Hoochee's is a small food truck with covered outdoor seating right along the Chattahoochee. It…read moreshares a parking lot with the tubing place next door, where restrooms are available. The best part is definitely the setting--you can sit and watch tubers float down the river while you eat. Just keep in mind there are no fans or air conditioning, so it can get pretty hot... The menu posted on the food truck/website is not the full menu, so make sure to ask for the paper copy. They're known for the Buddha Burger and also have some healthier options. The food was okay for me, but if you love greasy smash burgers, you'd probably rate it much higher. One thing I didn't love was the pricing. Prices have increased, and there is an upcharge for paying by credit card that I didn't see mentioned on their website. There are also no fountain drinks--everything is bottled and purchased separately. Service was great. The person cooking and serving us was very friendly and genuinely eager to tell us about the food, the location, and their sister restaurant (Hoochee's River basket). Overall, I'd stop by again if I were already in the area, especially for a casual picnic-style meal with a nice river view. The atmosphere/location is really what makes it unique.

Comfort food at its finest!…read more Biscuits & gravy, cold brew French toast & a breakfast burrito had my husband and I full all day! Cool little spot on the creek. Not impressed with service - not the friendliest, but 4 stars for the creekside location & the food.

Went to Dotties this morning. What a surprise. Cafeteria style order. We got the Dotties special…read more Eggs, bacon, cheese grits, and cat head biscuits and gravy. We also got the sausage biscuit. Everything was wonderful. Great country breakfast. The service was really good. These folks hustle. We will be back a few more times while we are here. Recommend.

Some friends and I dipped in here for breakfast on a Sunday morning during Oktoberfest. It wasn't…read morebad. But it was a little confusing and seemed fairly Unorganized. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by an employee. She asked if we'd ever been there before. And being the tourists that we were, we told her that we hadn't. She explained that it was a cafeteria style and that we'd order with her and move down the line and pay. OK, cool. So, we ordered with her. But nothing got dished up. The orders went to the back to get made. Not a big deal. Just a little confusing. The other two members of my party ordered first and moved down the line but there was nobody at the register so they found a seat. By the time I made it down someone was there and we managed to get it figured out. The food took a minute but finally came out. There seemed to be some confusion in getting orders delivered but we eventually got our food. Again, not cafeteria style at all. The food was delivered to our table. All in all it was fine. The food was really pretty good. One the pricey side for what you get but that's everything in Helen. I feel like we might not have caught them on their best day. I'd return.

What an absolute little gem!…read more From the moment you arrive, you can tell Hofer's Bakery & Café is special. Even with a long line of people waiting to be seated, nobody seems frustrated or impatient. Everyone seems to understand that it's a small place, there's a process, and it's worth the wait. The atmosphere honestly feels like showing up at Grandma's house for breakfast -- cozy, welcoming, a little busy, and filled with people who are simply happy to be there. One important tip if you're coming specifically for breakfast: GET HERE EARLY! Breakfast is served until 11:30 a.m., but they gauge their cutoff based on how many people are already waiting in line. For example, if it's 10:30 and there are already 15-20 people waiting, they may cut off the breakfast line at that point and let everyone arriving afterward know they'll be serving lunch. So don't wait until 11:15 thinking you still have plenty of time! The food is fresh, and one of my favorite things was watching the bakery items continually come out warm, tray after tray. You can tell things are being made fresh rather than simply sitting around. They have two separate lines -- one for the bakery and another for the café -- which helps keep everything organized. My server, Barbara, was incredibly friendly, pleasant, and welcoming. She made an already wonderful experience that much better. Parking can be a little challenging because of the size and location, but don't let that discourage you. You can drop someone off near the front before parking, and if you arrive early enough, there is additional parking down below. There is also a ramp available for those needing easier accessibility. This is exactly the kind of little place I love discovering while traveling -- great food, friendly people, small-town charm, and an experience that feels personal rather than commercial. I would absolutely recommend Hofer's Bakery & Café to family and friends, and I'd even tell them it's worth going out of their way to visit this charming little town just for the experience. Come hungry, come early, be patient with the process, soak in the atmosphere, and definitely save room for something warm from the bakery!

I've been here twice for breakfast (both times during Oktoberfest) and enjoyed both visits…read moreimmensely. I liked it so much last year I came back this year. Hofer's is part bakery, part restaurant and part retail. It might sound like a lot but it comes together seamlessly in terms of a customer experience. The food, service and atmosphere are all great. If you're going for breakfast, I'd suggest getting there early. This year I showed up about 20 minutes early and I wasn't the first person there. I did make it into the dinning room on the first round of seating. The line gets long but I'd also say it's worth the wait. They have a great fully covered patio with a fair amount of seating. If you're in town, for whatever reason, I'd strongly suggest swinging by for some food and/or drink.

