Reading over the reviews - it seems you either love this place or you don't. Well I LOVED it! It is expensive. Very expensive. So as a family - we went with just the fried chicken dinner with mac and cheese and green. We also ordered an extra side of mac and cheese and cornbread. My man and I shared the fried chicken with the sides I got it. I ate the leg, he got the thigh. We shared the greens and mac and my son ate the side of extra mac by himself. We all shared the cornbread. For me the fried chicken was banging. It was crispy, hot and fresh. My man said it needed a little salt but he thinks everything needs salt. The mac and cheese was super cheesy but not at all greasy and amazing! Seriously, some of the best mac and cheese I have had in a long time. The greens were so tender. All I needed to add was hot sauce and vinegar. The cornbread was good just a bit on the dry side. Very crumbly but on the sweet side. After being impressed with the food, we decided to splurge on dessert. Each dessert item ranges from $5-$7. I went with the sweet potato tart, my son the brownie and I got my man the bread pudding because they were literally just putting it out when I went back. The brownie my son got - just pass on it. Not worth the money. The sweet potato tart was quite delicious and well worth it. But for me the game changer was the bread pudding. I don't even like bread pudding. Can't stand that stuff. But this bread pudding had me hooked. I ate half of it. It wasn't mushy at all. It was soft with a delicious crust and very flavorful. Once you get the past the price of everything - everything we had except for that brownie was well worth the money. I'd deftest here again! read more

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Everything was pretty great! Got the chicken meals with mac, greens, sweet potato, cornbread, the soup of the day, and sweet potato pie. Price was a little crazy for what you get. read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is probably the best museum food since the Museum of the American Indian! I got the pulled pork, collard greens, and corn bread. It was delicious. There were also so many different snack and drink options. Try to get there early as there can be a longer wait later in the afternoon. read more

This was the most disappointing part of the museum. The museum was fabulous and very well done. I love my people. The Black people are unique strong and wonderfully made. read more

Authentic Southern style comfort food and BBQ. My choice was limited as I only wanted the slow cooked collard greens. Of course there were many choices. Mac and cheese, corn bread, rice, salad, and lots of BBQ selections available too. Pork, ribs, wings, and yummy looking desserts of bread pudding, key lime tart, etc. My collard greens were pretty good. While the individual serving was appropriate, the price is what I expected. $3.95 for the collards. The choices I thought were excellent and the price reflects that which you will find in the other Smithsonian cafes in the other museums. Fountain soda is available as well as a variety of teas. The fountain drink was $4.00, bottled water available as well. I'd come back for the BBQ. The value with the BBQ plates is two sides included. Seems to be plenty of seating during busy days. read more

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Every year during our Eastcoasttrek I visit the National Museum of African-American History and Culture and make it a point to dine at the Sweet Home Cafe. You need entry from the museum to get to the cafe and the process is online so visit the website as day passes are available but it is recommended you reserve your tickets (free) early in the morning. Military (retired and active) do not need reservations. The cafe is great with lots of fresh fare representing African-American culture or soul food. It is presented a la care covering various regions. It is very tasty and affordable, although a bit pricey but for the historic environment it is worth the price. read more

The Buttermilk fried chicken with 2 sides is $18.50. The chicken thigh and drum were small, greasy and not crisp at all; the mac and cheese was congealed, and they had no cornbread so a biscuit it was. Terrible. Eat outside before going in. read more

My consensus is that Sweet Home Cafe has overpriced mediocre-decent museum soul food. I shared the fried catfish (3 fried fillets), macaroni and cheese, candied yams, and collard greens with my mom and stayed full for a very long time. From best to least would be the greens, yams, then catfish, then the macaroni. I enjoyed the greens. They were pretty mild in terms of spiciness but were seasoned well. I don't know whether or not they put seasoning or regular meat in their greens, but there was no meat in the greens we got--just greens. The yams were pretty good as well. They were cut into cubes and very soft. I appreciated that they weren't bland. The fried catfish was a bit better than ok. When I finally got to eating the catfish (which was after eating the sides), it was soft and not crunchy like what I was hoping for. To me, the Mac & cheese was kind of bland, but not terrible. I probably wouldn't get it again. Keep in mind that they have pre-made salads, sandwiches, snack boxes, and chips if you want to eat something light or want to stay away from the greasy options. Oh, the food described above, along with a refillable drink, came up to be a little under $30. Do take the time to dine here, though, as it is a great experience. read more

