Best kept secret down this stretch of the South might just be Peggy's fried chicken…read more Now, a great many places have the confidence to fry a bird. That is not the same as knowing what they're doing. Plenty can make chicken hot. Fewer can make it memorable. Peggy's managed the rarer thing. This was the kind of fried chicken that makes a man quiet for a minute and reconsider whether he has properly valued his past blessings. They had other meats on the menu, and I do not doubt they were prepared by decent people with honest intentions, but ordering anything besides the fried chicken would have felt like showing up at a revival and asking for directions to a yoga class. And the sides, Lord help me, the sides were no afterthought. If I had not attended the funerals myself, I might have suspected my great grandma, grandma, and momma were back there in the kitchen, keeping an eye on the pots. Forgive me, Mammaw G, Mammaw, and Mom, but Peggy's had the better day with that chicken. I say that with love, respect, and a willingness to dodge a lightning bolt if one has been set aside for me. Fried okra, green beans, sweet potatoes, and mac and cheese, which any Southerner with good sense knows is a vegetable when it needs to be, spread across our plates like a family reunion of the righteous. The only medical advisory I'd offer is this: if your doctor has warned you against coating your insides with salt, you may want to admire from a respectful distance. And the sweet tea was right. Not tea-flavored water with ambition. Sweet tea. Properly made. The sort that lets you know nobody in the building is interested in modern nonsense. Next time I'm rolling down I-20, I may well make the turn toward Wrens again just to see whether Peggy's can do it twice. But judging by the regulars, the handshakes, the easy way the staff knew folks by name, and the fact they made us feel halfway local ourselves, I'd say this was no one-off. This felt less like a lucky meal and more like the kind of place that still believes doing something well is reason enough to keep doing it.

Just passing through town,coming from to Lawrenceville Ga. by way of New York, I stopped a local…read moreand he referred Peggy's. My grandson and I were hungry so we scurried over to get a place to go because they close at 8:30. We were kindly greeted and informed that the cooks have left the building but they had buffet style. The server came out and prepared our to go plates with care. We ordered sweet ice teas, had great conversation and I'm out merry way. I had Chuck beef over rice, candied yams, lima beens and a biscuit. OMG the food was as it should be, comfort food. Every bite was delicious and that biscuit melted in my mouth. The ice tea was perfectly crafted. My grandson had fried chicken in Mac n Cheese. He didn't expound in its taste but he gobbled it up with no complaints. I would say that he enjoyed it. I know the locals enjoy this restaurant because it seems like Peggy's is a staple in the community. It's too bad that I won't be back here but I am glad that I supported this restaurant rather than going to a fast food that's close by. Thank you to the staff for making us feel welcomed and by serving us with care. I choose chuck beef over rice, yams, lima beens, and a biscuit. I felt nostalgic eating this food reminiscing from days of past, living in the south and eating soul food

This was our first time dining at Pond Restaurant, and overall it was a good first experience. The…read morecustomer service really stood out. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The food came out fresh and hot, and everything had good flavor. You can tell care was put into the preparation. It was a pleasant dining experience, and we'd consider coming back again.

My husband & I tried this restaurant for the first time for a birthday dinner, hoping for a special…read moreevening. We unfortunately left disappointed. For cocktails, my husband ordered the Mango Sunshine & I ordered the Cucumber Mojito. Both were refreshing & tasted good overall, but did seem quite weak. For dinner, my husband ordered the braised short rib from the Specials menu & I ordered the lamb chops, one of my absolute favorite foods. I ordered the lamb chops medium rare & they were quite overdone, with the last one I tried to eat being well done. The brussels sprouts on the other hand were quite underdone, and were solid to the point that I couldn't even stick my fork through them. I asked for asparagus as a replacement, which ended up being underdone as well. My husband felt his mashed potatoes were too salty & that his broccoli was cooked into mush, but had no issues with the short rib. On a positive note, the staff was very friendly, & the complimentary biscuits were absolutely delicious. Overall, for the high prices they charge at this establishment, it is absolutely not worth it. I do not think we will be returning.

