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    Taste of Smithfield

    4.0 (181 reviews)
    ModerateSouthern, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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    TASTE OF SMITHFIELD ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Chris K.

    Return visit. A visit to Smithfield means we'll dine at Taste of Smithfield! Check our past reviews for more details. This place is a classic!

    Fried green tomatoes to go with
    Chris D.

    The food was nice but such tiny portions. 4 slices of tomato for something like $11. Staff were very nice and it's a nice space.

    Reuben
    Nancy H.

    Smithfield in general is a very cute little town! I can't believe that I've never driven the hour to get here before. We opted to try this restaurant because it was conveniently located and we were starving. We were seated right away and service was good. The gal helping us seemed new, but she was very nice and did provide good service. Food-wise, the only thing that was better than mediocre was the fried green tomato appetizer. It was delicious. We also did enjoy the pigtail fries, but all of our entrees were very basic. The reuben was served on cold, barely toasted bread and had very little sauce. I got a side salad with it and the tomatoes that were "balsamic-soaked" were overwhelmingly sour and ruined the rest of the salad. Overall, not a bad stop if you just want something quick and easy, but I wouldn't necessarily come back for a great meal.

    Carnitas tacis

    Food was very good. They have a small area with products to buy like chocolate covered bacon etc. The ham biscuits were different as it was on sweet potato biscuits. Nice taste. The fried green tomatoes was one of the best versions I ever had. The crust was light, the green tomato slice was the right thickness and had a perfect amount of acidity. The pimento cheese paired well with it as well. The salad was excellent. Was fresh and very tasty. The carnitas didn't disappoint either. Juicy, flavorful. A 3rd taco would've been nice.

    Blackened castle chicken sandwich

    This place is amazing. Our waitress, Alex, was so so nice and personable. She was also very knowledgeable about the menu items and went above and beyond the entire meal. The restaurant is decorated extremely well and is very clean! The crab and smoked salmon dip was outstanding, the pita chips were fried to perfection and were the perfect compliment to the dip. My husband says the club is the best club he has ever had. It was fresh and flavorful. My son had the castle chicken sandwich- blackened and it was so so good. The flavor was amazing and I actually might get this next time with no bun. It was that good! I had the burger with no bun, with added mushrooms and onions. Oh it was so delicious. Cooked the perfect amount of time, the mushroom were fresh and delicious and the burger itself had an amazing flavor! The brussel stouts- oh my goodness. They were so flavorful, cooked perfectly and I will def be craving them all the time now lol Smithfield restaurants just do not disappoint! We will for sure be back and recommend anyone who hasn't been here, def make it a point to come by and enjoy a delicious meal!

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    Great food, fantastic service. Looking forward to getting back there! We had the club and it was delicious.

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    Food is delicious, a bit pricey, friendly staff, always knick knacks to purchase. A must try.

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    The Bologna sandwich was beyond belief. Also enjoyed the pulled pork. Always nice to cruise through all the peanuts as well

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    Clean Good local food friendly service in middle of a market street. Street lined with private businesses. Great for afternoon walks

