Can't believe we haven't found this quaint 'lil restaurant before now. This is definitely going to…read morebe a regular spot for us. Had to get bloodwork done at 6:30am, so afterwards we were close to here and craving breakfast, so it was a no-brainer to stop in here. Having been born and raised in Mississippi, I am always on the hunt for some good southern homestyle cooking and I for sure found it here. First, everything about the outside and inside of the restaurant reminded me of all the lil mom and pop restaurants I was raised going to. Great nostalgia for me. Now was the food going to live up to what the place looked like?? YES! So I went in craving breakfast and then what did my little eye spy on the menu? An open-faced roast beef sandwich and they service breakfast and lunch all day? Well, yes, please and thank you! Forget brekkie, I went straight for that open-faced roast beef with fried and all of it covered in gravy. OH MY! I'm talking this is the kinda food that (as we say in the Deep South) makes you wanna slap your momma! The bread was piled high with fresh roast beef. The fries were steak fries which are my favorite. The gravy topping everything was just the chef's kiss to set everything off! So many things I want to try on the menu, but I think it's going to be a while before I order anything other than that open-faced roast beef! Hubby had scrambled eggs, toast, hash (his fav brekkie food and he asked for it crispy - they delivered), and breakfast potatoes. He said everything was great and that it's the best hash he's had. I have never been a fan of hash, but I always try it. This has I would definitely eat. It was good. Can't say I'd order it myself because I'm just not a fan, but if this is the breakfast that was served to me, I definitely wouldn't turn my nose up at it. Anyway, two big thumbs up from hubby. Wheelchair friendly. Clean restrooms. Great service from our attentive and sweet server. Food came out very fast. I also much mention the Diet Coke. You know how some are just better from certain fountains? Yes, this was one of those cold fountain Coke's that was just so good. It really hit different. I ordered water as per usual because I try to not drink soda too much, especially while I eat, but hubby mentioned how good it was so, of course I had to try it. He was right. Very good indeed. If you are in the area, don't miss out on this lil restaurant. You will not be disappointed! The only negative thing I can say is they are only open until 3pm on weekdays and only until 2pm on the weekends. Guess that's a good complaint though. LOL Sure wish they were open for dinner too b/c we'd really be eating here a lot!!

Finally stopped in and was so glad I did. I knew they did breakfast all day so wanted to give the…read morerest of my party the option. Cute family dinner, a throwback to easier times. We started with cheese curds and both decided on sandwiches. I did a tuna melt on rye with Swiss, my sister ordered the market club. Both were delicious. Fries, tots and onion rings are side choices. Daily specials and soups are available. The service was spot on, def a place to become a regular at! Can't wait to go back and try something else.

The ambiance, service, and food were outstanding!…read more Kyle was our server, and couldn't have been more attentive, and pleasant. It was the beginning of dinner time, and a little slow, but the wait staff was very responsive to all the diners in the restaurant. We started with the focaccia w/ leftover oil, and it was quite good. For dinner, my wife had the chicken pot pie w/ grilled chicken, and I had the shrimp and grits... delicious. I highly recommend The Old Jailhouse!

We had a good experience here with a group of 7 of us . Our server was nice but a bit aloof and…read moremundane . I wish he would have told us about the tip already included on the bill but our friend pointed it out to us to make sure we didn't double tip. It was extremely hot in the restaurant for whatever reason and they played murder she wrote on the tv. They had a good selection of drafts and it was pretty busy as there was a festival happening in downtown Sanford . The food was the star of the night . We got the deconstructed bruschetta which was divine and then a pasta and mushroom dish . Mushroom gnocchi. Wow ! It was soooo yummy ! Really good flavors . Rich and I love mushrooms so it was a win win. I'm not rushing to come back, but the food was good!

Loved the decor in here. I could tell it was an Irish pub just by the furnishing, so they hit the…read morenail on the head with that. I got the absinthe mule and it was really tasty and unique. It tasted just like licorice, so a bit of a burst of flavor surprise there. I'm not a huge licorice fan personally, but I still enjoyed the novelty of the drink. The service was really fast and the waitress very attentive.

We went here for Mother's Day. Great service and good mimosas. Small bar/ restaurant, but we had a…read moregood time. I was not a fan of the corn beef hash. I don't know what they did or added to a simple classic, but sometimes less is more. I'd return for the mimosas and vibe; not food.

