Goin&#x27; Coastal

Absolutely loved this place!!! 1st timer and I must say the all you can eat grab legs on Wednesday…read morewere worth the 1.5hr drive I took. My server Jennifer was great as she checked on me and made sure I was enjoying myself. The Georgia peach mixed drink was good and strong. Fried green tomatoes were a kicker too! Restaurant and restroom were clean. Great overall experience! Will definitely be back.

I'm very disappointed. Due to my health conditions, I haven't been out it to a restaurant in…read moremonths. I was excited to go out I have heard that the crab legs were very good. They weren't. They were soggy and soft and I could not open the shells. In probably 30 minutes of digging, I barely got anything out. The meat crumbled and fell apart. My wife had fried shrimp and she complained that it was greasy. We went early to beat the crowd. Service was not that great. Will not go back.

Fried Chicken & Waffle Sandwich

See all

Heather's Homemade Cake

The Salty Mule

3.9(229 reviews)

Jake was an excellent server that made our experience great. The food was also amazing!read more

The staff were delightful and Roger had a great magic trick - which was perfect with Halloween…read moreapproaching. The service was quick and we were on a time crunch. I will say it was perfect for a quick lunch on a Wednesday afternoon. The place has a vibe that works with the seafood/beach theme. Nic ambiance and I can imagine in warmer weather the rolling windows open and the bar busy- it could be fun. Food was fine. Nothing fancy and everything was cooked well, served hot and a good portion!!

Bar

See all

The owners choice of hot sauces! Loved them both but the Widow was my favorite!

The Cajun Menu

4.3(41 reviews)

2.0 mi

Amazing food and awesome people! Love my go to dish, the…read moreetouffee! Tammy and John are great people! Give them a chance!

A bit of New Orleans in Canton, GA, Cajun Menu is the French quarters dream dining experience…read more YES, I recommend this place and Tyler or host/waiter. Ask him about the off menu items, trust me they are delicious. Just so you know you're here for the authentic New Orleans food, not the decor. The food is cooked up upon ordering so it does take a little bit longer than a traditional restaurant . Order up!! The design is still a work in progress, but the food is the real adventure. We dove right in on our order and started with etouffe and queso dip & boudin balls( off the menu item). This was served with our drinks so we casually enjoyed each morsel. We then were served our entrees: deep fried catfish etouffe on a bed of rice, the gumbo is off the chain there is lobster and alligator in it, the room is perfectly made for the gumbo as well . Then the crawfish etouffe is also superb. My complements to the chef, 20 years in Mississippi & Louisiana area, you brought me home. Thank you ! We topped off our lunch with the fluffiest beignets ever. The atmosphere is delightful, the food is scrumptious I highly recommend this spot for lunch or dinner.

Lagniappe (means "a little something extra") gift of a little low boil to try. Soooooo good!!!! Best mushrooms we've ever had!!!

The Small Shrimp Po' Boy - Their normal fresh French Bread arrives tomorrow, so it will be longer.

See all

Riverstone Corner Bistro

4.3(738 reviews)

1.5 mi

Seeking a charming venue for a weekend meal in Canton today, I happened upon a wonderful, classic…read moreAmerican-style restaurant that proved to be a magnificent choice. The establishment features ample, convenient parking right out front and a thoughtfully arranged space that caters seamlessly to families, elegant gatherings, and celebratory occasions alike. The atmosphere is warm, pristine, and wonderfully nostalgic, offering a timeless aesthetic that immediately makes one feel right at home. The hospitality was top-tier from start to finish gracious, attentive, and extraordinarily welcoming. To kick off my Saturday luncheon, I ordered a Caramel Apple Mimosa. While I initially approached the unique flavor combination with mild curiosity, it proved to be an absolute triumph exceptionally fresh, crisp, and delightfully indulgent! For my main course, I selected a steak accompanied by fresh green beans. Prepared to a precise medium-rare, the steak was a complete culinary masterpiece exceptionally tender, rich with flavor, and executed with impressive skill. Between the spotless old-fashioned ambiance, divine cuisine, and stellar service, this Canton gem earns absolute full marks from me. A thoroughly marvelous spot I shall most certainly be returning

