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The food here is exceptional. In my opinion I would never try to compare this to Cracker Barrel, other than the eclectic collection of rustic antiques maybe and the small gift shop from local craftsman. I was able to enjoy the breakfast brunch sampler which included ham and cheese quiche, a tomato pie, and a strawberry crêpe with fresh fruit. I appreciated the selection of quality teas, locally made dessert options also a plus. Not sure why yelpers have been so up appreciate this locally owned business. So I do hope that you guys will read through some these reviews with an open mind. We waited, probably about 20 minutes to be seated, which isn't too bad, especially without reservations and as another yelper mentioned wait times. The prices were very reasonable compared to some of the mass chain restaurants you find or even other spots outside of Mentone. The only critique I have would be for our server savanah. She kind of rushed us a little bit with bringing us a check before we were quite finished. I chalk it up to her being young and maybe not as experienced, but she was very friendly.
You need to at this to your bucket list of eateries. You can bring your own booze too since they do not sale alcohol. Don't let them stop you tho the food is absolutely amazing. One of the best date night places you can pick. Very professional staff and the ambiance is warm and comfy. I've been wanting to go back for some time now. It's def worth the drive.
I would drive to Mentone just to eat at this restaurant!! Exceptional food & service, & loved the cute & eclectic interior! I also personally loved that I was able to buy a La Croix with my meal! I was also surprised at the fast speed of service. We went at 11:15 on a Saturday morning & had a 30 minute wait.
This is a quirky little eatery with a limited menu and things to purchase inside. There are quite a few watercolor paintings and a few other knickknacks including homemade goats milk soap. My girlfriend got the tomato pie and a mixed green salad with blue cheese dressing. I got the grilled ham and cheese sandwich with bacon, served on sourdough bread, and a side of kettle chips. I also got a mixed green salad with blue cheese dressing. We got an appetizer of Heavenly Parmesan Dipping sauce which comes with nine yeast rolls for dipping. The appetizer of yeast rolls with the Parmesan dipping sauce was very good. The rolls were freshly baked, soft and the Parmesan dipping sauce was a cheesy delight. The mixed green salads were good. The greens appear to be locally sourced, were fresh and the blue cheese dressing was very good. My girlfriend really liked her tomato pie. She said it tasted good. I enjoyed the toasted ham and cheese sandwich with bacon. The bread was toasted really well and the bacon was very crispy. It comes topped with a honey mustard sauce which compliments the sandwich well. The kettle chips were good. Service was very good here and our server was very attentive. We also got pie to go. I got the peanut butter pie which came with a side of chocolate sauce. It was very good and tasty. It's very rich and glad I got it to go for later eating. My girlfriend got the buttermilk pie and said it was excellent. If you're visiting Mentone, I highly recommend you visit Wildflower Cafe. They were a little busy when we arrived. Lunch menu is 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on Friday and Saturday and no reservations are required. Dinner menu is 4:00 to 8:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and they highly recommend reservations. We arrived around 2:00 pm on a Friday. Recommended.
Very relaxing, inviting...country/hippie vibes surrounded by nature. The food is homemade. There's live music. The building, itself has been standing since 1887....a very unique, historical joint you shouldn't pass up while in the area.
It's absolutely gorgeous in Mentone. This place is so quaint. I love the various rooms and all the decor. The mountain shrimp grits were the best thing we had. Utterly delicious- it was like a southern take on shrimp risotto. And even though it was an appetizer, the portion was so huge you could easily have it as your meal. The tomato pie filling was delicious, but the crust was soggy and mealy. The burger was tasty but overcooked and dry.
