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    Ricos World Kitchen

    4.6 (880 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Diners
    Closed Closed
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Chicken salad
    Amanda A.

    We absolutely love Rico's world kitchen, and it is our go to! The fried green tomatoes are soo good as are the lumpia and chicken sandwich. We drive from Loganville just to grab their food and it is so worth it. I do not care for their desserts but the food is great without adding any additional seasoning. At this point we have tried most of the menu and I can only complain about the dessert. So worth it! The servers are fast and efficient and the location is the cutest cozy spot ever.

    Fried green tomatoes

    Soooooo yummy!! You can definitely tell a Chef runs this place... you really can't wrong with anything on the menu. And be sure to check their FB page daily for the lunch and then the dinner specials

    Side salad
    Ginny D.

    We went at 3 PM for a late lunch, early supper, so we were seated promptly. We asked what the vegetable of the day was, and there were 3: Cole slaw, salad, or sweet potato tater tots sprinkled with cinnamon sugar. My husband got their Royal Rooster chicken sandwich with salad, and I got a Cuban sandwich with salad. (Sandwiches come with house-made chips, so getting a different side comes with a small up charge.) The salad was enormous, but very good! We've been to Rico's many times, and still enjoy the colorful photos on the wall. The service was great, and we'll of course be back again soon!

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    Cindy R.

    Wow wow wow!!! This place is always stellar. This is the Brunch apothecary's sister restaurant (located in Dacula, another must try brunch spot!) and once I heard that, I knew I had to run over here. Ambiance: smaller homey space with limited parking. Service: not bad, very attentive, nothing out of the ordinary. Food: delicious, flavorful, just the right amount of creativity. I had the ahi tuna sandwich special. It had seaweed salad, pineapples and a sauce. It was the perfect amount of flavors that complemented each other. Overall this place is such a win! It's a must try.

    Debra S.

    I LOVE their specials! This blackened Salmon on saffron rice was perfection! It's offered some days as a special. We got a seat outside I was a beautiful day. We also got the Chicken Cuban with the house chips. Always a favorite from their regular menu.

    Corner seat. Only 3 tables open at 6:15 on Saturday
    Kevin G.

    Wednesday Lunch. We enjoyed being back here again. Our waitress was very good for lunch. We got there as they opened at 11 and walked right in. She had the french onion soup and I had the strawberry salad with grilled shrimp added. That salad was very tasty, fresh, and cold. We enjoyed being here again.

    Erin A.

    It was absolutely adorable. The food was amazing and the server was nice . Parking kind of sucked if you drive a pick up truck there's no room. You could park at the church if you have to but everything else was really nice.

    Fried green tomatoes
    Kim P.

    Love the refurbished garage. The food is fabulous. So fresh. Lots of choices. Sweet potato chips are great. Shrimp poboy was delicious as were the fried green tomatoes. The waitress staff was great and attentive

    Steak with potatoes and green beans
    Angie M.

    Fun atmosphere and food was great. I really enjoyed seeing the house packed with locals supporting the place and for good reason this place is a gem. Great service.

    I got the grilled shrimp special served on top of black beans and a scoop of mashed plantains with chicarrones on top! Delish!
    Lisa Y.

    Three girls friends and I were together on a girls weekend and stopped in at Ricos. What a great find! We enjoyed our food very much. It was quite loud but it was a Friday night so that was to be expected. Service was amazing. Really fun spot with great food!

    Sangria
    Brianna R.

    Came here on a weekday with my sister and had a great time. I ordered one of the daily specials which was Fried Chicken over Mac & Cheese and green beans. It was delicious and quite a large portion. In addition, I got a sangria. My sister ordered the burger, which she also enjoyed. Our server was nice and attentive and the atmosphere of the restaurant was relaxed, in a good way after a long day of work! This is a great find in the Buford area!

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    2 months ago

    Service and food is always excellent it is one of my favorites never been disappointed

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    I had the fried sandwich tomato with mushroom, and it was as good. It has a menu that is different than normal.

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    It's an easy place to miss if you're not looking for it. A renovated gas station, auto service shop. Really good food.

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    Food is amazing!! We love the chicarrones and sun dried tomatoes for apps. The their changing menu is always bomb!

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    8 months ago

    I enjoyed the food very much. the service was impeccable and the ambiance was fun and quirky. I will go back

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    4 months ago

    Great daily specials. Chef is very creative. Best smash Burger in town. Service is always friendly and spot on.

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    Rico's always has amazing food! We have never gone wrong with the specials! Sooooo good!

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    1 year ago

    My favorite local spot! Always consistently good every visit. Their sweet potato tots are my favorite!

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    8 months ago

    Really enjoyed our meal. Great spot with a unique menu and very affordable. Loved their homemade cakes.

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    One of my favorite places to eat for sure! Love the fried green tomatoes, shrimp and salads!

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    Ask the Community - Ricos World Kitchen

    So this restaurant popped up in a "Best Vegan Restaurants near me" Yelp search... looking at the menu i see NOTHING that is Vegan... what am I missing here?

