The Whistle Stop Cafe — Restaurant in Forsyth

It ain't like Ruth and Idgie, and it ain't like it was with the previous owner. I used to go to the Whistle Stopregularly, and it was always a nice experience - good food, ample portions, and good service. I moved to North GA, but had to go to Macon today, so I stopped to get a veggie plate. Make sure you check your order because this is an example of what I got - and paid a high price for it. What you see in the three containers is a comparison to demonstrate what I paid $6.95 plus tax for - the middle container of black eyed peas. When I ordered the peas, I was told that they were only selling the crocks - that I could not add them to my order. When I saw the container was barely half full, I called the restaurant. The lady told me I had ordered an individual order, and I told her that I had ordered the crock, and that it was a pint - and only half full. Then, she claimed it was a quart (I have it staged by a quart), and that it was full because she had filled it. I asked for a half refund, and she said, "You ain't getting no refund - and you can suck on it." I told her I would call the owner and get my credit card company to issue a refund. She said, "Good luck with that because the owner is our mama."

On the plate, there were plenty of apples, but as you see, the other veggies did not even cover the bottom of the plate. Truth is, they were running out (erased the choice after I ordered) and gave me what was left and charged me $14.50 for this plate. The peas were supposed to be peas and onions, but it was peas and bacon. I can't eat bacon.

This place is about making money off the movie name, and as the young woman demonstrated, they could care less about their product or service because people will come because of the name - and they can just tell people to "suck on it" if they...

Historic cafe in a "historic" village mostly because a large part of the 1991 movie Fried Green Tomatoes was filmed there. Yes, they serve those (6 to an order, $10) and they were delicious. 🤤

The filmmaker took the existing buildings, mostly 1920s vintage or older, and converted them into a film set. Most of the town buildings are now owned by an elderly man named Robert, who purchased them decades ago and leases them out to the business owners. Sort of a rural Georgia Potemkin Village, but fun nevertheless.

We signed the Cafe wait register at 1230, and explored the nearby gift & antique shops for an hour (WSC doesnt take reservations). We then spent our final 45 minutes on the shaded front porch, where chairs & benches are provided. So in total we had a 1-hour 45 minute wait, which was made pleasant by exchanging banter and conversation with the other patrons.

Our hostess/server/busboy/cashier was Beth, who must be the hardest working woman in seven counties. All kudos to Beth, who managed to be super helpful, sassy, and efficient under a staggering workload. Beth said we were sitting in the booth where the sheriff sat in the movie.

Since the beef tips & rice daily special had just sold out, I went with the country fried steak with white gravy + 2 sides (side salad + speckled butter beans, $13). All of which was, if not super healthy, super delicious. We split a slice of lemon cake with vanilla ice cream.

The decor is down home rural Georgia circa 1927. A freight train went by 100 feet from the Cafe 3 times in the 3 hours we were in town, giving authenticity to the Whistle Stop moniker. 😎

I took away 1 star for the long wait time and overworked air conditioning system. WSC is only open 11-4, and not at all on Tuesday or Wednesdays. CCs accepted and southern...

My wife & I had a great time at the Whistlestop Cafe. The waitress was not only very helpful, but full of knowledge she was willing to share about the movie made here (things you probably wouldn't find out elsewhere!) - and was willing to spend her time explaining and showing us the movie photos and paraphernalia in the cafe. She also gave a history of the town, which we later went and explored.

The food is typical Southern fare - heavy on the "breaded & fried" style, which is good. Do NOT miss your opportunity to sample their famous fried green tomatoes, which are quite good when caught in season! We bought a batch of batter, tho' to tell the truth my wife, an old Southern farm raised gal herself, can make them better - tho' I might be a bit prejudiced. ;)

Plan to arrive a bit early if you want a GOOD experience. We arrived shortly before opening, which is why the waitress, whom we ended up tipping very well for her time, was able to spend so much time catering to my wife's wants & questions (I'm more of an ignorant man.) Having the cafe next to the river and railroad track certainly adds to the atmosphere, and don't forget to "visit" the grill, etc., located in the side and back yards. Also plan to take some time exploring the stores across the street, and some of the more whimsical structures / sight gags which are sprinkled up and down the main drag - it will take an afternoon, and then there's the Old Mill Motorcycle Museum right there nearby, though it was closed the day we were there. All in all this town - and this cafe - deserve a 4 to 5 star rating when it comes to encouraging tourism, and a...