My wife and I ate here for Valentine's Day with reservations because we rented a house nearby for the weekend. Reservations are recommended because there are very few dining options in the area, so they have a bit of a monopoly from what I could tell. My wife enjoyed the kitschiness of this place. While I certainly enjoy kitschiness when done right, I found this place to be a hot mess selling itself as kitschy. Or as they say on one of their signs, a "hippy Cracker Barrel." While that sounds clever, the experience of this place came across, to me, as messy, dirty, and unkept. We ordered rolls with a cheese sauce as an appetizer. It did not make a good first impression. I'm fairly certain the rolls we received were of the frozen variety. The flavor and texture were abysmal. The cheese sauce was just an odd accompaniment. It would be great with nachos, but rolls? I ordered a filet with mashed potatoes and rice pilaf (because the vegetables offered did not appeal to me) which came with a side salad. The salad was lukewarm and consisted mostly of mesclun and spinach, which may sound ok, but with the temperature being off, everything was limp and created a weird mouthfeel. My wife's meal came with soup, which she said enjoyed. Overall, our respective entrees were good. They cooked my steak properly, so that's a plus, but overall there was nothing special about how it was prepared or served. (See pics) They also cooked the salmon well (see pics) and my wife said enjoyed that too. For dessert, my wife had a pecan pie, which she shared with me. It was tasty but too sweet for my liking, but that's not a commentary on the pie itself. My wife enjoyed it. Lastly, our server was a very pleasant woman, who provided great service throughout our meal. In conclusion, I think the choice to dine here is ultimately a matter of personal preference and what dining options you have. I wouldn't eat here again - the atmosphere was just weird/off-putting and the quality/flavor of the food was just meh. I've simply had better food at chain restaurants. You know, like Cracker Barrel.
Wow, how could you imagine such spectacular food in the mountains of Alabama? Absolutely delicious! I had the added honor of having my food prepared by Moon herself. The Peanut-butter pie was so silky smooth and just the right amount of chocolate and whip to amplify the flavor. Sitting in repurposed bus seats was a fun nostalgic touch. A gem worth traveling for.
3 years ago
We were on our way back to SC after leaving Huntsville and have always liked Mentone. So we decided to have dinner. This was a real gem. They are known for their tomato pie, we split the Loaded Tomato Pie and had tomato bisque. It was all good. Grace was our waitress and she did a great job. We hope to come again! read more
2 years ago
My family had been wanting to go to this restaurant for some time and we loved it. The shrimp and grits was delicious and well seasoned, the chicken salad wrap was tasty and the salad was super fresh and flavorful! read more
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We would recommend!! We made reservations (by phone only-they called us back when we left a message). We were advised that they do not serve alcohol, but you are welcome to bring your own. We were there Friday night 30 minutes before our reservations. The Hostess was very friendly, and it was not a problem. It was obvious that there are regulars by the family like reception the group behind us received. My husband almost always asks the server, "What's your favorite thing on the menu." Unless they say chicken tenders, this is very successful. Our server said that the BBQ bacon smothered chicken and loaded tomato pie over angel hair pasta was her favorites. Of course, that was what we ordered. Our server brought a wine bottle opener and 2 wine glasses for our wine that we brought with us. We were charged $0 for a corking fee. This was appreciated. The homemade blue cheese was amazing!! Both meals were delicious. Other reviews said the sides were cold. I would prefer that the squash and smashed potatoes were warmer. The other reviews discussed paper plates. No worries, our food came on real. glass plates. There were also reviews that the food took too long. From our experience, I don't think so. We finished our meal with a very rich peanut butter pie and a to go box. read more
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It has been a week and I am still thinking about their peanut butter pie. I enjoyed my tomato pie salad, but it's the peanut butter pie that has me hooked read more
