Mildred&#x27;s Restaurant

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9 years ago

I enjoyed our stop at Mildreds. Down home cooking and a buffet to boot. Tonight the buffet offered country style breakfast for dinner. Niki loves breakfast for dinner so she was psyched. If you could dream it they had it and it was all so good. Biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage, potatoes, peach cobbler, several salads, cheesy hash Browns, ice cream, and the list goes on and on. I got so full I almost didn't eat dessert. Come on we know I never miss dessert. Well be back! read more

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Troy W.

2 years ago

The best buffet ever. Home cooking. Always fresh. Killer Chicken! Salad, Dessert for like 11 bucks. Whaaaaat?? Worth the weekend drive. Do it!! Eat the chicken baby!! read more

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Tim G.

2 years ago

The food was disappointing. No flavor and lukewarm. Several items ran out during the first mad run of the crowd.

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L F.

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3 years ago

Nothing but great delicious good home cooked comfort food here. Fried chicken, fried fish, roast beef, Mac n cheese, mashed potatoes and more, everything is delicious. We will definitely be back. read more

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Darryl T.

5 years ago

A very nice hometown place. Friendly staff and great service. The food was fresh and tasted good but I wouldn't say it was great. The buffet selection was good but was a little on the small side as far as the number of items goes. read more

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Richard F.

3 years ago

Mildred's has very good southern cooking in a nice atmosphere. Relax and enjoy all the options. I do enjoy the fried chicken (something I don't normally eat) and the sides are mostly traditional and take me back to earlier days. Now, if only they would offer a Breakfast Buffet on the weekends. read more

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Cj W.

3 years ago

We drove out to Ardmore to visit Mildred's on the advice of a local friend. Pinto bean salad! We will be back! read more

Mildred's Restaurant - Granny served us! Very hospitable and charming. - Southern Near Me - Ardmore, Alabama

Mildred's Restaurant - Pinto bean salad! Sounds terrible but one of their signature dishes. delish! And the recipes online do not do it justice. Not the same. - Southern Near Me - Ardmore, Alabama

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Todd P.

2 years ago

I am not from the south. I grew up in the mid west and live in the western US. I have always wanted to experience the "Southern Cooking" everyone talks about. I was just driving back to Nashville and happened upon Mildred's on the way and stopped in for lunch. It was the best meal I think I have ever had. The fried chicken was out of this world. Everything was amazing. It is possibly the best meal I have ever had. And what was even more unbelievable was the whole meal was under $14.00. Proving that just because it costs a lot, doesn't make it any better. read more

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Meghin D.

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Lunch buffet with fried chicken, collards, Mac and cheese, and tons of more options. It's good, it's good like grandmas kitchen on a Sunday after church but without the clean up. If you get there early you won't have to wait for a seat however they will not seat you until your entire party has arrived. The city ham is really good on a yeast roll if you like that kind of thing (I love it) and the chicken and dressing is just like my mamaw makes. Fried chicken is where it's at, super crunchy on the outside and juicy/moist on the inside. The Mac and cheese is creamy and cheesy. The greens (collards or turnips) are so delicious. They have an amazing salad bar as well, and about two hot desserts and ice cream(soft serve). Overall this place is great, if you are passing on I-65 and get off at the Ardmore exit and want some country cooking check it out. Or if you are within a 30-45 min drive from Ardmore definitely check it out. You won't regret it! read more

Mildred's Restaurant - Sunday Lunch Buffet 11/6 chicken and dressing, ham, fried chicken. Yum!! - Southern Near Me - Ardmore, Alabama

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Xavier H.

4 years ago

Good food. Nice atmosphere. Best buffet to go to in the area. Went on a Sunday after church. Kinda busy but worth the wait. Will definitely be back soon. read more

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Samara B.

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10 years ago

I am not a fan of buffets. Generally I stay far away from buffets. We rolled in to Mildred ' s and I was expecting to order off the menu, however when we got there, a patron next to us heard me asking about the buffet. He said to us, there are 4 types of pork on the buffet, you can't beat that. I was sold. Tonight was breakfast for dinner. Fried chicken, bacon, sausage, city ham and country ham, plus eggs, gravy, biscuits, fried apples and the best hash brown casserole I have ever had. (Sorry mom.) Then the other patron turns to me and asked if I tried the chocolate gravy. The what?!? No seriously, this is like a warm chocolate pudding like gravy that you put on biscuits. It was good. Strange but good. Overall, the service was good, the food was really good and the bathroom was clean-- this is important on a road trip. Stop by for some southern home cooking. read more

Mildred's Restaurant - Signage - Southern Near Me - Ardmore, Alabama

Mildred's Restaurant - Outside - Southern Near Me - Ardmore, Alabama

Mildred's Restaurant - Buffet - fried chicken & bacon - Southern Near Me - Ardmore, Alabama

Mildred's Restaurant - City ham, country ham & sausage - Southern Near Me - Ardmore, Alabama

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Doug D.

3 years ago

Great food and a great price! Recommend this down home place to everyone! Good people! Friendly read more

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Tamela T.

