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About Lambert's Cafe

Folksy local chain with classic Southern-American fare & "throwed rolls."

What People Are Saying

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"My new favorite place!!! The ambiance is really nice, the food is really good and the service was the Best! You get it all in this one place!! Our waitress, Monica was so nice and checked on us several times. The food arrived hot and pretty quick! Even all the pass arounds were served hot and tasty! I actually caught my roll!! I will definately be sharing my experience to all!!"

★★★★★

"Really enjoyed everything we got, I recommend the ribeye, the fried chicken was good as well. Seems like a random item but is probably my favorite side is the pickled cucumbers and onions, very good! Cornbread was good as well, and can’t forget the throwed rolls! The rolls pair well with apple butter and sorghum. The only difference between here and the sikeston location is no gift shop."

★★★★★

"Lambert’s Cafe: A Southern Feast with a Flying Twist If you’re heading to Lambert’s Cafe in Foley, Alabama, you need to come with a massive appetite and keep your head on a swivel. Famously known across the country as the "Home of the Throwed Rolls," this lively and legendary institution is defined by its quirky, high-energy tradition of servers tossing warm, fluffy dinner rolls across the crowded dining room to eager guests. It is perhaps the only restaurant where playing with your food is not only allowed but actively encouraged. The experience is a full-throttle embrace of classic Southern hospitality. Beyond the famous flying bread, the restaurant is beloved for its "pass-arounds"—a rotating parade of servers carrying unlimited helpings of fried okra, macaroni and tomatoes, apple butter, and black-eyed peas directly to your table. These complimentary additions ensure that you are likely full before your actual main course even hits the table. The primary menu is a deep-fried love letter to comfort food, featuring gargantuan portions of chicken and dumplings, country-fried steak, and slow-cooked pot roast that taste as though they came straight from a Southern grandmother’s kitchen. The atmosphere is intentionally rustic, delightfully loud, and unpretentiously fun, making it an ideal spot for large families and groups. The walls are covered in nostalgic memorabilia, adding to the feeling that you’ve stepped into a massive country barn. Be prepared for a significant wait, as it remains a perennial favorite for both local residents and beach-bound tourists alike. However, the hearty, soul-warming flavors and the one-of-a-kind entertainment of catching your own bread make Lambert’s a must-visit Foley landmark."

★★★★★

"Lambert’s Cafe opened in 1996, and they’ve been throwing hot rolls to locals and vacationers ever since. I’ve had straws thrown at me in other places, but rolls is taking the experience to another level. Serving the exact same food as the original Lambert’s in Sikeston, Missouri, they can handle any size group, from a couple on a date to a bus full. And while you may have to wait for a table, it’s well worth it. Favorite entrees are Barbecue Ribs, Chicken Pot Pie, Caesar Salad, Chicken and Dumplings, Chicken Fried Round Steak, Hamburger Steak, and Roast Beef. The wait staff are always friendly and efficient. Best item they serve, and it’s free with your meal, is the Fried Okra. Ask for a big pile, add salt, and enjoy!!! Take your leftovers home and that’s an added bonus. I’d highly recommend the apple butter for those throwed rolls. #yummy. They have a nice gift shop outside the restaurant, so you can take home your own mug and t-shirt to remember the experience. Those mugs are built to last. Lambert’s is a Foley, Alabama or the Gulf in general must do!"

★★★★★

"Enjoyed my food. First time coming. They do throw those delicious bread rolls. The atmosphere is not as comfortable in my experience. This is a straight 4.5 in my book. Delicious southern food with a twist of fun. I would like to come back and try other plates. I would recommend the visit. The only thing is the understood, uncomfortable stare, from the locals and some staff. If there is a friendlier more welcoming to other ethnicities local I would give the absolute 5 stars."

★★★★

Hours

Monday 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Lambert's Cafe's hours?
Lambert's Cafe is located in Foley, Alabama. Monday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM. Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM. Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM. Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM. Friday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM. Saturday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM. Sunday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM.
Where is Lambert's Cafe located?
Lambert's Cafe is located at 2981 S McKenzie St, Foley, AL 36535, United States, Foley, AL. You can get directions using the map above.
What is Lambert's Cafe's phone number?
You can reach Lambert's Cafe at (251) 943-7655.
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