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Historic Cotton Exchange Cafe & Wine Bar

116 South First Street, Temple, TX
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Ranked #18 of 46 restaurants in Temple
4.0 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Cuisines: American
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Central Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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I showed up at 11:15. The door was locked, even though the sign said that the restaurant opens at 11:00. Through the glass, I watched the cook get up off of the guest couch and walk barefoot to the bathroom. When he emerged he was smoking. He quickly straightened up before opening the door. He reeked of marijuana. I tried... More

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Temple, Texas
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

I had the chicken Salad and it was very delicious. We were the only people in there during our meal. It felt very uncomfortable, like we were in someones home. I hope they become more popular and it doesn't feel as awkward. More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

If you want to feel comfortable while enjoying a relaxing meal, this is the place for you. Chef Taylor always seems to have something hidden up his sleeve for your tasting pleasure and the live music nights are enjoyable without blasting your eardrums. This isn't McDonalds so don't expect your meal in 5-10 minutes, but if your ready to sit... More

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Austin, Tx
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2011
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I played a gig at the Exchange August 24th with a $ guarantee. The owner Stephanie "forgot" about that guarantee, but she ended up giving me a check for what we'd agreed. That check bounced...and I've been given regular excuses for her not paying me since then. The food is great...but my opinion of the owner and her refusal to... More

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central tx
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2011
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We really didn't go the food , we went for the Blues music. It's like having the band in your living room.Totally awesome More

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Temple, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2011

The food and the atmosphere is impeccable.the quality of service I received was outstanding. Keep up the good work!” I look forward to hearing some live music the next time. Great job!!! .Amazing, place. Downtown temple is really shaping up. More

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Belton, Texas
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Reviews in 74 cities Reviews in 74 cities
82 helpful votes 82 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2010

Ate here for lunch with a colleague on a Wednesday. We were the only diners at the time. The place is nicely decorated (for Temple) in an older building in downtown. I had a Spinach & Prosciutto Salad, which although of good quality was rather small and presented plainly on a white plate. It seemed a bit overpriced at $7.95.... More

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