When someone tells you they know a place where hats float through the air and teacups defy gravity, you either back away slowly or immediately ask for directions.
In Mentone, Alabama, The Hatter Cafe proves that the second option is definitely the right choice.
Perched atop Lookout Mountain in the northeastern corner of Alabama, Mentone already has a reputation for being a little bit different from the rest of the state.
The elevation gives it cooler temperatures, the scenery provides views that belong on postcards, and the whole town has this relaxed, artsy vibe that makes you want to slow down and actually enjoy life for a change…