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Tanners Historic Cafe

4.7 (19 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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TANNERS HISTORIC CAFE ATMOSPHERE

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Casual
Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

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View of the courthouse, across the street from the restaurant

Nice destination for riding day. The food was good, and the staff was friendly. My glass was kept full throughout the entire meal.. the restaurant is an older building, but there was lots of memorabilia to look at.

Double cheeseburger and fries
Alex E.

Absolutely delicious hamburgers, made fresh and to order. Onion rings and fries were great too. My kids enjoyed the chili fries. Staff was friendly and attentive and food was made quickly. Super cute historic building too!

A full dining room full of happy customers.
RK B.

This place was packed, but I'd say they could seat about 50 to 60 people probably. There.was.no wait and the service was really good. My wife had the BBq burger and fries and I ordered the chicken salad sandwich and a side salad. I didn't get photos of the food because it was so good I forgot all about needing those for my review. The side salad was huge and get this....not only did it have delicious bacon (real bacon!) on it, but there was not a single piece of bad lettuce. Not a brown spot, not a crusty brown end, nothing- which is pretty rare these days anywhere you go. Every single piece of lettuce, bacon, cheese and tomato was fantastically fresh! The burger was made with good beef and was loaded up with cheese slices and bacon and the cheese was actually melted. The chicken salad was amazing - it was cold,.fresh, with tiny little pieces of yellow bell pepper. The owner came.over and talked with us for a bit and when asked, said that the chicken salad was his wife's own recipe. He told us that today was the end of their first six weeks as the new owner and we told him that Tanners and Wartburg were very lucky that he and his wife took over.we didn't get his name, but maybe when we go back....because we will absolutely be back!!! They have done an amazing job renovating the old building and brining Tanners back to its glory days!

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Elizabeth M.

Cute little bit of historic Wartburg! I finally visited and made sure to try the much recommended burger and fries--delicious! Next time will be the ice cream. Service is straightforward and down to business. The ladies were very nice and helpful with everything.

The food here is very good! I have gotten the wings and few times ever since the new owners took over and they are amazing! The owners are very friendly and interactive with all the guest! This place is really a hidden jem and is going somewhere for sure!

LaFollette B.

Really nice find! I always look for these little lunch spots on the square in small towns. This one is a perfect example. Run by women who have good chicken salad, chili, and ice cream specialties. Well done ladies! I will be back. PS: As I expected the bathrooms were spotless! I suspect the kitchen is as well!

the interior of the restaurant

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4 months ago

Found this during charming little place while exploring the area. Good honest food and cool building. We will definitely visit again.

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What a delightful spot! Very friendly staff, perfectly cooked burgers, and delicious and well-presented icecream dessert!

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2 years ago

We only had ice cream but it was delicious. The atmosphere is amazing. I especially love the service.

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4 years ago

Had a vanilla malt real ice cream and soda shop. Had a bratwurst and peppers Just a great experience

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Tennessee Jed's - Soda Area

Soda Area

Tennessee Jed's - Best Ruben!!

Best Ruben!!

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4.4(16 reviews)
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Chuck's Deli - Inside food counter

Inside food counter

Chuck's Deli - Fried pickles

Fried pickles

Chuck's Deli - Cheeseburger with onion rings. Yes that's a fork and knife. I questioned it too until I tried to pick up the burger.

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Cheeseburger with onion rings. Yes that's a fork and knife. I questioned it too until I tried to pick up the burger.

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