Tried the Shrimp and Grits on this visit, and the dish really could've used some kind of broth or…read moresauce to pull it together. With a heavy mound of onions and mushrooms on top, the grits ended up feeling dry and pulled all the moisture out of the bite. The flavor itself was fine, just lacking moisture and balance. We also ordered the scallops and risotto. The risotto was the standout. Bright, fresh finish, great texture, and not overpowering. The scallops, unfortunately, were the opposite. They had a noticeably strong smell right away, which usually means they're not as fresh as they should be, especially at a $40 price point. We took them home, but every time we opened the fridge the smell hit us, so they ultimately went in the trash. Despite this particular experience, we've always enjoyed this place. Service is consistently great, drinks are solid, and we usually leave happy. Hoping this was just an off evening, because we genuinely like coming here. Adding an additional * for the great service and because we haven't had a bad experience otherwise.

Main Room

Chicken Country Fried Steak

See all

Amazing service by Ryley and the bar!

Local On North

4.2(347 reviews)

Great food and a nice casual spot to visit for great food. The fish I had was excellent.read more

I reserved a table for five here for Mother's Day because we've had mostly good experiences here,…read morehaven't been in a little while, and they had both crab cake Benedict and bottomless mimosas on the prix fixe menu, two of my wife's favorite things. They were clearly understaffed, which was apparent from checking in with the hostess. The line of people waiting to check in with her caused the waiter taking desserts downstairs to have to wait up to five minutes with that tray. Once we were seated, we thought things might go better. Crab cake Benedict was the #1 choice for my wife and BIL, but the kids' menu didn't have the chicken and waffles the guy who called to confirm my reservation had mentioned. That was no problem because my kids have learned to find something to eat wherever we take them, and I ordered chicken and waffles to share with them because I love my kids and knew I would get enough food one way or another. The mimosa came in a wine glass because they had run out of flutes, which was fine by my wife, but she said they tasted heavier on the juice than on the prosecco. My waffles came out a bit burnt, but they replaced them with no problem when we pointed it out. My kids got fresh waffles, and I enjoyed the burnt ones. The chicken was one decent piece for a person, but split between my daughter and me was less than I had hoped for. Thankfully, the salad was a decent appetizer. When the crab cakes Benedict came, we were shocked to see a mess of scrambled eggs on a thin crab cake with an English muffin under. We always ask for hollandaise on the side because that sauce can go several different ways of bad, but in this instance we were genuinely confused how a benedict could come with anything other than poached eggs! The flavor was okay, but the texture and presentation left a lot to be desired. My wife only finished half of hers and didn't touch the limp fries. You can probably figure out how I made do with food in this instance. Our kids, meanwhile, devoured their food like we had starved them their whole lives, so on the plus side we didn't have to hear kids whining about food! Service was polite but very slow. I don't know that we'll be back. With the abundance of good restaurants in our area, it's going to be hard to justify returning here.

They have some pretty great mussels. Love the sauce and the bread is perfect for soaking up the flavors.

See all

Hidden jewel... What a great restaurant!

Queenie's

4.3(255 reviews)

0.0 mi

We have eaten at Queenies a few times and each experience has been great. Food and service were…read moreexceptional. Definitely a go to place.

I hate to dump on this place. It was always our "Go To" restaurant. It saw us through a major…read moreremodel when we couldn't cook. It had great people with fun personalities. But now, between their poor health score, poor service, and very bad execution of their signature meals, we just can't go back. We are very depressed because it was such a standard bearer. Now, its a has-been circling the drain...to put it mildly.

Inside

Fried chicken

See all

Biscuits

POPS Canton

4.4(206 reviews)

Our FIRST time eating here and oh boy!!! You enter, look at menu, order and they bring it to your…read moretable. * Phenomenal FOOD here! * Easily share a meal with an appetizer {I-suggest the Fried Eggplant} * Atmosphere is nice and quaint! * Clean!!! I have a Cleaning service and it was sparkling clean! SERVICE.... 5 Star From ordering, to dining and engaging with the staff was Amazing! Folks go try this place and share with your family and friends! Thanks Glen (OPs Mgr) for your time and we really enjoyed our first visit! See you soon!

