Restaurants in Aiken
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Best Restaurants
“We ordered a dozen oysters on the half shelf, the mixed berry salad, the crispy fried calamari, and the fried clam platter. Everything was fresh and perfectly prepared. Our server was attentive, but not hovering over us and the noise level was low enough we could carry on a conversation without having to yell over the background noise. Highly recommend Park Avenue Oyster Bar for dinner!”
“So freaking goooooood!!!!!!! The bread is top tier and the, "Eggs in Purgatory", were amazing!Keen Signs bragging food files- Amy Dalton, Account Manager.”
“What a gem of a find in the heart of downtown Aiken! The wonderful smells wafting from this amazing establishment will lure you in from far away to its front door. Immediately upon walking in you can feel the incredible vibe Taj emits, its staff and owners are incredibly pleasant and a joy to talk to. The chef has created some incredible dishes that are freshly prepared with much love infused into the food. I simply cannot say enough how AMAZING this restaurant is on SO many levels and the fact that Taj is very consistent is very much appreciated. Thank you to Rose & Teja for making me feel so welcome and truly like one of the family. ⚡?⚡”
“Went here for the first time recently for lunch. Was met by a hostess lady that looked at me with distain and asked if I had a reservation. Reservation, on a Sunday at 1:30? Lol, Um, No. the place looked 70% empty. I did not really understand the menu until I started looking around & noticed how small it was. I’m guessing the kitchen, which appears to be upstairs must be the size of a 1975 Fiat. My French toast was good, very small portion for the price I thought. Overall I think it was ok. I don’t see the hype personally. Why just ok? 2 lunch entries & a coffee was $50+. Which in Charleston makes sense, but this place, No. If I were a drinker it probably would have made more sense. I did enjoy reading what felt to be a 65 page autobiography on drinks, which was cool sine it has Whiskey in the name. I would expect that. I simply must comment on the Eclectic inside that would make Dr. Frasier Crane go, “what in God’s name is going on in here.” The decor, I did not get at all. The bar was beautiful. However, the Stained glass with some mismatched lights, 4 in line photos of food & drinks that looked very out of place does not bode well. Do yourself a favor & walk over to the antique shop around the corner & drop $300 on some amazing art to replace those 4 Getty image wanna be images you have up. Embrace some horse photos or something. Anything. Take those things down immediately.Would go back if someone else was buying.”
“Found this little gem while visiting Aiken. I had the Cajun shrimp & grits and found it delicious. They had a decent selection of local beers and selected a good Savannah River beer which was good too. Lastly, the service was friendly and good. Overall, it was a good experience and recommend checking it out.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Great place for an upscale lunch without blowing your budget. High quality and fresh ingredients. I had the Greek Beef Kabobs. My bride had the burger. It was the best beef flavor she had in some time. My Beef Kabobs were outstanding.The plate was complimented with fingerling potatoes and greens. Not a bit was left on the plate. Well trained and professional service makes this place a bargain.We will return for dinner.”
“The food was outstanding, from appetizers to dessert! They were very accommodating, made great recommendations, the chef checked on us himself, the service was outstanding, delicious cocktails and dessert was a real treat! The Red Door did not disappoint! What a delightful night!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“I went there for my retirement luncheon. They were very accommodating for 15 people. Some arrived a little late, the staff took their order a served quickly. I suggest this place anytime for an event like this.”
“So freaking goooooood!!!!!!! The bread is top tier and the, "Eggs in Purgatory", were amazing!Keen Signs bragging food files- Amy Dalton, Account Manager.”
“Stopped here for a quick lunch and had a fantastic experience at this local, family-owned, authentic Mexican spot. The Huevos con Chorizo, Chimichanga, Tamal, and Chicken Quesadilla were all great.Unlike most Mexican restaurants, each person gets their own mini salsa for chips. No worrying about double dippers. Fresh, warm, crunchy chips.Affordable too— $60 for 4 people.By the way, if you ever forget where you are, the name is on every chair and table. Los Tres Compadres.Highly recommend.”
“My husband and I had brunch this morning. Everything was excellent. They have updated their menu from when they first opened and I appreciate that there are more normal yet updated breakfast choices. Prices are good. Service was OK. The ambiance is a bit more "urban" than I care for, but OK for a change. Highly recommend.”
