Lunch date today and I chose this place because it seemed to have a variety and most importantly,…read morepancakes and burgers, two of bae's favorite things. Andrina was very attentive and gave great recommendations. Give her a raise lol We started with the Crab Fried Mac n Cheese and it was not what we anticipated but we enjoyed it. (Hint: get the house made Ranchero sauce.) For our mains we got the Shroom and Swiss Burger (bae) and the biscuits and gravy with a fried egg. Everything was hot and flavorful and the biscuits are perfectly described in the menu. Definitely a place we'll be back to when we have to Rendezvous on a weekend. lol #iykyk (And yes, I need to do a better job of taking photos of my food.)

We came to Homestead for an after-graduation brunch, hoping to celebrate a milestone with a good…read moremeal. There were nine of us--not exactly a tiny table, but hardly the kind of group that should throw a restaurant into chaos. To be fair, we did wait for two people in our party before ordering food. It was probably 20-30 minutes, and we made it very clear to our server that we were waiting. We also weren't just camping out at the table. We started with drinks while we waited, so the restaurant was already making money from our table before the kitchen ever had to cook a single thing. Once everyone arrived, we placed one order together. No staggered tickets, no special requests, no unnecessary complications. The thing is... the restaurant was practically empty. If anything, I would've thought they'd be happy to have a table of nine on a slow brunch. Instead, it felt like we were an inconvenience. Once we finally ordered, it was another 30-plus minutes before much of anything happened. Our waitress wasn't rude, but she also wasn't particularly interested in us being there. She checked the boxes, but just barely. It felt less like hospitality and more like someone waiting for the end of their shift. What made the whole experience even stranger was looking around the restaurant. It wasn't busy, yet several employees seemed to be standing around talking while we sat waiting. During the hour or two we were there, I think only a couple of other parties came through the door. At one point there were two hostesses managing what amounted to a trickle of guests while tables that were already seated waited on drinks, food, and attention. Maybe there's more going on behind the scenes than I could see, but from where we were sitting, it felt less like they needed more people and more like they needed to use the people they already had a little better. Then came the mimosas. These were less mimosas and more "suggestions of citrus." It was basically champagne with a couple thoughts of orange juice. At one point we had to ask for more orange juice just to get it to the legally recognized definition of a mimosa. They tasted like champagne that heard flavored sparkling water was popular and decided to reinvent itself. There was a whole lot of "mim" and not much "osa." At nearly $14 each, I expected something a little more festive and a little less... chemistry experiment. For food, I ordered the Fried Green Tomato Benny: two biscuits, fried green tomatoes, poached eggs, Cholula hollandaise, and fresh fruit. On paper, that's a fantastic brunch. In reality, it was aggressively average. Nothing was quite hot enough. The biscuits had crossed that invisible line between baked and overbaked, where every bite makes you wonder if they're fresh or just committed to the bit. The whole dish felt like it had spent just a few too many minutes waiting for someone to remember it existed. And then there was the fruit. You know the kind of fruit bowl where every piece somehow tastes exactly the same because it's been sitting in the same juice for hours? That's what this was. Cheap melon, tired grapes, and enough pooled juice to ensure every bite shared the same identity crisis. To top it all off, the Benny was around $18, and the mimosas were pushing $14 each. I'm not going to call it a scam because words have meanings. Nobody tricked us. The prices were right there on the menu. We knew exactly what we were doing. We just expected the experience to justify it. On the bright side, the restaurant looks like it was designed by someone who has never met food, but has definitely met Pinterest. And honestly, it shows. Modern farmhouse, soft lighting, curated everything--it nails the aesthetic. Which is great, because you'll have plenty to look at while everything else catches up. It's funny how common this is now: it's easier than ever to make something look finished. You can polish the surface until it feels complete, even when the inside still isn't. Anyway--great aesthetics. The rest feels like it's still figuring itself out.

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!

Small-town feel, slow paced vibes with delicious food and a fine dining aesthetic!! A nice change…read moreof pace from some other areas we often eat out at as this spot just feels authentic. We never feel rushed out of there which is appreciated for our minimal date night opportunities. I actually heard about this place through a friend who used them for her wedding catering services and was blown away by the entrees. There is a lot of historic significance here at this location for the city of Cumming. Reservations are not required, but they do offer the option, as well as family-style takeout meals if you are on the go. This most recent visit, I ordered the crab cakes with a side of mashed potatoes and they were divine!