POPS has truly become one of our go-to spots, and it never disappoints. From the moment you walk up…read moreand hear the smooth jazz playing, you know you're in for something special. Step inside and you're greeted with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and the kind of friendly faces that make you feel right at home. Then comes the food--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. My husband sticks to the classics (and loves every bite), while I always look forward to whatever creative seasonal dishes Andy and Amber come up with. Fall is my favorite time because I have to get the butternut squash pasta--it's that good. It's always great to see POPS busy, even during the week. It just adds to the energy of downtown and makes you appreciate having such a gem in the community. We truly hope POPS becomes a longtime staple here in Canton--places like this deserve it. If you haven't been yet, do yourself a favor and go. You won't regret it.

Looks like an old mercantile

Oso Buco

See all

Entrance

J. Michael's Prime

4.5(340 reviews)

1.5 mi

•$$$

Food, wine, service was amazing Steaks were great, baked…read morepotato side is huge Definitely will return

We had a very good experience at J. Michael's Prime Steakhouse. The Canadian oysters were okay, but…read morethe lobster ravioli was absolutely excellent and definitely one of the highlights of the dinner. The octopus was also very good, and the 16 oz ribeye was delicious--flavorful, juicy, and perfectly cooked. Overall, a great dinner and we would definitely come back!

Seating.

Calamari

See all

Wedge salad - shared 1/2

Red Lobster

3.3(92 reviews)

1.2 mi

Great service and great food it was nice to finally find a place to eat where I enjoyed the foodread more

Unfortunately we were very disappointed with our experience here. My family and I came to celebrate…read moremy son's 14th birthday because he wanted crab legs. We did bring a large cake for after dinner to celebrate, and they were nice and took it to the back for us. But after ordering, we waited for 1 hour before we got our food. Only a party of 6 and the restaurant was extremely slow. The food was good though. But we were kinda surprised it took so long. We never got any refills, never were checked on. After we finished eating, we were asked if we were ready for checks and at that time we asked if we could have the cake brought out, to which she agreed. Not once did a plate get taken to clear the table, drinks visibly empty, we weren't afraid to ask but she was gone so quickly we didn't get a chance to. We get the cake and I'm trying to make a spot on the table to set it down, mind you my son got crab legs so there is a bit of a mess, understandably. She clearly did not care and dropped the cake off and left. But 20 mins before another table got happy birthday sung to them? It was just a really strange experience and wish we would've spent our money elsewhere.

Open booths..

See all

Starters and salad menu

Downtown Kitchen

4.1(261 reviews)

Best food ever! Brussel sprouts are off the chain! Fried green tomatoes! Holy mackerel I wouldn't…read moreeven eat my mother's but these you will have wet dreams about! Rib eye steak made me want to switch from filet mignon 4ever! Biggest mistake too Small!

Would have been 5 stars, except for the condition of the bathroom. But let's start with the good…read more We arrived a little after 5PM on a cold and rainy Friday evening in January. We had reservations for 5:30 and they quickly seated us. The staff were friendly, accommodating, and attentive and we never lacked for drink refills. The seating is comfortable and there is upstairs dining accessible by elevator. I ordered the special, a thick cut pork chop. While my wife had the Trout Almondine. For side we chose the creamed kale and risotto. Before our dishes came out I had the kitchen salad with bleu cheese dressing and their complimentary bread. The dipping sauce was nice and a real twang. It was nice and unique for a few bites, but the vinegar was too strong to enjoy it past a few tastings. The salads were nice but nothing terribly exciting and with big leafs of greenery on a flat plate to challenge your dexterity. My pork chop was perfectly cooked and the flavors were fantastic. I'm not a kale fan, but there take was very good. Although the amount of lemon used in the flavoring was a bit too strong for more than a few bites. My risotto also had a sour note, but not as strong, and they were wonderfully creamy. We sampled each other's entrees and I'm not a fish person, but I almost (but not quite) almost regretted not getting the trout. It was absolutely delicious. And the sauce on my pork chop was fantastic. At the end of our meal I visited the restroom, which was where things turned downhill. I know older buildings can be a challenge to keep nice, and there's no predicting when a previous patron can leave a mess. But when I saw the revolting detritus piled in the corner, it was obvious the dirtiness of the bathroom was due to staff neglect over an extended period.