“What a gem of a find in the heart of downtown Aiken! The wonderful smells wafting from this amazing establishment will lure you in from far away to its front door. Immediately upon walking in you can feel the incredible vibe Taj emits, its staff and owners are incredibly pleasant and a joy to talk to. The chef has created some incredible dishes that are freshly prepared with much love infused into the food. I simply cannot say enough how AMAZING this restaurant is on SO many levels and the fact that Taj is very consistent is very much appreciated. Thank you to Rose & Teja for making me feel so welcome and truly like one of the family. ⚡?⚡”
“The food there was Amazing; Especially the papaya juice!!There was fun, Latina-inspired music playing lightly because the waitress was having lunch at 1 one of the tables but, she promptly jumped and took my orders, leaving said music on her phone playing, which I though was a delight!She had me dancing.So, then, my food came and it was yummy!!Breakfast burrito at 4pm, lolGood Times, Absolutely Delicious eats and drinks that touched, fed My Soul.God willing, I will be back!*I Loved It!!!Vegetarian options: Blended fruits and vegetables.Dietary restrictions: Willing to accommodate.Kid-friendliness: Family Establishment environment.”
“The food here is sooo good. The quesabirrias and the tamales are the best. I highly recommend this place. Plus the prices are pretty decent! Great place to stop by during your lunch break or just because.”
“Stopped in for a late lunch after driving by several times and so glad I did! The food was fresh, healthy, high quality, and served with a smile! I had the Love Stack and it was delicious! Also enjoyed the fresh pressed!…apple, carrot, ginger juice! Hope, the new owner, is friendly and knowledgeable. I will be back often and highly recommend!”
“Went here for the first time recently for lunch. Was met by a hostess lady that looked at me with distain and asked if I had a reservation. Reservation, on a Sunday at 1:30? Lol, Um, No. the place looked 70% empty. I did not really understand the menu until I started looking around & noticed how small it was. I’m guessing the kitchen, which appears to be upstairs must be the size of a 1975 Fiat. My French toast was good, very small portion for the price I thought. Overall I think it was ok. I don’t see the hype personally. Why just ok? 2 lunch entries & a coffee was $50+. Which in Charleston makes sense, but this place, No. If I were a drinker it probably would have made more sense. I did enjoy reading what felt to be a 65 page autobiography on drinks, which was cool sine it has Whiskey in the name. I would expect that. I simply must comment on the Eclectic inside that would make Dr. Frasier Crane go, “what in God’s name is going on in here.” The decor, I did not get at all. The bar was beautiful. However, the Stained glass with some mismatched lights, 4 in line photos of food & drinks that looked very out of place does not bode well. Do yourself a favor & walk over to the antique shop around the corner & drop $300 on some amazing art to replace those 4 Getty image wanna be images you have up. Embrace some horse photos or something. Anything. Take those things down immediately.Would go back if someone else was buying.”
“The food was excellent the waitress was excellent I will tell people all about Metro to come and eat there cuz y'all's food is so excellent it's been it's clean it's friendly I just want to say thank you to Metro diner making everything so good and so friendlyParking: You'll need to have more space in between each car so other people can open up their car doors”
“Duke's has always been my favorite BBQ in the area. My most recent visit was when we went as a large group on graduation day and they still were able to accommodate seating for us even though we didn't have reservations. The staff is very friendly and the best food!”
“Excellent food. Restaurant can get a bit loud at rush. Parking is tough due to the size of the lot.Parking: This is a repurposed McDonalds building. As such, the lot was built for drive-through service primarily with little regular parking. The parking spaces are generally minimally adequate, but they are tight and awkward. I recommend going on off-peak hours for this reason alone.”
“Their baked goods and drinks were great! The breakfast bowl was not good at all. We enjoyed sitting outside and seeing all the dogs that were there, too.Wheelchair accessibility: There is wheelchair accessibility on the sidewalk and side patio, but the doorway may be a little narrow.”
“The server came to the table in a timely manner and drinks were served. The menu had so many tasty dishes to choose from and the waitress was able to help us make a good choice. The spring rolls were delicious. The entrees were very tasty as well. We will be back in the future!”
“Friends took me here as a spur of the moment dinner. It was simple seating outside at picnic tables with a cold beer and a tasty low country boil. Nice not being able to reach for cell phones when your cracking crab legs and peeling shrimp with your hands! I will be back for sure!”
“I was there to pick up an order and the folks here were so nice. I had to ask where their pick up counter was and they were so polite. Thank you folks for your good manners and ”
“I love the food at the Pub. I have never had a bad meal,lunch or dinner. Portions are enough to share. If you haven't tried it, it's a must. Great staff.”
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“We ordered a dozen oysters on the half shelf, the mixed berry salad, the crispy fried calamari, and the fried clam platter. Everything was fresh and perfectly prepared. Our server was attentive, but not hovering over us and the noise level was low enough we could carry on a conversation without having to yell over the background noise. Highly recommend Park Avenue Oyster Bar for dinner!”
“Ate here last night with my family. Wasn't greeted just stared at until I said something. Did come close to closing but close isn't closed. The food was pretty good. Calamari was a little chewy. My snow crab was good I could have went hotter.My husband really enjoyed the oyster po boy. The veggie plate for my kids was tasty as well.The waitress was nice and kept our drinks full. They started mopping the entress while customers were still inside and my daughter slipped and hurt her knee. I'm undecided if I would eat here again.”