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    Ms. Mary's Resturant

    3.9
    (28 reviews)
    11.2 mi
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    I really don't like to leave bad reviews, but this is one I had to do. I would never, EVER, use or…read morerecommend this restaurant for any of your catering needs. They were hired to cater our wedding that was originally scheduled in November, but we had to postpone the wedding due to the world's recent COVID pandemic. We had already paid $1000 deposit, and we didn't want to lose that. They offered to allow us up to 1 year, to use the deposit. So, we decided that we would use them for my bridal shower, which was for 20 guest. Keep in mind that they were perfectly fine with the date change; but all of a sudden, I was told, via phone conversation, that there was a $250 tasting fee since we cancelled the wedding and changed to a different date. No where in the contract did it state there would be a $250 fee for tasting if there is a cancellation or date change. Let's keep in mind contract was NOT cancelled, as they did provide a service, on 10/17/2020. So, again why were we charged a tasting fee? Didn't want to make a big fuss about it, so I asked for an itemized receipt for the items listed below, however, I was provided with a new, and modified contract that showed these items: 20 servings of Bang Bang Shrimp 1 pan of Meatballs 40 assorted pieces of fried chicken 1 pan of Sweet Potato Soufflé 1 pan of Mac and Cheese 20 servings of pasta salad Fruit Tray Veggie Tray Fee Schedule Service Full Package Service ...... $750.00 Tax 13.5%........................................ 101.25 Gratuity 15 % ............................. Total........................................ $850.25 Now, the food...the chicken was not fresh, it had obviously be reheated, dry, no seasoning, looked as if it was fried in old grease with black specks, it was so bad that we threw away 30 pieces. The mac and cheese was dry, cheese only at the top, and not throughout. I say, if you can't successfully make these staples, then there is no need to be a soul food business. Ok, then there was the Bang Bang shrimp, mushy and was garnished with red cabbage and lemons...hmmm. Anyway, the fruit and veggie tray was ok. We did put the fruit tray on a nicer plater. Actually, we put everything on a nice platter, as I will not serve out of tin pans like they do a BBQ's. Meatballs, were just ok. The pasta salad was dry, and had to add to it to make it taste like something. I say all of this to say, we threw $1000 in the trash. It amazes me how people portray to run a successful business with excellent customer service once they get your money. All the other vendors worked with my fiance and I, and I really thought Ms. Mary's would have too. Well, I guess they thought they did by allowing us to use our deposit for my bridal shower, and I do appreciate that, but to provide us with a product that wasn't of quality or freshness was unacceptable.

    I am waiting for photos to come back. They did my wedding reception. It was exceptional! Guests &…read morekids loved the food. On-site service was impeccable. The next event I have it will definitely be done by Ms Mary!!! As soon as I get photo I will post.

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    BarBQ ribs no charbroiling here slow cooked on a pit grill homemade sauce or dry they are tender n juicy
    BarBQ ribs no charbroiling here slow cooked on a pit grill homemade sauce or dry they are tender n juicy
    Baked tilapia, sweet potatoe soufflé, Mac n cheese

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    Southern Comfort Restaurant

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    3.3
    (168 reviews)
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    The menu has a lot of options that all sound good. I couldn't decide between the fried shrimp,…read morefried chicken, fried pork chops, liver, or turkey wings, so I asked the waiter which item was most popular. She recommended the turkey wings, so I went with that. I like my turkey wings well done and nicely browned, and I specifically requested the brownest ones in the batch. She told me they had just come out and were well done. When I got home, only the top wing was browned--the one underneath wasn't--which was frustrating since I made a very specific request. She also seemed to have a slight attitude about the request, which didn't help. The turkey wings themselves were just okay. The cabbage could've used more seasoning, but the white rice and gravy were good. Unfortunately, the cornbread that was supposed to come with the meal was missing. I would try this place again, but I'd likely order one of the other items I was interested in--not the turkey wings.

    I am writing to formally express my dissatisfaction with my recent experience at Southern Comfort…read moreRestaurant and Lounge in Norfolk, Virginia. I placed a takeout order and experienced an unacceptable wait time of over one hour with very little communication regarding the status of my food. Throughout the wait, I received no meaningful updates from the server, despite being one of the last customers remaining in the restaurant. The server appeared to be the only employee handling customers and moved very slowly, which further contributed to the delay. While waiting, I observed several concerning issues that reflected poorly on the restaurant's professionalism and food service standards. Kitchen staff were openly arguing and using inappropriate language, including profanity, within earshot of customers. This behavior created an uncomfortable environment and was highly unprofessional. Additionally, I observed staff members walking around while wearing gloves and touching various surfaces and items before handling food. This raised concerns regarding proper food safety and sanitation practices. After waiting more than an hour, I finally received my order only to discover that the food was cold and one of the items I paid for was missing entirely. Despite the lengthy delay, poor service, and missing item, no apology was offered by any member of the staff. I ultimately left the restaurant with an $87 bill and a completely unsatisfactory experience. As a paying customer, I expected better communication, professionalism, food quality, and customer service. Unfortunately, none of these expectations were met. I am requesting that management review this incident and provide an appropriate response regarding the concerns outlined above. I would also appreciate consideration of a refund, credit, or other resolution given the significant issues with my order and overall experience. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to hearing from you regarding how this complaint will be addressed.

