West End Cafe

West End Cafe is a restaurant in Winston-Salem, NC, located at 926 W 4th St. It has served the West End neighborhood and the wider city for over 40 years, a history that began in 1980 with a smaller location on the corner of Brookstown and Fourth. The establishment offers a full bar, daily lunch specials, a seasonal dinner menu, and homemade desserts. Service is first come, first serve, as reservations and call-ahead seating are not accepted. The cafe is open Monday through Friday from 11am to 9pm and on Saturdays from 12pm to 9pm, with Sunday closed. It holds a rating of 4.70 based on 951 reviews.

The menu features specific items such as the Fried Green Tomato Sandwich, served on toasted ciabatta with pimento cheese, Texas Pete honey, and caramelized onions, and the Black & Bleu Steak Wrap, which includes blackened shaved steak, bleu cheese crumbles, and grilled onions. Salads include options like the Cook’s Salad with ham, turkey, and mixed cheese, and the Mediterranean Salad with feta, olives, and pepperoni. Desserts available include Tres Leches Cake, Banana Chocolate Swirl, and Lemon Blueberry Cake. The cafe is known for its classic Reuben and Maple Glazed Pork Chop. A notable feature of the property is a lily pond where guests can sit outside while waiting for a table. Free parking is available in the lot and on the street.

The cafe sits on West 4th Street, a short distance from Grace Court park, which is just over a tenth of a mile away. It is located near the West End neighborhood and close to major thoroughfares including West 2nd Street and Broad Street North.

West End Cafe has built a strong local reputation reflected in its consistently high customer ratings and an established track record supported by a large base of reviews. Customers frequently cite the quality of the food, the fair pricing, and the attentive service as key reasons for their satisfaction. The cafe is recognized as a local favorite in Winston-Salem, known for providing a comfortable atmosphere and hearty meals that have satisfied patrons for decades.