50 Best American Restaurants near Oakwood

“Great fast and friendly service!“

“If you’ve had a bad experience I’d like to welcome you to come see me on 3rd shift and I’d hope to change your mind. every shift here has improved tremendously and we would be happy to have a second chance at making an amazing experience for you and your family.😁“

“10 out of 10. One of the best burgers we have had! Loaded potato salad, DELICIOUS! Banana Bread Pudding parfait was amazing! Definitely try this place out!“

“Original menus that change daily, or there about. Every time I visit Georgia I get Rico’s for dinner. Food is always delicious and the flavors are original. Truly the chef’s restaurant! It’s usually a yearly birthday thing also. I appreciate his use of fresh local ingredients and his support of local growers. We can all pay it forward when we start with the best ingredients and intentions. It’s a good thing…..“

“Aqua Terra never fails to wow! We eat there often, but they really went above and beyond to make our son's rehearsal dinner perfect in every way. We could not have been more pleased with every aspect of the evening. Kelsea coordinated seemlessly with me every step of the way via e-mail. There is a significant food allergy concern with our daughter-in-law and she made sure that had been communicated well in advance to every member of the team. The downstairs room was set up exactly as expected with thoughtfulness and attention to detail. Our two servers were outstanding from the moment we arrived to decorate until the last of us left the building at the end of a wonderful night.The food, of course, was delicious from appetizers to main courses to desserts. Everyone raved about the entire evening! I highly recommend Aqua Terra for any meal you can enjoy there, but truly, they put this special night for the bride and groom over the top!“

“One of the Best Huddle Houses Around“

“AMAZING service ! And even better connections ! Greeted with warm smiles and great food ! Our family stop every Sunday ♥️☺️“

“Stopped by after a busy day of shopping. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Our server Taylor did a really good job. No long wait for food to arrive. She was good about checking in with us to make sure we were happy.“

“Christy catered our wedding reception and words cannot describe how satisfied we are! We told her the style of our wedding and she created a menu based on the price range we wanted and everybody loved it. The desserts were delicious as well and she did a great job with our cake too.“

“The best food and drinks on the square 🥰“

“I love the vibes here and all the staff are so kind and friendly. Great place to hang out and chill for a bit with a great cup of coffee :)“

“Everything at Antebellum was really good. We tried several different dishes, and honestly, every single one was excellent 5🌟. The flavors were outstanding, the presentation was beautiful, and the quality was consistent across every plate. Definitely a place worth visiting if you’re looking for a great dining experience.“

“Sophia Carr was absolutely amazing! She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed from the moment we sat down. She had such a positive attitude, checked on us regularly without being overbearing, and made our whole experience at Pig Tales & Fish Tales even better. The food was great, but Sophia’s outstanding service is what really stood out. If you get the chance, definitely ask for her—you won’t be disappointed!“

“Home of the butter burger. This family friendly restaurant also features premium meals such as the jumbo shrimp dinner that I ate, various sandwiches such as a reuben and various desserts.“

“Wing and Burger Factory is a hidden gem that deserves all the praise it can get. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with the mouthwatering aroma of freshly cooked wings and burgers that sets the tone for an unforgettable meal. The menu is packed with options that cater to every craving, whether you’re in the mood for perfectly seasoned wings or a juicy, flavorful burger.

The wings at Wing and Burger Factory are a standout. They offer an incredible variety of sauces and rubs, from classic Buffalo to unique flavors you won’t find anywhere else. The wings are always cooked to perfection—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and generously coated in sauce. No matter what flavor you choose, you’re in for a treat.

Their burgers are just as impressive. Each one is crafted with high-quality ingredients, and you can taste the difference. The patties are juicy and flavorful, cooked just the way you like them, and the toppings are always fresh and abundant. Whether you’re going for a classic cheeseburger or something more adventurous, you won’t be disappointed.

What really makes Wing and Burger Factory stand out is the attention to detail and the quality of the food. Every item on the menu feels thoughtfully crafted and bursting with flavor. The service is friendly and efficient, making the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish.