“The food was outstanding, from appetizers to dessert! They were very accommodating, made great recommendations, the chef checked on us himself, the service was outstanding, delicious cocktails and dessert was a real treat! The Red Door did not disappoint! What a delightful night!”
“The crispy dragon calamari was a huge hit for our crew! Our server, whom I believe his name was Austin -at least that’s what it said on our receipt, did a fantastic job taking care of such a large party when lots of chaos. Our drinks stayed full and our every need was served promptly.”
“Had a great experience here for our first visit. Margherita had plenty of alcohol. Tried some queso with ground beef and it was addictive. Burrito was delicious as was the shrimp and chicken taco. Samuel was the perfect server. Would definitely recommend this place.”
“Lately, the queso blanco has had a burnt taste, I am not sure if it is coincidence or not, but the last 3 or 4 times I've ordered the queso, it just didn't taste right. The grilled shrimp is phenomenal and the wait staff are almost always perfect in every way! There has only been one time in my years of coming here that the wait staff was not phenomenal. I am able to come and eat on my lunch break, they are always able to get me in and out very quickly.Kid-friendliness: Staff is fantastic with kids, they have been patient in the past when my kids have spilled their drinks or food. Other customers are usually very friendly to our kids as well. I never felt rushed or ashamed to have my kids with me at this establishment.”
“This restaurant is close to my place of business and I eat there on a regular basis. The food is great and always consistently tasty. Given that it is primarily a take-out style restaurant, the dining area is lacking in cleanliness and quality.”
“It was our first time there being we just moved to the area earlier this year. We absolutely loved everything about our night. Food, music, ambience, the staff. Everything was amazing!! It is our new favorite spot. We cannot wait to go back!! Already planning our next date night”
“Great VALUE for $$. Eastern Buffet is the only Chinese buffet in South Aiken that I know of. It's a local favorite that survived the covid-era. Although the price has gone up, it's still worth it! It has the typical hot food items (rice, meats, seafood, pizza, fried food), a salad & fruits bar, cookies & other desserts, and ice cream is included.”
“Great sweet tea, home battered fried mushrooms absolutely delicious and more than plenty on quantity. As a matter of fact everything we ate was plentiful and delicious. All fresh made to order. Definitely a mom and pop cafe. Absolutely delicious”
“The crispy dragon calamari was a huge hit for our crew! Our server, whom I believe his name was Austin -at least that’s what it said on our receipt, did a fantastic job taking care of such a large party when lots of chaos. Our drinks stayed full and our every need was served promptly.”
“The food was very good, service was good, but the background music was too loud It was hard to have a conversation when the music is distracting.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I work here. This will always be my favorite waffle house ! Come see Hailey Friday and Saturday night 9pm, -7am!Parking: Free.Kid-friendliness: Always accept the kids.”
“Dana P. Greeted me promptly when I walked thru the door with friendly service. Took my order, and cashed me out. Everything was perfect! That doesn't happen to often. So thank you, Dana!”
“I travel all over the United States and eat at a lot of waffle houses and I have to say this place was great our waiter Samvery polite and attentive. He made sure we had what we needed. And always it was great waffle House ”
“Was in there a couple of weeks ago for late lunch. It was good. Grill person asked us how it was. Told him great. However, the server that was in duty raked him over the coals for talking to us. She did this in front of customers. Very rude and unprofessional. There was nothing wrong with the cook asking us about it. Cooked to perfection and well liked. Server was out of line”
“Stop here pretty often when out riding motorcycles. We have always had great service and the staff is very friendly and good at there job food is always on pointParking: Big parking lotKid-friendliness: Yes it's kid friendly with kid options on the menuWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible and handicap ♿️ parking”
“After having very bad service elsewhere, we ended up at this Waffle House and as soon as we walked in the door, we was greeted with smiles and welcomes from all the employees. Caitlin was our waitress and she was a delight. One of the sweetest waitresses I've come across. Food was excellent. Highly recommend!”
“Girls at drive thru windows are very pleasant and have beautiful smiles on there faces .! One little tiny black girl didn't look but bout 12 yrs old though.....”
“Dana P. Greeted me promptly when I walked thru the door with friendly service. Took my order, and cashed me out. Everything was perfect! That doesn't happen to often. So thank you, Dana!”
“I have eaten here at least 7 times and they are always accommodating and the food is always perfect, the “special” steak appetizer is a must try. The atmosphere is very relaxed and tables are spaced to allow private conversations. The staff is very attentive, professional, and knowledgeable. The owner and manager are very experienced, friendly, and work very well together to make this a wonderful dining experience. It’s the best steak house in Aiken.”
