We have driven past this place many times but usually we wait until Athens for lunch. Today we noticed that they were open so we gave it a try. I was curious because Yelp reviews are a mixed bag and I think that is right. We went in and found that all the cops in the area were eating lunch, like more than six tables worth. They looked like they were enjoying lunch so that's awesome. The place is a big open room, as dining rooms are, and seemed noisy. It really quieted down when the table of three next to us left. I guess they were really loud. We ordered some fried pickles to start. They were fine with the ranch, just seemed like standard frozen. I had the brisket plate which comes with three sides. I chose fries, beans, and stew. First thing I noticed was it came with two slices of white bread which is old school legit. The brisket was a good sized portion which was tender and tasty. It had au jus on it which is unusual for BBQ but it was good. Fries were standard with a light batter and delivered crispy. The beans seemed plain out of a can with some onions and were bland. I know that there are a billion kinds of stew and stew is a religion but this one is not for me. I did not like the spice blend, but you know at least it had spices and was not bland. Just not for me. Megan had the pork sandwich. The pork was good. the also had roasted potatoes which were the kind in the can (which I love) roasted in some spices. Megan did not care for the beans. The summary here is we liked the meats, the sides not so much. I would like to try this place on a Sunday when they have fried chicken. read more

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Great brisket and brisket sauce and every side I've tried has been amazing too. Desserts are incredible as well. You can always get a seat even during lunch rush in their lively and spacious dining room. Food may take a bit if they're busy but it's worth the wait. They have affordable prices too, and even though the side portions seem small, I always leave absolutely stuffed. Best olace for Friday lunch in the area! read more

The food never disappoints. If you like good old fashioned bbq ribs, chicken, pork or brisket - they have it. The tiny roast potatoes are my favorite side and the banana pudding is a great ending. Casual atmosphere, friendly service and generous portions. Yum. read more

Better than starvation. Small Portions many of them out Of cans. Service unfriendly and slow. Ambiance stark and uninviting Place smelled of cigarettes. read more

I visited Cabin Creek BBQ for the first time the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Cabin Creek BBQ has limited hours and is even more limited during the Holidays, so I highly recommend that if you are driving a long way to visit, call ahead of time. I chose to visit Cabin Creek BBQ because I did not want to drive to Athens or Commerce for a decent meal on a Sunday after church. Cabin Creek BBQ gets very full, and there was a long wait time to dine in. My party and I did not wait for a table; we chose to take our plates to go. On Sundays, Cabin Creek BBQ does not have BBQ but rather a fried chicken and Ham buffet line with the best side dishes. It took over 20 minutes to go through the buffet line, which was worth it. I highly enjoyed all the options, and when I tasted all the food, it tasted like home. Their prices are affordable. They accept credit cards, and I was happy to enjoy kind customer service. Their parking lot is not paved, so I can see it would be messy if it were raining. Their restaurant was very full, and they had a couple of TVs. I am looking forward to coming back. read more

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The family meal pack with pulled pork to go was so good! The pork had an amazing smoky flavor all on its own--no sauce needed, which is how you really know it's good BBQ. It was tender, juicy, and perfectly cooked. Generous portions, too. Definitely a go-to spot for quality barbecue! read more

BBQ Place ! Delicious brisket. pork platters or sandwiches . Brunswick stew lots of side dishes. Desserts. Friendly customer service. Comfortable atmosphere. read more

