If you're looking for some good Cajun seafood, this is a place you should definitely try! I got to try the fried shrimp basket, chicken & sausage jambalaya, potato salad, and banana pudding. Everything was so rich and flavorful. Very filling! The shrimp was perfectly fried. The jambalaya held so much flavor and seasoning. The potato salad would not be my first choice as a side but it was still okay. And the banana pudding was subtly sweet which was perfect for my sweet tooth. read more

The fish is fresh and crispy! Seasoned just right and I love the chicken & sausage jambalaya

The new management has really made a difference. The food is better, service is faster, place is cleaner. We usually carry out and we love it. read more

Best catfish in Forney. I would highly recommend. They have really cool car shows sometimes too.

This place is good. It looked similar to Popeyes, but way better. First southern fried catfish restaurant for me and i was surprised. Everyone enjoyed their food and nothing smelled or tasted fishy at all. I got the 3pc fish and 6pc shrimp dinner and it took every ounce of strength to finish. They give tartar and cocktail sauce and it works! Service was friendly and the cook to order, so expect to wait a little, but it's hot and fresh out the fryer. Real good! read more

I honestly thought we were going to a food truck and then found out it was a restaurant. The customer service is outstanding. And the food is so good. I'm so full right now. Everything was good. I have no complaints and we will be back. The banana pudding made me go slap someone. (Kidding) I'm so full. Did I say that already?? #theitis read more

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I read it like this because you can have bad food and as long as it's hot people might not complain but when you have cold food, you don't know if it's good or bad I was very disappointed. My food was very cold. I got there in 15 minutes when he said it was gonna be available no reason for it to be cold! And it's not real catfish read more

Amazing food, definitely will be coming back here again! First time and already wanting to come back

Wish they had more on their menu than catfish and shrimp but it's good and the people are friendly.

My first visit to Doe Belly's and the catfish was awesome. Had a family size Dirty Rice that was too good to share. The food reminded me of our family Friday night fish fry. I look forward to trying other items on their menu. Staff was friendly and inviting. read more

The food is great, I had the cat fish the banana pudding it was all good. The staff was friendly and very helpful.

This place was so good!! We will definitely be back!! The fish, shrimp, hushpuppies and greens were all on point! Thank you so much!

Food is good service is good price is fair. The atmosphere is good but better on cooler days to sit in there outdoor seating . Parking some times is an issue read more

Great fried catfish, fresh, and hot. Love the hush puppies and fries. Mixed drinks are great. Not to fancy, and great price's. Fast and easy dinner for the family. Need some now read more

Food was really good - just spicy. I'd go back - now, I know to request my food not spicy.

Love their shrimp, po'boys, hush puppies.

Quick service and great food. It is nice to have a nice catfish spot in the area. I ordered the catfish, green beans, red beans. Everything was great! read more

I was told this was the best catfish and it delivered. Reminded me of fresh catfish back home in Louisiana. Thursday they have a catfish and shrimp basket and it was amazing. Black eyes peas were yummy too but I should've gotten water and skipped the fries! read more

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

Best catfish around! I've been going to Doe Belly's since 2010 and it's always been great and friendly!

I have never been so disrespected in my whole entire life. Last night after a long day of work I decide to call in an order for my family (4 people) to enjoy together. They said it would be ready for pick up in 35 minutes and I thought it was perfect since I was still driving out of Dallas. I then arrive 30 minutes later, pay, and step to the side to wait for my food. There was a Friday night dinner rush so I can understand why they were so busy. 15 minutes go by and still no food. 20 minutes go by and I start to see other orders who came in after me go out. As a faithful Catholic during lent I decide to continue being patient and think maybe those orders were called in before mine. 45 minutes later and still NO FOOD. At this point I'm starving and tired after working a long day and just want to get my food and go home. But I continue to be patient. After an HOUR of waiting I'm pissed off and starving so I went up to the front counter to the guys that I've been staring down for over an hour and asked them about my food. He asked for my name and order number and went to talk with the cooks and then I hear them say "oh I forgot". Then he comes out to tell me that they didn't hear my name be called out. Maybe they couldn't hear my name because they are too busy laughing and joking around while loud Cajun music is blasting throughout the whole restaurant. Not even two minutes later I get my food. At this point I just wanted to get home to my family and try to enjoy a meal after a 10 hour shift at work and an hour wait at this establishment. Then I see this sad box. Shrimp was bland and cold. I will never be returning. How could the front counter guys see me wait for over an hour and not even think to check the back orders and see which have not gone out yet. Captain D's would have been a better dinner choice. read more

