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Salads

House Salad
$4.00
A crispy blend of iceberg lettuce, romaine, carrots, purple cabbage, cucumber, onions, cherry tomatoes and cheddar cheese with your selection of dressing
Fried Chicken Salad
$9.00
Tender fried chicken breast served atop our house salad mix and sprinkled with cheddar cheese
Grilled Chicken Salad
$9.00
Mixed greens, vegetables, and shredded cheddar cheese topped off with a tender grilled chicken breast and your choice of dressing
Chef Salad
$10.00
Diced ham, turkey and cheddar cheese with a sliced hard-boiled egg served atop fresh mixed greens and vegetables
Chicken Salad On A Salad
$9.00
Our own homemade chicken salad served atop fresh mixed greens, vegetables and shredded cheddar cheese with your choice of dressing
Shrimp Salad
$10.00
Our homemade shrimp salad served on a bed of fresh greens and vegetables topped with cheddar cheese

Wraps

Grilled Chicken Wrap
$6.00
Grilled chicken chipotle sauce shredded lettuce diced tomato cheddar cheese on a spinach garden wrap
Chicken Salad Wrap
$6.00
Freshly made chicken salad, diced tomato, shredded lettuce tucked in a garlic herb wrap
South Western Veggie Wrap
$6.00
Black beans, corn, red and green peppers, chipotle sauce and fiery salsa on a tomato basil wrap. Veggielious!
Shrimp Salad Wrap
$7.00
Homemade shrimp salad, shredded lettuce, diced tomato on a garlic herb wrap
Fried Chicken Wrap
$6.00
Tender fried chicken, cool ranch dressing, shredded lettuce and diced tomato stuff a tomato basil wrap
BLT Wrap
$6.00
Applewood smoked bacon, fresh lettuce, diced tomato, and mayonnaise on a garlic herb wrap

Croissants

Croissants
$4.79
Try one of our housemade salads on a buttery, flaky croissant. Your choice of chicken, tuna or shrimp

Sandwiches

Jumbo Hamburger
$4.79
Jumbo Cheeseburger
$5.79
Bacon Cheeseburger
$5.95
Fried Chicken Sandwich
$4.89
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
$4.89
Reuben
$5.79
Pork Bar-B-Que
$4.59
Chuckwagon
$4.59
Flounder Sandwich
$4.89
Catfish Sandwich
$4.95
Roast Beef And Cheddar
$5.79
Ribeye Sandwich
$4.99
Ham And Swiss
$4.79
Classic Club
$5.49
Foot Long Hot Dog
$4.29
Philly Cheese Steak
$4.89
BLT
$3.99
Make It A Combo
$2.99
Add French fries and a oz. drink

Appetizers

Clam Strips
$4.00
Hot Wings
$6.00
Hush Puppies
$3.00
Steamed Shrimp
$7.00
Mozzarella Sticks
$6.00
Chicken Tenders
$4.00
Fried Green Tomatoes
$6.00

Bowls

Pinto Beans & Cornbread
$6.00
Add onion if you'd like
Vegetable Platter
$6.00
Your choice of four sides and a dinner roll
Chili & Cornbread
$6.00

Seafood

Southern Style Catfish
$13.00
Filets of catfish rolled in cornmeal and lightly fried
Grilled Salmon
$11.00
Pacific Northwest salmon sprinkled with dill weed and a wedge of lemon on the side
New England Cod
$11.00
New England caught cod, beer-battered and fried golden brown
Beer Battered Pollack
$11.00
A huge portion of North Atlantic pollack, dipped in a white ale batter and deep-fried
Grilled Tilapia
$11.00
A tasty thick fillet of tilapia grilled and topped with a lemon pepper seasoning
Flounder Fillets
$10.00
Two huge breaded flounder fillets, lightly breaded and deep-fried to perfection
Maryland Crab Cakes
$14.00
Real blue crab meat sautéed and dusted with Old Bay seasoning
Salmon Cakes
$11.00
Two hand-pattied salmon cakes seasoned and sautéed
Eastern Shore Clam Strips
$9.00
A half-pound of tender, lightly fried calm strips
Fried Oysters
$11.00
Chesapeake Bay oysters, lightly breaded and fried to perfection
Fried Shrimp
$10.00
Jumbo gulf shrimp battered and deep-fried
Grilled Shrimp
$12.00
Two skewers of tasty peeled shrimp grilled in garlic butter
Fish And Shrimp
$11.00
A combination of two favorites! A crispy fillet of fried flounder paired with fried shrimp
Steamed Shrimp
$14.00
A full pound of peel and eat shrimp tossed in Old Bay Seasoning
Shrimp Trio
$14.00
A three for one! A full platter of fried shrimp, grilled shrimp and steamed peel and eat shrimp
Seafood Platter
$14.00
A seafood feast! A fillet of flounder surrounded by clams, fried shrimp, oysters and a crab cake

