We came back even though I wasn't impressed with the food the first time. Unfortunately, I liked…read moreit even less this time. I thought everything was dry, and everything seemed to have the same seasoning mix on it, and it's not a taste that I enjoyed. I tried the baked chicken because I knew I didn't like the fried chicken, and I just didn't enjoy it. The mashed potatoes were really dry. The mac and cheese was ok, but again, dry. I'm a yankee, but I've lived in the south for 40 years, and I like Southern cooking, but I do think this food is probably more appreciated if you're from around here.

I was a little concerned about going into the restaurant. Got there early. The few people there…read morelooked a little rough. But as the crowd grew, was very family oriented. Food was very good. A little more grease and salt than I prefer. But they don't claim to be a health food store. Had good selection, and brought fresh food out quickly. Service was very friendly also.

Came here on my way to the airport. I've been before but it's been years. They have an extensive…read moremenu and it was cheap. I got a veggie plate to go and it was only $12 for 4 sides. I got cornbread and a drink as well and waited for less than 10 minutes. Customer service was good ti myself and others from what I saw. The portions were huge and I had enough for two meals. Candied yams were good and so was the max snd cheese. I'll definitely be back when I'm in town. It's in a strip mall but definitely not the easiest to find.

I've been coming to Sweet Mama's for a couple of years every time my husband and I visit…read moreJacksonville, so I was a little disappointed with this visit. The pork chop looked good, but it didn't seem seasoned, and there wasn't enough gravy on it to really be considered smothered. My husband's soda also had a strange aftertaste, which wasn't pleasant. On a positive note, the sides were absolutely delicious. The sweet potatoes, butter beans, rice, and cornbread were all flavorful and enjoyable. That's honestly what saved the meal for me. I know every restaurant can have an off day, and because we've had great experiences here in the past, we'll definitely give them another chance. This visit just wasn't up to the standard we've come to expect from Sweet Mama's.

Yep. We stopped by after visiting the swamp and saw the amazing reviews. It's like eating at your…read moregrandmas or aunties house. The family ate every bite. Got some of everything and it was gone. Cooked to order, so a little of a wait but well worth it. Support local small businesses and eat here!

There needs to be a line out the door for this southern goodness! I waited too long to come here…read morefor the best southern cooking in town. The pork is fabulous and the staff is even better. Desserts are great, especially the strawberry cake. We will definitely be back!

Had such a beautiful time celebrating my dad's birthday here over lunch. The lunch specials were…read moreabsolutely delicious--comforting, flavorful, and made with so much care. You can really feel the soul in the food. The service was warm and attentive, and the atmosphere felt welcoming and genuine. It made the whole moment feel special and memorable. We'll definitely be back.

When I had a work trip for Jacksonville, I asked both my boss who was from Jacksonville and the…read moreoffice employees where they'd recommend to eat; this location was overwhelmingly suggested. Many recommended oxtails, which I had never tried since I've eaten mostly vegetarian for 10+ years of my life. My doctor has suggested reintroducing some meat to see how I can tolerate with digestive disorders, so I figured give this location and oxtails a chance! For lunch one day, another coworker who traveled from Phoenix with me decided to go to lunch here. She ordered the daily special meatloaf with collared greens and said they were pretty average. She previously had someone bring in lunch from this location, and she remarked the pork chops were very delicious. Likely a case of ordering the wrong item; as another coworker mentioned the baked chicken wasn't that spectacular. What I've learned? When you dine soul food, you don't mind calories. My oxtails were delicious and fell off the bone. It reminded me of pot roast on the flavor and tenderness. Very hearty and filling. I also had the mac n cheese, which to be expected from a soul place, was divine! I found myself wishing I didn't go with a vegetable (broccoli) and did double Mac n cheese. Food for thought for a next visit if I'm sent to Jacksonville again for work as this location is only about 6 miles from the hotel/work office. If you are looking for soul food, give this location a try. It is styled like a cafeteria for lunch, so we didn't find the ambiance as relaxing as other places we went. The staff was pretty friendly and appreciate them offering a side recommendation, though shocked they said broccoli or corn as their favorite. Nonetheless, a great soul food stop if you are in the mood.

If I could give them 10 stars I would. 1st time out here and we will most definitely return. The…read morechicken was crispy, hot, moist, flavorful, just overall amazing! We tried collard greens, string beans, mashed potatoes and fries. All the sides were ridiculously delicious. Seasoned to perfection and so fresh. My only complaint would be the cornbread fell apart, that being said, it was still delicious as well. Perfectly sweetened and not dry at all. I cannot wait to taste the other items they habe here. Missed taking pictures because we devoured everything while burning our mouths

Great experience and the food was on point. Will definitely be going back again. The young lady at…read morethe counter was very pleasant.

My wife and I came to this hidden treasure tonight with another couple who had never been before…read more Just like every previous time we have been, everything was great. Chef Jerome and his staff make everyone close family members and serve every customer like they are royalty. The wheelchair platter is the best and the amount of food is amazing. If you leave hungry it's your fault. Hands down my favorite place to go eat.

The best fried chicken cooked in fresh grease. One plate is enough for two people really. If you…read morewant truly local Seafood, he's got it and he would never consider selling a farmed shrimp unlike other local restaurants. The whole place is deliberately divish; it runs off the snooty racist people and leaves the nice ones

We were visiting St Simon's and a friend recommended that we stop here. Well, I couldn't be happier…read morethat we took her advice as we stopped once for lunch and got takeout for dinner two days later. The sliced brisket sandwich was piled high with tender delicious brisket. Loved the spicy sauce and the side of mac and cheese was also delicious. We got takeout of smoked turkey, baked beans and potato salad. What a dinner! The turkey was phenomenal as were the sides. I only wish they weren't 1000 miles away.

UPDATE YOUR WEBSITE!!!!!!!…read more The website states at the very top of the first page that "summer hours closes at 8"!! yes yelp hours said 7 but I usually trust the establishments own website as be more accurate However, I showed up at 7:20 and was told it was closed and that they close at seven. very unprofessional! Marketing 101 for retail establishments........ make sure you're operating hours are accurate on your website!!!!

Hole in the wall spot, but don't judge a book by its cover!…read more Some of the best southern cooking you'll ever experience here; the fried green tomatoes and mac and cheese were to die for. Turkey club was great also. Definitely come hungry! Great spot!

Down home cooked meals with great in depth menu Hardest…read morething is getting a seating Always crowded since it is so good!

A bit pricey but overall the food is good, there's a GA tax & a St Simons tax as well as a credit…read morecard fee on each item. If you do eat there save room for the chocolate stuff it's rich but oh so good.

So I come back a month later, sat at the bar just like last time. This time I ordered the she crab…read moresoup absolutely delicious wow is all I can say. But unlike last time the dude at the bar charges me for the freaking bread, WTF. Last time I was there they didn't charge for the bread so I had to redo my score to a 3 just so it hurts you a little bit. Look man I don't make a lot of money I'm not on vacation 15 bucks for lunch is a lot for me, and you charged me for the fricking bread. Oh yeah and on your website says the soup is $10.95 and you charged me $11.95 and $1 for the bread that's why you got a lousy 15% tip. I would've tipped you 30% I get it, if I would ask for extra bread you could charge but what if I didn't even like that pumpkin bread man if you're gonna charge for the bread then say hey what would you like in your basket since I'm gonna charge you. Well I won't be coming back again either forget the shrimp and grits I'm over it. G