Deli sandwiches were solid. Generous amount. Purchased THE ESSEX…read more Turkey, swiss, cucumbers, tomato, and 1,000 island on pumpernickel. Be sure to order online. Lines are long and they are so busy parking can be tricky.

First time-recommended by a friend as her go to place if you are hungry for a salad or a sandwich…read more I would recommend looking at the menu before you arrive because the board is a little overwhelming and a little hard to read. Thankfully my friend and I were here at 1 pm on a Wednesday afternoon and there wasn't a line. The place did fill up while we were there though. My friend ordered the Chef Salad and a sweet tea. I had the Philly Cheesesteak sandwich with onions and added peppers. They do have a daily breakfast and lunch special posted. Nothing fancy about the restaurant. Local memorabilia decorated the walls so that gave it a sense of "community." Our food was good. Parking was limited. The staff was friendly. I would definitely come again-although I would again choose an "off" time because I imagine this place is quite busy during peak meal times.

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.

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.

I don't know what the name means, but I stopped here because I was pressed for time. While I wasn't…read moreimpressed by the shopping mall I pulled into, they absolutely maximized the space, with an outdoor dining area walled in by plants. This is a sandwich and salad lunch place, and there were several plausible options for vegetarians and vegans. My order came with a side and I added a cookie. Ice cups were out for a self-serve collection of tea (sweet or unsweet), lemonade, and water at no extra charge. My mushroom-heavy toasted sandwich delivered on flavor, with a rosemary olive oil bread contrasting the massive amount of mushrooms and a zippy romesco inside. For a side, I received a garlicky hummus with pita. My cookie was a slightly odd texture, but it did round out the experience and keep me full for an outdoor day. It was quick, easy, had options for most diets, was a nice place to eat, and on top of that I got out for a price I couldn't believe. To be fair, if I weren't in middle of nowhere South Carolina I'm sure there's no way I get that meal for under $20 at current rates, but I had no problem stopping here on the way to the mountains, and I doubt there was any better lunch option for a long way in any direction.

Loved it! I had the Fennel chicken salad with their soup of the day. Which was Roasted Garlic…read morePotato... yummy!! It was all so good and filling. I couldn't finish my sandwich I was so satisfied! My husband had the lamb melt which he "liked it ok"I liked the soup so much that I purchased a quart to go. I will definitely be back.

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.

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.

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.

We stopped in with our grandkids to get desserts after picnicking at the park across the road. I…read morehave a small service dog for a serious medical condition. My daughter was carrying her due to my grabbing some meds out of the car & she was told to leave - dogs not allowed. I stepped in and explained she was a service dog. The woman behind the register needs some training on how to handle service dogs because her response was embarrassing and uncalled for. She rolled her eyes and nodded her head and said "ohhhhkayyyyyy" and walked back behind the counter. We left without patronizing this establishment. Please read up on ADA guidelines for service animals so that this is not repeated for future customers.

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.

That Muffuletta -- LAWD!…read more Yeah, I don't think I've ever paid $23 for a lunch sandwich before, but if I'm gonna do that -- this is the place. Hubby was also enamored of his 4-cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich. He ordered it two days in a row. Service was efficient, and the chef came out and asked us about our meal. Grin. That's good business. This place can be busy, so settle in and keep an eye out for a table, if you can't come during a (fairly) quiet time. It can get just a tad crowded, but the atmosphere is friendly, with lots of guests and staff who seem to know each other well. We give Village Pantry two enthusiastic Thumbs Up! Go there!

New sandwich shop in the former Windslow's Hideway location right behind Wells Fargo Bank…read more The Appalachian Cuban was sort of like a Cuban & the spiced pickles added a little heat to help it out. The French Onion Dip was the winner and it came with a French onion soup dip. Chips come with sandwiches & sides like slaw, fries etc., are $3 extra. Most sandwiches seemed large enough to split. The cloth napkins and non-plastic silverware were real nice touches.

My daughter was followed around by an off duty male Publix employee who was taking pictures of her…read morewith his personal camera. It was confirmed a by a cashier who saw him following her around. This was reported to management who told her it was an "uncomfortable" situation. He would do an investigation in two days when the store manager returned. Are you kidding me?? A female is followed by YOUR employee and we are now two days later and the new response from Publix is we have reported it to HR. If you are concerned about your safety or the safety of your family DO NOT SHOP HERE. I have been shopping at Publix for most of my adult life and never would I think a customer's safety was not important until now. Wow.

I can't say enough about the Publix Pharmacy staff at this location. I took a prescription to CVS…read moreonly to be told it wasn't covered by my insurance. The Rx was going to cost nearly $80.00. I took the same script to Publix pharmacy and was over the top impressed with their customer service. The tech and the pharmacist did some research and discovered the PA who wrote the prescription made an error in the dosage. They took the initiative to call the clinic and have a new correct Rx sent to them. The final cost to me was $15.00. The net is I'm finished with CVS!.