Since they opened, my husband and I have been wanting to check out Woodlands Coffee Roasters &…read moreCafé, and we finally made it happen on a Sunday evening around 6pm (they close at 7pm daily). From the moment we walked in, the vibe felt like a cozy cabin retreat with rustic accents. It was clear that a lot of intentional thought went into designing this space, it's one of those cafés where you keep noticing little details the longer you're inside. Merch is everywhere in a very on-brand way. Immediately to the right, there are T-shirts, mugs, and other coffee-related items for sale, including ground coffee beans. Just about everything is branded with the café's name. Personally, I'm not sure I'd wear a hat or T-shirt with a restaurant's name unless I worked there, but I can see how fans of the brand would enjoy it. Seating options are plentiful and varied, which I really appreciated. You can sit inside, on the rooftop, or on the outside patio. According to their website, they also rent out the Legacy Room, rooftop, fire pit in the rear, or even the entire house, with pricing clearly listed. They also host monthly events, which makes this spot feel very community-oriented. While it wasn't super crowded when we arrived, the chatter was lively and created a nice, welcoming energy. The staff matched that vibe, friendly, warm, and attentive from the start. The menu offers a variety of coffee drinks, teas, and smoothies, along with breakfast, lunch, and a custom brunch menu on Sundays. I would love to see more vegetarian options added to the menu, though. That said, there was a solid pastry selection, including several vegan and gluten-free options, which was nice to see. I ordered one of the January specials, the White Mocha Valencia Latte, and my husband went with an Americano. Drinks are available in 12oz, 16oz, and 20oz sizes. We also ordered the Flatbread. The online menu listed mushrooms as an optional topping, but they didn't have any available, so I opted for no toppings. We decided to eat the flatbread there, and a very amicable young lady brought it out to our table. I really appreciated that the staff took the time to double-check with the kitchen before saying no to anything. I asked if they had crushed red peppers for the very cheesy flatbread, and after checking, she let me know they didn't. My latte was enjoyable, well balanced and sweet without being overbearing. The flatbread was just okay for me. I wasn't a fan of the marinara, and I think crushed red peppers would have helped elevate the flavor had they been available. Overall, we enjoyed our time at Woodlands. The space was clean, the staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was ideal for writing, reading, or catching up with friends over coffee. It's definitely a thoughtfully designed café with a lot of potential, and I'm glad we finally made it in.

This was a very good cafe! The atmosphere was perfect, and the workers were kind and got our drinks…read moreout quickly. There were lots of different seating options and food choices. The only problem I had was with my Woodlaccino. It was very good, but didn't taste very much like coffee, so there was room for improvement. I still enjoyed it very much and recommend it, though. The matcha was a good, too. Overall, I would totally recommend this cafe. Perfect for people who like coffee while thrifting since it's right next to a thrift store!

Our waitress, Stephanie, was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond with her customer…read moreservice, and even anticipated our most unlikely request. Our group of five had every accommodation met with a smile and wanting to know if there was anything else she could do for us. The owners have an amazing person on their staff, and are lucky to have Stephanie! Not only was Stephanie amazing, but the food was outstanding! I wish there was a location on the West Coast so we could enjoy our new favorite breakfast spot! The whipping cream was freshly made, and you could tell it was not from a can! Everything was freshly prepared like it came from our own kitchen.

I love coming here for an amazing breakfast/brunch. Today was no different and expected the same…read moreamazing food we've always been served. Today though, Dexter, you really knocked it out of the park. With your personalized greeting, your unapologetically you flare, you made us feel like we were at YOUR establishment and getting a specialized meal just for us from you. Dexter you put a smile on everyone's faces and just lit up the room. Thank you!

We make a special point of stopping at the Grits Cafe going or coming from Florida! Never been…read moredisappointed. Tonight, we enjoyed Grits Sticks that were piping hot with a delightful, pickled slaw. I ordered the amazing Shrimp and grits martini. Shrimp was seasoned and cooked to perfection along with creamy mushroom grits. OMG the bacon crumbles on top made it so-o-o good! Husband loved his crab ravioli in a light sauce. Never had a bad meal here in the years we make sure to stop. A real gem in this quant town 60 miles from Atlanta. Real southern fare with gourmet touch. Prices were more than fair compared to Florida eateries. White glove service from Sophie and upscale ambiance.

