My family and I were visiting from California, and we are so blessed to have tried the food from R + B Cafe, it was truly an experience we will NEVER forget and can't wait to go back! The collard greens were impeccable; the salt and flavor content was pure perfection. The crisp on the fried chicken was so delicious. We also tried the banana cream pie and it was truly the best I have ever had. Their drinks are also super tasteful and had the perfect sweetness. Mr. Barry even gave us some GA peaches and just the entire interaction and hospitality from the moment you walk in makes you feel like family. read more

R+B CAFE - Collard greens and banana cream pie - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

Very nice and friendly staff. The building reminded me of grandma's house. Located on the corner of the street. Easy to find without GPS. I had the fried pork-chops with black-eyed peas and mac and cheese. Decided to try the corn bread instead of the rolls. Washed it all down with some sweet tea. Pork chops were good and seasoned just right. Black eyed peas were a little salty to my taste. The corn bread wasn't tasty at all. The Mac and cheese lacked that home cooked flavor that I hoped for. read more

R+B CAFE - Fried pork chops with black eyed peas, mac and cheese, corn bread and sweet tea. - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

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Absolutely worth the drive!!! I drove from Augusta, GA to visit this restaurant on a Sunday after church. I had the fried chicken, dressing, and mac n' cheese. Chef's kiss! It felt like I was eating at my Grandma's table on a Sunday. The place is small, but they have tables you can share with other patrons and chairs on the outside. After my meal, I also took time to just hang out on the front porch in the rocky chairs. Let's just say I had the best Sunday! read more

R+B CAFE - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

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wonderful, flavorful soul food that had me feeling sleepy and content right after finishing my plate! the sweet tea was some of the best I've ever had. ribs could've been more tender, but the taste made up for it. fried chicken and mac was classic! the collard greens were pretty salty and the cornbread wasn't as moist as i preferred, but still solid. customer service was great, really feels like walking into someone's home--epitome of southern hospitality! amazing place if you have a hankering for old-timey comfort food, would recommend :) read more

R+B CAFE - ribs, mac n cheese, collard greens, cornbread - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

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We were traveling on business And found this little gem. The food was so delicious, and the staff were so friendly and outgoing. We also liked the style of dining room, small but inviting. We'll be back!! read more

My daughter and I were visiting Madison and decided to try this café. What a hidden gem. The food was excellent. The family that runs this business was lovely. You felt like you were eating in your grandma's kitchen. Would highly recommend. read more

R+B CAFE - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

Fantastic food. Everyone tried everything, and there were "OMG'S" and "you have to try this" amongst us all at the table.

Restaurant is pretty small but several people took it to-go. They have good food. I had the pork ribs with mac-n-cheese and black eyed peas plus cornbread. Hubby had fried chicken, m-n-c & green beans. We ended with a slice of red velvet which was very light with a good frosting. We'd return if in the area again. read more

Just want to give a shout out to the waitresses and the cooks we came in at the last minute and they served us as if we were there when they open thanks for the love. I will definitely be back there. read more

Best fried chicken ever!!! Authentic southern hospitality that was worth the drive from Atlanta. We will definitely be back!

We're always looking for a new place to eat, and a friend found this place as a halfway point for lunch. None of us had visited, and we were excited to give it a try. The cafe is in a small older house with some indoor and outdoor seating. It has charm, and while it isn't big, there is plenty of seating for different party sizes. Service was great, and the people greeted us with smiles and laughter. You walk up to the counter to order, and the meal includes a drink (tea or lemonade). All of the food was flavorful, hot, and fresh. They cooked the fish to order; the ribs fell off of the bone, and the mac and cheese and collards were delicious. We sat for about an hour to just catch up, and it was great. Other people came in, and we had conversations with them too. It felt like a community gathering spot. We are in Madison for church and will definitely make some stops here for lunch. read more

It was a little off the beaten path, but it was a nice spot. Only reason it isn't 5 stars is because the cheese on top of the Mac and cheese was a bit over cooked. Turkey wings, rice and collard greens were good. The red velvet cake was bussin too! read more

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Great southern cooking at a good price. Excelled fried pork chops, fried chicken and Mac and cheese!

Very small and clean luncheon. I had the smothered pork chop, Mac and cheese and greens. It was all delicious. It's off the beaten path but well worth the drive. The service is outstanding and just all around a great visit. I highly recommend it. Enjoy. read more

Great food and great service! This was our first time but we will definitely be back when we're in the area. Regina and Barry are amazing! read more

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Service was excellent. I got fish, collards, and mac. There was nothing special about the fish. But the sides were good. The mac and cheese was the star. I will definitely stop here on my way home for now on. read more

R+B CAFE - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

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We visited this place from Arkansas and this was the absolute best home cooking we have ever had! Wonderful service and good food- if you are in the area this place is a must! read more

R+B CAFE - Catfish, greens, and mac and cheese - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

Dropped in on our way from Atlanta to Aiken. Home cooked soul food at its finest. Darling interior that's welcoming and comfortable. The owners were absolutely delightful. read more

We discovered this little place on our way home from a road trip to Florida. We were looking for southern food and were unable to get seating in Juliette and Monticello. Finally found this place and so glad we did. It's kinda in a residential neighborhood and as we arrived we encountered the after church crowd leaving. I ordered barbecue ribs with green beans and collards. My husband got fried chicken with green beans and mac and cheese with cornbread but there were many other options! Chicken was perfect and ribs were delicious. We're still talking about the green beans, y'all! We'll be making this a regular stop on our trips to Florida. read more

If they were open later, I would never cook again. The food is some of the best you will find in Madison. Authentic country cooking and you get a meat, two sides, and a drink for 10.00. The Red Velvet cake is to die for, moist, real cream cheese icing, and the correct ratio of pecans. Don't even get me started on the sweet tea. I can drink my whole glass before I ever get home with my order, so I always have to get a gallon. I can't recommend this place highly enough. Try it, you will NOT be sorry!!! read more

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We stop in to eat lunch at R and B Cafe. Real Southern cooking. Very good. if you are ever in the area go and see them.

