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The Shanty Cafe

4.6 (33 reviews)
Closed • 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Sourdough English muffin breakfast sandwich

Ended up in Darien for a night after a detour because of the wildfires. So impressed by this place. Excellent coffee offerings and breakfast sandwiches on homemade sourdough English muffins.

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Shannon S.

Cute, quaint atmosphere!! Friendly service!! I had the chai latte....best I've had yet!!! My husband had the breakfast burrito and said it was excellent too!! We will definitely be back!!

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Cindy B.

Oh my goodness! I don't even know where to start! This place is phenomenal! The food is out of this world, the atmosphere is fantastic, and the people are amazing! If you havent yet tried their Loaded Avocado Toast, you owe it to yourself to try it! It was like a party in my mouth No lie! The best thing I've ever put in my mouth! Now that I've discovered it, I'll be eating there often!!!

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Nicole R.

Delightful cafe located in small town Darien, GA. Staff and owners were very welcoming and accommodated our large group with outside seating. Coffee was delicious and food was freshly cooked. Everyone enjoyed their breakfast selections. Loved the outdoor seating with views of the moss trees. Good breakfast/ brunch location, highly recommend.

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Anna Marie P.

Quiche was delicious. Salad was fresh and yummy. Counter order and then delivery to your table. We sat outside on this beautiful spring day. We would recommend. Not difficult to get on and off I-95

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Dallas E.

To start, the girls working were so sweet and friendly and patient. The cold brew was very tasty, not too strong not too watered down. The caprese, avocado toast and the quiche were all so good. Lovely, peaceful establishment. And the girl behind the counter made the delicious muffins!

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Good fresh breakfast made to order. We didn't make it in time for the pastries. Seemed like a really cute spot for coffee.

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Sweet, southern little coffee shop. Friendly service, excellent peach and strawberry muffins!

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3 years ago

A must visit spot if you're traveling north/south on 95. Delicious food, nice people and a wonderful ambiance!

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simply fresh, delicious food and really lovely staff! highly recommend this stop :) plus they have a great outdoor deck

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