The staff was cordial and helpful. Our party of six enjoyed…read morevarious menu items. Eating off metal plates, generous portions and looking through jars of jams and jellies lends to that Mayberry feel.

Locals will give it a 5 and OOT will give it a 4 because we've had good city food ... Mayberry's is…read morenot bad by any stretch of the imagination - it's just simple. The place was empty when we arrived - which is both good and bad. Fast service, no wait, easy to find a table - we just wondered where everyone was. I would have gave this place a 5 but I'll be honest they got a 4 because the "cheddar cornbread" was terrible ... for such a place, I expect top-not h cornbread. Our party of 5 all said it was bad; you couldn't taste the cheddar and it tasted liked it was baked in fish oil - slight charring and burn flavor too. Sammys were otherwise good and pie was good. Locale was charming. Apple slaw was also good - burgers are more like sandwiches with meat (no buns - Texas toast). I'd go back but I will not order the cheddar cornbread again.

My daughter goes to college in Oxford Ohio and there's a place there called bagel and deli. Every…read moretime we move her in or out of school working out for a visit we always stop at bagel and deli for their steamed bagels. Now flash Forward to hunting for a grad school and we happened upon this lovely town called Clemson. In many ways it mirrors Oxford and size scope feel and bubble. On day two we decided to stop in Sully's steamers because of the away reminded me of bagel and deli. Turns out the owner went to Miami and one of his favorite places to eat with bagel and deli. The sandwiches are almost identical save for they came not only wrapped in oil but a to-go box as well. The entire place was steamy and humid that bagels were perfect and my breakfast sandwich with flawless. While they don't have a competition to eat everything in the menu board like bagel and deli I would probably make my own competition. I really hope my daughter chooses Clemson cuz I want to come to this place more often!

We love Sullys! The sandwiches are so good and affordable. And my wife loves that there is a gluten…read morefriendly bagel as well. We got some of these to go and ate in a shaded picnic bench around the corner.

Stopped by Tiger Town for a conference. Hip Burger was a great place to go for a quick lunch. It…read morehad fast service, good sit-down atmosphere, was clean and had friendly employees. I went with an original cheeseburger that was full of flavor, and garlic parm fries. My colleague had the burger bowl - and we both didn't regret it!

The hamburgers were excellent and we really enjoyed the visit. We decided this would be "our place"…read morewhen craving a burger.

Sandwich was really good. It had bacon on it and I haven't had a piece of bacon in a year or more…read moreso it felt weird to me. Maybe I overlooked where the sandwich came with bacon. But if you eat bacon, this will not be a problem for you. Service was ok. It's very obvious that I am not from around and the vibes were weird. But nevertheless, I appreciate the people in the kitchen for making a decent meal. Regarding the inside of the restaurant, the other comments had said enough, no use in beating a dead horse, lol!

My husband ate in today, he brought me & the kids something back. The food was delicious! It always…read moreis. My husband really enjoyed his lunch this afternoon thanks to the waitresses & the good home feeling to the place.

Arrived at Strickland's late one morning for breakfast. The Yelp ratings set high expectations,…read morewhich were thoroughly met. We were promptly greeted and seated. The restaurant is plainly decorated with about a dozen tables. We timed our visit perfectly since it seemed that soon after we arrived the lunch crowd began arriving, which quickly created a wait. We ordered the Eggs Benedict, which cooked perfectly and were topped with a well-executed béarnaise sauce. We also ordered a Meat-Lover's Omelette that was generously stuffed with various meats. We also ordered a stack of blueberry pancakes that were light and fluffy in the middle with slightly-crisp edges. Delicious all around. Service was attentive and efficient. The staff seemed to have multiple roles as you would expect in a small/family-run restaurant. I highly recommend you stop here for breakfast or lunch and enjoy delicious food in a simple atmosphere.

Straight out of Mayberry RFD!!!! The Sargent Pile is AMAZING! Lots of options to make it your own…read more Favorite place to take friends/family from out of town.

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.

We love this place and go regularly in summer. Great sandwiches! Fresh ingredients. Don't miss this…read moreplace.

My favorite sweet local lunch spot in Highlands hands down. What I love about TSG... 1. Rachel…read more The owner & sandwich connoisseur. She's always extremely friendly & passionate about good food. 2. "The Hudson" a classic & the dill havarti cheese topped "Gobbler" for sandwiches & don't forget every sandwich can be made in to a salad. My go to for salad is the "Raw & Flawless". All sandwiches are toasted perfectly & made with love. 3. The homemade cookies. Worth every single penny. If she has them that day do not miss out. These are famous oatmeal crème pie cookies! 4. The courtyard. Where else in Highlands can you join the locals & visitors alike & have a glorious sandy in such a lovely setting. Umbrellas up & perfect for any day of the year. 5. The menu (simple but curated) has something for everyone. Whether you're a turkey fan or branch out to something as fabulous as "The Muff" or "The Godfather" or prefer a beautiful salad this place offers something for everyone, adults & children (a grilled cheese is always an option:) 6. A well thought out selection of wine, cheese & spreads, frozen raviolis & do not forget to stock your freezer with her amazing selection of homemade soups. Something as simple as the chicken & noodle soup is so elevated with extra large noodles & fresh chopped ingredients & takes on a new vibe. This is not your basic. Don't miss The Secret Garden on your visit to Highlands.

