Tallassee’s 1220 Cafe is a popular eating destination for both locals and tourists since it has a wide selection of Southern comfort food and homestyle cuisine. Famous for its daily dishes, the cafe serves fried catfish, shrimp and grits, and pork chops with mashed potatoes. The club sandwich and chicken apple pecan salad are two of their best-selling sandwiches. Additionally, there are seafood options on the menu such hush puppies, crab cakes, and shrimp, which are particularly well-liked on Fridays and Saturdays. Customers raving about the house-made cookies, fresh salads, and soups at 1220 Cafe are in addition to the savory dishes.
Popular Dishes:
- Fried Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes
- Shrimp and Grits
- Chicken and Rice Soup
- Fried Catfish with Hush Puppies
- Club Sandwich
- Chicken Apple Pecan Salad
- Pasta Salad
- Crab Cakes
- Cookies (Macadamia Nut, etc.)
Detailed Dish:
The creamy, handmade quality of the Chicken and Rice Soup at 1220 Cafe makes it a popular choice. Simmered in a seasoned broth, it blends precisely cooked rice with soft, shredded chicken. It’s comfortable and filling, perfect for a casual lunch served with a side of freshly made bread. Particularly in the winter months, this dish is often complimented for its harmony of warmth and flavor.