The food was great but the service was questionable. We waited a long time to get our order and…read morethen took a long time to get our food . The food was awesome

Johnsonville is a small town with few dining options, especially sit-down/table service…read morerestaurants. Shady Rest has been in town for probably 25ish years at this point and is still going strong. I visited for lunch with family after a funeral service. There's a large dining area as well as two semi-private rooms you can reserve for bigger parties. You can call to order takeout. In addition to daily specials, the regular menu includes seafood items, salads, burgers, sandwiches, and sides. Liver and onions and hamburger steaks are also popular. I had a fish sandwich with sweet potato fries. The fish on the sandwich was good, although I wish I had fish in each bite of the sandwich- it was a small portion. I had to ask for tartar sauce, and the server brought it promptly. The fried squash was everyone's favorite, and six of us shared (and devoured) it. The food is simple and VERY inexpensive, and for two sandwiches/fries and appetizer, the bill was less than $25 after tax. The main reason I'm giving three stars is the tipping policies. For one, there's no line to leave a tip on credit cards. Instead, you must request cash back and tip with cash. I saw the notice on the register before receiving my check. I already had cash, as I prefer to tip in cash at restaurants- I know the servers receive it this way. When I saw the sign, I let my uncle know as he was paying for my aunt and other family members and using a credit card. I respect Shady Rest's choice of policy, but wish it was better advertised that tips are cash-only. Our large group only had two servers, and they worked super hard and deserve as much as they can possibly make via tips. This is especially true in a rural area where dollars are tight and fewer people carry cash these days. For a small-town meal, Shady Rest is simple but reliable, with options for everyone, plus the prices are low. The next time I'm in town, I'd order again and cross my fingers that fried squash is on special.

Food is good and fried perfectly . Can be a little on the salty side so be sure to ask for light…read moresalt. Service was good and the counter lady was super friendly ! Customer service goes a long way for me . Small & quaint and decor is average with different snacks and cakes.

Don't ever eat here they don't they are full of shit took my order over the phone and paid right…read morethen and there told the lady 3 time what I wanted and still yet I drive back home in Hemingway only to find out my shit was still wrong and she wanted me to drive back for some fucking rice but they have no problem taking black people money making these ass hole rich while handing out the wrong food

SHARED POST : I just…read morehad a negative experience at SNAX in Lake City, SC. I walked in behind a group of black kids and a white couple with a baby. After the black kids completed their order, the white male employee started yelling something seemingly directed at the customers. Initially, I didn't understand what he said, but I did see that he was looking directly at the group of black kids or me as we were standing near each other. So I asked the young people what he said. Before the girl could repeat what he said he yells, "Whoever smells like weed get out! This is a family establishment! People bring their children in here..." I was extremely offended, as he was still only looking at the black people (the kids and/or me). The kids stepped back unsure of how to respond or react. As the only black adult inside, I asked them if they'd been smoking or if they had weed on them. They responded no. Then the white male moves closer to the front of the counter where the ice cream is served, looked directly at the young people and repeated what he'd previously stated, but added that he'd call the police if they didn't leave. I went into protect mode. I stepped into the kids' semi circle and inhaled. NO WEED SMELL! So, I spoke clearly and loudly to the kids, but also for everyone to hear, "If you haven't been smoking and don't have anything illegal on you don't move! You haven't done anything wrong!" I said it a second time for clarity and affect, as I looked directly at the while man. Then I turned my back to the kids and step forward to wait behind the white couple who were placing their order. Well low and behold, what do you think slaps me directly in the face? THE SMELL OF WEED COMING FROM THE YOUNG WHITE COUPLE WHO HAD A BABY IN THE STROLLER! I immediately moved a few steps back! First of all because the couple smelled horrible. Secondly, to show my displeasure of the "loud" smell. I announced to the kids, "It's not you, it's them." Everyone heard me: customers, employees, and the weed smelling couple. The female employees were watching me as if they didn't know what to think of me... (Yeah, I'm gonna protect mine! I'll protect theirs too, if need be!) The female that was stank turned and looked at me as if she was embarrassed, but did not say a word. Her partner acted as if he was the most innocent person in the room. No shame or guilt. The white male employee goes back to doing whatever he was supposed to be doing before he started accusing black kids of being his culprits. NO APOLOGIES. NOTHING - FROM NO ONE! I was pissed!!! What would have happened if I was not present? Listen WHITE PEOPLE: People smoke weed: black people, white people, Asian people, old people, young people, every race, color and creed. STOP THINKING THAT BLACKS ARE ALWAYS THE THUGS, AND THE CRIMINALS! THIS TIME IT WAS ONE OF YOUR OWN!!

