This used to be a great place to grab a bite but seems to have gone downhill as of late. We went…read moretoday for lunch and waited exactly an hour for 3 hamburgers and chicken fingers. The waitress was sweet but struggled as she seemed to be doing most everything. Please take cash when you go for a tip as the visa machine doesn't leave a place for a tip, which I don't quite understand in todays time. The food was good, but don't be in a hurry.

Some of the best brisket I ever had! Great milkshakes and…read moreburgers. Place was packed with people so that's always a good sign you are in a good place to eat.

If you're looking for the go-to BBQ spot in Selma, this is it. No question. This place delivers…read morethat authentic, Southern, mom-and-pop barbecue experience that you hope for when you're in Alabama. They cover most of the BBQ classics -- pork, chicken, ribs, burgers, and all the traditional Southern sides -- though no brisket here. Honestly? You won't even miss it. We ordered the 1/2 lb of BBQ pork plate with fried okra and corn nuggets (the plate comes with two sides, which is perfect). The pork was everything great barbecue should be: moist, smoky, tender, and packed with flavor. You could taste the care in every bite. It's the kind of meal that makes you slow down and savor it. The fried okra was crispy and seasoned just right, and the corn nuggets were golden little bites of happiness -- slightly sweet, crunchy outside, soft inside. A perfect pairing with the pork. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They gladly offered suggestions for sides and made us feel like regulars even though it was our first visit. That kind of hospitality makes a big difference. Parking is right out front -- probably around eight spots -- and they do fill up quickly, especially at lunch. The restaurant was busy with mostly locals, which is always a great sign. The location is tucked away in a residential area, so definitely look up directions beforehand. There's a small street sign, but it's easy to miss if you're not paying attention. All in all, this spot has that genuine small-town BBQ charm with big-time flavor. If you're in Selma and craving real Southern barbecue, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!

We had ribs for breakfast before visiting the civil rights sites in Selma and couldn't have been…read morehappier. These ribs are sweet, smoky, and tender. We also added in some fried hot wings, which were crunchy and pleasantly spiced. On the side, we enjoyed the crispy slaw and sweet corn nuggets. Of course we washed it all down with some sweet tea. Man, I wish I could have those ribs for breakfast every day! Also, the folks at Lannie's were really nice.

We visited the 5 & Dime for lunch on Jan 9, 2026 as part of Road Scholar's "The Civil Rights…read moreMovement - Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, Birmingham" program. At first glance, it looked more like a mix of an art studio and a meeting house. On one side of the main room is the dining area complete with eclectic furniture. On the other side is a long counter table cluttered (intentionally) with paper artwork, paint bottles, boxes, a wall section of workshop tools that includes a power drill, among many other things. Surrounding the dining area are smaller tables filled with trinkets for sale akin to a souvenir shop. Food was already prepared buffet style when we arrived. The owner AC Reeves welcomed us as we took our seats. While I do not care for the cuisine, it was reasonably good and filling. I enjoyed the chicken nuggets and the dish (which I'm somewhat sure contained fish) that had bell peppers and onions. (Sadly, the dishes were not labeled so I'm going by my not-so-reliable memory.) Beverage was provided at the counter near the doorway leading to the restrooms, and manned by a waiting staff. Service was stellar. In addition to at least two helpings of food, I had a can of Coke and a bottled water. In contrast to the appearance of mess and antiquity of the dining area, the bathrooms are pristine. (Okay, the men's; I did not verify if the women's is similar.) But stalls are limited to one standing urinal and one toilet seat. I had to wait at least 5 minutes for my near 80-year-old roommate to finish his business before using the latter. Very rare does a restaurant stays true to its principles through thick and thin. In 5 & Dime, the cuisine is a means to an end, that end being social capital. As AC points out on the chalkboard, it is the sharing of experience and social fellowship (via food) in an environment of mutual respect that is the "product". I had a brief one-on-one chat with AC. She mentioned being in the Tar Heel State; I mentioned that my son will be majoring in fine arts this fall. While 5 & Dime isn't my kind of place, it succeeds in its stated objective. For those that are into this kind of dining experience, this place is for you.

Stop by, enjoy, and learn. This place is worth a visit. The owner is very welcoming and kind. The…read morefood is awesome. The ambiance is very different from your regular dining experience.

Very busy place so it took a while to get my order to go. Got pulled pork and 2 rib combo with Cole…read moreslaw and Lima beans. Pulled pork was tender, no fat, but didn't have any Smokey taste. The BBQ sauce was "meh". The ribs had good taste but the meat on the bones was borderline hard. The coleslaw had a funky taste so I only ate one bit. Lima beans are pretty hard to mess up, they just needed a bit of salt. EDIT: I just saw on my bank statement that this plate was $30.00!!! It was not worth $15! Won't be back!!

Came here visiting from out of state to try Selma'a favorite BBQ spot. It was pretty underwhelming…read more I've gotten similar quality BBQ right here in Denver. Prices were fair and the staff were friendly. I found it quite odd that half the seats were coned off and not usable which wasn't the best look. Overall, I don't regret visiting, and it was a good one time visit.

Service was great and very friendly.Greenstack(fried green tomatoes)were excellent. The Pan Fried…read moreGrouper was incredible you have to get it. The old cabin feel and low lighting was great.

Went back to get try out the Wednesday Sushi night specials. Ordered the Megan roll for carry outread more

I am new to this area, I found this place by them hosting a meeting against the data center. I got…read moreribs first time. second got a steak dinner and lord it was good. our son wanted ribs he ate his and mind. he still talks about coming back when he visits again. while you wait for food entertain by owner laugh so hard. Get ready coming to get my steak again in a little bit. Marie

I wish I could give them zero stars. These ppl are overcharging for cheap meat. My steak was…read morenothing but fat covered in sauce i didn't even eat it. On top of that they charge gratuity and service fees like they're a genuine Michelin steak house when they are not. Over $70 for 2 steaks that my dog wouldn't even sniff at. I'm disappointed and disgusted but more so at myself because I paid for this crap. Do yourself a huge favor and make your own steak at home or simply go to anyplace else.

Likely the most active alluring hoppin' popular Mexican pad near Selma AL…read more Place came v highly recommended by multiple locals. Camarones a Diabla killed it :) Loaded w the shrimps, yellow rice, and beans. Margaritas impressive w their size. Gots all kinds.. mango, lemon, etc. They're v generous w the chips y salsa, didn't feel canned ;) The "hot" and mild mystifying el Yucateco sauce ready on demand. Waitstaff v v helpful and work efficiently well in teams. V chill space. Certainly wasn't $$$$ on pricing; Y messed up; more like $$, maybe $$$ .

It was cinco de mayo so I understand it's busy, I am not satisfied at all my order was incorrect…read moreand when I called back the manager stated she couldn't fix because I didn't check.to make sure it was correct. My argument is who ever takes the order should suggest dinner and she didn't repeat order back to me I am not satisfied period. My cinco de mayo is ruined.

Too late for breakfast so picked up side of Mac & cheese to go. Hot, gooey, greasy...and so good!…read moreShould have gotten more but we were between meals. Definitely worth a stop!

Great Southern cooking! Off the beaten path. Friendly…read moreatmosphere. Enjoyed visiting with local folks while having my tastebuds savor a great hamburger steak over rice with tasty gravy, with delicious green beans and sone of the best candied yams ever! Delicious sweet tea! All for a reasonable price. Thanks for a pleasant surprise while on a drive to Selma for business.