The food was worth the wait! The fried chicken is a must, along with the sweet potato pie. The Mac and cheese isn't necessary and the greens are decent with a little sweetness, just add hot sauce. We got on line at 2:30 and were in the door by 2:55. I think they let you in until they run out of food or at least until 3pm. It is a little pricey. That plate was $32. read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Fried chicken, Mac n cheese, greens, sweet potato pie, and corn bread! - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food was pretty good, and I loved the menu and the way it was organized, but at the end of the day, I just don't want to pay $20-25 for cafeteria food at a museum. This cafe is located within the National Museum of African American History and Culture, and you will be eating here if you visit the museum, because a visit to the museum is half a day at least and this is the only place food is available. The cafe's menu is separated into distinct cultural regions in African American history: the Agricultural South (buttermilk fried chicken, BBQ pork sandwich); the Creole Coast (gumbo, shrimp and grits, catfish poboy); the North States (pepper pot, croquettes, turkey grillades); and the Western Range (BBQ beef brisket sandwich, pan roasted rainbow trout). Then there are your basics: hamburgers, chicken tenders, hot dogs, etc. And desserts. I was feeling a little cheap and didn't want to get a $16 piece of fish in a cafeteria, so I stuck with sides and a dessert. I still spent more than $15. The cauliflower salad was good, the Brussels sprouts salad wasn't (overdressed), and the buttermilk tart was delicious. I don't think the food was bad, I just think it's overpriced and a little fussy for what is still cafeteria food. But, like I said, if you're going to the museums, you'll be eating here, too. read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Cauliflower salad, shaved Brussels sprouts, buttermilk tart - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I visited Sweet Home Cafe during my visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The restaurant boasts a quintessential cultural menu in keeping with the theme of the museum. Everything is a little expensive for my tastes, but understandable and appropriate for a museum restaurant. I ordered the seafood gumbo with rice. It was perfectly seasoned, served piping hot with a decent presentation. The restaurant serves food cafeteria style, where each customer picks up a tray at the beginning and picks up whatever entrees/sides/desserts they want. I was pleasantly surprised by the quantity of food they served as well as the effort they put into presentation of the entrees. All in all, visiting Sweet Home Cafe was a great experience - I highly recommend it for any museum visitors! read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Seafood gumbo with rice - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food would have been three and a half stars until I tried the corn bread, the best corn bread I've ever had. The service was a matter of seconds. The ambiance was average but you won't notice it because you will be too invested in your cornbread. read more

I was surprised to find good Southern food inside this Smithsonian museum. It's located in the basement of the African American museum and opens around 11am. I was one of the first to arrive since we were exploring the museum earlier. The line started to pick up quickly. We tried the buttermilk fried chicken, coleslaw, sweet potato, and mac & cheese. The fried chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The coleslaw was fresh and the sweet potato was delish. I regret not getting cornbread as one of the sides. The mac and cheese was okay and could pass on as it was a little too heavy. The only negative about this was the pricing. The meal itself was expensive and a drink was about $4! read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is the restaurant inside the National Museum for African American History and Culture. It has several different stations offering options like fried chicken, bbq, etc. The portions are generous and the food is tasty. There is plentiful seating as well. It can get crowded so I recommend getting an early lunch between 11-11:30 am. read more

What a crying shame the food here is soooo bad! Super salty greens, tasteless Mac n cheese and the chicken looked so dry we skipped meat all together. The concept and advertising for the restaurant is amazing so why not deliver food to match? Overpriced and completely underwhelming read more

Soul food will comfort your mind and stomach. Of course you should stop here during your visit to this museum. Sweet Home Cafe is the sole place to get food in the awesome National Museum of African American History and Culture. That said, it can get pretty busy during peak eating times so I would plan accordingly. In fact, I would even say that this restaurant is an exhibit in itself (makes even more sense when you see the museum prices). Don't miss out on the fried chicken, collard greens, cornbread, mac n' cheese, and fried catfish. It won't be the best you've ever had, but maybe the best food you've ever eaten inside of a museum. read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Excellent food! I can taste the home cooking and pride in the Ham and Bean Soup (has chunks of meat fallen off the bone and large pieces of sausage). The pecan pie is delicious too. read more

