We got the crab cake platter, blackened catfish platter, honey pecan chicken roll, crab cake sandwich, and the white russian pecan pie. After having the crab cake sandwich we would recommend doing the platter because the bread overpowers the crab cake. Everything was incredible, the flavors, consistency, and quality. It is for sure comfort food but nothing sits heavy and feels super fresh. Not a fan of coleslaw but it was super yummy and great corn fritters for our first time having them. Service was great. Ambiance was super informal and adds to the vibe of what you're eating. Also unrelated but the cashier/server has a super calming energy/presence/voice which totally added to the vibe read more

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Wow, REALLY good! Catfish Dinner Plate: excellent fish was tasty and light. Rice was nice. Came with slaw, 1x Side (Collard Greens: sweet vinegar with some heat, and a bit of pork, really good!), and some AMAZING Hushpuppies (fresh, sweet corn bread). Shrimp & Grits: Fantastic! Buttery and cheesy grits with sausage and nice shrimp (not over-cooked or chewy). Green beans were slightly too soft (30-mins until closing), but good comfort food. Coleslaw was "meh," but a good, crunchy foil to the fish and rice. Counter Service (order at register, then they bring to table/to-go) was quite fast, given that they had to cook the fish and prep foods for take-out. Everything looked clean, staff was nice, and owner was talking to everyone. Didn't get to try the variety of desserts, but they looked and smelled great. Traveling, but worth the stop! read more

Julia Belle's - Catfish Dinner Plate, with coleslaw, 1x side (Collard Greens), and Hushpuppies. - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

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Solid experience. Staff very friendly. They had a double smashburger running so I got that. It was very good. Place was fairly empty and this quiet. Staff checked in on me while I ate even though it's not true table service. Nice touch. The fries tasted like those frozen / flash fried preseasoned ones. Not very good. Green beans and Cole slaw were good. Check em out if you are in the area. read more

Julia Belle's - View from the parking area. - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

This restaurant is the perfect place to stop while coming through Florence. The hospitality is 10/10 and the food is great. It's true Southern hospitality with a welcoming family atmosphere. Don't skip the amazing desserts at the end!! read more

Julia Belle's - Front counter - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

Stepping inside we quickly noticed it was an order at the counter kind of place, with table service for your food. From the outside, it looked pretty cozy, but once you were in there was actually a surprising amount of space to spread out. We started with a Dr. Pepper, but it arrived quite flat. When we mentioned it to the staff they explained that all their sodas shared the same CO2 tank suggesting there wouldn't be much difference if we swapped it. It was a bit of a letdown especially since we ended up not drinking it and there wasn't an option for a refund. Just a heads up even a simple cup of water comes with a small charge here. For my main course I opted for the Carolina shrimp roll with fried shrimp. While the roll itself was perfectly buttered and tasted great, the shrimp batter had a tendency to just fall right off and it felt a bit light. I also found it was quite generous with the tomatoes which combined with the slaw seemed to overpower the shrimp flavor and possibly made the breading a bit soggy. My dining companion had their heart set on the crab cake platter, but we ended up with a crab cake sandwich instead essentially a crab cake on a hamburger bun. When we pointed it out to our server kindly brought the receipt and showed us what was rung up. It must have been a little mix up at the register, but no biggie we just decided to go with the flow and enjoy it as is. The crab cake itself wasn't really a standout, but I have to say, those mashed potatoes were absolutely delicious especially with that flavorful gravy and seriously don't let me forget to rave about the Mac and Cheese it was really really good. We also had a pulled pork sandwich on the table. It came absolutely smothered in a mustard based BBQ sauce which while tasty unfortunately made the bun quite soggy. I ended up just enjoying the perfectly cooked meat on its ownwhich was fantastic. Honestly, one of the main reasons we even considered this spot was because we heard they had a lobster roll. Turns out, it's been off the menu for quite a while which was a little disappointing. read more