“After visiting almost every Japanese/sushi restaurant in the CSRA, Sukiya is, BY FAR, my favorite when it comes to sushi and hibachi. Their sushi is fresh, inventive, and delicious. You get what you pay for here. That may be offensive to some, but their rolls and platters are incredible. And their hibachi leaves you with so much food. I highly recommend this Japanese restaurant in Aiken!”
Takeout Restaurants
“I had my daughters birthday party there this past weekend and even though we couldn’t enjoy the bounce house due to the weather, it was well worth having her party here& the staff was great!”
“I have been to a lot of “foodie” places from Austin to Atlanta to LA to Vancouver and this is literally the best Thai food I’ve ever had. Every dish is so flavorful and fresh. This is the best dive in Aiken. I love that I can go eat in or pick up no matter what I’ve been up to that day. The folks that run this place are so nice, hard working and dedicated to making you the best meal ever!! Every single thing I’ve tried has been delicious. I go weekly at this point for probably 6+ months and they’ve never gotten my order wrong (and I don’t always order the same thing) or disappointed in any way shape or form. The portions are awesome, you will definitely leave with leftovers. I’ve introduced several people who also agree this is the best gem in Aiken. I love every dish I’ve had here. Gonna go place another order right now.”
“Found this little gem while visiting Aiken. I had the Cajun shrimp & grits and found it delicious. They had a decent selection of local beers and selected a good Savannah River beer which was good too. Lastly, the service was friendly and good. Overall, it was a good experience and recommend checking it out.”
“Great place for an upscale lunch without blowing your budget. High quality and fresh ingredients. I had the Greek Beef Kabobs. My bride had the burger. It was the best beef flavor she had in some time. My Beef Kabobs were outstanding.The plate was complimented with fingerling potatoes and greens. Not a bit was left on the plate. Well trained and professional service makes this place a bargain.We will return for dinner.”
“Very different. I see bunch of things on the walls. Yes all 3 has chalks on walls. Good service. Nice people.Only odd was that they make it behind the wall. Most smoothie places bern to are wide open for public to see. That's the problem. That's why one star removed.”
“First time there and I went for lunch. Got the Reuben and my daughter got the club. Really good and fresh. Service left a little to be desired as the person at the front was not very hospitable. Otherwise the food was good and fairly priced.”
“The 4 tacos, I ate were wonderful and the fried jalapeños as part of the condiment Buffet were excellent! I also purchased 6 pork tamales to go and ate them for dinner excellent Mexican food. The ladies in the kitchen did a mouth watering job. Thank you, HH”
“Stopped here with friends and had a great experience. The service was prompt and friendly, and the prices were extremely reasonable. We had pizza and calzones and everything came out hot and fresh and was very tasty. The calzones were large and filled with lots of cheese and toppings. They came with a side of marinara sauce that was very good as well. The pizzas had a great crust....medium thin on the bottom and thicker on the edges. They make their crusts each day and they are much better than pre-made crusts. The pizzas had plenty of cheese and toppings as ordered and tasted yummy. We will definitely go back again soon. Parking is right in front of the building or across the street, and there is a wheelchair ramp near the front of the building.Parking: Located in front of building with extra parking across the street”
“Friends took me here as a spur of the moment dinner. It was simple seating outside at picnic tables with a cold beer and a tasty low country boil. Nice not being able to reach for cell phones when your cracking crab legs and peeling shrimp with your hands! I will be back for sure!”
“Five-star experience at this awesome taproom! The self-serve concept is brilliant, with a plethora of taps to choose from. It's like being your own bartender, even if just for a moment. Highly recommend checking it out!”
“I had breakfast at the Aiken location for the first time (10-11-22). The banana pancakes were good. The wait was short, and our server Aja was funny and nice. She was great!”
“I was there to pick up an order and the folks here were so nice. I had to ask where their pick up counter was and they were so polite. Thank you folks for your good manners and ”
“Visiting from out of town, and a friend brought us here. Busy place, be patient with the host and servers as they are running around. The food was very good, some of the best I’ve had. They start you off with chips, salsa and queso sauce, for dinner I had the El Paso, from their favorites section. Prices are good, and parking is easy.Wheelchair accessibility: East for wheel chairs and elderly walkers.”
“Where's the meat, seems to have gotten less and less substance in-between the bread.Parking: People tear in and out of area going the wrong way so watch your step.Wheelchair accessibility: Yes but limited but permetless parkers and people parking in front feeling privileged to block off area.”
“Visiting from Massachusetts, A walk down the Alley and we decided on BBQ. The food was delicious, pulled pork melted in your mouth, the Fleetwood Mac and Cheese is a must have. Prices are great, staff were quick and friendly. Will definitely come here again on our next trip.”