Pros: We didn't have a reservation and they found us a table…read morequickly which I really appreciated. I had the prime rib special which was very good and my husband had a chicken and pasta dish which he liked. Our server was nice, knowledge and very efficient. The restaurant has an air of being a community favorite and isn't a chain which is nice. Con's: The room was pretty loud; but it was full and a Saturday night. The horseradish sauce tasted like plain mayo to me. I ordered a French 75 (my go to) cocktail that was just meh, wouldn't order again. We will definitely go back probably not on a Saturday.

What a great find! Los Compadres is a hidden gem with a cozy, colorful ambiance that instantly puts…read moreyou in a festive mood. We started with margaritas--highly recommend the Jalapeño Margarita if you like a spicy kick! The Texas Margarita was bold and smooth, while the Skinny Margarita with mezcal added a nice smoky twist. We kicked things off with the guacamole, which was super fresh and flavorful. For food, we ordered: * Two kids' soft tacos (one chicken, one steak) - perfect portions and very kid-friendly. * Chimichanga - my husband loved it; crispy outside, deliciously filled inside. * Chicken tacos - seasoned well and satisfying without being too heavy. * Chicken soup for our son - warm, hearty, and comforting. The service was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and quick without being rushed. We'll definitely be back. Los Compadres has officially made our list of local favorites!

This quaint Mexican eatery in downtown Cumming has fantastic Compadres tacos, Birria and a host of…read moreother tasty Mexican food favorites. The staff is friendly and the food is delicious and moderately priced which keeps us coming back again and again.

We brought a group of eight to Meadows Woodfire Grill -- my boss, his boss, an important customer,…read moreand all of our spouses -- and the entire evening was flawless from start to finish. Gray in the bar set the tone right away with a great round of drinks and friendly service. Once we were seated, Kevin took over as our server and absolutely delivered. Personable, knowledgeable, and attentive without ever hovering -- he made the night easy for all of us. Our guests came in from Vinings and Brookhaven and were blown away by the quality of the food and the ambiance. We started with the house‑special tartare, warm homemade rolls, incredible crab cakes, salads, and octopus -- every dish was fresh, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. The entrées were just as impressive. Our table had ribeyes, filets, pork chops, and scallops, and every plate was cooked perfectly. The sides were standouts too, especially the roasted carrots and the homemade gnocchi -- absolutely phenomenal. Dessert was a hit across the board, and the evening was topped off with a visit from Peril, which is always a pleasure and a great personal touch. Meadows Woodfire Grill made a big night for us feel effortless. We'll be back soon.

We had family in town for a visit and were belatedly celebrating our parents' 85th and 80th…read morebirthdays. I've lived in Cumming since 2021 but never thought there would be a steakhouse there like this one! We were able to get a table for the 8 of us on the morning of, and was very excited since it was only a 7 mile drive from Windermere. Parking is a breeze, it's on the side of a strip mall on the corner of Meadow and Atlanta Hwy. It's beautiful inside. Lights were dimmed but not so much you can't see the menu or your fellow diners. Christopher was our server and he was really helpful, thorough, pleasant and absolutely friendly. My brother basically took stock of the menu and I ordered a cocktail to start. A big bottle of wine, and we were off! First off, the rolls made in house were so spectacular that I almost asked for more, even though I knew we were in for a great meal. Sea salt on top, hefty without being dense, with or without butter just delightful. Apps: both the GA and the Wedge salad to share, along with the grilled octopus and mussels. My nieces are 7 and 13, my nephew is 11 and they basically ate every last bit of the mussels. Back when I was 11 all I wanted was pizza and burgers. All of the apps were so flavorful- the mussel broth had garlic and nduja which gave it a nice kick. My regret was that I didn't take pics of these. Apologies! Entrees: most of the table got steak, whether it was filet, the American Wagyu, the ribeye. My brother ordered the chicken, I ordered the lobster bucatini and two scallops on the side. My niece had the gnocchi side as her entree. Sides: gnocchi with shittaki mushrooms, duck fat fried potatoes, grits, and asparagus. The gnocchi is a MUST, but the grits and others were close behind. For dessert: chocolate soufflé, bread pudding made in house with ice cream, a cappuccino creme brûlée, and for their birthdays a small individual passion fruit panna cotta for my parents. What a beautiful touch. I would put this place in with all the known steakhouses, service was unmatched, food was excellent and we didn't have to drive 35 miles to Buckhead or Midtown. Hats off to the team here, from the hostess who checked in on us, our server Christopher, to the team in the kitchen. I walked by the bar to use the restroom and it had no empty seats. This would be a place I'd feel comfortable coming alone to treat myself. Support small businesses!

