Larkin's Restaurant is a buffet type where you go thru the line and point to what you want and they put it on a plate or To Go dish. It's a meat of choice and two or three vegetables, roll or Cornbread. Everything soul food is outstanding and very good portion sizes. You get your money worth. read more

This is real good, hot and ready food. Fill your takeout or sit and eat. I had the meatloaf because I had fried chicken yesterday. Round it out with greens and macaroni so cheesy and delicious, but the chicken was calling me. So I added two thighs so crispy and tasty wow! Need some pie with that? I walked away full and happy. Now get off the freeway and have some good food! read more

Unbelievable Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Mac and Cheese. If you are passing through on I-20. Do yourself a favor and stop here. Great food, Friendly Service. Authentic Family owned restaurants are so much better than the chains. read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Fried Chicken, Mac and Cheese, and Mashed Potatoes. - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

Fantastic. Country food done right. Nice people............................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

While traveling home we read reviews for Larkins restaurant and decided to give it try. Best home cooking I've had In a longtime. If you are near I-20 near York give this business a try. You would be glad you did. read more

The food is great! Also the staff and owner is also so kind. There is enough space to eat comfortably and always clean. Thank You! read more

Stopped in on my way back to the east coast while on I-20. Great food and even better staff. Definitely worth the stop for a good bite.

I stumbled upon a gem! On a road trip, headed up I-59 N and we had just missed all the food in Meridian and we just kept refreshing yelp and a 5 Star rating popped up, it was Larkin's! We were welcomed by the owners son, the entire staff was friendly and very helpful. I asked the young man what I should get as this is my first time there, he replied "the fried chicken is pretty good and Mac & cheese and the peach cobbler"...I soon learned he was being modest. I ordered a fried Chicken Breast, fried chicken thigh, Mac & cheese and a roll. Sweet tea to drink. Peach cobbler for dessert... Wow! Just wow! Every bite. When I opened the box I honesty didn't think I would finish my food...my box was empty at the end. The flavor in the breading for the chicken...amazing. I'm very picky about my Mac & cheese...amazing. The sweet tea was ON POINT! And the peach cobbler...just go ahead and do it, tastes just like grandmas. You can never judge a book by its cover (but all us foodies know it's the hole in the walls with the best food, no disrespect). I had the pleasure of meeting the owner when we were wrapping up in the parking lot and I was so happy because it always adds a personal touch when you get to know your customers and I could thank him in person for a wonderful meal. Not to mention, it wasn't even $10. If you ever find yourself in York Alabama or anywhere close, it's worth going out of your way. Wish nothing but success to Larkin's and hope to cross paths again ;) I hope I keep finding treasures like this on my journeys! #TREAM #EBGC read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Breast, Thigh, Mac & Cheese, Roll, Sweet Tea - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

Interesting little place. We were so out of our element, the owner had to explain the ordering process. One checks the daily menu(on the wall), decides what one wants and how much (1 or 2 sides), relays that information to the server, selects drink, pays, then eats. It seems like a cafeteria, which, the owner admits, is where he hot the idea. He purchased the equipment from the old high school cafeteria (they built a new one) and set up this restaurant 7 years ago. There are many tables inside, but the place really is like a community cafeteria. The constant flow of customers was mind boggling. Now, to the food! It's marvelous, down home comfort food. We had fried chicken (and went back for seconds), fried Catfish (seconds, too), Lima beans, mashed potatoes, and collard greens. They call the potatoes "loaded" because they are made creamy with milk, butter, and cheese (or so it seemed to me). The Lima beans (or butter beans, as the locals kept ordering) were also very soft and creamy. Delicious food at great prices. read more

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Go out of your way for this place, it will not disappoint. From the cornbread to the banana pudding everything here is amazing. The people are friendly, welcoming and kind. I'll be back every time I'm this way, you should too! read more

Headed home from Mobile, AL. We stop to see the family land. I wanted my boys to see where there family come from. After our family history lesson. We were looking for a place to eat before getting back on the road. Per Yelp this place was 5 stars. We were 0.8 miles away. Let's give it a try. It was a line of folks. Waiting to order. So we knew the food must be good! We had the fried chicken and fish combo. Our sides were Mac and cheese, greens, and yams. While waiting for our food. We chatted with the owner for alittle while. I mentioned my family and he knew of them. Down to the food. MAN OH MAN the fried fish was the BEST I've had. The breading and seasoning was on point. And the fish was sooooo fresh! It was fried to perfection. The chicken was equally as good! The sides were good as well. The banana pudding & sweet potato pie was great! For the four of us we spent $37. Nice price and great food! you are alright in my book! If you are ever in York please stop by Larkins! You won't be disappointed! read more

