Daphne Lodge Restaurant

4.8

128 Reviews

$31 to $50

Regional American (Southern)

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 1 time today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Welcome to Daphne Lodge, a family business since 1952. We have a 15 min. grace period on reservations. Please allow a 10-15 minute grace period to be seated. Your table will be reserved 1 hr. and 30 min. for parties up to 2; 2 hrs. for parties up to 4; 2 hrs 30 min. for parties up to 6; and 3 hours for parties of 7+.

Daphne Lodge enjoys the fruit of many years of successful service. Having appeared in Southern Living as one of the top ten restaurants serving catfish and featured on the cover of their Sea and Stream cookbook, feature articles on Daphne Lodge continue to appear in major travel books, magazines, and newspapers.

Atlanta Magazine recognized Daphne Lodge as one of the “South’s favorite restaurants,” U.S.A. Today honored us as a “crowned winner,” and Georgia Trend headlined Daphne Lodge as a “State Treasure.”

We hope you enjoy your evening with us. On behalf of our staff, we hope to see you soon!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Regional American (Southern), Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(229) 273-2596
Website
http://www.DaphneLodge.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
For special occasions reservations please call us at 229-273-2596. Online reservations are not available on Friday or Saturday.

Location
2502 US-280, Cordele, GA 31015
Neighbourhood
Cordele
Cross Street
On US Hwy 280 W across from the Georgia Veterans State Park/Lake Blackshear
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Counter Seating, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Fried Dill Pickles
with homemade Ranch dip
Sautéed Fresh Mushrooms
in browned butter
Fried Crab Fingers
with cocktail sauce
Fried Cauliflower and Mushrooms
with curry sauce
Bacon Baked Oysters
with green onions and parmesan
Blue Cheese Chips
topped with tomatoes and green onions
Basket of Thick Cut Onion Rings
French Onion Soup
with French bread crouton and melted swiss cheese
She Crab Soup
rich and creamy with loads of crab meat

Meat and Game

$18 - $42. All pricing subject to change

Filet Mignon, 8 oz
Steak & Scampi
8 oz. filet with shrimp scampi
Chopped Steak
with thick, grilled onions and mushrooms
Smothered Quail
served South Georgia style, in a thick, brown gravy
Virginia Country Ham
served with grits, red-eye gravy, and baked apple

Fish and Seafood

$18 - $22. All pricing subject to change

Daphne Lodge Fried Catfish "Our House Specialty"
three dressed catfish served with hushpuppies, cole slaw, cheese grits, and tomato gravy
Crispy, Whole Flounder
lightly fried with apricot and shallot sauce
Parmasean-baked Grouper
with a buttery parmesan topping
Grilled Grouper Filet
with olive oil, lime, fresh tomatoes, and grilled onions
Broiled Sea Scallops & Shrimp
with lemon and butter
Shrimp Scampi
rich in garlic and oregano
Fried Shrimp
with a light flour batter
Fried Scallops
in a very light flour batter
Fried Oysters
rolled in a crisp cracker meal and lightly fried
Ralph's Deviled Crab
our distinct recipe from 1952
Daphne's Shrimp & Grits
blackend shrimp, tomato gravy, and sautéed mushrooms on cheese grits

Our Wine List

Our selection updates regularly, so some items listed below may not be available

Chardonnay

Raeburn, Russian River Valley
Kendall-Jackson Vitners Reserve, California

Sauvignon Blanc

White Haven, New Zealand
Matua Valley, New Zealand

Pino Grigio

Maso Canali, Italy
Ecco Domani, Italy

Riesling

Kendall-Jackson Vitners Reserve, California
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington

Rosé

Beringer White Zinfandel, California

Moscato

Terra d'Oro, California

Champagne / Sparkling

La Marca Prosecco
Korbel Brut

Cabernet Sauvignon

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Artemis, Napa Valley
Frei Brothers, Alexnder Valley
Canyon Road, California

Zinfandel

Edmeades Mendocino, California

Merlot

Redrock, California

Red Blend

Cooper & Thief, Napa Valley
Apothic, California

Pinot Noir

La Crema, Sonoma
MacMurray, Central Coast
Beringer Founders Estate, California

Malbec

Don Miquel Gascon, Argentina

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Daphne Lodge Restaurant promises a delightful dining experience with "wonderful ambience and excellent service." Renowned for its "amazing food" and generous portions, highlights include the Parmesan Grouper, fried shrimp, and decadent peanut butter pie. Guests appreciate the "fantastic" atmosphere and attentive staff, making it a "highly recommend" spot for celebrations and date nights.

