County Seat Restaurant & Gathering Place

Best country cooking I have had in a long time. I had to get dessert after lunch and the pistachio almond coconut cake was the best cake ever!! I just happened to be in Powhatan for a family funeral and this was recommend to us. I would go again . No doubt the best

This was our first visit to the county seat and boy was it worth the trip. The buffet is amazing, the staff is great and the history there is pretty cool too. The facility is unique and spacious and we love the crowd, we can't wait to come back.

This hidden gem is located in the town of Powhatan directly across from the courthouse. The waitresses and cooks always make me feel welcome. The food is absolutely amazing and very tasty. If you're ever in Powhatan be sure to stop in and grab a bite. They also have a buffet on the weekends. The Sunday breakfast is also amazing!

Outstanding! Wonderful atmosphere, delicious food, diverse menu, very reasonable prices. Our service was top notch which is rare nowadays. From the host who was very knowledgeable and helpful, to our server Christina, who was very knowledgeable, helpful, professional, and friendly! Our first time to this well known and well established restaurant in the heart of Powhatan. We will quickly become regulars!

This is by far one of the best restaurants that I have ever set foot in. The atmosphere was marvelous and the food even better. The stunning owner of the establishment thought it not robbery to come over to our table to make sure everything was satisfactory and to share some history with us. I loved it so much that I considered relocating! 5 stars aren't enough to express how much I enjoyed my dining experience. Thank you County Seat and thank you Ma'am.

Great buffet. Loved the shrimp and the greens are cooked with just the right amount of vinegar, so good! There was a band but, didn't stay to see it

We just stumbled on a street festival dance party with live music on the road in front of County Seat. We had some yummy appetizers and adult beverages and listened to the live music. Good times were had by all!!

We went on a Saturday night. The place was hopping. Live band and dancing! Food was great. Meatloaf was huge!

County Seat is a wonderful restaurant. The service is outstanding as well as the atmosphere. They feature a fun night of karaoke with live music!

What a fun 90 birthday party 🎈 - Sybil Russell

We go there at least 2 times for lunch every time we are in that area. We made it there this year for the Sunday buffet. It was a true Country brunch buffet. The food and the selection was excellent, the service was great. The manager noticed we were not regulars. He asked how everything was and couldn't be more friendly. You have to try their waffles made to order. So thick and so light and airy you can't just eat one.

Loved it! Very good food and amazing waitress and staff. Perfect place for my mom and I to have lunch and enjoy our Sunday

County Seat is a gift to the Powhatan Community and is THE gathering place where everyone comes together - holiday buffets are amazing- event space is a community builder- service is warm and friendly.

This place was fantastic everything was delicious and the staff was amazing as well. 10/10 highly recommended. I will definitely make the 45 minute drive to return!

Love County Seat's Sunday Brunch Buffet. Whenever we have weekend guests, it's our go to place!

Thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful restaurant on our drive in the country. Real Southern comfort food !!!

We had the Sunday buffet. The food was amazing except for the eggs. I will probably try the omelet station next time.

Was a nice cool day sitting outside on the porch area. Service was great, food was served with large portions. Staff was very welcoming.

Had lunch, I ordered the quiche and sweet potato casserole. Delicious. My mama ordered a club sandwich which she really good. I took a buttercream filled doughnut and she got a slice of caramel cake for the road. Both were exceptional. We live about an hour away and we’re traveling through but I definitely plan to make a special trip back one day just to eat at County Seat.

We were lucky to get a table at 9:00 am for the Mother's day breakfast buffet. We didn't have a reservation. All the usual breakfast foods plus, waffle and omelet stations, roast beef, ham carving stations, fruit table and free mimosas for the moms. Love, love, love this restaurant! 💜💞💜💞💜