SOUTHERN COMFORT
Where the Locals Eat
Full Name: Amanda Gayle Nohren
Title: Owner & Manager
What are your hours of operations?
Sunday – Thursday 11:30 AM until 9:00 PM
Friday & Saturday 11:30 AM until 10:00 PM
Address/ph/web?
3483 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC 28751
Phone: (828) 944-1099
Website: https://the-cafe-italiano@business.site
Are you from Haywood County, if not where are you
from? Originally from Effingham, IL now living in
Candler, NC
What made you go into the restaurant business?
I love to cook and try new recipes.
How long have you been in the restaurant business?
Eighteen years altogether. 15 years combined experience as
a server & cook in various restaurants including a restaurant
owned by my family — past three years as an owner of a
restaurant.
What did you do prior to being in the restaurant
business? Insurance agent at Allstate
What’s been the best part so far? The best part is making
something unique and delicious for customers to try.
Why did you choose Haywood County to call home for
your restaurant?
I adore the friendly local people in the quaint little town of
Maggie Valley plus it’s a great location for tourist traffic.
Have you owned multiple restaurants?
I used to own and manage the Asheville Sandwich Company
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“The best advice I received: Only serve food to a customer
that you would eat and enjoy yourself.”
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