Cookie Jar Cafe'

Cookie Jar Cafe' "Mamaw's Cooking with a Million Dollar View" - Tennessee Home & Farm

REOPENING January 2024! Everyone has a story. Our Mamaw had always taught us to cook.
(1981)

Mine just happens to occur on one of the most
beautiful farms in the Sequatchie Valley. It all started in 2001, when my dad, Jimmy Johnson, decided to sell
the farm. My sisters and I didn't want to let our farm go. After all, parts
of it had been in our family for around 150 years. Debra Johnson, our
mom, decided to help us brainstorm into various ways to save our family
farm. At first, Peggy Farl

ey, Bonnie Hudson, and I decided that we were
going to focus on agri-tourisim and field trips with the area schools. All we would need would be a snack shop that sold refreshments. Little
did we know that our small snack shop dream would turn into a full
operational restaurant. She was known for her famous country lunches all throughout
the Valley. The more we planned the more we wanted to incorporate her recipes into our dreams. It
was a way to honor her along with our family history by passing on the comfort food that our family has
always enjoyed. In September of 2002 we did just that. We opened the Cookie Jar Café and were able to share our love
and appreciation of food with others. Several years after opening, Peggy Farley, Bonnie Hudson, and Debra
Johnson all decided to return to their original jobs. That left me, Sue Ann, running the show. The Cookie Jar, is furnished with a collection that Bonnie Hudson started more than 20 years ago. Many
customers have brought us jars to add along the way. It's always great to hear the stories of customers who
see a jar similar to one they have or one from their past. It's our goal to make everything we possibly can
inside the Cookie Jar from scratch. We make all our own desserts, all the way down to the pie crusts. When
fresh veggies are in season locally, we like to add them to our original menu! It's an added joy to be able to
serve fresh and homemade foods to our visitors. Outside the restaurant, we have a small petting zoo. We keep a few farm animals so you and your family
can get a taste of farm life. There's also lots of play equipment for the children of all ages to enjoy. Taking a
walk around the track can remind you of your childhood, or let you experience new sights and sounds. This has been an amazing journey for our family. It has been my pleasure to serve my community and
the surrounding areas. God has truly blessed my family and I with providing us with the wonderful
opportunity to share our love of some of life's simple
joys. Whether it's rocking on the front porch, or
eating a piece of coconut pie after your meal, I can't
wait to hear about your favorite memory of the
Cookie Jar. We hope you enjoy your visit with
us today and we look forward to seeing you again!

You have suggested and we have listened. Outdoor seating will be available starting September 8th! Come enjoy the beauti...
09/06/2026

You have suggested and we have listened.

Outdoor seating will be available starting September 8th!

Come enjoy the beautiful view and (hopefully) cooler weather.

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Remember we gave FREE FRIES with any burger purchased today! Let us do the grilling for you since it’s so hot!Grab a sl...
09/05/2026

Remember we gave FREE FRIES with any burger purchased today! Let us do the grilling for you since it’s so hot!

Grab a slice of chocolate pie and complete your meal!!

Open 10:30-7:00 CST

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It’s going to be a HOTT one, let us do the cooking for you this weekend!Friday and Saturday, free side of fries with any...
09/03/2026

It’s going to be a HOTT one, let us do the cooking for you this weekend!

Friday and Saturday, free side of fries with any Burger purchased!!! Dine in or carry out.

Let’s celebrate the last “weekend of summer” together!!

Open 10:30-7:00 CST

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We are prepping for fall 🍂🍁🍃, whether it ever comes or not!Pumpkin tort is here right on time! What better way to beat ...
09/03/2026

We are prepping for fall 🍂🍁🍃, whether it ever comes or not!

Pumpkin tort is here right on time! What better way to beat this 100 degree weather than with a nice cold piece of pumpkin tort!

Come see us. We are open today from 10:30-7:00 CST

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BOGO Cake slices all day today, Wednesday 9/2!Come grab a mid week pick me up and surprise someone special with a slice ...
09/02/2026

BOGO Cake slices all day today, Wednesday 9/2!

Come grab a mid week pick me up and surprise someone special with a slice of cake too!

Open until 7:00 CST

Offer is good for togo and dine in, but order must be placed over the phone for togo.

Make plans to come see us this weekend and swing by Flat Top Mountain Farm to grab some BEAUTIFUL flowers!!What’s better...
09/02/2026

Make plans to come see us this weekend and swing by Flat Top Mountain Farm to grab some BEAUTIFUL flowers!!

What’s better than Grilled Meatloaf and flower pickin’ ?????

🌻 The flower fields are OPEN this weekend! 🌸

It’s finally time to grab a bucket and head to Flat Top Mountain Farm! Our sunflowers and zinnias are blooming and ready for U-Pick flowers this Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

📅 THIS WEEKEND
Friday, Sept. 4 | 10 AM–2 PM
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 10 AM–4 PM
Sunday, Sept. 6 | 11 AM–4 PM
All times are Eastern Time

🌻 What’s Blooming: Sunflowers & Zinnias

💐 U-Pick Pricing
New flower bucket — $15
Refill your Flat Top Mountain Farm bucket — $10
Just visiting, not picking — $5

📍 Flat Top Mountain Farm
638 Bowman Cemetery Road
Soddy Daisy, TN 37379

If you already have one of our flower buckets from a past visit, bring it back and refill it!

A few reminders: We operate on Eastern Time, and no pets are allowed except trained service animals.

Come walk the farm, enjoy the mountain views, take some pictures, and cut yourself a bucket of fresh flowers. No reservations needed — just come see us!

🌻🌸 See ya in the flower fields!

People have been asking about Family Style Meals….and we do offer them!For $52.00 you get:4 servings of Meat (of your ch...
09/01/2026

People have been asking about Family Style Meals….and we do offer them!

For $52.00 you get:
4 servings of Meat (of your choice)
3 quart size sides
One dozen either cornbread or rolls

These can be ordered ahead of time or 30 min before pickup! So keep us in mind when you are planning those hectic weeknight dinners!

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This is a very vulnerable post. We are looking to make some changes at the Cookie Jar. We want your honest (and hopefull...
09/01/2026

This is a very vulnerable post.

We are looking to make some changes at the Cookie Jar. We want your honest (and hopefully kind) opinions on how we can make your visits better, what we can do to improve, and how we can better serve our community.

We know we are not perfect and we always have growing to do. I would love some honest opinions on how to do so.

What menu items would you like to see added? Would catering be something you want us to further explore?
What takes you out to eat in our town?
Is there something you wish we would change or add?

You can comment here, message us, or email me at [email protected].

I will be the first to tell you I have been doing this for 24 years (this weekend actually) and I still don’t know everything, but I am willing to listen.

We want to better serve our community as well as provide a great place for you to visit time and time again.

Thanks so much! God bless you all!

Don’t forget starting today we will be closing at 7pm CST!
09/01/2026

Don’t forget starting today we will be closing at 7pm CST!

We will be closing at 7pm every night starting Tuesday September 1st! We appreciate each and everyone of you!May God bl...
08/28/2026

We will be closing at 7pm every night starting Tuesday September 1st! We appreciate each and everyone of you!

May God bless you and your family this Fall!

Address

1887 Kelly Cross Road
Dunlap, TN
37327

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10:30am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 10:30am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm

Telephone

+14239495852

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