Georgia has quite a bit of history and nostalgia, even wrapped up in the restaurants and dining scene. There are plenty of spots in Georgia, hidden gems if you will, that will take you on a trip down memory lane with each visit. Get ready for old fashioned eats in a charming lunch counter right in the heart of Cartersville, Georgia.

4 Way Lunch is one of the oldest lunch counters in the state of Georgia, and holds a special place in the hearts of Cartersville residents.

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Opened in 1931, a man by the name of Fred Garrison took a sack of meat and some packages of buns and started making hamburgers on the corner in downtown Cartersville.

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4 Way Lunch ended up growing, but stayed true to its roots as a small lunch counter serving up delicious, home-style burgers and hot dogs.

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You’ll find a simple menu, but a particular amount of care and consideration which goes into each burger…each chili dog…and each Southern-style lunch.

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Guests can enjoy a quick meal at the charming lunch counter, while getting in with the locals.

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It’s a no frills type of lunch spot, so don’t expect a lot of fancy meals or upscale ambiance.

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But make sure to stick around for dessert…which might not be winning any Michelin stars or James Beard awards, but it will satisfy your soul the only way a historic lunch counter can.

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With limited hours and cash only, this is the type of old school joint that happily takes patrons down memory lane with each visit.

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The address for 4 Way Lunch is Main Street (Gilmer Street), Cartersville, GA 30120. The hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday. To find out more information about 4 Way Lunch, visit the Facebook Page.

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And by the way, while you’re in Cartersville make sure to check out this new outdoor water playground nearby to round out your summer afternoon.

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