This Sunday all-you-can eat buffet recommended by a friend has lots of tasty southern comfort foods in a country-casual atmosphere. Food. 4/5 The southern fried chicken and ham were the meats of the day -and they were very good. (Meats vary each Sunday-menu is posted on their Facebook page)- waitress said sometimes it could be fish or shrimp). ALL of the 15 possible sides we tasted were excellent! I liked the potato salad, slaw, broccoli salad. The sweet potato casserole was soooo good. There were also corn, beans, brats, mashed potatoes, cabbage, and fried okra (one of my favorites) and more. 3 kinds of rolls. Dessert and (non-alcoholic) beverages are included in the price-I think there we're about a dozen dessert choices. My family liked the chocolate pie and coconut pie. My strawberry cobbler was as not as good. Nearby diners were raving about the banana pudding, so next time I'm going to try it. They told us that the restaurant is not an all-you-can-eat buffet on Fridays and Saturdays. On those days it's a table service BBQ restaurant, with meals ordered from a menu. They also have carry-out. Service 5/5 Our two servers, both named Katie, were excellent. Ambiance: very casual and home-town comfortable , with all ages dining together. You go through a line along the buffet, choosing from many dishes. The line moves pretty quickly considering how many people are being served-and it looked like most folks went back a second time. The waitresses bring your beverages and your dessert. Pay at the door as you leave. Facility 3/5 Comfortable, a little noisy -there is plenty of parking on the grass and gravel parking lot-and they need it because lots of folks come for lunch on Sunday. Location 4/5 It's about 20 minutes outside of Athens, but worth the drive. You might miss the signs and the turn off the main road if you aren't watching closely. We will be definitely back on a BBQ day! read more

The Sunday buffet is the best food in Jackson county/Nicholson. They are only open for three hours on Sunday, (11am-2pm) but come early and enjoy the rocking chairs on the front porch read more

Was given a total today, paid, and was given a receipt showing that I was charged a fee for using a credit card. I was not told prior to payment. As a small business owner myself, this is the cost of doing business. It is not cheaper to pay an employee wages to count cash and make a deposit in person at the bank than it is to pay credit card processing. Charging a fee without a customer having prior knowledge is theft. read more

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Great place! I love coming here after church. Everyone is so kind and the food is always good. The sweet potatoes are a must! The okra + gravy + mashed potatoes is always delicious and I love their meat selections. No complaints ever. read more

Cabin Creek BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Nicholson, Georgia

Self seating, nice environment, good food Ordered the pulled pork sandwich with baked beans and coleslaw. The baked beans were good. The pulled pork was tender. Wish they had a sweet bbq sauce didn't much care for the sweet tea and coleslaw. read more

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Amazing buffet and so great to our baseball team! Service was friendly. Reminded me of home. Will definitely come back!

This is a good place to eat I enjoyed the vegetables and bbq is good and it is definitely good food

Great spot a little off the beaten path. Quick and friendly service. Had the brisket, slaw, Brunswick stew and smoked wings. Everything was very good with the smoked wings standing out as pretty darn delicious! Definitely worth a little bit of an extra drive to get to. Update - This has become our every Friday lunch spot. The ribs have become the new go to, quite possibly the best I have ever had! read more

Cabin Creek BBQ - Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Nicholson, Georgia

Delicious ribs and brisket! Roasted potato's were very good and the banana pudding... so good!!!

Great food. Plenty on the plate. Bbq was delicious. Brisket. Pork. Chicken and nice fixings. The promoted Brunswick stew, though, was unimpressive. Fun waitress. Not much of a facility, big open single room restaurant. Would stop next time passing through the area. read more

The brisket alone is worth the visit but they have so much more to offer. Also, they cook Thanksgiving meals for people at very reasonable prices and that's on Thanksgiving day. The atmosphere is of family and friends a truly wonderful place. read more

Best buffet around. Steak and gravy and fried chicken is amazing along with salads, vegetables and desserts. Definitely will need a nap after. read more

Highly recommend the half chicken platter! Very juicy, came with a choice 3 sides and bread. Service was great, food came out really quick....I'll definitely be back!!! read more

Went shopping at the outlets and took a trip down the road for some lunch. We parked and smelled the smoke in the air. We both ordered brisket sandwiches that came with 2 sides. We each had the Brunswick stew and roasted potatoes. The potatoes were little bites of heaven and the stew was tangy and meaty The brisket had a nice pull to it and the sauces complemented the meat not overwhelm it The peach cobbler was great according to my friend. I had the strawberry cake and it was very good Everything is homemade and it tastes great. Drive down the road a bit after your shopping and you will not be disappointed read more

Delicious food, great prices, friendly service. Best owners in the business! Go see them!

