Grist Mill Garden Cafe - GRAND RIVERS

We ordered the BBQ plate, which came with coleslaw, potato salad, a roll with strawberry butter, and a Diet Coke. The food was delicious, just as you would expect from any of Patti’s kitchens. The waitresses were very friendly, and the outdoor dining was quite pleasant.

This restaurant is fantastic! The food is delicious, and the staff is incredibly friendly. If you're in the area, be sure to give them a visit!

However, one downside is the pricing; some menu items and many products in the shops can be quite overpriced. For instance, we recently purchased the strawberry butter, which cost us over $14 for just 12 ounces. On my last visit, I tried the Tropical Piston cocktail but didn't enjoy it as much as I hoped— the salsa didn’t complement the pork chop as effectively as I expected. Overall, the pork chop itself is definitely the star of the menu.

On our way to Chattanooga for lunch, we had a short wait for a table for two, but it wasn't too bad. It gave us just enough time to walk around and stretch our legs. We were seated in the "family" room, which was beautifully decorated and cozy. I ordered the Kentucky Hot Brown, and I really enjoyed it. The chips that came with my meal tasted homemade and were delicious. My friend opted for a club sandwich and salad, but she could only manage to eat half of the sandwich, which she said had great bread. For dessert, my friend tried the dust cake and really liked it. I had the coconut ring; I was expecting more cake beneath all the icing, so I was a bit disappointed. However, it still tasted good once I scraped off about two-thirds of the frosting. Overall, it was a nice stop.

Life is easier if you make a reservation. We checked and sat on time. Sarah was friendly and attentive. Food was good from this world. Bread cooked in a toner with regular and strawberry butter. Yum! Plan to stay to finish the big parts. Worth the trip.