Spelunkers Cafe and Ice Cream Parlor

Popped into Lantern Cafe for some ice cream after a two hour Drips and Domes, Mammoth Cave National Park tour. Ice cream was really tasty. A kid next to us had the pretzel, WOW it was as big as his head. Great place for a rest after any cave tour.

Went in here after a cave tour. Remodeling is still going on outside, and while the inside appears done it could use some final touches. Personal pizza was great. But I know these come in frozen 🤷. Pulled pork sandwich was dry and flavorless. And definitely not worth $7. Service is fine. Despite the large windows brightening up the place, the vibes gave school cafeteria.

We stopped here for a quick bite before going into the caves. You go over the bridge from the Mammoth Cave Vistor Center to reach the Cafe. We got a pre-made egg salad sandwich for $8. Naturally, food and drinks are overpriced to take advantage of tourists. Despite having to pay a lot for a sandwich, it was delicious. Staff were also friendly. During the coronavirus pandemic: They have social distancing indicators in place. Traffic is one-way. Enter through one set of doors and exit through the next. Seating indoors is limited, but there are a lot of places to sit and eat outside, too.

A welcome respite from the heat. Why not reward yourself with a sandwich (pre-made) or better yet Chaney's family owned ice cream. I received a generous dip of Big Red Rumble with velvet cake and chocolate. Surprisingly mild (I was expecting a very rich flavor) but nonetheless very creamy and ultimately satisfying. Plenty of seating though you may have to be patient in the ice cream line.

Food is basic deli fare, pricing is reasonable, and is good for a quick meal. A nice place to relax after hiking.