Times they are a’changing in Georgia. While there are many new, modern restaurants popping up throughout the state, like the board game cafe for instance, there are still those few retro restaurants that can bring us all back to a different time. Check out this retro-style diner in Georgia that is worth the drive no matter where you live.
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The Silver Skillet in Atlanta, Georgia has been serving up delicious Southern breakfasts in the area since 1956.
Beyond the scrumptious food, The Silver Skillet also has become quite the staple within the film industry as well, being featured in a wide variety of movies and television.
If there is one thing you order off the menu at The Silver Skillet, it’s the Lemon Ice-Box Pie, which has been voted as one of the "5 Best Pies in the USA" by Life Magazine, and one of the Top 100 Foods in the World by Saveur Magazine in 2012.
The address for the Silver Skillet Restaurant is 200 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. The hours of the restaurant are from Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. To find out more information about this one-of-a-kind Southern breakfast spot, visit the website and Facebook Page.
If you're like me and not into the touristy crowds in big cities like Atlanta, Savannah, and others all along the Georgia coast, you're going to love this list of hidden gem restaurants in Georgia. Some of the best unassuming restaurants in Georgia can be found right here and you won't want to miss out on all this deliciousness. Enjoy some of the best comfort meals, southern staples, and feel-good-food all in one enjoyable list. Find out what Georgia home cooking is all about with 11 of the best restaurants in Georgia.
Shane's Rib Shack actually started out as a single shack right outside of my high school--Union Grove! It was a local favorite and a popular hang out spot after football games. Now Shane has had the opportunity to share his delicious BBQ all over Georgia in many different locations! It amazes me to see his restaurants all over town and to think that one of the best restaurants in Georgia all started in one little shack!
You'll just love the BBQ from this cozy little mom n' pop spot in Statham, Georgia! Edee’s Shack BBQ is a casual barbecue joint that started out as a food truck and quickly grew. Serving delicious pulled pork sandwiches and slow smoked meats, enjoy an assortment of Southern staples at one of the best restaurants in Georgia.
If you want to eat a pizza as big as a small human baby, then this unassuming Georgia restaurant is the place! These delicious steaming pizzas are more than enough for your entire family! If you're up for it, they have the Carnivore Challenge, where two people must eat an entire 11 lb Carnivore Pizza in one hour! Eat it all and win $250!
This cool little hole-in-the-wall BBQ joint looks like a scene straight out of a southern movie! They serve oak-smoked meat in what used to be a gas station. Come try their amazing food at one of the best spots for hidden gem dining in Georgia.
One of the most popular hidden gem restaurants in Georgia, Mrs. Wilkes is the epitome of a Georgia dinner. Home cooked, southern food, and family served--just the way we like it! Try this homey spot out for all your Georgia favorites--and don't forget to wash it down with a glass of sweet, sweet tea!
If you ever longed for a place that served beer and pigs feet in conjunction with one another, then you're in luck! The Rail Pub is an Irish pub in Savannah that has some interesting menu items. Try their dill pickles, free peanuts, slim jims, and ghetto dawg--a hot dog slapped on a piece of white bread!
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Visit the website for the Rail Pub for the most up-to-date information.
You've probably never had tex-mex like this before! This unassuming Georgia restaurant got its humble beginnings from a food truck and now serves up delicious Korean/Mexican fusion. The chef of the restaurant, Tomas Lee, cooked for one of the top restaurants in Buckhead before starting this restaurant. You'll be sure to love his Korean/Mexican blend of food!
Mamak is located in a strip mall along the Buford Highway, but geez, is this place popular! This cozy cafe serves up delicious Malaysian cuisine from creamy curries to heaping bowls of noodles. This is true Malaysian street food crafted with love and one of the best restaurants in Georgia.
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Another spot for some good ol' fashioned tex-mex! Rico's Mex Mex serves up generous portions of salsa and warm tortilla chips, amazing drink specials, and sizzling fajitas! Not only is it delicious, but it's pretty affordable too! Talk about awesome hidden gem dining in Georgia!
This Indian cuisine spot is known for its awesome lunch buffet! If you want to try some real authentic Indian food, this is the place to go! (Get all-you-can-eat tikka masala and garlic naan on the side!)
It wouldn't be a list of the best unassuming Georgia restaurants without mentioning this BBQ gem. Their slogan is the "Best Butts in Town," and it's definitely a place you should try! It's tucked away at a gas station on the corner of Five Forks Trickum and Oak Road.
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Head to the Facebook page for Tipsy Pig BBQ to learn more.
Ultimately, the moral of this story is that Georgia BBQ is served best in a shack/gas station, mom n' pop restaurants are some of the best hole-in-the-wall hidden gem dining in Georgia, and you can find some really authentic Asian cuisine!
What are your favorite unassuming Georgia restaurants? It's hard to get all of the best in one list and we would love any suggestions you may have! Share them with your fellow Georgia lovers in the comments below!
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Looking for something sweet after your delicious meal at these hidden gem restaurants in Georgia? Here are some great spots for ice cream in Georgia.
It’s not every day that you get a chance to immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind dining experience in Georgia that will transport you to a different world altogether. The Garden Room at The St. Regis Atlanta hotel is a secret garden restaurant in Georgia that offers a vibrant, immersive, dining experience. You’ll be surrounded by natural beauty as you dine, with a menu and drink options that are just as surprisingly whimsical as the rest of the restaurant. Loosen your belt and come along as we dive full in for this delicious knife and fork adventure!
You'll find the restaurant located inside of the St. Regis Atlanta, which offer 5-star accommodations if you'd like to just settle in for an overnight stay after dinner. So, grab the family and snag a table in this enchanting hidden garden where you would least expect it!
It is centrally located off Highway 19, between several popular Georgia tourist attractions and neighborhoods.
If you're looking for more information about this hidden garden hideaway, including the current hours and days of operation, then check out the The Garden Room website or The Garden Room Facebook Page.
Have you ever been to The Garden Room in Georgia before? If so, what was your favorite part? What did you order? Would you agree that it is one of the best garden-themed restaurants in Georgia? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below!
Also, if you're looking for other enchanting gardens in Georgia, this rock garden in Calhoun is a spectacular day trip option.
