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Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Central Georgia

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems 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!


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4.9
4.9 (2697)
$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.
Top review
Adam
Dined 6 days ago
Fabulous experience for our group. I’m sure we were the loud ones with a group of 12, but thank you for hosting a wonderful Oyster Experience. My customer and my teammates really enjoyed dinner!
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4.9
4.9 (1012)
$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
Ronald
Dined 2 days ago
Incredible food. Food that is unique to Cadwalladers Café! The risotto is a standout with incredible mushrooms! Great wine, beer amd liqour selection. Yummy desserts too. Thank you to all the satff that work together to make a great experience.
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4.8
4.8 (1303)
$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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JoshuahVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Great meal celebrating my wife’s graduation. Staff was awesome, our waitress was fantastic. Thank you to her
A photo of Frog & the Hen restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1121)
$30 and under
American
Martinez
About the restaurant
Featuring seasonal, organic side dishes; Joyce Farms all natural, antibiotic and hormone-free chicken
Top review
KimberleyVIP
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Nice inviting atmosphere! Food is so good!! And the customer service top tier! Make sure you get their mimosas.
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4.8
4.8 (309)
$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!
Top review
Kimberly
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
We had Father’s Day brunch, and is was amazing as always.
A photo of Emmy Squared Pizza - Athens restaurant
4.7
4.7 (106)
$30 and under
Pizzeria
Athens
About the restaurant
Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

Top review
Alan
Dined 3 days ago
We always have a great time here! Just learned last night about upsizing the pizza. Worked great for a party of 4.
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4.6
4.6 (1147)
$30 and under
Italian
Martinez
About the restaurant
Cucina 503 is a chef-driven Italian restaurant located in Martinez, GA, known for fresh, seasonal dishes made from scratch. Led by local chef Edward Mendoza, the menu blends classic Italian flavors with Southern hospitality—featuring handmade pasta, wood-fired entrees, curated wines, and craft cocktails in a relaxed, welcoming space. By day, the same location transforms into LOCAL, offering casual lunch favorites like fresh sandwiches, salads, and coffee.
Top review
BernardVIP
Dined 2 days ago
ENjoyed the lamb shank was one of the best we have ever had
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4.6
4.6 (84)
$30 and under
American
Downtown Augusta
About the restaurant
Midtown Tavern, a local neighborhood bar & Grill serving great food in a casual atmosphere. We have a modern tavern-style menu from burgers to wings and everything in between. We also have signature cocktails, wine, and cold specialty beer selections that are sure to please.
Top review
scotty
Dined on May 24, 2025
Good food and service enjoyed! Overall, very good experience will be back. Scotty
A photo of Sheehan's Irish Pub and Restaurant restaurant
4.5
4.5 (495)
$30 and under
American
Summerville
About the restaurant
12 beers on tap/fresh seafood/lively casual atmosphere
Top review
Rybecca
Dined on Jun 13, 2025
We loved the seafood bisque, fish and chips and the duck. Our server also recommended the sundae for dessert which was amazing!
A photo of Tacocat restaurant
4.5
4.5 (50)
$30 and under
Mexican
Downtown Augusta
About the restaurant
Tacocat is bringing the fiesta with bold Tex-Mex cuisine, refreshing margaritas, and good vibes to Downtown Augusta, Georgia. Tacocat is the place for amigos, both new and old. Have a great time with friends, while enjoying quality food, fresh margaritas and a lively atmosphere with live music nightly! The menu is simplistic, Tacos and "Not Tacos" but each menu item is made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The vibrant decor and great music provide a unique dining experience right in the heart of Downtown Augusta! The restaurant offers plenty of versatility for groups of many sizes. There is event a private room, so host your next event with us! While cat is in the name, our large outdoor patio is dog friendly, we would love to meet your furry friends!
Top review
Lola
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Everything was delicious. Margs on point. Service was decent but very relaxed. Out bartender had two seperate interactions with us while actively eating. Just a little gross. Otherwise 10/10
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