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This place looks great. Upon walking up, we were greeted by two lovely hostesses wearing white sundresses, denim jackets, and cute cowboy boots. Already I loved it. Our party of four was seated at a smallish table surrounded by a comfy, yet stylish, leather couch and chairs. It reminded me of being in someone's living room and I dug it. A very nice server came over, welcomed us and explained their specialty cocktails. We ordered the blackberry lemonade and the "Porkchop". Both of these drinks were Bourbon based and both of them were outstanding.
I tried:
The Deviled Eggs
The Fried Green BLT Sandwich (no bacon)
Smoked Chicken Salad
Chicken Biscuits
Salisbury Steak
Whipped Sweet Potato
Everything was fantastic! The standouts of the meal (for me) were the Fried BLT (minus the B because I don't dig on swine). This sandwich was fantastic though I will admit the pimento cheese had me worried when I read it on the menu. When they sat it down in front of me, I could not get enough of it! The smoked chicken salad was also terrific. The salad, which pairs the delicious smokey flavor of the chicken with cool avocado, is served over the most delicious corn bread I have ever eaten. The flavors and textures work perfectly and the dish is phenomenal.
The deviled eggs were delicious, as was the Salisbury steak (covered in super yummy mushrooms). The only miss of the meal was the chicken on the chicken biscuit was a little dry. The biscuit itself was excellent. The whipped sweet potato was also delicious. Almost like having dessert with your entree.
Great food, awesome ambiance and fresh concept; I cannot wait to return!
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