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    Carnival Cafe

    4.5 (24 reviews)
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    CARNIVAL CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Fried oreos

    The food was all very tasty. Good specials so I tried one of the burgers from the specials. Great fried oreos for dessert. Some of the young staff seemed like they didn't really want to be there but everyone was nice enough.

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    Jen C.

    We ordered 2 burgers, the Chipotle Ranch Bacon Burger and the Rodeo Burger. Both came with a side of fries, and both were very enjoyable. I would go again without hesitation. They also had several different funnelcakes, but the burgers didn't leave us any room to try them.

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    You'll miss this place if you aren't paying attention...a couple miles west of Rogersville with basic signage and it sits a bit below the road level. This is probably why I've never seen a crowd here before. And that's a shame. In a town that is *really* lacking in good restaurants, this is the standout. Don't get me wrong, you aren't going to be blown away, but it's probably the best value in the area. You'll have to go to Greene County to beat it. Speaking of value, prices are higher than a country food place, but if you stick with simple items, say cheeseburger and fries, you'll barely spend more than fast food. And to the food. Fresh cooked. Once again, you won't be talking about this for days, but you'll be perfectly happy with what you get. Staff is super nice and parking is easy since I've never seen more than one or two people here at the same time. Hope this doesn't indicate the place may not be around too much longer. A nice touch is the view. There are also picnic tables for outside eating when the weather is nice. All in all probably the best kept restaurant secret in the Rogersville area.

    Rhonda H.

    This is a really good little treasure, on Hwy 11W (heading thru Rogersville) it's barely noticeable in a way ... New, Big-Top Tent, with Big Red signage would be appropriate and be much more noticeable. So, the server & cashier is Professional, Knowledgeable, Quick, and a sweet, Southern gal. The food is an Amazing version of real Carnival type food. Lots of deep-fried goodies, like french fries, Onion Rings, Fried Pickles, Oreos, Twinkies, and so on. We had burgers, which was good. The Dipped & Deep Fried Portabello Mushrooms are awesome! I gave a great word on this place but rated only 3 -- BECAUSE ... There virtually no real Healthy choices on the menu, even tho' it Is Carnival food, and b/c I really did not like the buns ... Dry, thick with a lot of breading, and a lot of crumbs -- not sure what you call those. But the lack of "Something Healthy" makes me downgrade one star, as I wanted to give them a 4-Star Rating. FYI: (Rarely do I give a 5-Star Rating, unless there is "No Improvement Needed."

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    2 years ago

    Best Philly this side of heaven. Really good grub and nicest folks ever. Nice ambiance and clean and cozy too.

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    2 years ago

    Food made to order! Fresh, hot, & cooked the way you ask and what you ask for! Great customer service!I wish we had one in my home town!

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    2 years ago

    The chicken tenders are so bomb. Not to mention the ranch is to DIE for it is so good.!

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    3 years ago

    Got a Philly here. Great place. Everyone that was working here seemed happy to be here. Highly recommended.

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    8 years ago

    Ate there for the first time the other day and the service was great. And the food was absolutely delicious.

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    I love this place. The service is great. The food is consistent in quality. Always hot, fresh, and delicious.

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