Tupelo Honey - Raleigh

4.6

3060 Reviews

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Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-soured, and always Southern.
Reservations recommended for weekends.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 9, 2022

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(919) 723-9353

Other options

Order online

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Southern, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 723-9353
Website
http://tupelohoneycafe.com/location/raleigh/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
425 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh, NC 27605
Neighborhood
Raleigh
Parking details
There are two lots available on Stafford Road behind the restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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We Have Proudly Served Fresh, Made-from-scratch and "Forever Free" Food for over 20 Years: We started as a scratch-made, farm to table restaurant in Asheville, NC in 2000 because we believed food should be good for our guests and for the planet. Today, forever free means the majority of our proteins were raised without antibiotics or hormones. We thoughtfully source ingredients like sustainably-farmed fish, wild-caught shrimp and regionally-sourced wheat and corn from century-old family mills

Hey Y'all Let's Snack!

Biscuits for a Cause$4.00
Two cathead buttermilk biscuits with blueberry jam and whipped butter. Proceeds go to our Tupelo Honey Relief & Development Funds that aid Tupelo employees in need. We proudly awarded $400,000 last year!
Chicken Tortilla Soup
shredded chicken, black beans, fresno chilies, shredded cheddar cheese, cilantro and lime juice topped with tortilla strips
- Cup$4.95
- Bowl$8.50
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes*$10.50
panko-crusted fried green tomatoes, basil, roasted red pepper sauce, over heirloom grits with goat cheese
Spicy Cauliflower Bites*$9.95
beer-battered and lightly fried cauliflower florets & sliced jalapeños, green onions, with sriracha honey drizzle and green tomato aioli dipping sauce
Crispy Brussels*$9.50
with garlic buttermilk ranch dipping sauce
House-Made Fried Pickles*$7.95
with garlic buttermilk ranch dipping sauce

Chef's Specialties

Tupelo Shrimp & Grits***$19.95
sustainable & wild-caught white gulf shrimp, chorizo pork sausage, peperonata, creole sauce, scallions, over heirloom grits with goat cheese
Chili Lime Roasted Half-Bird$23.95
Chicken brined for over 18 hours, roasted and grilled then topped with chili-lime sauce, fresh fresno chilies, and mint. Served with two farm fresh sides
Cast Iron Pork***$17.95
slow-cooked pork shoulder in duck fat, seared in a cast iron wok & glazed with sriracha honey, pickled red onion, cilantro, choice of two farm fresh sides
Blackened Mahi-Mahi$23.95
grilled to perfection with creole butter and choice of two farm fresh sides
Bourbon Peppercorn Glazed Meatloaf$18.50
scratch-made blend of beef & chorizo, choice of two farm fresh sides
Smothered Chicken$18.95
boneless & skinless honey dusted fried chicken thighs*, milk gravy, basil, choice of two farm fresh sides
Farm Fresh Vegetable Plate$14.95
choose any combination of four farm fresh sides
'Old Skool' Breakfast Bowl$12.95
two sunny-side up eggs**, parmesan & rosemary potato cracklins*, cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, salsa, roasted red pepper sauce, over heirloom grits with goat cheese

Tupelo's Famous Bone-In Fried Chicken

Brined for over 18 hours then cooked to perfection and served with one farm fresh side

Original Honey Dusted
sprinkled with our signature "bee dust"
- Dark or White Meat$15.50
- Half-Bird$21.95
Sweet & Spicy
the original tossed with sriracha honey sauce, topped with cilantro
- Dark or White Meat$15.50
- Half-Bird$21.95

Tupelo's Famous Fried Chicken & Buttermilk Waffles

Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken* & Waffles$16.95
the perfect sweet, spicy & savory fried chicken with cilantro, over fluffy buttermilk waffles
Mac-N-Cheese Waffles with Asheville Hot Fried Chicken*$16.95
Yes, we put mac-n-cheese in a waffle, topped it with spicy fried chicken, house-made garlic buttermilk ranch, pickles and chives...you're welcome!
Country Style Fried Chicken* & Waffles$16.95
honey dusted fried chicken over buttermilk waffles, topped with milk gravy & basil, with two sunny-side up eggs** on the side
Classic Chicken* & Waffles$15.95
honey dusted fried chicken served over buttermilk waffles, powdered sugar and whipped butter

Chef Inspired Big Bowl Salads

Add fried* or grilled chicken or shrimp $6.50. Scratch-made dressings: lemon herb, caesar, garlic buttermilk ranch, honey-mustard, thousand island