The Food: Very good eating spot for some delicious food. It is priced very reasonable also. The collard greens where very well made and seasoned. They where very good. The chicken wings had a great savory flavor with just a touch of heat. The whiting fish was crispy and seasoned very well. Tips to Improve: I believe that improving the cornbread would make this place exceptional (It was very dry and needed flavor). Also, sign on the backside of the building or on the side facing the railroad tracks may help with finding the place (the parking is in the back of the building). The Place: The building seemed brand new. Nicely painted and decorated. The restaurant was very clean and the people where very nice and accommodating. The chef even came out to greet us! I would highly recommend this place. read more

Great southern food! Clean & super nice folks running it! Highly recommend!!! Will go back! read more

R+B CAFE - Front door - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

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Absolutely OUTSTANDING! Believe the hype - Southern home cooking! Fried chicken, green beans, cabbage, and sweet tea topped off w/home made lemon cake! Will make it point to stop by every time I'm in Madison. read more

Our first time but we can't wait to go back when we are in Macon! Delicious fried grouper and fried shrimp!!

This out of the way little place is a great find. I went with a man who dislikes mom and pop restaurants, preferring chains. But even he enjoyed himself! This is a counter serve place that has the ambiance of a table served restaurant, with the staff readily available and keeping everything clean. From the looks of the clientele, this is one of the better lunch spots in the area. I would love to come back again, if I can be back. I give it four and a half stars. They were out of a dessert and didn't have every side at the time I visited, but that can be a part of the charm of a local place like this. read more

I had fried pork chops, Mac and cheese, collard greens and cornbread. The food is amazing -southern cooking at its best. The ladies at the counter and the chef were friendly and happy to provide great service. It's a cute, super clean place, looks like a little house on the outside. We will be back read more

Awesome restaurant! Clean, friendly and great food!! If you're thinking of trying it just do it!

We were looking for a family owned 5-star establishment, and they did not disappoint. Home cooked southern style food and great, friendly service. This will be a must-stop whenever we are driving through Madison. read more

For hearty home cooking in the south - excellent family and people

We were in Madison GA and Googled restaurants and decided to stop here at R&B cafe just because the name sounded interesting. It turned out to be an awesome meal! Don't be fooled by the dimension (size) of the restaurant or the neighborhood location. It's got a wonderful airy and comfortable atmosphere. You can sit inside or outside and enjoy your meal. Simple straightforward options. Today their options were pork chops, fried chicken, and fried fish. I chose the pork shops with greens and macaroni and cheese. Awesome flavor!!! Really a wonderful find. I highly recommend it. You won't leave hungry. On the way out I had their banana pudding. That too was really good. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

This place is a gem! I chose bbq chicken as my protein from their daily selection along with Mac n cheese and collard greens. I got all that plus a strawberry lemonade and cornbread for $10! What a deal! Loved everything with the exception of the cornbread. It wasn't that there was anything wrong with it, I just like my cornbread a little sweeter. The place is super clean, the decor is nice. Loved it! read more

Excellent soup food. Very clean nice all around place. Just a little off the beaten path. But worth the little extra drive.

We stopped for lunch and got lucky with this jewel in Madison GA. The food was wonderful, and plentiful! You get a lot for the $10 price! We could have shared a Plate! We had pork chops, cabbage, black eye peas, and a corn bread muffin. Delish! Dessert was strawberry cake, yum. Beautifully decorated, so cute! The staff was so friendly and welcoming. We will be back!!' read more

This place is amazing in every way. Super friendly staff. And the food was outstanding. Comfort food at its best. Definitely worth the extra couple of miles to find!!!! read more

If you are in Madison look no further!!! You will not be sorry for eating at this place. I had wings, Mac and cheese and collards. My wife had smothered pork chops, cabbage and black eyed peas. The Mac and chews was the best I ever had(don't tell my momma!!!) and the collards with ham hock were incredible. This place is incredible!!!!! read more

My husband and I were looking for a place to grab dinner while visiting Madison a few months ago and picked R+B Cafe out of our search results on a whim. It was a little tricky to find, since we're not familiar with the area and the restaurant is on an unexpectedly residential street, but it was 100% worth the extra few minutes. Everyone at the restaurant was super nice (as were the neighbors, who helped point us in the right direction), and the owners spent lots of time chatting with us, highlighting their specials, and making recommendations. And, of course, the food was delicious. We had some perfect fried fish; the collards, mac and cheese, pinto beans, and banana pudding were top notch; and I'm still thinking about the amazing strawberry lemonade. You really can't go wrong! read more

What a little gem this place is! Found it via Yelp on our way home from Lake Oconee. My six year old LOVED the fried chicken and green beans! I had meat loaf with black eyed peas and Mac and cheese. Don't forget about the banana pudding! Staff was lovely too and even turned the Braves game on for us! read more

R+B CAFE - Loved the banana pudding! - Southern Near Me - Madison, Georgia

This place is awesome! I had the pork chop combo with cabbage and stuffing with a cornbread muffin. Let me just say it was better than my grandma's. The pork chops were thin and fried they give you three or four. Mmmm The cabbage was well seasoned and the cornbread stuffing with gravy was moist and flavorful. I also had a piece of red velvet cake that was to die for. Well worth the drive to Madison on an afternoon for some of the best down home cooked southern meal. read more

The food and service is great. It's a nice atmosphere and the people are very friendly and make you feel welcome.