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    Paw Paw Patch

    4.0 (123 reviews)
    InexpensiveNew American
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Renee H.

    A colleague and I went through the drive thru for some lunch. It was right at noon and the parking lot was packed. Even so, we ordered our meals and had them in hand within a couple minutes. The staff at the window were very pleasant. The food was delicious! I had one of their Wednesday specials: meatloaf. I got the squash casserole (yum!), fried green tomatoes (yum yum!) and the jalapeño cornbread (triple yum!). The portion sizes are generous. I paid $11.37 with tax. This was my first meal from this spot but I'd definitely go back.

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    Jasmine T.

    I consider Paw Paw patch my "old faithful" spot. Whenever I'm craving vegetables over french fries, I know that they've got me covered. The restaurant is located in Homewood, near the Aldi and Smoothie King. I typically go through the drive through but have also dined inside a few times. The staff is always so kind and friendly, I really enjoy speaking with them each visit. My fav thing on the menu is the turkey and dressing, which is served on Thursdays. The squash casserole and butter beans are my fav side. I've also tried their cobbler for dessert and enjoyed it. It's a pretty traditional meat and three with a down home feel and recipes.

    Nneka N.

    Honestly, the food at Pawpaw's Patch was disgusting. It tasted like hospital food and had zero seasoning. The gravy tasted like it came straight from a packet, and the mac and cheese was dry and crusty like it was the last corner left in the pan. The only thing I liked was the roll. The rice might've been okay, but they ruined it with that same gravy.I went through the drive-through and tried to add a side at the window. I was the only person in line, but they still told me I had to drive all the way back around to the speaker just to order one side. That was annoying and made no sense.The price was decent, but I wish the food matched. Definitely won't be going back.

    Thommy S.

    We aren't from this area, but passing by and stopped in for lunch. It's cafeteria style food. The line looked long, but it goes by pretty quick. The place is definitely packed! You pretty much go in the line and let them know what foods you want, take your tray and get seated. After you eat, then you go to the register and pay. Their fried chicken wasn't bad at all. My favorite thing here was their Mac n cheese. I also liked their cornbread. I tried both styles and both were good. I also tried their berry cobbler. I'm more of a peach cobbler kind of gal because I like my cobbler sweet. The berries gave this cobbler a tart taste. In all, I didn't have a bad experience.

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    Yolanda A.

    Paw Paw Patch was recommended by a friend that frequents the Birmingham area. He said it was restaurant you have to visit while in town. Cute little restaurant reminded me if school with the cafeteria vibes. The menu is on the wall as soon as you enter. You go through the line and get a tray to place your food on. The employees were friendly as we ordered. We picked a table. One of the waitresses took our drink orders once we were seated. Sweet tea was pretty good. The food looked good and pretty good selection. We all got the fried chicken. The chicken was fried pretty good but could have used a bit more seasoning. The green beans were slightly overcooked. The Mac n cheese was just okay. I am not big on cheddar and I think there was a lot of cheddar used. Dinner roll was good. My son said the mashed potatoes were decent. We were looking for more of a home cooked meal feel, which Paw Paw Patch does give that. The food could have used a bit more seasoning. The staff was great. Plenty of free parking out front.

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    Gabe P.

    Service was very personable. I used the drive thru; which had to be the greatest part of my visit! I wasn't sure what I wanted. I ended up getting three veggies. Butterbeans , turnip greens and fried okra. This meal was very filling and seasoned nicely. Most importantly , it wasn't too heavy. Oh I can't forget about the delicious jalapeño cornbread! I really enjoyed my meal. It's been years since I've had paw paw patch and it did not disappoint!!!

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    best southern cooking I've had in years. Seriously damn good food. And a great value too... this is my new favorite restaurant!

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    Good food, not great, but good. The price is unbelievable especially for the area. Very nice staff, and plan on coming back.

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    If you want a home cooked meal quick with good service. This is a spot for you. Food is decent for the price

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    Average meat and three restaurant. Good selection of foods--nice variety. Taste is on par with other local restaurants of the same type.

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    They have good meat and three choices always get their cobbler and Mexican cornbread:

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    Great food and great service. Your drink will not run low. I highly recommend this place.

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