The Caesar Proper***$12.95
romaine lettuce, fennel and shaved pecorino romano cheese with caesar dressing
Lemon Garden Party***$13.95
arugula and mixed greens with a lemon herb dressing, topped with shaved cucumbers & radishes, feta cheese crumbles and toasted almond slivers
For the Love of Cobb***$13.95
romaine & mixed greens, grape tomatoes, chopped bacon, hard-boiled egg, cheddar cheese, avocado, red onion, with garlic buttermilk ranch

Sandwiches

All sandwiches served with one farm fresh side

Shrimp Po' Boy$15.95
sustainable & wild-caught fried shrimp, shredded greens, tomato & tangy remoulade sauce, on a griddled hoagie bun
Bacon & Avocado Melt$13.95
apple cider bacon, sliced avocado, melted havarti cheese, green tomato aioli, on multi-grain bread
Meatloaf Patty Melt$13.95
scratch-made blend of beef & chorizo meatloaf, melted white cheddar, chipotle aioli, fresh chopped greens, on griddled multi-grain bread
Fried Green Tomato Sandwich$13.95
fried green tomatoes*, basil, melted havarti cheese, house-made pickles & dijonnaise on griddled multi-grain bread
Southern Chicken BLT$14.95
fried* or grilled chicken, apple cider bacon, dijonnaise, lettuce, tomato, on a challah bun
Sweet & Spicy Chicken$14.95
fried chicken*, sriracha honey, lettuce, pickles, tomato, mayonnaise, on a challah bun

Lunch Combos

$13.95. Only served Monday-Friday until 4pm

Choose ½ Sandwich
fried shrimp po' boy, bacon & avocado melt, fried green tomato sandwich*, asheville hot chicken* & ranch melt
Choose 2 Sides
mixed green salad***, french fries*, collards with bacon***, cup of chicken tortilla soup, baked mac & cheese

Sides

Farm fresh sides

Collards w/ Bacon***$4.95
Salt & Pepper Crispy Brussels*$4.95
Baked Mac & Cheese$4.95
Mixed Greens Salad***$4.95
Heirloom Grits w/ Goat Cheese***$4.95
Parmesan & Rosemary Potato Cracklins*$4.95
Butter & Basil Green Beans***$4.95
Extra Crispy French Fries*$4.95
Cup of Chicken Tortilla Soup$4.95

Extra Fixins

One Egg**$2.00
Cheese$1.50
havarti or white cheddar
Bacon
- 2 Slices$2.50
- 4 Slices$5.00
Sausage$6.00
country, chorizo or soysage

Desserts

Heavenly Banana Pudding
Our famous 20 year old recipe of the creamiest banana pudding you have ever had!
- Mini$4.50
- Regular$7.95
Brown Butter Pecan Pie
with dark chocolate sauce drizzle
- Mini$4.50
- Regular$7.95
Mini Dessert Duo
heavenly banana pudding, brown butter pecan pie
- Choose Two for$7.50

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Sweet Iced Tea & Soft Drinks (Free Refills)$3.75
Basecamp Coffee (Free Refills)$3.65
a signature blend roasted by Summit Coffee
Tupelo Honey Cold Brew$5.00
house-made cold brew coffee using Summit Coffee
Turmeric Ginger Tonic$4.95
fresh ginger, turmeric, black pepper, lime and honey
Kiss of Lavender Lemonade$4.95
tart lemonade with a hint on lavender
Southern Hospitality Spritzer$4.95
refreshing spritzer with pineapple and peach
Hopped Sweet Tea$5.50
fresh brewed & hopped in house