“I’ve had the Moon Beans coffee but not from this shop. It was from New Moon Cafe. I really wish this place was a full service coffee shop as it would add to the perceived value.As for the coffee, not sure where it is sourced but they have blends and then I think a single origin from Papua New Guinea. I’m personally a fan of South American coffee flavors but the cup I had at New Moon was more than acceptable.There isn’t really much information on Moon Beans as a brand itself or have it’s own website with details about sourcing and/or sustainability. The website is just redirected to New Moon Cafe.”
“Julie was such an incredible bartender. She rocked and totally made our trip. So understanding about our Bereavement. Really showed compassion and help us. She was awesome.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Service with a smile. Food was excellent.Preston..you are amazing...you will go places in the Lord..keep letting HIM shine rhrough you. She was so awesome and the rest of workers were a team.”
“I think I'm a little addicted to the giant fish sandwich & the oreo cheesecake! I had them both twice this week. Everytime I go through Drive-thru, I am always greeted by this sweet black lady. I hate that I don't know her name, but she is amazing. Great food & awesome customer service keeps me coming back! 5-stars!”
“Jimmy John’s is the best. Brent took our order and was super nice. The food is just awesome and it’s always clean. LOVE IT!!!Vegetarian options: the #6 veggie is really good and yummy and since everything is freshly made you can always customize and take the meat off.”
“I've been going to blimpies for years, I recently moved to Aiken from Augusta and this is literally the absolute best blimpies I've ever been to hands down.Everything is always fresh, and the people are always professional and friendly. All their food are exceptional, but their salads are my fave. Always fresh thick and delish. They definitely have me as a forever customer.”
“The service was fast and friendly. They have a variety of food and let you sample before you choose your entree. They also have a drive thru, which is convenient. But I do like to sit down inside and eat my food. They have soda/drink station (always love free refills) I would recommend”
“I've been here many, many times, and there are occasional simple issues (things that might occur when short staffed) but I've never had good reason to complain. One confusing thing is that though there are two drive-thru lanes, only one is ever open, but there's rarely a long line so it's not a big problem.Parking: There's plenty of options for park-and-eat, drive-thru, and carhop style eating”
“I have made many post about several different McDonald's I have stopped at along my journeys, mostly bad. Now, this one in Aiken took me back to the days when it was just done right. Ordered the double quarter meal, no pickle add mayo..... my go to. In the drive-through mind you, get to the pay person, very polite, then get to the pickup window, also very polite. I check and verify I have my 3 items and head down the road. I don't know if I was just that hungry or what but when I bit into the burger it was heaven. It was cooked perfectly and it had salt and pepper on it which for me is a win win. But from my last few experiences at McDonald's this one set it back right. The fries were fresh and my drink was also good. Kudos to those at the McDonald's in Aiken at the bypass and #1”
“Wendy's on whiskey road in aiken sc SUCKS when it comes to online orders. They lock the lobby doors earlier than 9pm for carryout pickup and is obnoxiously rude at drive thru regarding online orders. Hate this location with a passion. Have had several bad experiences with their very annoying and unprofessional staff”
“Business was busy this day... They seemed to be in a bad mood. I had a few orders back-to-back from here. Good thing they got them out pretty quick and with no problems as far as I know. I just delivered doordash this day”
“1st time in the Aiken Olive Garden. The food was good, the restaurant was clean, and the waitress was awesome. Her name was Katie. She made you feel like family and took great care of us. I'd definitely ask for her again!!”
“We had to wait a while to get a table, which is frustrating when you see more tables open than occupied but assume it is because of a lack of servers. Food was brought out fairly quickly but was not the quality I have had at LongHorn previously. The steak was too tough despite being cooked perfectly.Parking: Plenty of parking.Kid-friendliness: Great kid menu.”
Cheap Eats
“We liked it. The place was adorable. Loved the atmosphere for sure. Wish they were a little more welcoming and explained the ordering process. Maybe specials or special lattes.etc...and to be fair many businesses are like that around the area. My husband's bagel was delicious. His smoothie was a little underwhelming. Had some chunks of ice and it was lacking favor. My crepe was ok. Well probably give it another try sometime.”
“I appreciate going to a Mexican restaurant and eating authentic Mexican food that's delicious ?. The lady's speak very little English, which makes me love the place more. Great lunch spot for SRS employees. You won't be disappointed.”
“Love this place! Very fresh food - great chile rellenos (always my measure), homemade corn tortillas, and a variety of other delish offerings. Best in Aiken and very reasonable!”
“This is truly a Mom and Pop hole in the wall place! Doesn't look like much from the outside and inside is sparse and that make you feel like family. The food was excellent. We had tacos, burrito and quesadilla, all were fantastic!”
“Kk is A1 ,Miichelle and the other young lady that usually works with Michelle are Awesome! Love the wings, Turkey club, fries, burgers wish they had a turkey burger. It's one of our favorite bars. The Johnsons ? ps fried mushrooms are ”
“OPEN MONDAYS! Just wanted to let people know, they are open on Mondays at least they're trying it, google may take its sweet time fixing the attempted hour change but it's a fantastic buisness, and I made sure to upload a cleaner newer menu as well!”
