Grits
About This Spot
Stepping into Grits in Cairo, Georgia feels like entering a well-loved family dining room where the pace slows just enough to savor both the food and the company. This small Southern restaurant carries the warmth of home-cooked meals and the steady hum of friendly conversations, making it a comforting spot to pause, whether you’re from nearby or passing through.
The atmosphere unfolds gently—unhurried yet alive with the genuine hospitality of a close-knit community. It’s the kind of place where the clink of plates and the swirl of sweet tea in a tall glass blend effortlessly with easy smiles and shared stories. Here, you can expect more than just a meal; it’s a modest celebration of Southern flavors that feels quietly confident in its simplicity.
Grits brings together a selection of dishes that evoke the rich traditions of the region—plates layered with smoky chicken, fresh vegetables cooked just right, and crispy fried catfish that speaks to the care behind each recipe. The buffet style adds a welcoming rhythm to the experience, inviting you to explore a range of familiar favorites alongside comforting sides, each bite reflecting a thoughtful hand. From tender turnip greens to golden fried okra, the food isn’t just filling—it’s a gentle reminder of the South’s culinary soul.
What stands out most is the sincere kindness of the people working and dining here, creating an honest and relaxed environment where you can feel at ease. Whether fueling up before a long day or sharing a leisurely Sunday meal, Grits offers a quietly satisfying experience that lingers beyond the last bite, rooted in genuine flavors and simple pleasures.
What’s Available Here
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Delivery
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Drive-through
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Fast service
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Great tea selection
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Serves local specialty
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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All you can eat
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Healthy options
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Quick bite
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Breakfast
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Brunch
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Lunch
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Catering
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Toilet
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Casual
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Cosy
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Quiet
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Trendy
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Groups
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Locals
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Good for kids
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High chairs
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Free of charge street parking
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Free parking lot
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Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
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| Friday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Saturday | Closed | |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM - 03:00 PM |
S Griffis 18 Dec 2025
Small cafe with southern cooking buffet. Most everything we ate seemed to be fresh not canned. Good selection of food, drink and dessert for one price.
Nicholaus Hale 24 Nov 2025
The people were wonderful. The food was good. The sweet tea was among the best I've ever had. We are cycling cross country to promote saveawarrior.org and this food was filling and the conversation fulfilling.
JVA's Adventures 21 Nov 2025
Hidden gem! Great southern cooking and a buffet to boot! Catfish, fried chicken, lima beans, collard greens, sweet potato casserole and much much more. Friendly and attentive staff. Well worth the price.
Tommy Rogers 05 Nov 2025
I'm not sure how long this place has been open, but I am glad that I have found it. Across the board, the food quality is substantially better than what you would typically find at a buffet. Of course it is a restaurant, but it seems like all of the food was homemade. The vegetables were fresh steamed and cooked perfectly, the selections of meats were fresh, juicy, and very flavorful, but the standout was the homemade scalloped potatoes! Holy smokes, were they good. The potatoes were soft, super cheesy, and had such a wonderful flavor. I have a feeling that this place will quickly become very popular.
Phil Parks 30 Sep 2025
A great southern buffet! Salad bar, fresh vegetables, and fried chicken too.
Kenneth Johnson 30 Sep 2025
I could have sworn my mother or one of my aunts was back there cooking. So nice to have some good old down home Southern country cooking. Dressing, fried chicken, beef tips, cream corn, fresh peas of several kinds, cornbread, ham, macaroni and cheese and I don't know how many other things I forgot. Nice salad bar, even banana pudding. Buffet all you can eat on Sunday at $13.50 how the heck could you beat that?