The Farmhouse: Where Breakfast Comes Home to Roost…read more If you've read my reviews before, you know I'm not a particularly hard-boiled egg to crack. I don't demand gold-plated cutlery or waiters who can sabre a champagne bottle with a flourish. Give me solid food, a smile that doesn't feel forced, and a room that looks like it's seen a vacuum this decade, and I'll be happier than a biscuit in gravy. That said, The Farmhouse didn't just meet my expectations--it pulled a full-on "Avengers Assemble" and brought them together in a satisfying, bacon-scented breakfast epic. First impressions? Think "Little House on the Prairie" meets "HGTV on a budget"--rustic charm with just enough polish to let you know someone actually tried. The tablecloths are hanging on by a thread (literally), but the space itself is clean, comfy, and as inviting as grandma's front porch. Judging by the bustling Friday morning crowd, I'd say I'm not the only one who got the memo. The service? Friendlier than your favorite aunt at a church potluck. The staff had that rare balance of attentiveness without hovering. There's a sign on the wall that reads, "Come in a stranger, leave as a friend." I half-expected them to follow it up with "You've got a friend in me," Toy Story-style. Now, onto the reason we're all here: the food. Spoiler alert--it didn't disappoint. Mom ordered the Farmhouse Southern Omelette with home fries and gave it rave reviews. She praised the bacon-to-veggie ratio like it was a fine wine pairing and declared the seasoning "just right," in her best Goldilocks impression. The home fries? House-made and heart-warming. My wife went full Southern with the Hearty Breakfast, and it did exactly what it said on the menu--hearty enough to power a tractor and delicious enough to make you consider canceling lunch. She gave special kudos to the biscuits and gravy, which she claimed were "fluffy, creamy, and possibly blessed." As for me, I went for the Big Moo--a 10-ounce ribeye with eggs and a rogue pancake that snuck onto my plate like it was auditioning for dessert. The steak was a tad undercooked but well-seasoned enough that I didn't mind. And the tater tots? Crispy, golden nuggets of joy. I'd pair them with everything if society would let me. I was so pleased, I channeled my inner Ratatouille critic and requested a word with the chef. Chef John greeted me with the kind of genuine smile that says, "Yes, I do get up at 4 a.m. to make magic happen, and no, I don't regret it." He welcomed us back like old friends--which, by the vibe of the place, we might just be now. This, dear reader, is what I imagined when I dreamed of Alabama mornings: honest food, kind people, and a sense that somewhere nearby, a rooster might actually be crowing. The Farmhouse isn't trying to reinvent breakfast--it's just doing it right. To paraphrase The Godfather: Just when I thought I was out (of room), they pulled me back in--with another bite. Bravo, Farmhouse. Never change!

I usually order takeout but the food is always cooked fresh and the portions are excellent. You…read morewon't be hungry when you finish your plate thats for sure. Really good food and good service.

Food was amazing. Fed my heart as well as my hungry stomach. We had driven 700 miles and I was…read moretired and hungry. Loved the Elvis and 50's decorations. Service was great. They were very attentive. The ribs were exceptionally tender, falling off the bone. Cornbread (hushpuppies) were exceptional. Not sweet, but very well flavored. We loved the 60's music. Took me back to high school. So glad that we stopped

I had an early dinner at Simmer Down with a group of five celebrating a friend's birthday. It was a…read moreSunday evening, and the restaurant wasn't busy, which made for a relaxed experience. Since it was my first visit, I appreciated that our waitress took the time to answer questions and help me navigate the menu. She was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. I started with the onion petals, which were delicious and a great way to kick things off. For my entrée, I ordered the steak kabobs cooked medium. Unfortunately, they came out closer to well done. They still had good flavor, but I wish they had been a little more tender. The salad bar lived up to the reviews. It was fresh, well stocked, and definitely worth the trip. As a nice touch, they brought out a slice of strawberry cake for my friend's birthday. I stole a bite and can confirm it was pretty tasty. Overall, this is a great local spot with flavorful food and fantastic service. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because the steak was overcooked. I'd definitely come back and try it again.

Always enjoy eating here, whether we dine in or order to go from their convenient pickup section of…read morethe restaurant.

Best place around!!!!!! Best shrimp, fish and steak!!! I have had almost everything on menu,…read moredelicious!!!! Tuesday nights there a special menu, great prices and the hours have changed to opening at 5:00

This was the worst Huddle House I've ever been to! Food was burnt to a crisp. I didn't get half of…read moremy food. It was 81 degrees according to the thermostat on the wall and the manager refused to turn on any air because "she is cold natured". Silverware was dirty. Bathrooms were completely disgusting and unusable. The floor in the restaurant looked like it hasn't been swept in weeks and had rat droppings everywhere. I WILL NEVER BE BACK!!!!

Had a great stuffed and fluffed omelet breakfast while passing through for work! Lisa was a great…read moreserver and the vibe in the dining room was excellent.

