Great food, great attitude of owner. If you ever wondered about how good southern fried soul food…read morecan get. Here is where you need to stop. Don't be fooled by the parking lot or even when you walk in. If you came for good eats you have arrived

Stopped in on our way to Auburn for lunch and let me just say WOW!!! It's my birthday and I didn't…read morewant drive thru food so I found this place through reviews and they are ALL LEGIT! Crystal greeted us as soon as we walked through the door, explained the cafeteria style line and what they offered and how it all worked. Food was delicious and GREAT PRICES! #bestbirthdaylunch on a roadtrip to date. We will definitely stop back in anytime we are passing thru.

I was impressed with the food at this location. However, when we arrived, there were no desserts…read moreon the line. We sat down to eat enjoying each bite. The ambiance is jeans and t-shirt. The hostess was great

One of the things I look forward to when traveling to/through BFE is the oppty to stop into hole in…read morethe wall BBQ joint and sampling what's on the menu. Just so happens I was in Dawson and well, the pickings are pretty slim so it's not surprise this place jumped out at me immediately. The name is certainly no lie, it literally looks like a (rundown) farmhouse off the side of the main (?) road through town. Parking is plentiful, assuming you don't mind parking on unpaved and uneven ground. Certainly wasn't an issue the day I visited but I can imagine it'd be a pain if it were raining. Inside there appeared to be plenty of tables inside, along with a couple high tops and an odd bar type space to the right. Ordering was most pretty straight forward, and the girl taking my order was happy to point out the things they didn't have that day (brisket and a host of sides). Regardless, still a pretty decent lineup to order from including ribs, chicken and pork, along with some crazier options I didn't spring for (turkey leg and frog legs!). I ended up getting the rib plate and added a few extra bones, which they were quite accommodating on and just asked how many more I wanted. Taste wise they were quite good, great smoke, pretty meaty and I made quick work of them all. I elected for beans and potato salad for my sides, and while the beans were forgettable, the potato salad was pretty good. The sauce was ok, nothing too fancy and just a basic sauce that I ended up adding a bit of hot sauce to. All in all, a pretty solid place in the middle of nowhere. Don't know when, if ever, I'll be back but I wouldn't hesitate to drop back in again.

We decided to try this place considering the reviews and it didn't disappoint. We had the ribs and…read morepulled pork sandwich and both were really good. Their fried green tomatoes were sliced thin which helped keep them crispy. The serving sizes were plentiful and definitely worth the money. We definitely will be back when we drive through town again.

Gladys' Kitchen is a staple in the community, synonymous with Southern hospitality and comfort…read morefood--and they did not miss! From the moment we walked in, it felt like visiting your favorite aunt's house on a Sunday after church. The food was hot and fresh, and the staff was friendly and attentive. Everything was well-seasoned, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The dressing was a tad dry but still flavorful. The collard greens may have been cooked with pork, which I don't eat, so I didn't have them--but I did taste them. They were finely cut, well-seasoned, and definitely not from a can. As I was leaving, I was asked about my experience, and I later realized I was speaking with Ms. Gladys herself. She was sitting in the lobby, observing and ensuring that everyone had a great dining experience. I highly recommend this place for both the food and the hospitality. This feels like "down home"

We are from Arizona visiting our son. We stopped in at Gladys Kitchen for lunch on a Sunday. The…read moreline was long filled with locals which means it's a town favorite. The food was so delicious. We all got something different and all of it was tasty. The butter biscuit is a definite must try!

