Macon, known for its Southern charm, offers soul food with staples like fried chicken, mac and cheese, and peach cobbler. The city blends tradition with vibrant cultural scenes.
Wine • Soup • Meat • Steak
"If you’re ever in Macon, you have to go see Richie at Downtown Grill! What a gem! One of the best meals we’ve had in years. We sat at the bar and had a great time chatting with Richie. Bourbon selection was on point, we had the scallop fettuccine and NY strip and both were fantastic. Highly recommend and can’t wait to go back!"
Wine • Cheese • Drinks • American
"My girlfriend and I went here for a fun date night and had a great time. First and foremost I am going to talk about their $68 16oz Ribeye Steak special. The steak was served with goat cheese mash potatoes and those were AMAZING. As for the steak itself, it was completely bland! It was served with sauce on top and you could not even taste the sauce. The steak itself was tender though but did not make up for how flavorless it was. I enjoyed their signature Dovetail burger which was served with fries. The burger itself was amazing, the bacon jam was sweet and was countered with pickles which was a good combo. The fries were pretty good and had some great seasoning. We got a side of Mac n Cheese which was made with aged cheddar cheese. If you enjoy aged cheese then I recommend getting it. Overall great experience besides the steak. Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4"
Pizza • Drinks • Mexican • Western
"this margaritas is on the campus of the mercer university in the mercer village. they had a good selection of items in the menu. the waiting staff was a little sluggish first, but better. eating was good and timely brought out. no long waiting time. the table we were sitting on was not super clean, there were eating on the menu and the floors were a little slippery when they were fucked with a greasy mop. Otherwise, eating was good and no other problems."
Seafood • Chicken • Mexican • American
"Passing through town and had to stop in to one of our favorite places in middle GA. Jam-Pups to start we’re fantastic as usual. Make sure you extra remoulade sauce, cause it’s so good! I got Captain Lee’s combo basket with fried shrimp and fried grouper. Get some buffalo sauce on the side. (Great flavor). My son got a Fried Shrimp Po-Boy. He said it was delightful. Enjoy this place folks, it’s a gem! Congrats to Lee and Kelly! Your place is amazing. If you are interested in a drink? See Darren or Alex. Great folks in the bar area. Also if you see Ashley, tell her Hi. Such a great place to eat and enjoy!"
Wine • Bars • Casual • Mexican
"my car broke down on a Fri late nite off Zebulon Rd .. and I stayed with my car overnight. with some help sat around lunch I was finally able to get to this shopping center to wait for someone to come fix the car. I ordered online, my party showed got me running I ran to gas station up the road got gas and came back to get my order ... Well turning into shopping center my car died again middle of road.. had real issues getting moved and couldn't leave car in road . So I called them told them the situation. Approx an hour later I'm finally out of road ran into restaurant expecting cold soggy lunch. . Well that's not what I got : they discarded my order shortly after the call and the hostess was to tell them when I arrived so I could have a hot fresh meal and a added complimentary sweet tea.. really made my day seem better! Real sweethearts working here ! Thank y'all again!!"
Soup • Vegan • Mexican • Chicken
"I visited Guitarras in Macon this afternoon 9/24/23. I am a regular customer at Margaritas on Mercer, they are closed on Sundays so I decided on Guitarras. I was sat right away, I asked to sit outside. I waited and waited for service. I watched a table come in after me and was immediately helped. I observed 6 workers go to and from without even offering me a glass of water. The young man managed to visit the table right next to me 6 times and I still have not had a waitress/waiter. After the second table was sat after me and received service I walked out. I went to another Mexican restaurant, received my Margaritta and lunch in less time than I spent waiting for a glass of water at Guitarras. Do better ! Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Food: 3 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 3"
Full • Wine • Bistro • American
"Our experience at the restaurant got off to a rocky start. I understand that they were busy due to a large crowd from a nearby show, but we waited over 10 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us, which was rather disappointing. Once we were seated, it took a while for our server to come to our table. However, when she finally arrived, she was very attentive. My cocktail was just average, but the calamari was delicious, although the portion felt a bit small. Unfortunately, when our main courses arrived, my risotto was nearly inedible due to the excessive salt. Luckily, the dish was served with a salmon filet, which I could enjoy instead. Overall, while the restaurant had a charming atmosphere and our server was pleasant, I would choose a different place if I return to Macon."
