I wanted so hard to like this place because it's so well-known out here and it's such a staple. But it didn't hit the way I thought it was going to. The cookies tasted stale, maybe because I've definitely tried way better homemade cookies but they just weren't it. And I asked for my sandwich to be toasted and it tasted like they just popped it in the microwave. Definitely overpriced for the taste. The staff is super sweet though and you could tell that they love the community. I'm just so bummed that the food wasn't as good as I thought it was going to be. Maybe I'll give it another try because so many love it, but for now, their food needs to be more fresh. read more

The Cookie Shoppe - the front of the building - Bakeries Near Me - Albany, Georgia

Yum! Friday afternoon. Ordered Rueben and 2 coconut cookies. So good. Service is a little weird. Ordering in line. Sit and wait at table for eating in. So worth it. This is not fast food. The ambience is different. Dark wood. Framed newspaper clippings from WW 2. Very clean. read more

The Cookie Shoppe - Reuben, cheese cookies, drink, chips. - Bakeries Near Me - Albany, Georgia

I love this spot downtown Albany. Breakfast reminds me back home on Long Island. The workers there are so nice and friendly. Food so fresh and at a great price. The look of inside the restaurant is very home like and it's peaceful inside. I love it! read more

Food is always fresh but when I say be careful about going during 12-2 because they be pack. But service is fast and the owner is nice. The inside is small and somewhat cro read more

The Cookie Shoppe - Bakeries Near Me - Albany, Georgia

Love this family owned sandwich shop! They have the best biscuits, and on Fridays they have cheese biscuits (as seen in pic). They also have sweet treats like baklava, floats and gooey cookies. read more

The Cookie Shoppe - Bacon egg and cheese, cheese biscuit Sausage egg and cheese, cheese biscuit - Bakeries Near Me - Albany, Georgia

The Cookie Shoppe is a staple in downtown Albany...their sandwiches are amazing and the cookies are great too!...I really like the Godfather sandwich on the sub roll...it's delicious!...the place has been in business almost 40 years total!...go down and see Mrs. Mona and give it a shot! read more

The Cookie Shoppe - The Goddather Sub - Bakeries Near Me - Albany, Georgia

A definite staple when I think of good food and good people. I've been eating here since kindergarten and now my children love eating here.

Very sweet servers. Great place for a quick bite. A lot of mouth watering choices. The Ruben is a personal favorite. The only downside is they close at about 2 in the afternoon. read more

I was in town for 1 day, this place was recommended for lunch. What a great place it was. I had the best chicken salad sandwich (better than my own)! Don't let the name fool you, it's a deli and a really good one. read more

Amazing Food, Amazing Service, Amazing Everything. I have been coming here since I was 4 years old, and 15 years later nothing has changed. This will forever be my favorite breakfast and lunch place. read more

Wonderful business! I've been going there for years, and their food and service are impeccable. The owner, Mona always remembers my name. :-) read more

Pretty expensive and sometimes the service may be a bit rude but I love the food. I've been eating here since I was a kid about 35 years

I never forget to stop into The Cookie Shoppe when I'm in Downtown Albany. I love the Reuben and the Deluxe BLT sandwiches, which are served with a bag of chips. Also, I always order a bowl of fresh veggie beef soup and two, nutty chocolate cookies to round out my meal. The sweetened tea is to die for too! The service is quick and tidy with a smile and greeting comin' and goin'! I highly recommend this restaurant and tell the folks there I said howdy! read more

This place was packed, line was out the door for lunch. Worth the wait. We were recommended from a local and took the chance. Boy were we happy!!! Sweet tea was amazing, help yourself for seconds. Owner has been here 35 years she told me herself. read more

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Been going here for years and it's always been a great experience. Always satisfied. Food is always good and freshly prepared breakfast and lunch. The cookies are to die for. read more

Cheap and Cheerful at its best! I arrived to this establishment due to the reviews. The experience was fantastic from beginning to end. The ordering system is friendly--and so is the staff. The checking-out process was efficient. The wait time between ordering and receiving was really short. When traveling on the highway, it is really nice to stop and get a local feel--this place definitely has it. I ordered the Pimento Cheese Sandwich with bacon and a cup of Chili (as per the recommendation of a local waiting in line). The sandwich was really good and the chili was superb. It came served with a small bag of Lay's potato chips. My company enjoyed the food and the place as much as I did. Two in my party got Cinnamon Raising Bread Pudding for their dessert--both raved about it. I bought a Cinnamon cookie for the road and can't wait to try it. This is a truly great and quaint establishment--the oldest in downtown Albany. read more

