Sam&#x27;s BBQ1

Its honestly insane that I've been coming here since the beginning and have never taken the time to…read morewrite a review. I remember the first time I walked in with my bestie. RC had approached her with a flier at a gas station, informing her that his restaurant had just opened up. Anyway, I'm ordering my meal, the same meal I always get each time I go. Fried fish (whiting), collards and the baked beans (unmatched). And he goes, "What would you like to drink?".... I'm like, "What do you have?" (Assuming the usual. Sweet tea. Lemonade... I was probably gonna go with sweet tea. ) He lists sweet tea of course, and then hes like, "Kool-Aid, coke, sprite" - IM LIKE WAIT. DID YOU SAID KOOL-AID?......... He's like, "Yeah??..." Im like, "what flavor???.... "Purple?...." I had never heard of that at a restaurant, and quiet frankly, that's all I needed to know. At this point, I literally go nowhere else for soul food. Also, RC is amazing. Really good guy, and his team offer the best service as well. A job well done, always.

My my my. I had the pork chop with collard and candied yams. This meal was delicious. The pork chop…read morewas huge. I thought it was two. The meat was tender and the sides were spot on. The meal has the atmosphere of home cooking. I would order from here again. The cook service is to serve up tasty treats.

Counter/cash register

Fried Pork Chop, Lima Beans, 3 Cheese Mac and Cream and Honey Glazed Cornbread

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The Manna House

4.3(176 reviews)

9.7 mi

If you're in Marietta and craving some truly divine soul food, you have to stop by The Manna House…read more I ordered the catfish with mac 'n cheese, collard greens, and cornbread, and let me just say, this meal was worth every extra minute it took to get off I-75. Let's start with the catfish: perfectly crispy on the outside, flaky and tender on the inside, and seasoned like somebody's grandma whispered the recipe in the chef's ear. Honestly, it was so good I almost asked for another plate just in case I missed something the first time. This is a 10/10, no notes kind of dish. Now, the collard greens? Whew! These greens deserve their own standing ovation. They were hands-down the best I've ever had--an 11/10, slap-yo-mama, text-everyone-you-know level of good. Perfectly seasoned, just the right amount of smokiness, and with a flavor that'll make you question every other batch of collards you've ever eaten. The mac 'n cheese was solid--cheesy and definitely satisfying. The cornbread? Sweet, moist, and the perfect sidekick to all the rich flavors on the plate. Everything was served hot and fresh, and the service was as warm as the food. The only catch (besides that incredible catfish)? It's a bit of a drive from the highway, so plan accordingly if you're popping in for lunch. But trust me, The Manna House is worth every minute of the detour. Just go ahead and clear your schedule--you'll want to savor every bite.

I j ew this spot wouldn't last when it moved. The food wasn't as good and the new owner was just…read morenickel and diming everybody. I hate that it closed permanently because the food on the Fairground location was phenomenal!!!

I felt so loved eating this lol

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Come-N-Get It

4.1(370 reviews)

8.6 mi

I absolutely love this place! The food and service are A-1...I highly recommend Yiayia's Omelet. If…read moreyou're in Marietta, you've got to stop in!

Yes! Such a friendly place serving well thought out food!…read more What do I mean by that? The bacon was cooked well enough so it wasn't chewy/rubbery. Which means, when I bit into my bacon egg and cheese biscuit, I was able to bite through the bacon and not taking the entire piece with me. The biscuit was fluffy, the egg was cooked nicely, and the cheese was melty. I had an unsweetened tea as my beverage- the drinks are self serve. The ice (there is a warning stating this) comes out of the machine like a canon. You have been warned!

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Johnboy's Home Cooking

4.0(126 reviews)

8.1 mi

I don't know how we've been passing this place up all these years. Probably because it's so…read moreunassuming in Canton Road. We visited the other day and got just what we expected - a blast from the past with a buffet with Fried Chicken, Chicken livers, plenty of sides, salads and desserts. It's a no fuss atmosphere, friendly staff, stick to your ribs food and the place was packed on a random Tuesday afternoon. Thanks for lunch!

I go to the JohnBoy's on Canton Road. There are always healthy choices, great salad options, and…read morethe sweet tea is amazing! (I always get half sweet/half unsweet; just ask for "half-n-half" if you're cutting back sugar.) The wait staff treat everyone like regulars, and the kitchen staff keep the buffet full of delicious choices. The menu changes daily, so check the website if you're picky. I heard there's another JohnBoy's in Cartersville, I've never been there, but it's probably the same.

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Cozy Coop

4.3(206 reviews)

9.1 mi

Many of the other polls have stated the service was excellent and the food is also very good. I…read morelove the red beans and rice and the different flavor that it adds the chicken was nice and crispy. Yes I will be retiring.