If you’re a fan of wings, burgers, or just great food in general, Wing and Burger Factory is a must-visit. It’s the kind of place that you’ll keep coming back to, eager to try everything on the menu. Highly recommended!“

“we came in town for a meeting for some WWE stuff and made our way to your place the name was what cought us. we had a young girl by the name of Averanna 5 out of 5 knock out service Mahalo“

“Excellent food paired with excellent service!“

“Great place for large groups! The service is good. The atmosphere is noisy when they’re busy so it’s difficult to hear others at your table if you’re more than one person away at the table. I had the chicken pecan salad, which was delicious.“

“The best BBQ, brisket, and chicken I’ve had in as many years as I can think. Their slaw and Mac-n-cheese was spot-on as well. Very friendly folks with fast service. Prices are reasonable.“

“Stopped in at Fishtales for a quick bite to eat before heading to a concert over at Lake Lanier Islands. The food and atmosphere here are always great. The Baja Tacos were good (not really too much heat), and the shrimp and scallop skewers over the cilantro rice were a great special. We highly recommend it.“

“Absolutely the best burgers I have had in a long time. Great service too. Will be back again and again!!“

“Went here for breakfast a few weeks ago. The atmosphere was pretty chill for a late morning. Ordered plate of biscuits and gravy with red hot sausage and an orange juice. The gravy was smooth and warm with the red hot giving a good amount of spice. Very curious to see what else was offered, I returned a few days later to get a burger to go as is advertised on their sign up front. The burger was surprisingly juicy and delicious. What even more surprising was learning that Mama Ruth’s has been around since 1975! With a diverse menu and friendly customer service, I can see why it has continued to thrive.“

“Hard to find this experience less than 100% whenever you go there. We love Bleu cheese with our filet and when the steak was delivered, we realized we hadn't requested it (our mistake), the team delivered in less than 5 minutes and made us extremely happy

Y'all have a great relationship among your kitchen, wait staff, and front of house. It shows and your customers appreciate it!“

“Great little spot and very fast service. Got the bacon double cheese burger and it was very, very good! Best part, it was cheaper than some crappy Ronald M burger! Been here twice and it was great both times. Gotta try their breakfast next!“

“The food was really good. The experience was great too. Carolyn was our host and went out of her way to make us feel welcome. Ashley was our server and she did a good job giving us her recommendations and making sure all our needs were met.“

“For me - this is the best restaurant on Lake Lanier. Love the Buffalo chicken pizza - just add bacon. The salmon BLT is so tasty, too. Hard to go wrong at Twisted Oar.“

“The food here is always excellent. I am a repeated customer I have not had a bad dish yet. My favorite dish is the eggs christopher its the best Benedict around. Grits are always good, avacado is fresh. The servers are always nice and attentive.“

“One of the best burgers around. Loved every bite. The extra price for fries should be more than a small handful. But the burger was amazing. Will be back for sure soon.“

“So glad to ha e a change of taste in this area, you can literally smell the goodnessGets even better when you try some of the dishes, my favorite is the oxtail so tender and flavorful. Highly recommend passing by ,it gets busy so call ahead if you can“

“Excellent atmosphere. Very good and affordable options. Manager came by many tables to ask if everyone was doing okay and if their bill was fine. The waitress checked on us multiple time to refill our drink. Both of us left satisfied for $50 which is hard to find. 4.6 out of 5. (Wasn't too fond of the queso or marinara) Overall great place to eat.“

“Went for the first time today. I had the fried shrimp and my son had the queso chicken. Both were excellent. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was excellent. We will definitely be back!“

“We went to try the 1/2 price wings.. Kayla the bartender was amazing.. the wings.. were Fantastic! Tried 2 Feb special flavors, 2 menu flavors.. loved them all.. atmosphere was great.. I was a little taken back by the cost of my Jameson on the rocks.. (single pour) $16 I did inquire thinking well drinks would be less, $15. Little bit pricey for liquor but definitely recommend.“

“Very crispy wings 😋. I don't typically eat this, but this is my guilty pleasure. I love the extra spicy wings and lemon pepper wings. The fries are also extra crispy. Idk where this location will moved to when the mall shutsdown. The wings are affordable and delicious. I hope they relocate somewhere near.“

“10/10 great experience, ask for Alec as a server! Good food, good prices, great service.“

“Ate there for the first time this morning. Got a BEC biscuit that wasn't huge, but decent sized. It was good, not great. Got a SEC croissant that was average sized and it was good, not great. However, the cinnamon roll was phenomenal. It was still hot by the time I got home to eat it. Very flavorful. Granted, I didn't dine in, I went through the drive-thru. Overall, a solid experience, and I will be back.“