Asian • Korean • Cheese • Mexican
"It was bland and expensive. Beef bulgogi did not taste like beef bulgogi. The main seasoning is yum yum sauce which is an American mayo-tomato condiment, Japanese at best. Food came out lukewarm. We ordered the fried spring rolls and they had a very thick coating like they were from a frozen bag. It was just not very tasty and was very bland. Try Tenmi if you want good and not overpriced Asian food in Macon. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20"
Fusion • Brewery • American • Barbecue
"The person who added the Country Fried Brisket to the menu deserves a Michelin Star. I can't emphasize enough how incredible it was – a solid 10/10! It had the perfect combination of tenderness and flavor, with a crunchy breading that added an extra touch of delight. The portion was generous and reasonably priced; I would gladly pay even more for it. The pork rinds with honey made for a unique and tasty starter. The dry rub on the wings was exceptional, with just the right balance of flavor and smokiness. Our waiter was patient and attentive, providing excellent recommendations. Even though the restaurant was busy on a Friday night, we had no trouble getting seated, and our food arrived quicker than expected. The atmosphere was vibrant, featuring cool posters on the walls and stylish shirts for sale. My only suggestion would be to replace the rice and gravy side with mashed potatoes, but that’s just personal preference. Overall, it was a fantastic experience – if I find myself in Macon again, I will definitely return to this restaurant."
Cafés • Casual • Seafood • Breakfast
"We were a bit disappointed with Papouli!! DO NOT ORDER TGE PASTISIO!! My god they should be ashamed of themselves for serving such a dried up tasteless mess. We have some great pastisio in restaurants and homemade and this was just THE WORST. Truly they should take it OFF THEIR MENU! Ugh we hate getting crappy food especially when we were anticipating something delicious. I spoke to the young man up front and he asked if we wanted a refund which was nice but too late to order something else as I had my food. My YIRO was good .. not great but good enough to fill the void. Never again. Three stars is pushing it."
Meat • Cheese • Chicken • Bakeries
"I discovered this gem on my way to follow up on a project and decided I had better grab some food to get through my day. As you walk in, the food bar is on the left, and the desserts and fresh garden picked veggies are on the right. I just ordered a veggie plate today. The veggies were tasty and hot. A young lady who works here did ask how I liked my food since I had previously mentioned it was my first time stopping inside.... I told her I enjoyed my veggies and recommended that they served hott cornbread muffins. Good food and okay service. I would recommend a stronger focus on the customers ' experience by all staff members. I don 't mind shopping with other private own business however I 'm big on customer relations... just a free tip to this owner. Stop and try their meals...it was pretty good. Thanks, Team Dawson!"
Tea • Asian • Fusion • Desserts
"The staff was very friendly and the food was quite good. I arrived hungry and left feeling a bit less so. We ordered three small plates, and our total bill came to $60. The menu didn't clearly explain the prices, and the portion sizes were about what you would expect in one section of a five-compartment styrofoam plate. Additionally, the only drink options were canned or bottled. Despite these downsides, the food was enjoyable."
Meat • Salad • Cheese • Seafood
"Good, not great seafood, excellent service. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $30–50 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Fish Parking space: Somewhat difficult to find parking Parking options: Free of charge parking lot, Free of charge street parking"
Tea • Thai • Asian • Chicken
"Came here Saturday night before the Macon Civic Club show. Cute restaurant with delicious food. I've never seen curry served in a soup so I was surprised by that. It was good but I didn't want soup, and the shrimp still had the tails on them. So that made me have to either pick them out of the soup with my hands or spear them with my fork to eat them. Not fun when you're dressed up to go out. Had to ask special for fried rice which isn't on the menu, instead of the jasmine rice which we were previously told was bland. Wasn't a fan of the cold noodle salad, but you can order veggies instead. The egg drop soup which is served before the entree, was outstanding. At the end of the meal we waited at least 10 minutes for someone to bring us our check before we finally asked for it, and were told to go to the front, where we had to give our order all over again so that they could find it. Ridiculous on a busy Saturday night. Overall it was an OK experience but we probably won't be back."
Steak • Casual • Coffee • American
"The food at this restaurant is absolutely amazing. We are on our annual hunting trip and have decided to make dining here a tradition. The prices for the steaks are high, but probably worth it. I had the Shrimp Alfredo, which was delicious. My daughter had the fish, which was light and fluffy, and she was pleasantly surprised. My brother had the Cajun chicken sandwich and the slaw was great! We will definitely be returning. Overall, the food deserves a rating of 5 out of 5."
Bbq • Fish • Meat • Cheese
"We had the absolute pleasure of having Heidi and her team cater our son's wedding reception. If I could, I would give them a glowing 10-star review! The food was as delicious as we had hoped, but what truly stood out was the exceptional service they provided. During the event, there was an unexpected situation when the bartender (hired from a different company) had to leave. Without hesitation, Heidi stepped in to help, despite our attempts to insist otherwise. Not only did she take charge and ensure the bar continued to run smoothly, but she also thoughtfully collected all the cash tips left for the previous bartender and generously gifted them to the wedding couple. Heidi's team truly went above and beyond, making the day even more special. We are immensely grateful for their professionalism, dedication, and kindness. If you're looking for a catering service that not only delivers delectable food but also goes the extra mile in ensuring a seamless and memorable event, Heidi and her team are the ones to choose!"