128 Reviews

T
Thomas
Atlanta16 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great local restaurant on Cordele, GA, which is a unique dining experience. Great menu of local and Southern delicacies, great value, and warm, friendly service.
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Boyce
Tallahassee4 reviews
2.0
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I am a 50 year patron. This was my second visit since ownership changed. The food was lukewarm with uninspiring seasoning. I did eat my meal and didn’t complain. In retrospect I should have said something. For the price I will think twice about patronizing Daphne again.
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Kaye
Central Georgia1 review
5.0
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Daphne Lodge was great tonight in all areas! Especially, actually being able to get a reservation!! 😊
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Keith
Central Georgia1 review
5.0
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We took friends who had never been and they loved it. Everything was great!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Central Georgia1 review
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's always a special treat to eat at Daphne's. I was impressed with the wine list - it seems to have expanded. I would have liked to see more by the glass offerings. The food was excellent, as usual, and the portions very generous. We will be back!
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CissyD
Coastal Georgia8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Most of all the entrees are absolutely delicious but tried the broiled scallops and shrimp for the first time and they were just bland. The Parmesan Grouper is awesome as well as the twice baked potatoes and homemade salad dressings. Will continue to eat here. Service was excellent.
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teacher4life
Atlanta3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Daphne Lodge is always a pleasant experience. We took our family to celebrate our son defending his dissertation successfully and became an official Dr. with a PhD. I made reservations for 6, and everything was already set up when we arrived. The service was wonderful, and the food is always delicious…We ordered crab fingers and fried pickles for appetizers, and the meals consisted of Parmesan baked grouper (my favorite), fried shrimp, shrimp scampi, fried catfish, baked grouper with sides of salad, cheese grits or twice baked potatoes and hushpuppies! I highly recommend this restaurant if you are searching for a pricey, but delicious meal. I promise you won’t be disappointed!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s always a wonderful dining experience at Daphne Lodge. The food was amazing and the service was great, as always!
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JohnF
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful ambience and excellent service even down to promptly refilling my water glass.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Georgia1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic restaurant. Food was great! Service was excellent.
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FAQs

Daphne Lodge Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (229) 273-2596.

Daphne Lodge Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 128 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

2502 US-280, Cordele, GA 31015

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
On US Hwy 280 W across from the Georgia Veterans State Park/Lake Blackshear
Neighbourhood
Cordele
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Regional American (Southern), Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Counter Seating, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.DaphneLodge.com/
Phone number
(229) 273-2596
Private party facilities
For special occasions reservations please call us at 229-273-2596. Online reservations are not available on Friday or Saturday.

Daphne Lodge Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Appetizers and Soups

Fried Dill Pickles

Sautéed Fresh Mushrooms

Fried Crab Fingers

Fried Cauliflower and Mushrooms

Bacon Baked Oysters

Blue Cheese Chips

Basket of Thick Cut Onion Rings

French Onion Soup

She Crab Soup

Meat and Game

Filet Mignon, 8 oz

Steak & Scampi

Chopped Steak

Smothered Quail

Virginia Country Ham

Fish and Seafood

Daphne Lodge Fried Catfish "Our House Specialty"

Crispy, Whole Flounder

Parmasean-baked Grouper

Grilled Grouper Filet

Broiled Sea Scallops & Shrimp

Shrimp Scampi

Fried Shrimp

Fried Scallops

Fried Oysters

Ralph's Deviled Crab

Daphne's Shrimp & Grits

Our Wine List

Chardonnay

Raeburn, Russian River Valley

Kendall-Jackson Vitners Reserve, California

Sauvignon Blanc

White Haven, New Zealand

Matua Valley, New Zealand

Pino Grigio

Maso Canali, Italy

Ecco Domani, Italy

Riesling

Kendall-Jackson Vitners Reserve, California

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington

Rosé

Beringer White Zinfandel, California

Moscato

Terra d'Oro, California

Champagne / Sparkling

La Marca Prosecco

Korbel Brut

Cabernet Sauvignon

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Artemis, Napa Valley

Frei Brothers, Alexnder Valley

Canyon Road, California

Zinfandel

Edmeades Mendocino, California

Merlot

Redrock, California

Red Blend

Cooper & Thief, Napa Valley

Apothic, California

Pinot Noir

La Crema, Sonoma

MacMurray, Central Coast

Beringer Founders Estate, California

Malbec

Don Miquel Gascon, Argentina

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Daphne Lodge Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Daphne Lodge Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Daphne Lodge Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information