See more unrecommended reviews

Downtown Kitchen - We ate there several times it was excellent. We love the town of Canton. It was very quaint and so much to do as well as good places to eat.

We ate there several times it was excellent. We love the town of Canton. It was very quaint and so much to do as well as good places to eat.

Best thing on the menu. Mussels with a curry broth. Also best mussels I have ever had. That says a lot.

See all

Hanger Steak*

Why does Yelp recommend reviews?

Hundreds of millions of reviews are posted on Yelp, and our automated recommendation software works in the background to showcase the reviews that it …

37 reviews that are not currently recommended

The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.

Kristal H.

0

13

11

9 years ago

Holy trout. No, seriously. It was THAT GOOD. It must have been blessed by a priest. I love food and have eaten at some of the best restaurants in and outside the U.S., this was absolutely an incredible food experience. My husband and I dined here for a date night and it was one we will never forget. We opted to start with the Shrimp & Crab Au Gratin, then chose for dinner trout with Coastal preparation seasoning and fingerling potatoes, Hanger steak with a crab salad. The appetizer was creamy, cheesy deliciousness that, we probably could have eaten an entire gallon of. Both my husband and I agreed that both the trout and steak was PERFECTION. My trout was so perfectly cooked, it had a buttery silk like texture. Divine. My husband said he has never had a better steak preparation in his life. It was worth every penny. The attentive service, romantically lit ambiance, and phenomenal food, added up to be one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. Ever. read more

Oman B.

0

2

0

13 years ago

wow. Came on here to write a review. But I now feel like I'm piling on. Was there last night later. Only us and another table at the time. Sat through poorly made drinks and really really bad service. Waitress was CLUELESS like she was brand new at waiting tables. But that's right when it seemed like the bartender and waitress were more interested in each other than their guests. By the way the fish was so so. Mine was ok. My guest didn't really enjoy. Talked them out of sending back when the first bone came out of their mouth. Its a restaurant where they make it a big deal to be able to see the kitchen(like that hasn't been done to death) We actually sat there and watched the same waitress doing it with the cooks as well. Save it for after work guys, your restaurant guests are having bad experience and its all the staff. Other than that, cozy place, brick and metal decor. I'm not sure if ill go back. There are very few options in Canton. read more

Jansen A.

51

10

0

4 years ago

Giving it 3 stars because the service isn't that fabulous, and the "fresh fish" of the days never actually does taste fresh. It is definitely an overpriced place for the amount of food. The drinks/cocktails are okay, but they seems awfully small for what they cost. Will still return for event purposes (i.e. birthdays, anniversaries, etc.). However would not go for a date night. read more

Thurmond G.

94

1

0

11 years ago

I thought I had Shrimp and Grits before but I was fooled. This southern delicacy has been mastered at Goin' Coastal. It is a filling meal, so good you will not want to eat "anything" just to keep the taste. With the nicest waitress Christy, I was able to surprise my wife. Thanks for the memories Goin Coastal read more

Chandler W.

4

5

0

11 years ago

The king crab risotto is to die for! My friends and I stopped by here last weekend for dinner before heading out for the night. Loved every moment of my dinner and drinks. The service was great! The hostess was very sweet. Can't wait to try more from their menu when I return. Will be back for sure! read more

Lee N.

3

2

0

12 years ago

Excellent, knowledgeable server, wonderful food. Something for everyone. Celebrated a birthday there and had food restrictions which they graciously accommodated, and they even sent out the cook to discuss the needs. read more

Micah F.

