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    The Cornbread Cafe

    4.5 (37 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Heather H.

    We were really looking forward to trying Cornbread Cafe--new place, new experience, and all the expectations that come with wanting to support a local spot. Unfortunately, this visit just wasn't it. We were greeted and told to sit anywhere, which was fine. A server came by to take our drink order, only to let us know they were out of both drinks we originally wanted. No big deal--we pivoted. But then my sweet tea came with Splenda and no spoon to stir it, and silverware never made an appearance at all. What really sealed it, though, was the service--or lack of it. Another server spent close to 20 minutes chatting with a table about something completely unrelated to the restaurant while we sat there unnoticed. During that time, three separate parties were seated after us and were promptly given menus, silverware, and attentive service. We were never checked on again. After sitting there watching everyone else be taken care of, it became pretty clear we weren't going to be served that day. So we got up and left. I always hate sharing experiences like this because I truly want local businesses to succeed. But service matters just as much as the food, and sadly, this visit missed the mark entirely.

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    Marci N.

    Intimate bistro atmosphere, old school blues gently playing, fans wafting cool air and the smell of home cooking. Yes sometimes it's nice not to be in a chain restaurant or cooking at home, just in the moment of pure relaxation. This is how a Sunday morning should be. Service is personal, like they have known you forever, it's the South Carolina way. As an outsider, I relish in this experience, because it exists nowhere else I have ever lived. Now the food.. They will make it any way you want.. This is what perfection tastes like.

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    Deborah C.

    We were on way home from Family vaca in Myrtle Beach. Found this on help. So glad we did . Ambience Is very nice. Service was exceptional . Good was delicious . I am added this place to our favorites .

    Pimento Cheeseburger with sweet potato fries
    Ron V.

    Stopped in for the first time today for lunch. I've been looking forward to trying this place since they opened. It was Valentine's Day and my wife and I were heading to another restaurant but the traffic was so crazy at lunchtime we decided to hit Elgin. It's a small restaurant with some small tables seating 2 and 4 people and they've got two larger tables if you have a larger group of 6 or possibly 8. It wasn't very crowded today with only about 5 tables working. We walked in and saw the daily special was chicken and dumplings with black eyed peas. My wife and I both decided that is what we would order. She isn't a huge fan of southern cooking and didn't see much anything else on the lunch menu except the Chicken and Dumplings or the Cobb Salad. The waitress came to take our order and we said we'd like the Chicken and Dumplings. She said we're out of that. Now it was 11:58 at the time...they opened at 11AM....and in 58 minutes they were out of the daily special. We were not impressed. So my wife ordered the Cobb salad. The waitress said we don't have any salads because the salad truck hadn't delivered them. Ok..now they're 0-2! She settled for the pimento burger without pimento cheese with a side of sweet potato fries. I opted for the Bourbon bacon burger with a side of Cowboy beans. She brought us each out a complimentary hoe cake which was good. The burgers were huge...and they were cooked well done as we liked them. It seemed like they were almost a 1/2 pound. Mine had two tomatoes, lettuce, bacon and I could hardly get it into my mouth it was so big. My wife said her burger was good and finished about half of it. The Cowboy beans were very good and also her fries. Waitress was ok but really never came by just to check on our food..but she did ask me if I wanted a refill on my tea when we were almost finished eating. They have a decent looking night menu. I would've liked to have tried their pork chop sandwich instead of the burger. My biggest complaint though is being out of your daily special after only being open for 58 minutes. I'm not sure if I'll return or not.

    Pull Pork with beans
    CoKoa C.

    This cafe was awesome. The food was delicious. The customer service was warm and welcoming. This cafe is tucked away in a small town with a small town feel. I can't wait to go back

    Kid's Mac and cheese

    Very quaint restaurant with cozy decor and friendly employees. The food was great! Cornbread is sweet. The edges almost tasted like cookies. We went for dinner and tried the fried chicken and étouffée. The fried chicken was crispy and cooked perfectly. Their coleslaw was crunchy, creamy, and had a zip of vinegar. Their Mac and cheese is very yummy! The étouffée had a southern twist, served over grits. Very warming and comforting meal. Also it was a big portion and filling. We had a piece of berry pie for dessert which had a delicious crumble crust/topping that resembled a berry crisp. Definitely recommend this restaurant. It's tucked away slightly off the main road, but what a gem for Elgin. We are looking forward to visiting again to try their lunch menu.

    Country fried steak with sawmill sausage heavy, amazing mac & cheese and cowboy beans

    There is a very nice family atmosphere. Friendly service and amazing food. The mac and cheese was the best I have ever tasted.

    Dinner special -- baked spaghetti

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    You will l not leave here feeling hungry! Food is delicious and I love the way it is decorated! Owners are very nice and excellent service!

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    Everything was delicious. The service was excellent. They had the best beef brisket that I've ever tasted.

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    Great food! Brunch was Amazing! Customer service was exceptional! Can't wait to go back for seconds!

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    highly recommended Really good experience including excellent food and great service. Will be back!

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    Food was delicious!! Our waitress was wonderful!! It was a bit pricey, but not outrageous.

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    Food is amazing, service is friendly and fast. Atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Would highly recommend.

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