I visited on National Oyster Day after being told they served White Stone Oysters, but that was not…read moremy experience. I arrived around 3:00 p.m. and waited more than five minutes to be seated. Since no employee was on the floor, I eventually grabbed a menu and seated myself. It appeared that one employee was handling everything, and to her credit, she apologized for the delay. I ordered a dozen oysters, and many were badly mangled during shucking. Unfortunately, they had very little flavor and were among the most disappointing oysters I've had. Based on the taste and quality, I told the server they definitely were not the White Stone Oysters I was expecting. They were actually Bay Blue Oysters from White Stone Oysters and NOT their flagship oyster, "White Stones," https://www.whitestoneoysters.com On a positive note, the calamari was excellent and was easily the highlight of my meal. Moreover, this was National Oyster Day NOT calamari day :(

Located at the end of a shopping center with plenty of parking and just a quick hop off the…read moreinterstate, this spot makes for an easy and convenient stop--whether you're coming off the road or looking for a laid-back place to relax. It has a great outdoor patio, indoor dining, and a full bar with libations to satisfy every palette. Everything is super clean, from the tables and booths to the floors, and they also offer some fun retail items if you want to take something home. I ordered the Greggah lobster roll warm with their mustard sauce. It came on a top-loaded, buttery toasted bun filled with warm, fresh lobster. Absolute perfection. I also had the crab balls, calamari, and a house salad. The crab balls had a nice spice without going overboard and were served with a flavorful house-made sauce. The calamari was cooked well done, just how I like it--crispy, tender, and not rubbery at all. The sweet and hot sauce they serve it with is divine. The Louie sauce is my personal favorite. They make almost everything from scratch in-house, including the sauces and their slaw. The slaw is cool, creamy, tangy, and sweet--exactly like the kind I grew up eating. The house salad was generously portioned and full of crisp, fresh ingredients, all clearly prepped in-house. I came back the next day for lunch and caught the house-made clam strips special. I got the clam strip basket with sautéed vegetables--same side I had the night before because they were that good. The vegetables are crisp and vibrant, not mushy or overcooked like you sometimes get elsewhere. I also had a cup of clam chowder that was thick, creamy, and packed with flavor. You can taste the coast in every bite. The chain was founded in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, and it still carries that same coastal character. The staff here--bartenders and servers alike--are extremely friendly and helpful, which just adds to the overall experience.

If you're looking for an unforgettable hibachi experience, Kani House in Dawsonville absolutely…read moredelivers and our server, Jordan, made it exceptional from start to finish. From the moment we sat down, Jordan brought an energy that set the tone for the entire evening. Attentive without being overbearing, friendly without feeling forced truly the kind of service that elevates a dining experience. Every detail was handled seamlessly, from drink refills to timing our meal perfectly with the chef's performance. The hibachi steak and shrimp was outstanding. The steak was cooked to perfection tender, flavorful, and expertly seasoned while the shrimp were juicy with just the right amount of char. The entire meal was fresh, hot, and beautifully presented right off the grill, with that classic hibachi flair we all love. What really stood out, though, was how Jordan made us feel like valued guests, not just another table. That level of genuine hospitality is rare and deserves recognition. We'll absolutely be back and we'll be asking for Jordan every time.

Food was not good, very bland, it tasted like rancid oil. The miso soup tasted like dish water. The…read morestaff was friendly But if you are looking for flavorful food, this is not your place. Do not recommend.

