Mom & Pop Cafes

Griffins Quick Lunch

This cafe has been around since at least 1940. They definitely qualify as a Mom & Pop cafe – if you go, be sure to try the Banana Fritters. They also have good collards. Great place for the locals to gather, open early. Read Chloe’s Blog article   Google map

La Esperanza

Simple, authentic Mexican tacos, frijoles, etc. – no frills. Frequented by locals and hispanics who appreciate food from their country. Easy on the pocket book. Google map

Chicken Kitchen

This cafe has eat in and take out. They have great fried chicken. My nephew likes the tenderloin biscuit. Open early. Google map

Cypress Grill

For over fifty years the Cypress Grill on the banks of the Roanoke River in Jamesville, welcomed diners from all over. It was an institution and only open when the herring were running. After withstanding some monumental hurricanes including Hazel, Florence, Irene, and Floyd, sadly it burned to the ground in 2018. The good news is the staff of the original Cypress Grill have opened a new grill in Williamston, serving up the same fare and the food is better than ever. If you go, you must try the cremated herring, the specialty of the house. It is located in the Belk shopping center between Belk and Tractor Supply. 252-792-4175, 819 E. Blvd, Williamston, NC.