Just moved to the area and ordered take out from here tonight. Ordered chicken tenders, fried chicken breast/leg, fried fish, green beans, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, cole slaw and cornbread. Everything was delicious! Chicken cooked to perfection and the green beans were sweet in all the right ways. Cornbread and macaroni made me feel like I was back in TN at my moms for dinner. Usually hesitant on ordering takeout, especially from new places. However, Loretta's did not disappoint. Their LG side is actually large! I'm talking they put it in a 32 ounce to go cup LG! I was too hungry to take pictures and the food smelt too good. 10/10 recommend and will be back for sure! read more

I'm giving this place two stars for the drive-thru speed. Absolutely ridiculous. Don't stop here on your way to work during the week. You will be late. No matter how much time you give yourself. Then when it's your turn to the window you'll see all the coworkers just chatting and laughing. Must be why the line moves so slow. read more

The lunch buffet is perfect. Lots of choices if you are in to country food. The place is clean with booths and tables. It's nothing special but quite comfortable. The people are welcoming and eager to help out as needed. Thoroughly enjoyable lunch. read more

Spent through the drive to pickup lunch. Very friendly staff with a daily set of country buff items. I'm overly critical having grown up eating this in grandmothers kitchens etc but honestly not bad for quick takeout. read more

Loretta's Restaurant - CFS, mashed and black-eyeds. Biscuit likely frozen but superior to most Los Angeles biscuit options - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakwood, Georgia

Love this place. Even have them cater sides for Thanksgiving! The ownership and staff are wonderful people and care about their customers. The food is always so yummy! We go back again and again. read more

Been going to Loretta for many years. Yesterday we had some first time visitors from Colorado and thought we'd take them to a good southern food dinner. Tried calling never got an answer. We drove up there and it was closed. Parking lot taken apart. Well, good it needs that. However just a little miffed . No notice of there closing here or on the phone. The phone could have had a message that they were closed. Not even signage on their billboard. Anyway closed until they are done. Way to go Loretta's! read more

Discovered this place traveling back and forth to see doctors. What a find! The food tastes like homemade and the prices are so reasonable! I love their chicken livers!! If you want a treat stop and try Loretta's food! read more

So grateful we have an office close to this gem. I rarely get to indulge in souther comfort food because hubs is not a fan so any time I get the chance, I seek places like this out forgive me for not taking a pic like usual but I was so excited I forgot. This place serves cafeteria style. You walk through the line and pick your selections and pay at the end before you seat yourself. Fried chicken breast was the first meat I saw and I had been craving fried chicken so I instantly grabbed a piece. I go a little further and see mashed potatoes with choice of white or brown gravy. I grabbed some taters and reached for the brown gravy. Low and behold...resting in that brown gravy was country fried steak! STOP IT! I didn't care I already had fried chicken, I wasn't passing up on the country fried steak. With a huge smile I helped myself to a piece of it then covered my potatoes with the gravy. I also had Lima beans and green beans. There was so much to choose from but my plate was already to its capacity I paid for my coworkers plate as well. TWENTY ONE DOLLARS FOR TWO PEOPLE. Are you kidding me?!? I would've paid that for my plate alone! As I seated myself I noticed others had cornbread. I must have missed that or I totally would've grabbed a piece. The fried chicken was literally perfection. Breasts can get dry but not this bird! It was moist as could be. I dredged it in Texas Pete hot sauce and forced myself to not lick my fingers like I wanted to . The cubed steak you could cut with just your fork. It literally melted in your mouth as I did the happy dance in my seat. Green beans and lima beans were seasoned perfectly. The potatoes were fluffy as ever and the gravy was so awesome! I am sad I'm out of town all next week or I would be at Loretta's Monday morning. This place will know me by name before it is all over with read more

Quality, quantity and taste have all gone way down! They have changed the size of their to go containers so the portion sizes are much smaller and their prices are going up. Used to go here no less than 2 times a week but that is definitely changing. Now I know why the wait is not nearly as long as it used to be. read more

Failure to comply with CDC guidelines. When asked why guidelines aren't being followed the response was "don't have to". Customers were serving themselves - multiple hands touching the same serving utensils. read more

Great roast beef I have had in a while. The vegetables were also on point. Service was a little slow...but with covid and all...guess I won't complain..lol... Great for dinner peeps!! read more

Love, love, love this place. My family and I go here every opportunity we get when we are in the area. The food is amazing, down home style southern cooking. The vegetables and homemade cornbread remind me of my grandmothers cooking growing up. The staff is very friendly and attentive and most of them have been there for a very long time. They know how to take care of their patrons. The hours of operation a bit of a challenge sometimes (they close early and aren't open certain days) so make sure you call first and make sure they are open and which meal they are serving before you go. read more

