Caffè Rel Menu (Update 2025)

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Introducing the menu at Caffè Rel, nestled at 459 E Main St, Franklin, NC, is a delightful journey through French-American cuisines. This hidden gem, surprisingly located in a gas station, dazzles with its gourmet offerings that promise an unforgettable dining experience.

  • Appetizers: Indulge in the rich flavors of Snails & Tails, a decadent mix of helix snails and Louisiana crawfish, or savor the irresistible Bacon Wrapped Scallops paired with opal basil marinara.
  • Classic Sandwiches: Treat yourself to the Italian Classic, a harmonious blend of meats and fresh ingredients on golden French bread, or the New York Combo, a meaty delight with pastrami and corned beef.
  • Bisques and Soups: Don’t miss the highly praised Blue Crab Bisque, a creamy favorite that guests can’t resist!

The warmth of the ambiance and attentive service enhance the experience, making every meal a celebration of flavor. Caffè Rel is a must-visit for anyone seeking quality food at reasonable prices.

Caffé Rel Appetizers Homemade Caffé Bisque Caffe Classic Sandwiches

Caffé Rel Appetizers

Snails & Tails

Helix snails & only select louisiana crawfish tall meat. Sautéed with butter, button & portabella mushrooms, add glace de poulet, herbs, shallots and garlic. Finish w/ sherry & fresh cream. Garnished with puff pastry
$13.95

Buffalo Mozzarella

Only the finest hand formed mozzarella, lightly breaded & seasoned with fresh herbs, pan sautéed with virgin olive oil, shallots & garlic. Begin with bowtie pasta; smothered with our hearty caffé opal basil marinara, topped with the pan sautéed buffalo mozzarella & scallions
$10.50

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Sea scallops wrapped in smoked bacon. Served on bowtie pasta w/opal basil marinara & parmesan
$14.95

Blue Crab Bisque

Made and served daily fresh! A guest favorite, enjoyed as either an prepared with shallots, garlic, thyme, butter & fresh cream. Finished with freshly shredded parmesan cheese. Served with french bread. (Quart w/ loaf of bread.)

Homemade Caffé Bisque

Caffe Classic Sandwiches

Italian Classic

Thinly sliced honey ham, hard salami, capicola, provolone, red onion, lettuce & tomato. Finished with italian seasoning & balsamic vinegar. Served on freshly baked french bread
$9.95

The John Gotti

(Our italian classic w/capicola & pepperoncini) served
$10.50

New York Combo

Thinly sliced pastrami, corned beef, turkey breast, swiss cheese, lettuce tomato & onion. Finished with our mayo-mustard, served on grilled rye bread
$9.95