The breakfast is great, and so is the dinner food. Big shout out to miss Dixie and Cable on there…read moreoutstanding cooking.

Only in an emergency. I think they bought the supplies for our breakfast at the dollar general…read moreacross the street. Egg shell stuck to the outside of my fried egg. I order the hash brown plate. What i envisioned was a mound of crisp , seasoned hashbrowns topped with the fried eggs. Instead I received a lukewarm mickey d's style patty... except this one made a mickey d's patty look like a five star hotel. One of the worst breakfasts I've ever had.

Great little spot. Little…read more 3 tables, 9 counter seats, expansive breakfast and lunch menus with specials, soup, and a parking lot full of pickups. "Closed on Thursdays." The gals working are strictly business. The banter in the Cafe area is lively and local. Strong coffee, moderate pricing, and kind of a step back in time to the diners from decades ago.

I'm not sure why this place is listed twice in Yelp and why they don't have 5 stars, so I picked…read moreone to leave my review. :-). We happened upon Tom Thumb with a Google search for breakfast and were sure glad we found it. There's limited parking, but don't bedeterred. It looked like all the locals ate here. It's a cozy place with a few tables and and a bar area where you can sit at the counter and watch them cook. We both had a breakfast platter. I had the "All Original" and my husband had the "Big Breakfast". Both were delicious and plenty of food to keep us full. The coffee was strong but decent. The staff there was very friendly and sweet and you felt like you're eating at Grandma's house. The prices were great. We will be back if we're in Etowah again.

What a gem! We were leaving Nashville and wanted to get breakfast but every place we stopped at…read morehad an hour's wait. We decided to keep going towards home and the I Exit app showed this restaurant. It had good reviews so we decided to give it a try. They serve breakfast all day and even though it was 11:30 that's what we wanted. We chose the Country Boy breakfast with tenderloin. I asked if we could get grits instead of hash browns and our server said sure. We split the breakfast and it was more than enough food for splitting. The coffee came right out, hot and fresh. The food came out shortly after. I can't say enough about how delicious it was. We will definitely stop here again because our son lives in Nashville so we will take this route often. The restaurant was clean and the decor had a country vibe. The servers were very pleasant and efficient.

Food was excellent. We had the BLT and the COD fish dinner. We especially liked the Cole slaw…read more Service was quick.

When we saw the daily menu offering Chicken Livers, as well as Chili w/Grilled Cheese…read moreSandwich...BACK TO THE SUGAR SHACK we went‼ Again, great food served up Hot & Ready. No joke, we were both eating within 4 minutes of walking in the door. Hearty-sized servings, that are Oh So Tasty. Highly Recommended.

Absolutely Fabulous Diner. The Waitresses Are Beautiful and Always Happy. The Food Is Very Good and…read morePlenty of It. I Usually Go For Breakfast But Need To Try Lunch. The Lunch Display Looks Incredible. See You Soon . Marilyn in Athens, Tn.

Mel's Old Times Cafe is exactly what'd you expect in a small little town in the South. They have a…read morequaint, cozy feel with a few tables and booths and are serving up affordable classic dishes - a solid option after visiting Fall Creek Falls for a simple bite. We got their classic breakfast with two eggs, toast, gravy and breakfast meat (bacon, sausage pork loin are a few of the options) with black coffee. Honestly, can't be beat for under 10 dollars. This is definitely your classic greasy spoon diner, food comes out quick and hot and overall hits the spot.

The food was great and the service is too. Very friendly staff. Worth the stop…read more Perfect little town cafe

We started our breakfast with a hot Wildflower Mocha and a Mocha Latte. The Mocha Latte was…read moreoutstanding....rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced. I wanted to try their pancakes but didn't want a full stack, and our server Robin was wonderful in recommending the Sweet Start. One thing we really appreciated is that all breakfast entrees include coffee or tea, and the prices are already very reasonable. We were also pleasantly surprised to learn that even though we ordered specialty coffees, we could still enjoy complimentary refills of regular coffee. The restaurant has a charming and unique atmosphere, with every table looking a little different from the next. For my meal, I ordered the Sweet Start, which included one pancake, eggs, and bacon. I also appreciated the transparency from the staff. When I asked for an extra serving of their homemade pecan butter, I was informed upfront that there would be an additional charge....a level of honesty that's surprisingly rare these days. My husband ordered the Banana Nut French Toast comes with homemade whipped cream and homemade pecan butter, which also came with bacon. He added a side of eggs as well. Everything was delicious. I'm especially particular about pancakes, and I can honestly say they serve some of the best pancakes I've had. The food was excellent, the service was friendly and attentive, and what stood out most was how genuinely happy all the staff seemed to be. It created a warm and welcoming atmosphere that made our visit even more enjoyable. We would definitely return the next time we're in the area.

