We ordered off the senior menu. My wife's chicken strips were very good. I had the blackened catfish which was excellent. The sides were very good, I had the red beans and rice and the Cole slaw which was very good. My only complaint was the portions. I could have easily finished my meal when I was a teen/20 something football player. But, REALLY, I'm a "senior"- I'm stuffed! Great service; family friendly atmosphere. Definitely recommend! read more

What a great 5-star experience! Passing through on I-40 from California to North Carolina, we decided to give this place a try. Wow were we blown away by the amazing food and the very generous portions. Fried pickles are very high quality and the shrimp po boy sandwich was delicious as well. Keisha was our waitress and provided excellent service. THANK YOU!! read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Shrimp Po'Boy - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

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What an amazing experience. They had great portion sizes and their prices were decent. I ordered their fried fish, grilled shrimp with their hush puppies. Their batter is a compilations of seasonings and spices - it was perfect. It was light yet had substance to it. Their shrimp was beefy and fresh. I'd come back again. read more

Very descent seafood. Prices are descent as well. Are here twice and were very satisfied. read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Menu - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

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We came as an adult family of four. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The owner welcomed us straight away and sat us at a table for four, but it felt cramped so I asked to be moved to the 6-seater, which she happily did.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were handed menus and since I hadn't looked at the menu beforehand online I was pleasantly surprised to see it was a fish/seafood/chicken establishment. Oysters were on the menu, and since I had not ever had oysters I asked to try one before I ordered, and they accommodated me nicely! (They have both raw and fried; i chose the fried.) It was deliciously lovely so I ordered the 8-count. And since we were new they gave each of us extra food! It was so nice. The staff were wonderful, making sure we had all we needed. I will definitely be back. This was such a beautiful experience, from the moment we stepped in the door until we left. read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Fried oyster that they made me as a sample, and it was delicious. - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

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So much food. The portions were huge. The Crawfish Po Boy was delicious. Could have fed three of me. Friendly staff. Great menu selection. read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Crawfish Po Boy. - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

This place is the best with taste, service and price. I will return as a satisfied customer, and tell all my friends about it.

I will say this restaurant is excellent. Catfish is flakey and great flavor. Red beans and rice is spot on and their hush puppies, you can't eat just 1. Portions are huge and the price is great!!!!!! Definitely a must go to if you're in the area. I'll eat here often until I head back to Ohio. Thumbs Up read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Grilled Catfish,Red beans and rice and hush puppies - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

The food is good and the portions are large. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Feels like a hometown eatery but I think it is a chain.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Overall everything was okay, got the Philly cheesesteak and it was seasoned well but a bit greasy. Service was okay, price was a bit high for amount of food and quality but not crazy. read more

Welll, didn't find their Dardanelle store here, so will post here! Was disappointed they were OUT of fried pickels(!?!), but was just as well... Grandson had the kids chicken nuggets, served with fries, 2 hush puppies and a roll. Chicken was perfection; didn't even try the fries! Hubby had 2 catfish filets, shrimp, coleslaw and hush puppies. Adult daughter and I shared 6 pc catfish filets, rice/beans, hush puppies. Catfish was seasoned and cooked perfectly, perfect crispness, and the filets were so LARGE! His shrimp were the largest I've seen in a long time and, once again, cooked to perfection . Our other sides were good, but didn't match up size wise - smaller than I would think in view of the size of everything else! We just happened to be in the area and so glad we decided to try this place! Sure would be nice to have one in the Conway area!!! read more

Food was great and so was the service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and [[HIGHLIGHT]]was great for meeting with many people[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]! read more

Food was delicious and very reasonably priced. Service was excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cozy atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Please stop over salting your food. Every time I have eaten there at least two items are rendered inedible by salt. Your green beans and fish were way over salted on Mother's Day 2025. The other items had too much salt but were at least passable. read more

Not everything at Sam's is fried. The grilled tilapia platter as an example - great baked tilapia, shrimp, two sides, okay, the fries and hush puppies are fried. Very good seasoning. read more

Normally, when traveling or eating someplace have never been I like to write a review. But in those case it is a NON-review. Came across this place more by accident on a Sunday afternoon just past 1PM. Walked in and found a table. Sat for about 10 minutes before someone asked if I wanted to order? Yes, so I sat for a couple more minutes waiting on a menu. Gave my order......now I brought a book in to read as I was by myself. Looked up and realized it was more than 20 minutes.....Read a little longer. It was not nearly 30 minutes since I ordered and almost 40 since talking in. Now!, this isn't a high-end place where all the food is made from scratch. Got up and left. Forty minutes for something fried..... read more

Surprisingly very good! Place doesn't look like much, almost didn't go in. We are Gulf Coast Folks & very particular about seafood. Enjoyed excellent fried catfish filets & good shrimp. Strip location, crowded, very busy. Park right in front. Good food, great value, super waitresses. Try "Sam's" ! Rick . read more

