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American restaurant in Augusta, Georgia
What should I order at The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery?
What to order
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Cinnamon Rolls
Mentioned multiple times as a must-try item that is delicious and generously sized, with one reviewer noting they lasted them a week.
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Red Velvet Cake with Cheesecake Center
Highly praised as the best cake in Augusta, with reviewers loving the rich flavor and the cheesecake middle, describing it as amazing and indulgent.
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Shrimp and Grits
Recommended for dinner as very tasty and filling, with positive comments on flavor and portion size.
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Jerk Chicken Salad
Described as amazing with a unique combination of flavors including clementine orange slices complementing the spiciness.
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Ahi Nachos
Noted as an amazingly different dish with fantastic flavors, even though the cold nachos were a surprise.
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Curious George Sandwich
Recommended for lunch with warm serving and excellent flavor, including turkey and spinach dip, described as absolutely incredible.
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Bubba Nachos
Mentioned as a delicious and well-sized appetizer, with leftovers for another meal.
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Monte Cristo
Recommended by staff and described as delicious, though noted to be a large portion.
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Tomato Apple Soup
Recommended as a flavorful soup with a unique tomato base blended with fire-roasted Fuji apples and carrots.
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Brunch Egg Rolls
Mentioned as a very good starter with live music enhancing the brunch experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 4 PM |
About The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery
Southern specialties, sandwiches, soup & wine served in a former cotton warehouse.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery known for?
It is best known for its cake and dessert selection, especially red velvet cake, hummingbird cake, cheesecake by the slice, and other sweets served in a former cotton warehouse. Reviewers also repeatedly call out fried green tomatoes, corn chowder, and live music as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery?
Reviewers most often recommend the red velvet cake, hummingbird cake, fried green tomatoes, corn chowder, shrimp and grits, cinnamon rolls, and the Monte Cristo. The Tomato Apple soup and Southern Gent sandwich also get specific praise for being flavorful and memorable.
What is the atmosphere like at The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery?
The vibe is casual, cozy, historic, and a bit trendy, with an old industrial or reclaimed-factory feel that includes plants and found furniture. It works well for groups, tourists, and solo diners, and several reviews mention live music making brunch and dinner feel especially comfortable.
Is The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers often say the portions are filling and the cakes are worth ordering by the slice. Several people describe the food as a hidden gem and note that even dessert portions can be large enough to share or take home.
When is the best time to visit The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery?
Lunch and Sunday brunch are both popular, and reviews suggest live music can make the meal feel especially enjoyable. Service is often described as fast, though one reviewer noted lunch can feel rushed when the place is busy, so reservations may help.
Is parking available at The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery offers vegan options.
Is The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery kid-friendly?
Yes, The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery is good for kids.