Staff are super friendly. This place is always packed, but the wait has never been terribly long…read more Not many lunch options for a vegetarian. Their choice and right, of course! Still I am hoping that one day they will offer black bean burgers as a substitute. Maybe! In the meantime, we can pop in and enjoy breakfast!

A nice spot off of 321. We stopped in for a quick breakfast outing. It was a very small sitting…read morearea but it was perfect for the amount of people were dinning in. We never felt cramped. While small, the service was great and we didn't go without contact with our waitress extended period of time. The food was good but not incredible. I would order the breakfast bowl and while my wife shared she wouldn't get her meal again.

Decided to find a spot close by to eat while stopping for gas on the way to the Tail of the Dragon…read more Only a couple minutes off the parkway. We were greeted right away and were able to take a table. Small dining area, with very limited seating. Nice warm cozy vibe including Bob Ross on the tv. The food came out quickly. Hot and fresh. I got the Snoring Bear Breakfast. I chose the Cajun seasoning for the tilapia and it was a lil bland. I probably could have asked for more seasoning, so that's on me. The rest was great. Eggs cooked to perfection. My wife chose the fish platter and she said the fish was delicious. The fries were a lil over seasoned and she had to rub some of the fries off. As for the drinks, cans of Coke, Sprite, etc are $1.99 each. A lil pricey but it is clearly marked on the menu. My only complaint is I ordered a water and was charged 50 cents. It's not listed anywhere on the menu, so I was surprised to see it on my bill. Overall, I would probably stop here again for a quick bite if I'm in the area. Nice little place, and the service is great!

Had an amazing visit , server was a delightful young lady, I had thee Mediterranean Protein skillet…read more, delicious, the fried green tomatoes, also delicious, would highly recommend this place for breakfast or brunch

Visited the Golden Yolk on Saturday morning, and even though it was very busy, the wait was only…read moreabout 20 minutes. I ordered the Good Ole Boy breakfast, and it was excellent. It came with a huge flaky biscuit topped with a generous scoop of sausage and bacon gravy. The scrambled eggs were cooked perfectly, the potatoes were seasoned really well, and the bacon was nice and crispy. My husband got the build-your-own omelet, and it was very well made with fresh ingredients. The atmosphere was lively and a little loud, but it fit the restaurant perfectly with its modern Southern vibe. Pricing was a little high, but nothing crazy in today's market. Will return!

An amazing breakfast in a gas station restaurant. Can't wait to go back when I'm in the area.read more

Located next to a gas station, this is a very no-frills breakfast spot. You order at the counter…read moreand they bring the food to your table. The food was decent, but nothing memorable. If you're looking for a quaint breakfast place with charm or character, this probably isn't it. But if you're hungry and just want a quick, simple bite, it gets the job done. We drove a bit out of the way because of the high Yelp ratings, and as visitors to the Ellijay area it didn't quite live up to our expectations.

Very cute cozy coffee shop. Coffee is excellent, and I highly highly recommend the bagel sandwiches…read morein the morning. Have returns several times over the years.

First Impressions. Main room is like a country dance hall. Walk about a mile to get to the…read morecounter to look at menu and order. Then, pick up order around the corner to your right when they yell your name. Hospitality. Service was friendly and accommodating. Products. Decent. No dark roast coffee. Happy to see and use REAL half and half. Ambiance. Very cozy. Lots of antiques, used books, and media. Seating is limited to 30? Of Note and Last Impressions. Clean and stocked loo. Street and lot parking. Music was a little too loud and overproduced. Overall, fine.