If you live anywhere near Dawsonville and have not tried Hatsu Hibachi yet, you are missing out…read more Daniel from Roundabout Deli recommended this place to me and told me June and her husband were back there cooking up some amazing food. After trying it for myself, I completely understand why people keep talking about this spot. First off, this is NOT your typical small-town hibachi place where everything tastes the same. You can tell there's care being put into the food here. I tried the steak lo mein, General Tso chicken, orange chicken, fried dumplings, egg rolls, fried rice, and the sugar donuts. The steak lo mein was excellent. The steak was actually tender, which matters because bad steak can ruin a noodle dish fast. The noodles were perfectly cooked and loaded with flavor without being greasy or heavy. The General Tso chicken was probably my favorite thing I tried. Super crispy, flavorful, and had that slight spice that General Tso is supposed to have. The orange chicken was also fantastic. Both had that fresh crispy texture where the sauce still sticks to the chicken without making it soggy. And honestly, the pricing here is kind of wild in the best way possible. Most of these plates are around $10-12, and the portions are HUGE for the money. With prices going up everywhere lately, it was refreshing to walk into a local family-owned spot and leave feeling like you actually got your money's worth. The fried rice was simple but really good. Just egg fried rice without a bunch of vegetables mixed in, which honestly a lot of people will appreciate. The fried dumplings were great, the chicken egg rolls were crispy and tasty, and dipping them in yum yum sauce made them even better. The sugar donuts were awesome too. They're more dense than your typical donut and came out warm with sugar on top. Really good way to finish the meal. The restaurant itself is beside a gas station, but it is NOT part of the gas station. Don't let that fool you. Inside is clean, comfortable, and nicer than people would probably expect. Plenty of tables and booths, nice setup, and they also serve Coca-Cola fountain drinks and bottled drinks. Service was fast too. I ordered a lot of food and it probably took around 5-7 minutes. I did notice they stay busy with people constantly coming in and phones ringing, but the kitchen was moving efficiently and the food came out fresh and hot. Very happy Dawsonville has a local family-owned place like this. June and her husband are doing an amazing job here, and I'll absolutely be back to keep trying more of the menu. 5/23 EDIT: Stopped back by Hatsu Hibachi with my wife and somehow this place impressed us even more the second time around. I had the teriyaki chicken with lo mein, my wife got the Mongolian chicken with fried rice, and both were excellent. The portions are huge, the chicken was tender, and the flavor on everything was spot on. We also got to meet June, and she is absolutely amazing. She shared a little bit about her background and everything they're doing over at Hatsu, and you can genuinely feel how much care they put into the food and the customer experience. On top of that, she kindly gave us an order of their homemade crab rangoons, and WOW. They prep and make them all in-house, and you can absolutely tell. Crispy, fresh, full of flavor, and such a great appetizer that paired perfectly with the meal. Really happy to see a local spot putting this much heart into their food. Hatsu continues to be one of the best values around Dawsonville.

I tried the low mein this time and it's the best I've ever had. I can't wait to go back and get it…read moreagain. The service is always great too

Akami Sushi & Grill was a really pleasant surprise in Dawsonville. I honestly did not expect to…read morefind a sushi spot this good on the north side of Atlanta, but this place absolutely delivered. First off, full transparency: I am NOT some sushi expert. I'm not going to pretend I can break down every fish and technique like a professional critic. What I can tell you is simple -- I grabbed sushi, put it in my mouth, and it was yummy yummy in my tum-tum. That's my expert analysis. But seriously, the sushi was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You really do eat with your eyes first, and everything coming out of the kitchen looked excellent. The rolls looked clean, colorful, and well made without being overloaded. Add in the soy sauce, wasabi, yum-yum sauce, and the whole experience just worked. The gyoza was an excellent starter. Nice crisp on the bottom, soft on top, and the sauce paired with it really well. We also tried the Beef Tataki. Flavor-wise, it was good, but I do wish the beef had been a little more tender. Personally, I'd probably skip that dish next time, but honestly this is a sushi restaurant, so I'm not going to hold one beef appetizer against them when everything else was very strong. The chicken tonkatsu with fried rice was excellent. Super crispy breading, juicy chicken, and the sauce on top tied everything together really well. Next time I actually want to try the pork cutlet because they clearly know how to fry food properly. Service was A+. Spencer took care of us and was a gentleman from beginning to end. Friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The inside of the restaurant deserves its own paragraph because they did an AMAZING job with the design. It's modern, spacious, clean, and honestly feels much more upscale than you'd expect in Dawsonville. The booths and tables are roomy, we never felt cramped, and the whole atmosphere makes it feel like a great date-night spot or somewhere you can actually relax and enjoy dinner. Pricing varies depending on the sushi rolls. Some are around $13 while others go into the $15-17 range depending on what you order, which honestly feels pretty normal for quality sushi these days. Also, one final important detail: When you leave, grab one of those little guava candies by the entrance. I'm telling you right now, those things are ridiculously good. Plenty of parking too since it's right there by the North Georgia Premium Outlets area. Overall, very happy with this place and definitely one of the better surprises I've had in Dawsonville in a long time. We'll absolutely be back. And yes... all of this was enjoyed properly with a Coke Zero because they are a Coca-Cola spot. PS: They gave me a membership rewards card that helped me save about 8 bucks Accumulate points as you continue dining in

Had food delivered it was not hot and the filet was overcooked. Noodles were bland as was the fried…read morerice. Won't order from here again!

