You can’t beat Southern, home cooked, cafeteria-style food served in a charming spot that has been open for decades. Whether you want to visit bright and early for scrambled eggs, sausage, and fresh coffee or the crispiest fried chicken this side of the Mississippi, this is the place. So make sure to grab a tray and travel back in time with this true Southern dining experience.

Matthews Cafeteria in Tucker, Georgia is a family-owned business that began in 1955.

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Featuring a delicious mix of Southern favorites and home-style gems, the menu at Matthews Cafeteria never disappoints.

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Whenever you step through the doors, you’ll always be able to count on great food and great company.

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It is only fitting that the charming cafeteria-style restaurant is located in the historic town of Tucker, Georgia.

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You won’t just find home-cooked Southern staples like fried chicken, pecan pie, grits and fried catfish…

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…but you’ll also find a plethora of breakfast options, too, which can kickstart any day the right way.

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You also can’t forget about desserts, which some might feel are the highlight of any meal, especially since they are home cooked to pure perfection.

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It’s hard to have a bad experience at this charming, family-run restaurant, especially when the service and food have been consistently stellar throughout the years.

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Located on main street in the beautiful downtown area of Tucker, Georgia, head on over to Matthews Cafeteria.

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This is the place where family comes together to chow down on a true Southern feast—cafeteria-style.

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Ready to chow down? The address for Matthews Cafeteria is 2299 Main St, Tucker, GA 30084-4702. The hours are Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. To find out more information about Matthews Cafeteria, visit the website or Facebook Page.

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Meanwhile, if you’re looking for other delicious restaurants, make sure to take the ultimate famous food road trip in Georgia.

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