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    Carolina Cafe

    4.3 (48 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes, Burgers, American
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Angel A.

    Very disappointed their menu is so different than what it used to be. We went there specifically for the corned beef hash they used to serve, it was delicious! The seating has expanded and the door entrance is different. However, our biggest complaint is the weird track lighting in the new seating area and how the lights shine right in your face. It's blinding and annoying. The waitress was friendly. 2 stars for how the menu has changed and the dumb new lighting. We left after drinking our coffees. Won't be back.

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    Tony R.

    Updated 1/7/2023. They have changed their hours (again) . Now open for breakfast lunch and dinner. Prices went way up. 2 egg breakfast with meat a side and bread is $10.50 compared to Smiths $6.99 including coffee. Tip... call before you go as it's a crap shoot if they're open as their posted hours. Just normal breakfast. Home fries are frozen. Had to ask for butter and jelly and a spoon to stir coffee.

    Sue G.

    This is the 2nd time eating here. Its a shame they close so early. They have really good food. My husband decided on breakfast and I wanted lunch. He said someone knew how to cook the eggs they were done perfect. The home fries were very good as well. My hamburger was huge! I wanted rare, it was done perfect It was really good! No pre frozen hamburger it was hand made and a great size if your hungry!! The waiter was good as well. We will go again sometime we are out early enough not to miss before they close. Great place to eat if your close by!

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    1 year ago

    Quality ingredients and knowledgeably prepared make it an enjoyable meal. Very courteous staff, very clean

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    1 year ago

    Not from the area and had breakfast at Carolina Cafe. Fantastic service and food! Omelet and hash browns were delicious!

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    Thank you very much. We appreciate you guys.

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    3 years ago

    Staley was a fabulous waitress tonight and the food was delicious as usual. Highly recommend the Carolina Cafe!

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    2 years ago

    The food is OK, the service a little on the slower side, the place is OK. I tried it's but not for me.

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    2 years ago

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    We appreciate the five star. Thank you very much.

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    2 years ago

    Great place to eat! Best Ribeye Steaks in Rutherford County also great pork chops!! Service is excellent. Staff is friendly

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    Great service and the food is unsurpassed. The ambiance is of a cafe diner but it's awesome. Check it out.

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    5 years ago

    We just stopped here on a whim while driving through. Everyone was so nice and the breakfast was top notch. I highly recommend this place!

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