Amazing! Really, just come here! I'm a chef.... waffle-Amazing! chicken-Crispy, light, delicious! garlic sauce- Yum! dirty chai latte- So freaking good! Staff is so helpful with recommendations, ambiance is great. Little nooks where you can have some privacy for chats. read more

We visited Mama's Café on a Saturday around noon. When we arrived, we were greeted right away and informed that they seemed to be short-staffed. We were given the option of waiting about 15 minutes for a table or sitting in the bar area, so we chose one of the high-top tables in the bar. The café itself is very cute and has a charming atmosphere. The bar area has red neon lighting along the ceiling, which gives the room a distinctive glow. After ordering coffee and waters, we decided on the fried mushrooms, the meatloaf plate, and the Breakfast Pile. They never ended up refilling any of our drinks. The fried mushrooms came out first and were piping hot. They were served with both white gravy and ranch. The ranch was pretty tasty, but the mushrooms themselves were fairly bland and quite greasy. To be fair, deep-fried mushrooms aren't exactly a light dish, but I found myself adding salt to everything to bring out more flavor. For my entrée, I ordered the meatloaf with mashed potatoes and green beans. The meatloaf contained carrots, which was an interesting touch. The slices were very thick and firm, and honestly didn't resemble or taste like a traditional meatloaf. I asked for the gravy on the side and ended up dipping each bite into it, but the dish still wasn't my favorite. The green beans were the biggest miss for me. They had a mucky flavor that reminded me of mop water. The Breakfast Pile was decent enough: potatoes, sausage, eggs, and gravy layered together. Unfortunately, it also felt underseasoned and could have benefited from more flavor. The standout item of the entire meal was the biscuit with honey butter. They initially forgot to bring the honey butter, and I'm very glad we asked for it because it completely made the dish. The biscuit was warm, soft, and by far the most enjoyable thing we ate. Overall, Mama's Café has a cute atmosphere and friendly service despite being understaffed when we visited. However, most of the food felt underseasoned and lacked flavor. If you're looking for a cozy spot to sit and chat, it's worth a visit, but based on this meal, I probably would only come back if someone said it was their favorite restaurant and I try what they order read more

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I came here for the first time on my birthday this past month 5/12! It was around 12pm, it was pretty full inside but we got a table for 4 no problem. We started off with a biscuit 8/10 it tasted like cornbread but I didn't ask, it was like a cornbread biscuit lol Then most of us had Chicken & Waffles with iced coffees (8.5/10) for the food. My partner got the Classic Breakfast (8/10) Food was filling and can't wait to be back. Our waiter was Pablo & he was very nice and helpful with menu read more

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First time visit and overall, it was just OK. I'm not a fan, but I did try (the smallest) mushroom & I'm still not convinced ‍ but my Fiancée loved them! My Catfish plate was good, but I felt cheated on the collards because it was literally 2 fork-fulls and that was it, which was disappointing because they were good, though a bit spicy & the greens/smoked meat/peppers ratio was imbalanced. I didn't hear any major concerns, so she enjoyed her chicken plate. But, the star of the night for me was definitely the Deviled Eggs. I'd never had them fried...and WOW!-very different, but tasty!!! The yolk was not overly battered & the pork rind on top was a nice touch-however, it could've used some type of sauce on the side to add more flavor to the bite. Though it was a busy Friday dinner rush, our waiter was attentive, which is always nice. read more

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Best pot roast around! Husband ordered a burger and he also loved it. We will be back service was fast and our server was fantastic. A little loud but it's a home comfort restaurant so I wouldn't want anything less! read more

Mama's Cafe - Pot roast / collard greens (AMAZING) & mashed potatoes - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

We got fried green tomatoes, avocado melt, a crispy chicken sandwich, onion rings and fries and everything was GF and so good! read more

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The food is amazing! Service is Awesome! Love this place! I always get the pork chops! They are to die for!!