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My experience at Volcano was so unprofessional and off-putting that it reflects a serious failure…read morein management not just a bad night. Our party arrived at 9:12 PM, nearly an hour before their posted 10:00 PM closing time. Before we were even seated, we were told that if we didn't place our order within five minutes, we would not be served. We hadn't sat down, hadn't seen a menu, and hadn't been greeted properly yet we were immediately met with pressure and dismissiveness. This is not a staffing issue this is a management issue. Properly run restaurants do not treat paying customers like an inconvenience simply because the staff wants to close early. If your kitchen closes before your posted hours, that needs to be clearly communicated and enforced professionally not thrown at guests in a rushed, borderline hostile manner. What's most concerning is that this behavior felt normalized, as if management has allowed or even encouraged staff to operate this way. That speaks volumes about the leadership and standards of this establishment. First impressions matter, and this one ensured I will never return. I would strongly caution others to reconsider before dining here, especially if you expect to be treated with basic courtesy and respect. Ownership should take a hard look at how this restaurant is being managed, because experiences like this don't just lose one customer they damage the reputation of the entire

I'll start with this. Santa Maria is one of mine and my husband's favorite restaurants since we…read moremoved to Cumming. We take everyone who visits here. We've never had a bad experience. Today was an exception. Somehow, no one really knows what happened, two drinks were spilled on my dad from the waitresses tray. He was soaked and had to leave immediately to change. My dad said he doesn't think he bumped the tray. All we know is she was putting something down and the tray tipped. We understand hings like this happen. It was lucky it didn't spill on my 4 year old who was sitting right next to him. I know she was mortified and she made sure to mention multiple times that she has never done this before. She was also very apologetic. It was a lot of liquid and glass was all over the floor. We were never moved even after I suggested we move. She just mopped and swept while we were still sitting there. Honestly, we should have just left. It was such an awkward experience from then on. Someone (maybe the manager?) stopped by to say sorry and gave my dad a couple of napkins, but between all the chaos of the incident it definitely wasn't memorable. At the end she asked about birthday dessert for my 4 year old and so I assumed it was complimentary considering what had just happened. It wasn't. We don't like to make a scene and we didn't want to totally ruin lunch for our kid's sake. We kindly paid our $90 bill and we didn't even stay to get an entree. This isn't a cheap restaurant and we expected more from a situation as this. Again, I understand that stuff like this happens, but I feel like the situation was not handled well. Had we made a scene, I'm sure it would have been handled different, but that's just not who we are. It will probably be a while before we return there.

Quite a stylish Spanish tapas restaurant in the heart of the bustling Cumming City Center. I was in…read moretown on a quick work trip and found myself right around the corner from here when hunger struck around lunch time. I took to Yelp and found Santa Maria right down the block. The location, awesome reviews, and photos made it a no-brainer. My lunch companion and I decided to share the queso fundito and shrimp empanadas and both were great. The queso fundito came with roasted corn and a garlic toast while the shrimp empanadas were plated on top of a bed of salad. The empanadas were a nice size and I would totally order these just for myself for lunch. I added a shrimp tempura taco to round out my meal. It was juicy, a bit spicy because of the jalapeno mayo, and overall a nice way to end my meal. I'll wrap this up by congratulating them on landing a spot on Yelp's Best New Restaurants list for 2025. Only 100 businesses in the ENTIRE country get on the list - so this is huge. Based on my experience, well deserved. Definitely give them a visit soon!

I ordered take out and was impressed with my food. I got the deep fried potstickers, hot and sour…read moresoup, chicken fried rice, and general tso's chicken. All tasted very good, although the hot and sour soup was a little bland. The serving sizes were large, I had leftovers for the next day, and the prices were right in line with the economy these days. This inside seemed nice when I went in to pick up my food, and seemed very clean. The lady who handed me my food from behind the counter was a little short with me, but there were quite a few tables, so I can look beyond that. Everything seemed fresh, and will definitely return.

I love this place. I pretty regularly order food and have it delivered especially when I'm busy and…read moredon't feel like cooking. The food is delicious and even when I order for delivery, the food always arrives hot and it is always delivered way before I expect it. I highly recommend it to anyone.

The sushi was terrible. I asked for avocado and salmon roll. It had less than a dime size piece of…read moreavocado and salmon. All you tasted was rice. Never eat there again. I paid over 12.00 for rice!!!!

I've been here a few times and have to say that the good service and yummy food are consistent!…read moreThey provide fast service, so if you're on the way home or on a quick lunch break, they can accommodate that. The food is exactly what I want when I have a craving for Chinese food. The egg rolls are crispy. The rice is flavorful and hot. The chicken is done right. And the family that works there is just the sweetest.