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We stopped by Julia Belle's on our way back from taking a trip down to Florida. Julia Belle's is a family owned business that offers a lot of Southern cooking staples on their menu. They also had great hospitality to push a couple tables for our big group to sit together. They made sure that we had everything we needed through our dining experience. As a family we shared a few dishes. We got fried green tomatoes, a seafood combo platter and a side of macaroni and cheese. Everything came out piping hot, so you know it was made to order. The fried green tomatoes were so good. I liked the remolaude sauce that went along with it. The fried seafood combo dish was a good variety. It came with a blue crab cake, fried shrimp and fried catfish nuggets with a side of coleslaw. The seafood was very fresh. We were very satisfied with the food and would consider returning in the future if we are in the area. read more

Julia Belle's - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

Being on the road, I have a list of dietary restrictions so I can successfully keep driving. However.. I could not stay away from that pot roast. That gravy and rice took me back to when I was a kid getting a plate from my grandma. That is gravy.. and rice.. simple things southern made that make a plate incredible before you can even reach the proteins. Now what was actually mine? Catfish and fries. I did play it safe, but that catfish was everything. Properly cleaned, fried to perfection. Super crispy, smoky when you break it and seasoned through. It literally doesnt get better than that. Aside from my wife's pot roast, the mac & cheese was valid. Seeing it, I had questions, but when you break through that layer of cheese, it was oozing with goodness. My only regret is not staying the night in Florence and letting this food put me to sleep. This is an easy play to stop along I-95. read more

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I truly enjoy supporting local businesses and enjoying great local food while travelling. This hands down was the best meal we had on this trip. Restaurant was tucked in a small shopping area, brightly lit and well decorated, spotless and packed with a bustling crowd late on a Friday. All a good sign of the great food we were about to have. I had the blackened catfish, with rice, slaw, beans and corn fritters. Catfish was evenly perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned - not dry at all. Rice, slaw - delicious. Corn fritters - perfectly crisp and sweet. Green beans - delicious, savory. Wife had the honey-pecan chicken roll - excellent flavors, not too sweet, balanced by the bacon well. Grits - delicious. We had the pleasure of meeting and chatting with Fran the owner, who was such a great host, truly added to what was a great experience. Looking forward to stopping again, since the restaurant is convenient to our travels. read more

Julia Belle's - Blackened catfish, green beans, slaw, corn fritters. - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

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Stopping in as we travel south. Good reviews and right off the highway. Fast casual with seat yourself and order at the counter. I got the MAYBERRY PORK CHOP SANDWICH. Fried Pork Chop topped with tomato, house-made chili and sweet Savannah's coleslaw, On a buttery bun. Really good. Tender pork chop and the breading was so flavorful. Also, very filling. Good bang for your buck. Deb got GRAMMY'S POT ROAST. Mashed potatoes. Slow roasted pot roast with carrots, onions and celery in house-made gravy served over a bed of rice. Lots of good flavors and large portion. Sold spot with great food. Convenient spot off the highway and very friendly folks. read more

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My food was just not right. The hamburger steak and cabbage was ok but this rice was mush. Is so bad I don't even want to ask for something else. read more

Julia Belle's - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

I can't say enough wonderful things about this restaurant! The customer service is amazing from the moment you walk in the door-Devin at the register and serving our table was so kind- letting me sample the collard greens when I questioned how much spice was "spicy"(which by the way they were PERFECTION-just the right amount of heat, with vinegar and a balanced sweetness)- and offering suggestions on what to pair with the hamburger steak (which was soooo close to my mom's homemade beef had to close my eyes and just savor the moment). Biscuits are just like your grandmas-if you know you know. Every thing was brought out warm and clearly made to order. We were checked on multiple times throughout the meal by multiple staff-they even made sure not to bring out dessert to the table until we were done with our meal-even though you order all at once at the counter. Do yourself a favor and don't miss this gem of a place- I would happily drive an hour and half from home to come get this meal again. A++ in every aspect! read more

Truly amazing home-style cooking. They serve the very best collard greens I have ever tasted. Spicy and sweet with a deliciously rich liqueur for a fine finish. Shrimp and grits are a colorful presentation with sausage peppers and onions rounding out the perfectly cheesy southern grits. Nothing on their menu has been a disappointment. read more

