If you're in Marietta and craving some truly divine soul food, you have to stop by The Manna House…read more I ordered the catfish with mac 'n cheese, collard greens, and cornbread, and let me just say, this meal was worth every extra minute it took to get off I-75. Let's start with the catfish: perfectly crispy on the outside, flaky and tender on the inside, and seasoned like somebody's grandma whispered the recipe in the chef's ear. Honestly, it was so good I almost asked for another plate just in case I missed something the first time. This is a 10/10, no notes kind of dish. Now, the collard greens? Whew! These greens deserve their own standing ovation. They were hands-down the best I've ever had--an 11/10, slap-yo-mama, text-everyone-you-know level of good. Perfectly seasoned, just the right amount of smokiness, and with a flavor that'll make you question every other batch of collards you've ever eaten. The mac 'n cheese was solid--cheesy and definitely satisfying. The cornbread? Sweet, moist, and the perfect sidekick to all the rich flavors on the plate. Everything was served hot and fresh, and the service was as warm as the food. The only catch (besides that incredible catfish)? It's a bit of a drive from the highway, so plan accordingly if you're popping in for lunch. But trust me, The Manna House is worth every minute of the detour. Just go ahead and clear your schedule--you'll want to savor every bite.

Yo, I wish I lived on this side of Atlanta. Leaving an event and wanted soul food and this came up…read moreand so glad I decided to come! 10/10 highly recommend!!!

Yes! Such a friendly place serving well thought out food!…read more What do I mean by that? The bacon was cooked well enough so it wasn't chewy/rubbery. Which means, when I bit into my bacon egg and cheese biscuit, I was able to bite through the bacon and not taking the entire piece with me. The biscuit was fluffy, the egg was cooked nicely, and the cheese was melty. I had an unsweetened tea as my beverage- the drinks are self serve. The ice (there is a warning stating this) comes out of the machine like a canon. You have been warned!

I moved away from Georgia 24 years ago, just got back yesterday, and this place really made me feel…read morelike I was back home. Food and service were amazing. My family and I will be regulars here for as long as we live here.

I go to the JohnBoy's on Canton Road. There are always healthy choices, great salad options, and…read morethe sweet tea is amazing! (I always get half sweet/half unsweet; just ask for "half-n-half" if you're cutting back sugar.) The wait staff treat everyone like regulars, and the kitchen staff keep the buffet full of delicious choices. The menu changes daily, so check the website if you're picky. I heard there's another JohnBoy's in Cartersville, I've never been there, but it's probably the same.

Not fresh at first, but decent if you push for it…read more I was pretty disappointed with how long the chicken and chicken livers had clearly been sitting out. When I arrived, I grabbed a piece of chicken and it was already cold, so I decided to wait for them to bring out a fresh batch. Same thing with the chicken livers: cold and not refreshed the entire time we were eating. Near the end of the meal, I finally asked if they were planning to put out fresh chicken. I explained that I tried it when I got there (about 30 minutes earlier) and it was cold, and nothing had been replaced. The staff member said she could start working on some, so I waited. About 12 to 15 minutes later, they did bring out fresh chicken and fresh chicken livers, and honestly, when it's fresh it's actually pretty good. The mashed potatoes were another issue. They had a thick, crusty layer on top, and it looked like they dumped the old, dried-out potatoes from the previous pan over the fresh batch. I had to scrape off the crusty topping just to get to the fresh potatoes underneath. Overall, the food itself isn't terrible. The bigger problem is the way it's being handled. It felt like they were more focused on cutting costs and stretching old food than keeping the buffet fresh and consistent. My advice: if something you want looks like it's been sitting out too long, say something early before you sit down. If you wait, you may never see fresh food brought out.

Absolute Perfection! A True Gem From the moment you walk…read moreinto Cozy Coop, you are treated like family. It is rare to find a place that excels equally in food quality, service, and pure hospitality, but this place hits a home run on all fronts. The food is absolutely delish and cooked to absolute perfection, packed with flavor, and served piping hot. Best chicken in Georgia if you ask me. You can taste the quality and its seasoned to perfection. The staff matches this excellence with their service; they are incredibly attentive, warm, and fast, making sure your dining experience is flawless from start to finish. What truly elevates Cozy Coop into a league of its own is the owners. They are exceptionally generous and possesses a rare, empathetic, and genuine kindness that sets the tone for this family-owned restaurant. If you haven't been to Cozy Coop yet, do yourself a favor and go. Exceptional food, stellar service, and a heart of gold behind the counter. My family and I will be customers for life! Lakesha

We just found Cozy Coop today and ate there for the first time, but it definitely will not be our…read morelast time! From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we were warmly greeted by Diano and she very graciously, explained the menu to us. I ordered the two-piece white meat chicken plate with coleslaw, macaroni and cheese and red beans and rice along with a piece of cornbread. My wife ordered a veggie plate with collard greens, candied yams, and fried okra along with a piece of cornbread. Everything was absolutely delicious and we enjoyed our meals greatly!