Stopped at Guy's Place while we were having some work done on our rv in Red Bay, Alabama and it did…read morenot disappoint I got the Bang Bang Salmon.. super flavorful with just enough kick (okay maybe a little more than I expected ). My daughter went with the chicken bacon quesadilla and absolutely demolished it, which is basically a 5-year-old Michelin star review. Good food, full bellies, and another fun stop on our RV adventure Amazing food, service, and views.

We were staying at Red Bay Acres. Went for early lunch. The…read moresetting is great with outside seating overlooking the river and marina. Service was good. They do serve alcohol. Hubby got the seafood gumbo which was ok but not homemade. And Philly cheese steak hogie he said that was good. I had the Parmesan garlic boneless chicken wings, which were not chicken wings but chicken tenders with lots of parm garlic and a side salad The "wings" were ok. Probably would have been better if not floating in sauce. Not sure we would return.

I went there this evening and bought a cheese burger. It was delicious. I have been here before a…read morefew years ago. I forgot how good it tasted. I highly recommend this restaurant if you are ever in this area or passing through. It's not far off of 72 hwy down south on number 7 hwy. Give it a try, you want disappointed

Best food in the area! Service might be a little slow as it is only cooked after you order. Ms…read moreDorothy is just awesome. I have enjoyed being a customer for over 20 years. So order ahead or sit at a table if you aren't in a hurry.

Only the Best! Out of all places I have had bq. Corkys and more. Rib shack the best! Buy each time…read moreI am in area. Really love the one in Ripley MS now..

Great food! Excellent hot fudge cake sundae! Just as good as the hot fudge cake sundae at Shoneys!…read moreFast, friendly service. Good southern cooking and hospitality. Clean restrooms.

Amazing home cooked food at it's finest Sooo delicious! I have found a hidden gem in the small town…read moreof Holly Springs MS They are not hard to find located in the town square The food is served buffet style however they serve you vs self serve No need for the salt and pepper shakers the food is seasoned perfectly Super friendly and nice people I can tell the locals love it here

Great spot in downtown to enjoy a freshly prepared, southern buffet. You walk in, grab your…read moreutensils, and point out what you'd like, as your plate is prepared for you. Sit anywhere you like, and typically someone grabs your drink order, while you get your food. They tend to have Baked Chicken, Fried Chicken, and daily specials which could include Meatloaf, Pot Roast, etc. And, lots of traditional southern choices from Green Beans to Stuffing. Finally, they usually have a good menu of deserts such as Key Lime Pie, Lemon Icebox, Reese's Pie, etc. Feel free to go back for seconds! Very friendly, inviting, relaxed atmosphere.

My husband and I are in the area for business and found this place because of the reviews, here, on…read moreYelp. We had the brisket loaded fries, stuffed oven roasted chicken, green beans, side salad, and hushpuppies. They were ALL phenomenal and the chicken was the most tender chicken either of us have ever had! Our server (I've forgotten her name....Mariah?) was very attentive and sweet. The atmosphere was a bit elevated without being stuffy.....a great downtown vibe. We've already decided, if we are back in the area, this place is a MUST!!

As an international traveling service and food industry critic while unbeknownst to the owner nor…read morestaff, the following is what I experienced: + Comfortable atmosphere. + Salmon Salad was selected by three within our group, which each enjoyed and were not fishy tasting. +/- Salad Bar was clean and ample, but no Blue Cheese. +/- Catfish was okay, but not the finest encountered. - Our Server (Madison H) was terrible! She acted like this was her first day on the job (of any job) and not proactive. When asked for a Bloody Mary she failed to offer any options as published; "pick a spirit then mix and match signature mixes and toppings". When quizzed in depth about the menu, she was clueless. She mixed up our plates because she did not make note of who ordered what. Very slow to present the checks even with the restaurant @~25% capacity. - Seafood Gumbo's flavor was so bad, I could not eat more than one bite. - Meatloaf quality was the worst I've ever experienced. - Twice Baked Potato was very dry and baked far too long. - - - When presented with the check, Madison H failed to clarify that a tip @20% was already included due to our group size of six or more, which was tucked within the tax lines. This was overlooked and she received 30% more than she earned and deserved. - - - The Owner's procedure of have the waitstaff use a handheld credit card machine is fine, if they train the waiters to actually walk away after presenting the check, allowing the customer to review the details of the check and not be rushed. Madison H just presented to check and stood over the table, impatiently waiting to jam the machine into customers face. - - - The Owner also has the gall to charge an extra 3% for using a credit card! Be for real, this is part of doing business, price it in your pricing. Talk about nickel & dime'ing, WOW!!! STEER CLEAR!!! You have so many other greater options, even if you need to drive more.

The best to cater your event they put everybody else to shame. Their seasoning and BBQ sauce are…read moreamazing.... Just bought some off their website www.joeqsmokeshack.com

From the owner: Our seasoning is the only seasoning on the market that's good on anything from Pork to Popcorn. Joe…read moreQ's Smoke Shack BBQ seasoning has won numerous Grand Championships. Along with our BBQ sauce both combined makes for a winning combination. You can use it as a seasoning or as a Rub. If you want to take your salad to the next level just sprinkle a little bit over your salad for an amazing experience. If you like sweet with a touch of heat then give Joe Q's Smoke Shack Seasoning a try..