The food is not as good as it should be the fish is undercooked and overcooked at the same time. Sides were pretty good however. The room its self is overall pretty nice for such a large amount of people. read more

I do not have enough good things to say about the Sweet Home Cafe. I have always avoided food courts and cafeterias, especially at museums. Usually the food is just cold, bland, and expensive. This though, was an absolute treat. The Sweet Home Cafe was a wonderful stop for lunch while exploring the incredible National Museum of African American History and Culture. I highly recommend starting in the morning with the lower levels of the museum and then taking a break to have lunch in the cafe before continuing upstairs. Now the cafe has many many options to choose from. We decided to divide and concur and get almost everything and share. I will offer one liners on everything I tried: -The ribs were pretty good. Tender and had a lot of flavor. -The cornbread was great. Super moist and delicious. -The red beans and rice were very good as well. Loved the creole options. -The black eyed peas were very interesting. I have never had them flavored so well. -The cornmeal trout was wonderful. What a crispy and delicious piece of fish. Wow. -The collard greens were incredible. I loved them from start to finish. -The roasted potatoes were absolutely perfect. Soft in the middle with a crispy exterior and awesome seasoning. -The mac and cheese might have been my favorite. It was some of the best baked mac and cheese I have had. Overall, I had an awesome experience at the cafe. The food was spectacular and I highly recommend it! read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Ribs, cornmeal fish, Mac and cheese, potatoes, collard greens, red beans and rice, cornbread - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

During the lunch hour, the lines are extemely long. The food is overpriced, and mediocre at best. I purchased a Grilled Chicken sandwich, and after one bite, I immediately threw it right in the garbage. It was undercooked. The chicken fingers, and the wings are okay. They didn't have any sauce for the wings, so I had to eat it dry. I guess due to the pandemic, there aren't a whole lot of selections of the menu. I was told by friends that when the museum first opened, the food was on point. I was also told beforehand that the food wasn't that good now, but my family wanted to eat. The museum itself, you can't see it all in one day. Because of the long foodnlines, you may be on it for 30 minutes to an hour. Plus, you have to eat. It's just wasting valuable time. It just takes time away from your experience in the museum. read more

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The best museum food that I have ever had! Note that the food would be good outside of the museum! The fried chicken is tender, juicy and seasoned well. I also enjoyed the Mac and Cheese and Potato Salad. My cousin had the Salmon Cake, it was all meat and non-breaded. I did not like the fact that the side options were limited. The Salmon Cake w/ two sides was $17.95 my cousin does not eat Mac and cheese, Yams, Cole Slaw or Potato Salad so choose to get rice and fries from another station. She was advised that because she did not get the sides from the first station, she would pay $17.95 for the salmon cake and the other sides a la carte. It's the same restaurant why does it matter if you get sides from another station? Outside of that restriction everything went well. They have a variety of options but if mix and match items from various stations its not considered a combo. read more

The food selection is excellent. There are almost too many options. It was apparent to me that the Creole section had the best offerings. I tried and loved the gumbo. It was enough to share between two people. Soda and water are available to drink. They also had some enticing-looking cupcakes. Plenty of seating is available in the cafeteria-style setting. Unfortunately, you can't get in here to eat unless you have a ticket to the museum, which is currently a hot ticket, but well worth the effort and wait. read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Gumbo - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've been fortunate to make it to the NMAAHC three times now, and most recently have gone to Sweet Home Café. My parents were visiting from out of town and were so excited to come here! In summary... The buttermilk fried chicken with mac and cheese and cornbread meal: The fried chicken was tender and well-seasoned (it had better be, representing the South) and came with great rice and beans. The mac and cheese was good, too! Sadly, the cornbread was a little dry, but I was fan of their ketchup-based BBQ sauce. There's a nice and wide dessert spread, although the red velvet cupcakes cost a tad more than from actual cupcake shops. As others have noted, Sweet Home Café is a little pricey for "museum food," but their foray into different regions of African-American culture earns them a pass. Pro tip: Figure out which region(s) you want to get a meal from, and then grab a tray and hop in line! 3.5 on the whole and looking forward to going back for another region! read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Dessert spread - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