I have never been to a restaurant with so much personality! As you enter the restaurant, you see a sign that states, "Welcome Home !" Love that... As you walk in you experience an explosion of captivation. My eyes were drawn to the meticulously constructed American and Texas flags. Wow!!! They're huge and affixed to the ceiling. This restaurant is large and exceedingly interesting. One of the rooms has a huge mosaic of Willie Nelson...beautifull and striking! They have another room with an assortment of donated boots. So intriguing...Then the collections...license plates, beer cans, pictures, hats, decorative metal saddles...I have not had a morsel of food and I'm totally enamored. Met my brother for breakfast. You might be asking why I'm having breakfast in a place that is heavy carnivore given I'm doing the Daniel fast. Well, my brother insisted. Smile. I vaguely recall him saying something like I'm not eating that vegan stuff . Needless to say, he's not pro vegan. Sigh. It is important to note, ample free parking is available. Our server, Xocchil was southern hospitality friendly. She was so bubbly, which set the pace for the remainder of our meal. She epitomized excellent service!!! Both our meals were quite delicious. My brother had Belgian waffles, scrambled eggs with American cheese (he said he can rarely find this option) and bacon. I had potatoes and grits. We were happy as little larks!!! Definitely a "go to" in San Antonio, TX. read more

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If you're looking for a solid Texas comfort meal with genuine hospitality, Mama's by the Airport delivers exactly what it promises, and then some. I stopped in around 2:30 on a Tuesday afternoon, just after the holidays, so it was a slower period. Even then, the food came out quickly and fresh, which mattered since I was on a tight timeline with a flight to catch. This is exactly the kind of place you want when you need a great meal without stress, right near the airport. Pablo took care of me, and he absolutely made the experience. Funny, quick-witted, and genuinely engaging, he brought that rare human connection that turns a meal into a memory. A brief but meaningful conversation, attentive service, and great timing throughout. It's clear he enjoys what he does, and it shows. The food was excellent. I went with a Texas staple, chicken fried steak, and it didn't disappoint. Crispy, well-seasoned, and satisfying, exactly what you hope for when ordering it in Texas. The real standout for me, though, was the collard greens. As someone from North Carolina, I don't say this lightly, these were the best collards I've had outside of NC. Perfectly cooked, full of flavor, with a subtle Hispanic flair and just a touch of spice that elevated them without overpowering the dish. Comfort food done right, friendly service, and an easy in-and-out location near the airport make this an easy recommendation. Mama's isn't trying to be trendy, it's just trying to be good, and that's exactly what it is. Everything is made in house, a real bonus. Five stars, and I'll absolutely be back next time I'm flying through San Antonio. read more

Mama's Cafe - Interior - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Service is great here! Everyone is so nice and accommodating, really couldn't have asked for a better server. Unfortunately the food was very lackluster. I used to come here when I was a little kid in the early 2000s and I remember as a child really liking it. However now that I'm in my 30s and tried it out for the first time in a long time the food was very bland. From the fried mushrooms to the fish and chips and chicken fried steak. Every item seemed like it lacked seasoning. We drowned most of our proteins in sauce to give it some flavor but none of the components were that great. My husband also said he felt pretty sick afterwards and had to take meds to settle his stomach. I'm going to let Mama's Cafe live on in my memory as it was in the past and try not to think about the current food quality. I wouldn't venture back here, especially because there are so many great restaurants in town that serve similar food. read more

Went in thinking I'd give it another chance as restaurant is close to NE Baptist where my sister is presently at... And what a disaster at least w/my order: cup of beef stew??? Did not know you could mess such a simple thing up! So, not only was their 1 sole piece of beef wasn't pricey but a lil surprised at the amount of beef. Then I partook & I don't think I've ever had a soup with sssooo much black pepper that the right side of my face began to swell. And I have NO FOOD ALLERGIES! Now, I will say my husband was satisfied w/his meatloaf that is the reason for 2 stars. read more

