The Saint's Weekly Whine & Dine
Wagon Wheel
Katy Crawford
Issue date: 10/2/09 Section: Opinion
Wagon Wheel - located just past Lumpkin County High School (coming from Dahlonega) on the right - is a locally owned country cookin' restaurant and, according to its slogan, it's "where the locals eat."
Atmosphere:
Wagon Wheel certainly has a unique, rustic style. Upon entering the front door, I immediately noticed many stuffed deer heads glaring at me. Also adding to the outdoor ambiance are fish mounted on the walls. The atmosphere is quite homey as well; the walls are covered with different family portraits and the worn booths offer a cozy setting in the 30-year old restaurant.
Service:
The waitresses greeted us as we walked in and we chose a table. All of the waitresses appeared to be NGCSU students. Our waitress introduced herself and placed pitchers of tea, water and ice on our table so we never ran out. She was very helpful in explaining that the Wagon Wheel offers a cafeteria line and a full menu.
Price:
The Wagon Wheel cafeteria line offers a choice of one meat and two vegetables for about $7, which is the average price of menu options. The most expensive item on the menu is a steak for $15. Not bad considering the large portion sizes that fill you up quickly.
If that isn't enough for your belly, they also offer desserts such as apple and chocolate pies for $2.25, and assorted puddings and homemade strawberry and peach cobblers for $1.35.
Cleanliness:
Despite its 30 years of service, the Wagon Wheel appeared very well-kept. The waitresses sanitized each table after customers left, and swept under the tables as well. In their most recent rating from the health department, the Wagon Wheel scored an impressive 99.
Quality:
The Wagon Wheel has great service and reasonable prices. The fried chicken alone is a reason to return for another helping, and the homemade peach cobbler tastes like a little bowl full of heaven. It is because of these reasons and more that the Wagon Wheel has so many regulars and is "where the locals eat."
Overall:
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at the Wagon Wheel, but with all the fried foods, I'll have to wait a while to return.
Atmosphere:
Wagon Wheel certainly has a unique, rustic style. Upon entering the front door, I immediately noticed many stuffed deer heads glaring at me. Also adding to the outdoor ambiance are fish mounted on the walls. The atmosphere is quite homey as well; the walls are covered with different family portraits and the worn booths offer a cozy setting in the 30-year old restaurant.
Service:
The waitresses greeted us as we walked in and we chose a table. All of the waitresses appeared to be NGCSU students. Our waitress introduced herself and placed pitchers of tea, water and ice on our table so we never ran out. She was very helpful in explaining that the Wagon Wheel offers a cafeteria line and a full menu.
Price:
The Wagon Wheel cafeteria line offers a choice of one meat and two vegetables for about $7, which is the average price of menu options. The most expensive item on the menu is a steak for $15. Not bad considering the large portion sizes that fill you up quickly.
If that isn't enough for your belly, they also offer desserts such as apple and chocolate pies for $2.25, and assorted puddings and homemade strawberry and peach cobblers for $1.35.
Cleanliness:
Despite its 30 years of service, the Wagon Wheel appeared very well-kept. The waitresses sanitized each table after customers left, and swept under the tables as well. In their most recent rating from the health department, the Wagon Wheel scored an impressive 99.
Quality:
The Wagon Wheel has great service and reasonable prices. The fried chicken alone is a reason to return for another helping, and the homemade peach cobbler tastes like a little bowl full of heaven. It is because of these reasons and more that the Wagon Wheel has so many regulars and is "where the locals eat."
Overall:
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at the Wagon Wheel, but with all the fried foods, I'll have to wait a while to return.
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