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    Sammy B's

    3.9 (194 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Bars
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    SAMMY B'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Lasagna in the Highest
    Xin F.

    Quaint little restaurant that offers one of the freshest salad bar in town. Food was served in very generous portions. Staff are friendly and very knowledgeable. This place would be a perfect date or small celebratory meal.

    Don H.

    The best. Food, ambience, service. Go through the buffet. It's delightful. Go there and eat. You'll love it.

    Smoked Prime Rib
    Dwight O.

    Sammy's has a very friendly staff. The menu has an old school vibe, in a good way! If you live in Lebanon, you owe it to yourself to experience dining in this classic restaurant. I end up sitting in the bar area like 75% of the time I go there and I like it. Lots to see, closer to the salad bar, and comfy chairs! I always order a beef dish there...steak or prime rib and I'm always satisfied. My wife has had pork chop, fish, and last night tried a Sailor Wrap or something like that and enjoyed it. I would like to see a little restoration like the carpet, some freshened paint but that won't keep me away. Please give this gem a chance!

    Luis C.

    First time trying Sammy Bs , it was great. From the UGA to the Reuben it was all tasty. The building couldn't have been better. Old Victorian, haunted (just joking ) but has a rich history . The service was great as well .

    Sr. Queen of Wilson County 2025
    Rhonda P.

    Brought someone to Sammy Bs bc I'd been there once and had a great experience. (The tab/2: $100.) This night we were sat in the managers station and our service could not have been worse. We were not greeted with a smile but a snarl and a swipe at me. Waters we requested were forgotten and brought out after we asked repeatedly. When asked about the specials we were asked don't you know the menu? I ordered crab cakes with asparagus and was actually given burnt spears that were inedible. When asked to return them, she snatched them from our table without an apology and brought back perfect ones after I'd finished the meal. Isn't she supposed to be quality control? Didn't offer a to go box or offer a dessert choice. The best part of the night was the excellent wine choices and table side banter delivered by the incomparable James the long suffering and dapper bartender. His eloquent story of a patrons' painting of him that hangs near the bar was a hoot and a holler as well as the Sr. Queen of Wilson County sitting at the next table in full regalia complete with a sky high crown and sash. Almost perfect evening!

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    Mark T.

    Sammy B's is located in a building formerly part of the Castle Heights Military Academy. The historical feel of the building is definitely the coolest part of eating here. Everything in this building, from the staircase to the bar, seems like it has stories to tell. We were seated at a table in the enclosed porch with a view of the grounds. Our waitress was really friendly and knew the menu (which is pretty big) well enough to give us some tips. The food was decent. If you're all the way out in Lebanon, this is a good choice.

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    Dorothy D.

    Sweet potato woah It actually was delicious however when I first saw it I literally said " woah! " it was swimming in a pool of butter. I like the liveliness of this place, especially on a Friday night. The service was impeccable - good old southern hospitality.

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    2 years ago

    It's all about the atmosphere of the bar and glassed-in porch... so worth it. And generous drinks.

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    2 years ago

    The food is always fantastic, had the beef stroganoff and it was cooked to perfection. Service is friendly and the drinks are great

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    The menu has variety. The food is awesome, try the potato corn fritters and the whipped sweet potatoes...OMG!

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    2 years ago

    Atmosphere, service, and food were very good!! We enjoyed our time with friends there!

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    3 years ago

    Good food, good service, friendly staff.old style charm.Best chicken wings I ever had.

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    3 years ago

    Tasty food, large choice of all proteins and vegetables. Will definitely continue going.

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    Interesting setting. Interesting menu. Good service. We like it because there's nothing like it around.

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    Great portions. The wait staff is always willing to help, make the experience a great one, and to ensure everyone is satisfied.

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    3 years ago

    Food is always good, unique atmosphere, great bar tender who has been there for a long time!

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    2 years ago

    First time there today. Lunch was delicious. Service was excellent. Cool vibe will definitely come back to try dinner menu.

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    Great food and great service. Burgers are huge and very juicy. Food was hot and the service was really good.

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    3 years ago

    We have always had great service and food whether we are celebrating a special occasion or just dropped in for lunch. A must try!

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    Plenty of seats for waiting. We got here before the crowds. But people were being seated right away too. Large groups too.
    Plenty of seats for waiting. We got here before the crowds. But people were being seated right away too. Large groups too.
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    The counter and today's Meat & 3 options to the right on the whiteboard.
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