Dined here for our anniversary dinner on Friday night. Our server for the evening was Greg and he was exceptional! He shared his favorites on the menu as well as the specials of the day. We started with appetizers and had the pear salad and also the shrimp and grit cake. Both were plentiful and beautifully presented. For our entrees we chose the Mahi & shrimp from the menu and the halibut & shrimp from the specials of the day. Both dishes were perfectly cooked, especially the shrimp, and the portions were also plentiful. We really appreciated that Greg was extremely accommodating when we asked for some slight changes in a few of our menu choices. He was attentive during the meal and really made our anniversary dining experience special. Thank you, Greg and Cola, for a great evening!
Andrea Abbott
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May 24, 2025
This American restaurant is located slightly off the main route and could be overlooked if you’re wandering around downtown looking for a place to eat.
Good: portions are well sized. One of the few places I’ve been where I felt full when I was done. For $40 I actually felt like I got am ample portion. Some dishes were well flavored - braised beef, slightly over seasoned — spice rubbed chicken, and perhaps lacking in flavor—pork chop. The collards were slightly sweet and seasoned w onion and bacon. Mac and cheese was creamy and a true comfort food feel. Hamburger was filling and cooked to order. Would not order the calamari— all breading. The dipping sauces were good but I couldn’t find any actual squid.
Drinks—ordered mixed drinks which were not well balanced and then switched to beer. Although reasonably priced, the vanilla bourbon old fashion was not something I enjoyed.
Service was superb. The restaurant was relatively busy but the food came out quickly and hot. Katie G was attentive, friendly, gave good recommendations.
Atmosphere—cute, open, able to carry on a conversation, clean, not stuffy, not high end dining but comfortable for a date or family eating.
All in all—good experience. Menu has something to please every taste. Would not necessarily return on my own but wouldn’t turn down a dinner here if invited.
Rose Wood
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April 17, 2025
Cola’s is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. I had the flounder and as always it was delicious. We also had the salmon with sweet potato grits. That was amazing as well. Ended with crème brûlée for desert. The atmosphere is nice. On this night it was a bit chilly inside the restaurant. Should have brought a jacket to throw over our arms.
Henry Depew
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March 14, 2025
Found this place on accident. Driving by and thought looked good, reviews were good. We found a nice spot for a meal allowing us to get back on road. Creature comforts hazy on tap was delicious. Braised beef was on point. Pasta primavera had a great sauce. Waiter was very good. If we lived near by would go more often and if in town will stop in again.
Shemar Mckoy
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November 12, 2024
I had an incredible meal at Cola’s Restaurant! I ordered the Whole Crispy Flounder, and it was a standout dish. The fish was perfectly fried with a crispy exterior and tender, flavorful meat. The apricot shallot sauce added a delicious sweet-savory note that paired beautifully with the flounder. The sides of linguine and vegetables were fresh and well-seasoned, balancing the dish nicely. I also had a whiskey sour, which was well-made and complemented the meal perfectly. With great food and a lovely atmosphere, Cola’s is definitely worth a visit!
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Dined here for our anniversary dinner on Friday night. Our server for the evening was Greg and he was exceptional! He shared his favorites on the menu as well as the specials of the day. We started with appetizers and had the pear salad and also the shrimp and grit cake. Both were plentiful and beautifully presented. For our entrees we chose the Mahi & shrimp from the menu and the halibut & shrimp from the specials of the day. Both dishes were perfectly cooked, especially the shrimp, and the portions were also plentiful. We really appreciated that Greg was extremely accommodating when we asked for some slight changes in a few of our menu choices. He was attentive during the meal and really made our anniversary dining experience special. Thank you, Greg and Cola, for a great evening!
This American restaurant is located slightly off the main route and could be overlooked if you’re wandering around downtown looking for a place to eat. Good: portions are well sized. One of the few places I’ve been where I felt full when I was done. For $40 I actually felt like I got am ample portion. Some dishes were well flavored - braised beef, slightly over seasoned — spice rubbed chicken, and perhaps lacking in flavor—pork chop. The collards were slightly sweet and seasoned w onion and bacon. Mac and cheese was creamy and a true comfort food feel. Hamburger was filling and cooked to order. Would not order the calamari— all breading. The dipping sauces were good but I couldn’t find any actual squid. Drinks—ordered mixed drinks which were not well balanced and then switched to beer. Although reasonably priced, the vanilla bourbon old fashion was not something I enjoyed. Service was superb. The restaurant was relatively busy but the food came out quickly and hot. Katie G was attentive, friendly, gave good recommendations. Atmosphere—cute, open, able to carry on a conversation, clean, not stuffy, not high end dining but comfortable for a date or family eating. All in all—good experience. Menu has something to please every taste. Would not necessarily return on my own but wouldn’t turn down a dinner here if invited.
Cola’s is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. I had the flounder and as always it was delicious. We also had the salmon with sweet potato grits. That was amazing as well. Ended with crème brûlée for desert. The atmosphere is nice. On this night it was a bit chilly inside the restaurant. Should have brought a jacket to throw over our arms.
Found this place on accident. Driving by and thought looked good, reviews were good. We found a nice spot for a meal allowing us to get back on road. Creature comforts hazy on tap was delicious. Braised beef was on point. Pasta primavera had a great sauce. Waiter was very good. If we lived near by would go more often and if in town will stop in again.
I had an incredible meal at Cola’s Restaurant! I ordered the Whole Crispy Flounder, and it was a standout dish. The fish was perfectly fried with a crispy exterior and tender, flavorful meat. The apricot shallot sauce added a delicious sweet-savory note that paired beautifully with the flounder. The sides of linguine and vegetables were fresh and well-seasoned, balancing the dish nicely. I also had a whiskey sour, which was well-made and complemented the meal perfectly. With great food and a lovely atmosphere, Cola’s is definitely worth a visit!