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The Wildflower Cafe was recommended to us by many locals during our stay in Mentone. We arrived at the perfect time (11 AM) with only a 15 minute wait. It's a very quirky restaurant with a store throughout that you can browse while waiting for your table. I was really excited to try the Pesto Grilled Cheese, but they were out of pesto. It was still a good meal but I imagine the pesto made it better. The chicken and rice soup was delicious and perfect for a cold day. From the moment we sat at our table, our service was poor. We ordered drinks twice because the waitress forgot she already took our order. She never brought out the coffee. The food was slow but I am very understanding of a potentially short-staffed day and was not upset. It wasn't until the 2 tables next to us (who arrived after us) got their food, checks, and left before we received our food. When we asked for the checks, it took 30+ minutes. The manager was walking around asking everyone about their experience and we expressed concern about our checks. She said it was because our checks were split and this was normal to wait this long. Overall, I was let down by my experience. While the food was good, the service was really lacking. read more
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The cutest little cafe!! Our group tried their famous tomato pie and it was delicious. We all had the strawberry lemonade which was very refreshing. There's a cute gift shop in the restaurant and across the road there is a shopping area featuring local crafts. Perfect fall afternoon in North Alabama. read more
2 years ago
Everyone always raves about Wildflower Cafe. Everyone. When we told people about our upcoming visit to Mentone, AL. Wildflower was the first thing even before the falls. Yes, it does live up to expectation. Whats even better, order it to go. We ordered Tomato Pie to go, it was exactly was a slice of tomato pie should be. Cheesy, tomato-y, amazing, and delicious. Tomato pie is one of those hit or miss, but fresh tomatoes and basil in a homemade pie crust and a cheesy amazing topping. Yes, please, actually bring me a whole pie. We also ordered a piece of peanut butter pie and chess pie. The peanut butter pie was SO rich and so delicious. It had every aspect of deliciousness that you are looking for when eating a slice of pie. The true winner, is the homemade chess pie. If your a huge fan of chess pie like I am you will understand how wonderful this pie is. I think I could easily eat the entire pie, with no regrets. The restaurant and store itself is absolutely adorable! This alone would be a reason to come back, its nestled in this like area with lots of greenery and has so much rustic, dive, hipster, southern comfort feel to it. We love it! All the tables and chairs are different, and the wait staff are just amazing. So helpful and SO nice. We will definitely be back, especially to order the pies to go. Those are just way too good. read more
5 years ago
Heard a lot about wildflower cafe before deciding to ride up there. We drove about an hour and enjoyed the scenery on the way up. The food was fantastic and the restaurant was very accommodating for my 2 small children. I got a burger and my wife got pasta. We both got desert, the peanut butter pie and buttermilk custard. We strongly recommend everything they offer and a fantastic gift shop area. Just a short walk or drive from some beautiful sights. The wait was very bareable (30 minutes) and the live music was a huge plus, even played music for my children. read more
Sometimes I feel restaurants get really overhyped...but this is not one of those times. Wildflower Cafe really does deserve all the press it gets. We visited over my spring break. My family and I have been desperate to try this place; we tried once before around Thanksgiving but they were simply too busy. Get a reservation if you ever plan on coming at a time where they MIGHT be seeing a lot of people. However, on a quiet Wednesday afternoon, we had no problems getting in. The gentleman who showed us to our table was very friendly and polite and told us about some of the quirky art in the front room. The Wildflower Cafe is a quirky place, overall: a kind of dilapidated exterior, lots of wacky sculptures and paintings and pictures...it suits this artsy little mountain town. Our waitress was friendly. She seemed to be working alone, which made her a little bit slower than would be absolutely ideal, but we weren't in a rush, so no worries. We started with the home cooked kettle chips and ranch. $7 bucks seemed a bit high, but after we saw the portion size and ate a couple of the delightfully crunchy, salty chips, we were won over. Really good! I had a sweet tea to drink. Good tea, though if I'm being extra nit picky I'd say there was way too much ice in the glass. Again, not a huge deal. I had the grilled cheese with bacon. It was amaaaaazing! Really solid, not funky/artificial cheddar cheese, crusty bread absolutely saturated with butter or mayonnaise (not sure how they prefer to make grilled cheese but either way it made the bread super smooth and rich tasting), and the bacon was the perfect amount of crispness, nice and smoky. More kettle chips, too, to sop up every remaining drop of ranch. My parents shared the brunch sampler, which comes with a piece of quiche, tomato pie, fresh fruit, and a strawberry crepe. The fruit was surprisingly good for the time of year (early March). Although they liked both the quiche and the tomato pie, they surprised themselves in preferring the quiche. Although Wildflower Cafe is famous for tomato pie, it couldn't compare to the gooey, rich goodness of the ham and cheese quiche. The crepe was also delightful - hot, super thin, and with definitely homemade strawberry spread and cream cheese on the inside. We finished it off with a slice of derby pie for dessert. It was served almost a little too hot, as the syrup oozed all over the plate, but it still had a lovely balance of chocolate and pecan flavor, the whipped cream was fresh and light, and the crust was super buttery. A note about the price - it is a little expensive, but I didn't see any nearby grocery store, so I imagine getting ingredients that are obviously so high quality and fresh up here is no cheap feat. Also, it's obvious great care and thought is put into every single dish. In my book, it's well worth it! I can't wait to return. read more
