Small roadside dinner with attitude. Great homemade meals and awesome service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Reed Rogers
I had an incredible experience at this facility. The price is are amazing and very affordable. I haven't seen that kind of process or country cooking and at least 40 years. All of the staff were very friendly and the food was the kind of country cooking that is hard to find any longer. There was plenty of seating and the food came out quickly. When you first pull up, you may notice many vehicles parked at the front and on the side. That was a great indicator of a popular café. That was likely delicious food. It did not disappoint. It would not be one of my frequently visited places to eat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Parker David
Love it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Dalen
Best breakfast restaurant near pbc hands down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Teresa Simmons
This is a nice place to eat. The locals know!Food is delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
CDC
Love Bruce Cafe. Good southern home cooking. Go hungry b/c they serve a lot of food. Been there several times for lunch. Bring cash b/c they don't take credit cards.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Gamer05863
Great atmosphere and food. Loved our stop here on vacation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fred Morgan
UPFRONT: I really wanted this place to be a solid five-star experience. Honestly, it was close to being a three-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️ because of one thing—the coffee!
I’ve been wanting to visit for over two years, but I only come through this area occasionally. Every time I’ve tried before, it’s been closed—even just a few weeks ago when it was supposed to be open, with no sign on the door explaining why.
Inside, the space is small, and I imagine it gets crowded at lunch. My wife had to sit right up against the coffee-serving table. The décor was what you’d expect—simple but nice—and the place looked very clean.
It has that true backroad, mom-and-pop restaurant vibe I love. Good service, good company, good food—that’s what I was hoping for. And honestly, it almost hit the mark.
The food? No question—it was good. The cheapest breakfast on the menu was $8.99, which surprised me a bit. That was basically two eggs, grits, and toast. For comparison, Waffle House has a similar breakfast for about $7. My wife and I both ordered the two-egg breakfast with bacon for $10 each, plus Coffee.
Here’s where things went downhill: the coffee. It came out in possibly the smallest cups I’ve ever seen—like a New York bistro demitasse. That didn’t bother me as much as what was inside. Honestly, it was the WORST COFFEE I’ve had in 70 years. I don’t know where they’re getting it, but it tasted cheap and bitter. That first sip dropped my five-star hopes straight down to two stars. (Small not, only Pink sweetner).
I didn’t complain—the waitress was nice—so I decided to see how the food was. When the plates came out, they looked great, and they didn’t disappoint. Everything tasted very good. That brought my rating back up to about 3½ stars.
The final boost came when I went to pay. The bill was $21 total—less than $10 each with tax—because coffee was included with breakfast. The waitress just noticed we didn’t want any refills, which was fine by me since my wife barely touched hers.
So, please don’t let my rating scare you away. This little spot still checks the boxes for a true backroad, homestyle restaurant. The food was excellent, the staff was good (maybe not as chatty as some local places, but pleasant), and the prices are fair for what you get.
The lunch menu varies daily, and from what I saw on the wall, sandwiches and burgers run about $13 (likely without drinks). So.. A SOLID 4 STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and 5 if I hear they changed their coffee. Important note: *This is a CASH-ONLY establishment with NO ATM on site. I say it us worth a stop if you find them open...! *Bathrooms are 'Out Back' in building, accessible from outside behind building. They were clean.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
N6785UUfredm
UPFRONT: I really wanted this place to be a solid five-star experience. Honestly, it was close to being a three-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️ because of one thing—the coffee! I’ve been wanting to visit for over two years, but I only come through this area occasionally. Every time I’ve tried before, it’s been closed—even just a few weeks ago when it was supposed to be open, with no sign on the door explaining why. Inside, the space is small, and I imagine it gets crowded at lunch. My wife had to sit right up against the coffee-serving table. The décor was what you’d expect—simple but nice—and the place looked very clean. It has that true backroad, mom-and-pop restaurant vibe I love. Good service, good company, good food—that’s what I was hoping for. And honestly, it almost hit the mark. The food? No question—it was good. The cheapest breakfast on the menu was $8.99, which surprised me a bit. That was basically two eggs, grits, and toast. For comparison, Waffle House has a similar breakfast for about $7. My wife and I both ordered the two-egg breakfast with bacon for $10 each, plus Coffee. Here’s where things went downhill: the coffee. It came out in possibly the smallest cups I’ve ever seen—like a New York bistro demitasse. That didn’t bother me as much as what was inside. Honestly, it was the WORST COFFEE I’ve had in 70 years. I don’t know where they’re getting it, but it tasted cheap and bitter. That first sip dropped my five-star hopes straight down to two stars. (Small not, only Pink sweetner). I didn’t complain—the waitress was nice—so I decided to see how the food was. When the plates came out, they looked great, and they didn’t disappoint. Everything tasted very good. That brought my rating back up to about 3½ stars. The final boost came when I went to pay. The bill was $21 total—less than $10 each with tax—because coffee was included with breakfast. The waitress just noticed we didn’t want any refills, which was fine by me since my wife barely touched hers. So, please don’t let my rating scare you away. This little spot still checks the boxes for a true backroad, homestyle restaurant. The food was excellent, the staff was good (maybe not as chatty as some local places, but pleasant), and the prices are fair for what you get. The lunch menu varies daily, and from what I saw on the wall, sandwiches and burgers run about $13 (likely without drinks). So.. A SOLID 4 STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and 5 if I hear they changed their coffee. Important note: This is a CASH-ONLY establishment with NO ATM on site. I say it us worth a stop if you find them open...!