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LOVE! This is definitely a spot to come visit. The ambiance is incredible & comfortable. The staff are all nice, respectful, and welcoming. The food is tasty, I really enjoyed the chicken fried steak & the fried green tomatoes. They have several items on the menu that can be make gluten free and I was not let down at all. My waitress took the time to explain the menu to us, as well as, to explain what can be made gluten free. She also took the time to explain why certain items could not be made gluten free. By far exceeded my expectations. The cheesecake is gluten free as well and definitely homemade. IT WAS SO GOOD! My husband had the burger & enjoyed it. He recommended it, stated it was "very good & juicy". read more

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Returning to Mama's Cafe is always fun. The service was great and as soon as we walked through the door we were seated. We got the fried mushrooms as an appetizer and they were very good as usual. I am searching for a replacement place for chicken-fried steak, since Good Time Charlie's is gone. So I ordered it here. It was pretty good but I thought it should have came with more mashed potatoes. It didn't quite make it to the level of Good Time Charley's, but it was okay. The sweet tea was really good and our waitress was right on top of everything. A good friendly atmosphere always greets you upon arrival. read more

We've seen mamas for a while and how it was always packed so we assumed it was good and finally got to give it a try today. Our 20min wait wasn't bad considering the crowd and our waiter was nice. Our food is where it kind of fell flat, I shared a burger with my kiddo since I wasn't super hungry and got it medium well with fries. It was an okay burger, about what I'd expect for a standard cheeseburger with some veggies. The fries weren't hot but weren't cold either, they at least had a nice crunch though which I enjoyed. My husband got the fried chicken sandwich and he said it was just okay, he didn't like the fries due to temp. The restaurant itself is cute, over all though I don't know that we'll be back due to the price point not matching food expectations. read more

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My food was undercooked and the meat was still pink inside. Very disappointed and unable to finish my meal. Please make sure food is cooked properly before serving. read more

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We arrived around 11:15am, and they were somewhat busy. We had a party of 7, and they were kind enough to seat us in back to back booths to avoid having to wait over an hour. Yes, it's a bit noisy, however to be expected for a busy spot. Xavier was our waiter, very attentive and friendly. Excellent service hands down. We order a mix of things from the menu, biscuit with a side of gravy, helluva mess breakfast, chicken fried steak, avocado BLT, and crispy chicken caesar salad. The food, AMAZING! So so good. We nearly ate everything on our plates even tho we were full. Didn't want to waste a bite. Hands down, if you're in the area, this place is a MUST! They do take reservations I found out, so call ahead. And ask for Xavier! He's fantastic! read more

Mama's Cafe - Chicken fried steak (smaller portion) - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Phenomenal. I would absolutely return if I'm ever in San Antonio again. As of writing this (June 2026) our waitress had only been there a few weeks and I would never have guessed. She was super friendly and knowledgeable. The tomato bisque was sooooo good. I wish I could have another bowl now that I'm sitting here thinking about it. They went out of their way to make us gluten free onion rings because we got there pretty late and it was slow. The waitress was so nice to explain why they don't typically do it as sometimes the batter doesn't stick well to the onion but they were AMAZING. The seasoning in that batter was sheer perfection. I don't think I would get the deviled eggs again. They were good, but they just weren't anything special. We also got the chicken fried chicken, also delicious, and I believe it was called a grilled steak salad? Also amazing. But we absolutely gorged ourselves on those onion rings. read more

My daughter and I visited Mama's Cafe and our meals were superb. My pancakes with maple syrup were great, the scrambled eggs and bacon on the side were great and the milk was fresh. My daughter loved her liver and onions with gravy, the gravy was made with some sort of wine, and the greens - oh those greens were too die for only thing missing was corn bread to go with those greens. My daughter ordered bisquits which were square (odd) but they were tasty. The homemade plum jam was excellent! She ordered the Sriracha onion rings (hot and did not taste good) which were a miss. Overall, our meals were great and the restaurant decor was interesting! I looked up above our table and there was a replica of Texas made out of wine corks on the ceiling. There was also an American flag replica another place on the ceiling, both were cute and there were a lot of metal tractor seats hanging on the wall. Our servers were very nice and offered menu selections that were point on. I ordered a cinnamon roll to go and my daughter ordered cheesecake. Overall, dining at Mama's was great. RECOMMEDATION: A definite return! read more

