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    Gladys Kitchen

    4.6 (84 reviews)
    InexpensiveSoul Food, Southern
    Closed Closed
    Updated 3 months ago

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

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    T.J. G.

    To say that this down-home goodness brought this Northern boy supreme joy is an understatement. My wife had the bake chicken, and I had the catfish, with both of us getting greens, Mac and cheese, and beans as sides. Topped it with melt-in-your-mouth peach cobbler, which pretty much put the Mrs. and I into a food coma - but what a way to go. To quote my wife "there is a place for salad and light fare, but this ain't it!" Courteous, friendly staff in the southern tradition. Look down at the cafeteria style of this place if you will, but true quality doesn't always mean fine linens and fancy outfits. In short - make this a stop when in the area, you won't be disappoi by

    Cube steak, creamed potatoes, gravy, squash casserole, sweet tea.
    Melody O.

    Wednesday about 12pm. Anyone passing through should definitely check out Glady's. Locals already know! Soul food, efficient friendly service, sit by the window and watch traffic or people watch in the dining room. This may sound dramatic but if I had to request a final meal this would be it!

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    Valerie B.

    First timer! My dad told me a year ago how tasty the food is here so we were leaving his doctors appointment and stopped by. Upon pulling up the line was hanging in the roadway. I pulled into the front driveway since the drive thru was full. As I parked we noticed the drive thru line was not moving and customers were waiting outside. I looked at the clock it was 11:15. Website says they're open from 11 to 4. There were 5 cars parked in the front about 6 in the back. The customers that were parked in the back walked around to dine inside along with the 15 other customers. We continued to wait and they finally unlocked the door at 11:35. We all went in lined up to be served buffet style. The dining area was immaculate! Tables and booths were clean. Adequate lighting, spacious with another dining area to accommodate an overflow. Nice decor from the pictures on the wall to the decor on the table as you walk out. The staff was friendly they took in consideration some were on their lunch break so they moved the line quickly. It was a site to see bc they also was working the drive thru. They had a staff member taking orders outside and she would bring them in to be filled. I ordered the dark meat baked chicken, collards, peas , fried green tomatoes and corn muffin. My dad had the same except he had white meat baked chicken. I immediately noticed the chicken was small not "steroid" looking chicken. I had 2 baked drumsticks and 1 short thigh. Again considering the size maybe that's why I was given 2 drumsticks not sure but either way it was very good. The sauce on the chicken was delicious! Chicken falling off the bone... Collards and peas were good - seasoned just right . Fried green tomatoes were crunchy seasoned to taste. I probably should've waited for the fresh batch though. I was tempted to get the "butter roll " cobbler but I passed due to time but I will get it on the next visit. I'm told they have the best in town! On my way out the drive thru was still busy but moving quickly. This is a family owned establishment if I'm not mistaken it was created by their mother - Gladys. Assuming the kids and grandkids are running it now. If you have a taste for country soul food and you're in Americus,GA stop by.

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    John H.

    The sides shine brighter than the meat selections. It is a popular local spot. After living in the South for a few years I thought it was reasonably priced. In my mind more of a diner with a buffet selection where you choose your meat and two sides. It did not bowl me over but if you need a Southern touch this might be the place. It has a no frills sensibility.

    Fried chicken, broccoli casserole and turnip greens

    Delicious Southern food. I had fried chicken and turnip greens, with cherry cobbler for dessert. The staff was friendly and helpful. And nice ambiance. Will definitely return.

    Luis L.

    Small family restaurant that you have to go if you are in this town, family operated, the food is really good, fast and clean.

    Southern Fried Chicken and corn cake.
    Kyle S.

    One objective coming down South was getting TRUE Southern Fried Chicken, and this place did the trick. Outstanding food and sides. Blackberry cobbler delicious as well. KFC was nothing on them! Great job to the cooks and staff for making a drive thru an option! I can see why you needed to install one!! Also my girlfriend got the smothered pork chops with loads of brown gravy ALMOST better than the chicken. Place doesn't look like much from the outside, but a lot of heart on the inside! Thank you!! You made the trip

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    Sistas Soul Food Kitchen - Pork chop, cabbage-collards, GreenBeans, Jonny/ho-cake.

    Sistas Soul Food Kitchen

    3.4(22 reviews)
    32.1 mi

    Definitely give it a try. I liked the ambiance. Staff was very friendly. We were not rushed to…read moreplace our order. Portions were enough to take home. Thanks for making a special occasion memorable for me and my son. A special thumbs up for the Mac and cheese!!

    Upon entry, (Sometime between 6pm-7pm, on a Monday) the…read morerestaurant appeared very clean, and spacious. We got a very welcoming greeting by the hostess standing near the entrance. Great customer service from start to finish. Didn't go past the front, just sat in take out area. No info on restrooms. We ordered to go. The wait for the food wasn't long at all. They inform you of items being cooked fresh and about how long it will take. My husband enjoyed his pork chop dinner. He says everything was to his liking. He didn't eat the ho-cake, as he is on keto. My meatloaf dinner; Not so much. The meat loaf was clearly cooked a while ago , so it was noticeably microwaved, or it may have been sitting under a heat lamp a bit too long. Made it tough, and dark. But the flavor was pretty good. So I imagine it'd be great when fresh. The mashed potatoes were boxed, but not bad. The black-eyed peas had no taste whatsoever; no onion or garlic, salt, pepper, etc. Same with the ho-cake, dry with no flavor. The cabbage-collards were really good. They don't cook any of their veggies/peas/beans with meat. That works for me, cause I don't eat pork. The red velvet looked questionable, but turned out to be delicious. I will be retuning to try other menu items. My meal wasn't perfect this time, but my husband enjoyed his. I say check them out. Good food AND great customer service in Albany are hard to find.

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    Sisters' Kitchen - Pork chops w/ homemade cole slaw

    Sisters' Kitchen

    5.0(4 reviews)
    39.2 mi

    Fabulous food, people and hospitality. When we walked into the restaurant it was nearly full and…read moreeveryone called out warm welcomes to us. We ordered off the special Sunday menu and everything was perfection. The green beans, collards and yams went down quickly followed by my beef and rice and my wife's Mac and cheese (wow - in this era when everyone is trying to come up with the latest Mac and cheese combo these sisters stay close to the original concept and knock it out of the park). Corn bread flat cakes were the final pieces of the meal and were terrific. Two patrons sent banana pudding desserts to our table on their way out (thank you!!!) and one of the sisters packed us an extra for the road. So good!! Thank you Sisters' Kitchen for a welcome break during our long day of driving. We hope to see you all again soon!!

    Absolutely delicious! I visited this family owned business in Fort Valley on Soul Food Sunday. From…read morethe moment I walked in, I was greeted with some southern hospitality. The restaurant is nicely decorated and you can dine in or take out. I ordered the baked turkey leg, mac & cheese, yams, collard greens, chicken dressing with gravy, and strawberry crunch cake. Everything was seasoned well and taste just like grandma's home cooking. I will definitely return to try everything on the menu

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