“1000/10! This place is always amazing! But today especially! Whoever took my order for Carly(Turkey Burger, Philly and wings)(7/6 @ 4:00ish) needs a raise! And whoever cooked it needs a double raise!!!! MY GOODNESS! Absolutely perfect! Chefs kiss! Thank you!!!“

“That was the best Turkey I’ve ever had!!!! The smoked turkey breast was the most moist turkey I’ve ever put in my mouth. Even the next day after heating it up in the microwave. I will definitely order again next year! Zero complaints 100% compliments!“

“We love Pelican Pete’s great for date night or just a casual relaxing lunch. It’s on the water so it’s perfect. The people there are so great and the food is wonderful.!!!! And yes, the drinks are yummy too 💜😍🔥“

“I stumbled upon this place and I'm so glad I did! You wouldn’t expect a wings and burger joint to serve amazing bulgogi bowls, but all their Korean dishes are delicious. The dumplings are fantastic, and the marinated cucumbers are a must-try. I live in Cleveland and make the drive to Dawsonville just to eat here. The father-son duo running the place is incredibly nice and welcoming. You should definitely check them out!“

“Stopped by for dinner last night. Delicious burger cooked to perfection with thick slices of bacon , fried pickles as well as a new house appetizer of empanadas . Had a blast sitting outside and hanging out with friends . Also was shocked at how affordable everything is! One of the few places left where you can order a burger and it comes with fries at no extra cost. Great place to go to after a day at the lake. Will be returning !“

“I stopped for my first time here and ordered a 10 hot wing with fried rice. The young lady ask if I wanted yummy sauce for the rice. Of course I got to containers and I paid for it later. Lol. My blood sugar went through the roof but the food was amazing. I will be back at this place. My brother had a friend who stop by and ask my brother if he has ever eaten there and was talking about how good they were. And he was telling the truth. It was amazing. So if you never been this is a must try place it will not disappoint you at all. Thank you for such great food and amazing service. I'm not sure what the young girl name is but she was awesome as well. She smiled the whole time taking my order. Thank you for that. That makes everyones day.“

“Its a fun and good place to go eat!“

“We went at about 10:30 am on a saturday. I got the sweet breakfast plate and my husband got a steak torta. The breakfast plate was pretty good and was a lot of food. The biscuit was nice and fluffy. I wasn’t a big fan of the coffee but my husband liked it. Now the torta my husband got looked amazing, I didn’t try it but my husband said it was one of the best he has had. The sandwich was big enough that he split it and saved the other half for later. I think next time I would try the chilaquiles!“

“The food is always amazing“

“Boneless ham spiral sliced“

“We just tried place out for the first time and loved it! The Atmosphere is so cozy and quaint. I honestly felt like I was in an episode of Cheers! Everyone at the bar seemed to know each other, and to be having a great time!

Our waitress was informative and personable! The food was delicious and was served in a very reasonable time. The drinks were excellent! We will definitely be back!!“

“I had not eaten at Wayback since they had issues with a failed inspection a while back, but always enjoyed their good Carolina burger. Went back yesterday for the first time, and found that the burger is smaller, with prefab formed patties. While the chips were very good….I was disappointed with the burger based on previous experience. Sad because previously the Carolina was a great burger. Not sure if I will go back after this change.“

“I absolutely love coming to this location!! From day ONE Tosha took our order, and she has remembered our whole entire order by memory every single time !! She does not slip a beat , she is why we come here because she is so friendly and her service is absolutely a 10 + !! I can not speak more highly of anyone than her , she is the kinda person who actually cares about her job and her customers!! What an amazing person you have working for you , I definitely would be so thankful if I could have her at my company !! She is absolutely one in a million !!“

“I took my Mom here for smashburger, fries, chicken enchilada soup, drink $12. Meal was great however I could not drink the water or lemonade it tasted awful! Please copy Chic-fil-a's filter system🙏“

“We have been traveling for the past few months from NC to Atlanta to the Shepherd Center to see family. We found this little jewel early on and always stop now. Hannah is an ah-mazing waitress and even though we don’t come often, remembers us and our drinks. Great food and true hometown feeling. Wish we lived closer!“