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The Yelp description is perfect when it says it's a Texas themed comfort food restaurant. Try the Crispy Deviled Eggs. With some additional salt sprinkled on top they're perfect. Chicken Fried Steak and Pot Roast were good too. Service was very friendly and attentive. read more

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Stopped in for lunch after an early round of golf and looking for some comfort food, I decided to stop in at Mama's and I'm glad I did. I hadn't been to Mama's in a few years and was hoping they were still putting out good food. I start off by ordering the fried mushrooms as an app and the meatloaf for my main course. The interior decor has stayed the same and gives off a welcoming vibe. The mushrooms come our first and are a nice golden brown on the outside, with a nice crunch when you bite into one which is then followed by the juiciness of the mushroom. Still as good as I remember. You are provided two dips, gravy and ranch dressing. The meatloaf comes out next, and it was served with two slices of loaf. Upon tasting, the loaf is nicely seasoned and moist. The mashed potatoes are also nicely whipped and buttered and hit the spot. The mac-n-cheese is very gooey and does not disappoint. Comfort food indeed! As a treat, I ordered their basque cheesecake and it was fabulous. They are one of the few restaurants that have that on their menu, so I recommend trying it if you like cheesecake. Overall, I really enjoyed this meal and look forward to coming back and trying some old faves. read more

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This place is so good! We come pretty often! The service is always great and the food is always delicious. They quickly seat you and orders come out pretty fast. It's a nice vibe in there. read more

Mama's Cafe - Avocado chicken melt, veggies, fries - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Delicious and perfect! Eggs are fluffy, perfectly prepared and plenty. The waffle is flaky, light and crispy. If you like more soft, gooey waffles, these are the opposite. I love light and flaky waffles do these were a highlight for me. The grits are savory. The service was perfection -- just enough checking on us to ensure that we never waited for anything without constantly interrupting our conversation. Honest recommendations made based on our palates. Well done! Comfortable atmosphere with a happy buzz. Love this gem. read more

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Howdy, folks! Hard to believe, but it was time for another monthly retirement luncheon with my teacher buddies from Carson Elementary School. I planned for us to go to a restaurant in New Braunfels that I have wanted to try. Unfortunately, they called me a few days before to tell me they were cancelling my reservation to close down and paint the restaurant. I happened to be with one of my fellow retirees, and she suggested Mama's Cafe. I was shocked. I used to love Mama's when it was on I-10. I had no idea they had reopened somewhere else. I made a reservation right away. The night before our luncheon, my friend called to tell me that they would not do separate checks for parties of six or more. I freaked out for a few, until I called Mama's and explained what was happeing. The fellow I spoke with told me not to worry about it, so I didn't. Hallelujah! It was pretty busy when I arrived just before 1:30. I had to park way in the back and hike to the front. To me a full parking lot is a sign of good food. I wasn't wrong. I ordered my favorite from the old location, liver and onions with mashed potatoes. It was cooked perfectly. They served brown gravy with the potatoes. I had a choice of cream gravy, but to me, that doesn't go with liver. Fortunately, the liver itself had onions that had been cooked in the juices on top, just like my own Mama made. If I had plugged my ears and covered my eyes, I could have believed it was 1974, I was 16, and I was eating dinner at my childhood home. To be honest, that is why I always liked it at the old location. If you don't cook liver like my mom, I don't want it! The husband of one of the teachers ordered the meatloaf. Y'all know that is my favorite food. I'm just a little skittish about ordering it in restaurants. I have been served some pretty bad meatloaf over the years. Anyway, he cut a bite of his meatloaf and passed it down on a bread plate for me to try. It was nothing like the perfect and probably world's best meatloaf that my darling wife makes for me. But, it was really good. I especially like the chunks of carrots that were put inside. It was moist and had a pleasant texture. I'm not sure what everyone else had. I didn't hear any negative comments. They all seemed happy. As they person who finds the venues and makes our arrangements, I think that is enough said! I'll be back. I'll get a better picture then! read more