“Atmosphere like a 1970s country roadside hot dog stand.Very unique and charming. Cozy area to dine. Hurricane dog was exactly what I was looking for. One dollar brownie was the best brownie I've ever had at a restaurant. It was still warm from the oven.They also had baked spaghetti, a dish I love and can not often find for sale.Cool retro signs and retro TV shows playing on the television.”
“Food was on the better end of American Chinese food, service was great, and the atmosphere was also well above average. Prices were also very reasonable for the portions, all in all nice place.”
“Amazing experience! My order was taken by a brunette who was incredibly sweet. i only had to wait 3 minutes and 27 seconds and my food was in my hands! The young blonde lady who gave me my food was incredibly nice as well. Food was delicious! wish i could give it 6 stars.”
“The CREPE AUX CHAMPIGNONS is amazing as well as the onion soup and the fresh mozzarella sandwich. The service was a little lacking in checking on the patrons, but there seemed to be but one server working. I’m hoping they will hire another soon to help.”
“We always enjoy eating at Grumpy's. Good sandwiches, wings, tenders and sides. I don't drink, but my friends that do like the large selection of beers available.My favorite is their Chicken Tender Basket, with a side of onion rings. Large, tender, juicy chicken cooked perfectly! Delicious, and I dip them in BBQ or teriyaki sauce. My beautiful wife likes their generous sandwiches, with either Curly Fries or Fried Okra as a side.”
“Great location...just okay happy hour drink specials. Prime rib sandwich was not the best I have had, but a great alternative if you do not want a burger. Waffle fries were amazing.”
“FROM THE MOMENT ONE ENTERS THROUGH THE GREEN SCREEN DOOR IT IS THAT ONE IS TRANSPORTED BACK IN TIME TO AN AUTHENTIC DINER WITH ATTENTIVE SERVICE AND EXCELLENT CUISINE. THIS IS A LOCAL INSTITUTION THAT EMBODIES THE SPIRIT OF "POCKETS" CARTER AND CONTINUES TO MAKE HIM PROUD. ONE CANNOT VISIT AIKEN WITHOUT TAKING BREAKFAST AT THE TRACK KITCHEN.Vegetarian options: VEGETARIAN/VEGAN CHOICES EXIST.Dietary restrictions: THE COOK WILL ACCOMMODATE SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS.Parking: PARKING IS ABUNDANT.Kid-friendliness: KIDS ARE WARMLY WELCOMED! AND THE WALLS COVERED WITH HISTORIC PHOTOGRAPHS ARE CAPTIVATING.Wheelchair accessibility: THE FACILITY IS EASILY ACCESSED VIA WHEELCHAIR.”
“A Wednesday afternoon late lunch for four, comfortable seating and not loud, golfing-related memorabilia all around to use time while waiting for our food orders to be prepared. Wow, fresh whopping hamburgers and mahi-tacos were sooo good, all hot and all nicely presented. Good cold drinks/refreshing. Menu must be explored more…we WILL RETURN!I’ll have fish-n-chips next.”
“We love Maria's. But over the past 6+ months this has now become a tie. Great portions, options, taste. My fave: add potatoes to the carne asada burrito. Best burrito in town. Only feedback: the salsa is as bland as it gets. We add their habenero and salsa Verde to it. But yea -- all they gotta do is redo the salsa.”
“Casa Bella is fantastic. We have eaten at every other Italian restaurant in the area. They are the best. The food was delicious, the pasta and veal is the best. They are so patient and gracious. The prices match the quality of food and service. Tim was our waiter. He was fantastic.”
“The vibe was solid. There was louder music coming from a different vendor and that was drowning out the music that Takosushi was playing. The waitress seemed a little agitated at first but after a little while she was great. Drinks and food were amazing.”
“It was our first time there being we just moved to the area earlier this year. We absolutely loved everything about our night. Food, music, ambience, the staff. Everything was amazing!! It is our new favorite spot. We cannot wait to go back!! Already planning our next date night”
“Last night was our first time at Chili's in Aiken and we were not disappointed. Had a craving for hamburger but didn't want a fast food place. I had the mushroom, swiss burger and hubby had the old timer. We asked them to be cooked medium and they were. Mine was a 4 napkin burger and hubby's was a 3 napkin. French fries were also terrific. Food came out very quickly for how busy they were. Table and seats were clean. Turner was a perky, attentive server. We will be going back.”
“The hostess told us 4o minute wait for a party of seven. After an hour plus my phone buzzed telling me our table was ready. When I went to the hostess,Priscilla she told me I had said a party of five. I said I know how to count the number in our party. Finally a server came over and found seating for our party. After discussion with manager our entire meals for a party of 7 was on Outback’s. The manager and assistant mgr very nice and accommodating, This was true customer service and satisfaction. I will continue to visit Outback’s for this reason The food was delicious and Caden our waitress was very nice and helpful.”
