4 /5 vema adams: My husband and I came across RJs while seeking new locations and restaurants to visit. Weve frequented many of the popular, highly-rated restaurants in Gwinnett County, so we chose to venture into Walton County, specifically the city of Monroe. We arrived around 6pm, just an hour before closing time.
RJs is obviously a local favorite spot. Several folk were in and out, picking up orders while we were there. Their sauced chicken wingettes are the crave. We tried them and do agree that the wings and flavors are very good.
We tried honey-hot, lemiyaki [lemon pepper/teriyaki], and "twisted" [lemon pepper/garlic parmesan/ranch] mix. We also purchased slice of homemade sweet potato pie.
They have an extensive menu containing several meats, vegetables, and sides. Apparently, Sunday is their BIG FEAST day, when most menu items are available. We were able to sample the new "Chuck Roast Dressing"...the bomb!!! It was well-seasoned with a great cornbread stuffing texture.
The restaurant itself is small and quaint. It gave off an old country store feel, nothing fancy; just basic and ordinary. I easily associated it with my grandparents home in rural Alabama.
RJs is located among a little strip of shops, in a slightly hidden part of Monroe, behind the Sheriffs Dept. There were a few tables inside, but they were pushed aside and had stuff stacked atop them; not available for client usage. There were 3 or 4 metal, umbrella tables outside, in the front, but Im not fond of outdoor eating [unless its a fully enclosed (with a screen of sorts) and protects me from flying insects and bugs].
The owner, Mrs. J was very kind and hospitable as we ordered and waited.
She told us shes been in business 11 years. She and her daughter do much of the cooking themselves, with her daughter being the primary baker/ cheesecake maker.
We were impressed enough to definitely return and give this place another go, when lots of menu items are available.