Very friendly and helpful cashier helped me place my lunch order on this sunny Wednesday afternoon…read moreabout noon. I got the 2 piece dark meat (leg & thigh) with biscuit, fries, and coleslaw. And the crispy chicken sandwich with pickles and sauce on the side. The bone-in chicken had a nice crust with good flavor and were good portions. The coleslaw was a generous portion and good flavor and was the creamy mayo style (versus vinegar style). The coated fries had a good taste and most were crisp, but a few were a bit heavy in oil. The biscuit was a great pairing. The sandwich had lots of meat and a finely textured crust that is smoother than is on the bone-in chicken. The purple decor was funky but comfortable and clean.

Crispy Chicken Sandwich

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Crispy Okra with Cozy Sauce

Phyllis

3.6(153 reviews)

8.2 mi

The Highs: The sweet potato pancakes were the reason we came here based on an IG review. They were…read moreactually really good. The grits were flavored nicely. The chicken sausage was pretty good as well. The Lows: I ordered on their website at 11:25 and requested the order for 12 pm. It wasn't ready until about 12:15. The Mac and Cheese wasn't very good. I expected more from a place that is supposed to have that southern comfort food vibe. If you like creamy Mac and cheese with the cheese pull... This ain't it. The In-between: we ordered food to go. The place is located in a shopping center next to the tropical smoothie place. Parking wasn't hard at all. It wasn't that busy when we went on Sunday morning. As noted, I had to wait about 15 minutes passed the original pick up time. They invited me to sit at the bar but no one offered me a water or anything while I waited. When I did finally receive the food, there was no apology for the delay either. Little service recovery attempts like that can go a long way.

Good was fresh & hot I had the biscuits n turkey gravy with…read morefresh eggs Now listen I make my own bread, pizza dough & biscuits. These biscuits tell me I need to "level up". Haha! The gravy was a tad bit salty for my liking. I'll be back to try a few other menu items They need more advertising, maybe social media post or. Bigger sign

Classic slow-cooked red beans served over fluffy rice, rich in flavor and Southern comfort.

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A fresh mix of seasonal fruits served with creamy yogurt for a light and refreshing option.

The Tomatoes Country Buffet

3.9(254 reviews)

10.2 mi

If you don't mind the drive to Kennesaw from Atlanta, this is one of the best southern buffets in…read moremetro Atlanta. Forget going to Golden Corral. The food is delicious. I've especially enjoyed their fried chicken, their meatloaf and their assortment of southern veggies, such as, fried green tomatoes, greens, cabbage, sweet potatoes and more. They also have a large selection of salads and salad ingredients. The service here is top notch, the servers are also attentive and make sure to keep your drinks refilled. BE NICE TO THEM! The dining area is simple and can accommodate very large groups. Depending on the clientele it can go from quiet to extremely loud so don't plan on a quiet meal all the time. I have made the 40 minute trip here 3 times and will probably make a lot more times.

Good spot for some quick bites only, if you're just trying to get a variety of things this is the…read morespot

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Delilah's Everyday Soul - Chattahoochee Food Works

4.4(129 reviews)

11.3 mi

I can't believe it took me so long to eat at Delilah's! I've known of this highly lauded business…read morefor years but never found the right day when I was craving soul food and in the area to order. Until recently. I decided to have a tapas-style dinner with food from The Works and just had to grab some chicken from Delilah's. The menu is plentiful without being overwhelming, except when it comes to picking a favorite between the flavorful options. I knew that I didn't want or need a full meal and opted for their 3 whole wing option that came paired with cornbread. The young man who took my order was so polite and patient, as there were a few folks in line and waiting for previously placed orders. He let me know that my order would be ready in about 15 minutes so I took the time to continue my food-finding journey around the market. When I returned later, I had lost track of time and figured I'd just poke my head around their stall to see if my chicken was ready. It wasn't at that moment but I took some time to observe the process. There was only one guy in the open kitchen and prep area creating all of the meals and he was on the move. If I could add smells to my review, this one would smell like fried chicken and cornbread. It was all so fresh! When my order was ready, I only made one other stop before heading to my car to go home to my family... but not before I tested those whole wings from Delilah's. When I say that they were fresh out of the grease? Babehhh. It's like he just threw them right into the basket only seconds before. It was sooo crunchy, so juicy, just a fantastic wing. The hot sauce was a nice pairing but some spice in the breading/meat would have taken it over the top but this chicken was delicious. No notes.

