Sunday is the busiest day of the week at Magnolia Room Cafeteria in Tucker, GA. Families, friends, and neighbors gather for a warm meal served with care. The menu features classic Southern dishes that bring people back week after week.
Top 5 Sunday Favorites
Magnolia Room prepares hundreds of plates each Sunday. These five dishes rank highest in guest orders:
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Fried Chicken
The chicken is hand-breaded and fried fresh throughout the day. It’s crispy on the outside and juicy inside. Owner Louis Squires says, “Our fried chicken is what many people come in for. We can’t run out.” -
Pot Roast with Mashed Potatoes
The roast cooks low and slow until tender. It’s served with brown gravy and a side of mashed potatoes made from real potatoes. -
Macaroni and Cheese
Guests choose this side more than any other. It’s baked with sharp cheddar and elbow macaroni. Magnolia Room prepares over 20 pans of mac and cheese every Sunday. -
Green Beans with Bacon
These beans are cooked with chopped bacon and onions. The recipe has stayed the same for over 10 years. -
Banana Pudding
This dessert is layered with fresh bananas, vanilla wafers, and homemade pudding. It’s served cold and always sells out before closing.
Why Tucker Residents Choose Magnolia Room
Tucker is a city in DeKalb County with a population of over 37,000. Many residents value tradition, simple meals, and time with family. Magnolia Room matches these values with a menu built on comfort and consistency.
“Our guests know what they’re getting,” says Squires. “They want food that reminds them of Sundays at home.”
Local churches, seniors, and families make Magnolia Room part of their Sunday routine. The dining room stays full from noon to 3 PM.
By the Numbers
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Magnolia Room serves over 500 guests each Sunday
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Fried chicken accounts for 45% of all meat orders
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Banana pudding is the top-selling dessert 3 months in a row
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Mac and cheese is chosen by 7 out of every 10 diners
Plan Your Sunday Visit
The restaurant opens at 11:00 AM and closes at 7:00 PM. No reservations are needed. Dine-in and carryout are both available.
“We work hard to keep things running smooth,” says Squires. “Our goal is to serve food that makes people feel full and happy.”