Honestly I do not understand these reviews. This place had so much good review so o went and literally from the moment I walked in I thought I was at a scoop cafeteria. If what you are looking for is basic bland food then this is your place. It is as white and country as you can get. The only thing that didn't look overcooked and mushy was the country fried steak. It tasted like breadcrumbs only. No seasoning and none in the gravy either. I took two bites and was done. Next I tried collard greens which I love. However this was a mushed up version that tasted like watery canned greens. I also tried the fried okra. I couldn't tell what it was because it was so overcooked that all I tasted was the breading. The corn bread was not bad. And the Fanta drink was good. The people were very nice but I guess this is just not my kind of place. It was like they were allergic to any seasoning. I am starting to really doubt the reviews on here. read more

The food is delicious! I have been eating here for many years. I'm very pleased with the service and food I have received each time.

Health inspector needs to pay visit. Lukewarm food. Asked to warm. Took left in microwave for 15 mins before serving read more

I have been to Loretta's Restaurant a few times now. I would say it is a decent place to grab some breakfast and even some soul food items like Mac and cheese or fried chicken. The food isn't more than your average Waffle House kind of food but it is very cheap and fulfilling when you need a quick breakfast. I like going here in the mornings right when I get off work. The drive thru line is always long so it's been better to just go right inside. The waiters there are super nice and welcoming. Definitely place I have made a regular go to breakfast spot. read more

Loretta's Restaurant - Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakwood, Georgia

OMG, I absolutely love this place! The BEST Home cooking this side of the Mississippi.. Loretta's has just about anything you want to eat and the dessert is awesome too! read more

We were on an adventure today so found this cute place on Yelp for breakfast...buffet style with lots of yummy choices ... you can tell it is a favorite of all the locals ... I enjoyed the homey welcoming feeling and the food was very good ... the staff was very friendly and welcoming as well ... highly recommend this sweet place read more

Great southern biscuits. Highly recommend for a true southern experience. Even the drive through ;) solid staff. Classic diner feel.

Gut buster extraordinaire. Chicken tenders, green beans, Mac and cheese, Brunswick stew and German chocolate cake. Glutinous, yes. But probably the best southern food I've had in a while. This place is a gem! read more

We used to eat here couple of times a week. Last two visits have been below par. Today the place was out n out dirty. Bathroom was a mess. Many tables went un bused with dishes pike high limiting seating. Cheap plastic utensils were unsatisfactory, and I broke a fork on the broccoli. Mashed potatoes were watery, unseasoned and were barely warm. They were inedible. Chicken tenders were tough and had been sitting. Gravy was Luke warm. Lunch today was a real disappointment. There was zero customer service. What had once been a fun place to eat with friend and family has gone to the dogs. read more

This place has been around for years and always a fan fav for country food- breakfast or lunch only. Stopped in for the first time in a while for lunch this week craving some friend chicken, wings and okra and they had it so was quite pleased. Family type run buffet, getting a bit old but got some sweet tea, limited what I put on the plate and enjoyed it. Fried chicken wasn't greasy but tender and crispy- a good sized breast. Turnip greens were fresh and great with some pepper sauce and really what I was craving. Got come lima beans and sweet tea and didn't get rolls or a biscuit as I wasn't ready for a nap yet. Really hit the spot for a mid week lunch. I live over by Papa Jacks in FB and prefer Papas but when in Oakwood coming home from Church, if not to crowded always has been good ole food to me. Can't really say I noticed a big price increase over the years and felt the value suits at the quality of the food. Sunday brunch is usually a plethora of choices but have not been staying local on Sundays for a while but highly recommend if you have a food craving for country food. read more

Loretta's is one of my favorite haunts. great breakfast and lunch. the biscuits are great. the food is fresh. the Beef tips over rice are to die for...the Cornbread is my reason for living...I do Recommend this eatery. I have them cater my company events too. read more

Loretta's Restaurant - Biscuits the size of your hand! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakwood, Georgia

I grew up eating Loretta's, and recently visited with my brother while he was in town and we were cleaning out our storage unit. We went for lunch, but breakfast is where it's really at. You should definitely get a giant biscuit, gravy, bacon or sausage (I prefer sausage), chicken tenders, green beans, and sweet tea. The eggs are fine but not special. I feel the same way about the mac and cheese. This is good southern-style food and definitely not healthy so I'd go there when you're in the mood for a cheat meal or some comfort food. The employees are friendly, and the service is great. You never have to worry about your cup being empty. Someone is always coming around to fill your water, tea, or whatever else. read more