Well, well, well.... I must say... I don't know if it was a marketing tactic or genuine happening,…read morebut there was a sandwich (seemingly ready for customer pick-up) at the edge of the counter that looked delectable and totally caught the attention of my friend and I walking by. It made us stop and ask, "what is this place and this absolutely delicious-looking sandwich?!" The rest is history. We ordered yummy fried chicken pieces and a bbq chicken sandwich. It cured our souls. We asked the generous, wonderful lady at the counter about the story of Delilah's: was she a real person, who is she, etc. her answers made us fall in love even more... this is a genuine, family-owned and operated enterprise! We love, love, loved our food and I can't wait to go back and soport again!!! You gotta try it.

Inside

Swai, Mac n' Cheese, Yams

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Amazing

The Marietta Local

4.4(789 reviews)

8.2 mi

The food. The food. What's that you said? Oh yea, it's the food. I keep coming back. It really is…read morea great local spot. Run by women. Fast, efficient, consistent. You know what you're getting. It's a tight space so don't bring alps of stuff and don't linger too long, you'll see the line growing but some days if you get there early you can hang a while and chat. Highly recommend. No choice is a bad choice but the fried chicken is a star

Was headed to another breakfast spot one morning last week but the wait was waaay too long , so I…read morefound this spot instead and I'm glad I did. You order at the register, then grab a seat inside or outside. I got the award-winning fried chicken and French toast with bacon and grits (yes, I was doing the most ). I'm not really a stone-ground grit girly, so these weren't my fav but everything else was tasty! Definitely a spot I'd come back to. Oh and there is street parking, and I had no issue finding a spot, but I could see it getting a little tricky on a busy weekend.

Inside Seating

Grilled Chicken

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My hubs asking for the code for the bathroom

Mr Diddy's

4.3(217 reviews)

13.5 mi

I ordered the soul rolls and let me tell it it made my soul proud!!!! Amazing portions and that…read moresauce was everything!!! When im visiting Atlanta i will stop here every time! Delicious!!!

Service was good and the food was great---cornbread was slightly burnt on the bottom; I can see…read moremyself returning

Wing Combo with 2 Sides Mac N Cheese and Baked Beans

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Lauren D.

166

8 years ago

This is probably one of my favorite barbecue places in Georgia aside from Joe's barbecue in Blue Ridge. It's a little hole in the wall that you would never think has the best barbecue in the County.... The mac & cheese is unbelievable... It's exactly what mac & cheese is meant to be. They put a lot of effort into it. The Brunswick stew is a must and the pulled pork is delectable and juicy. The service is fast and efficient and our family loves to dying here. The restaurant is clean and we even had Sam's cater some business luncheons for my office after I fell in love with this place. Make sure you order the tater tot's! OMG my children love it. We tried another new barbecue place in the park here shopping center... It doesn't even come close to Sam's read more

Donovan H.

6 years ago

Absolutely no honor in this establishment. Sam is one of the greediest humans alive, but I guess that's why he's a lawyer too huh? 15-20$ plates with barely enough meat to feed a 7 year old child...1/10 wouldn't recommend. The Mac n cheese is the only adequate item on the menu either way. Completely disgusted with these greedy people. DISGUSTING read more

Jake S.

6 years ago

One of the best overall BBQ meals I've ever had! The pork & brisket were great and the sides, especially the Brunswick stew, were amazing. Wish I found this place sooner. read more

Griffin D.

9 years ago

Good mac n cheese doesn't make up for mistreating your employees. I am a customer but have witnessed very terrible working conditions. Truly a shame. read more

dan l.

16 years ago

This place is pretty average at best. Would probably go here if nothing else was open, but that's the only way.

Kathy G.

12 years ago

Great BBQ place...love the smoked sausage ...The quality is great overall....Mac and cheese is the best!

Kimberly P.

9 years ago

Awesome food and good people!!!! Recommend to anyone. Bbq is great but Mac and cheese is to die for.

Libby A.

5 years ago

So yummy!! We always have a great time eating here. It smells delicious when we drive by too

Donna S.

11 years ago

This is quite possibly the best BBQ I have ever had! It is so good, I had it at my wedding!

Ryan H.

Elite 9

131

19 years ago

This place was walking distance from my home for years and I didn't even know...

Mike B.

9 years ago

Regular BBQ place. I ate there a second time and do not recommend the soup read more

Lea C.

11 years ago

I was not impressed at all with the BBQ Pork Sandwich.

Honest R.

13 years ago

I'm a fan. Pork plate is excellent. So are the ribs.

Eatin G.

14 years ago

THE BEST BBQ in ATLANTA... hands down.

Patrick K.

13 years ago

the best bbq around!

Trevor L.

15 years ago

Awesome BBQ

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