We decided to visit Mary's Southern Cooking based on other reviews.....wow! If you want a good home-cooked meal with generous portions and extremely polite staff, this is your place! Everyone was very polite and welcoming, our waitress KiKi is very attentive and pleasant and the restaurant is extremely clean. My mom and I split this for lunch and we had leftovers!! Everything was seasoned perfectly!!! Go try Mary's!!!! read more

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My sister, mother and I had dinner at Mary's this afternoon and were so full of comfort food when we left! We all 3 ordered veggie plates to share family-style. Their portions are enough for at least 3 people. The choices were many and hard to make, but we had perfectly seasoned green lima beans and field peas with snaps, succotash with tomatoes and corn and okra, creamy red beans, and all 3 of us got the mac and cheese. Because who wants to share their mac and cheese? Not this girl! It is so exceptional. Everything was really yummy, but the mac and cheese was the best! The people who work there are all sooo pleasant and friendly. We ate in their dining room, and it was spotless and clean. I kinda wanna keep this a secret (although I've heard they get really busy sometimes), but y'all should really give Mary's a try if you like REAL southern comfort food. read more

This is one of the best places I have been across several states. The fried chicken was juicy and the crust was crunchy. The red beans and rice were amazing , and the corn bread was delicious. I thought that the mac was going to be out of this world, but I forgot that some places like peppery (lots of black pepper) mac. This is one of such locations. If you like peppery mac, this is the spot. I also saw delicious pork chops that I will try whenever I am back. read more

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Great soul food buffet restaurant.. my car needed a jump last time I was there n they even jumped my car off

I only give three stars now because the sides were still good ! But the gravy and pork chops were ok I wouldn't buy again. And i came to see if it was true what the ppl were saying that it's nasty now or fell off and i have to agree with the fell off 100% but service and environment absolutely welcoming and I'll be back for sides only!! read more

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I didn't have a great feeling about this place. But, my wife wanted to try it, so... First off, it's NOT AYCE. Even though it's pricier than similar restaurants that ARE AYCE. Secondly, you get your food in a box with plastic utensils. No real plates. No real silverware. We paid a little over $50 for two people for lunch with no dessert and one drink. That's pricey for lunch. I must admit, the food was good. My wife said the fried chicken was excellent and my pork chop was as good as any I have had. The sides were all better than average. So, the food kept it from being a total bust. I did saw a hole through my pork chop, with my PLASTIC KNIFE, that also went all the way through my styrofoam box - so that was a big mess on their table. (That could have been avoided with a real plate.) Summary: very good food. Overpriced. Served in a box. Staff was polite and accommodating. For $50 a couple can have lunch at much nicer places. But - I have nothing bad to say about the food. You decide if this is for you. It's not for us. read more

Get over here and patronize this place. It is literally so good, no words can explain.

We really didn't have a taste for anything in particular but after seeing the positive reviews and the actual menu for the day, we decided to give Mary's Southern Cooking a try. It wasn't far from the hotel we were staying for the night. Once we arrived we were met with a long line that was stalled a bit. We went with the fried pork chop (1), fried chicken (he wasn't too crazy about the seasoning), dressing w/ & w/o gravy, macaroni and cheese, cabbage, lima beans and yams. There is plenty of available space to dine-in but we did takeout. Overall, we were glad we stopped by and would try again. read more

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Well, since I am traveling, and on my way to meet, Family decided I have a little food with my brother and his wife. So we looked up what was in the area and we chose this really really quaint barbecue spot out of the way is sincerely Alabama. The food is so good. Everything I had was delicious now if you don't like pork, you're gonna have to order something off the menu, but on the buffet, they have a few selections of pork dishes that looked really appetizing and my brother and his wife said that it was really really good. The sweet tea was perfect as it should be since we were in the South and our servers were attentive and so friendly we were greeted with a smile and told us that we could sit anywhere and it has been such a pleasure. Y'all need to come on down here and check out the spot. You will not be sorry everything I had was on point. read more

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Amazing food and services.... Can't wait to visit again Chicken wings and rib plate.... Thee whole rib with the tips green beans and mashed potatoes slapped... read more

Mary's Southern Cooking - Chicken wings and rib plate.... Thee whole rib with the tips green beans and mashed potatoes slapped... - Soul Food Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

It's a hit or miss if the actual items on the menu are available, if so you're in for a treat. The food is priced on the higher side, if you want soul food it's a good option. read more

It's still good at the new location! We tried the fried chicken, special chicken and the pork chops. Fried chicken honestly wasn't fantastic. The fried pork chops were easily the best entree we picked with a light, crisp coating seasoned perfectly. Mary's special chicken is delicious but I wanted more sauce. Sides were all decent. I prefer my lima beans with chunks of ham, but hers were nice. Mac and cheese could have been a bit creamier and broccoli rice casserole was pretty good. Yams were outstanding, we all loved those. Cornbread didn't even need extra butter, it was that good. An entree and three sides plus cornbread ranges from $15-$18ish depending on what you order. It's enough food for two people to share, or one person to bring home leftovers. Portions are really generous. The line was backed up when we got there and doubled back toward the front door. It took a good 40 minutes for us to just get through the line. Luckily, we had nice people to chat with while we waited. The main reason for the backup seems to be that they had one man serving entrees and one man serving sides. This would have been fine, but it looked like they were filling more to go orders than in person orders, so everyone in line was waiting while the to go orders were filled first. I wouldn't wait in that line again. read more