After a few hours of walking through the museum we were all hungry and decided to have a bite. It was very busy and some stations had longer lines than others. I decided on shorter line station which had rainbow trout stuffed with cornbread and mustard greens and a side of green beans. The stuffed fish was really good but I thought the entrees were very pricey for the portion sizes. The other stations had different types of food like bbq, fried chicken, shrimp and grits, some cajun offerings and also chicken fingers, burgers, etc. They also offered lots of different desserts like banana pudding, bread pudding, cupcakes, different types of sliced cake(red velvet included), and pies(including sweet potato). read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Stuffed trout - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I was looking forward to having lunch at the Sweet Home Cafe and really wanted to love this place. After all, the museum is amazing and I had read some good things about the cafe. After waiting in line a very long time, taking a look at the menus on display, and looking up online reviews, I was excited to order their Po'Boy ("Pan-fried Louisiana Catfish Po'boy, Smoked Red Pepper Rémoulade, Green Bean Pickles"). When I finally reached the grumpy service person, he said they only had fried catfish sandwiches. I was trying to get clarification (Were they no longer on the menu? Did they run out?), and was just told they don't have them. So I went ahead and got the catfish sandwich. Yuck. It did not taste good at all. I tried making it taste better by adding their hot sauce to no avail. The best thing on the plate was the coleslaw. It was a fairly disappointing experience, although I would give it another chance someday to see if it was just an off day. read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My husband and I broke out of our lower levels touring so that we could hit this place early around 11:30 AM and it paid off. Just a note, for people who don't have passes they now have a small food truck off to the side of the main building where you can sample some of their offerings. Set up cafeteria a style they sell their own cookbook and are set up with 4 food cultures native to that part of the country. For those who want traditional fare they do serve hamburgers and fried fish but they didn't appeal to me. Note also that any chicken found in any of their menu offerings is dark meat. They also have gluten free and vegan options available. We decided to eat off "The Western range" which offered pork,chicken, or beef barbecue. To save a little money for a couple dollars more you can get two sides. Please note you are not limited to the sides limited by the place you order. In my case I ordered the beef barbecue and got grilled vegetables. I did not want the baked beans they were offering so they were kind enough to get me green beans from a different station. Food is served to you in paper take out holders. You pay first and inform them if you want any sort of beverage which they will add to your check. The beverage station sits behind the registers. We also decided to split a dessert which sits in the center island before you pay. My husband choose the red velvet cake which turned out to be a good choice. The main dining area seats around 400 people and is nicely laid out but half of it was roped off for some reason. We got our drinks and any condiments you need to grab at this station as well as utensils. When I looked at my barbecue I thought I got very little but looks can be deceiving. There was so much in there it made a meal in itself. It was delicious! Nothing spectacular about the green beans or vegetables except they were heavily drenched in oil. My husband had the same thing but opted for the baked beans instead of the green beans. On to the cake. I'm glad we split it because I could never eat this thing that goes for $6.00 a slice. Creamy and rich it made a perfect ending to a very filling meal. They have a drop off area for your tray when you are finished. When we were finished I noticed that they ordering area was packed with people and they were beginning to open up the closed section. Whether this was to accommodate bus groups that came or the general public they finally opened it. I was glad we ate early when we did. This is the only place to eat in the African American museum and with it comes a hefty cost factor. Still you are at their mercy if you plan on staying the day at the museum. My advice to anyone visiting is to get here no later than 11:45 or else you will find yourself waiting in a long line. Service was fast and the food servers were extremely helpful in answering my questions. Located on the concourse level of the museum you are not permitted to bring any food into it nor are you allowed to take any food you purchase out of it. read more