Hidden Gem Alert…read more Some places spend millions trying to manufacture "authentic." The Open Door at Alley's Ol' Store apparently skipped that meeting and just kept being authentic. The building looks exactly like what you'd hope to stumble across while wandering the North Georgia mountains. Rustic. Colorful. Cozy. The kind of place that makes you instinctively slow down because you know there's probably something interesting inside. Parking is a bit of a scavenger hunt, but that's part of the adventure. If you're expecting a six-level parking garage with valet service, you've made several wrong turns. The staff immediately made us feel like we'd wandered into Papaw's store and the grandkids were helping out for the afternoon. Two young ladies were running the place, one at the register and one making sandwiches. They weren't reciting a corporate script or trying to upsell me a rewards program. They were just genuinely friendly people who actually seemed happy we stopped in. Imagine that. This isn't a restaurant pretending to be a country store. It is a country store. There's no fancy dining room either. You can eat on the little front porch if it's available, but we grabbed our sandwiches and walked across the street to the riverside park. Honestly, I can't think of many lunches that end with eating beside a mountain river and making a few casts with a fishing rod before heading down the road. That's hard to beat. Now let's talk sandwiches. Three of us ordered the Harvest. Presentation? Maybe a 7 out of 10. Nobody is arranging edible flowers with tweezers back there. It's toasted store-bought bread filled with ingredients that simply belong together. Sometimes food doesn't need to perform gymnastics. It just needs to taste good. And it did. Every bite reminded me that somewhere along the way we've confused "artisan presentation" with "good cooking." The Harvest isn't trying to become internet famous. It's just quietly being delicious. My brother ordered the meatloaf sandwich, and if he wasn't already family, I probably would've stolen half of it. He declared it fantastic with exactly the right amount of condiments. The grandkids inhaled their grilled cheese and ham & cheese without a single negotiation, which every parent knows is basically a Michelin star. One thing that really caught my attention was the steady parade of locals coming in for takeout. That's the kind of review you can't fake. Locals vote with their wallets every day, and this place clearly keeps getting elected. Here's another tip: don't skip the neighboring art gallery. My daughter wandered in and came back smiling. The manager wasn't just selling artwork. She was telling stories. She explained the history of the area, how it shaped the artists, and why certain pieces existed. You could tell she genuinely loved what she was talking about. That's becoming a rare commodity these days. By the time we left, I realized something. The Open Door doesn't have the polish of a big destination restaurant. It doesn't need dramatic plating, twelve-word menu descriptions, or foam strategically placed with tweezers. It has something much harder to create. Character. If you're driving through Lakemont, call ahead if you're in a hurry. If you're not, browse the store, visit the gallery, grab a sandwich, walk across to the river, and stay awhile. Some places feed your stomach. Places like this feed your trip. That's the definition of a hidden gem.

Ambiance is awesome. Love ol south roads and the shops that dot them. Food ok, bread dry like it…read morehad sitting out. Wait was longer than should be for 2 sandwiches. I'll give them another try, maybe it'll be a better experience.

This place is the CUTEST little spot in Pendleton! They serve both beer AND coffee (what a great…read moreidea) so you can get a brew any time of day!! We had coffee on this visit and it was delicious. The barista was SO knowledgeable and very helpful with all of the drinks that we ordered. All of the coffees are pretty sugary/milky, but they were still delicious. What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere! There are places inside to study and talk, but there is an outdoor porch with rocking chairs and a turf space with cornhole. It truly feels like you're relaxing in someone's backyard. Bonus points that it's walkable from the main strip in downtown, so it makes it easy to head to no matter where you're at in town. We were visiting from out of town, but would definitely return if we're in the area again.

Went there on a hot Thursday afternoon, friendly staff, great beer choices and great snacks. Good…read moreplace to watch World Cup and relax!

If you're looking for the BBQ dive style restaurant shack then this is your place. Walking up I…read morecould tell this was going to be a fun place but it also had amazing BBQ. There is so much space in the front with cornhole boards or just to hang out. When we walked In I could tell this was going to be amazing BBQ. Writing on the walls and chairs, menus board hanging on the wall and daily specials written on chalk boards. Or orders were quickly taken by a very efficient hostess the. We grabbed a seat. I ordered brisket and pork with collards and cobbler. My wife ordered the same with the grits and my son had the side of Mac and cheese with his brisket. The brisket slices were think and it was really well cooked. The pork was awesome but the sides were out of this world. Every single one of them was perfect. There were four BBQ sauces to choose from, Eastern NC style, hot, mild and mustard. I am not a huge fan of mustard BBQ (I'm from NC, IYKYK) but I'll say this was the best I had. The hot was my favorite and it had just the right amount of heat. For those that may be concerned about the description of the writing on the walls and divey spot don't be. The place was clean and very nice. The health rating was great and it was a really nice place.

The manager Morris was so great! My sister has many food allergies. This has presented numerous…read moreproblems at various restaurants. On More than one occasion we went to three restaurants until she was able to eat breakfast. One a few occasions the managers were nasty and one just refused her service because they would not accommodate someone with allergies. But Morris at the Smokin'' Pig was incredibly understanding and made our dining experience fun and easy!! This restaurant is a "must go to restaurant!" The food is delicious!! Mouth watering good!!!