The Highs: The sweet potato pancakes were the reason we came here based on an IG review. They were…read moreactually really good. The grits were flavored nicely. The chicken sausage was pretty good as well. The Lows: I ordered on their website at 11:25 and requested the order for 12 pm. It wasn't ready until about 12:15. The Mac and Cheese wasn't very good. I expected more from a place that is supposed to have that southern comfort food vibe. If you like creamy Mac and cheese with the cheese pull... This ain't it. The In-between: we ordered food to go. The place is located in a shopping center next to the tropical smoothie place. Parking wasn't hard at all. It wasn't that busy when we went on Sunday morning. As noted, I had to wait about 15 minutes passed the original pick up time. They invited me to sit at the bar but no one offered me a water or anything while I waited. When I did finally receive the food, there was no apology for the delay either. Little service recovery attempts like that can go a long way.

Good was fresh & hot I had the biscuits n turkey gravy with…read morefresh eggs Now listen I make my own bread, pizza dough & biscuits. These biscuits tell me I need to "level up". Haha! The gravy was a tad bit salty for my liking. I'll be back to try a few other menu items They need more advertising, maybe social media post or. Bigger sign

If you don't mind the drive to Kennesaw from Atlanta, this is one of the best southern buffets in…read moremetro Atlanta. Forget going to Golden Corral. The food is delicious. I've especially enjoyed their fried chicken, their meatloaf and their assortment of southern veggies, such as, fried green tomatoes, greens, cabbage, sweet potatoes and more. They also have a large selection of salads and salad ingredients. The service here is top notch, the servers are also attentive and make sure to keep your drinks refilled. BE NICE TO THEM! The dining area is simple and can accommodate very large groups. Depending on the clientele it can go from quiet to extremely loud so don't plan on a quiet meal all the time. I have made the 40 minute trip here 3 times and will probably make a lot more times.

Typical buffet with salad/soup bar and desserts as well. Nice selection of meats and lots of…read moreveggies. They have also started serving breakfast but have not tried yet. For the price $13 for seniors it's worth it. I'm

I visited the Delilah's location in South Downtown Atlanta and was blown away by THE best fried…read morechicken that I've ever had. I love fried chicken (who doesn't?) but typically find other breading to be bland and oily and I usually pull it off to get to the juicy meat...but not at Delilah's. It was the perfect combination of crunchy and flavorful and I was sure to gobble up any small bit that fell on my plate. The collard greens are also incredible. Not too salty not too saturated. Just perfect. I think I'm going to order a take home portion for holiday dinners at home because I can't make them better than this! The service and personal experience was off the charts and exactly what southern hospitality is all about. My husband and I chatted with Jason, the owner, during our entire meal and learned so many cool things about their family and Delilah's story. I will be going back again and again and again. Definitely plan to take out of towners that are eager to find good authentic soul food.

I can't believe it took me so long to eat at Delilah's! I've known of this highly lauded business…read morefor years but never found the right day when I was craving soul food and in the area to order. Until recently. I decided to have a tapas-style dinner with food from The Works and just had to grab some chicken from Delilah's. The menu is plentiful without being overwhelming, except when it comes to picking a favorite between the flavorful options. I knew that I didn't want or need a full meal and opted for their 3 whole wing option that came paired with cornbread. The young man who took my order was so polite and patient, as there were a few folks in line and waiting for previously placed orders. He let me know that my order would be ready in about 15 minutes so I took the time to continue my food-finding journey around the market. When I returned later, I had lost track of time and figured I'd just poke my head around their stall to see if my chicken was ready. It wasn't at that moment but I took some time to observe the process. There was only one guy in the open kitchen and prep area creating all of the meals and he was on the move. If I could add smells to my review, this one would smell like fried chicken and cornbread. It was all so fresh! When my order was ready, I only made one other stop before heading to my car to go home to my family... but not before I tested those whole wings from Delilah's. When I say that they were fresh out of the grease? Babehhh. It's like he just threw them right into the basket only seconds before. It was sooo crunchy, so juicy, just a fantastic wing. The hot sauce was a nice pairing but some spice in the breading/meat would have taken it over the top but this chicken was delicious. No notes.

The food. The food. What's that you said? Oh yea, it's the food. I keep coming back. It really is…read morea great local spot. Run by women. Fast, efficient, consistent. You know what you're getting. It's a tight space so don't bring alps of stuff and don't linger too long, you'll see the line growing but some days if you get there early you can hang a while and chat. Highly recommend. No choice is a bad choice but the fried chicken is a star

Was headed to another breakfast spot one morning last week but the wait was waaay too long , so I…read morefound this spot instead and I'm glad I did. You order at the register, then grab a seat inside or outside. I got the award-winning fried chicken and French toast with bacon and grits (yes, I was doing the most ). I'm not really a stone-ground grit girly, so these weren't my fav but everything else was tasty! Definitely a spot I'd come back to. Oh and there is street parking, and I had no issue finding a spot, but I could see it getting a little tricky on a busy weekend.