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    Carnival Cafe

    4.5 (26 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Terri M.

    I got the funnel cake sundae which as I started it was very good. But about five bites in... I bit into something that did not belong... I don't know what the hell it was but it was super salty and disgusting so I threw away the rest and ruined it for me. I also got the chicken Philly. I don't know what the heck kind of chicken they use but it was like obliterated chicken, possibly canned chicken. It was not very good. Ao I tossed about half the stuff inside and ate the bread. Their fries were the only thing that we're good, though they were kind of soggy

    Fried oreos

    The food was all very tasty. Good specials so I tried one of the burgers from the specials. Great fried oreos for dessert. Some of the young staff seemed like they didn't really want to be there but everyone was nice enough.

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    Jen C.

    We ordered 2 burgers, the Chipotle Ranch Bacon Burger and the Rodeo Burger. Both came with a side of fries, and both were very enjoyable. I would go again without hesitation. They also had several different funnelcakes, but the burgers didn't leave us any room to try them.

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    You'll miss this place if you aren't paying attention...a couple miles west of Rogersville with basic signage and it sits a bit below the road level. This is probably why I've never seen a crowd here before. And that's a shame. In a town that is *really* lacking in good restaurants, this is the standout. Don't get me wrong, you aren't going to be blown away, but it's probably the best value in the area. You'll have to go to Greene County to beat it. Speaking of value, prices are higher than a country food place, but if you stick with simple items, say cheeseburger and fries, you'll barely spend more than fast food. And to the food. Fresh cooked. Once again, you won't be talking about this for days, but you'll be perfectly happy with what you get. Staff is super nice and parking is easy since I've never seen more than one or two people here at the same time. Hope this doesn't indicate the place may not be around too much longer. A nice touch is the view. There are also picnic tables for outside eating when the weather is nice. All in all probably the best kept restaurant secret in the Rogersville area.

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    3 years ago

    Best Philly this side of heaven. Really good grub and nicest folks ever. Nice ambiance and clean and cozy too.

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    3 years ago

    Food made to order! Fresh, hot, & cooked the way you ask and what you ask for! Great customer service!I wish we had one in my home town!

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    3 years ago

    The chicken tenders are so bomb. Not to mention the ranch is to DIE for it is so good.!

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    4 years ago

    Got a Philly here. Great place. Everyone that was working here seemed happy to be here. Highly recommended.

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    9 years ago

    Ate there for the first time the other day and the service was great. And the food was absolutely delicious.

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    I love this place. The service is great. The food is consistent in quality. Always hot, fresh, and delicious.

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