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Great for Brunch
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OpenTable Diner
Birmingham
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food4service3ambience4
Reservations were backed up. Waited over 45 minutes last reservation.
C
Cherry
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
The portion side of the mac and cheese was on the slimmer side. Also consider bone in chicken for your chicken and waffles options
SH
SarahH
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was amazing and server was attentive and kind.
NT
NinaT
Charlotte
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience5
Dog friendly on the patio! Even has a dog menu.
HM
HMND
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience2
Delicious. Great service! Outdoor seating area didn't have much effort around it and felt kinda bleak.
MM
MichelleM
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was to celebrate my 53rd birthday. I am so glad I chose this restaurant because it was PERFECT! The waitstaff catered to me and my guests and sat us near more guests that were just as friendly and engaging. This restaurant will definitely see me more often. Thank you
MD
MiamiDiner55
Raleigh
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing chicken and waffles!! Grits are to die for and so are the green fried tomatoes!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This has been our go-to breakfast spot and a place we take out of town guests! We always look forward to good food and great service. Highly recommend!
LH
LdyHeel
Raleigh
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food and service. Tupelo Honey has never disappointed.
KA
KellyA
Atlanta
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
We have frequented Tupelo Honey in 3 different cities. Each time we receive top notch service and high quality food at a reasonable price. The Raleigh location is quaint and not far from the NC State campus.
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Kdfa
Greensboro
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall1food1service3ambience2
Food was not good, cold. Vibe not as expected or described. Finding parking is a nightmare.
MM
MeMe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience3
Good outing for brunch for my first time. The only thing I would suggest make a reservation early and be on time it was packed. Good location and environment. The only thing I would change about it is it needs more space to walk and seating space.
RM
RobertM
Raleigh
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was awesome! Food is awesome as usual!
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience2
Sarah is the best server I’ve ever had. The chicken was a filet that was rather crispy on top of my waffle. The waffle was marvelous and the grits had a weird after taste. Mimosa was also rather tasty so there’s that. Not worth the money tho, unless they ever switch to none in chicken thighs.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our food was delectable and our server was spunky and knowledgeable. Can’t wait to go back
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
really good food!!!
JH
JessicaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the staff were great. Nice atmosphere with lots of seating options. Also note they do have their own parking which is a plus.
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Foodieconnoisseur
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Have the Brussel Sprouts. The are delicious. Repeat customer, always a tasty experience.
HK
HaleyK
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and the service was WONDERFUL. Everything came out quick and perfect.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first time going to Tupelo and I will go back every week from now. The brunch was AMAZING!
LV
LayVee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is amazing. The service and all staff were super friendly. The dining experience was one of the best i’ve ever had.
RC
RaleighC
Raleigh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great dinner at Tupelo. Our server was very helpful and readily available. I believe her name was Amy. Everyone enjoyed their meal selection and they had some good gluten free options for my daughter who can not eat gluten. We had biscuits for an appetizer and they were some of the best biscuits I have tasted - and I have had my share of biscuits over the years ;-). The biscuits have a nice outer crunch and the jam provided was fabulous. For gluten free option, my daughter had the Cast Iron Pork. I got to try it and it had a wonderful flavor and very tender. I had the boneless friend chicken which was also great. My wife had 4 sides as her meal and enjoyed them all. Overall, great food, service and ambience.
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LeiLaniM
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious, satisfying Southern cuisine for the whole family. My toddler is a picky eater and absolutely loved the extra crispy fries. I loved the classic chicken and waffles.
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divamom
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excellent! The honey-dusted fried chicken and the Mac & Cheese were delicious!
KH
KeezyH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loveeeee Tupelo honey everything was great 10/10 would recommend
JW
JamieW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Bring back pancakes!!! Food amazing Grits those grits are fire Love the biscuits
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PatriciaD
Houston
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and seasoning was so perfect ! Complements to the chef !
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful place & the service and food was excellent
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very Friendly Service and I love the fact that all the servers literally were helping each other bring out food so there was no delay. Definitely returning! I forgot to mention and I can’t believe I did. The drinks were great. There was definitely thought putting the options together.
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Kris
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Went to celebrate a birthday. Nobody asked or mentioned it. 🫤 That aside, the food was good 😊. Shrimp & grits never fail and the classic chicken & waffles always satisfy.
SG
SeanG
Charleston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
got a glass of wine but it was very skimpy (>$10) - I expect a healthy pour for glasses of wine. Probably should have gotten the bottle for that price/value. Also, would love a better selection for Paleo/Carnivore - more beef choices would be nice. Otherwise, great restaurant!
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OpenTable Diner
Columbus
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
Food was good. After making a reservation, Was disappointed to walk into a most empty room, walking by every nice booth and window table option and be seated at one of the furthest, smallest tables next to wall. No idea why we got the worst possible table. So much for reservations.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience4
Made a reservation kind of last minute, but heard good things. Took a while to get seated despite the reservation, but our server was wonderful. Food was tasty, drinks were OK.
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RonW
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent all the way around. Sooo good and our server was outstanding.
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johnson212
New York Area
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great Sunday Brunch ! We enjoyed our time at Tupelo Honey. The biscuits are amazing! Everyone ordered something different and we were all pleased with our choices. Definitely a place you want to go hungry! We will be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great and reservation was on time.
G
Guest3000
Raleigh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Table was ready at reserved time. Waitress was prompt, friendly and attentive. Only complaint was soup came out cold.
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Jules
Raleigh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience4
Upon arriving and reviewing the menu we discovered that an (*) on the menu meant that those food items were fried in the same oil as shellfish. I am allergic to shellfish - and ended up having about 10% (generously) of the menu to select from. The sandwich I got was great but having so few choices because of the inflexibility of owners to not fry the one shrimp item on the menu with everything else means we will never return.
JR
JamesRogers
Raleigh
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Tupelo Raleigh has discontinued sweet potato pancakes, which is what I went for - and I thought was one of their signature dishes along with the biscuits. Biscuits are still great, but otherwise the food was a bit ordinary. Coffee portions seem to be smaller too... Bacon was good, but not anything special... Same for the eggs... Won't go back until sweet potato pancakes are back on the menu...
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KatherineS
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved going with my girlfriends for brunch! The brussel sprout appetizer was a favorite!

