Manuel's Bread Cafe

Underwhelmed. Service was good, but food and presentation was adequate. Chef Special App was grilled pork belly which was very good. We both ordered the lamb to pair with a 2017 Mount Brave Cab Franc . I try to never add salt or pepper to a meal because as a former restaurant owner I find it disrespectful. I added salt and pepper to the lamb because frankly it was bland. The wine opened up and we enjoyed. And in the end we loved the Pecan Caramel Swirl cake. Wine list was a surprise. I will note we visited on a Monday.

I am so in love with this place! I've frequent Manuel's for years and always enjoy the food and ambiance. Yes, it's French cuisine and you will hear an occasional Parisienne music selection. I have never been to France, though dining at Manuel's in Hammonds Ferry makes me feel like I'm living out my dream. Try it, breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You'll have a nice experience. 🙂

Lovely dining experience. The appetizers, bread, drinks, entrées, coffee, and desserts were all to die for!! The oysters on the half shell were very good. Manuel's authentic and house oyster dipping sauce was a bit to spicy for my taste, a beautiful centerpiece all the same. The swordfish was delectable!! Cooked to perfection. The added fruit and vegetable cuttings were the perfect mix adorned the fish.
Manuel's desserts were beautiful!! We enjoyed a slice of Hummingbird and Elvis' Last Song. A coffee and three shot glasses, one with Almond Cake, Cookies and Cream, and Banana Pudding. Manuel's Banana Pudding was quite possibly the best I've ever tasted!
A pleasant time was had by all. Our waitress, Samantha was great! She had a lovely personality. She was very knowledge of the foods, desserts, and drinks.
A+++

I lived in SC, right there in north Augusta, and never have I been here. This was a perfect place for us while we were visiting family. And the service was top notch. Highly recommend.

Have frequented this place often in the past half a decade or so. Love the atmosphere and food. Today I ordered the Reuben sandwich with an upcharge to a cup of soup in place of the fries (only one dollar more). However, i ate here two days ago and ordered the goat cheese salad, which was full of greens and goat cheese along with their signature beets, substantially covered with baslamic glaze. Ordered the same salad today, and it was half the portion, lacking on the amount of glaze and other accompaniments as well. For an $11 salad, this is absolutely unacceptable. The manager DID discount it for me, but clearly who is in the kitchen making these dishes makes a difference, so be advised.

Had a wonderful experience. Everything from my main entrée to the vegetables and sauces were absolutely delicious. Friendly service too!

Everything was good, but nothing we'd specifically go back for. But, we probably will go back. 2 mixed drinks, 2 meals with enough to fill you up for $55

Delish meal...we did experience quite a sticky muggy feel inside ... 80° seemed the AC was not working properly...
But we were with friends and had a wonderful time, so we overlooked the issue🤭😆

Gracious service by Reece. Generous portions. Great atmosphere (we made a reservation and sat outside). Reasonable prices. The Flounder special was recommended, this dish made for a delicious and memorable
meal. Overall a Wonderful Evening.

This was my first visit to this restaurant, and I won't be back.
We had a large party, but the server just seemed like had never served a large party before. Multiple people had to ask for refills and then REMIND him more than once to bring the refill they asked for. He got angry at the party because 2 people switched seats. The food was mediocre and cold. If I'm paying $15+ for a sandwich it would be nice of it was actually hot. My salad was warm because it was brought on a hot plate with the sandwich, and the sandwich was still cold. It took 30+ minutes to bring the checks because he wouldn't bring them all at once, he was doing like 3 at a time. I also really hate it when a place adds a service fee to a large party. It gives the server an excuse to not give great service, because they know they are getting 20% anyway.