Kathy’s Java Express

Stopped in this local dive on the suggestion of my niece. She was craving the Big Bird soup and said it was like nothing we ever tasted. So we walked in for a nice lunch and were pleased with the service and delicious food. The Big Bird soup had chicken, rice, and carrots. It is the consistency of a stew and is perfect for cold weather or when u want some soup that sticks to your ribs! It was delicious! I had half a turkey and Havarti sandwich on wheat berry bread that was awesome. My mom ordered the cup of tomato basil soup and half chicken salad sandwich and absolutely loved it. I peeked at the coffee menu and wished I had enough room for coffee because I read the good reviews. You will definitely love it here!

Found this place when I was in need of a mid-​afternoon lunch. Warm and friendly service, excellent coffee and a freshly made half sandwich and salad were a lovely surprise! Will return and hope to visit the adjacent antique store.

Wow. We asked local that directed us here. Outstanding lunch next to to the Antique Mall. Don’t be put off by the olé sundry counter. They are putting out some really good sandwiches here. Not So Poor Boy Shrimp. Very Good and Morezzla Pesto super. Don’t forget to eat some baked goods at the end. This lace is very good for a light lunch with no fuss.

We stopped in for breakfast early one morning. Quaint and cozy with a nice selection of coffee. Pick your own ceramic mug and fill a cup. Free refills. They have a pretty nice selection of pastries, including muffins and scones. Other than pastries and oatmeal, however, not much other than breakfast sandwiches this time of day, prepared on a panini grill. We had our sandwiches on croissants which were pressed flat. The country ham in the sandwiches was dry enough to be brittle. The lunch menu with soup and sandwiches might be better, but if you are looking for breakfast and want much more than a good cup of coffee and a fresh muffin, move on.

Probably the best coffee available in Sanford, but that isn’t saying much. Pretty basic coffee and espresso concoctions served here. They use all the same syrups as pretty much every other coffee shop but the drinks are pretty good, especially when you need your caffeine fix. The place is usually pretty busy but they move through the line fairly quickly. I haven’t tried any of their food items as of yet, but some look pretty tasty and I am intrigued. I am all about simplicity and quality when it comes to my caffeinated beverages and some of the espresso drinks here are so convoluted and have so many flavors involved that they just aren’t good. I would recommend sticking with the basics like the (plain) lattes or a cappuccino.

Kathy’s is what Starbucks should be… Kathy is nice and will remember you… I’ve gotten hooked on their chicken salad. the cookies are great, as are the sandwiches and coffee too! Its next door to a massive antique gallery so you can come here before or after or just because! Kathy’s is next to the depot where 3 railroads meet and you almost always see a train go by, and adjacent to a park. Almost utopia!

I ordered one of their lunch wraps that came with chips and a side of broccoli. The food is definitely rich! The broccoli came topped with a sugary syrup. The small town of Sanford, NC is a throwback to the 60’s but everyone is polite in their own way.

I came across this place by accident. I was riding around «downtown Sanford» and looped around the block and saw «coffee shop» posted outside. I’d been hoping to find a cute coffee shop in the area. Hooray, there is a place I will go back and try again! There are tables in the front, tables in the back and tables outside. Service was great — the woman who served me was so sweet! I’d go back and try some more of their drinks. Stop in if you need a coffee fix!

For some reason, Unilocal has this listed as «Elizabeth’s Java Express» at the same location, but I can assure you that I have met Kathy and seen the sign for myself and since February 2012, it has belonged to Kathy.
Anyway, there’s no Starbucks within 30 miles of Sanford, NC (believe me, I looked) and it’s not that I care, I just happened to have a $ 10 gift card at the time. So, I moseyed on up to Kathy’s for a cappuccino, then again later for an iced coffee, and then even later for a sandwich. I was hooked… Kathy’s was the only place I would grab my java while staying in this sleepy little town and I’m telling anyone else who, for some ungodly reason finds themselves in Sanford, go ahead and trust me. Great coffee, great service, and great food. Plus, you can take your java and wander/​wonder around the antique mall right next door for a great lazy day! woo-​hoo!
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