I meant to leave this on Yelp earlier and apparently never hit "send," so here it is -- and I'm…read moreadding a quick update from a second visit as well.
First visit:
Chris's Midtown Café in Chadbourn, North Carolina, is absolutely worth a stop. There's a convenient parking lot right out front, along with plenty of street parking. The moment you walk in, you're greeted by a clean, welcoming space and friendly smiles that set the tone for a great visit.
Inside, there's an ice cream counter featuring some unique flavors -- one that really stood out was grape. I'd never tried grape ice cream before, but it was phenomenal. The café also includes a coffee and bakery section called The Sweet Spot, where they're planning to add even more treats in the coming weeks. I'm already looking forward to stopping back by to see what's new.
Beyond sweets, the café offers a full menu of savory, home-style favorites, including fried pork chops and a hot bar serving hearty, home-cooked meals. I went with the cheeseburger topped with their homemade chili, and it was perfection -- exactly how a burger should be: juicy, flavorful, and downright delicious.
Second visit (breakfast stop):
I happened to drive by one morning and saw they were open. I had a little time, so I turned around and went back -- and I'm glad I did.
I ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich and it was excellent. The bread was fluffy and fresh, the bacon was thick and substantial -- not that thin little pancake-house bacon -- and the egg was cooked perfectly. Everything came together just right.
You can definitely put them on your radar for a quick breakfast stop, too.
Pro tip: call ahead and they'll have it ready when you get there.
If you're ever passing through Chadbourn -- especially if you're headed toward Myrtle Beach -- do yourself a favor and stop at Chris's Midtown Café. Easy to pull in, great food, friendly atmosphere, and you'll leave satisfied.