Decided to drive out to Forney TX on a Saturday for some family fun. When our first destination was a slight disappointment we started looking for a good lunch to lift our spirits. Boy did we nail it by stopping in here. I am always on the hunt for the ultimate fried catfish fish. It's just one of those things you grow up with in the south. Doe Belly's is up there with the best of them. We all devoured our meals with intense elation. The fish was perfectly seasoned and fried, well done shrimp and tasty sides. The kids meal was less seasoned to ensure my little one got nothing spicy. He loved it! Even though this is an hour drive for us, we will come back . If you are driving by or just interested in exploring new venues on your quest for great food you must stop in. It's definitely worth the drive. read more

Doe Belly's Catfish Cafe - Order... - Southern Near Me - Forney, Texas

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This is my favorite! The fish is outstanding with crispy ends and thicker middle fillets. Best of both worlds!

Love it! Not just during lent! This place is always packed! I always look forward to Doe Bellys!!

We were on our way to Shreveport from Dallas and were starving. I hopped on Yelp to find something good. With just coming from Los Angeles, I didn't want any fast food. My fam said that it wasn't good places for fish really in Dallas but since we were farther east I gave it a shot. Doe Belly's knows how to fry up some catfish. So glad we stopped in and you should too!!!!! read more

Good food, good casual seating. A place to frequent. Great catfish and shrimp and a bar to boot!

The catfish is delicious. It was great to go by and pick it up. It was spicy enough without setting your Louth on fire.

Because I live in Forney which has absolutely no other options for some good Cajun food unless it's the filet fish meal at McDonald's. This place is beyond amazing. Always a helpful staff, never met the owner but from the locals I hear they are pretty decent folks. I'm usually in and out and that's what I prefer. I do however wish the were open more days but it's cool I gotta save my funds read more

I've been to Doe Belly's in Forney twice and both times were great. This last time tried the fried catfish, chicken tenders, green beans, dirty rice and hush puppies. All of it was darn near perfect. Hot, crispy, fully of flavor. I over ordered so we enjoyed it again the next day after reheating the fish and chicken in the oven, wrapped in foil and then a few minutes without the foil to crisp them back up. Terrific. Looking forward to next time! read more

They have the best fish around! Not greasy! Great service!! The banana pudding is bomb!!!!

Doe Belly's is always spot on! The batter they use for their catfish is so good as well as the shrimp etouffee! It's almost the same as the homemade one I ate growing up! read more

1st time there today. Gentleman at the register very polite. The food awesome! My kids and I loved the food. Portions was plentiful! We will definitely be back.. Thank you read more

Great place to get some awesome catfish. My wife does not normally eat fried catfish but she tore up some Doe Belly's, lol.

Their food is always amazing! My husband says this place is just like the food in Louisiana.

Omgosh! Love this place went once and I'm going back, food is so so good! Got some fried fish and it was so close to my families taste, home made recipes. The service was good. Friendly nice staff. The scene is pretty cool small town feel. If you want That southern hospitality This is the place! Only bad thing I have to say is they are closed mon - Tue (Sad) read more

The shredded cheese and the brand of pickles used just don't do it for me. The protein is pretty good and I've had 3 of the many choices. Bread is a little thick as well. Service is pretty good and have had smiling faces on the few visits I've been there. read more

This place is amazing !!!! I was hesitant because some of the pictures was iffy! But let me tell you!!! The catfish , seasoned to perfection, the shrimp DELICIOUS! I got corn, banana pudding and potato salad all BOMB! Can't wait to go back! Found my seafood spot in Forney! read more

So I don't normally leave reviews but I have seen so many good reviews for this place I had to leave one. Fish and fries were decent that's the only reason they get 2 stars. They left my wife's fries off of her catfish basket so I shared half of mine however since I only had about 11 fries she didn't get much. I ordered a side of dirty rice and I knew as soon as I opened it it was Zatarains box o dirty rice from the smell to the taste I kid you not. Now don't get me wrong, I like Zatarains if I'm cooking it at home for $2-$3 a box. But not when I'm expecting some authentic dirty rice from a restaurant. So disappointed and sadly will not be back. With such limited good places to eat in Forney it sucks to cross another one off the list. read more

My husband and I eat here at least three or times a month. The catfish is Cajun-style, which I like sometimes, but if I'm not in the mood for spicy, they will cook it on request. Same with the shrimp. Both of these are our favorites, along with the hush puppies. Because of the pandemic, we haven't eaten in the restaurant in a while. We are only a mile away, so it's still hot when we get it home. Yummy! read more

The catfish was hot, fresh and delicious. Hush Puppies were good and the Cole Slaw was too. The service was quick and friendly. The inside dining area was clean and comfortable. read more

Service is great and the food came out pretty quickly I don't have any complaints good food and great place to go to

The service is lacking most of the time, but the food is amazing. The best place for fried fish and shrimp!