Mama's Cafe - Terrible photo of my liver and onions - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I have never had a bad meal here. I love the pot roast and the chicken fried steak. Brunch is fantastic!! Great food, great staff!! Our waitress Xochitl...is the best in San Antonio! Will definitely be back! read more

We had not eaten here in a couple of decades but decided to come back due to hearing great things about the food. Driving into the parking lot, we found parking to be easy and plentiful. Then it was just a short walk to the entrance. Walking in, we were greeted immediately and told there just a few minutes wait. About the time we were about to sit down to wait, they were ready to seat us. We were taken into one of the back rooms for our table. Seating was chairs on one side and an uncomfortable straight bench on the other. Wait staff said they would be with us soon. Our waitress never really came to our table as she preferred to talk to us from a position by her computer where they placed the orders. My wife and I ordered the same thing, and it was prepared quickly and delivered to our table piping hot. I could see by my wife's face that she was not happy with what was delivered. Mine, on the other hand, was fine. Our waitress never really returned as she continued to wait on us from her computer. She brought us our bill, and we paid without really looking at it. Will I return? Not reviewing the bill was a mistake as our waitress charged us incorrectly. The restaurant has both a small and a large order of what we ordered, and we ordered the small version. However, she charged us for the large order. Also, the food left both of us with a greasy film on our tongues and an unflattering aftertaste. I guess that is why we had not been here in so long. read more

We went for a late lunch on a Saturday, got seated quickly, service was excellent. We tried the fried mushrooms as an appetizer and they were perfect! It is no wonder this is a signature appetizer for them. Crispy fried, soft, juicy inside, I barely got a picture! We had chicken fried chicken mashed potatoes. Nd bacon green beans for a meal. It was good, breaded and fried just right, but no flavor. I was surprised at how bland it is. I could add salt, pepper, and gravy to it , which was great but I was a bit disappointed. Mashed potatoes were not any better, and green beans were not good. I thought service, some of the food were really good. I always go a 2nd time to see if I caught them at a bad time or on an off day. They get high marks typically. read more

Mama's Cafe - Fried mushrooms - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Very cute spot, good vibes and great service. The bar has a great variety of options, plus boozy ice creams and coffees. Plenty of tables with both indoor and outdoor seating, lots of room for larger groups. Perfect place to hang out for happy hour! read more

Mama's Cafe - Hot Honey Fried Chicken plate & Fish & Chips - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Everything was great! Food, Service, and Environment was excellent. I recommend you eat here for home cooked meals. read more

Mama's Cafe - Menu - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Waiter name was Xavier he was nice and friendly checked in with us enough to avoid our glasses getting empty! Has country music playing low so you can still carry a conversation. Pancakes were good standard - never been a fan of watery syrup but it's what you expect a pancake to be! The country fried steak was spot on! Gravy was good, great portion for the plate and steak wasn't salty just perfect! Hash brown was fluffy no seasoning but scrambled with the eggs and the bacon I took from my son's plate made it perfect! read more

Mama's Cafe - Sitting area - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Mama's is absolutely worth the stop. CLEAN. REMODELED. Good foods. Good service. I often think of this place before or after the airport. Enjoy! read more

Came here for the holidays and luckily beat the rush around 10am on a Sunday! Parking can be annoying as it's 1 way diagonal parking in the front in but plenty of parking in the back so I recommend using that entrance. Service was amazing. Big shout out for our server Xavier for taking care of us despite how busy it was. Portions here are huge and delicious. Highly recommend the Ranch Hand and Papas Breakfast! The Ranch Hand was just enough pot roast to almost give you food coma Papas breakfast had me thinking it was one of the best chicken fried steaks I've had in a long time in the SATX area. Plenty of seating and can get kinda loud but it still felt homey with the cool decor. Will def be back. read more

