Tom & Hattie's Restaurant - Adairsville, Georgia

Kendra P.

Absolutely LOVED IT!!!! Best meat and 3 place I’ve ever been to! It’s actually meat and 2 sides so I added a third side. I got the fried chicken (I chose the dark meat option) and it was the most tender chicken with the amazing crispiness on the outside! The collards were incredible! Okra was cooked to perfection! The Mac and cheese was a classic home made Mac and cheese with just the right amount of cheese! Everyone was so friendly! Just a great experience!!

Heriberto C.

in little words the experience i recieved was that southern hospitality. the atmosphere is like you are at a family reunion and your auntie and older cousins are feeding the family. the employees are just friendly and nice but so are the customers there. and the food was delicious and tasted home made. chicken breast was crispy on the outside without being burnt and so so juicy in the inside. the collard greens and jams are my favorite sides. the peach cobbler for desert is a must and taste homemade and I might be wrong but the peaches weren't soggy so I have to think they are canned. this is a place I want to bring my family.

Samie W.

⭐ Tom & Hattie's: Legendary Fried Chicken & Southern Hospitality!
​You absolutely have to try Tom & Hattie's Restaurant! This spot in Adairsville, GA, is the ultimate destination for authentic Southern comfort food.
​From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, making you feel like you've stepped right into grandma's kitchen. The entire place is spotlessly clean, and the customer service is outstanding—staff are friendly, attentive, and exemplify genuine hospitality.
​But the real star is the food: their fried chicken is genuinely legendary. It's cooked to perfection, delivering that coveted crispy skin while remaining incredibly juicy within. Don't skip the sides; the mac and cheese is creamy perfection, and be sure to try the perfectly seasoned collard greens and the delicious squash casserole. Every dish tastes truly home-cooked.
​If you're seeking a high-quality, memorable meal, Tom & Hattie's delivers the best fried chicken experience and the best of Southern food. Go visit this true local gem!

Mandi Y.

We found this place randomly and are so glad we did! Their fried chicken was wonderful, and their Mac and Cheese and peach cobbler were some of the best I've ever had in a restaurant. We had fried chicken, BBQ chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, Mac and Cheese, fried okra, baked beans, a dinner roll, cornbread and peach cobbler for dessert. Everything was really tasty and the sweet tea was spot on too. 10 of 10, will certainly be returning next time we're in the area.

Bill D. (.

I’m rating this great place based on a buffet restaurant experience, hence the 5 stars. I and a friend came in today (June 8, 2025) around noon, and walking in we had a good feeling about the place. Every single one of the staff welcomed us in with big smiles and pleasant greetings. I’m not talking about false greetings, I mean that we felt like we just walked into a families house for Thanksgiving!
First of all the place is spanking clean from the outside front entrance to the buffet to the tables. They have a big sign inside the front foyer to announce the daily specials. When you come into the main buffet counter, you will find a very well lit buffet with all the dishes laid out immaculately, I mean clean and not your normal buffet. It looks like these folks take pride in how their food looks and it shows.

Depending on the day you get different specials, today it was baked chicken, fried chicken, wings or meatloaf as the meat service. So many choices of sides so take your time and choose wisely, or just keep coming back!

Today I had the meatloaf with several sides. For my sides I had the dressing, squash casserole and fried okra. Lookee here, that meatloaf was slathered up with ketchup on top, that casserole was moist and with a little crust on it, the dressing made me want some turkey and deviled egged to go with it (gotta remember to come back around Thanksgiving!). The okra was lightly fried on just about as perfect as you want; I’m guessing they either get their okra local or know where to buy it cuz it’s FRESH!
You get your choice (at least today) of cornbread or roll, so I chose the roll for today, great choice with the meatloaf. I topped it off with the sweet tea and at least they also know how to make good old southern sweet tea for a muggy Georgia day!

I got all that (with tip) for less than I pay at other buffets around town, and better food here!

Parking is not huge but it is ample for their needs. Location is perfect literally on Hwy 41.

I have zero complaints about this place and I’ll return just because of the wonderful folks that run this joint. I’m going to highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good buffet in a great atmosphere with some good folk. Y’all come try it out!

Mike B.

You have to take time to grab a bite here.
I got the fried chicken, the chicken was so good and juicy. Better than any I had in years. My wife got the fried fish. It was fabulous, like dad used to make it when he was with us.
They were so friendly and helpful.

Michael P.

Those familiar with the term will understand... MAN, LISTEN!!! You will not find better anywhere nearby nor at most places in the city. The pics may not convey much but this is Soul Food seasoned perfectly and cooked RIGHT! They asked and I told them, "Y'all ain't playin' fair in here!" Smoking my favorite joint in town! Only negative comment... I visited on Friday on my way to Nashville; I couldn't get back in time to catch them open on Sunday! Traveling on I-75 near Adairsville... stop by... even if your not hungry - get it to go!

Jay

Best fried chicken I’ve had in a long long time.

From the warmth of the people to the sides, it was so friggin good.

This should be on the michelin bib gourmand.