Restaurants near Sandersville

“Arrived at 12, at 12:15 they took our order for two lunch specials. 12:45 we asked how much longer it would be. After checking, "Unfortunately, I don't know what happened to your ticket & she's cleared away everything for the lunch special." We reordered & at 1:15 we had lunch. I ordered the patty melt & asked if it had sautéed onions..."yes." The onions were chopped (see photo,) barely cooked & crunchy. This was my second time to visit Sam's. I'm hoping this is not the norm!”

“Absolutely worst ever! Do not recommend. Slow service and cold food.”

“Favorite coffee shop in Laurel, hands down! Wes and his crew are so friendly, and the coffee is perfect.”

“Food was delicious…shrimp po boy for the win! Looking forward to trying the catfish next time as my friend finished her plate! And my hubby had plenty of options as well as a NON seafood eater. And I almost forgot about the trolly right outside that serves ice cream! This place is clean inside and out! Obviously I was impressed! ??”

“The food was great!!! We are passing through from Chattanooga TN to Port Sulfur LA with our boat in tow. It happened to be lunchtime as we were passing through. We noticed most of the places to eat were in town and not really with good reviews. We noticed this place on our maps and decided it was the best place to try out. I'm so glad we did!! Everyone working was super nice. The establishment is very clean. The food was amazing. I ordered a pulled pork salad. Their ranch is homemade. The salad was more than I could eat. My husband ordered at 2, meat plate. I nibbled off of his plate to try out the half chicken and brisket. Omg, AMAZING!! My husband's lucky I was enjoying my salad so much. I had half a mind to take over his plate. Haha, Happy Wife, Happy life.
It's worth the stopp!! We will add it to our places to stop in again when passing through.

Parking: Parking is great if you are pulling a trailer or boat. Easy to get back to the interstate.”

“Went for lunch today with a coworker and HIGHLY recommend! Loved the food and the atmosphere, we will be back!”

“❤️me and my family love the Last Dragon”

“This was a must have in laurel. The biscuits and gravy was to die for. The cinnamon rolls taste like heaven. The bacon is like none you have ever had. Mr. Peter was so hospitable to my new husband and I on our honeymoon. Can’t recommend enough.”

“I love it was a great it was a five star restaurant you shod go you need to try the pupas”

“Everything was perfect. The shrimp and grits were the best I’ve ever had! Cadence was THE BEST server ever! We will be back!!!! 5 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Super cute!! My boys and I loved it and huge props for the color changing spoons!!! They were a hit!!”

“Great food! The Red Fish meal and the Roast Beef PoBoy are delicious.”

“It is a very clean restaurant. The people are friendly and the food is amazing.”

“Food was great, service was okay. Staff was polite for the most part, sorta of disengaged. The atmosphere was great until the music started to play super loud! I’m not against music, but I think it should be to a moderate level.”

“We ate there Tuesday and service was excellent. Our server was awesome. Her name was Phoebe she was so helpful and just genuinely nice.”

“First time to eat at Laurel Firehouse Subs. Nice clean location, friendly staff, big selection of subs, and food was delicious”

“Jackson at Raising Canes Laurel has exceptional customer service and is so kind! Wonderful experience, great staff... I really appreciate his help in going out of his way to locate a lost item and return it to us. Jackson deserves a raise!”

“We hung out there last night.. Some of the nicest people I’ve ever met. No b.s….. truly a beautiful space and cool vibe…. The bartenders were cool and welcoming the music was AMAZING and the people were all kind interesting and authentic. I met people who displayed class, kindness, inclusion and generosity. It made me sad to leave!!”

“Food was great and the staff were so friendly. I will definitely be back !”

“I ordered menudo to go. Flavor was good however serving was full of hoof bones and only 6 pieces of tripe. I would recommend adding yellow hominy to the pot and send a couple warm corn tortillas along.”

“Good BBQ, something different for a change. Super friendly folks.”

“Great place to get your classic cheeseburger and fries. The food came out fast and fresh. The fries were crispy and hot. The burger was massive and juicy. Highly recommend this place and I would come back.”

“Everything they sell is good, but the queso birria tacos are my favorite!”

“Great place to stay when visiting Laurel! Jennifer and John are wonderful hosts, friendly and helpful while providing a very comfortable and charming atmosphere. The beds are very comfortable, the rooms are cozy and clean. Nice location that's easy to walk to the downtown stores and restaurants. The breakfasts are simply awesome! I highly recommend staying here!

Rooms: Very cozy, nicely decorated with very comfortable beds

Nearby activities: Many stores and restaurants within walking distance

Food & drinks: Incredible breakfasts!”

“All food was excellent. Large portions.”

“I've been going here since I was a little girl. Everyone is always so polite. Food is always so good, too.

Kid-friendliness: The rowdy kids absolutely do not bother them.

Wheelchair accessibility: Every chair and booth is wheelchair accessible”

“Just got back. Great food, service, and clean. Reasonable priced. Would recommend pic2. My pic 2 was half green salad, half black Angus sandwich. Outstanding food. Sweet tea is a must.”

“Tucked away in the heart of Laurel, Edgar’s Steakhouse serves up a classic Southern steakhouse experience with a few elevated surprises. On a recent visit, I had the chance to sample a bit of what this local favorite has to offer, and while there were a few minor missteps, the overall experience was satisfying.

I started with the sautéed crab claws, a promising appetizer that showcased fresh Gulf flavor. The claws were generously portioned and sautéed with a bold hand. While the taste was there, a few of the claws were a bit on the tough side, and the dish leaned a little heavy on the onion—just enough to slightly overwhelm the delicate sweetness of the crab. A touch more balance could’ve taken this dish from good to great.

For the entrée, I went with the ribeye burger, paired with steak fries. Simply put, the burger was a highlight. Cooked to absolute perfection, it was juicy, flavorful, and had a wonderfully rich beefiness. The real star here, though, was the bacon jam—sweet, smoky, and just the right amount of indulgent. It added a depth of flavor that elevated the whole bite.

The steak fries, while hearty and crisp, weren’t quite my style. They were thick-cut and golden, but seemed to have stayed in the fryer a bit too long, making them overly crunchy on the outside and edging toward dry inside. That said, fry lovers who enjoy a serious crunch might feel differently.

Final verdict: Edgar’s delivers on its promise of quality meats and hearty Southern flavors. With a few tweaks—particularly in balancing flavors and fine-tuning texture—this could be one of Laurel’s best-kept secrets. The burger alone is worth coming back for.”

“Love the home-cooked food and friendly staff. Definitely stop if traveling through Mississippi. Great filling home-cooked food for under $10.00 including drink. Better than Pearl's Diner in Laurel Mississippi”

“Popcorn shrimp are always over cooked and are like eating little rocks. Steamed shrimp are very difficult to peel to the point I won't even order them anymore. So unless I want chicken strips or fish slivers and cold Fry's and hard hush puppies I won't stop on the few times it is open. Now with that said the girls working the counter are super nice and friendly but the food needs a little help.”