Main Street Cafe - Clanton
About This Spot
Nestled in the heart of Clanton, Main Street Cafe unfolds like a familiar story told through the warmth of southern hospitality and the steady rhythm of a place that’s seen generations come and go. From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere slows to a comforting pause—where worn wooden tables and heavy, well-crafted chairs evoke the kind of home you remember from childhood visits, the kind where everyone has a place and a story.
The pace here is unhurried, inviting you to settle in without rush, whether you’re dropping by for a quiet breakfast or a midday meal that feels like a gentle reunion with flavors that linger. It’s a space where the background hum blends with friendly greetings and the soft clatter of plates, creating a sense of ease that carries through the experience.
Menu offerings, reflected on simple whiteboards that hang casually on the walls, echo a dedication to traditional southern cooking — soulfully familiar, generously prepared, and crafted with a quiet confidence that comes from decades of serving neighbors and travelers alike. The servings invite sharing and savoring, each bite rich with the kind of home-cooked goodness that feels both comforting and genuine.
More than just a stop on the map, Main Street Cafe feels like a gathering point — a snapshot of community lived through food and the smiles exchanged across tables. Whether you’re passing through or settling in for the afternoon, it’s a place where friendly faces and hearty meals create a space that feels a little like coming home.
What’s Available Here
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Delivery
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Fast service
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Great coffee
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Serves local specialty
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Healthy options
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Quick bite
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Small plates
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Toilet
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Casual
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Cosy
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Trendy
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Groups
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Locals
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Good for kids
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High chairs
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Kids' menu
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Free of charge street parking
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Free parking lot
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Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | 05:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 05:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 05:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 05:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Friday | 05:30 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Saturday | Closed | |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM |
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Stacey Phillips 05 Jan 2026
There is always room for improvement no matter how good you are. The staff is always friendly. I feel like I'm visiting family when I go here. The food is southern goodness for sure. Yummmmmm!!!!
roy jones 31 Dec 2025
Great food, great service, and great prices. Will definitely be eating here the next time I’m in the area.
Brittany Hill 06 Dec 2025
best country soul food! the flavor of everything is perfect! always my go to place for lunch!
Bambi 03 Dec 2025
Stopped in for lunch for the first time. The meat & 2 (or 3) choices were written on whiteboards hanging on the walls. We ordered the catfish, squash casserole, bacon & cheese potatoes, corn, cole slaw, & hush puppies. The food was delicious & the portions were quite large. This is a 40-year old restaurant with old heavy, well- built furniture like from Grandma's house. When the restaurant is full, noise level is very high! My only complaint is that we were never told they had a whole other full lunch menu & a full salad bar! We thought we had to order off the meat & 2 (3) choices. Would have appreciated a heads up on their other options. It's obvious most of the diners are usuals who already know about the other menu, but for first-timers, we were left unaware. We plan to return & check out the menu as today's visit proved that these folks definitely know how to cook!
Donna Honish 23 Nov 2025
We had a great late breakfast! Reasonably priced with friendly service. We were traveling on Interstate 65 and had to drive into town about 4 miles but it was well worth the short detour. Lunch menu looked fabulous also, veggies and home cooking..mmm mmm! Will stop by again on another trip. :)
Joe Burke 05 Nov 2025
Down home great food, historic atmosphere, very friendly people! I had beef tips and rice, fried okra, slaw and cornbread with homemade chocolate pudding for dessert. I plan to go back as soon as I get a chance!
Miss Un-PC 16 Oct 2025
We usually get the food to go. The food is delicious. It's Southern soul food. Seasoned perfectly, hot and fast service. The prices are higher but, given this ridiculous inflation, everything costs more. It may not look like much in the to-go container but when I put it on my dinner plate, it's actually a lot. Still, for the quantity and quality of food, it's cheaper than if I bought all the ingredients and cooked it myself. I love cooking but some days, being disabled, I just don't feel like it. Worth the price.
Ed Gardner 24 Sep 2025
Great food selections, excellent taste, generous portions and an amazing server.