5 Rural Restaurants Around Georgia That Are So Worth The Drive

It's easy to get so engrossed in our metropolitan dining scenes that you forget to check out some of the more rural restaurants in Georgia. Rural counties comprise much of the state when you consider that a county with fewer than 50,000 residents is considered rural. There are hundreds of restaurants in places like Atlanta and Macon, and the eateries in other areas of the state often don't get as much press or online attention. But for those of us in the know who love traveling all over the Peach State, there are tons of amazing rural restaurants in Georgia that deserve a visit. Here are just a few of our favorites:

1. Ila Restaurant: Ila

Ila Restaurant is in the little town of Ila, population 363. This meat-and-three spot has a delicious array of home-cooked goodness.

It's a tasty, old-school meat-and-three restaurant, the likes of which can be hard to come by nowadays. This is old-school Southern food, served up buffet-style.

For more information, check out the Ila Restaurant Facebook page.

2. Nick's Place: Crawfordville

Nick's Place in Crawfordsville, GA is a must-visit for those who love nostalgia. Stepping in the building feels like you entered a time capsule.

The diverse menu has something for everyone, with options including pasta, steak, burgers, and more.

For more information about this tasty spot, check out the

Nick’s Place Facebook page.

3. Pit Stop Bar-B-Q & Grill: Tifton

BBQ is among many people's favorite foods, and you'll find plenty of great BBQ restaurants in Georgia. Don't skip out on this spot in Tifton.

This classic spot has been around for nearly 30 years and serves up delicious BBQ, burgers, and steaks.

Learn more from the

Pit Stop Bar-B-Q- & Grill website.

4. Company Supply: Dublin

While Dublin is a city with a pretty sizable population and Laurens County has a growing population, it's still technically considered rural. This delicious spot could compete with any in larger cities, though!

Company Supply specializes in tasty Cajun eats that will transport your taste buds to Louisiana.

Learn more from the

Company Supply website.

5. Moby Dick: Colquitt

Colquitt (not to be confused with Colquitt County) is tucked away in the quiet southwestern part of the state. It's here that you'll find Moby Dick.

This delicious restaurant serves up home-cooked Southern cuisine, with a rotating menu of all the classics, including cornbread, mac and cheese, and fried okra.

Learn more from the

Moby Dick Facebook page.

Have you ever eaten at any of these rural restaurants in Georgia? Do you have any others that you think belong on the list? Share your thoughts in the comments!

If you're looking to take a road trip through the Peach State's many rural areas to explore all the attractions and eats, make sure to check out our Road Trip Essentials Packing List before hitting the road.