This place makes me want to move to Alabama lol. My husband and I stopped off here a year ago during our cross country drive to our new home. And we were heading to NOLA and saw this was on the way again so had to stop. Mary Mary Mary! The food here is sooooo good. Full of flavor and you can tell it was made with love. I recommend everything on the menu but my favorite is the grilled pork chop. Best pork chop I've ever had. Mary remembered us from a year ago which was nice. (We love to be remembered). They will be moving locations soon. (I posted the address in the photos) read more

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Every morning I see Charles from Mary's Southern cooking post a video on Facebook about what the menu item is that day and he makes me so hungry. I tried two times in a row to go to their new location on Airport Boulevard but the line was just too long. I could not waitthis time. The line was short and I bought three meals. $18.99 a plate which includes a meat and three sides and a cornbread read more

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Excellent food excellent service. They give you a ton of food. Such a great experience!

I recommend if you're flying into Mobile and driving to downtown! The food reminded me of a home-cooked meal. The people were also very kind, even adding to customer's portions without calling attention to it. The kool-aid was a throwback treat and it was easy to pick up this meal after a long day of travel. Baked chicken: Fell off the bone! Salty, soft, delicious. Collards: Great! Look out for bones lol. Corn bread: So homey, I loved that you could taste the butter that lined the cupcake sheet. Mac and cheese: I would've like more creaminess, but it's a personal preference. Sweet potatoes: Consider this dessert! I recommend, especially if you're looking for soul food. read more

Mary's Southern Cooking - Baked chicken (dark meat) fell off the bone! I appreciate that they added an extra leg and wing, free of charge. - Soul Food Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

Every-time my ship comes in town I gotta go get me a plate. The Oxtails(tender baby )and Yams are a must Everytime.The smothered bake chicken & Mac was decent. I wasn't a fan of the Lasagna though. read more

We are new to the area and decided to do an early dinner pickup. We have been searching for some good cornbread dressing and we definitely found it here! Other than that, the food was just ok. The fried chicken is pretty good. The turkey wings are pretty good too. The cabbage had a certain taste that I cannot place that I just didn't care for. The mashed potatoes seemed instant - my chef husband agreed. I really didn't care for the Mac & cheese. We really wanted to like this place. At least we know where we can find some dressing! read more

Mary's Southern Cooking - Turkey Wings Special (Sunday Only) - Soul Food Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

We were greeted well, served well, food on point ain't missed nuthin, kool-aid bomb dot com. Service, food everything NICE!!

Probably the best soul food I've ever had! Reminds me of my mom's cooking, and then some! Great service and hospitality. Definitely give them a try! read more

I originally wanted the smothered pork chops but they were out. So I asked for fried pork chops topped with gravy and it was just as good!! Service was excellent. If you ain't been then you are missing out . read more

Awesome food and friendly service. I had the famous Friday oxtail - very tender, and the sauce is perfect with the mashed potatoes or rice. Excellent selection of homestyle veggies. Everyone in our group was happy with their selections. I'm sure we'll be back! read more

THOUSAND PERCENT YEEEESSSSS!!!!! GET DOWN HERE LAST YEAR!!! True down home southern cooking. It is NOT canned. Get ready to get down with your fork! FANTASTIC FLAVOR. Your tastebuds will be in heaven. A plethora of choices. While you may think the prices are a tad expensive...ranging $12-$19...TRUST ME....you WILL get two meals out of it. These folks mean business in doing business right. This one business who ABSOLUTELY DESERVES your business. For reference, I work for myself, always have. I believe in supporting others who do things the right way. These folks don't let you leave without treating you like family. Your hard earned dollars will be well spent here. Pics to follow. read more

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Do you remember being a kid, staying at your grandma's house, playing in the yard all day and coming in when it got dark to a big plate of food that just made you feel like it was made with love? That's what this place gives. The food legitimately put me in a in a place of joy. The service made you feel like family. 100/10. If you don't try Mary's you're missing some happiness in your life. read more

If you haven't been sleeping well, then take yourself to Mary's and get you a plate of your granny's favorites. I just woke up from my coma and whew!! That food was sooooo good!! Yea, I could cook my own meals but these artisans are professionals. read more

Mary's Southern Cooking - Mary's chicken, dressing and gravy, cabbage and Mac & Cheese - Soul Food Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

The pralines taste awesome. I was really in luck! The pork chops are so crispy and tasteful if you get them fried! The baked chops with onions can be so tender as well! read more

We went and bill was $66 for two adults and a 5 yr old Too expensive $25 for one piece of meat and three sides nah I'm good