I was referred by another foodie to try this place. I never got around to it until I moved to Forney. OMG...my husband and I are hooked. The food is cooked to order and always served up with great flavors. I've tried the catfish, shrimp, jambalaya, and shrimp etouffee. They're only open Wed-Sun, so sometimes we crave when they're closed. read more

Always excellent. If you have not tried this place you are missing out!! Just give a shot!!

I waited 45 minutes for a 6 piece shrimp basket. I was expecting a bit more after such a long wait. Food was decent. Shrimp had a good flavor, but nothing special. French fries were fried very hard. I would visit again if the wait was no more than 10-15 minutes, but I would never wait this long again for the food here. read more

Doe Belly's Catfish Cafe - Ordered the 8 piece shrimp basket and this is it. 8 small shrimp and a handful of unseasoned fries. Nothing special about the taste. - Southern Near Me - Forney, Texas

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Randomly found this place while in the area and decide to stop by on a Saturday afternoon. Ordered the shrimp and fish basket with fries. Food took forever to come out (which wasn't that big of a deal, at least I knew it would be fresh) my main concern was the seasoning. It was heavily salted which immediately turned me off . For that reason I wouldn't try again unfortunately. read more

Their grilled catfish is phenomenal. It blew me away. Every time I go the flavor is on point... anything fried is never burned, the black eyed peas are full of flavor, and the staff is really friendly. I don't have a bad thing to say about this place read more

UMM BEST CATFISH SINCE CATFISH COVE M. As a matter of fact, this is the only place in Texas that I'll order seafood anymore. I don't want to give 5 stars because I don't want to share this place! read more

Fried fish is amazing. There is only gentleman there that is often covering the front and the bar and he has always been great even under pressure. Make sure to grab dirty rice as a side because even if you don't like rice you will love it. Give the doe belly sauce a try as well. Only downside is that the tables are often sticky, but I usually take my food home. read more

Always like Cajun! Good food! A little too spicy for some. Limited choices but good prices.

I'm not a big fan of catfish but this place make catfish about as good as it can be made. The dirty rice is excellent and the Cajun style potato salad is great. The best compliment I think I can give is that we went in at 2:00 on a Saturday and it was packed.... people kept coming in.... and it was packed when we left at 3:00. read more

Haven't been inside, but Doe Belly's came to the NFHS outdoor award ceremony and sold chicken strip baskets. When I tell you the food was DELICIOUS!! They operated a food truck in the parking lot and workers brought it to the car. They chicken strips were perfectly seasoned and juicy! The fries were crispy and hot. Can't wait to visit the restaurant once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. read more

Well seasoned fish and shrimp. Keto lovers, I didn't notice any bloating despite this being coated in corn meal. I had the side salad as an option with a few French fries. Delicious! read more

They have the best catfish! Fast and friendly! Wish the we're open all week. But that just gives me something to look forward to!

Food is great!! If they "ANSWER" their phone. I'm not sure they know how to answer the mother fucker. Other than that I have no complaints!

This place is amazing from the catfish, shrimp, to the chicken strip are freaking amazing!!!!

This is the best fish I've had. My parents love it also. Every time they come for a visit from East Texas, we place a family order. Love this place! read more

I love this place i been in town working for a Month and let's just say I have to have my fix at least once or twice a week. The fish is fried perfect. The season is just right. I love the banana pudding. I wish they had one of these in Houston Texas. Keep up the great work! read more

Doe Belly's Catfish Cafe - Southern Near Me - Forney, Texas

O.M.G. I live an hour away - i can see making trips here... JUST to come here. GREAT: Food, service, and value. Best catfish and collard greens I've ever had. read more

My boyfriend and I split the 4 fish filet and 8 shrimp and it was a perfect amount of food. Loved the breading on the fish and the shrimp were delicious! Called it in Togo and it was ready quick and hot. We will definitely be ordering again! read more

It's okay. I loved it at first but on my last visit I wasn't happy with it. I just felt that my fish was fried to hard and the experience has a greasy taste. read more