Wow, so good. Stopped here while road tripping from Boston to Houston with my dog Griffey. Crushed some fried chicken and mac & cheese and definitely lives up to the hype of all the other Yelp reviews. The staff was also very friendly and organized. One of the best finds of my trip and definitely recommend eating here! read more

Stopped in while driving past. I got some fried chicken, Mac and cheese and cornbread. Service was quick and very reasonably priced. Everything was good but not great. I probably wouldn't stop again but if you are in the area, give it a try. read more

Larkin's was great and they made feeding our basketball team really easy. Everyone enjoyed the fried chicken, Mac & Cheese and the Cheeseburgers we had. read more

If you're looking for a local spot, don't judge a book by its cover, we came on a Friday (they have a different menu each day of the week) we tried a little of everything, the fried chicken, fried fish, Lima beans, collard greens, Mac & cheese, loaded potatoes last but not least the peach cobbler! All AMAZING and blew our expectations! Soul food that fed the soul! Also they had adorable cats outside the front, the staff and even all of the customers were very friendly and all over a great spot! read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Fried fish, fried chicken, collard greens, Mac & cheese, cornbread, Lima beans, and loaded mash potatoes (delicious) - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

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Remember the scene in Ratatouille when Anton Ego, the food critic, ate the ratatouille and was transported back to his childhood? This place did that for me. Perfectly battered fish and chicken fried golden and crispy; super tasty mac-n-cheese smothered in cheddar; and the lemon cake was done oh so right...melted sugar poured over the top and soaked into the cake about an inch deep. (I never said it was a healthy place to eat) And everybody was "old south" friendly. Even our fellow customers were engaging as we waited in line to be served. If you want a place that is quick in, quick out, with excellent food and great people, and not too far off the interstate (2.5 miles, with one light) look no further than Larkin's. read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Fried fish filets, mac-n-cheese, and collards - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

A true gem of southern cuisine! Casual diner style with a warm welcome and perfectly fried chicken and fish. The lima beans, collard greens and Mac and cheese were heavenly. The service was prompt, thoughtful and kind. Shoutout to the father-son duo running the show- Bravo! Truly worth the stop! read more

Man, this food is so good. Northerners call it "Soul Food". In the South, we just call it food. Every time my job takes me this part of Alabama, this is my go-to place. Super friendly staff, fresh and hot southern staples. You have to get the Mac 'n cheese. Thank me later. read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

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Headed down I-20 and saw this place on Yelp....... DAMN this food is good. Real deal home cooking and super nice service and customers. Absolutely worth the stop. read more

My husband and I stopped at this place during our road trip from New York City to Northern California. One word - AMAZING. This place isn't very pretty, inside or out, but we were both pleasantly surprised. My husband had the large cheeseburger with everything on it and I had the two piece fried chicken (dark meat) with green beans and mac & cheese as sides. The chicken was crispy and juicy on the inside. Let's put it this way, I didn't get a picture of my food because it was gone before I thought of it. Absolutely delicious. The staff was super nice as well. My suggestion, do it! read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

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Incredible home style southern kitchen. My first time in Alabama, the staff was super nice. Menu is À la cart style and reasonable priced. read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Mac and cheese, collard greens, mashed potatoes and fried chicken - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

The Fried chicken was delicious!! The dessert was good too! Friendly service! Clean restrooms.

A little ways off the interstate but well worth the short drive. We had fried chicken, black eyed peas, chicken spaghetti, Mac n cheese, dressing with gravy. Absolutely amazing food!!! Taste like my grandmother made!!! The employees were super friendly and all seem happy to see us. If we come through here again we will be back! read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

Stopped in on the way from Texas to MD. The food was amazing, everyone was very nice, and the banana pudding was the best I can ever remember. We were lucky it wasn't so busy when we pulled in, because there was a steady flow of hungry people and the line was constant. read more

Fantastic! I heard about this spot on a news segment about the best hidden burger spot in each state. My father ordered the burger and I tried the hot plate offerings. Off the beaten path, not much to look at, but the food more than makes up for it. Phenomenal flavor, service is exceptional, and I will definitely be coming back! read more