I like ice cream and I have kids and there's lots of candy here so I give this ice creamread more

Almost killed my best friends cousin because I left my fish in his car and he tossed it. So I went…read moreback for seconds. When I tell you I am native Jersey and was just there for a short visit this was totally unexpected. The staff is friendly. The food surpasses expectations. I think I will take a flight just to get my food from here. Thank you all for your hospitality. BUNNY

The food is amazing! The staff are always so friendly and the seafood is always fresh! My family…read moreloves to frequent this restaurant and we will for many more years!

Somebody needs to call the health department. Ribs were cold. Seems like unsafe holding…read moretemperature. Pretty sure I saw a mealworm in my banana pudding. Waited forever for them to replace the lemonade since it was out. Never got it. And they don't know how to make mac n cheese. Why did the slaw have a vinegar flavor. Why was there seemingly dried out breakfast sausage in the chicken bog? Or was that dog food? Chicken was tough. Awful.

Family run business selling whole hog barbecue. The vinegar based sauce is perfect-not too spicy…read morethat it numbs the tongue but just enough kick to make your taste buds take notice. Dine in is strictly buffet style, but they offer take out service where you can choose your meat and sides. The barbecue is definitively the star of the show, though. All the sides are basically just your average Southern fare.

This place is mid at best. We went after attending Art Fields. Maybe they were understaffed. I…read moredon't know. I think the waitress was struggling but there was another young, African American guy absolutely tearing it up for his tables. Shout out to that guy because he was hustling. Food was average. Skip it.

Great staff and food is always in point. Great place for happy hour and/or dinner. The atmosphere…read moreis always friendly and welcoming.

God Bless those Owens Brothers! Stop here and get a red hot and soda and you'll be transported back…read moreto the good ol' days when life was simple. I grew up coming here after school all the time or riding my bike here for a hot dog. Trust me, go in and taste for yourself. They'll make it for you if you want. Try it plain or w/chili. They have other convenient store items, too, but I never make it far beyond the hot dog stand behind the cash register!

Little country store that has everything you need from pvc pipe to the best hot dogs everread more

First time visiting this place. Walking in it's welcoming. Big open space. Felt like a 80's dinner…read morewith the tables and chairs. Go up to the counter to order you can see your food being made. You're basically looking into the kitchen. Turns out there's a drive thru too. Tv in the dinner area. They also sell hand made welcome signs for your front door home and wreaths. I've just moved here so this seems to be a good sub n sandwich place so far. The town is pretty small so to find a diamond in the rough like this is a plus. I gotten the 2 meats sub and meatballs sub. The 3 meats was really good. I'll have to get that again. Wasn't crazy about the meatballs. Kinda plain tasting. Nothing special about it. The potato salad was amazing. I really loved that. And it's the special kinda I like. Looks hand made too. Tased great. I don't think I could find this kind in stores. Place seemed clean. No bad smells. Service was kinda slow. I must have been waiting 25 mins for 2 subs. File at the front that took my order was nice and kind. They're all wearing mask here. I would come back to try the pizza. Especially since this is the only pizza place in Hemingway. They also sell salads. No fries.

Took 30 minutes to get a cold sub. Their 1 and a half sub was…read more 3/4 of subways. Low value, high price. Will not go back.