Liberty Oak, Greensboro

We recently ate here and were very disappointed. First, we were told we would have to sit outside, though there were over six vacant tables inside, which continued to be vacant during our meal. When we asked what we would do if it rained, the answer was a none too reassuring statement that it would not rain. Fortunately, it did not rain. Then, our waitress informed us, there were no clean water glasses, so we had to wait 10 or 15 minutes for water. No bread was available for at least thirty minutes although the restaurant was far from full capacity. No seconds were available for bread while we waited for our main course. My dinner was a very tasty vegetarian pasta dish, but my wife's meal, fried oysters, was well below par. The oysters were too heavily breaded, and the spices overwhelmed the oyster flavor. When leaving and paying the bill, no one inquired whether the meal was satisfactory, etc. I guess they did not care.

I've always enjoyed eating at this nice place, especially for lunch, and that goes back to when they were located on Lawndale Drive. The layout and atmosphere here is very pleasant, much better than the noisy, low ceciling configuration at the original location. There are two levels of seating, with seating spaced adequately for some privacy in conservation. There is also some outside seating, subject to weather considerations. I especially enjoy the lunch menu because they have always been creative with sandwiches and salads. The Grilled Salmon Salad with a blood orange vinaigrette is different, and nice, as is the Oriental Salad with skewers of beef tenderloin OR tofu on a bed of noodles dressed with an herbed vinaigrette. The Salad Nicoise is a pretty traditional version (at least a pretty traditional American version of the French classic), while the makeup of the Chicken Salad seems to change daily. They offer a nice Smoked Salmon plate, a Pate and Cheese plate (freaturing duck liver pate), ana Mediterranean plate with a very good hummus. My sandwich favorites: any burger, They have a nice veggie sandwich (can't remember the menu name), the Serape Havanna with pulled pork, the Sgt Pepper with turkey, cheeswe, and a pepper jelly that is very good. But, my all time favorite is the Crab Cake sandwich - simply outstanding The service here has always been a little bit funky, a little bit inconsistent, especially at peak periods. I find going early can keep this negative aspect to a minimum. Parking can be problematic, but there is a garage right behind the restaurant. Finally, this is not the cheapest place in downtown Greensboro to get a salad or sandwich for lunch, but I find the experience of food and atmosphere to be worth the price.

I've been going to Liberty Oak for years (since it was over by Irving Park) and it just keeps getting better and better. I would have lunch there every day if I could! And when I am down town in the evenings, I always try to stop in for dinner. The Savanna Roast is the BEST! It's so nice to see the same friendly faces and that they always know what wine to recommend. Be sure to call ahead on the weekends, because it can be pretty busy and you don't want to miss out. Highly Recommended!

No better place for lunch as long as you have the time. Every dish is original. The soups and sandwiches are great. The only negative is parking. We would go there weekly if parking was free and easy. The quality has been consist for years and years. Always great.

Liberty Oak is a very classy restaurant! I've been here for just a casual lunch with a friend and for a college alumnae event. The food has always been great and the atmosphere is fun!

I love the selection of food here. The atmosphere is quaint with outdoor seating when the weather allows. They also offer a private indoor balcony for private parties.

This is a great place to dine with friends-for lunch or dinner. The menu is wonderful, and the wine list is even better! My only issue is that it is not kid friendly. It seemed to be a hassle that my baby was with us. There was no changing station, and no place where we felt that we weren't in the way.

This is by far my favorite restaurant in all of the Triad. Even Ruth's Chris! Liberty Oaks is most consistently yummy and changes their menu enough to keep it interesting. Tired of those darned chain restaurant where they pretty much serve the same thing as the next restaurant? Liberty Oaks has a great atmosphere, great fresh food, and unique ideas.

I had just moved into Greensboro after 8 years in the Navy. I was looking for a decent place to eat and stumbled across Liberty Oak. I was blown away from first bite! Having grown up in San Francisco and traveled the world dining from France all the way to the Middle East, I cannot recall a better bang for the buck restaurant. The portions are perfect for southern eating, just enough to get to the calorie count, but the taste tips the scales. I have rarely looked over at my wife and held a look of shock while taking the first bite of a meal. 20 dollar a plate meal at 40 dollar a plate quality. Located in a subterranian portion of the downtown Greensboro scene it would be easy to dismiss and walk past. The service was more than adequate, fast service during a bustling evening. Wine that complimented our meal. And an atmosphere that is surprisingly non-pretentious considering the quality of food. I suggest that anyone who thinks they know of the best place in the Triad to eat but that has not dined at Liberty Oak hold off on their assumptions until they try this hidden gem.

They have excellent crab cakes. The service is typically friendly, but sometimes takes a while. Probably because they are always so busy. Not a good place if you want to have a lot of conversation. It gets loud and is hard to hear others in your group.