I was meeting with someone for lunch here and I shamefully was unaware that there was this true…read moreItalian deli right near me (within 6 miles) in Cumming! Within a strip mall, there's parking readily available. It's fast casual, meaning you'll order at the counter and then take a number where your food is quickly delivered to your table. They have breakfast until 10:30 AM, then there's a 30 min transition to lunch which starts at 11. I arrived at noon- the place is busy, they have so many options for meals that it was difficult to choose. I went with an Italian sub and a Diet Coke, I figured how can you go wrong with their number one item on the menu? Delicious, and with the banana peppers it made for a great sandwich! Service is so wonderful. And they have a bakery and bar in house....dangerous all around! Family friendly and for me, having a casual lunch meeting was no problem! Support small owned businesses!

As soon as you walk in you know the food is going to be incredible! But then that extra hits almost…read moreimmediately. The service. I wasn't just asked what I wanted. I was greeted LIKE I was wanted! So thank you to the wonderful young lady behind the register taking orders. I was scanning the menu as it was my first time visiting. After learning this information she quickly ran me through some of her favorite options, and answered all questions(knowledgeably I might add) I had myself about the menu. I chose the Marshal as well as a slice of the Heat of the Week. Because....why not. And by the way, the Marshall is not shown. My belly would not allow me to reach for my camera after first visualization. The pizza was heaven at first bite. Perfect undercarriage while fresh ingredients cooked to perfection on top. Then......the Marshal. Ooooohhhhhh the Marshal. Their version of a hot Italian beef. And what a phenomenal version at that. Wonderful spice and the right about of heat. Tender juicy beef. No regrets. I was introduced to Miss Marie and talk about a blessing on Earth. Talked to me like an old friend of the family. Even checked on me herself after receiving my food to go. Can not wait to go back!! 10 outta 10!

Lunch date today and I chose this place because it seemed to have a variety and most importantly,…read morepancakes and burgers, two of bae's favorite things. Andrina was very attentive and gave great recommendations. Give her a raise lol We started with the Crab Fried Mac n Cheese and it was not what we anticipated but we enjoyed it. (Hint: get the house made Ranchero sauce.) For our mains we got the Shroom and Swiss Burger (bae) and the biscuits and gravy with a fried egg. Everything was hot and flavorful and the biscuits are perfectly described in the menu. Definitely a place we'll be back to when we have to Rendezvous on a weekend. lol #iykyk (And yes, I need to do a better job of taking photos of my food.)

We came to Homestead for an after-graduation brunch, hoping to celebrate a milestone with a good…read moremeal. There were nine of us--not exactly a tiny table, but hardly the kind of group that should throw a restaurant into chaos. To be fair, we did wait for two people in our party before ordering food. It was probably 20-30 minutes, and we made it very clear to our server that we were waiting. We also weren't just camping out at the table. We started with drinks while we waited, so the restaurant was already making money from our table before the kitchen ever had to cook a single thing. Once everyone arrived, we placed one order together. No staggered tickets, no special requests, no unnecessary complications. The thing is... the restaurant was practically empty. If anything, I would've thought they'd be happy to have a table of nine on a slow brunch. Instead, it felt like we were an inconvenience. Once we finally ordered, it was another 30-plus minutes before much of anything happened. Our waitress wasn't rude, but she also wasn't particularly interested in us being there. She checked the boxes, but just barely. It felt less like hospitality and more like someone waiting for the end of their shift. What made the whole experience even stranger was looking around the restaurant. It wasn't busy, yet several employees seemed to be standing around talking while we sat waiting. During the hour or two we were there, I think only a couple of other parties came through the door. At one point there were two hostesses managing what amounted to a trickle of guests while tables that were already seated waited on drinks, food, and attention. Maybe there's more going on behind the scenes than I could see, but from where we were sitting, it felt less like they needed more people and more like they needed to use the people they already had a little better. Then came the mimosas. These were less mimosas and more "suggestions of citrus." It was basically champagne with a couple thoughts of orange juice. At one point we had to ask for more orange juice just to get it to the legally recognized definition of a mimosa. They tasted like champagne that heard flavored sparkling water was popular and decided to reinvent itself. There was a whole lot of "mim" and not much "osa." At nearly $14 each, I expected something a little more festive and a little less... chemistry experiment. For food, I ordered the Fried Green Tomato Benny: two biscuits, fried green tomatoes, poached eggs, Cholula hollandaise, and fresh fruit. On paper, that's a fantastic brunch. In reality, it was aggressively average. Nothing was quite hot enough. The biscuits had crossed that invisible line between baked and overbaked, where every bite makes you wonder if they're fresh or just committed to the bit. The whole dish felt like it had spent just a few too many minutes waiting for someone to remember it existed. And then there was the fruit. You know the kind of fruit bowl where every piece somehow tastes exactly the same because it's been sitting in the same juice for hours? That's what this was. Cheap melon, tired grapes, and enough pooled juice to ensure every bite shared the same identity crisis. To top it all off, the Benny was around $18, and the mimosas were pushing $14 each. I'm not going to call it a scam because words have meanings. Nobody tricked us. The prices were right there on the menu. We knew exactly what we were doing. We just expected the experience to justify it. On the bright side, the restaurant looks like it was designed by someone who has never met food, but has definitely met Pinterest. And honestly, it shows. Modern farmhouse, soft lighting, curated everything--it nails the aesthetic. Which is great, because you'll have plenty to look at while everything else catches up. It's funny how common this is now: it's easier than ever to make something look finished. You can polish the surface until it feels complete, even when the inside still isn't. Anyway--great aesthetics. The rest feels like it's still figuring itself out.

