City Cafe update

City Cafe on Murfreesboro's Historic East Main Street is the 'Boro's oldest business.

The 107-year-old restaurant opened Feb. 10, 1900 on the Southside of the Square. Dorsey Cantrell was the original owner and operated it for more than 50 years.

For the last 23 years, Garry and Pat Simpson operated the landmark. During their tenure, they relocated it and expanded it without losing that traditional quality. Recently, the Simpsons sold City Cafe to family friends, Scott Perkins and his fiancee, Scarlett Jones.

Naturally, the transition made long-time City Cafe fans, like Hammerhead, a tad nervous.

But we are pleased to report all is well at the landmark meat and three. The portions are large and well-prepared. The crinkle-cut french fries are fresh and crunchy. The "top secret" yeast rolls are still huge, hot and tasty.

Scott and Scarlett aren't missing a beat. Both of them are friendly and do their best to meet their clientele's needs, no matter how quirky.