Chicken & Turkey

Classic Chicken Tenders
$9.00
An amherst favorite! Strips of all white chicken breast, lightly breaded and fried up golden brown with your choice of dipping sauce
Fried Chicken Platter
$11.00
Our delicious honey stung fried chicken
Grilled Chicken
$9.00
Two boneless skinless chicken breast grilled tasty and tender
Chicken Marinara
$10.00
Breaded chicken breasts fried and covered in a tangy marinara sauce, and topped with melted cheese
Open Turkey Sandwich
$10.00
Juicy sliced turkey breast served over Texas toast and topped with delicious turkey gravy
Chicken Livers
$9.00
A mound of Southern fried chicken livers, covered in gravy, and grilled onions, if your wish

Beef

Ribeye Steak
$10.00
A marinated oz. ribeye steak, seasoned and grilled to your liking
Hamburger Steak Plate
$10.00
Fresh ground hamburger steak smothered in grilled onions and savory beef gravy with two side dishes
Country Fried Steak Plate
$10.00
Ground chuck, lightly breaded, fried up tender and covered in white pepper gravy served with two sides
Beef Liver And Onions
$9.00
A country classic! Tender sliced beef liver and sautéed onions, topped with gravy
Open Roast Beef Sandwich
$10.00
Tender sliced roast beef served over Texas toast and smothered in gravy

Sides

Green Beans
Beets
Fried Okra
Pinto Beans
Apple Sauce
Onion Rings
French Fries
Baked Potatoes
Corn
Baked Beans
Broccoli
Mac & Cheese
Cole Slaw
Mashed Potatoes
Coleslaw

Main

Hamburger Steak Plate
Fresh ground hamburger steak smothered in grilled onions and savory beef gravy with two side dishes
Flounder Basket
A flounder fillet, lightly breaded and deep-fried to perfection served with coleslaw and French fries
Hamburger Combo
Our fresh ground hamburger, topped your way, on a Crustini bun with French fries
Chuck Wagon Combo
A lightly breaded patty of ground chuck fried tasty and tender with French fries on the side
Ribeye Sandwich Combo
A juicy ounce marinated ribeye steak cooked just the way you like it and a side of French fries
Chicken Tender Basket
Strips of all white chicken breast, lightly breaded and fried up golden brown, choose two sides
Country Fried Steak Plate
Ground chuck lightly breaded, fried up tender and covered in white pepper gravy served with two sides
Clam Basket
Tender clam strips served with coleslaw and French fries
Chicken Sandwich Combo
Your choice of fried or grilled chicken on a Crustini bun served with French fries
Chicken Salad
A lunch-sized portion of our house salad mix with shredded cheddar cheese topped off with your choice of tender fried or grilled chicken breast

At The Dogwood Cafe, the menu offers an enticing variety of dishes that cater to all tastes, with a focus on hearty, comforting flavors. For salad lovers, the House Salad serves as a light and fresh start, while the Fried Chicken Salad adds a crispy, savory crunch. The Grilled Chicken Salad and Chef Salad are both perfect for those seeking a well-balanced, protein-packed meal. If you're in the mood for something a little more indulgent, the Chicken Salad On A Salad is a rich and satisfying choice.

For a handheld bite, the wraps are a crowd favorite. The Grilled Chicken Wrap delivers a smoky, tender flavor, while the Chicken Salad Wrap offers a creamy, delicious option. The South Western Veggie Wrap is ideal for vegetarians, featuring a burst of fresh, bold flavors. Meanwhile, the Shrimp Salad Wrap and Fried Chicken Wrap are perfect for those craving a little more protein and crunch.

Don't overlook the croissants, which are soft and buttery, a perfect accompaniment to any meal. The sandwich selection is just as diverse. The Jumbo Hamburger and Jumbo Cheeseburger satisfy those craving classic, juicy beef burgers, while the Bacon Cheeseburger adds a crispy, smoky twist. For a lighter option, the Fried Chicken and Grilled Chicken Sandwiches offer a flavorful alternative.

If you're looking to kick things off with appetizers, you can't go wrong with the Hot Wings or Mozzarella Sticks, while the Steamed Shrimp and Clam Strips bring that satisfying seafood element. For something hearty, try the Pinto Beans & Cornbread or the Chili & Cornbread, both great for those seeking comfort food.

When it comes to seafood, the Southern Style Catfish and Grilled Salmon are standout choices. The New England Cod and Beer Battered Pollack offer a classic, crispy seafood experience, while the Grilled Tilapia adds a lighter option to the menu.

For meat lovers, the Ribeye Steak and Hamburger Steak Plate are rich and flavorful, and the Country Fried Steak Plate offers a satisfying, down-home meal. The Beef Liver And Onions is a dish that appeals to those with a taste for something more traditional, while the Open Roast Beef Sandwich brings a comforting, filling option.

Sides like Green Beans, Beets, Fried Okra, and Pinto Beans perfectly complement any main course, making The Dogwood Cafe a true haven for those who appreciate great, soul-satisfying food.

The Dogwood Cafe

The Dogwood Cafe, located in Amherst, VA, offers a variety of delicious salads, wraps, and croissants. With a welcoming atmosphere and friendly service, this cafe is a local favorite known for its affordable prices and authentic southern comfort food. Stop by for a tasty meal and enjoy the cozy dogwood-themed decor.

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