This was a gem while in undergrad at South and it continues to hold the crown for best soul food. I'm from Birmingham and there is nothing like Mary's around. The staff is always super pleasant and friendly. The restaurant is clean and the portion sizes are great. We typically get it our food to go and enjoy at home. The star of the show will forever and always be the lovely candied yams. Boy do I miss this place Sunday after church. I am thankful that I was able to reunite with Mary's during Mardi Gras. My parents finally tried and loved their dishes. I'm not big on ordering spaghetti at restaurants but Mary's did a great job. This will always be a place I visit when in town! Keep up the fabulous work and great food! read more

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I visited with my parents and family from out of town. It was also my first time going but the food was phenomenal. The staff was very courteous and quick. Everyone had a great attitude. We had to wait for more pork chops but it didn't take long and they kept us updated on the progress. The only thing that would make this place better is inside seating. Other than that, I enjoyed it and will definitely return. They also give so much food that you can eat off of it for 2 days. 10 outta 10 read more

I was truly emotional after eating Mrs. Mary's food. Every bite was filled with incredible flavor and love. I ordered the mac and cheese, cabbage, cornbread muffin, and yams, and it was absolutely soul-stirring. Took me wayyyy back. Mrs. Mary and Her Restaurant is a national treasure of Mobile, Alabama, and this is a must-visit. I will definitely be back. - Ms. Kitchen read more

12/16/2025. BBQ chicken was just baked meat with uncooked sauce slathered all over it. VERY messy to eat! Meat flavor was only so-so. 3 sides: green beans were not bad just overcooked with the soggy drab look as was the cabbage. Neither very flavorful. Succotash was a sorta soupy mix of corn, english peas, green beans with a few scattered very small bits of carrots in a weak tomato soup base. The overall taste was poor with that "old refrigerator" flavor foods have when previously stored there. I ate almost half of it but couldn't handle the rest. The yellow corn muffin looked good, well cooked but it was hard, very crumbly and very dry inside. It was probably pretty good when it was fresh cooked yesterday morning. Given the meal cost over $16 before tip with no drink, will not stop at Mary's again. I respectfully did not complain to the staff but someone needs to know this stuff!!! read more

My mom & I came here for lunch & let me tell y'all, if you haven't been, Go! We were greeted by the fabulous, non-stop, checking on everyone, greeting everybody, smiling, very personable, Missy. Felt like we knew her as soon as we walked in the door. Charles, got our food together & he was a charming gentleman, y'all. We also had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Mary herself. She was greeting every table & speaking to everyone. Lovely lady with a beautiful smile. The food.......oh my GOODNESS! Mom had the baked pork chops, collard greens, succotash, & speckled lima beans. I had the baked chicken, candied yams, mac & cheese, collard greens & we both got a cornbread muffin. (I think I may have had a dream about those candies yams.) EVERYTHING was DELICIOUSLY SCRUMPTIOUS! I don't know how else to put it other than that! The seasonings, the portions, (you will have leftovers,) everything is worth getting up & going. Take your out of town company there. Take everybody there! read more

I live in California and I saw this place on TikTok, been dreaming of coming ever since. When I finally get there the options are slim. No fish, no shrimp, no ribs, no cabbage, about five sides and only one option for cake. I got the turkey necks, and they were delicious! NGL. I also got greens (very bland), Lima beans (also bland but I still liked them), red beans (not a fan), green beans (were ok, had an unusual flavor but not bad), candied yams (very good). I was surprised to see the veggies weren't cooked with some type of meat. I forgot to take pictures before I ate, I was distracted. read more

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SO FREAKING GOOD!!! Walked in and let them know it was my first time. Warmly greeted, had the process explained and then the fun began! Picked the fried chicken and it was juicy, well seasoned, and incredible. My 3 sides were Mary's collards, Mac and Cheese, and dirty rice. All three sides were amazing!!! But those collard greens!! Come on now! My server could not have taken care of me any better! Very attentive and friendly!! Then the queen herself came to my table! I was so surprised! We had a lovely conversation. Only 4 more days in Mobile but I will have one more of Mary's fine meals!! read more

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Best fried chicken ever! Real corn bread. Excellent squash and cabbage. Personalized service. Genuine southern food and southern hospitality! read more

Very good down home fare. The cost is good because the portions are huge, the staff are super friendly. Looks like they have daily specials. Enjoy read more

Amazing food at a great price with great people. First time here. I will be back every time I am in Mobile.

Delicious food and good service. They have a great menu with plenty of variety. Try it! You'll like it!

Really solid southern cooking. Pretty good selection of food. I like the location of this place and will be back.

I was in Mobile on business and found this place from searching online. Great experience! The food was delicious! The ribs were tender and had a great flavor. The dressing was definitely home made. The green beans were amazing. The candied yams were sweet, tender and flavorful. The service was extremely friendly! Mrs. Mary was very sweet and welcoming. I'll definitely be back!! read more

Mary's Southern Cooking - Candied yams - Soul Food Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

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