J & L Buffet

$ • Buffet

Hours:
1119 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Athens
(706) 353-3663

About J & L Buffet

J & L Buffet offers a warm and welcoming dining experience with a focus on home-style Southern food. The restaurant features an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet priced at $15 or $15.90 if paying with a card, with popular dishes including meatloaf, fried chicken, pork chops, and catfish. Guests enjoy a variety of flavorful vegetables like green beans, creamed corn, salads, slaw, and beets. The desserts, especially banana pudding and peach cobbler, are highly praised. The food is described as good, flavorful, and reminiscent of homemade meals, making it a favorite stop for travelers and locals alike. The staff is friendly, helpful, and has been serving for many years, contributing to the restaurant's character. The setting is cozy, and the service is outstanding, with some noting the place has a long-standing tradition and a second-generation ownership. Overall, J & L Buffet is appreciated for its hearty food, friendly atmosphere, and reasonable prices, making it a perfect spot for those seeking comfort food in a casual environment.

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J & L Buffet Reviews

4.5
151 ratings
Restaurantji Rating
5
69%
4
15%
3
8%
2
2%
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6%
Food
4.7
Atmosphere
4.0
Service
4.5

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Restaurantji Rating

If you want food like your mama cooked this is your place!

Amazing food and amazing people

The food is amazing and so is the staff! My go to place at least once a week! Hot, fresh and always plenty of options to choose from! Keep up the great work guys! ❤️

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Hours

Monday 10:30AM - 2PM
Tuesday 10:30AM - 2PM
Wednesday 10:30AM - 2PM
Thursday 10:30AM - 2PM
Friday 10:30AM - 2PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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