Tupelo's Bakery & Cafe

Came to this place from a recommendation from a friend as a place that supports local food.  It's 5 miles off the highway so would never have found it.

This place was very open and quiet.  Tables were all types of different dining tables, ones you might find in your house, which made for a very cozy feel.

Most of the food items were organic.  Many baked goods including bread made daily.  I went with the Italian Stallion sandwich.  I love fresh bread.  It just has a certain taste you'll never get from the grocery store.  The dressing for the sandwich was especially tasty.

Really a gem of a fund and a nice alternative to fast food if you're on the road.  Will be sure to eat here again next time I drive through.

The food was enjoyable, but the young lady working at the front counter bordered on rude. I was frustrated by her complete lack of kindness. No hint of a smile, and she was terse with both me and the customer in front of me. I don't expect everyone to be brimming with southern gentility, but she seemed to be bothered to have customers to serve. Toward the end of my visit, I encountered a different lady (I got the vibe that she may be the owner, but I don't know) who made me feel welcome there, which was nice. This may be expecting too much or reading into things too much, but I like to frequent the sorts of locally owned places who buy locally sourced food because I like to think that we care about our communities and want to enhance our sense of community. I'd like to see just a teensy, teensy bit of that vibe from the person serving me my food. Again, though, the food was tasty, and I hope when I make it through Monticello again the cashier is in a better mood so I don't feel like I'm a thorn in her side.

Loved it, had a turkey and Swiss with a quiche. Wish I could make it on a weekday  for the full menu.