We just happened upon this place. The dining is very casual, and the food is great and fresh. You…read moreknow how sometimes you go to an all you can eat buffet and fried foods can get soggy or tough. Not here. They watched there food and would only bring out the freshest fish when new diners would come in. They serve a chocolate pudding cake that is to die for. Even though is is off the interstate it is very much worth the short 10 min drive from the highway. We will be seeing them again.

Love this place. 65 and over get a senior price. Salaries the Food is great. See lots of out Freind…read morehere eating the food. Fish OSS from the US, not overseas. They support US fishermen. The building OSS older but the casual atmosphere is great for an all you can eat. Please do not waste the food, this is a great place to go. It is out in the country but worth the drive.

Our waitress was amazing, the food is delicious. We were…read morejust driving through and seen this place. The atmosphere is welcome. Thank you for the full belly

We have brought several of our out-of-town relatives to your restaurant because it has always been…read morevery good. I had been bragging on your club sandwich so my daughter ordered it. It was a disappointment indeed. One thin slice of ham, one thin slice turkey and no bacon. I am writing because we don't want to give up on your restaurant but I wanted you to know.

Absolutely the best soul food southern comfort cuisine in East Texas. The dressing is some of the…read morebest around with their gravy and as for the delicious fried catfish, it's probably the best I have had too. Southern hospitality is found here from the friendly staff and owner and you will definitely leave here full and satisfied. Grab a wonderful dessert too before you head out. The pecan pie is terrific!

OH MY LORD!!! Good Soul Food and the staff is very pleasant. The place is very clean. It's a Hidden…read moreGem in Tyler. Its menu prices are right on point with the portions

Food / Entertainment on Saturdays. Friday & Saturday nite mudbugs / snow crab legs/ shrimp. Check…read moreout their boil menu.

Last few weeks really went down hill not sure what the problem is wait times for food and service…read moreextremely long

Had to check it out! It was yummy! My husband & I both had chicken fried steak and he had coconut…read morecream pie & I had lemon! It was really good ~ we will be back! Our waitress was super friendly and the cook even came out to welcome us and check on us!

Our family's favorite in the Dangerfield Texas State Park area, see photo of our review.read more

Great place to get a home cooked meal. Yes it's small but don't let that fool you because they have…read moresome off best food that I've had in years. Great service also . Our waitress Meagan was very awesome and even made Mac and cheese for my kids that wasn't on the menu. We found our new favorite restaurant and I hope y'all give it a try.

For someone with a pork allergy, I have zero issues coming here! The food here is so good, and they…read moredon't cross contaminate pork everywhere like other bbq places. I trust the food everytime I come! The beef is melt in your mouth good. The sides are 10/10.

Great BBQ! Love the Pittsburg Hot Links too!! The service was great and we loved the homey,…read morefriendly atmosphere. Definitely recommend!

The catfish was great, not "muddy" whatsoever. The staff even split the order onto 2 plates as a…read morecourtesy. If we come back, we'll definitely get the full order of catfish instead, the shrimp were simply too small. Fried jalapeño starter was quite good, the melty cheddar cheese instead is a great foil for the spicy pepper.

Fried catfish was bland if consumed without drenching it in lime and tartar sauce and pickled…read morerelish. I didn't like their bacon garlic coleslaw but loved the creamed spinach. The staff was very attentive. The place is very large and spacious and definitely accommodates a lot of customers.

I feel like I have to give this place 5 stars. The food is 4 to 4.5 (so far) but the fact that it's…read moretiny, local, family run, everything made from scratch just pushes it up that extra notch. Chicken fried chicken was juicy and properly seasoned and the best we'd ever had. Ditto for the green beans and the okra. She wouldn't tell us what she puts in the green beans, but it's some combination of bacon grease and magic, I swear. The okra was fresh cut, fresh battered, fresh fried, unlike every other place I get it where you can tell it's out of a bag. Hot water cornbread was ah-mazing. I only wish I had honey to slather on it along with the butter. White gravy was fantastic, with just a hint of sweetness we couldn't quite put our finger on. Chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes were delicious, but also the only things I can say were on par with some of our other favorites. Prices are extremely reasonable. And the service is as down home and personal as you would expect at a place like Sylvia Mae's. But don't expect quick delivery of your food. Everything is made to order and it takes time, so settle in and be patient. We will definitely return here as often as we can when we are in the area.

Occasionally you stumble upon something truly special. This unassuming small business is exactly…read morewhat you want it to be. It is a meeting place, a comfort zone, a haven of good nature and community. The food is simple and good. The person providing the food is honest and real. This establishment is a lifeline of stability in an otherwise downtrodden neighborhood. THIS is the reason we have yelp...to discover and highlight businesses that actually deserve recognition. Sylvia Mae's is all of these things and more. Go visit...manage expectations and enjoy the moment. There aren't many places like this left.

Food, service, ambience--all pleasing. We dined around sunset and it was lovely, We really enjoyed…read morethe goat cheese appetizer. I'd have liked more toppings on the Iceberg Wedge--especially bacon. Ribeye was over-the-top delicious. We were a family group visiting from California. Our party of six included a six year old and a 15-month old. We were all made comfortable and welcome.

Better than any steakhouse in Dallas....Food is always excellent, as is the service. The location…read moreis beautiful (Lee Roy Jordan used to live here). Watch out for one big pothole at the side of the building. Only semi negative I found!!