2 years ago
When you're on top of a mountain in the middle of nowhere in Northeast Alabama the last thing you would expect to find is an adorable little hippie style restaurant out in the middle of woods serving high-quality food. The wildflower café lives up to its name as does its owner are adorable young lady by the name of "moon". Her specialty is unique in itself, tomato pie, and Believe me don't knock it till you've tried it it is great. read more
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Got a wonderful treat yesterday! My mom in Alabama and I decided to meet in Mentone, AL. It's about halfway between our homes and we have seen each other due to Covid. We had enjoyed our visits to the Wildflower Cafe so much previously, we decided to make it our destination for a visit. When we pulled in, we were very happy to find the restaurant open, and serving inside. They only were allowing a third of their tables to be sat, for the safety of their customers and their staff. From what we could tell, they were taking every precaution. We both already had an idea of what we wanted. Their menu is such that whatever you decide on, the other options haunt you until you can get back, lol. My mom decided on the Tomato pie and a side salad, which came with fresh parmesan slivers. I decided on the creamy tomato basil bisque and pesto provolone grilled cheese sandwich. Both were so delicious!!!! We didn't want to end our visit, so we ordered a piece of their peanut butter pie and coffee. Oh my goodness. Seriously rich and oh so tasty!!! While we relaxed over our desert, the restaurant owner Moon came by and we had a nice chat about our wonderful memories at her place. She said it will be a while before things are back to "normal"....John, the guitar fellow wants to come back when it's safe to visit the tables, singing along with patrons like ourselves and playing his guitar. Until then, it will be a quieter time, immersed in the beauty of the restaurant's natural setting, wonderful artwork, and in the warmth of the great staff. Soon Moon, soon. I highly recommend making this little restaurant a destination if you are in North Georgia, North Alabama, or if you are lucky enough to be in Mentone! You won't be disappointed! Love y'all! "Edith" read more
4 years ago
My favorite restaurant in Mentone Alabama!! You have to try the tomato pie because it is ABSOLUTELY delicious!! Make sure to get a reservation or get there early because this place fills up fast!! read more
6 years ago
Me, my sister, and mom are visiting Mentone for the weekend and we were automatically drawn to the the Wildflower Cafe. They have a diverse menu and so many options for beverages. The strawberry lemonade was the best strawberry lemonade I have ever had, and I may be calling in an order for it every day while we're here. My entree was the Sesame Kale Burger. It had a sesame bun, locally sourced kale, avocado, portobello mushroom, and an aioli sauce. It was INCREDIBLE. I would highly recommend it. I can't wait to come back when dine-in is available and receive the total experience. However, it was still a wonderful time. **ALSO: They used sustainable packaging. Woop woop!! read more
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Great little mountain cafe, i had the BBQ bacon burger the meat used in this hamburger was phenomenal and the thick cut potato chips were a hit. I also had the buttermilk pie it was a creamy chunk of goodness that really tasted like buttermilk. Service was on point and the prices were really fair. If im ever in mentone i would defiantly go back. read more
Great little place for a brunch/lunch getaway. Small menu, but great choices. Tomato salad was fantastic and that was someone's else's plate. I had an awesome ham and cheese on sourdough bread. This was not a regular sandwich. It was larger than the norm and still delicious. Ham was sliced and topped with ooey gooey cheddar cheese. To top it off I had a sundae that was served with 3 scoops of ice cream and hot fudge sauce. I would recommend this place if you are looking for a simple getaway from your routine. Get there early. They don't have many tables, and the ones do have fill up quickly. read more
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6007 Al Hwy 117
Mentone, AL 35984
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(256) 634-0066
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