clancy faucheux
I had a chance to eat there lunch. It was a fried chicken plate 3 sides with a veg.soup starter and dessert all for $13. It was really good and i was full.
Don’t sleep on the gravy and biscuits here! This woman can cook! Best food in the area imo.
tara jones
We are from southern Tennessee and this feels just like home. We love the old dinner feel. The breakfast was delicious and fast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Evil_E207
I think it was 40 years ago when I first tried the food at Bruce Cafe. I was staying with my cousin over in Ebro when my Uncle took us. A quaint little place where the true meaning of Southern hospitality reigns. Excellent food and excellent service. We went every summer for years. This past May I went to see my Uncle and suggested we go back to Bruce. I hadn't stepped foot in the restaurant in maybe 30 years - it was like stepping back in time. Great food and even better customer service. It's too bad I live so far away. Hopefully can make it again sometime!
Marlana Nicolitz
What a gem...you have to check out the cute setting, good food, great prices, and friendly people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris F
Great little cafe! Great breakfast! Great prices! THANKYOU!
Small roadside dinner with attitude. Great homemade meals and awesome service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had an incredible experience at this facility. The price is are amazing and very affordable. I haven't seen that kind of process or country cooking and at least 40 years. All of the staff were very friendly and the food was the kind of country cooking that is hard to find any longer. There was plenty of seating and the food came out quickly.
When you first pull up, you may notice many vehicles parked at the front and on the side. That was a great indicator of a popular café. That was likely delicious food. It did not disappoint. It would not be one of my frequently visited places to eat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best breakfast restaurant near pbc hands down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a nice place to eat. The locals know!Food is delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love Bruce Cafe. Good southern home cooking. Go hungry b/c they serve a lot of food. Been there several times for lunch. Bring cash b/c they don't take credit cards.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Great atmosphere and food. Loved our stop here on vacation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
UPFRONT:
I really wanted this place to be a solid five-star experience. Honestly, it was close to being a three-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️ because of one thing—the coffee!
I’ve been wanting to visit for over two years, but I only come through this area occasionally. Every time I’ve tried before, it’s been closed—even just a few weeks ago when it was supposed to be open, with no sign on the door explaining why.
Inside, the space is small, and I imagine it gets crowded at lunch. My wife had to sit right up against the coffee-serving table. The décor was what you’d expect—simple but nice—and the place looked very clean.
It has that true backroad, mom-and-pop restaurant vibe I love. Good service, good company, good food—that’s what I was hoping for. And honestly, it almost hit the mark.
The food? No question—it was good. The cheapest breakfast on the menu was $8.99, which surprised me a bit. That was basically two eggs, grits, and toast. For comparison, Waffle House has a similar breakfast for about $7. My wife and I both ordered the two-egg breakfast with bacon for $10 each, plus Coffee.
Here’s where things went downhill: the coffee. It came out in possibly the smallest cups I’ve ever seen—like a New York bistro demitasse. That didn’t bother me as much as what was inside. Honestly, it was the WORST COFFEE I’ve had in 70 years.
