'Historic' Georgia Eatery Named 'Oldest Restaurant' In The State

America is full of beloved restaurants that have been serving their communities for decades, and in some cases nearly as long as America has been a country. To take it even further, Georgia has a rich history, both culturally and in terms of its culinary scene, so it's no surprise that there are plenty of historic establishments that have stood the test of time.

According to a list of the "oldest" restaurants around the country compiled by LoveFood, the "most historic restaurant" in all of Georgia is The Plaza Restaurant & Oyster Bar in Thomasville, which has been around for more than a century. The Plaza Restaurant & Oyster Bar is located at 217 Broad Street.

Here's what LoveFood had to say about this iconic Georgia institution:

"Known as the oldest surviving restaurant in all of Georgia, The Plaza has been around since 1916. The restaurant has a long history of Greek ownership that shines through to this day, with the likes of fried calamari and Greek-style chicken served alongside more traditional Southern fare. Seafood is the real star of the show, though. Customers love The Plaza's oysters, which are served raw or steamed on the half shell, in oysters Rockefeller (baked or broiled with a rich sauce and breadcrumb topping), or with Parmesan and jalapeños."

See the full list at lovefood.com to read up on more historic restaurants around the country.