Want to know where to get the best comfort food in Macon? Check out these 12 restaurants
Fried chicken, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, hearty soups, seafood and let’s not forget: the bread.
The South surely has some of the best comfort food spots around and this is certainly true in Macon. But if you’re having trouble picking just one to dine at in Macon, we’ve rounded up a list for you.
Here are the 12 comfort food restaurants to try in Macon:
H&H
Address: 807 Forsyth St., Macon, GA 31201
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “Amazing food, friendly service, and a really cool historic atmosphere,” said Zane on Google.
What to order: Fried catfish, beef tips and rice, french toast, egg rolls, mashed potatoes, sweet tea
587 Southern Cuisine
Address: 344 2nd St., Macon, GA 31201
Rating: 3.7 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “Everything was great, a hidden gem. Customer Service was superb,” said Snapper on Google.
What to order: Biscuit sausage sandwich, mac and cheese, collards
The Bears Den
Address: 1191 Oglethorpe St., Macon, GA 31201
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “A great little down to earth mom and pop restaurant. The food was great, hot and fresh,” said Lee on Google.
What to order: Mac and cheese, fried chicken, chicken and dumplings, beef tips, banana pudding
Gigi’s Comfort Food
Address: 103 Manor Ct., Warner Robins, GA 31088
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars on Yelp
Review: “Gigi’s Comfort Food is delicious. Love going there as the staff is very friendly and grateful to have you dine with them. If you haven’t tried it, you are missing out,” said Stephanie on Yelp.
What to order: Catfish, fries, pork chop, fried okra, mac and cheese
Patti’s Kitchen
Address: 101 GA-49, Macon, GA 31211
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “The food was delicious and prepared with love,” said Samantha on Google Reviews.
What to order: Fried pork chops, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes
The Rookery
Address: 543 Cherry St., Macon, GA 31201
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars on Yelp
Review: “The customer service, food, and atmosphere are always above standard! I love the variety of food and good recommendations from employees. The food has never disappointed,” said Kaylee on Yelp.
What to order: Any burger on the menu, any milkshake, fried mushrooms, chicken tenders, soul rolls
Dawson’s Kitchen
Address: 3360 Brookdale Ave., Macon, GA 31204
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “Love, love, love this place! Everything we had so far tasted phenomenal. So good that we went two days straight,” said Vivian on Google Reviews.
What to order: Baked or fried chicken, collards, corn bread, mac and cheese, rolls
Jeneane’s at Pinebrook
Address: 4436 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “Great southern home cooking with generous portions and extremely friendly as well as accommodating staff make eating here a pleasure.” said Jeremy on Google Reviews.
What to order: Turkey and dressing, chicken tenders, pork chops, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, fried okra, cream corn
Kudzu Seafood Company
Address: 512 Poplar St., Macon, GA 31201
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “It’s not my first rodeo here! I’ve loved this place ever since my first visit! Amazing service, amazing food, amazing staff and atmosphere,” said a user going by King Crayzee J on Google Reviews.
What to order: Shrimp, crab, jam pups, chicken bites, shrimp and cheese grits, salmon burger, gumbo
South Macon Diner
Address: 3297 Houston Ave., Macon, GA 31206
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “The salmon patties were the best I’ve had in my 50+ years,” said Jason on Google Reviews.
What to order: Salmon patties, sausage egg biscuit, fried fish, french toast
Fried Green Tomatoes Macon
Address: 103 Riverside Pkwy., Macon, GA 31210
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “I can’t stay out of this place and can’t get just one plate. Amazing food, consistency and fantastic prices! 10 out of 10 experience and highly recommend,” said Tonya on Google Reviews.
What to order: Catfish, fried chicken, wings, meatloaf, fried green tomatoes, potato salad
Parish on Cherry
Address: 580 Cherry St., Macon, GA 31201
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars on Google
Review: “Loved the aesthetic/theme, the live music and the menu options. The service was excellent,” said Shakiemah on Google Reviews.
What to order: French toast, crab cakes, gator bites, any po’boy sandwich, seafood pasta
Which comfort food restaurant is your favorite in Macon and why? Let me know in the comments or email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com