I had lunch with a friend. The food and service were very good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance? It felt too much like a fast food joint for me to dine here on a regular basis.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We had the Catfish and Shrimp dinner, We received 2 large pieces of catfish perfectly seasoned, crispy and delicious, there were 7 jumbo shrimp, perfectly cooked. Delicious redbeans and rice, and The hushpuppies were great. We will definitely be eating there again. Try it you will not be disappointed. read more

This is our go to place for fried catfish or shrimp. Their red beans and rice are great as well. Husband says the chicken tenders are excellent. read more

Crab Cakes , chicken strips , fish , shrimp, gumbo , poboys , philly cheesesteak, gyros , salads , read more

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Really great restaurant with awesome fried catfish and shrimp! The fried shrimp poboy was amazing! Red beans and rice was great, and portions are huge which make the value awesome! The staff was very nice and the owners are super sweet. Highly recommend! read more

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Great food here. I did not expect the portions to be so big. They serve more than enough food for 2 people on one plate. The service was great and quick. Very clean restaurant and I would recommend 5/5. read more

This place is disgusting, needing cleaned severely. Beware, they charge extra for everything! Side salads don't count as sides. You will be charged the full price of the salad but not warned by the waitress until you pay. They charge an additional 3% for credit cards. I do not suggest! read more

There are few things worse than a restaurant that isn't open when they advertise to be open. Changing your hours? Update your listing. Show up and take your chances. read more

My wife and stepson loves this place Myself, I can do with out it Service is great, prices are in range, restrooms were clean,, but it is deep fried food I will go back with family, if all other options are out read more

Wow what can I say this little hole-in-the-wall place was absolutely outstanding. the fish and french fries coleslaw and beans and rice were awesome the coleslaw was creamy not runny the fish was done perfectly. just a great meal. The staff was awesome always friendly always making sure we were happy and if you needed anything. the bathrooms were clean and at first I thought it was a little high but when I saw what I got and it had enough left for a lunch I was very happy with what I paid. definitely will be going back read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

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Excellent sea food & great service!!! Had the 2 fish and shrimp (grilled). Perfect Cajun seasoning, light and flaky! You can't go wrong!

The food was delicious!! Big helpings of everything, Oyster PoBoy with fries & Fish&Shrimp platter with Fries and red beans/rice. Our waitress (Brooklyn) was fast on her feet, I normally end up with no water in many places but not here. It was close to the I40 expressway, close to the hotel, clean with great food & service. read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Fish & Shrimp grilled platter with fries and red beans & rice - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

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Good service, excellent coleslaw, good shrimp, and the fish breading was well done. That said... Cheese sticks, but no marinara. "Philly" cheesesteak with no provolone cheese... only cheese choice is Swiss. Most people don't like Swiss and if you're gonna call it a Philly cheesesteak, you should use the proper cheese. The crab cakes were more cake than crab and everything looked like it could have been bought at Sams club. All in all, mostly just a blah fried food meal. read more

We are seriosly thinking about coming back for lunch today after eating here yesterday. I loved the oysters and my sis loved the shrimp, my daughter the chicken strips. They give you a lot of food. And are very sweet about refilling your drinks. We weren't crazy about the fries read more

Wow Great big portions! Pretty sure they can't count, bc I got more pieces than I ordered! Everything is very tasty. Shrimp oysters and fish taste fresh. Red beans and rice were better then most places. Coleslaw was fresh but not my favorite. Catfish was clean, no muddy taste or dark pieces. Liver lovers, this is your place best livers that I have had in Arkansas! Soft but crispy. De licious! Fried bread was good Server was friendly and on the ball. Would go here to eat any of the above! Ambience is a step above fast food but your not going to pay much attention to it because they bring your food out pronto! read more

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The staff was courteous and professional. Clean and family friendly booths and tables. Variety on the menu and the food was so delicious, can't wait to come back! read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Sherilynn Shalom and Ray from Shalom Productions were here May 6, 2021 Food was delicious! - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

I like the one in Russelville.. they are so nice and the food is great. We love going.

Large portions and the food tastes good. Service was good but the website didn't reflect the available product.

Been here on three different visits and got the fried shrimp and/or the shrimp salad each time. I can't speak for anything else on the menu but the shrimp is outstanding! read more

Everything about this place is amazing I enjoyed how respectful they are. I also really loved the decor and food. If anyone ever comes to Russellville you should definitely come here it's great! read more

Sam's Southern Eatery - Catfish, red beans and rice and green beans - Southern Near Me - Russellville, Arkansas

We stopped here on our weekend trip and will make a point to eat here any time we are in the area! Fantastic portions at a reasonable price. Tasty grilled fish and shrimp! Love their hush puppies and tartar sauce!, too! It's clean with friendly service! Don't hesitate to give them a try! read more

Wow! We stopped in on our way home rom Hot Springs. We were both a little hangry & my husband wanted something different than the normal fast food...Gotta say, it was way better than I expected!! We split the tilapia platter with rice & beans (loved that smokey flavor) & a side salad. There was plenty to eat, it was delightfully delicious & the service was prompt & friendly...AND it was almost closing time!! We'll go again if we're back that way!! read more

I usually don't have any problems here but tonight I ordered whole catfish to go and the fish smelt rotten. Not sure I will ever order from here again. read more