Whistle Stop Cafe

Very friendly and happy staff, delicious sandwiches with fresh made bread. Wonderful atmosphere set in a historic pharmacy. A man was playing the piano on a Wednesday during lunch. The Whistle Stop Special is a hot sandwich with corned beef and roast beef on fresh baked NY style rye bread. It was great.

While visiting Plant City chose the Whistle Stop Cafe for lunch and was not disappointed. Cafe had convenient parking on the street as well as a small lot adjacent. There was not a wait on a Saturday and sat in a comfortable booth and experienced very friendly, efficient service. We tried sandwiches on their own fresh baked bread and the potato soup special. Our half sandwiches were the size of an entire one from other restaurants. The food menu is extensive and in my estimation would equate to old fashioned home cooking, fresh and tasty. Our waiter took time to explain the menu and choices and guided us to their signature food. The cakes looked fantastic although did not sample on this trip. My husband enjoyed his root beer float, the potato soup was very good and my cherry crush of seltzer and cherry syrup was a nice change. While dining there was live piano music and we even got to see a train pass as next to the tracks. The sandwich and soup combo with potato chips was $9.50 a person and. much better than any fast food. There was a play area with toys int he front of the shop as well. I would visit again and highly recommend.

Such a quaint and lovely place. Someone playing piano as a train circles the restaurant overhead. The food is sumptuous. Definitely worth a try!

Listen People! This place is a true hidden gem in downtown Plant City. I was simply walking by and the history and decor caught my eye and I decided I had to eat lunch here. I’m so glad I did. They specialize in soups and sandwiches (All Homemade)The bread and soup are made fresh daily. This is a family owned and operated business. And I must say that the family is just great in their service. So friendly and engaging. Martha and her son were extremely awesome and I will definitely be back. Highly recommend!!

This restaurant is wonderful. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The owner and the staff were wonderful and very nice. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND WHISTLE STOP CAFE. We have found our new favorite lunch spot. Also they have cookies as big as my hand. 😳😋

Amazing soups and sandwiches. Been going here for over 20 years. Marty is such a great person and does a great job running the place.

The feel of the place has kept its old-timey vibes and really embraced trains and being next to the tracks.

It can get really busy at lunch and need a couple more servers.

We had been here a couple years ago with some friends of ours and had a great time so we decided to bring our son and his family here while we were in town. This time was even better than last time and that is saying a lot. Marti, the owner, waited on us. She was very friendly and attentive to our grandson, bringing him a special seat, and a toy. Our food came out fast and was very good. We had veggie taco salad, beef salad and burgers. Everything was fixed to perfection. We will definitely be making the hour long trip to come back here more often. Thanks Marti for making our meal more than just something to eat. You’re awesome!!

This is a very charming cafe situated next to the railroad in downtown Plant City. Walking in, we could hear someone playing piano and the restaurant is decorated with car parts in one room and train decorations in the other. There is a good amount of seating with booths, tables, seats at the counter and a few tables outside under the covered porch.
The menu is pretty expansive featuring soups and salads, deli sandwiches and burgers. They offer a signature Cuban sandwich. All of the sand which breads are baked daily.
Today we ordered the Stuffed Tomato Salad with Tuna and a Bacon Cheeseburger. The Stuffed Tomato Salad was pretty large and very fresh. The Bacon Cheeseburger had a decently thick patty with crispy crispy bacon and it was very tasty. It was served with a lunch size sack of Lays potato chips.
This cafe is a nice environment to sit and enjoy a casual lunch. Service is not the quickest but it is friendly. We will be back and we encourage you to visit when you are nearby.

The way the waitress's helped one another was nice to see. I could have stayed all day. They make their bread fresh a big plus. They had a person playing piano live, he was great by the way. The atmosphere and all the little knick-knacks to look at it's a must stop by if you're in the area. I'd pinky swear on it!

Love coming to Whistle Stop. Marti and Jeremy have such great rapport with their customers and really want them to have a great dining experience. The food is always tasty and reasonably priced for the portions you get. Fresh baked bread for sandwiches can't be beat. All this, and an outside dining area that is pet friendly! A truly enjoyable Plant City restaurant.

First time ever here. Very good friendly service. The food was great and fast. A great place to take children and/or sit outside. The corn beef whistle stop special sandwich was great.

Really really good. Stopped in to get a take out sandwhich while at RR platform. Just a turkey on NY rye but it was really really good. Glad I grabbed a menu so I can order ahead next time

If I could give 10 stars I would. Small local with homemade delicious food. Piano music playing in the background. Met the owner and had a pleasant conversation. A must stop for lunch.

Amazing gem, a blast from the past and an excellent lunch!

After what has been a whirlwind of "busy" in our lives, my wife and I needed a day out together and we chose to take the drive out to Plant City from Winter Garden. This gem "Whistle Stop Cafe" is on the corner right in the middle of the fun antique shops/boutiques, museum, and more.... we are so glad the "Soda Fountain" window signing drew us in. We tried several items on the menu, asked a ton of questions and our waiter was truly amazing. The bread on most of the sandwiches is made in house and fresh. We had soups (homemade), sandwiches, sodas/treats....it was so fun, these places don't exist much anymore, we hope it stays around forever, we will stop each time we come to Plant City-it's not fancy, nor is it stuffy, it was so nice to relax and enjoy a fun experience, great service, great food and treats, and kick back for a bit. Go, enjoy your time, pick a treat from the dessert menu, try a soup, get a sandwich, enjoy the live piano playing. It's a gem and a great change of pace from the "normal places/chains" that we always have around us.

Went there for our Monthly Ladies luncheon. 1st I had been there
Owner Marti has owned for 25 yrs. Cakes,cookies and Breads are made from scratch. I had a 1/2 sandwich and Potato bacon soup that was out of this world. Marti hugs everyone that comes in, no matter who you are or 1st timer. They also have a gentleman that plays a piano(cozy).

What a blessing this place was and is to those who stop in. The owner is a wonderful woman of God who gives loads of love into the homemade food served. Not to mention the amazing kind soul that plays piano music for the customers while they eat. You won't get any better than Whistle Stop Cafe ❤

I absolutely love this place. The atmosphere is so calming and retro. You walk in to a gentleman tickling the ivory, playing piano. Trains and old licenses plates and auto parts align the wall as decor. The owners are such down the earth people always welcoming and friendly. It's a family owned establishment and they make you feel like a part of their family as well. Marti, always has a warm smile and she greets you as if she's known you your whole life. Her sister Carmen, is the cook and I haven't found a dish yet that I did not like. Their bread is baked fresh in house every day. My favorite menu selections are their All Aboard sandwich and the loaded potato soup. If you are ever in the Plant City area I advise you stop in and grab a bite. You won't regret it!

Great experience from start to finish!! Service was outstanding and with a smile, owner and the family on site working hard to serve fresh home made food. Will definitely be a repeat customer!! Pics are strawberry shortcake and home made potato with bacon in a fresh home made bread bowl 😋

A hidden gem of a diner! A live piano player entertains you, and great americana memorabilia keeps your interest. Legitimately old fashioned in every sense. Food was good and the service was great. Nice, friendly atmosphere. Some really cool finds in there. Great place for kids too.

A wonderful slice of Plant City heritage with great food, friendly service, and a nostalgic atmosphere. Jeremy has been our server a few times now and he's always incredibly charismatic and cordial.