“The place is not much of a looker but good food fun atmosphere.Parking: Crowded on weekendsWheelchair accessibility: 2 spots, people outside of the bar make comments but think their just drunk sitting in the sun.”
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“I have heard horror stories about some Burger Kings, but I'll tell you the one on York st. in Aiken Store #133794 was a very pleasant experience from the minute I walked in the door on May 28th at 8:30am until I left (I ate in). The women working the counter was smiling and super pleasant. There was a young man working on the floor (I believe he was cleaning up at the soda fountains) also giving friendly greetings and smiling. The place was spotless. I wish I could of left a review on the BK website, but my receipt had a survey code on the top and on the bottom both cut in half and I couldn't read the numbers needed to do the survey.”
“Was in there a couple of weeks ago for late lunch. It was good. Grill person asked us how it was. Told him great. However, the server that was in duty raked him over the coals for talking to us. She did this in front of customers. Very rude and unprofessional. There was nothing wrong with the cook asking us about it. Cooked to perfection and well liked. Server was out of line”
“The hostess told us 4o minute wait for a party of seven. After an hour plus my phone buzzed telling me our table was ready. When I went to the hostess,Priscilla she told me I had said a party of five. I said I know how to count the number in our party. Finally a server came over and found seating for our party. After discussion with manager our entire meals for a party of 7 was on Outback’s. The manager and assistant mgr very nice and accommodating, This was true customer service and satisfaction. I will continue to visit Outback’s for this reason The food was delicious and Caden our waitress was very nice and helpful.”
“Cant Say enough about this Jersey Mike's!!! I came back to N.Y. in april 2022 and can't wait to get back ? first place I'm gonna eat in the fall when I return”
“The best pizza in the csra. Their pizza is so good that I drove over an hour for a vesuvius. My craving started late Friday night. I didn't have time Saturday so I planned my Sunday around lunch at pizza di Napoli. Sunday morning was torture.. my toothpaste tasted like tender and juicy pepperoni, my coffee had the sharp but warm scent of a wood fire and my biscuit from McDonald's tasted like.... well we know what they taste like. The drive over to aiken took forever. We finally arrive I felt like a kid on Christmas morning ...that got coal in his stocking. Closed from the 18th -26th. I had checked the website and called and listened to the recording and and and.... I'll still give you five stars but you may not be getting a Christmas card this years.”
“My husband and I just lunched at diablos on whiskey road in Aiken. The service was fast and friendly and they did not skimp on the portions. The manager checked on us to see how our meal was and they kept the place swept and cleaned. We would recommend them to anyone.”
“Just ate here for my first time! From the time I walked in...i had a sense of down home southern welcome...Gentleman in charge was very nice and food was on point...loved the seasoning on corn on the Cobb...the fried shrimp was a home run hit! Prices were great! If only corporate run resturaunts would take notes from family owned places.I will return with Family and friends!”
“I had breakfast at the Aiken location for the first time (10-11-22). The banana pancakes were good. The wait was short, and our server Aja was funny and nice. She was great!”
“The food and service is amazing! Only one complaint there is no baby changing station in either one of the restrooms. My wife had to change our son‘s diaper on the floor in the bathroom. Please address the situation. Thank you for your outstanding service and awesome food!”
“The food was very good, service was good, but the background music was too loud It was hard to have a conversation when the music is distracting.”
“Love this place! Very fresh food - great chile rellenos (always my measure), homemade corn tortillas, and a variety of other delish offerings. Best in Aiken and very reasonable!”
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“Courtney was awesome very attentive and friendly.Awesome waitress the best I’ve had in awhile. We need more waitresses like her. Julia the manager spoke to me and was friendly and professional. I can tell Courtney and Julia care about their customers and that’s hard to find nowadays. I will be back and tell my friends about this awesome place to eat..”
“Duke's has always been my favorite BBQ in the area. My most recent visit was when we went as a large group on graduation day and they still were able to accommodate seating for us even though we didn't have reservations. The staff is very friendly and the best food!”
“I have heard horror stories about some Burger Kings, but I'll tell you the one on York st. in Aiken Store #133794 was a very pleasant experience from the minute I walked in the door on May 28th at 8:30am until I left (I ate in). The women working the counter was smiling and super pleasant. There was a young man working on the floor (I believe he was cleaning up at the soda fountains) also giving friendly greetings and smiling. The place was spotless. I wish I could of left a review on the BK website, but my receipt had a survey code on the top and on the bottom both cut in half and I couldn't read the numbers needed to do the survey.”
