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Reid's Fine Foods
★3.6(218 reviews)$$Cafe
🕑 30-60 minutes for a casual cafe visit; 1-2 hours if combining dining with grocery shopping👶 Best for all ages, especially families with toddlers through elementary-aged kids (ages 1-10). The casual cafe setting works well for little ones still mastering restaurant behavior, while the bakery treats appeal to kids of all ages.
About
Reid's Fine Foods in Matthews offers a welcome respite for families during grocery runs or as a casual dining destination. The upscale market features a family-friendly cafe area where kids can enjoy fresh bakery treats and prepared meals while parents grab quality groceries, making it a practical stop that keeps everyone happy.
Highlights
- ✓Fresh bakery treats including cookies, cupcakes, and pastries that kids love
- ✓Dedicated kid-friendly dining area that's more forgiving than formal restaurants
- ✓High-quality prepared foods and family meals for easy take-home dinners
- ✓Clean, upscale environment with friendly staff
- ✓Combination grocery-cafe makes it efficient for busy parents
Pro Tips
- 1.Visit the bakery counter first to let kids pick out a cookie or treat as an incentive for good behavior while you shop
- 2.The cafe area is most spacious and calm on weekday mid-mornings (9:30-11am), before the lunch rush hits
- 3.Take advantage of ready-made family meals from the prepared foods section for easy dinners when you're too tired to cook
- 4.Bring hand wipes - the bakery treats can get messy with little fingers
- 5.Ask staff about their kid-sized portions if you're just stopping for a quick bite
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mid-mornings (9:30-11am) or early afternoons (2-3pm) offer the quietest cafe experience. Avoid weekday evenings and weekend afternoons when the store and cafe are busiest with shopping traffic.
What to Know
As an upscale grocery store with moderate pricing ($$), expect to pay a bit more than typical chains, but the quality and convenience are worth it for a stress-free outing. Ample parking is available in the shopping center lot.
Seasonal Notes
The bakery features seasonal treats around major holidays (Valentine's Day cookies, Easter cupcakes, Halloween-themed items). Holiday weekends may be busier than usual as families stock up for gatherings.
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Nearby Eats
Since Reid's has its own cafe, you're set for casual dining. For nearby alternatives, Matthews has several family-friendly restaurants within a short drive in the downtown Matthews area.
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