I enjoyed this establishment. Texas Pete and that beacon gravy? The biscuit where made from scratch (hard) but, delicious. I ordered the fried pork chops, gravy and sides. I was so fascinated with the food service I vowed to return before closing. Upon arrival I chose to try there Shrimp and Grits with the Green tomato appetizer. My grits were to my liking but my tomatoes weren't as thick as pictured. Overall, good eats! read more

We Were a party of 3. The woman that took our order was delightful. Shared her recommendations and the daily specials. We ordered two smashburger plates and a catfish nugget basket. All were fresh and piping hot. The collard greens were delicious As well as the catfish nuggets. We were traveling through and were recommended for this restaurant. I would wholeheartedly recommend this 100 times over. Also, nice Christian music playing for your enjoyment. read more

Julia Belle's - Counter and tables in the dining room. - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

family and i frequent julia belle's, i always get the carolina gold bbq plate and its phenomenal everytime! the service is outstanding, everyone is very friendly, knowledgeable, and go out of their way to make us feel welcomed and taken care of. i've tried a few of their sides and desserts and none have disappointed. we will be back plenty of times. read more

I gave this five stars because this is a wonderful locally-owned business that does things right. The staff is very friendly and attentive to customers. The food is very good. Overall a really no-frills nice dining experience. read more

First time being here .ood was old, nasty, but the atmosphere was beautiful. Never again go bk there. Got to change cook

Kind, friendly, flexible staff. Charming decor and small town ambiance. Fresh seasonal food with top quality ingredients. Grilled shrimp sandwich with cheese grits and remoulade was a hit. Blackened catfish perfectly cooked and so flavorful. Looking forward to our takeout White Russian pie when we arrive at our destination. read more

I loved the sweet homey vibe of this place! Great food that won't break the bank!! I would come again!

This is such a sweet spot! Proudly Family-Owned, they strive to create a welcoming atmosphere. Even though you order at the counter and take it to your seat, they come around continually to check if you are doing okay or need anything. The food is very tasty. Prices are on point. Bathrooms are clean. Parking lot is a little tight and difficult to navigate but give it a second and you're fine. read more

Julia Belle's - Inside - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

The shrimp and corn chowder was amazing and the biscuit was the best I can remember. Also I had the crabcake sandwich with sweet potato fries. Excellent all the way around friendly service. Julia was there provided a lot of hospitality. Next time I'm driving between New York and Florida I'll be stopping here for sure. read more

I went to this restaurant and got the hamburger steak over rice and gravy and Mac n Cheese I didnt get my rice and gravy the food lacked seasoning the customer service was good read more

Great food & a wonderful waitress (Tiffany). Made you feel at home. We will be back to try all the menu items! read more

Julia Belle's - Pork Cop Sandwich with Mashed Potatoes on the side. Delish!! - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

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Really tasty boneless fried chicken breast. I had without the gravy and it was so moist and juicy. Also loved the background music.

This place has great Southern cooking in a casual atmosphere. It is convenient to many of the hotels off Route 95. So, many diners are travelers. But, there are also many locals who return often. The menu is limited, which actually is good because they know how to prepare Low Country dishes and do not try to do other things. Upon entering, you go to the counter and order (like in a fast food place). Most orders come with choice of a side and a large biscuit. Prices are very reasonable. For example, the delicious blackened catfish I had (with sweet potato fries) was only $13.99. One orders and gets a number and then the food is delivered to your table. A tip bucket is near the register. I look forward to eating here when I stay in Florence. Try it, you won't regret it. read more

Julia Belle's - Entree 4/24 - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

The food was so good we didn't even have the planned leftovers. We had shrimp and grits and breaded pork chops with Mac and cheese and cabbage. No ambiance but the staff was beyond helpful. This is a walk up to order place read more

Wow! What a find. Ran into my brother on the road and we had dinner together. Wandered into Julia Belle's for some southern cooking. Very good food! Southern fried chicken breast and REAL mashed taters with slow cooked green beans. Did I mention it came with a homemade biscuit and milk/bacon gravy. Stop in for lunch or dinner. You will love the food and the smiles. read more

Julia Belle's - Great food. - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

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we stopped here for breakfast after reading great reviews. Husband got pancakes and bacon. Very good, especially the bacon. i ordered Pa's Sausage and gravy. It was awful! I am not a picky eater but this was the worst sausage and gravy i've ever had. It was as if the chef poured garlic powder into the gravy. I managed to scrap off enough gravy that i could eat part of the biscuit. I would proceed with caution. read more

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Well made southern food. Like the corns. The waitress was very friendly. Family Style environment.