I don’t know where they’re getting it, but it tasted cheap and bitter. That first sip dropped my five-star hopes straight down to two stars. (Small not, only Pink sweetner).
I didn’t complain—the waitress was nice—so I decided to see how the food was. When the plates came out, they looked great, and they didn’t disappoint. Everything tasted very good. That brought my rating back up to about 3½ stars.
The final boost came when I went to pay. The bill was $21 total—less than $10 each with tax—because coffee was included with breakfast. The waitress just noticed we didn’t want any refills, which was fine by me since my wife barely touched hers.
So, please don’t let my rating scare you away. This little spot still checks the boxes for a true backroad, homestyle restaurant. The food was excellent, the staff was good (maybe not as chatty as some local places, but pleasant), and the prices are fair for what you get.
The lunch menu varies daily, and from what I saw on the wall, sandwiches and burgers run about $13 (likely without drinks).
So.. A SOLID 4 STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
and 5 if I hear they changed their coffee.
Important note:
*This is a CASH-ONLY establishment with NO ATM on site.
I say it us worth a stop if you find them open...!
*Bathrooms are 'Out Back' in building, accessible from outside behind building. They were clean.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
UPFRONT: I really wanted this place to be a solid five-star experience. Honestly, it was close to being a three-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️ because of one thing—the coffee! I’ve been wanting to visit for over two years, but I only come through this area occasionally. Every time I’ve tried before, it’s been closed—even just a few weeks ago when it was supposed to be open, with no sign on the door explaining why. Inside, the space is small, and I imagine it gets crowded at lunch. My wife had to sit right up against the coffee-serving table. The décor was what you’d expect—simple but nice—and the place looked very clean. It has that true backroad, mom-and-pop restaurant vibe I love. Good service, good company, good food—that’s what I was hoping for. And honestly, it almost hit the mark. The food? No question—it was good. The cheapest breakfast on the menu was $8.99, which surprised me a bit. That was basically two eggs, grits, and toast. For comparison, Waffle House has a similar breakfast for about $7. My wife and I both ordered the two-egg breakfast with bacon for $10 each, plus Coffee. Here’s where things went downhill: the coffee. It came out in possibly the smallest cups I’ve ever seen—like a New York bistro demitasse. That didn’t bother me as much as what was inside. Honestly, it was the WORST COFFEE I’ve had in 70 years. I don’t know where they’re getting it, but it tasted cheap and bitter. That first sip dropped my five-star hopes straight down to two stars. (Small not, only Pink sweetner). I didn’t complain—the waitress was nice—so I decided to see how the food was. When the plates came out, they looked great, and they didn’t disappoint. Everything tasted very good. That brought my rating back up to about 3½ stars. The final boost came when I went to pay. The bill was $21 total—less than $10 each with tax—because coffee was included with breakfast. The waitress just noticed we didn’t want any refills, which was fine by me since my wife barely touched hers. So, please don’t let my rating scare you away. This little spot still checks the boxes for a true backroad, homestyle restaurant. The food was excellent, the staff was good (maybe not as chatty as some local places, but pleasant), and the prices are fair for what you get. The lunch menu varies daily, and from what I saw on the wall, sandwiches and burgers run about $13 (likely without drinks). So.. A SOLID 4 STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and 5 if I hear they changed their coffee. Important note: This is a CASH-ONLY establishment with NO ATM on site. I say it us worth a stop if you find them open...!
I had a chance to eat there lunch. It was a fried chicken plate 3 sides with a veg.soup starter and dessert all for $13.
It was really good and i was full.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Don’t sleep on the gravy and biscuits here! This woman can cook! Best food in the area imo.
We are from southern Tennessee and this feels just like home. We love the old dinner feel. The breakfast was delicious and fast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I think it was 40 years ago when I first tried the food at Bruce Cafe. I was staying with my cousin over in Ebro when my Uncle took us. A quaint little place where the true meaning of Southern hospitality reigns. Excellent food and excellent service. We went every summer for years. This past May I went to see my Uncle and suggested we go back to Bruce. I hadn't stepped foot in the restaurant in maybe 30 years - it was like stepping back in time. Great food and even better customer service. It's too bad I live so far away. Hopefully can make it again sometime!
What a gem...you have to check out the cute setting, good food, great prices, and friendly people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great little cafe! Great breakfast! Great prices! THANKYOU!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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