2 years ago

We are from SC and during a trip we happened upon"Mildred's"!!! The best fried chicken and pork chops ever!!! Great assortment of country cooking on the buffet. Everything is homemade and delicious. All of the staff is very friendly and efficient. They treat you like family. Wish we could take you to SC with us. Shout out to Granny, you are the best read more

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Michele G.

5 years ago

My boyfriend and I have been living up North for the past few months and came down to visit family. We were starved for southern style cooking and this place hit the spot. Fried catfish, chicken, green beans, mac and cheese, rolls, and peach cobbler... Everything was so so good. Constant refills on the sweet tea (Oh how I've missed sweet tea) and friendly service. Love a southern style buffet and this was constantly being filled with food fresh from the kitchen. We'll definitely be back! Thank you for great food and great service! read more

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Bob D.

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4 years ago

Great service! Friendly and helpful staff. Awesome fried catfish and chicken. Very extensive selection usually 4 or more meats. Several selections for vegetables usually 2 different breads and good salad bar. Pretty good deserts and ice cream. Food bar is constantly being refilled with fresh items especially since place is very very busy. Prices are also very good. read more

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Jessica W.

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4 years ago

We stopped in off the interstate, Sunday at a few minutes past noon. Rush hour at Mildred's. Because of traveling we got our food to go. The food was fresh and hot. The food was great! Home-cooked, Southern with all the fixings. After we checked out and I asked for silverware/ napkins we were told they were out. This was a disappointment just because it meant adding additional stops to our trip. I am bringing it up to hopefully bring attention to the owners to save others travelers the hassle. read more

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Steven D.

3 years ago

Enjoyed lunch there. Lots of food. Just get in line when they bring out the chicken. It goes quickly!

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Paul C.

3 years ago

Good honest food, rustic charm, relaxed atmosphere, good service always refreshing your drink

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Alain M.

3 years ago

Good country food in an all you can eat buffet. Very friendly staff. I had catfish, cabbage, mashed potatoes and baked pears.

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B.C. C.

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First time at this restaurant. The food was spot on, good comfort food. The service was very friendly and attentive. No complaints here! read more

Mildred's Restaurant - Banana Pudding - Southern Near Me - Ardmore, Alabama

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Jennifer R.

4 years ago

Super good, we stopped on a long trip based solely on Yelp reviews and were really pleased. The kids have already asked to stop on way back

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Briana S.

4 years ago

The waitresses are always very sweet. The buffet seems to always be stocked and the food is good. The chicken is the best!

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Michael C.

4 years ago

It was after 1pm with the parking lot packed. ...and there were seven state trooper cars in the parking lot. What better prima facie evidence could there be that the food was good? I walked in, was directed to a table. I sat down and told my server that this was my first time there. People at THREE different tables told me what I needed to eat. The fried chicken and the fried pork chops were amazing. I was underwhelmed by the chicken and dumplings. The veggies were fresh. ...and that house made banana pudding, tho. That stole the show. My meal, including drink came to just over $10. I'm up that way about once a month. I'm going back. read more

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Richard V.

3 years ago

Came here the other day for a late lunch. Fish was very good, but just warm. Buffet was clean with a lot of choices. Most of the choices were pretty darn good wit a couple of duds. But that's true of any Buffet. Fried green tomatoes were excellent as was the chicken. Its a great place overall, check it out. read more

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Wendy C.

7 years ago

We stopped here on our way to Nashville. The building calls you from the road and really hints at some good country cooking. Full parking lot is always a good sign too. This is a small country buffet. It looks like the menu items change daily. We had chicken and dumplings, fried chicken, ham, coleslaw, catfish, pulled pork and so much more. Grabbed a little of everything but the chicken and dumplings were our favorite. Every staff member we encountered was very friendly. Not too far for us to come back another time. Looking forward to another trip. read more

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27926 Main St
Ardmore, AL 35739
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(256) 423-7272
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Hours

What time does Mildred's Restaurant open?

Mildred's Restaurant opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Mildred's Restaurant close?

Mildred's Restaurant closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Mildred's Restaurant closes at 3:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 10:30 AM - 8:00 PMSun 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Mildred's Restaurant take Bitcoin?

No, Mildred's Restaurant does not take Bitcoin.

Does Mildred's Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, Mildred's Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Mildred's Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, Mildred's Restaurant does have catering options.

Does Mildred's Restaurant have a drive thru?

No, Mildred's Restaurant does not have a drive thru.

Does Mildred's Restaurant serve alcohol?

No, Mildred's Restaurant does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Mildred's Restaurant allow dogs?

No, Mildred's Restaurant does not allow dogs.

Does Mildred's Restaurant have TVs?

No, Mildred's Restaurant does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mildred's Restaurant have bike parking?

Yes, Mildred's Restaurant has bike parking.

Does Mildred's Restaurant have outdoor seating?

No, Mildred's Restaurant does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Mildred's Restaurant have parking?

Yes, Mildred's Restaurant has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Mildred's Restaurant wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Mildred's Restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Does Mildred's Restaurant have free WiFi?

No, Mildred's Restaurant does not have free WiFi.

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