Great spot to get away from the hoopla of the main strip in Helen, GA but still be somewhat close…read more It's about an 8-minute drive to this cute coffee house from Helen. It seems to be a local favorite because it was pretty busy when we arrived. We got the last spot in the parking lot. The lot is not paved (dirt and mulch); however, if you have a Tesla they have two charging units in the lot. Staff are very friendly and inviting and they do a good job of cleaning and maintaining the coffee station and customer seating areas. Prices are competitive to other businesses in the area, although the coffee is a bit expensive in my opinion, but it is delicious. I ordered an Americano and it was one probably the best one we had on our whole trip. Nancy and I both ordered coffee's, the Americano was $5.75 and her Coffee of the Day was $4.00. For our breakfast we decided on the Bacon Quiche $7.50 and the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit $6.95 to share. The Quiche was on point; it was much better than the Biscuit Sandwich. Don't get me wrong both items tasted yummy it's just the biscuit was quite dry. Nancy had to ask for Jelly to spruce it up. They didn't charge extra for the jelly and after adding the jelly the sandwich was actually the bomb; something for the menu development team to ponder. There is not a lot of seating here but it seems most customers are in and out quick except for a few that are working on laptops and whatnot. All-in-all, a great spot for a quick breakfast or brunch and fresh ground and deliciously brewed coffee. I recommend them if you are in the area.

We stopped here coffee and quiche are really good!…read more Biscuit egg and bacon was dry. Ask for jelly ! Inside and outside seating. Dirt parking lots Tesla charger station. Lots of pottery for sale. Good price. Across the street from the folk pottery Museum. Friendly staff

Lunch and dessert- family of four and we all loved! Pepperoni, veggie, ham, had nutella and…read morestrawberry for dessert. The owner was there and he gave us samples to try too. They were so nice. Not much seating, we came later in the day and got a table. Highly recommend!

Service excellent Crepes and pancakes excellent…read more I had 10 mini pancakes with Nutella and banana. Perfect Wife had savory crepe with turkey, cheese, bacon . Perfect Small place: 6tables and some bar seats. On main stretch in downtown helen. Great for breakfast or lunch

A great spot to stop for a cold drink and some conversation…read more Pricing is very reasonable considering your in Helen, GA. Craft beer is $8.99, domestics are $3.89, and they have PBR on draft for $3.50, nice! They also carry a great selection of 500 ml bottle German beer. I had to get an Ayinger Dunkel and followed that up with a PBR, which gave me a nice happy buzz while we shopped around. Their weekly bar menu has a special for each day and the items range between $10-$12, which isn't bad at all. We didn't order any food but the food that was coming out looked great. Staff were friendly and efficient; I would definitely return again if I was ever back in Helen. One thing to note is this bar is not very big so it can fill up quick during festivals and on the weekend, they do have some tables out on the patio and I'm sure the party can expand out to the lot; regardless, Betty's Porch is a great little hangout spot in Helen and I recommend them.

Great place. Open bar. Outside seating. Inside is the big…read morestore with food, meats and gifts. Fun place to hang out and meet the locals. We heard a lot of stories about the business.

The entire staff was extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating. The pancakes are huge as are…read morethe cups of coffee. This restaurant is very farm to table with big cups of coffee! Note: they do not have any soda types of drinks

Came here just for the gluten free items in the bakery but wasn't totally blown away…read more The cafe is very cute and so is the attached store. The bakery items are just so-so. I appreciate that they had gluten free but they had an odd aftertaste and quite a bit dry and falling apart.

Alpine Pizza Garden is absolutely sensational! I've been a fan since their grand opening -- the…read moreMeatball Parmesan was the first thing I ordered back then, and today I made a point of coming back just to try it again... and wow, it was just as incredible as I remembered! The flavor is truly indescribable -- the meatballs are perfectly cooked, and the marinara sauce is rich, bold, and unforgettable. The service was fast and very attentive, which made everything even better. There was live music playing during my visit, and it created the perfect vibe. Add to that a clean, cozy, and welcoming environment, and you've got yourself a 10/10 experience. And here's a lovely touch: they had grated Parmesan cheese available right at the table -- as much as you want! That small detail made the experience feel extra special. Trust me: if you go, order the Meatball Parmesan -- you won't regret it.

First, it's a nice location. But that's it. They were not busy at all. Very slow poor service…read more Food was horrible. I ordered buffalo chicken dip. There was no chicken, just sauce. My husband ordered a calzone. It looked gross and tasted the same. I ordered a Martini which was on the menu, but I am not sure what they brought. Bunch of employees just walking around.

Great coffee and breakfast sandwiches! Spotted this Cafe on a walk when on the hunt for breakfast,…read moreand it became our favorite go-to spot. The coffee is piping hot, and the food choices are all delicious. Don't skip the cheese grits (with or without the jalapeños), it is the best! They plan to expand with a Biergarten in the future, and if it's anything like their cafe with great choices and friendly service, it'll be a hit for sure!

Good coffee and friendly service. A nice sitting area and…read moredecent parking. I got the Campfire and it was yummy!

Loved the food! My party got the burger, breakfast plate, soup, and fried cheese and all of us…read moreloved it! We also got the ice cream and it was very noWould definitely come back. Atmosphere was simple and chic. Nice casual lunch spot especially if you have kids and it's close to the main downtown area of Helen. Free parking spot if you're coming specifically here. Worth the trip! Service was friendly and helped with anything we needed.

Family friendly German and Czech food. We had our dog with us and they found us a placed outside on…read morethe covered porch. The food was good, with good portions. Service was friendly. My grandson loved his spaetzle, my daughter loved her brats. The goulash was good, but not great: I'll have something else next time. Did not go inside, so I cannot speak to noise or ambiance. The porch was nice, though.