    Hi. I’m not sure how we got labeled a vegan restaurant; however, we try to accommodate all of our guests. We are able to make dishes that are vegan, but they are limited to our salads and modified sandwiches. Rarely do we have an entire special… Read more

    Visiting in the past, we were somewhat inconvenienced by the fact that Ricco's doesn't take AmEx, which is the only card we carry. Has that changed?

    We now accept AMEX. We hope to see you soon.

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    I love Antebellum and will come all the time! Their menu is season and changes so great to sample…read morefresh offerings throughly the year. Love coming here for quiet dinner or celebration. Small dining room and reservations are a must! They have a little bar and you can order drinks with your meal. Service we have is always great and up scale atmosphere. Check them out in downtown Flowery Branch.

    This review is so long overdue. We first visited Antebellum shortly after we moved to Gainesville 6…read moreyears ago, and it immediately became our favorite restaurant in the area. It's by far the best! The two owners, Nick and Alison, are the reason for this. They have incredibly high standards and that's reflected in every dish - from the ingredients to the presentation. Every time, we get appetizers, entrees, and dessert (because it's all so delicious), and their cocktail menu just keeps getting better and better. It's been solid since our first visit, but over the past year they tripled the size and elevated the menu so much we think Antebellum now rivals the best cocktail spots in Atlanta! If you live in the area and haven't yet been, or if you're visiting, make a reservation - and be sure to order appetizers, mains, and dessert (and of course cocktails). There's no need to overthink what you order. Every dish and cocktail they serve is exceptional.

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    Our view from our favorite front window table. The place was packed at 7:00 NYE and was packed when we were leaving.
    Our view from our favorite front window table. The place was packed at 7:00 NYE and was packed when we were leaving.
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    I wanted a nice steak for my birthday dinner and had been eyeing Seasons52 for a while and my lady…read moregranted my wish. My birthday is Christmas week and I typically don't go out as I simply would rather not have to deal with the anticipated crowds. It was indeed crowded (on a Tuesday!) but my experience is one I'll never forget. She had made reservations and so to save a bit of time, we did valet parking. And from the friendliness of the valet, to the near immediate greeting and seating upon arrival, Seasons52 truly made my birthday special. I honestly can't give enough kind words for our server Tori - she was a genuine treat! Professional, attentive, kind ... just a beautiful soul. Please acknowledge Tori for the kind human being that she is and the wonderful service she provides. And my steak - the 8 oz. filet - oh my! Easily one of the best I've ever had! Perfectly cooked and seasoned. I savored every bite! Even the young guy at valet parking (wish I had gotten his name) was attentive and pleasant. I left them both nice, FAT tips with the hope that I made there day just as much as they made mine. They were even intentional about thanking us for our visit as we were leaving. Thank you so much Seasons52 for making my birthday a memorable one!

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    Crossroads Bar & Grille

    Crossroads Bar & Grille

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    There were 6 people in our party and Greg our server made our night! He was so engaging straight…read moreout of the gate with his humor and his attentiveness. We had the ribs and filet and tilapia. Was so good ! And you must have the house salad. We will be back and Greg better be here !!

    Crossroads Bar & Grille in Flowery Branch just nailed two lunch classics better than most places…read moreI've tried--the Cuban and the Reuben are absolute winners. Stopped in at 5900 Spout Springs Rd for a casual lunch and left seriously impressed. These sandwiches aren't just thrown together; they're loaded and executed perfectly. The Cuban (marinated pork loin, smoked ham, Swiss cheese, spicy mustard, and pickles on a toasted hoagie roll) was a flavor bomb. Look at that cross-section--juicy, tender pork layered thick with ham, melty cheese, and that perfect pickle crunch cutting through the mustard kick. The bread toasted up golden and held everything together without getting soggy. Paired it with fries and a side of ketchup, and it felt like something straight out of a great Cuban spot. Huge portions that actually satisfy. The Classic Reuben on toasted marbled rye was equally stacked: thinly sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss, and 1000 Island dressing. The bread had that ideal crisp exterior with a soft bite, and the fillings were generous and well-balanced--no dry bites here. Came with crispy fries and a side of creamy sauce that tied it all together beautifully. Service was friendly and quick, the atmosphere is that perfect relaxed neighborhood vibe (great for watching a game or just catching up), and the prices are fair for the quality and size you get. In a world full of average bar sandwiches, Crossroads delivers the real deal with fresh ingredients and obvious care. Whether you're craving the tangy, savory Reuben or the bright, porky Cuban, both hit the spot hard. I'll definitely be back. If you're in Flowery Branch, do not sleep on these sandwiches. Highly recommend--5 stars.

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    Crossroads Bar & Grille
    Cuban with sweet potato fries.  Good.  Fries could be a little crispier for me.
    Cuban with sweet potato fries. Good. Fries could be a little crispier for me.
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