arrived. Since it was too late to receive the item, I asked whether they would consider taking a percentage off the bill. Rather than addressing my request or apologizing for the oversight, the server asked my dining companion whether he would prefer the missing item packaged to go. That was an odd assumption; not only that he should be the one to decide, but that he was necessarily the person paying for the inadequate meal. The bigger issue is that when a customer expresses dissatisfaction, the server should listen, apologize, and, involve management to determine how to make the situation right. At minimum, an apology would have gone a long way; unfortunately, none was offered. With the prices being charged and the food being only so-so, this restaurant really needs to capitalize on what it does have going for it, the beautiful setting. By making the service experience exceptional, a lot of faults could be overlooked. We enjoy coming here and would love to see the restaurant do better.

Lake Oconee is about an hour outside of Atlanta, and trust me--it's worth the trip! The…read moreRitz-Carlton is packed with things to explore, from scenic views to incredible restaurants. We caught it right as Hurricane Isaias was rolling in, which gave the lake a beautiful, moody ambiance. For the main event, I gobbled up the Bolognese from Amore del Lago--rigatoni with heavy Mariana. (I hope you get the joke! ) CJ and Will gave attentive and amazing service.

We came here for dinner and had made a reservation for 2 people a few weeks prior. It was wide open…read moreat the time, but was pretty full as the time got closer. We decided last minute to join some friends who already had a reservation so they canceled ours and added us to our friends with no issue. It was hard to understand why the reservation system showed little availability as the restaurant was half empty. May be they were short staffed. We were seated in their fully enclosed patio at a low table (there were high tops as well). Our server was very knowledgable about the menu and offered up the specials from memory. We started with the focaccia, which I highly recommend! Everyone at our table thought it was the best they've had. It came with a whipped ricotta and olive tapenade, both of which were excellent! For my entree, I had the carnivora pizza which was perfectly cooked. Thin and slightly crunchy, there were not a ton of toppings that overwhelmed the crust, which was good in this case. The calabrian chiles gave it a nice kick and made the meal for me! My only issue was that they got my leftovers mixed up so when I opened them the next morning, it was not my food!

We were celebrating our August Birthdays: Lovely location, delicious meal, excellent serviceread more

Overall, disappointing evening. Appetizer was wagyu toast. It didn't resemble the picture at all. 3…read moretiny balls on basically a Stacy's toast chip. Korean BBQ tacos were without any Korean flavor or BBQ for that matter, slaw on top flavorless as well. Shrimp and grits would have been somewhat redeeming but NOTE they are not red shrimp. Even the server said it was a "lighter" version. Read smaller portion, cheaper ingredients. We had to sit outside because the music inside was very loud. There were unbiased tables everywhere. Our server even forgot to put in our appetizer. Sad I drove 45 minutes there and spent 75 dollars to be honest.

Nice little coffee shop at the Ritz! It is a little overpriced, but the food was great- we got…read moresalads and loved them. They have a lot of pastries and coffee, and great for a quick bite!

While on vacation, I came to the Coffee Shop every day. The Chai tea latte with 2 pumps lavender…read moreand 2 pumps simple syrup was my absolute favorite. In addition, the people working there are just so kind. Pilar is an absolute joy and I forgot his name, but I think there is only 1 guy and he is Awesome. When you stay at the Ritz, you have to go by. Even better after you come from the spa.

Ambiance is very casual, very clean and kept up but a bit noisy in the larger room; outside…read moreseating. Service was very friendly and helpful. Food was great: calamari, quesadilla, smash burger, double donut/jelly/bacon/smash burger! Fries and all drinks were very good.

Awful meal @ $104.92 for three- low quality food, paper products to eat off of, three cups of water…read morein plastic solo cups. We even had to go up to the bar to place our order. We had fish and chips- the chips were literally out of a bag, the cole slaw was inedible, the fish was 5 out of a scale of 10. A kale salad which was awful and a double hamburger with the same awful chips. $104.92....

Good food great service just was I was missing, a real diner.read more

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!