Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Central Georgia

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Central Georgia? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cadwalladers Cafe

4.9

4.9 (976)

$31 to $50

American

Martinez

About the restaurant

Locally owned and operated restaurant that offers an American cuisine with extensive bar and wine selection. We also offer a private dining room for all your business and social needs

Top review

Shianna

Dined 2 days ago

My husband and I went here to celebrate our first anniversary and it was absolutely amazing! The staff, the food, the wine. The owner kept checking on us and the other guests which I thought was very nice. Our waitress was amazing! He introduced us to a new favorite wine and checked on us constantly. This place is worth visiting!

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Chocolate Cake Ice Cream

Bianca's

4.9

4.9 (258)

$31 to $50

Italian

Albany

About the restaurant

Bianca's Restaurant is fine dining in Northwest Albany offering pasta, steak, seafood, pizza and more. The menu offers mouthwatering everyday options along with amazing daily specials created by our talented chef. The dessert menu is tempting to anyone with or without a sweet tooth, it's just that good! The cozy, upscale atmosphere paired with the extensive wine list makes you feel like you aren't in South Georgia, but the friendly staff reminds you that you are and definitely makes you feel like family!

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Holly

Dined 7 days ago

I have been to Bianca’s 4 times now and have enjoyed it every time! I can’t say enough about it. You have to try it…. especially the baked spaghetti! It is exceptional!

Abel Brown

4.9

4.9 (2561)

$50 and over

Southern

West Augusta

About the restaurant

Abel Brown is a southern kitchen & oyster bar nestled in Surrey Center in Augusta, Ga. The name, much like our menu, is a nod to and celebration of our blended cultural roots. Authentic, yet refined, our ingredient-driven dishes are prepared and served with thought and respect. We pair clean and modern Southern cuisine with the charm & tradition reserved for high company.

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JohnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Not our first visit to Abel Brown and certainly not our last. The staff is off charts making you feel very comfortable and food was delicious. Looking forward to our next visit.

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4.8

4.8 (1196)

$30 and under

American

Summerville

About the restaurant

Excellent cold water oysters/Baked oysters specials/woodfire grilled steaks and burgers/fresh seafood/fresh craft cocktails/extensive beer list/private dining for parties
BETWEEN APRIL 2-APRIL 9 PLEASE CALL 706.922.1501 FOR RESERVATIONS FROM 3:00-4:30

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Sean

Dined 2 days ago

The food and atmosphere are perfect for a celebratory dinner. Our service was outstanding. Very friendly.

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Popular dish

Baked Oysters

Emmy Squared Pizza - Athens

4.9

4.9 (82)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Athens

About the restaurant

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

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Jeanne

Dined 6 days ago

We were seated right away and our server was just the right amount attentive. The pizza was phenomenal as was the cauliflower although the portion size was a little on the small side. Nice selection of beer. It was a very nice meal enjoyed in a timely manner.

Cucina 503

4.8

4.8 (1105)

$30 and under

Italian

Martinez

About the restaurant

Chef Edward Mendoza, the owner of Kitchen 1454, is proud to open his second restaurant: Cucina 503. Italian food & wine.

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Karleen

Dined 2 days ago

We had never tried this restaurant but wanted Italian food so after looking at reviews, we decided to make a reservation. We had a 5:30 reservation and were seated as soon as we arrived. Our server was Garrett. He was fantastic with recommendations for wine and entrees. The bread was brought to our table warm with two butter options, plain and balsamic. Our salads were fantastic! Perfectly dressed. Our entrees were very large (hubby had Angel hair pasta with meat sauce and meatballs, I had eggplant Parmesan with Angel hair pasta, great leftovers for today 😊). We ended with dessert. I had decaf coffee (they couldn’t do decaf cappuccino) with my panna cotta, my husband had bomboloni. We will definitely return!

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Popular dish

Lasagna Rustica

Frog Hollow Tavern

4.8

4.8 (4653)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown Augusta

About the restaurant

Preferred time not available? Call us at 706-364-6906

Chef Sean A. Wight’s vision of an affordable yet stylish dining and social club is born in Frog Hollow Tavern. Located on the 1200 block of Broad Street, the space is a modern “Restaurant meets Bar” where a diverse crowd of people enjoy the company of others paired with a comfortable atmosphere, detailed service, and exquisite affordable cuisine.
Expect a dinner menu that features a substantial amount of local and regionally grown seasonal quality ingredients, and menu that offers unique libations, which encourages an active and lively upscale bar scene.
The wine list that boasts over a hundred value driven wines has a focus on sustainable, organic, or bio-dynamic practices. The bar also features a diverse offering of Scotches, Cognacs, Bourbons, and Vodkas, and includes many great classic and seasonal cocktails, all made with freshly squeezed juices and homemade mixes.

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RandyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Our second trip here. Each time the food was fabulous and received service that matched. I would recommend this restaurant

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Popular dish

Wild Maine Mussels

Mom & Dad's Italian Restaurant- Thomasville

4.6

4.6 (125)

$30 and under

Italian

Thomasville

About the restaurant

Mom and Dad's Italian Restaurant is a small, family-owned and run Italian restaurant in Thomasville, Georgia. We consider ourselves a casual-fine dining and family atmosphere in which everyone can feel comfortable and find something to eat and drink. We've been a purveyor of traditional, house-made Italian cuisine in Thomasville since 1977. Our menu features classic Italian dishes ranging from spaghetti with house-made marinara or beef ragú and house-made fettuccine and lasagna to fresh fish and steaks. Our restaurant features a full bar serving beer, wine, and liquor, including craft cocktails, as well as a porch with limited seating. We also have a Bakery with a commercial kitchen in which all of our desserts are made including a variety of cheesecakes, tiramisu, and cannoli. We treat our guests like family and we look forward to serving you!

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Kristi

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

Great Italian food!! Food tasty very good. Service was outstanding!

Osteria Olio

4.8

4.8 (273)

$30 and under

Italian

Athens

About the restaurant

Osteria Olio offers a refined dining experience in Athens, focusing on modern Italian cuisine infused with a Southern perspective. The establishment prides itself on serving regionally inspired dishes alongside creative cocktails and a notable selection of wines. The ambiance is characterized by beautiful design and warm hospitality, creating an inviting and lively atmosphere for all patrons. The menu at Osteria Olio is crafted to honor local growers and purveyors, with a seasonal emphasis on made-from-scratch pastas, pizzas, and antipasti. Accompanying these dishes is an impressive Italian wine list and a variety of creative cocktails, ensuring a diverse and satisfying culinary experience for guests.

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Alan

Dined 6 days ago

First time visiting the dining room. We have been before for drinks and pizza at the bar. Another wonderful experience From start to finish, everything was top notch! The hostess was cordial and quickly seated us and took our beverage order. The staff was attentive. Our server, Thomas, was knowledgeable and helpful. The beverages and food were exceptional! And the dessert, 😳

California Dreaming - Augusta

4.7

4.7 (792)

$30 and under

American

National Hills

About the restaurant

California Dreaming serves a mix of hearty American classics in a large family-friendly atmosphere. What sets us apart from the rest is that every dish is fresh and prepared from scratch daily, including notable favorites, like the California Dreaming Salad, Nachos and fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs. Additional features: patio seating + online ordering with curbside pick-up.

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Carl

Dined 1 day ago

Everything was excellent from start to finish. Wonderful service and we will definitely be back soon.

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