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The restaurant is a real gem. It's situated downtown and there are a couple of tables outside, so on a nice day it might be a great thing to sit outside with a sandwich and watch downtown. The food has been great both times I have tried them. The fact they are locally owned and dish out great food earns them five stars in my book easily. The downtown charm adds to it. The small shop that reminds me of my favorite place in college adds nostalgia. There are some complaints, but I'll get to those last. First, the BLT is amazing. I've tried two versions and both were just outstanding. I had BLT on rye this last time and the bread really had a strong flavor to it, but it was still great. The bacon was strong, the tomatoes were juicy, and the flavors just matched up really well. I tried a bite of my wife's Philly and it was great also. The bread was chewy and delicious, the food was cooked to order, and it was split between two rolls. She was raving about it also. Finally, I tried one of the soups they were advertising: vegetable beef. It was kind of pricey for what you get, but it was decent. To be completely honest, it reminded me of the vegetable beef I ate at Shoney's as a child. There was a Shoney's over near the bowling alley and I used to eat it all the time. It's not the most amazing soup in the world, but it was still decent. Now, please forgive my griping, but there are a few to be had. 1. The operating hours. Monday - Friday, 7 am to 3 pm. That translates into you will never really experience this on the weekend (and anyone coming from out of town to Albany -- haha -- will also not experience this place). They do events on weekends from time to time, but you can't count on that. You can't come here for dinner either. That's disappointing. I wouldn't mind coming here for dinner. 2. The line to order and pay is ridiculous. It's slow. It's not organized. The whole store is just one big level of chaos it seems. It could be planned so much better and spaced better. I finally got my order in, then had to wait behind a lady who ordered and paid, then finally got to pay. 3. The drinks need to come out from behind the counter. The waiting to get a drink is not a good thing. You have to get back in the line to order, so there is confusion on top of not getting your drinks in a timely manner. 4. The cookies are not that good and they force them on you. I ordered and the lady was like you have to get a cookie. I was like, "Fine, chocolate chip please." I wasn't sure if I was paying for it or not, but considering this small meal was nearly 25 bucks... Anyway, the cookie was nothing spectacular and kind of takes away from the real charm of the place. Maybe they should consider calling themselves something else. I don't want to end on a bad note for such a great little restaurant (seriously, I do like them). They have crushed ice. It's good. I'm still eating it as I type this. Give them a shot if you can catch them while they're open! read more

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This is one of the best places in Georgia to have lunch!!! It's a tiny family owned restaurant with the best sandwiches and cookies, wait did I forget lemonade!!! Let's just say you have to get there in a timely manner because the subs will SELL OUT!!! The restaurant closes at 3p.m and everyone that knows about this diamond in the ruff is there trying to get there grub on. I recommend the turkey and bacon sub. You have to make sure that it is a SUB to get the full effect. They make their own bread and it is excellent. I've also had the breakfast and its good as well. I will say the customer service by the owners is a little 'iffy'. At first I thought they were rude but they're older and just have their own ways. Oh yea... the cute guy is their son (insert drooling)!!! Once you become a regular (and you will) its all good. Just make sure when you are about to order that you aren't on the phone or it will be hell to pay!!! read more

From what I remember, and I used to go to this place often, this place was great to get food from. I went in just now at 2:30 and was told when I walked in, "We closed!" They are supposed to close at 3. So much for that! read more

Centrally located in downtown Albany next to the Public library's main branch. Sandwiches, Soups, Salads, Fresh baked cookies and Baklava everyday. Their breakfast is pretty good too. I love their Cheese Biscuits (Friday only)! Today I had the Caesar Wrap and it really hit the spot. There are plenty of menu options to choose from. I'm sure I'll be back again and again to try something else. read more

When I was a child, my mother would occasionally take my older brother and me here for a cookie after spending an afternoon reading in the public library that is right next door. I hadn't been here in almost 20 years...and I had never tried their food, until today. I met a friend for lunch at the Cookie Shoppe around 12:45pm on a Wednesday. The inside of the restaurant is decorated with old Georgia newspaper clippings and photographs, some from Albany. They had a good crowd of customers and were quickly and promptly taking orders and making change. The employees were so kind and gave me suggestions since it was my first time dining there. I went with the chicken salad sandwich on wheat. It came with Lays original potato chips and pickles. I added a Diet Pepsi and a home-baked chocolate chip cookie to my order. It seemed as if my friend and I had just sat down after ordering that our food was promptly at our table. At first glance, the chicken salad sandwich looked delish. They gave me a huge portion and I asked for lettuce and tomato on the sandwich. They had little pickle slices on the side. I put those on the sandwich. Boy was it good!!! I am fairly new to eating chicken salad so I don't have many others to compare it to, but WOW was it delicious. It was such a large portion and the chick salad itself was sooo creamy. The lettuce, tomato, and pickle added such good flavor to the sandwich. I can't believe I have lived in Albany my entire life and had never eaten here for lunch. It was so nice to see a local establishment hustling and bustling at lunch. Great service. Great food. Nice atmosphere. I will definitely be coming here again when I am in town next. read more

Have you ever had that one deli that when you are hungry for good food that you think of fondly? This is mine- roast beef on rye. Everything is good and get a box of cookies to go! read more

A great sandwhich shop. I love the submarine. The bread is so soft. Cookies are excellent too

Very fresh and homemade cookies l really like this place peoe there are very nice and helpful.

