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What began exclusively as a cozy dessert spot 37 years ago has become one of Winston-Salem’s most recommended dining destinations. Those sweet treats at Midtown Cafe & Dessertery – now in more than 30 varieties – still have quite a loyal following and tempt guests from behind an impressive glass showcase, ready to complement all your holiday gatherings!
Whether you’re dining in this holiday season or ordering take-out to be enjoyed with family and friends at home, Midtown Cafe is a comfort food gem, and the ultimate season of comfort and celebration has prompted the addition of some tasty new menu items this month.
“On the dessert side, we’re bringing back our seasonal pumpkin pie and red velvet cake, along with a new seasonal cobbler bar sundae and a new salted caramel cookie blast,” explains Director of Operations Shara Rubino. “Our other delicious new menu items are going to include crab cake benedict, citrus berry pound cake french toast, salted caramel banana bread french toast, kickin cajun mac & cheese bowl, the oh my burger (that’s house-made pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes and bacon), the pub burger (house-made cheese sauce, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato and Dijon mustard on pretzel bun) and revamped shrimp tacos.”
To go with everything there is to love about that dessert lineup, there are also new seasonal drinks at the Midtown Coffee Bar including pumpkin cold brew, Jack Frost lemonade, red velvet hot chocolate and butterscotch latte to name a few. Coffee enthusiasts can also choose from delicious signature coffees, espressos or teas – paired with one of those delicious desserts or ready to grab on the go as you head out for more holiday shopping!
If you’ve got your heart set on one of those irresistible year round scratch made desserts, Shara suggests you experience the ease of ordering online and advises placing a cake or pie order at least three days in advance. Besides those seasonal options, Midtown fan favorites that are perfect to add to your holiday meal at home include apple pie, pecan pie, iced five-flavor pound cake, Italian cream cake and macadamia carrot cake.
“We also released a new chocolate raspberry cake on our previous menu update that’s still a big hit!” Shara adds.
As you’re making plans for holiday get-togethers at the restaurant, Midtown recommends securing reservations for larger parties at least a week in advance. Guests can also add their names to the convenient online walk-in waitlist on the website (see the reservations and waitlist tab) – especially on Saturdays and Sundays. Claim your place in line, get live updates on your expected wait time and then check in with a staff member when you arrive. Lots of goodness and incredible customer service continue to make this Stratford Road classic a popular holiday spot for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a stop for coffee and dessert.
Midtown Cafe & Dessertery is also a longtime favorite of brunch enthusiasts – and breakfast is served all day which makes for a fun holiday outing with the kids! But, lovers of all their timeless comfort specialties including Carolina shrimp ‘n grits, buttermilk fried chicken and Midtown meatloaf say a dinner at Midtown simply can’t be topped!
Treat yourself all year long – and impress your out-of-town guests over the holidays – with a visit to Midtown Cafe & Dessertery, so easy to find at 151 South Stratford Road in Winston-Salem. Call to place a food or dessert order at 336.724.9800, visit midtowncafews.com to place an online order and browse the menu and follow them on Instagram @midtowncafe_ws for menu updates and specials!
