*We will be closed from December 24th at Noon to December 28th at 7:00 AM
With tables, chairs, and decorations from a flea market and a handful of family recipes, The Cherry Laurel opened its doors in 1990 by two best friends. With their husbands and six kids between the two of them, Bonnie Wilson and Linda Ingram set forth to transform a dilapidated house into a cozy restaurant that beckoned their patrons' return. Offering homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches, The Cherry Laurel gave the citizens of Athens, Texas a casual and unique dining experience. The Cherry Laurel also became a staple dessert provider for the Athens area.
In 1997, a local bakery owner announced her retirement, but her loyal customers didn't want to lose such a wonderful resource for birthday and wedding cakes. Upon contacting Bonnie and Linda, The Cherry Laurel Bakery came to be. They perfected the amazing Butterum cake: moist and flavorful, it isn't just an ordinary yellow cake. Patrons drive up to two hours to Athens just to have a Butterum cake for a special occasion.
Until 2000, Bonnie and Linda were both high school teachers. One at a time, they both chose to commit to The Cherry Laurel full time, at which point the restaurant and bakery were combined into one building. The attention from both owners allowed for The Cherry Laurel to dive headfirst into the ever-promising catering business. Booked up to months in advance, The Cherry Laurel custom caters events for up to 500 people.
Linda Ingram and Bonnie Wilson
Dining Hours | |
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Monday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Thursday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Friday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Saturday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Sunday | Closed |
From casseroles and sides for a quick family dinner, to breakfast items and desserts; even an entire holiday meal! We’ll provide the great quality you’ve come to expect.
We sometimes have casseroles, cakes, and dessert items on hand (call first!).
For Christmas, please place orders as early as possible.
Last minute orders are not usually a problem for The Cherry Laurel, but may need a flexible pick-up time
**Due to the large number of orders at the holiday season, it might be impossible to take on certain items. Please know that we make every attempt to take care of you, our valued customer. Orders called in early are given priority over those called in late.
The Cherry Laurel Bakery, Cafe & Catering | |
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Address: | |
305 South Prairieville Street | |
Athens, TX 75751 | |
Phone: | |
(903) 677-5599 | |
Email: | |
thecherrylaurel@yahoo.com |