What an absolutely fantastic, surprising find in the heart of downtown old historic Sanford. " Make…read more2nd your 1st choice," is the perfect slogan! In town on a work trip, my husband, and I decided to try this place out! What a wonderful surprise! From the moment you walked in the eclectic, industrial, modernized, warm, cozy feel welcomes you in. Our server was friendly and attentive, and we knew right away that this place was a find! A wonderful happy hour menu, led us to a full menu of what felt like a farm to table experience. I sadly didn't get to snap a photo of the excellent appetizer buratta, but it was a perfect blend of balsamic tomato and creamy cheese! I am a true foodie, and this was hands-down the best burger I've ever eaten. My husband absolutely loved his shrimp and grits, perfectly cooked and well balanced flavor. Well, I know everyone recommends the chocolate cake, I can't rave enough about the crème brûlée. Do yourself a favor and go out of your way to enjoy a " private chef experience" meal! You will be glad you did!

Went there last night with another couple. My friend had the honey glazed salmon and a beet salad…read more Her husband and I both had the Blackened Redfish, crawfish grits and gravy. My husband had the Bean, kale soup which he said is probably the best soup he's ever eaten! Everything was Amazing 5+ stars on the food. The service was pretty good. The restaurant is nicely decorated but the acoustics were horrible. It WAS SO LOUD that it made the dining experience suffer greatly. We sat upfront to avoid the noise but could barely hear one another across the table. But again the food was wonderful. Not a single dish disappointed. Many, many complements to the chef and his staff.

Celery City Bar is hands down one of the most unprofessional bars I've ever stepped into…read more Both bartenders were visibly drunk, rude, and acting like they were the main characters in a sad little power trip. I ordered an espresso martini from one bartender. Another randomly made it without confirming, then absolutely spiraled when I asked about my drink. Instead of clearing it up, he chose public humiliation berating and talking down to me at the bar like I'd committed some unforgivable crime. Full medieval town-shaming energy. Shame bell not included. What were they busy doing instead of their jobs? Flirting with freshly-21 customers and openly staring at their chests. If you weren't new, young, or feeding their ego, you were invisible or worse, a target. Two grown adults behind a bar acting like sloppy, insecure children with alcohol and an attitude problem. No class. No taste. No professionalism. Just embarrassing behavior that would get you fired anywhere that actually cared about standards. Save your money, skip the humiliation, and go literally anywhere else.

Best Happy Hour we have found in downtown Sanford. You seat yourself after ordering from the bar…read moreas no servers outside at this time. We came twice during our trip because of the great outdoor dining experience and excellent service from the bartenders. They have a very limited menu and the lady working it, stayed on her phone lol. The bar is clean enough but the ladies restroom could benefit by a deal clean and fixing up a bit. The atmosphere is so nice and it's kid/pet friendly. One thing I especially loved were the nice wine glasses you can take outside. So many places have gone to plastic and while we understand, it's so appreciated. Come with confidence.

Had high hopes because my cousin said this place had good wings but that was far from my…read moreexperience/opinion. Service was good and vibes are nice but the food was mediocre. I had the Caesar salad and 1501 dry rub wings with ranch. Salad had corn bread croutons which could've been good but tasted like just oiled soaked stale dense bread. Dressing came on the side, which I'm guessing was due to a misunderstanding because my cousin asked for his wing hot sauce on the side. The chicken was chewy unfortunately. The skin was crispy and rub was good but the texture ruined it and they just tasted bad and overcooked. I would opt for another dinner choice or maybe they have other food that's better.

Great stop here for breakfast to go. They had a decent a la carte menu and also a buffet if you…read morewere hungrier. I opted for oatmeal and fruit and both were good sized options. Also, my order was ready within a few minutes and packed up with all of the fixins for my oatmeal. Restaurant looked clean and bright and staff were friendly.

This place was like being in a roomful of friends. Almost like a real-life Cheers episode, and I…read moreloved it! I sat at the bar and watched the bartender chat with every single person at the bar in a most genuine and friendly way. The couple next to me actually knew him by name and he also knew them by name... so that's a very important quality for me! I ordered this French dip style sandwich, very generously accompanied with French fries. As I was attending the Film Festival across the street at the Ritz, I wasn't able to drink alcohol, but the drinks looked really good! Ambiance-wise: this is a very fun and open-spaced bar. I sat at the bar but there were picnic tables behind me (indoor). It was lovely and very well lit. When I walked outside, I felt very safe. This is a really great spot to hang out with friends there in Sanford!

Love Dees! We had a bridal shower this past Sunday. Had the Taco Bar. Everything was great…read more Delicious food great service. Thanks so much!

