THIS is the sandwich I've been craving!
I'd noticed this restaurant the last few times I went through Scottsboro and found them on the internet. I was intrigued by their menu and image and resolved to try them soon. I will definitely be back! I've had a hard time finding a go-to spot in Scottsboro but I think my search is over.
They have adorable signage and decor and lots of cute little gifts to peruse while you wait for your food. Service was so nice and patient and helped me learn the ropes during my visit. They have a focused menu of sandwiches and also offer a cookie of the day or soft serve ice cream for dessert. The atmosphere felt super inviting as they let me eat my sandwich and hang out before paying, which I find is uncommon but nice at an order at the counter place like this. Jt felt like they wanted me to be there, which was nice. It's quiet inside and I could see myself writing or reading here. They were kind enough to bring my meal to me and even bus my table, which was not expected but definitely appreciated. Given the nearness of the nearby "The Well" church, I can't help but wonder if they're affiliated with each other.
I ordered the "Granny" without the apples - making it a turkey sandwich with Gouda, bacon, lettuce, and a spicy aioli. The apple sounds like an interesting addition and I'm sure is what gave this sandwich its name, but I wasn't feeling the apples on this visit. Maybe someday. I had kettle chips and a canned drink to complete my meal.
This sandwich was SO GOOD. The bread was soft and slightly chewy. The turkey had absolutely no funk or sliminess, just tasty, slightly thickly cut slices of meat that paired perfectly with the smoky strips of bacon. The spicy aioli was addictive and even though the sandwich was served cold (my preference), the Gouda had a rich, melty quality that melded things together perfectly. I LOVED this sandwich.
I grabbed a cookie of the day (biscoff) on my way out. This wasn't quite a 5/5 cookie (it was a little on the dry/crunchy side for me), but I still enjoyed it.
I've been thinking about that sandwich for days. Excited for the next time I'm in Scottsboro because I will be coming back for more! read more