As good as Soul Food can be. We use to stop here about 6 times a year when traveling through now it…read moreis about once a year...and oh, how we miss it. We ordered two Meat & 2's and both consisted of A Big Fat Fried Chicken Breast, Black-Eyed Peas and Mac n Cheese. As always the chicken was cooked perfectly. Crispy on the outside with that perfect fried chicken skin and totally moist meat. The mac n cheese was very moist, not really runny and the texture was the perfect chew. No mushiness and no hard noodles. The black-eyed peas were out of this world good. They had a bit of spice in them and cooked good ole' Southern Style...cooked! We ate and ate until there was not more room. We gladly took our left overs for another wonderful meal. As we were leaving I said, oh, no "I forgot to take pictures. So I went and broke in line and took a couple of the cafeteria style food that everyone was so patiently waiting to be served. The staff works extremely hard. The restaurant is very clean. And the food is absolutely delicious. They do take togo orders and sometimes the line is out the door. They are closed on Saturdays. Highly recommend one try if in the area. Prices have remained relatively low while other places have increased their prices drastically. Our two meals which included drinks and tax was about $21. You can still buy a whole fried wing for under $2...it is $1.95.

How I love being at an event with a hot lunch! I was at Auburn U for an event and lunch was from…read morethis restaurant. I had the fried chicken plate with 2 sides and a roll. Also came with a huge wedge of cake. The chicken was very flavorful and fried well. The green beans were tasty as well. I wasn't a fan of the cake..a bit dry. And who doesn't love a creamy Mac n cheese. I had heard great things about the food here so I was glad I was finally able to try it. They lived up to their reputation.

Barb's is amazing! A little hole in the wall, nothing fancy, but the food is delicious! You can't…read morego wrong with anything from breakfast or dinner! Homestyle cooking at its finest! Grits made from scratch where all you need to eat is a spoon - perfect every time. This is our go to place every trip we make a trip to Eufaula! service is exceptional - Bernard is just a sweet person and if you are lucky, Ms Barb brings you your dish personally!

The service here is a little weird and jarring at first. I hadn't gone more than 10 feet through…read morethe door when I was asked "What'll you have to drink?" You just have to know the procedure, but it wasn't only me, a Northerner whose brain hadn't yet fully recalibrated for the local accent. Locals were confused too. Procedure is this: tell them your drink preference (I had water), pick up a tray, put it on the counter, pick out a main, three sides, a dessert, slide it down to the register, pay, and take it to your table. At that point do you begin eating? No! Remove your items from the tray and they come by and pick it up. Now begin! You may be thinking "Soup Nazi" from Seinfeld but I assure you it didn't feel that way. Just the quirky way they run the place. The waitress did warm up after I was there a while, came over to ask where I was from, etc. And to try to convince me to come back for breakfast! This is cafeteria style, with everything prepared ahead of time and kept warm on steam trays. So how do they keep that fried chicken so crunchy and delicious? Perhaps the best I've ever had, the batter so crunchy you could probably hear me eating from another room, assertively peppery, the large leg and thigh pieces perfectly cooked and juicy. (White meat also available.) My sides were lima beans, turnip greens, and yams. The highlight was the yams: super sweet but not in a bad way, balanced by good seasonings. The beans were fine, a bit salty. The only disappointment were the turnip greens, too finely chopped and overcooked. The portion sizes were decent. Also included is corn bread. Two choices: baked or fried. Never heard of fried so I tried that. Interesting but a little chewy and not so much corn flavor; next time I'd get the baked. Finishing this rather large lunch was a challenge for me but I managed, while taking in the local ambience. I saved the dessert for later. Dessert? Yes. I was also asked on ordering what I wanted for dessert. The only one that appealed was the red velvet cake (the others were a cobbler and bread pudding) so I got that. I assumed it was included but when I paid I saw it was not. $4; no big deal. It didn't look that good, a thin 1 inch slice tightly shrink wrapped on a paper plate. Looks were deceiving. The first time I actually liked red velvet cake, a light crumbly texture and cream cheese frosting that tasted of more than sugar. With the amount of frosting this tiny slice was quite filling and I'm glad it wasn't larger. All this for a little over $21. I think this was including tip but I'm not positive. Either way, great deal!