If you like sodium overload, then this is the place for you. The slaw and the stew are loaded with salt. In the wintertime, they make chicken mull. it was very good the first time I bought it, but since then it is so salty, it is inedible. Please, please cut out the salt! People can add it at the tabel, but for those of us who have to watch the salt they consume, please stop it. The pork is the best around, and I would love to be able to add the sides. read more

Foodies are not afraid to travel to the ends of the earth for the best food, and in this case, it's good ole Southern BBQ. Okay, so it's not THAT far away, but I don't really know what else is out in these [here] parts. I had the [pork] rib plate with brunswick stew, roasted potatoes, and mac & cheese. The ribs were tender and required no additional sauce to make it any better. The roasted potatoes were addicting and my only gripe is that they don't give you more. The mac & cheese was a little on the bland side, but nothing a little pepper couldn't fix. For the amount of food you get, you can't beat the price. My $12 plate could have easily costed $20 elsewhere. Ask for the brisket sauce. It doesn't matter if you ordered brisket, catfish, potatoes, or anything else. The creamy, tangy, spicy sauce goes with everything.. and will change your life. For real. If you don't gain anything else from my review, heed my advice and save room for dessert. They have an out-of-this-world banana pudding. Other dessert options not as readily available - peach cobbler and German chocolate cake, which I heard were pretty stellar, as well. We had half of the restaurant reserved, so if you come with a large party, just call ahead and they'll take care of you. Also, try to come early, as this place gets quite busy later on in the evening. The restaurant is easy to find and the cute, Southern girls are just the sweetest. FYI, parking is on a gravel lot. read more

Cabin Creek BBQ - Pork rib plate with Brunswick stew, roasted potatoes, mac & cheese, and bread. - Barbeque Near Me - Nicholson, Georgia

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Charming and quaint BBQ restaurant that is an excellent alternative to all of the typical chain fare found closer to the "I-85"--Commerce-Tanger Outlets interstate exchange... If you are in that area, do yourself a favor and head east for about 15 minutes or so and you will come across Cabin Creek BBQ... We tried the smoked chicken and pull pork sandwich plates on a recent Saturday lunch and both were excellent. The sides here taste like real Southern home cooking... great mac and cheese and excellent cole slaw that had a great consistency and was not too sweet nor bland (I hope it's 'home-made' because it seems too good for 'store-bought' or sysco). The brunswick stew was outstanding as well and didn't reach of Veg-All like so many do (ahem, dreamland bbq, ahem) The portions may seem small but you don't leave hungry. Service was very hospitable. The setting is very old school Georgia farmhouse looking with a few tables with wooden chairs and then much larger communal tables with bench like sitting ... there is a quaint porch out front overlooking the gravel parking lot where some old folks were sitting in the rocking chairs smoking (really old folks?) This worth the drive if you are in the Commerce area for shopping or other business... read more

Cabin Creek BBQ - sandwich, mac and cheese, brunswick stew ... these are typical lunch portions - Barbeque Near Me - Nicholson, Georgia

Good food only if I could remember when they open be looking forward to eating here through the week

We have been driving by this place and each time I comment we need to try the barbecue. Finally able to give it a try for lunch. They are located just outside Nicholson on the way to Commerce. Both the outside and once you go in scream barbecue joint. Staff was very friendly and the service great. I had the pulled pork sandwich, with baked beans and brunswick stew. My wife had the brisket sandwich, with cole slaw and the stew. Your sandwich comes with two sides. The sandwiches were quite tasty with the mild sauce. The sides were good. I rate a barbecue place by its stew. Theirs is finely ground up and thick. It was missing some of the smoked meat taste that I enjoy. It was pretty middle of the road. I added some mild sauce to help with the flavor. This is the reason for four stars. My wife got the banana pudding to go. We ate it in the car later. Very good. I want to now try their Sunday buffet. They rotate the meats on the buffet and post on their sign out front what the meat is that Sunday. read more