We came here for the first time today at the recommendation of friends who have been before and…read moreloved it. We have been looking for a good pho place locally and were excited to find this one. The staff is so friendly and you are greeted immediately. We were quickly seated and the host made suggestions for a few popular menu items. After looking over the menu, our party placed a pretty large order. Everything was delicious and ready so fast! Pho, garlic noodles, shrimp tempura, pork dumplings... they even have a full bar. The hibiscus lychee margaritas were great! The server and host were helpful and kind and the food was just so good!! It was a Saturday afternoon and we were able to get in quickly and get seated. Even though the City Center was crowded, this was less than half full. So maybe the locals don't know about it yet. But everything was great!!

Great location and balcony view of the amphitheater. Would be perfect for any event that's going…read moreon. Well worth the trip from the city to try the build your own spring roll platter. Very satisfying and fun mixing flavors. I also enjoyed the list of available drinks as well. Servers were very kind and recommended coming back to try the Pho. So now Excited for my next trip.

Beautiful night with plentiful seating available both inside and the patio. I imagine the…read moredownstairs more casual area was probably more crowded because of the concert but we didn't venture down to see. Service in general was friendly and attentive, but only fair in performance (see negatives below). My pork chop was tasty and fairly priced. The potato was well cooked and warm when served. However, I noticed the pork chop was still raw. I flipped it over onto the sizzling hot stone and it started to cook a bit but I was still confused and concerned. The server came to check on us and I showed her the raw meat. She quickly said "oh the chef doesn't cook that." No further explanation until I continued to share my concern while cutting into the chop. At that point she explained that "most people just cut it up and it continues to cook"... Which is what I did and ultimately it was fine, but it seemed strange that no one explained the concept and she made me feel stupid for not figuring this out on my own sooner. The mango drink was tasty and pretty. More juice like than a typical alcohol drink which made it easier to drink with the meal instead of just before or after like I usually do.

Plastic wine glasses and chicken thighs on salads.... I hate having my wine in a plastic wine…read moreglass... I ordered a salad with chicken and they gave me a chicken thighs. So gross. PASS

Great time for Mother's Day brunch. It was self serve, but food selection was good. Staff was…read moregreat!

I eat here OFTEN when I drop my kids off for math tutoring. The steak with blue cheese on top is…read moreso decadent and delicious. My other favorite is the sea bass- literally melts in your mouth. Everything I order is amazing and the staff is so nice. I look forward to my visits every week!

The food was so good! I highly recommend the pastor and the chips were perfect! Service was…read moreefficient and quick! I love the vibes of the place, thanks for the great experience!

We appreciated the Reddit recommendation to try this spot in the food desert of Cumming!…read more An early Saturday dinner time allowed us to stop by their place which is located next to a local small grocery store. We were quickly seated and overall service was very friendly and accommodating. My margarita was very fresh tasting and the spicy salt rim was delicious. Next time, I will opt for the 16oz compared to the 12 Oz. Tne fresh juices were tasty as well as the flavor option such as tamarind. Chips were crisp and flaky. So much better than other similar places where the chips were inedible and so hard. We requested red salsa that was more like hot sauce. The salsa that accommodated the chips turned put to be salsa Verde and mayo, not our favorite. So when we were asked, we requested a salsa verde option which was the best choice overall. The $2+ cost for endless chips was worth it for me. Hubby requested the shrimp fajitas and I ordered the shrimp Mexicana platter. Good portion sizes even if flavors were not that complex. Homemade corn tortillas were very good. Overall, an enjoyable meal. Looking forward to our next visit!

We love this place! My family and I came here for my birthday and it was amazing…read more I mean the food? Just heavenly! The service? Spot on! And the bathrooms are clean! They sent my desert out on a little robot that sang happy birthday 10/10, great experience!

7 years since I first tried this place. My 3 star review then was on point. Service- awful,…read morebuilding- filthy. And folks if anyone thinks they are feeding you Waygu you are crazy. The food was atrocious and was inedible for the most part. Pricing is all over the place. The banner on the outside says 26.00, the menu says 31 and for so called wagyu section 41.00 when you ask about the banner they have no clue what you're talking about. Never will go back and I do not I understand the good reviews. But hey to each his own. Enjoy the stringy chewy meat folks.