Love the Monday dinner menu! I enjoy turkey and dressing more than once a year! This is your place for old fashioned coMfort food! Service is southern, country and friendly!! Yummy!!!! read more

I drove 30 minutes again today thinking it had to be a fluke that they would run out of chicken livers the last two time that I drove that far. It couldn't happen again but with over an hour left til they stop serving it happened again. Maybe I won't do it again. Silly me. It got worse when I got home. I had nothing that was ordered in the plates. Called back and couldn't get anyone that spoke English to understand the issue. Very disappointed and will rethink going back. read more

It doesn't matter how long that drive through line is, they'll move it quick and get you your right order. Totally worth the wait! We love Longstreet cafe read more

I stopped in here for breakfast and the food looked good. I pulled a fork out of the utensil tray, and it had crusty egg stuck between the tines. I pulled another one out, and it was just as dirty. I pulled out a knife from a different place, and it was covered in gunk. Ugh! I handed the three dirty items to someone behind the counter and said "These are the first three utensils I pulled out. I think I'll try someplace else." She didn't seem to be surprised at all, and said nothing to me as I left. No apology, no appeal to get me anything clean, nothing. If these are the things they let me see, I wonder how clean the dishes are that are used to cook the food. I won't be back. read more

Love me some Loretta's! Fine country cooking at a fair price. I like to pick up 5 dinners and take them to our nearby fire house. I call that a "twofer." I get to support a local business and a team of first responders at the same time. Everybody loves Loretta's! read more

Today was my first visit and I'm officially in love with Loretta's!! The fried chicken is perfect, biscuits are like Granny made and the Banana Pudding....I can't even talk about it without my mouth watering. If you're tired of all the chain restaurants and miss eating that good southern dinner that you only had at Mama's or family reunions, then this is the place for you! read more

Southern cooking at its best! My retirement buddy and I have been there for lunch a bunch of times. Always fantastic food. I love, love, love their fried breaded pork chops! Never disappointed in any way. read more

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Southern cooking, cafeteria style. If that is what you looking for, chances are you will like Loretta's - most of the locals do. I don't find too many options on the menu that seem like good health choices, so I usually don't go out of my way to visit here. read more

If you are looking for Country down home cooking then look no further! They give you your money's worth and they give back to the community as well. They are a 5 star community restaurant. Thank you! read more

Don't hesitate to stop in Loretta's if you're in the Oakwood Georgia Gainesville Georgia area. You will not regret it. Great southern comfort food at a reasonable price. read more

Loretta's Restaurant - Country fried steak with gravy, dressing, green beans, fried okra. Just what a growing boy needs! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakwood, Georgia

This place is just plain nasty. Food taste is bland with salt. It's like hogs at a feeding trough. If you like white people's attempt at unhealthy over-salted bland soul food this might be your place. I've tried it a couple times thinking I just went on a bad day or something. Well it turns out that all 4 times were bad days. No more. Bad food, nasty restaurant and feeling sick afterwards isn't worth it. read more

This place has gone to hell in a handbasket really fast it should be called Larreta's canned kitchen! Got turkey and dressing the other day and the dressing was very gummy and there was not a speck of sage in it, it was totally disgusting and the turkey was so dry it needed the canned gravy over it more than I could ever imagine. Three strikes and you're out I will never go back read more

The food here is awesome and I can't say enough about the cakes. OMG they are wonderful, homemade goodness! Kiki's passion is providing Loretta's with the best homemade cakes. I will go just for the desert don't get me wrong though the food is yummy too it's a whole well-rounded meal! read more

What can I say nice greasy fast food at its finest Good service drive thru quick and ordered right Inside some time line is gross looking old and laying in a gallon of grease change pan stop just throwing that grease over grease read more

This place is ok but not worth the hype. Husband and I went for breakfast...now, we are not used to cafeteria style places because you can never see all the food that's up in front of you but anyway. We got mainly biscuits and gravy, eggs, bacon, sausage. The biscuits were probably the best thing. The eggs were runny (yuck!) and bacon too cooked. The worst part was the food was cold by the time we sat down to eat it. Ended up packing it, taking it home to reheat and eating at home. Not a very good experience read more

Love the food, and if you eat in they are kind enough to carry your tray to the table. But, if you go through the drive thru be sure to check your ticket and order. They are usually so busy it is really easy to mess up I've had a couple of over charges and messed up orders.. read more