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    Pretty interior
    Catfish Bites
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    Cabbage greens mac-chz and fries

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    Q Daddy's Pitmaster BBQ

    Q Daddy's Pitmaster BBQ

    4.4
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    The food--absolutely delicious! The portions are generous, and everything we've tried has been…read moreconsistently amazing. I especially appreciate that they accommodate my special request for their mouthwatering pulled pork without sauce whenever possible. The seasoning and flavors are always spot on. The chicken tenders are unlike any I've ever had--perfectly breaded with a texture and taste that really stand out. Pair them with the awesome sauce, and it's perfection. Every side dish is a hit, but the broccoli salad is my personal favorite. My kids can't get enough of the fries and mac and cheese! To top it all off, the ice cream and milkshakes are extra creamy--you can definitely tell they use high-quality ingredients. We've sampled just about everything on the menu, and every single dish has been outstanding. QDaddy's is a must-visit!

    Came here for dinner on a sat evening. There's plenty of seating both in and outside, plus there…read morewere plenty of folks there so I figured it was going to be good. The wait staff were super nice and accommodating so that was nice. Ordered a 10pc chicken tenders with macaroni and cheese, a brisket sando with a side of baked beans and broccoli bacon salad. The tenders was ordered as a meal, but for some reason a drink is not included in the meal. The brisket sando was okay, a little dry so I had to hit it with the spicy sweet bbq sauce (which was just sweet, no spice at all). I ordered the brisket sando based on the dude in front of me who got the pulled pork sando, and when I watched the server put a huge scoop of pulled pork on the bread I just knew it was going to be the same for me...but it wasnt. I got 3 strips of brisket. The baked beans were good, almost a little too sweet. The broccoli bacon salad was a cold dish, and was tossed in a overly sweet white sauce. Think coleslaw but instead of shredded lettuce, broccoli. I wasn't a fan. The macaroni and cheese was more like a boxed product. However the chicken tenders were super good and I highly recommend those. All that for 48 bucks. I was pleasantly surprised the machine didn't ask for a tip, that was nice.

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    The fat on the brisket
    The fat on the brisket
    Sampler and hand spun milkshakes

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    Sampler and hand spun milkshakes
    Vintage Tavern

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    4.1
    (247 reviews)
    9.5 mi
    $$$
    Takes reservations
    Established in 2006

    Love it here!…read more Yesterday my husband and I dined at this restaurant for the prime rib special. Today Monday the day after is National prime rib day so the restaurant decided to feature a special on prime rib for Sunday dinner. My husband made reservations online for 5:00 p.m. we arrived on time with no wait and because the restaurant was fairly empty we decided to dine at the bar instead of a table in the actual dining room. Our bartender/waitress, Lizzie, she was on point held the whole bar area down punctual assertive and had everything under control. I ordered a margarita I did ask her is it a fresh Margarita and she said yes and my husband ordered his normal crown with a splash of Sprite. My margarita in my opinion it didn't taste as fresh as I would like it to be and then I don't care to have a margarita in a tall glass that just screams mix not fresh to me. Nevertheless I just know not to order that again going forward but my husband's cocktail... Crown Royal with Sprite he enjoyed it! I wasn't super hungry so I decided to order a salad and add a piece of blackened salmon to it it was very good finished it all up... ordered it my way. My husband ordered the prime rib I believe medium his was a little bit more than medium but nevertheless he said it was good and he ate every last Fork full. We decided to make room for dessert so we share the creme bruelle which was pretty good ...not the best ever tho. Our dining experience took about 90 minutes we were able again to sit at the bar and catch some of the NBA Playoffs that were featured on TV. Overall the dining experience was a 10 out of a 10 five stars as usual of course a few bumps, but nothing to take away from this experience. The Ambiance is always lovely very inviting love the low lighting that it gives as well as the natural light that comes through the windows. The service always on point! I highly recommend you give this place a try if you haven't dined here before...solid restaurant. Have fun and enjoy life :)

    We had such a great experience here for a birthday dinner! As soon as we opened our menu they put a…read morelittle birthday message printed in the menu! It was such a nice and personal touch. Our waitress was super kind and attentive. Food wise - everything was really great. The menu has a wide variety of options and everything came out as expected. All steaks were cooked perfectly! I would highly recommend this place for any celebrations and we will definitely be back!

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    Entrance
    Vintage Tavern
    Vintage Tavern

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    Taste of Smithfield - southern - Updated July 2026

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