Mama's Cafe - Ranch Hand Meal - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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If you're hankering for liver and onions, this is one of the only places left you can get them. I used to go to Jim's or Charlie's and they've both left so...mamas is a good alternative although there's not one close to me. read more

Great decor, nice, friendly ambiance, attentive waiters, patio dining, full bar & excellent food!!! Great place & O love the bottle cap Willie Nelson mural in the bar. read more

Mama's Cafe is a great restaurant, we came for brunch and I really enjoyed it, the whole experience was good and the staff was very welcoming. The atmosphere was super cool and clean. The food was delicious, like very good, it made me so happy! I got the blueberry pancakes breakfast and it was so yummy and hit the spot! In fact the flavor was unreal. Something I had never experienced. It truly shocked my nervous system and sent shivers down my spine, the texture, the crispness was more intense than my body could handle. My throat started burning and closing up abruptly, my eye watered and stomach aching. I pleaded with my tongue to stop, panicking I thought, how could something achieve such a delicious taste? I tried to scream but could speak. All I could do is continue shoveling more food down. The hashbrowns were inconceivable, and starting to liquefy my internal organs. I knew this was it. My final stand. I had to decide whether to finish my food and certainly perish or admit defeat. Life and death hinged on every bite and I could feel in the distance.. mama, laughing maniacally. she knew, of my delight and suffering. As my fork dropped and my plate finished, I knew my fate was sealed. My eternal struggle coming to a close, mama's blueberry pancakes had shattered my body, my mind in delusion, but my spirit still remained. 10 out of 10 mama's cafe is the best!! read more

This pains me to write. I was always a fan of the original restaurant. It wasn't going to win any awards, but was solid diner fare at a good price. Unfortunately, since the remodel/re-opening, the food hasn't improved and prices have increased significantly. Many of the menu items attempt to elevate the restaurant. However, in my experience these attempt fall short. We've experienced simple cooking mistakes with each of our visits. read more

Mama's Cafe - Burnt on the outside and raw in the middle. - American Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I met some friends here for dinner and we had a wonderful time! I've come to Mama's Cafe before, but they never disappoint. We all had different drinks from the bar menu including amaretto sour, whiskey sour, and pina colada, which were all good. We ordered the fried mushrooms with ranch on the side, and fried green tomatoes which came out quickly and hot. The appetizers were plentiful and delicious. For mains, we ordered meatloaf, shrimp and grits, Ribeye, and fried catfish. As we dug in the table was almost silent, as we enjoyed our plates of hot, delicious food. The greens were a standout, as well as the beautifully cooked ribeye steak. The service from our waiter Ethan, was excellent, but they work well as a team with more than one person offering assistance when we needed. The restaurant is casual and has a nice Texas flair. I always enjoy coming to Mama's Cafe and I look forward to my next visit. read more

This was a GREAT semi last minute mother's day breakfast reservation! I used Open Table the night before to see who still had reservations for breakfast. No complaints from us. My migas were very light and fresh tasting and the salsa was delish. Mom really enjoyed her hibiscus mimosa which I've not seen on another menu before! It wasn't too crowded and 9:30am but by the time we left and saw people waiting outside, we were glad we came early/made a reservation. read more

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Mama's Cafe is always going to be a good spot that I will bring anyone wanting a good meal in San Antonio. There is truly something for everyone and I have never had something that I have not enjoyed. The service, the food, the warm atmosphere are truly unmatched. From the appetizers, the mains, the sides (TRY THEIR BISCUITS O M G), and the desserts (our favorite is the oatmeal lace cookies with the vanilla bean ice cream) everything is absolutely superb. read more

Food is outstanding, service is great, expect a wait but if it's just two of you the barroom seating is first come first serve!

Fried mushrooms for sure. Ate pot roast. So moist and delicious. The tea was tasty also