Picnic Café – American
Sunlight streams into this cheerful neighborhood haunt, where the comforting aroma of toasted bagels and savory, pepper-flecked sausage gravy invites a slow, soulful start to the morning. The kitchen balances hearty, golden breakfast sandwiches with lighter fare like vibrant fruit plates and creamy Southern egg salad, creating a welcoming space for both early risers and relaxed lunch-goers. As the day unfolds, the air fills with the smoky scent of barbecue pork and the sweetness of fresh-baked muffins, capturing the simple, rustic charm of a perfect midday escape.
30, Public Square South, Dahlonega, GA, 30533 https://thepicniccafe.wixsite.com/picniccafe0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, kosher, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
- Bagel - $3.19: Choices: Plain or Everything. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Muffin - $3.49: Choices: Cranberry Orange, Hearty Morning, Banana Nut, Pumpkin, Double Chocolate, Blueberry, and Lemon Poppyseed. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage Egg and Cheese - $5.54: Choice of toast, croissant, bagel, biscuit, or gluten free toast. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon Egg and Cheese - $5.54: Choice of toast, bagel, croissant, biscuit or gluten free toast. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage Gravy Biscuit - $6.49: Can be served with or without the sausage. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Egg Salad on Bagel - $6.49: Homemade egg salad on choice of bagel. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Fresh Fruit Plate - $7.95: Seasonal fruit served with choice of muffin. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Muffin - $3.99: Daily variety. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Barbeque Pork Sandwich - $11.49: Smoked in-house with sweet and savory BBQ sauce. Includes two sides. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Egg Salad Sandwich - $10.49: Eggs, sliced apples, mayonnaise, seasonings. Includes two sides. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: lunch
- Classic Tuna Salad Sandwich - $10.49: Tuna, pickled relish, eggs, mayonnaise, seasonings. Includes two sides. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Cheddar Pimento Cheese Sandwich - $10.49: Cheddar cheese, diced pimentos, mayonnaise, seasonings. Includes two sides. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pimento Cheese BLT Sandwich - $10.49: Includes two sides. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Turkey Sandwich - $10.49: Lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and mustard on side. Includes two sides. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Special - $11.49: Barbeque scoop, large bowl of stew, and homemade cornbread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quiche Plate - $10.49: Choice of Spinach & Mushroom, Sausage & Cheese, Veggie, or Turkey & Swiss. Includes two sides. Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Signature Salad Trio - $10.49: Choice of three: Chicken salad, Egg salad, Tuna salad, or Pimento cheese. Served with fruit and toast points. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Georgia Peach or Traditional Chicken Salad - $11.49: Large scoop of chicken salad, lemon poppy seed muffin, and seasonal fruit. Dietary tags: High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna on Salad - $10.49: Tuna salad with ginger sesame sauce on green leaf salad. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Big Salad - $9.49: Green leaf salad with various toppings. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy White Bean Chicken Chili - $10.49: Includes choice of pasta salad, potato salad, or fresh fruit. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup - $10.49: Served with green leaf salad and poppy seed dressing. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brunswick Stew - $10.49: Includes choice of pasta salad, potato salad, or fresh fruit. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Basil Bisque Vegetarian Plate - $9.49: Cream based soup served with salad and fresh fruit. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Kid's Menu
- Macaroni and Cheese - $6.45: Cup of mac and cheese, chips, fruit, and animal crackers. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Rings - $6.45: Cup of spaghetti rings, chips, fruit, and animal crackers. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- PB&J - $6.45: Peanut butter and jelly on wheat or gluten free toast, chips, fruit, and animal crackers. Available at: lunch
- Toasted Cheese Sandwich - $6.45: Melted cheese on wheat or gluten free toast, chips, fruit, and animal crackers. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Soup of the Day - Bowl - $4.89: Rotating selection. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Cake - $44.95: Various flavors available. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Whole Pie - $23.95: Various flavors available. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Whole Quiche - $22.95: Spinach and Mushroom or Sausage and Cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Catering Platters
- Large Fruit Platter - $45.95: Serves 15-20 people. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Small Fruit Platter - $24.95: Serves 8-10 people. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Large Baked Goods Platter - $45.95: Muffins, scones, and pastries. Serves 15-20 people. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Small Baked Goods Platter - $24.95: Serves 8-10 people. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sandwich Platter (10+ sandwiches) - $5.19: Price per sandwich. Includes chips upon request. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sandwich Platter (Under 10 sandwiches) - $5.69: Price per sandwich. Includes chips upon request. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Catering and bulk beverage options.
- Carafe of Coffee - $24.95: Serves 8-10 cups.
- Gallon of Regular Drink - $7: Serves 12-16 cups. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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