Joe and Sam’s Café

Joe and Sam’s Café, located in Watkinsville, GA, has quickly become a beloved local gem, renowned for its inviting atmosphere and accessible menu. Patrons rave about the café's exceptional coffee and freshly baked pastries, proving that the in-house chef knows how to create delightful dishes that tantalize the palate. The décor exudes a charming country chic vibe, enhanced by cozy, well-lit seating areas—both inside and on the patio. Customers like Sarah Whatley praise the café for its delicious, high-quality food and friendly service. Seasonal offerings, such as the turkey wrap and broccoli cheddar soup, maintain a reputation for excellence, while unique items like the Cuban sandwich and homemade desserts keep regulars coming back. While some reviews indicated issues with noise levels, the overall sentiment remains positive. Cleanliness and ample space, complete with Wi-Fi, make Joe and Sam’s a perfect spot for both quick bites and leisurely meals. With an extensive menu that caters to various tastes—from hearty sandwiches to vibrant salads—the café captures the essence of home-cooked goodness. This charming eatery isn’t just a place to grab a meal; it’s a community hub where delightful flavors and heartwarming service blend seamlessly.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers kerbside pickup
- Offers delivery
- Has drive-through
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
Popular for
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside

Sarah Whatley

Jun 3,2025

Their coffee tastes very good and the baked goods are phenomenal. Decor is country chic with good mood lighting. The interior seating is decently comfortable (probably good for 2.5 hours) and the outside seating area is definitely a vibe. Downside is there is not a lot of sound absorption from other customer conversations, so it echoes very easily inside the seating area, making the experience less enjoyable with the loudness of others. I have tried several of their pastries and they're always so fresh and tasty. Apparently they have an in house chief. This is very apparent by how awesome the food is. Service is really great and the coffee is worth it for the price.

Kat Wilson

May 19,2025

My first time ever coming to Joe and Sam’s and what a beautiful coffee shop!! Employees were so kind and personable. I got the turkey wrap with a side of broccoli cheddar soup which was absolutely amazing! I will be definitely coming back. Plus they had so many options, clean bathrooms, surplus of space, and wifi!

Buff Grace

May 10,2025

What a great find! The cuban sandwich is one of the best I’ve ever had. The latte was hot and creamy and you could taste the high quality espresso, so good! Beautiful artwork and the staff were cheerful and present. Definitely will be back to enjoy again soon.

Jason Hortman

May 10,2025

Service was great and very friendly, and the BLT and turkey sandwiches we ordered were very good. They have Miss Vickie's chips, which we like, too. The only part I didn't like was the cucumber and onion salad, which was cut up very coarsely into big slices and with a sauce that was more vinegary than I like. But other than that, great restaurant. Also very clean!

Jeff Meyer

May 8,2025

Nice to have another good old fashioned, “home cooking” place in Watkinsville. The biscuits are phenomenal! There’s a wide selection of baked goods and pastries. I plan to head back to try out the soups, salads and sandwiches they offer for lunch soon! Friendly folks and great atmosphere...

Lisa R

Apr 1,2025

Absolutely a must visit cafe. The portions are huge. We were expecting to get a small biscuit and it was about the size of three biscuits. I got the avocado toast with a side of fresh fruit for nine dollars and let me tell you a lot of avocado toast. I didn't get a picture of everything, but all four of us enjoyed our breakfast. If we lived in this area, we would visit this place weekly.

Jack Armstrong

Mar 30,2025

Great coffee and good. Gluten free option on the biscuits is a plus. Menu for breakfast and lunch in my photos!

Stephen Ross

Feb 7,2025

The food is so darn good. Wish there was another location near Covington!