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    Grindstone Cowboy

    4.1 (17 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Cowboy Cuban with Tomato Bisque
    Rich J.

    Very beautiful place, but we're unsure when we walked in we were not sure if we were supposed to sit down or order first. Went to the counter and ordered our food and found a table. Didn't realize that there was a full bar in the back, there was nothing to let you know that until after you had placed your order, paid and set. I had the Cuban Cowboy with tomato bisque and the wife had Chicken salad on a croissant. My sandwich was ok, didn't taste the pork much and was very "sloppy " to eat. The bisque was good. Wife enjoyed her sandwich. Extremely clean and well lit. They need to figure out a way to let the customer know what to do when walking in and what they have available. I had no idea that there was a bar hidden around the corner inside.

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    Bob T.

    This is our second time here, and both times were amazing. The food is fresh and very well prepared, and the service staff goes above and beyond to insure a great experience. We look forward to our next visit

    Presley Campbell

    Great food Wonderful atmosphere Friendly and efficient service Is it a coffee shop? YES Is it a restaurant? YES Is it a music venue? YES Does it have good drinks? YES GRINDSTONE COWBOY SHELBYVILLE is all this and more!

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    Mindy C.

    Thanks for the great review!

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    8 months ago

    Awesome hospitality ! 10/10 recommend ! Good food. Good people. And best thing that has come to Shelbyville in a long while

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    Mindy C.

    Thanks for the great review! Really appreciate it :)

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    4 months ago

    The food is so good and the staff is great too , very friendly with a hometown feel ! I'm glad I live here . We go a lot !

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    10 months ago

    Best coffee shop around. Cool vibe, small town feel, and staff is friendly. My favorite place to get my morning expresso.

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    11 months ago

    It was pretty full at lunch today, but food came out quickly and service was good. The Cowboy Cuban sandwich is a must try, outstanding!

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