0

4

8

11 years ago

We ate here for our 4th wedding anniversary. I had the low country boil and my wife had the shrimp tacos. Very good seafood, prepared wonderfully. Would recommend the homemade peanut butter pie for dessert. read more

Reagan H.

0

6

1

11 years ago

Great place to eat. The shrimp and grits are the worlds best dish. Great atmosphere and you can see where you food came from by looking at the blackboard. Most of the food is flown in fresh from the USA. read more

Mallory Z.

0

2

0

11 years ago

I have lived in Canton for 4 years and have never tried goin coastal. I have to say it's phenomenal! I ordered the filet and scallops.. Nothing but mouthwatering! Definitely recommend this restaurant! read more

Brandon W.

120

1

0

9 years ago

Great location, great atmosphere, great food and great service!!! A fresh seafood restaurant in the heart of Downtown Canton. I highly recommend you trying this place out. read more

Robert G.

0

1

0

9 years ago

My daughter ate raw oysters at Goin Coastal on 6/2/17, got violently ill several hours later, and ended up in the Northside Cherokee Hospital emergency room. read more

Oman B.

0

6

0

13 years ago

Are these people serious on here? This place is not good. Nice looking from the outside. Rubber fish and high priced drinks on the inside.

Eva G.

5

25

6

5 years ago

The best in seafood anywhere... make your reservations early because everyone wants a taste of the best of the best anywhere

Mike K.

57

6

0

8 years ago

Good service and good food. I had the lunch order of shrimp tacos. The portion was good, and the food was very good.

Karen L.

0

2

0

14 years ago

This restaurant is awesome!!! Food is always good and the atmosphere is great!!! Service is always good.

Michael B.

5

6

0

11 years ago

I've been here a zillion times over the past 5+ years, and have had nothing but stellar food and service.

Creighton C.

8

17

0

4 years ago

Super delicious and fresh. Fun drink options and food options too. As well as a night atmosphere!!

William R.

2

93

1

13 years ago

Visiting from chicago...tried "the bowl" and found it ***** I'll be back on my next trip through. read more

Amy W.

0

2

0

12 years ago

Awesome food, service and ambiance. Bourbon menu is fantastic. We will be back again (and again).

Andrew S.

33

16

31

4 years ago

This place is the best! Great food, awesome service and better drinks! Can't wait to go back!

Goin' Coastal - seafood - Updated September 2026

People who viewed Goin' Coastal also viewed

Flatlands Bourbon and Bayou

4.3

(19 reviews)

Great service food was very good looking forward to being here again. Our server Megan was…read moredelightful and helpful .

Place was awesome. My wife and I wanted to try this out because we liked their Alpharetta location…read moreand we were not disappointed. Got a table quick, server was friendly, and ambiance is good here. Very homey feel. We got the crab dip to start and liked that you can actually taste the crab in it. Lol I know it sounds silly to say that but lots of places either put in a lil crab and lots of the fake crab as filler or will put in more cream cheese/cheese as filler. This one was excellent. Wife got the crawfish po boy and it was over stuffed with fried crawfish, the sauce that comes with it is amazing too. Not too heavy and the spicing is amazing. Even the hand cut fries that came with it were good, which says a lot. Usually fries come as an after thought but these were well made. I got the catfish Atchafalaya and it was amazing. First off, if you don't like catfish you will actually like this. The blackening and cooking of it is perfect, they work perfectly with the etouffee and dirty rice. The slaw mix/pico on top added this acidic layer that everything needed to meld perfectly together. Was a huge portion and I will be eating it the next 3 meals for sure. There is a ton on their menu and I'm looking forward to coming back and trying more things.

