Wildflower Café: How a creative eatery in smalltown Mentone became a wild success

| January 20, 2025 @ 8:00 pm

By: Anna Kathryn Fitch

Mentone may be a small north Alabama town – home to a population of only 325 – but there is nothing small about the impact the mountain community has on those who visit. While the nature-inclined may enjoy the area for its scenic views and peace seekers may tout the area’s calming properties, there is one local feature that wins the hearts of all visitors no matter their disposition or destination.

Owned by Laura Catherine, or L.C., Moon, Wildflower Café is a haven for both the hungry and homesick. Offering a range of Southern dishes alongside creative interpretations of classics, it’s a menu made for everyone. While there is no shortage of dishes to choose from, first-time visitors cite the café’s eclectic and creative exterior as the element that initially pulled them in.

The face of the café is covered in a canopy of plants and paintings that undeniably ooze creative spirit. From entrance to exit, the building is a tribute to authenticity and appreciation of the local art community. Pieces found throughout the property are crafted by the talented artists of the area, making the feeling of both heart and home palpable as friends and loved ones settle in for a meal.

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