It was my first time visiting CAVA. I order a made your own Pita. The Pita was good and it was…read moredelicious. A little bit expensive, but it was worth it. I would definitely come back again and I would highly recommend it.

My coworker owed me lunch, and I decided to finally try Cava. We arrived at around 11:45 and were…read morewaited on promptly. The ladies behind the counter were pleasant and answered my many questions patiently. I went with a Greens and Grains bowl with the Harissa Chicken and all my favorite toppings. The one thing I wish they had was "regular" black olives, in addition to the kalamata. At the end of the line, I topped it off with the Hot Harissa dressing and sat down to eat. I was beyond pleasantly surprised. All the toppings tasted fresh and clean, and the Hot Harissa dressing was making my neck hairs perk up a bit! It is spicy but overbearingly so. The ambiance is a bit nicer than it's Mexican cousin, and all in all, I will be sure to come back!

My first visit to Gardenia Mediterranean today, and the food was totally overpriced and not good at…read moreall. I will not be returning.

Gardenia Mediterranean Restaurant is an absolute gem in Cumming. My salmon special was cooked…read moreperfectly--tender, flaky, and loaded with bright Mediterranean flavors that are a world apart from my usual weeknight fare. My wife's chicken shawarma was just as impressive: juicy, well-seasoned, and layered with spices. Both dishes with flavor sensations we simply do not get in our daily diet, which makes eating here a great treat. Alex is a fantastic host and makes you feel genuinely welcome every time you walk in making you feel like you've walked into his home for a meal, not just another chain restaurant. Service is consistently top notch--attentive without being overbearing--and you can tell they truly care that you enjoy your meal. If you are looking for authentic Mediterranean food with outstanding hospitality, Gardenia is absolutely worth the visit.

My husband and I drove around looking for a new local spot to eat and decided to come on in. The…read moreatmosphere was great, service was superb, and food and drinks were great! Happened to be BOGO free burgers- double win! We will be back!

Overall a solid lunch -- burgers, fries, and onion rings were good. I saw the double cheeseburger…read morelunch special ($8) while perusing the drink menu. I wonder if the burger patties on the special are different than the patties on the regular menu, based on my wife's burger?? Otherwise, onion rings were good, fries ok. Pepsi products, no Coke. Interior was clean, but the exterior of the restaurant needs some serious attention, to include removal of trash and cigarette butts. Thanks to Desirae for excellent service!! Cheers! RS

My family and I love House of Hummus, their food is great. The owner works there and is super…read morefriendly and thoughtful. They have a nice outdoor eating area that is nice to use when it isn't blazing hot out.

Fresh ingredients and flavorful lamb/chicken made for a tasty gyro. Hummus is excellent, too. Add…read morefriendly service and a clean restaurant, and it's a win. Only oddity? Rolls of brown bathroom-style paper towels for napkins. Why?? Cheers! RS

This is our go-to spot for a fresh salad. There's plenty of parking, and the restaurant has lots of…read moreseating. Everything is always clean, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. We ordered two regular salads -- one with kale, spinach, and chicken, and the other with the Arcadian mix. They offer 50+ toppings and more than 10 dressings, so there are plenty of options to customize your salad exactly how you like it. Make sure to download their app for rewards, including a birthday reward.

Salata is one of my favorite places to come to when I want a salad. They have a wide variety of…read moredifferent veggies, toppings, and proteins! Everyone is always very patient with your order, and it makes putting together your salad enjoyable! We came to this location right before closing on a Sunday night and still experienced that same patience. The herber vinaigrette for the dressing and salmon for the protein are my favorite !!

I haven't written a review in FOREVER but I had to dust off the keyboard for this one…read more I've come to ReFresh a number of times. I've only ever gotten the smoothies and have always been satisfied. What caused me to write this review was the surprise I noticed on my cup WAY after leaving. I chatted with the employee and we bonded over Star Wars. And I noticed this on my cup. Simply fantastic. To be clear though, I was the only customer in the store at the time so they were not busy at all. I say that to say you shouldn't expect something like this. Such a fun surprise.

First time trying this cafe and WOW- what an awesome experience…read more Food: I decided to try three different toasts and a bowl. I brought them home to share with my family and they were all incredibly delicious. Atmosphere: small, inside a strip mall, some tables with uncomfortable metal chairs (I sat while waiting on my order) Staff: very friendly and helpful Parking: plenty of opening spaces in the area. Definitely recommend for breakfast or a Brunch- haven't tried the lunch half of the menu but will do a review when I go back.

The food here is wonderful and always tastes so good! The service here is great and always gets you…read morewhat you need right when you need it! The ambiance is great, even though from the outside it appears to be a gas station restaurant it has a wonderful vibe inside! I will be coming here whenever I can!

The Gyro was so good and fresh. I had that with a side salad for lunch. I had to take half home for…read moremy husband to try. The owner is as nice as she is beautiful. A must try!

Had a great experience at the cafe. Salted bread and turkey sausage egg and cheese on a croissant…read morewas great. I also tried the cookie butter latte which tasted great. Service was awesome. Great suggestions from the person at the front and shared the pastries were freshly baked in house every morning. Located in the plaza with LA Fitness with plenty of parking.

THE COFFEE IS BOMB DEFINITELY RECOMMEND We always make a…read morecustom coffee so we can mix match but the ones on the menu are great too! The service is fast. The vibe of the restaurant is cozy and a great place to study, though the place is smaller than usual.