We arrived at our reservation time on Father's Day and were immediately seated at a window table as…read morerequested- we were not promised this but so happy we got a seat by the window to look at the beautiful water view. We were approached right away and drink order taken. Waitress explained they had a "shared" serving system. Drinks came soon and then app order was taken. And then literally nothing for almost half an hour. We had to flag down another waitress to take our order. Then we waited another half an hour. The food was good. The apps we got for our meal (Bang Bang Shrimp) portions were huge. The blackened Mahi fish tacos were good--I liked the planks of fish on top and the choice of pico de gallo or mango salsa. All in all a positive experience but I guess due to the busy day, service was slow. If you like big portions, this place is for you! All staff super friendly!

We came here with a group of 16 so that was a challenge from the get-go…read more However they had us all set up and ready to go. At first they only had one waitress then they added another. In the end everyone got their food and drinks and the ladies were happy. Only one girl didn't get her meal so she had to wait for them to cook it and was the last to eat. They did however give her a small discount off her food. I got the fried fish tacos with mango sauce. Served hot and fresh. I did add a little tartar sauce and it was good. It also came with coleslaw. The view of the river is beautiful. I do however think they need to take some money and get them a new sign out front it's made out of wood and falling apart. They also need to freshen up the front of the building the welcome mat at the front is definitely seen it's better day. Overall good experience good food friendly service.

I've been coming to Cattle Ranch for about 25 years, and somehow it's so good every time. From the…read moreoutside, it's super unassuming, but locals know this place is a true Sanford staple. One of my favorite things about it is that it hasn't changed much over the years, but in the best way. It's family-run, the vibe is comfortable and familiar, and the staff has always been amazing. We've had countless dinners here with big groups (10+ people), and they deliver every single time. That kind of consistency is rare. What I order every single visit: Salad with house dressing, it's honestly one of my favorite dressings anywhere. Loaded Buckskins - You have to get these. Think a cross between a steak fry and a potato wedge, loaded with cheese and bacon, addictively good. Petite strip steak - Perfect portion, cooked and seasoned just right every time. Simple, consistent, and exactly what you want. They also bring out warm brown bread with your meal that just hits, and a side of applesauce that I've come to think of as the perfect little palate cleanser, such a simple touch, but it makes the experience feel even more classic. This is one of those places that feels like home. No frills, no trends, just really good food, great people, and decades of consistency. This will absolutely be a staple for me as long as I live in Sanford.

Drove by on a Friday night while heading home and happened to take a route I normally don't take…read more.. our windows were open and we could not believe how good this place smelled from the quick drive by. At 9pm the parking lot was packed! So we decided to go back Saturday for dinner and we were not disappointed! The ambiance is old school 80's rustic. This is not a fancy overpriced steakhouse... they clearly understand "if it's not broke don't fix it!" It reminded me of that old school spot where you walk in and everyone knows you. We started with some drinks and apps... coconut shrimp and jalapeño poppers. Came out hot and tasty! For mains we had the grilled chicken breast, rib eye, filet and the strip steak. All the proteins came out perfectly cooked, sides were delicious! The homemade peach cobbler was great, I wish it had some more peaches but other than that it was perfect! The service was amazing, our server came back to check on us several times and kept the drinks topped off! I am so happy we stumbled in and I can say we will definitely be back! It was a great meal, good vibes and full bellies!

First experience. Went in early May. Weather was nice. Fenced in yard seating. Bar had a roof…read morecovering, and the seating area was open to the sky. Spacious but not as much as some other places in the area. I was thinking that it would have a park/picnic vibe which is not quite accurate. We met friends from out of town on a Saturday afternoon and after sitting down and taking it in, decided to just have drinks and go elsewhere for dinner. The menu had a variety of drinks, including wine, beer, cocktail and mocktail options. Appetizers and main course are a bit more than burgers, hotdogs and bbq, it's like a cookout with flair and the options definitely had an urban hipster vibe. I can't comment on food freshness, quality or flavor since I didn't try any food. I had a cocktail and it was good. Not far from the bar, little kids were playing. They seem to be catering to parents of both, little people and fur babies. There were a couple pups. Mixing drinking adults in a pet friendly/kid play area was a new concept to me. There was a little football being tossed around and quite near the table. Our server seemed a little stressed/annoyed, possibly because we weren't sure about staying and possibly because of the little football being tossed around. No complaints really. Now I know what to expect. It's a great option for the target clientele, if not too full or busy. Just like at a park, you want to keep a sharp eye on your little ones as they play. Wish I'd had a similar type of place when mine were little that I could've met my single friends at. Easy to meet other parents too, I suppose. Imagine a fancy backyard cookout without the worry of cleaning up afterwards.

The place is a dream on a nice day. Lots for kids to do, lots of drink and food options. Outside…read moreseating only I think. The service wasn't amazing, but it was a really busy day and it looked like they were pretty short staffed so not concerned about that - they were very friendly! Will go back for sure.