Pubs • American • Fast Food • North American
"This is kind of an unassuming place. I don't know if you would expect the quality of food that you get from the looks of the place. The decor definitely has a trendy pub vibe, but there is a very casual atmosphere. You might wonder why a side of fries costs almost $10. It is because there is no way possible that you could eat them all. If you are ordering for kids, you could feed four kids ages 10 and under with two meals and an extra sandwich, or maybe three if one or two of them is particularly ravenous. Make sure you know whether your kids like sweet potato fries or not before you order, because mine got snatched There is a $2 upcharge if you sub your hand-cut fries with sweet potato fries. Two of my kids had the grilled cheese, which comes made on their hamburger bun, one had the chicken nuggets, which are nice, big, thickly-breaded chunks of chicken breast. I had the chicken salad sandwich. I thoroughly enjoyed it. My friend got a fried chicken sandwich with honey mustard on it, and that thing was massive. She also ordered fried pickles, and it was enough for at least four people. There are some things I didn't like that would make for a perfect visit if they were remedied. The text message receipt never showed up to my phone, so I had to go back after we ate and get them to print it. The lids didn't fit the cups at all, which is rough when you have a bunch of children with you or are walking your cup outside. The music was too loud inside. I was visiting with a hearing impaired friend, and it made it difficult for her to communicate, so we ate outside. We did enjoy eating outside. I don't recall anyone coming to check on us after we received our food, but everything was amazing, so it didn't really matter. Drinks are self-serve. Don't expect your food to come out rapid-fire. We didn't have to wait long, but it's not fast food. There is a sign that shows that there is a changing table in the handicap stall in the women's restroom. There is not. There is what looks like some kind of hardware storage cabinet that comes up to about your hips from the ground, and it had a toilet paper holder on it. Make sure you get your toilet paper before you go to the toilet, because there's no toilet paper in the wall dispenser, and there is no way, unless you are Stretch Armstrong or Inspector Gadget, that you can reach the toilet paper from the toilet. The other toilet was filled to the brim with water. Go for the food, not the bathroom If you found this review helpful, please give it a thumbs up! Thanks! Parking: We had to walk three blocks from our parking spot on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Chicken Salad, Fries, Fried Pickles Parking space: Difficult to find parking Parking options: Paid street parking"
Thai • Meat • Pizza • Asian
"I love love this place. The food is delicious. In a week I?ve been twice. The first time I had the creme brûlée French toast and the pork rolls. The second time I had the drunken beef noodles. My bf had the chicken and waffles. All of the food was tasty but I would say the French toast was the absolute best! It was soooo good you really didn?t need syrup. It comes with bacon and a mini hash brown. I would come back every Sunday for that. It is on the brunch menu on Sunday?s.I am not sure if it is sold throughout the week or not. The chicken and waffles was good as well. The chicken looked beautiful lol. The drunken beef noodles was okay. Nothing special really. Try the pork rolls! They were also delicious! Iwould go back and try another Thai dish. Other dishes that were coming out looked good as well. The space is small so I imagine it can be a bit of a wait if it is busy but they are quick to serve you so it probably would not be a problem.They also have a fried ice cream dessert I would like to try. In short, I Definitely recommend this place, on Sunday anyway."
Fish • Tacos • Cheese • Family
"While the food was very good as usual, it was a beautiful day so we opted to dine on the patio... don't do it!!! The gnats were horrible, we couldn't..."
French • American • Mediterranean • North American
"I have loved FOJ for more than a decade, so when I was diagnosed with celiac disease 2 years ago, I was relieved that I could still cobble together a meal at my favorite restaurant. Unfortunately, my experiences have been horribly inconsistent— staff doesn't seem to agree on what's gluten free, the gluten free bun was replaced with a less-than-edible cauliflower sponge and their new gluten free menu markers are performative as there's no dedicated fryer. Recently, I found pasta in my fruit cup. It wasn't the first time this has happened, and luckily— this time—I noticed the pasta coil before eating the cup. When I pointed it out to the waiter and tried to explain that even small amounts of cross contamination can make someone with a gluten allergy horribly sick for days, he handled it with little grace. I think it's time to bow out here— a sad realization because it would be easy for FOJ to properly accommodate this dietary restriction. ."