Had been waiting for the perfect time to eat at Ray's at the Bank. Checked their website to see if…read morereservations were required due to it being Valentine's weekend with nothing posted that reservations were required. Waited an hour for them to open so we would be sure to get seated only to be turned away at the door because we did not have a reservation. Poor management!! We live over an hour away and did not get to experience their wonderful menu that was planned. Sadly disappointed and do not think we will return to give them an opportunity. I hope that no other couple had this experience there. I would have gladly made a reservation had it been posted on their website!!!

My husband saw this restaurant, about a mile from our hotel (Hampton Inn and Suites). I didn't…read morereview it as I was happy to let my husband choose for once. This is a quaint little restaurant that was nicely decorated for the Christmas holiday. We chose our table and were attended to immediately. There were two other tables of 5 and 4 customers when we arrived around 1:30 pm. I noticed they close at 3 and open again at 5 pm. The special of the day was red beans and rice with andouille sausage served with corn bread which my husband ordered. I was surprised because I was pretty sure he chose this restaurant because it had the word "ribs" on the menu. He said his beans and rice were a little bland and his cornbread was average. I tasted it and have to agree it could use more seasoning. I ordered the brisket platter which included two sides. I ordered cornbread salad and macaroni salad. The brisket was delicious served baked as two types of sauce were offered-red and yellow (mustard). I have to say I liked my brisket without the sauce. A slice of Texas toast was also on the platter. I offered some of the brisket and the toast to my husband so I can't comment on the buttered toast. I chose the cornbread salad because I had never heard of it. It was interesting. It was a cold salad that included crumbled cornbread, diced celery, onion, green pepper, corn, and I think pimento binded together with a light dressing and served in a scoop. The macaroni salad was plain ole southern elbow macaroni with a tangy mayo based dressing. Both salads were tasty and I enjoyed them. Good food but nothing that says I would drive out of the way to come here. Our server was working alone and was efficient as she waited the 3 tables, including serving wine and drinks from the bar. We took a pint of their smoked pimento cheese with us and had some of it for dinner with some sausage and crackers. It was tasty. We didn't get dessert here but noticed a bakery across the street that was calling our name..

Everything was GREAT. Huge portions, fast service, rural atmosphere. Can't say enough good things…read more Fried shrimp came as a dozen and huge. Brought more brisket than we could eat.

The food sucks since the Chef, Cappy, left. It's been one day and already see the decline, glad I…read morewon't be around to see what it looks and tastes like in a few weeks!

Had lunch during a recent conference and I ordered the cheddar bacon burger. The bacon was done to…read moreperfection and the burger overall was very good ..... Fries were very good as well. Service was friendly and attentive

Just had a couple breakfasts here, but looks like a really pleasant place for drinks and dinner…read more There was always live music wafting through the hotel lobby from Swampers each evening. Service efficient and really pleasant and helpful. Buffet scrambled eggs were the low point - clearly Industrial powdered eggs - but they'll happily make you fresh eggs or a great omelet. So long as you get good eggs, the bacon, sausage, gravy biscuits, etc from the buffet are breakfast worthy. Else order off the menu, it'll be a good plate of food as well. Probably the tastiest thing about any breakfast in Alabama will be the Conecuh sausage - If you're not already a fan, do give it a try (just order sausage in Alabama, it'll be Conecuh!). Wherever you travel, those local specialties are worthy of your attention.

The food was great/ great staff/ will for sure. Be back/ Seafood was the Freshest I have ever hadread more

Glad it went to non-smoking. The access is also very good in the parking is right beside the…read morebuilding. The menu is also very good with lots of selections.

Odetta was awesome for lunch. I had the fried chicken, and it was crispy, hot, and full of flavor…read more The sides were solid too, and everything came out fast. The place feels welcoming and easygoing. I'd definitely go back

The service was excellent and the food was very good! The fried crackers and pimento cheese was…read morefabulous.

Stopping through here to drop our dog off at a sitters while we take a vacation and searched for a…read moreplace to eat. Southern Grocery came up and it looked very interesting. We are SO happy to have found this place. Fun atmosphere with unique decor that is rustic, modern, hodgepodge and vibrant all meshed together. We ate in the main dining area, they have a large bar room with tables and a stage for live music. It's A beautiful exterior with a patio for outside relaxing and dining on both sides of the building. Our waitress was amazing. She was very friendly, knowledgeable of the menu items and very attentive. Made some great recommendations, too. Our food was delicious! We will definitely return on our next trip to the area!

I got the pork chop and it was the best I ever had. It was really delicious. We did not have to…read morewait long at all for the meal.

I went to lunch after a rough morning in court as a child welfare advocate. Not only was the river…read moreperfect, and the filet delightful, but Ellie was absolutely magical as a server. Simply wonderful experience from the time I got off the elevator to when I got back on to go back to the real world. Thank you Marriott! And Ellie deserves all the things!

The view is nice. It's a very cute set up with how everything operates. A great experience…read more The food was amazing. Our waitress was equally great. She mentioned she was a new server and honestly she did great!!