“Authentic pizza. People who rated it low are probably fat Americans. You’re supposed to eat Neapolitan with a fork and knife, but people don’t to know that. The New Haven style was great. Would have liked a little less olive oil on the pizza but still fantastic for the flavors.”
“The food was excellent the waitress was excellent I will tell people all about Metro to come and eat there cuz y'all's food is so excellent it's been it's clean it's friendly I just want to say thank you to Metro diner making everything so good and so friendlyParking: You'll need to have more space in between each car so other people can open up their car doors”
“In town for a wedding, and Taylor (bartender) took great care of us.Got the stuffed portobello and hummus with a few beers. Sweet location in the Alley.Will return!”
“The best pizza in the csra. Their pizza is so good that I drove over an hour for a vesuvius. My craving started late Friday night. I didn't have time Saturday so I planned my Sunday around lunch at pizza di Napoli. Sunday morning was torture.. my toothpaste tasted like tender and juicy pepperoni, my coffee had the sharp but warm scent of a wood fire and my biscuit from McDonald's tasted like.... well we know what they taste like. The drive over to aiken took forever. We finally arrive I felt like a kid on Christmas morning ...that got coal in his stocking. Closed from the 18th -26th. I had checked the website and called and listened to the recording and and and.... I'll still give you five stars but you may not be getting a Christmas card this years.”
“The CREPE AUX CHAMPIGNONS is amazing as well as the onion soup and the fresh mozzarella sandwich. The service was a little lacking in checking on the patrons, but there seemed to be but one server working. I’m hoping they will hire another soon to help.”
“My husband and I had brunch this morning. Everything was excellent. They have updated their menu from when they first opened and I appreciate that there are more normal yet updated breakfast choices. Prices are good. Service was OK. The ambiance is a bit more "urban" than I care for, but OK for a change. Highly recommend.”
“Service with a smile. Food was excellent.Preston..you are amazing...you will go places in the Lord..keep letting HIM shine rhrough you. She was so awesome and the rest of workers were a team.”
“Ate here last night with my family. Wasn't greeted just stared at until I said something. Did come close to closing but close isn't closed. The food was pretty good. Calamari was a little chewy. My snow crab was good I could have went hotter.My husband really enjoyed the oyster po boy. The veggie plate for my kids was tasty as well.The waitress was nice and kept our drinks full. They started mopping the entress while customers were still inside and my daughter slipped and hurt her knee. I'm undecided if I would eat here again.”
“First time there and I went for lunch. Got the Reuben and my daughter got the club. Really good and fresh. Service left a little to be desired as the person at the front was not very hospitable. Otherwise the food was good and fairly priced.”
“They were a little slow with tables..they said it was due to shift change..but it wasn't really alot of people in there to have people to wait 20 minutes to be seat them..but other than that the food was good for the price..we came here to Celebrate My Mommy 67th Birthday ?”
“We always enjoy eating at Grumpy's. Good sandwiches, wings, tenders and sides. I don't drink, but my friends that do like the large selection of beers available.My favorite is their Chicken Tender Basket, with a side of onion rings. Large, tender, juicy chicken cooked perfectly! Delicious, and I dip them in BBQ or teriyaki sauce. My beautiful wife likes their generous sandwiches, with either Curly Fries or Fried Okra as a side.”
“I had breakfast at the Aiken location for the first time (10-11-22). The banana pancakes were good. The wait was short, and our server Aja was funny and nice. She was great!”
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“We decided to stop by for lunch and enjoy a flight and some food. I had the grilled chicken sandwich, and my husband had the burger. We tried the Good Girl Stout, Backyard Beer, SRB Cider, and SRB swamp thing. All were nice and refreshing. I am looking forward to enjoying this space and a cold brew again in the near future.”
“We ordered 3 personal pizzas, 1 chicken wedge, 2 loaded baked taters. Personal pizzas-kinda dry and not enough cheese for ANYONES personal pizza. The crust on the pizza was well seasoned. It tasted good besides being dry and barely any cheese. The wedge tasted good but there was really nothing to it. They skimpy as he- - with the toppings I mean what's the point of eating a pizza crust if there's nothing on it. I'm saying if your going to sell it.....make it delicious,satisfying to the eye and satisfying to the taste! The baked potatoes where just okay. I dunno just seemed bland maybe it was the mild cheddar. I usually use super sharp cheese. So in a nut shell the food was only fine it didn't blow us away or anything seemed like kids working there was just doing minimal work like trying to not run out of toppings to have to refill the topping station. So in turn my order seemed weak and lite. Customer service was just fine I tried talking to each one in the kitchen and then as the whole group no one even smiled except the young man at the register and it was a nervous smile. The rest just looked confused as to why I was speaking to them.”
“I went there for my retirement luncheon. They were very accommodating for 15 people. Some arrived a little late, the staff took their order a served quickly. I suggest this place anytime for an event like this.”