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You can order delivery directly from Tupelo Honey - Raleigh using the Order Online button. Tupelo Honey - Raleigh also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 723-9353.

Tupelo Honey - Raleigh is rated 4.6 stars by 3060 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 9, 2022

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(919) 723-9353

Other options

Order online

425 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh, NC 27605

Additional information

Neighborhood
Raleigh
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
Cuisines
Southern, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There are two lots available on Stafford Road behind the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://tupelohoneycafe.com/location/raleigh/
Phone number
(919) 723-9353

Tupelo Honey - Raleigh

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

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Smothered Chicken

Famous Fried Green Tomatoes

Biscuits for a Cause

Hey Y'all Let's Snack!

Biscuits for a Cause$4.00

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Famous Fried Green Tomatoes*$10.50

Spicy Cauliflower Bites*$9.95

Crispy Brussels*$9.50

House-Made Fried Pickles*$7.95

Chef's Specialties

Tupelo Shrimp & Grits***$19.95

Chili Lime Roasted Half-Bird$23.95

Cast Iron Pork***$17.95

Blackened Mahi-Mahi$23.95

Bourbon Peppercorn Glazed Meatloaf$18.50

Smothered Chicken$18.95

Farm Fresh Vegetable Plate$14.95

'Old Skool' Breakfast Bowl$12.95

Tupelo's Famous Bone-In Fried Chicken

Original Honey Dusted

Sweet & Spicy

Tupelo's Famous Fried Chicken & Buttermilk Waffles

Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken* & Waffles$16.95

Mac-N-Cheese Waffles with Asheville Hot Fried Chicken*$16.95

Country Style Fried Chicken* & Waffles$16.95

Classic Chicken* & Waffles$15.95

Chef Inspired Big Bowl Salads

The Caesar Proper***$12.95

Lemon Garden Party***$13.95

For the Love of Cobb***$13.95

Sandwiches

Shrimp Po' Boy$15.95

Bacon & Avocado Melt$13.95

Meatloaf Patty Melt$13.95

Fried Green Tomato Sandwich$13.95

Southern Chicken BLT$14.95

Sweet & Spicy Chicken$14.95

Lunch Combos

Choose ½ Sandwich

Choose 2 Sides

Sides

Collards w/ Bacon***$4.95

Salt & Pepper Crispy Brussels*$4.95

Baked Mac & Cheese$4.95

Mixed Greens Salad***$4.95

Heirloom Grits w/ Goat Cheese***$4.95

Parmesan & Rosemary Potato Cracklins*$4.95

Butter & Basil Green Beans***$4.95

Extra Crispy French Fries*$4.95

Cup of Chicken Tortilla Soup$4.95

Extra Fixins

One Egg**$2.00

Cheese$1.50

Bacon

Sausage$6.00

Desserts

Heavenly Banana Pudding

Brown Butter Pecan Pie

Mini Dessert Duo

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Sweet Iced Tea & Soft Drinks (Free Refills)$3.75

Basecamp Coffee (Free Refills)$3.65

Tupelo Honey Cold Brew$5.00

Turmeric Ginger Tonic$4.95

Kiss of Lavender Lemonade$4.95

Southern Hospitality Spritzer$4.95

Hopped Sweet Tea$5.50

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