Dan likes this restaurant. Dan likes pizza. Dan also likes sandwiches. Also Dan likes cookies. The cookies and sandwiches are very good here. Dan did a good job picking lunch. He did a good job yesterday when he picked pizza. read more

My sister put me on to this place about a month ago and I have been back at least three times since then. That's very rare for me as I normally don't go back to the same place that frequently. This place simply have the best sandwiches in downtown Albany. Hell, all of Albany for that matter. I love their subs. My personal favorite: the turkey and ham sub. The bread is freshly made each morning and it is very soft. Their cookies are good too, but the sandwiches here are outstanding. They have limited hours and are closed on weekends. Also, lines are very long during the lunch period (about 11:30 to 1:00) so if you do decide to eat here during that time then plan accordingly. read more

Okay, I changed my soup and got vegetable and beef instead!!! It was the bomb, especially on a rainy day... The sugar cookie went fast, so I wish I would of gotten 2 of them!!! The are closed on Saturday and Sunday.. read more

The Cookie Shoppe - Bakeries Near Me - Albany, Georgia

Delicious grilled cheese and veggie soup.. love the variety on the menu.... Get here early because the line can get long!

Didn't know what to expect when I walked in this place. I am glad I went the double stack Ruben was one of the best things I have ever had in my life. I don't think I will ever be back in this town but if i am I will be back here. read more

The Cookie Shoppe - Double stack Ruben - Bakeries Near Me - Albany, Georgia

This place is, IMO, the best restaurant in Albany. Do yourself a favor, get bacon on whatever you order-- I love their pimento cheese, bacon and tomato on wheat or rye. They have a large menu for the size of their shoppe, but everything is quality and delicious! My husband got the corn beef and we agree it's the best we have had, and we have lived all over the east coast. Make sure to save room for their homemade baklava-- again, best we have ever had. Oh, and their sweet tea is on the money! Make sure whatever you get, make it a meal, so you can have their sweet tea/soda/lemonade, bag of chips and a COOKIE!! Highly recommend their chocolate but surprise! Oatmeal is their best seller, but I have to have chocolate in my cookies! As good as their food is, their staff are incredible! Such customer service, kindness and efficiency-- this place is all the way around a true gem. read more

Great sandwich place with a facelift! The chili is yummy and any sandwich on rye will rock my socks!! Wishing my life away until the summertime gazpacho comes back!!! Nom noms! read more

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A traditional , small, but nice place to eat a quick lunch. Their pimento cheese and chili, cookies and Baklava are very good! No one else in town has Baklava...good service, and they have been in business for years;) read more

Was referred to this restaurant. Amazing! Great deal $10 lunch includes drink and cookies! Would highly recommend!

I love that they have deli plates! If you're not a bread eater, you're still good and full. Mixed veggies, fruit, olives and chicken salad on a plate. Excellent. read more

One of the last true mom and pop places. The cookies are without a doubt the best thing on the menu. Would not recommend the soup, as I'm pretty sure it's not homemade. Everything else is pretty good. Happy to see a family working together as it's not a common sight anymore. read more

Stopped here while visiting from Florida. Not really impressed. Sandwiches ok but small. Veggie beef soup salty and potato chunks so large it was hard to eat. Sugar cookies artificial tasting. Chocolate chip cookies had nuts but no indication that they did. Ginger cookie and coffee ok. Very busy at lunchtime - party of 4 had to sit at different tables. read more

It was very rustic old school charming inside. A small town shop with a polite staff. Those who walked in knew the folks behind the counter. Ordered an egg sandwich, coffee, and some cookies. All of the three were bland and very regular. Just scrambled eggs on wheat toast, coffee tasted like water, and the cookies didn't meet the standard what you would expect from a place called the cookie shop! read more

I've been going to the Cookie Shoppe since I moved to Albany years ago. My favorites are the turkey sandwich and the club, but everything on the menu is fantastic. The service is top-notch. The soups are also very good. But the one thing you better not miss is the baklava. Oh my goodness! Delicious. And if you leave without a cookie you're missing out. The atmosphere is great - it gets crowded at lunch but everyone is always cheerful (patrons and workers alike!) and my daughter (17) loves to look at the pictures on the walls of Albany in the '30s and the newspaper articles and ads from "long ago". Eat in or take it with you -- we've enjoyed eating our sandwiches a couple of blocks away at the park sometimes. read more

If you like homemade: cookies, soups, and sandwiches you must visit the Cookie Shop! Breakfast biscuits so large 2 people can share. A small restaurant in downtown that has a loyal clientele and don't dawdle at lunch time as you will hold up the fast moving line-especially when court is in session across the square. EVERYTHING I've eaten here is superb but the coup d' gras is the freshest homemade Baklava in Georgia. Take home some baklava and cookies for your sweetie at home or work and return often. Expect greatness. read more

This place is like going home. Great sandwiches. Great staff and owners. I wish I still worked dtown! Mona is the bomb diggity!