Ila Restaurant

I have been a resident of Ila all my life. I know most, if not all, of Ila’s comings and goings. One thing that most residents can agree on is that Ila Restaurant is the place to eat! However, one of the many rumors is that the owner rules with an iron fist. In the last few months, we have seen the struggle as well as heard the rumors that the restaurant has had a hard time keeping help. Folks have walked out on shifts, etc. Most would say that this is due to the unemployment checks being so high that businesses’ have a hard time keeping staff. However, what I have witnessed in the last several visits is that Jackie is a Toxic manager/owner. The way I have seen her talk to the staff is close to inhumane. She shows disregard to her staff, as well as her customers. The only reason customers keep coming back is because the staff (not Jackie) truly care and show compassion towards the customers. The staff that have stuck through Jackie’s reign of terror make the restaurant feel welcoming however, when Jackie is on the floor you can feel the tension. The staff keeps the restaurant running, not Jackie. I am fearful if things do not get better there that the Ila restaurant will not be around for much longer. I hope one day she realizes that the 'good' staff she has had made that restaurant, not her. I really do hate to see the day it closes its doors.

It's nice to have a restaurant of this caliber in your home town it's always good food and great service

Country Cooking at its finest and the most refreshing sweet tea in the world. Going back today!

Great Southern cooking. Best biscuits anywhere around, awesome selection of food on the bar, but if you don't want that, then sit and order something. Very nice ladies that are willing to do anything for you whether you stop by every week or it is your first time there. Servers use masks or face shields so you can feel safe. Warm atmosphere, Great food, and you might see someone you know there. It's only open for breakfast and lunch so get there early and closed on Saturdays.

Great food great people great atmosphere clean wonderful place highly recommended