When we are traveling to and from Florida, we always make sure that we land to be able to enjoy the…read moreGrits Cafe. It is a culinary delight in Georgia well worth a little out of the way travel this last time my husband had lamb which was cooked to perfection and I had something I've never had which was a shrimp and grits martini. Basically it was served in a martini glass, which was very attractive and it was perfect. The shrimp was seasoned well the Grits had Gouda cheese in them and were delightful all in all it was absolutely delicious. We also tried their fried Grits sticks, which were very yummy again it's one of our favorite places to travel to in Georgia, highly highly recommended.

On a whim, I ordered their bacon, egg, and cheese brunch quesadillas and coffee cake muffins via…read moreUber Eats. The quesadillas were JAM-packed with fluffy eggs, perfectly fried bacon, and delicious cheddar cheese. The coffee cake muffins were indulgently dense yet flavorful and all without being too sweet (the muffin top was so wonderful, I found myself turning the muffin upside down so I could save the best for last! ). I had a great experience even though it was delivered, and I WILL be ordering from them again!

Quaint little book themed coffee shop with a very unique book themed decor. Even the table tops are…read moreplastered with pages from books. I sat at the Color Purple Table. You place your order and the counter and grab a seat. The menu is massive so it would be a good idea to take a peek prior to arrival. The food menu wasn't on display however they had folded menus at the register to view. I had the Toni Morrison Iced Latte Caramel Vanilla Brown Sugar with almond milk. It was delicious not too sweet. I also had the cheese quiche. It was a really nice size portion. Definitely recommend checking this place out.

OMG this place was wonderful full of life the customer service was spectacular soon as you enter…read morethe doors. Destiny with her beautiful smile greeted my wife and I. The Dining room was very spacious and full of Panama decor that takes you on a journey with the delicious food. I thoroughly enjoyed it and will be back with more family and friends!!! Rikki and Team keep up the incredible atmosphere you all have created here.

Visited here for lunch for the first time, and I really liked the friendly service and atmosphere…read more They were prepared for the lunch rush and our food came out so fast, in minutes... it was fresh hot and delicious. I liked the spicy beef, and hot sauce. For the side, I chose the stuffed avocado and I could have eaten 3 of these:) Enjoyed the food and will definitely become a repeat customer!

Food is amazing, coming from Miami, it seems to be difficult to find authentic Cuban food, you will…read morenot be disappointed....

There are very few places in middle GA to get Caribbean food so I'm so thankful I found this little…read moregem! The food tastes authentic and they serve up traditional cocktails. The wait staff was very friendly. You do feel like you're on island time when you're here. Its also pet friendly outside.

I ate at Orleans in Carroll for my last birthday. They were super nice and the food was excellent!…read moreWe had a toddler with us but he enjoyed his meal as well! I will definitely go back for another visit!

Stopped by New Orleans on Carroll Street and had a great meal. The fried chicken over creamy grits…read morewith gravy isn't on the menu, but it was recommended by a former worker and it did not disappoint. Crispy, flavorful chicken with smooth, buttery grits made for a perfect combo. The egg rolls were also solid with the dipping sauces. Overall, good food and a nice vibe. I'd definitely come back.

This was a good lunch stop before leaving the area after a business trip. I let this experience…read moregrow cold on me after a month or so, so won't have a ton of details. Shopping center type set up. I got a tasty Philly Cheesesteak as I recall & a side that was some type of cold salad type thing. Not a lettuce salad - wish I could recall. Didn't look the best but was good. Friendly counter folks got me taken care of quickly.

If you are near Greensboro, GA this cafe is an essential spot to visit. We were delighted to meet…read moreAli and Jess, who were both a great representative of the kindness in this town. If you are looking for a cute cafe to eat brunch look no further!