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Sweet Home Cafe was great when it opened, but standards and flavors have slipped faster than the money that flies out of your wallet when you eat here. There used to be several food stations with a wide variety of dishes that celebrate the diverse culinary heritage of black America. Due to COVID I was told they have substantially cut-back on their offerings which is odd given the museum is as packed as ever. When we ate lunch at 2:00pm there was nary an empty seat so the demand is there. There was little to choose from. They had a whopping total of three soul food entrees to choose from and they have added American ballpark favorites like hot dogs and chicken tenders. The authentic desserts they used to have were swapped for generic bakery items. All in all, a disappointment from what used to be a really exciting and fun place to eat. For around $20, I got the cornbread stuffed trout with a side of stewed yams. My fish was dry and under seasoned, but the yams were fine. I tried a bit of my friend's banana pudding which tasted artificial. They've also swapped out plates and cutlery for disposable everything which is so wasteful. When the museum opened their food was the bomb and you could taste the love. No more. read more

Excellent soul food. Well prepared, fried chicken, baked beans, mac and potato salad - all on point. Beautiful staff, polite and kind. Deserts were excellent. Yes it's cafe style but then again it is called Sweet Home CAFE! for those ignorant enough to rate it down because it's... wait for it...a cafe . Only advice is get rid of all those Coke products and Dysani as the only water beverage. It's one of the lowest grade bottled waters on the market and Coke has done enough damage to the black and brown communities. You're better off to sip from the fountain. read more

Surprisingly good food! I had the pulled pork with squash and macaroni and cheese as my sides. The cafeteria style sitting/dining room was clean and comfy. I would come back here again. read more

Best museum food I've ever had - and I'm still surprised I can say that all in one sentence. Had the fried chicken with a corn bread, mac n' cheese, and collared greens. Everything was delicious and flavorful, however, the mac n' cheese was a lackluster (mixing it with the fried chicken skin gave it more flavor). I'd love to try the other regions if I ever have time to do another museum weekday. read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Fried chicken with collared greens, mac n' cheese, and corn bread. - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Don't waste $6.16 ordering the french fries by itself or with a hotdog. Overcooked & hard/crispy in the center if you like thick potato chips. Told the supervisor by the registers but she's did not seem interested in correcting the cooking problem. read more

Our reservation was at 11 which was good because it was way more crowded by 12:30. You can go old school southern food and/or fusion African and American food. It's all good. read more

Food was good, a smidge overpriced (especially the dessert offerings), would recommend if you are visiting the museum and want enjoy a good should food-inspired meal read more

Sweet Home Cafe - Southern-fried Chicken meal - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The Mac n cheese was top notch. I would come back here and try all their food. It was well worth coming in for and museum was very informative read more

Sweet Home Cafe - The fish, cabbage and this your momma made this Mac N cheese was amazing - Cafes Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Very good, but like most Smithsonian museums, it's a bit overpriced. The food is grouped into original varieties, but it makes more sense in the American Indian Museum. I will say the fried chicken is pretty good. The Mac and cheese side dish was kinda cold. read more

Great food, for a museum eatery. Pity that it closes at 5 and you have to be finished with your meal by 5:30. Number One, I'm using ALL my time to see the museum--especially since exiting the exhibit means I have to get back in the hour-long line. Number Two, it's soul food. Even a quote on the wall expresses how it brings you together for langorious good times. What's langorious about a half hour to scarf down a plate of food--and apparently without conversing with one another. There's a: ~Creole Station ~Soul Food Station ~Dessert Station But where's the: ~West African food? Hailing from the Congo, I know we brought West African traditions. ~Dessert that does not include an option of peach cobbler or pound cake? If not African-Americans, who makes 7Up cake and Banana Pudding? Also, I missed the story somewhere of how soul food and Cajun blends came to be. We did this. The story should be told in the dining hall. read more

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After a long day on my feet visiting The National Museum of African American History and Culture I ventured to their restaurant to get my mojo back. I was tired, emotional and hungry! We waited on line for about 20 minutes before we were able to order our food. I was shocked at the big selection of items and didn't know what to try. I kept it simple and went for my favorite, soul food to end the visit with my culture. LOL. I ordered the fried chicken, mac and cheese and potato salad. That meal was close to $25 with a drink. I was like dayummm. However, I wanted to support the museum and most importantly rest my feet. LOL The cafeteria style seating area is large and can accommodate large groups. There were a lot of staff walking around and maintaining the areas. The chicken was quite tasty but it ended there in terms of uhm, this is quite good. The mac and cheese and potato salad were just OK. I wanted some dessert but decided to get something outside that would be more affordable. Now that I know what to expect I would check out this cafe again to try some other menu items especially since its so convenient. read more

