When you're visiting a small country town, sometimes the best thing to do is explore the local eats--and that's how we ended up at Sam's Kitchen. At the time of our visit, they'd only been open about eight months, and you could tell they're off to a solid start.
The place was clean, nicely decorated, and felt up to date. Our greeter/waitress was warm and attentive, taking great care of us during our meal. The food arrived in a reasonable time, and while it didn't blow us away, it was enjoyable.
We shared the Meat Lovers Stromboli and tried the appetizer platter, which came with fried mushrooms, zucchini, mozzarella sticks, and French fries. It was tasty, but I'd suggest rethinking the presentation a bit--maybe swapping out the fries for something more signature like fried green tomatoes, okra, or pickles (some Southern charm!) and giving the platter a name to match its character.
All in all, it was a pleasant visit, and I'd be curious to return in the future to see how they've grown and fine-tuned their menu. read more