On the road to Florida and stopped by Hampton inn for an overnight stop. Close to hotel. Fast service of southern food with a nice portion. Food was hot and tasty. Has turkey special while wife had a good hamburger. Large selection. read more

Julia Belle's is located in a strip mall with tight parking but has good food. Well, at least what I've tasted. The have a walk up counter with a digital menu on the wall. You place your order at the counter, they give you a number to take to your table and they will bring your order to your table.when it's ready. The ladies serving the food are the epitome of southern charm. I ordered the Pecan - Honey Fried Chicken sandwich. The crust was crispy and that honey drizzle over the top brought the sandwich a nice sweetness. The pecans were perfect sprinkled over the top. They brought another level of flavor. The collards were good but a little sweet. Definitely worth stopping by to try this restaurant. read more

Julia Belle's - Pecan Honey Chicken Sandwich and Collard Greens. Absolutely delicious. - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

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The owner was so warm and friendly. It seemed a tad pricy (especially after viewing the old menus from 2022 and 2023 on Yelp lol) but we enjoyed our lunch while traveling on 95. I liked my chicken and waffles and my husband thought his bbq sandwich was okay. Crowded at lunch time and seemed popular with locals. read more

The food is amazing just amazing. Better than homemade. The service is fast and friendly and attentive. The vibes are good mood good feelings and happy. The employees are sweet nice and helpful. It's a must!! read more

Julia Belle's - Chicken chili and grilled cheese - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

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We were looking for a quick and inexpensive dinner stop with "real" food during a marathon drive from CT to FL and Julia Belle's did not disappoint! We always try to patronize small businesses when we travel and, even if we hadn't noticed the "family-owned, one of a kind" sign out front, this fact was readily evident by the warm way we were greeted, the genuinely enthusiastic interactions with staff, and obvious home-cooked care put into the food! We tried the chicken and waffles with Carolina peaches, pulled pork sandwich, and both blackened and fried catfish and tried each other's food, loving each dish. We are a family who rarely adds on dessert, but were swayed by the homemade key lime pie and were satisfied with that final decision. We would definitely stop here on a future road trip and have already raved about it to our extended family! read more

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Was very pleased with the food it was delicious also the service was excellent staff is really great I feel if you are in the area you should stop and see how good the food is read more

Julia Belle's is right off the highway, clean and bright, has friendly, competent people, and, best of all, the food is delicious. Our group had the crab cake sandwich, shrimp platter, and a chicken tender platter. We all really liked our food. The fried items were fresh and light, the sauces were spot-on, and the coleslaw was perfect. The hush puppies were really light and crunchy, too. I'll get more next time. We will stop again when we travel from NC to FL! read more

Delicious food, generous portions. Friendly staff. Would visit again. Parking lot is tight, and location is hard to get to when traffic is heavy. read more

What a wonderful treat at the end of a long travel day. Welcoming wait staff, smiles, on point and friendly service. The Blue Ridge Chicken was delicious and the collard greens were perfect with it. We hope you try the Blackberry Moonshine Cheesecake - it was phenomenal. Thank you, Julia Belle's! read more

What a great place!! Read the reviews and decided to give this a try while passing through the state and I'm so happy we did! Cute little place in a strip mall. It was brightly colored and clean and the people were so friendly. Food was amazing!! We had fried green tomatoes (first time having these) and corn fritters to start, both were delicious. We had the Carolina Gold Pulled Pork Plate and the shrimp and grits. Both were outstanding. We got dessert to go since we were getting full. Got the Dutch apple crisp and the White Russian pecan pie. Both were outstanding so definitely plan ahead and leave room for dessert. We would definitely come back here! read more

Julia Belle's - Shrimp and grits - Southern Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

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The food was delicious and plentiful. Our hotel recommended this restaurant. I'm so glad they did!