"Nothing Fancy" is the totally opposite of the food you'll get here! Everything was amazing!…read more Upon sitting down, you can usually go serve yourself at the little bar for their different pickles. They have bread and butter, spear, and spicy. The spicy ones are my favorite and really aren't too spicy but taste phenomenal. Because of COVID-19, you have to request the pickles and they bring them right to your table for free. Don't forget to get them! They're amazing! We had the Fried Green Tomatoes as an appetizer, and they were great and come with really good sauce. Here, they have all sorts of fried southern foods and seafood. I had the Cold Boiled Shrimp, with fries and cheese grits, it also came with hush puppies. Everything was amazing! The shrimp tasted surprisingly fresh. The only issue is that the food took about an hour, and people that came in after us were served their food before us. I had a party of 6, though, so I have sympathy. I highly recommend Nothing Fancy if you are passing through! It's the perfect restaurant and definitely the best in the area! I will visit again and again.

Food was cooked fresh to order. Fish and shrimp was awesome. The sides we're average. Service was…read moreexcellent.

If you're looking for home style Southern Cooking, Zaila's Place is a must try. A taste of this…read morefood will definitely evoke feelings of nostalgia...it's just like eating at grandma's! The "home of the $8 meal" Their prices are a huge bonus. The customer service is amazing (they greet customers by name #winning) and incredibly fast. Special shout-out to Tamia working the front counter. She worked to resolve a customer issue with absolute CLASS. It made me so proud to see a young, black woman handle conflict (or give correction) without humiliating another and making it an issue for everyone in the restaurant. A real BOSS!

Incredible catfish, the best fried chicken I've ever had. The best green beans I've ever had…read more Awesome okra. Amazing onion rings. Southern food at its best- and probably better than you've ever had. It's seriously delicious. Prices are great. The dessert at the end is the icing on the pound cake of these delectable dishes. Yummmm! Customer service was kind and caring. *There is a little bit of a wait to get your food, but you can't rush greatness. If you're in a hurry, I'm sure you can call ahead.

Food is greasy and gross. I had the party wings. Fried in old grease. It's just disgusting. The…read morerestaurant was dirty. The place needs to be updated. The tables were dirty. They should shut down for 24 hours to clean. Air conditioning is not working. They did have dirty fans going. The sweet tea would kill a diabetic. The unprofessional hands written signs (about using your cell phone)were tacky. My mom's food was disgusting. She did like the vegetables. Mostly, all food was fried. 0 out of 10, I do NOT recommend. On top of that, prices were outrageous.

Food was good people! As homemade as it can get right here! Can't wait to go back. We travel from…read moreFl a lot, I'm wanting to try the fried fish!

Went here after attending service at Marantha Baptist Church. This seemed to be a popular go-to…read moreafter service at the church, as I saw a lot of familar faces from the congregation and many of them had recommended the restaurant to us as well (or I guess not much is opened in the small town). The Silo is a small, meat and three, cafeteria-style restaurant, with a small, humble range of choices obviously cooked fresh. There really was only a plate option available with your choice of entree (fried chicken/meatloaf), 2 sides, cornbread, dessert (only pie that day), and sweet tea. The chicken was piping hot when we got it, tender and juicy but could've had a little more seasoning. The mac and mashed potatoes were decent, as well as the cornbread which had a nice bit of crust. I really liked the peanut butter pie I got, not too sweet and light enough to finish after a pretty heavy meal.

Honestly, it was just okay for me. We went on 10/14/18 after attending a Marantha Baptist Church…read moreservice. They were doing buffet style, they may do that all the time, not sure. For $9.95 you got, an entree (Fried Chicken Quarter or Baked Spaghetti), 2 veggies (MacCheese, Green Beans, Rutabaga, couple of others), Peach Cobbler, biscuit/cornbread, and tea. For a bakery, a DEEP south one at that, you would expect the cobbler to be really good...not so much. It was all edible, but something was off, perhaps it just wasn't seasoned enough. Like there wasn't any sugar or salt in anything. Everybody was super friendly, and these folks were FAST! The restaurant was clean and comfortable. It's one of the only food options in town, and the only thing available on this Sunday.