I have taken a few wrong turns on the BBQ Highway recently thanks to Yelp and the old GPS. Today this old blind hog scored a prize barbecue acorn today. It took three plates to deliver my sampler platter of goodness and it was delivered by a superstar server named Courtney. Greeted with a smile and welcoming atmosphere I started with high hopes. It literally took three plates to deliver my sampler platter. Three meats - pork, brisket & half a chicken. Four sides - fries, slaw, beans & heavenly Brunswick stew. Perfectly complemented by two simple slices of lite bread and a sweet glass of iced tea. It was all good good good. The chicken took the gold but pork and brisket wore the silver and bronze with pride. Meanwhile the Brunswick stew - 3rd generation recipe - was so good the other sides were honored just to be on the same plate. Mild, Hot & Vinegar sauces. Hot was perfectly paired with the brisket. The vinegar loved the pork butt just right. The chicken was so nice it didn't need a saucy friend. Desserts looked good but I didn't have a spot left to squeeze any in me. I'll have to come back. Y'all should come get you some with me. read more

Cabin Creek BBQ - Menu cover says it all.. - Barbeque Near Me - Nicholson, Georgia

Food was absolutely terrible don't eat it, I have been in the hospital for 2 days because of how much I have been vomiting. Service was the worst I've had. I'd rather eat the trash out of my bathroom than eat here again. read more

Man, I'm serious about my que y'all. If you know me, or my posts, you know I'm a self proclaimed chef, and foodie who don't play about his bbq. I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!!!!! She got the rib plate with fries, slaw, Mac& cheese. I got the brisket sandwich with double Brunswick stew as a side. Let me tell y'all sumthin......I've had all kinds of Brunswick stew and this is the ABSOLUTE BEST (minus asime salt)!! I'm gonna try my damnedest to recreate it and enter it in some contests. Those ribs? Let me tell y'all something.....I ain't never liked to eat cold ribs, my better half does. We saved some for the car ride back home and we both got a lil hungry for something other than "snax"...... MANNN NNNN. I vowed right then and there that this was my all time FAVO-RIGHT-ON BBQ JOINT!!!!! FOR LIFE!!!! I love supporting local, family owned business and this one has a lifetime supporter! Now I wouldn't be a true chef/ reviewer without being completely honest. We were a little confused about the slaw. Figured out it had pickles in it. Now I'm a HUGE fan of pickles and all things pickled, so I feel this slaw could definitely grow on me. However, she would not. Mac and cheese was good. Fries were good. She says Texas toast with the plates, not wonder bread. I say yes on the plates but keep that wonder bread for that FIRE ASS Brunswick Stew y'all. Let's talk sauces.....those ribs didn't need any. Period. End. Whatever sauce that was with that brisket sandy? Nope! Nuff said. Not for me. The table sauces were ALL SUPERB. And that's saying ALOT coming from this que expert. Kudos to the creators of this place. My mother live across the street so you can bet the farm that whenever I'm there I'm coming for a visit. Thanks for creating such wonderful food. Sorry, no pics on this one y'all. TOO DAMN GOOD! All in alll, I will be reaching out to the owners and chef of this Grand Creation for future opportunities. read more

We enjoyed Mother's Day lunch yesterday and it was amazing! The smoked turkey was moist and so tasty. Every veggie was perfect southern bliss! You won't be disappointed. read more

Hoo-lordy this is some good BBQ and if I didn't know any better, I would swear the Brisket came from Texas as Cabin Creek prepares Brisket correctly; the brisket is tender, juicy, and expertly flavored; it simply melts in the mouth and easily harkens the Pit Masters in Texas who know how to cook Brisket! By far, Cabin Creek serves the BEST TEXAS STYLE Brisket in Georgia and I am happy to announce that I finally found my Brisket home! As for the rest of Cabin Creek BBQ servings, I'll easily award TOP honors for their succulent and lean pulled pork; their delectable and perfectly smoked ribs (note: the sauce on the ribs has some heat to it and may be too hot for some); their home style fresh sides (ALL GREAT); the decidedly Southern Nanner Puddin (served warm and topped with meringue) and the fantastic Southern (non-chunky veggie) Brunswick Stew! Cabin Creek is a VERY solid 4.875 on my BBQ scale and only misses the full five star treatment for being pricey in their BBQ and side offerings (single bill came to $26.00 [minus tip] for three meat, three side choice, drink and desert). Please don't let the higher price deter a visit as Cabin Creek offers high quality and expertly prepared BBQ and sides for the money (I'm just cheap)! The local is easy to find and is exceptionally clean (dining floor and bathrooms) and houses very friendly people who know how to serve and prepare fantastic BBQ! read more