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I really, really wanted to love this spot. The National Museum of African American History and Culture is one of the best on the Mall, but it's accompanied with a restaurant that really does not live up to its potential. To be fair, the restaurant was designed to give a sample of offerings from everything between Soul Food and Creole. I suppose that since it is still inside a museum that I shouldn't have high expectations of it. However, the offerings that we selected were pretty upsetting... The restaurant is divided into four different food stations inspired by African American culture. Once you place an order and grab your food, it acts like a dining hall on a college campus: you go pay for an overpriced plate of food, seat yourself, then bust your dishes at the revolving dishes area. I ordered the Duck & Crawfish Gumbo ($13) which came in a small bowl, was pretty salty, and did not have a lot of meat inside. My friend got the Shrimp & Grits ($16), with undercooked grits and decent pieces of jumbo shrimp. The only real saving grace were the Fried Chicken & Waffles which are honestly difficult to mess up. At least one of the items turned out okay from Sweet Home Cafe. Also... a "cup of water/ice" here costs 10 cents. Additionally, the line to enter the restaurant can be painfully long depending on the day. I anticipate that for the next year or so, this is going to be a daily issue given the high demand for entrance into this incredible museum. Hopefully they shape up their food game. read more

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We opted to break for a meal after seeing the History Galleries, & Sweet Home Café/Dining Hall is an exhibit all within itself. Telling culinary tales with food inspired by African American Culture & present day recipes, there's 4 sections to choose from; The Agriculture South, The Creole Coast, The North States, & The Western Range, with prices ranging from $8-$15. Each region was busy, providing a great variety of basic 'Soul Food'. The interior walls are covered with documentary pictures & historical artifacts providing enormous conversation pieces. The café offers buffet style of serving, with dedicated labels describing the food/ingredients. Some prices are listed as well. There's many islands displaying snacks, desserts, freshly prepared/cooler items, various drinks stations. The lunch counter seating references the Greensboro Woolworth Sit-In. I selected the Black Eye Pea, Golden Corn & Chanterelle Empanada, which was Vegan with a light cilantro sauce drizzled on top. All entrees come with 2 sides, I opted for the Yankee Baked Beans in a Smokey Molasses Sauce (amazingly hearty & delicious) & Sautéed Veggies. Both of my gal pals got the Georgia Shrimp & Anson Mills Stone Ground Grits, with Smoked Tomato Butter, Caramelized Leeks & Crispy Tasso. We paid around $12 a piece for our meals. They should increase the Veggie/Vegan offerings. Side bites; open daily (follows the museum's schedule), 10am-5:00pm, lunch 11am-3pm, no outside food or drinks allowed, can only consume food in the Dining Hall, to go food is good to go, & there's a small beer & wine selection. No wait/busing service, so handle your own, make sure to take your tray, plates & such to the friendly staff by the automated turnstile. & if you are need of a prepared Thanksgiving meal, they are now taking orders that need to be placed by November 18th & picked up on November 24th. Bon Appetite. read more

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As far as museum food goes, this one is definitely one of the best. The food is divided up by geographic regions, which further educates the crowd of African American life and traditions. I wasn't sure where empanadas fell in the Western tradition, but filled with black eyed peas and topped with a green, quasi-chimichurri, they were absolutely delicious, as was the potato salad that accompanied it. The kale salad was a wonderful side, too, but the potato salad was something special. My bf enjoyed his oxtail, which being half Caribbean is a high compliment coming from him, and his mom enjoyed her shrimp n grits. The cornbread and biscuit that accompanied their dishes were excellent, too. Everything around us on all the other tables looked so good, also!! Just about everything, from the lines at each of the geographic stations, to the dessert bar, the efficiency of paying, the ease of finding a seat, and the beautiful quotes on the wall, added to the already wonderful experience at the museum. The only two design flaws that were apparent to me were that trays should be available at all of the stations since it's easy to overlook them at the entrance, and after you pay, the silverware and drink stations are overcrowded and there's limited space to set your tray as you get everything you need. But those are the smallest of criticisms of an otherwise excellent museum dining experience! read more

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