Doe Belly's Catfish Cafe - Grilled shrimp and a waste of a styrofoam box. - Southern Near Me - Forney, Texas

One of my favorite places to eat in Forney. The food never disappoints neither does the service. The music has that New Orleans jazz feel to it. read more

I went to Pick up a to go order and found the floors , tables and doors filthy. The tables are so sticky your hand will stick to it. The window sills have dead flies on them. It makes me wonder what the kitchen looks like. They have great fish , but I will not go back. read more

I don't see the hype of the business. The kid in the front was extremely nice but the tables were sticky and food crumbs were all over them too. The food was WAY over seasoned and I mean way over seasoned. read more

Came in here on a Sunday afternoon. They close at 6:00 today and around 5:00 it filled up with customers. The wait for the food was not too bad, it took about 25 minutes to cook our dinner for 4. It was well worth the wait! I'm not a huge catfish fan like my husband is but I thought it was the best catfish that I've ever had. The fries were good, not seasoned. The hush puppies were smaller than I like but no complaints about the taste or texture. Next time we will come in on Friday or Saturday and enjoy an adult beverage. The new bar looked inviting! read more

Doe Belly's Catfish Cafe - They have added a second dining room and barn since I've been here. - Southern Near Me - Forney, Texas

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This place deserves 5 stars because the staff is always friendly and the food is delicious! I usually order the catfish & shrimp and they are not skimpy with the portions. I recommend the banana pudding it cures the sweet tooth in a big way! Don't just take my advice, visit the place with a spice of Cajun and touch of sweetness. read more

We always heard good things about Doe Belly's so we went to try it out and let me tell you it DID NOT disappoint! Everything was sooo good!

I didn't like the chicken, but the fish and shrimp basket is so good also sweet here is good. My favorite place to eat up here. The staff is real nice too the whole place has a chill vibe read more

I can't eat catfish anywhere else anymore because of how delicious this place is. Service is always great and the atmosphere is always on point. Couldn't recommend Doe Belly's anymore. read more

We LOVED the food; but the prices were WAY up from what is still posted on the website. That's what got us there. Disappointed to pay 20% + more upon arrival. We went there first in November. Need a better social media and website game but the food is great. read more

Food is delicious and the employees are always accommodating to the level of spiciness. Definitely recommend!

We've been loyal customers of Doe Belly's since it came to Forney. I think it's one of the best local restaurants in Forney. Their catfish simply cannot be beat. We also get a family pack with fries and a side of dirty rice. So good! And take a tip from me and order extra hush puppies. They make the best ever! read more

Good food and atmosphere. The owner and servers are nice. I am giving them four stars because I have had to wait for food and drinks when there Weren't that many people- that could just be because of employment shortages read more

Dude place kicksass now I don't need to always rely on damn razzooz love the Fried fish hush puppies are

When I first started going here it was good, now with each order the food is getting worse. This last time I ordered the shrimp ettouffee, fried fish and shrimp...omg, the etouffee had so much salt in it, extremely nasty, the fried shrimp tasted old or fried in some old grease...I won't be getting anything going forward. read more

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

This may be a second post on this one for me. I generally get back in tow on Fridays and I always eat fish on Fridays. Since this is the only place that I know close by (I think it is, I haven't looked for another one)it has good catfish and close to where I live, I seem to find this place every Friday around 7:30 PM for the past year. The food is fresh and it is good. I love giving the staff a hard time (on a good way), they are cool and very professional. They never complain even when we sat there after closing time. They had every right to say "sir we close at 9:00, but at 9:20 the staff said was still just as friendly and talkative. Of course I immediately apologized and we left so they could clean up and get to their families. When you go, don't forget the punch! read more

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

If you're in the area and you love catfish, definitely stop by this place. They have some of the best catfish I've ever had. Definitely a little spicier than most, but that's what makes it unique. The fries and hush puppies are always amazing, too! They recently remodeled and expanded this location, making it almost twice the size it was before- a very smart move! It now has a bar area in half of the restaurant. I definitely recommend this hidden gem in little Forney! read more

Doe Belly's Catfish Cafe - Catfish Plank Basket with fries and hush puppies! - Southern Near Me - Forney, Texas

Amazing! Best catfish and shrimp I've had in a long time. The French fries and hush puppies are so good too. Just moved i to town but I'll be taking everyone that comes to visit me to try this place. read more

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