I went to Cabin Creek barbeque for the first time yesterday. It's located in Nicholson Georgia in a very nice rustic looking building with a very nice interior. I was greeted when I came in and was guided to a table and given a menu. I decided on a brisket sandwich, baked beans, and Brunswick stew. Had a glass of water with lemon slices. The brisket sandwich was excellent and their sauces were very good too. basically there was a spicy, a mild and a vinegar based. I liked the vinegar based the best. Overall it was a very good meal . total price with tax was just under $9. of course I added a tip for the excellent service. The waitresses were extremely friendly and helpful. I'd highly recommend the trip to Nicholson on Friday Saturday or Sunday..... the days that they are open. read more

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Pork is pulled (instead of chopped), juicy, and delicious. The ribs were tender and yummy. Excellent brisket as well, esp with the creamy sauce that accompanies it. The sides were tasty, although I do prefer a less-salty coleslaw. This was a little disappointing, as I really like a sweet-ish coleslaw to balance out the smokiness of the BBQ. The Brunswick stew is very good, with the flavor and consistency of hash. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and will be back. read more

Cabin Creek BBQ - Everything tasted good! - Barbeque Near Me - Nicholson, Georgia

Best BBQ I know of!! Old time country feel? Check. Friendly staff? Check. Best BBQ I know of in a home-made style? oh yes. Strongly recommended. read more

Absolutely positively the best barbecue I've had in GA. Every time I go to Athens there's a compulsory visit here for at least a pound of BBQ. The meat is amazing. read more

Good folks and great family. Do yourself a favor and get the brisket and the brisket sauce. You'll thank me later.

Reviewer prospective: poor graduate student I'm originally from the northeast and we have nothing like this kind of BBQ. I've also gone with some "hardcore southerners" and they said that they were impressed with the food. Food: All of the entree's are great (ribs, pulled pork, smoked chicken, brisket, to name a few), but I have to say the ribs are why my friends and I usually go. Sides are delicious. I'd recommend the Brunswick stew and Mac and Cheese over the rest. Portion size is large, as you should leave with your hunger gone (and maybe your belt loosened). If you save room for dessert, they have an excellent banana pudding and peach cobbler. Drinks: the restaurant resides in a dry county, so soft drinks are offered Atmosphere: clean and relaxed with a TV for sporting events read more

I have made my last trip to Cabin Creek. After I drove 40 miles to eat, we were told, sorry we closed early tonight. So, if you can't keep regular business hours, I won't be chancing driving there to eat. You turned away 2 cars while I was there, and 2 were pulling out as we pulled in. So, it makes me wonder just how so it was tonight. read more

I've been known to drive way out of the way for some good barbecue, and this place definitely warrants the 20 minute drive from Athens. They serve up the standard barbecue favorites: pork, brisket and ribs, with a choice between 2 sauces, one a sweet and tangy thick-ish sauce, the other a hot, vinegar based type. The meat has great smoky flavor on its own, but the sauces are definitely worth a try. Side options are equally satisfying. Amazing coleslaw: slightly sweet, chopped, colorful. Baked beans with plenty of meat in them. A few more standards- corn, green beans...all of which totally hit the mark. While the barbecue has become some of my favorite in the area, what really gets me out to Cabin Creek is the Sunday buffet. It's becoming somewhat of a tradition for the boyfriend and I to head out here on Sunday mornings and fill our bellies with roasts, casseroles, veggies, cornbread, and marinated salads. They have a huge rotating spread of cold salads, hot veggies, and carved meats that-- and I really don't say this often-- taste just like grandma made them (or my grandma anyhow, and that's high praise). My Sunday favorites are the roast beef, greens, carrot salad, broccoli casserole, and any dessert (banana pudding, anyone?). Don't be lazy, make the drive out to Cabin Creek (on Friday or Saturday for barbecue, or Sunday for the buffet). You'll thank yourself. read more