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    Jim & Samella's

    4.7 (24 reviews)
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    JIM & SAMELLA'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Marc D.

    This is the place you go to for a great down home plate. Amazing food. Great service. And on and on. I really want to try their catering now. Memphis you have a gem right here. All the guys are great truly a wonderful group. I will make a trip back to Memphis just to experience them again. O and try them for catering too!

    Shane S.

    This place is great! They used to be open for dine-in and more often pre-covid. Now they do pickup orders mainly on Fridays and Sundays or special holidays. Sundays are more for the big meals like chicken, greens, mac n cheese, etc. Follow them on Facebook for best updates or send them a message. They are also featured on the Netflix show. Somebody Feed Phil. Check it out.

    Homemade Waffle with 3 Piece Jumbo Chicken Wings (that syrup is everything!!!)
    Zariah N.

    4 words: BEST IN THE CITY! If you're lookin for a meal filled with love and passion? Drive over! If you're interested in a good time with some BOMB drinks? Make your reservation NOW! Mr. T is a legend in this city and you WANT to be sure you stop by the house at least 4 times in your break future! (Stay tuned for the strip and serve!!!)

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    Fontasia F.

    I was recommended by chef tam's underground & i am so grateful this place was amazing ! I got the smothered pork chops with mash potatoes & green beans !! The hot water corn bread was the best I've ever had in my life ! The food was amazing !!!! They immediately made us feel like family , it felt like i was visiting my grandma's house . This place is for people who have good energy & love good food !

    Chicken liver and gizzards and sweet rice , potatoes
    Drew M.

    No words can describe the wonderful hospitality Talbert and fam provide.enough said make a reservation and come by and enjoy the food and people and atmosphere:)

    A typical Sunday afternoon plate. Fried chicken, gooey mac and cheese, Greens , black eyed peas
    Mike L.

    We've been here at least 5 times over the last year and every time is better than the last. The food is amazing. The owner, Talbert , turned his grandmothers (God Rest her soul) house into a restaurant which gives it a down home, cozy feel. We come in hungry & we leave feeling satisfied and lazy! The food here is seriously good! . The last time We had the fried chicken, roasted corn, macaroni and cheese & collard greens. And if that wasn't enough, Talbert started frying cat fish and brought some out to every table. All the food was Like mama used to make on sunday evening! Can't say anything bad about the food here. Insanely delicious! Writing this review, thinking back about the food is making me hungry right now! Oh I almost forgot, we had some kind of super moist lemon cake that was melt in your mouth delicious. I don't even like lemon cake! The portions were beyond generous! Guaranteed to make you full even if you have a big appetite! The service was good. Everyone is very friendly & attentive. Only been there on the weekend, so not really sure of the hours during the week.

    Nissa L.

    Today I visited for the first time! It is a quaint little house in South Memphis. When you walk in it feels like you are truly visiting someone! I had the fried ribs with smothered dressing, greens, and sweet potatoes with a side of peach cobbler. The food was absolutely delicious! The people are also very, very nice and personable. I really appreciate it this experience and I will return.

    Sommer H.

    Amazing chicken and waffles with the best scrambled eggs I've had. Also got a side of cheese grits. Everything came out hot and tasted amazing. This is home cooking at its best. Friendly owners at this converted house. Just a few tables, but no wait when we went.

    Lee M.

    I enjoyed a great plate of freshly fried catfish, spaghetti, green beans and hot water cornbread. You talk about some good eating.

    This is just part of the home that you get to eat in! So cozy and full of love!

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    OMG, WONDERFUL!!! The best Soul Food and service in Memphis. You must stop by. You will not be disappointed.

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