Magnolia Room Cafeteria

Very tasty food, for a cafeteria. Their Magnolia Plate includes 1 entree, 2 sides, bread, and drink. When you enter the service line, the first items you see are the very tempting deserts and salads, but those are ala carte additions, and are an extra $5 or more for each item, which will add an additional $5 or $10 to your $20 Magnolia Plate. Not complaining because they are lovely and delicious dishes, but will turn your $20 lunch into $30. We weren't aware of this on our first visit, so we're just letting you know. The food is very tasty and well presented. The portions are more than adequate and we were very pleased with our lunch. They do have private dining rooms for group dining, and my volunteer organization had dinner here the other evening. The Magnolia Room

Genuinely enjoyed all components of this classic Southern style cafeteria. They pay homage to the tradition of old style cafeteria spots and enhance the vibe with vintage decor, cozy seating and low, relaxed lighting. Plus, the prices are affordable and the staff is super helpful and friendly. We will definitely make the trip back!

The Magnolia Room is the definition of Southern comfort food done right. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a welcoming, hometown atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The cafeteria-style setup is efficient and inviting, with a wide variety of classic Southern dishes that are fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The food tastes homemade—hearty portions, well-seasoned, and consistently satisfying. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch or sitting down for a relaxed meal, the experience is always pleasant and comforting. The staff is friendly, the space is clean, and the overall vibe is warm and welcoming. If you’re looking for good Southern cooking, generous portions, and a place that feels like a community staple, The Magnolia Room is a must-visit.

Not nearly as frequent as we’d like but we some how manage to make it work when we’re near by each other…true definition of where there’s a will, there’s a way…and almost always involves something delicious…today was extra heavy on the delicious part! I’d never been to Magnolia Room, even when it was in Rich’s, so when Jim recommended it there was no other option! As much as I enjoyed the meal, which was a LOT, I enjoyed picking Jim up, driving through memory lane down Jimmy Carter Blvd, ‘That was a Mazzio’s, that was Showbiz, that was Cub Foods, that was a Sizzler, etc…’ and catching up on the way to Magnolia, where we met Tim and the conversations continued, over our delicious meal! According to Jim, S&S Cafeteria had a daily patron who, when he heard S&S’s plans to close, he offered th

One of the nicest cafeterias I’ve visited. This is not a buffet, but a price for an entree, sides, bread and a drink. Portions are good do you don’t need to go through again. Food quality is very nice because nothing fits around. Not sure if the posted costs because the matters are between $17-22 dollars lunch is right around the low $20s with tax and tip.