Riverstone Corner Bistro

4.3

(738 reviews)

Seeking a charming venue for a weekend meal in Canton today, I happened upon a wonderful, classic…read moreAmerican-style restaurant that proved to be a magnificent choice. The establishment features ample, convenient parking right out front and a thoughtfully arranged space that caters seamlessly to families, elegant gatherings, and celebratory occasions alike. The atmosphere is warm, pristine, and wonderfully nostalgic, offering a timeless aesthetic that immediately makes one feel right at home. The hospitality was top-tier from start to finish gracious, attentive, and extraordinarily welcoming. To kick off my Saturday luncheon, I ordered a Caramel Apple Mimosa. While I initially approached the unique flavor combination with mild curiosity, it proved to be an absolute triumph exceptionally fresh, crisp, and delightfully indulgent! For my main course, I selected a steak accompanied by fresh green beans. Prepared to a precise medium-rare, the steak was a complete culinary masterpiece exceptionally tender, rich with flavor, and executed with impressive skill. Between the spotless old-fashioned ambiance, divine cuisine, and stellar service, this Canton gem earns absolute full marks from me. A thoroughly marvelous spot I shall most certainly be returning

Tried the Shrimp and Grits on this visit, and the dish really could've used some kind of broth or…read moresauce to pull it together. With a heavy mound of onions and mushrooms on top, the grits ended up feeling dry and pulled all the moisture out of the bite. The flavor itself was fine, just lacking moisture and balance. We also ordered the scallops and risotto. The risotto was the standout. Bright, fresh finish, great texture, and not overpowering. The scallops, unfortunately, were the opposite. They had a noticeably strong smell right away, which usually means they're not as fresh as they should be, especially at a $40 price point. We took them home, but every time we opened the fridge the smell hit us, so they ultimately went in the trash. Despite this particular experience, we've always enjoyed this place. Service is consistently great, drinks are solid, and we usually leave happy. Hoping this was just an off evening, because we genuinely like coming here. Adding an additional * for the great service and because we haven't had a bad experience otherwise.

J. Michael's Prime

4.5

(340 reviews)

•$$$

Food, wine, service was amazing Steaks were great, baked…read morepotato side is huge Definitely will return

We had a very good experience at J. Michael's Prime Steakhouse. The Canadian oysters were okay, but…read morethe lobster ravioli was absolutely excellent and definitely one of the highlights of the dinner. The octopus was also very good, and the 16 oz ribeye was delicious--flavorful, juicy, and perfectly cooked. Overall, a great dinner and we would definitely come back!

Highlands Grill

3.4

(25 reviews)

Positives- For Lake Arrowhead residents, it's super…read moreconvenient. And it's in the same building as the golf shop, so visitors will find convenient as well. The menu is pretty good. There are items that may be in short supply based on seasons. The weekly specials are usually really worth it. Hours of operation are mostly convenient, as well. Service is often great. There have been some issues on the last two visits. However, there are also several new servers and it's probably a training issue. Parking is rough on Saturday and Sunday. They have a HUGE parking lot but share it with the golf course. Timing is everything for parking. Price is not bad. Comparable to another mid-level restaurant.

First, we don't live in LA but sometimes come to the restaurant. The food is usually pretty good…read morebut their service and dining times are fickle and sporadic at best. They often don't have many items in the menu which is aggravating. Looks like they could make more money with more structured dining and a fuller menu. Hurry back Garland Mtn and build back so we can get something good to eat in Waleska.

Sunset Grille

3.2

(77 reviews)

We stopped to grab a quick lunch while on the lake. The servers were super friendly. The drinks…read morewere good. I had the hot chicken sandwich and it was juicy and delicious. Cute patio. The burger was ok, thin double patties. They had live music on the patio too.

Our server was amazing and kept our drinks full. Love the decor and outside sitting area. I had the…read morechicken quesadilla which was delicious and I have enough leftover for another meal. My husband had the cheeseburger add bacon and he was very happy. My children had a cheeseburger and a corndog and both were happy.

New Georgian Hills Restaurants

4.1

(54 reviews)

•$

Wonderful local restaurant with excellent service. Blessed staff that's friendly and…read moreaccommodating. The food is large portions with great flavor. The ambiance is diner feel with ample room and regulars as expected. Local gem!!

Had a great breakfast here! I had a delicious biscuit and home fires. Looking forward to trying…read moretheir lunch

Salt Factory Pub

4.0

(715 reviews)