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Amazing Decatur Soul Food

I absolutely love Our Way Cafe. I grew up in Decatur and my group of friends would walk there from the other side of Decatur just to get a veggie plate … I went to college down the street from Our Way, so I ate there in college too. I live downtown now, but I still drive to Decatur sometimes to get a take-out plate. I'm not big Asian fusion tablescape on meatloaf or pork roast. I honestly think they overcook their entrees a bit. But it's completely worth a visit to them just for sumptuous macaroni and cheese, creamy whipped potatoes and mushroom gravy, succulent sweet potato casserole, juicy greens, and a biscuit. Granted, that's like one million calories, but for three sides or a meat and two it's less than ten bucks … with a drink! Now THAT'S soul food. Side note: It's not a formal restaurant at all. No table service.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended
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01/14/2008 Posted by whenthewarcame

Makes me do the happy dance!

I wish my waistline could afford to eat here every day - reminds me of visits to grandma's on the farm. Outstanding comfort food - haven't had a thing that I haven't liked. LOVE the chicken enchilada's and the creamed corn is addictive. For those that don't know, Our Way Cafe also does catering - we used them for a party and they prepared and served the most creative, tasty Asian Fusion menu. Thank you Our Way for making this world a happier place.
Pros: Thumbs way up for tasty.
Cons: Ambience will not impress a first date.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended
09/06/2007 Posted by itpfoodie

This Place is Great!

This place is great! The decor is definitely not the focus - the food is the main event. The portions are so big you can get the half sizes of both entrees and sides and not feel cheated or hungry after your meal. Everything I have tried has been good. I will second the meatloaf, because it is great. So far, my favorite dessert is the cherry crumb … whatever the rest of the name is. Getting just sides/vegetables also makes for a very satisfying meal. I do think they are cash only, so visit the ATM in the parking lot if you need it.
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Atlanta, GA
5 star rating
01/16/2008 Jason and Jarrod shuckin corn

Oh, man!

Oh, man! Comfort food! It's just so good, and so cheap … and the guys that work there are adorable. Salmon loaf - really, it's good and not scary at all. Awww - and the hot chicken salad!

Our Way Cafe is addictive.
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Avondale Estates, GA
4 star rating
02/22/2008

This Place is Heaven on Earth

This place is heaven on earth. I always leave with a clean plate, a full stomach, and a smile. When I first started going there I was obsessed with the meatloaf (still am). It is amazing, but I have since branched out and have had many of their dishes including their pork roast, bbq, chicken, and a few casseroles. All have been stellar. This place is just southern cooking at its absolute finest.

I haven't even touched on the huge variety of sides/veggies they have. I always get their mac & cheese and then get different things to go with it. You seriously can't go wrong. If you like a little spice in your bread make sure to get the jalapeno cornbread as a nice compliment to your meal. And one more thing that should go without saying … make sure to have a sweet, iced tea with your meal.

The only negative is that they aren't opened on the weekend … I've had to hold my cravings until monday quite a few times. This place is by far the best when it comes to "meat and 2 veg." Just go and thank me later. artfully prepared fresh cut fruit
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Decatur, GA
5 star rating
08/31/2007

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Our Way Cafe Masters Meatloaf

Southern comforts prevail at this popular meat-and-three that straddles the geography between Decatur and Avondale Estates [not really - see note below]. It typically offers five entrees each day, but the tried-and-true meatloaf always basks in the spotlight. The secret, according to co-owner and recipe maestro Eva Roswall, is the abundance of meat, the lack of filler and the unmistakable tang of homemade tomato chutney. The kitchen churns out about 40 pounds of meatloaf a day.

More mealtime serenity can be found in the chicken enchiladas and the signature macaroni and cheese starring Monterey Jack, cheddar and white cheese sauce. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, a full-on vegetarian entree comes on board, including pacifiers like veggie pot pie and lasagna.
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Reason to Come Back: Fried Corn and Meatloaf

Reason to Come Back: Fried Corn and Meatloaf
After Southern Star closed its doors, I have been mourning. Our Way Cafe is a good bet for the Southern meat and 3. Their cornbread is excellent which is usually my test of a Southern restaurant. Be prepared for cafeteria style eating and too much brick a brack on the walls. You can eat for $6-$10 per person. The food is as good or better than Watershed, which is overrated and overpriced. Go here instead.
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heheher from Decatur, GA

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