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We always like to support locally owned places and look for good places "off the beaten path". We stopped in York while traveling. Owner was really nice and talked to us while we were eating outside because of virus restrictions. He asked where we were from and where we were headed. He said he's been there 8 years. Had a deli/grocery store previously that closed when Walmart came to town. They had a hot bar of fried chicken, baked chicken, spaghetti, with Mac and cheese, collard greens, black eyed peas, cornbread. Price was cheap and a good bit of food. Fried chicken and Mac and cheese were fresh and flavorful. Enjoyed the meal and the customer service. The baked chicken looked and smelled awesome and wish I had tried that as well. Check this place out if you're traveling on interstate 59/20 and are looking for good home cooked food. read more

Another Yelp gem! We were driving through on our way home and decided to go off the beaten path instead of grabbing fast food. Great decision! It was cafeteria style with a choice of a few different meats, sides and desserts. We went with fried chicken, Mac and cheese and banana pudding. All delicious. You can tell this is an obvious local favorite, too, as there was a steady stream of folks in and out the whole time we were there. Seriously, some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. You won't regret stopping. read more

Honestly the best fried chicken you'll find. Greens were perfect. I wish I would I would have gotten an extra side of mac n'cheese and the hummingbird cake(I thought I was getting carrot cake but it was better than that). The man I assume was the owner was overly nice as was everyone else that worked there. Will absolutely eat here again even though it was out of our way. Completely worth driving 3 min off the interstate. read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

Friendly staff, a gracious owner and fantastic food. Can't wait to go back and work my way through the menu. Today was chicken gizzards, cabbage, greens, and cornbread. read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Chicken Gizzards, cabbage and greens! - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

Do not miss this place, it's got a great feel. It's like have soul food at grandmas house. read more

Larkin's Restaurant & Deli - Delis Near Me - York, Alabama

the best food at a restaurant you can fine great people & service turkey wings macaroni and cheese good old school ice tea read more

We spent some time down in Mississippi this summer. On our way through the south we wanted some down home food. We came across Larkin's on Yelp and were elated when we did. Once we entered we were greeted and really felt that down-home hospitality. The food was prepared right in front of us and it was fast. We actually met Mr. Larkin, whose office is in the restaurant as well. I am happy to say that I truly loved everything about Larkin's and hope to get back soon! read more

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I am so happy to run across Larkin's Restaurant in York, AL for delicious food, I have missed over the years while living in Colorado. Born and raised in Huntsville, AL I've never tasted any better sweet potatoes, cabbage and banana pudding. The fried chicken and chicken salad were delicious as well. In these days and times, we can all use so comfort. As such, I'm grateful for the Larkin Restaurant food that's clearly made with love. read more

Stopped because we were close and hungry. Very homespun....that is to say good food hot and fresh. Nice to have such good quality from friendly folks priced right. I had a hamburger steak plate with black eyed peas n greens. It was all good!!! Almost didnt finish. Lots of food. My wife had two pieces of fried chicken n peas n greens too. She was stuffed. We will keep pn our list as we travel this route aboit 4 times a year read more

Excellent! Yelp hasn't let me down yet. Smothered in gravy pork chops, fried chicken, turnip green and corn bread were all some of the best I've ever had. I even liked the black-eyed peas and I never eat peas. The staff are super friendly too! If you are looking for modern, updated and pretty ambiance then this is not for you. If you like good food and good people then don't let the 2.5 mile drive off the interstate keep you from enjoying a good meal while traveling. read more

Great food! Went a little out of our way to eat here while traveling. I'm glad we did! Great greens, mac and cheese, potatoes, green beans, and corn bread. The owner is friendly and checked on us during our meal. We will return the next time we are on a road trip. read more

oh my goodness! If you drive past Larkin's you are truly missing out on some of the best food around. We stopped by on a Friday for fried chicken and baked turkey wings with all the fixings. The lunch specials change daily. I should have gotten a plate full of collards and nothing else! So, so good! Worth the short drive off the interstate. read more

Wonderful little place off the beaten path. Quick cafeteria style, great selection and excellent taste. Had the meatloaf platter and it did not disappoint. Instead of wasting time in the latest & greatest modern aesthetics, they pour their love & energy into good ole fashioned soul food that's worth the stop. read more

We were looking for something off the interstate besides the standard fast food choices and we're lucky to find Larkin's here on Yelp and it did not disappoint. We had a mix of baked and fried chicken and both were delicious. We had macaroni and cheese and mashed potatoes as our sides and again both were excellent. This place was well worth the few miles of travel off the interstate and the next time we find ourselves passing this exit, we will be sure to stop here again. read more

Delicious hole in the wall. I got there as soon as they opened, they have a 'short order' menu, and then a 'hot bar' that's like cafeteria style eating. We got meals from the hot bar and everything was so tasty. Pretty much like your mom made it. read more