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Shades Café & Steakhouse

★★★★½ 4.6/5 (100 reviews)
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2119 W Cumberland Ave, Middlesboro, KY 40965 (606) 248-4315 Website
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Reviews (100)

Susan Shortridge
Susan Shortridge
★★★☆☆ Jan 20, 1970

When we got there and seated we were given menu's which were nothing like the online version. We asked the cashier about it and she didn't seem to knowledgeable. The food was ok, but the cook is very heavy handed on salt. When I order steak I expect it to be cooked correctly. And it was over cooked. My husband's was undercooked and they forgot his side. Wasn't as friendly as they really should have or could have been.

John Fullerton
John Fullerton
★☆☆☆☆ Jan 20, 1970

Food (Steak Tips & Fries) was as bad as we'd ever had......anywhere! Minimum tips were buried under massive mound of Peppers, Onions, and soggy fries. Service was ordinary, atmosphere was eating in an old garage. Don't bother.

Timberlin Duffy (Alyssa Shea)
Timberlin Duffy (Alyssa Shea)
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Was pretty busy but seated our table of 4 within 10 minutes.

Drew Cuiffo
Drew Cuiffo
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

I've eaten here multiple times while traveling in town. The food is not fancy, but it is exceptionally well prepared. I've had a great experience each time I've eaten here and the staff has always been friendly. Easily the best restaurant in Middlesboro. Fresh, baked in-house bread is super good!

Laci Martin
Laci Martin
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Wonderful experience. The owner went above and beyond, and Chris was an excellent server. I ordered steak & shrimp, Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, and caramel cheesecake. The food was seasoned perfectly. My friends ordered the hot honey wings and they were phenomenal.

Nasarah Johnson
Nasarah Johnson
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

We’ve gone twice so far and the food is amazing! The owner is very nice and Chris took great care of us today!

Anthony Bedwell
Anthony Bedwell
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Unless I'm forgetting, I don't think I've ever gone out of my way to rate anything on Google so this is a special occasion coming from me. This is also the first time in my 26 years of existence that I legitimately thought the food I had was underpriced. It was phenomenal! I had the Bourbon Chicken Stir Fry. The sauce was a tad too sweet but that was completely overshadowed by the quality of how well the chicken in the stir fry was cooked. Not only was it the tastiest, melt-in-your-mouth chicken, it was chopped up to pair with the dish well. That's a feat that I'm not sure I've ever heard of without making the chicken super dry and chewy. The service was also very good and they did a wonderful job! All of this for $10 at lunch is amazing though. I HIGHLY recommend it.

Jo Hoover
Jo Hoover
★★★★☆ Jan 20, 1970

1st time. Very nice

Kevin Sterner
Kevin Sterner
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

We were in town for three nights & ate here for two of them. All the food was really good, the portions were generous, the prices reasonable & the service was wonderful both times. The peanut butter pie is amazing! Definitely recommend!

Tobey N
Tobey N
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

We love love Shades! Some of the best food around! They have an awesome salad that is way to big for 1 person! They make their own croutons plus all the fresh vegetables that can be thrown on a salad plus the grilled chicken on top is so flavorful & juicy! My husband got a delicious steak & baked potato, which he really enjoyed. We sat outside in their court yard which was nice & comfortable especially on a beautiful day like we had. We will be back!

Andrew Ramaglia
Andrew Ramaglia
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Finally a place that knows how to cook a dang good steak. It's the best steak I had in years. The service has been great as well. If you are ever in the area or live near by. Come check this place out!

Edye Ramaglia
Edye Ramaglia
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

First good steak I’ve had since being in Kentucky

Maria Noel
Maria Noel
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Nice atmosphere! Great service! So much food for your money

Serena Smith
Serena Smith
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

The steak was amazing. It was like cutting butter. Service was awesome! We will be back!

Jeff Holmes
Jeff Holmes
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Great place. Customer service is wonderful. Food was great. Beef tips are worth it.

hailey cook
hailey cook
★★★☆☆ Jan 20, 1970

The food was really great but each time I get a chance to go back somehow it always falls on a Monday? And they’re closed on Monday. You’re losing business and customers by closing on mondays!

Burnett Roark
Burnett Roark
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

The food and service was great the day we stopped and had lunch

Janet Dunn
Janet Dunn
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Best cheeseburger & fries lunch you'll get in middlesboro

Michael Wilson
Michael Wilson
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Best place around. Never had a bad thing to say about the food or service here.

Al and Dot Fuller
Al and Dot Fuller
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Very nice atmosphere Good food. Feel very comfortable here at Shades