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.

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

V low key down-to-earth Zhōngguó eatery sitting in Selma Al…read more Immediately met by the sweetest hostesses at entry to guide our choices if needing a table or ordering takeout. For a divey pad, the Most Generous Portions I've seen in a v v long time. Not only generous, but lowest Chinese eatery prices you'll see in AL, considering the portion sizes. Optimal for families and large group meals. Plenty of open space and room on the inside. The Hot and Spicy Shrimp cool. (not v spicy btw :) Fresh and vibrant, better than expected for an AL fast food Chinese spot. The standard Egg Drop soup fine. All your standard soups on menu: Hot Sour, Wanton, Egg Drop :0 The entrees section huge- round 50 or so. All your expected dishes, from General Tso's to Sweet and Sour Chicken. The dine in buffet looks most popular, as two very large alluring platter tables present w well over two dozen entree choices, with numerous appetizers; and additional tables for salad bar, and desserts. You get exactly what they say here.

One of the worst Chinese restaurant experiences I've had. It's all buffet and was not at all fresh…read moreor hot when we got there. They eventually put out some fresh dishes but still mediocre. Staff was totally unfriendly, not even a thank you at the cash register.

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.

Fresh and hot. Vegetable were perfect. The sauce was very flavorable. Great customer service.read more

I live a little out of town so I do not get to go as much as I'd like to. I have been coming here…read moreever since they opened. I think their food is very good. They have a buffet that they are constantly refreshing and it has a lot of choices to pick from. But you can also order off the menu that has a large selection to choice from. I've never got anything here that wasn't good. Normally I get the buffet but also order off menu at times. I've never had any food that tasted bad or anything like that. My favorite is the chicken on a stick, the chicken stir fry, chicken bites and the crab cooked in butter and onions. It's delicious. They have several options in noodle and rices. They also have really good egg rolls and wontons. Yummy! They are always nice and friendly and help anyway they can. I think their food prices are good. You can take food out or eat in . They are by far the best Chinese food here. They have nice booths and a few tables also . The only negative thing I could say is , it is hard sometimes to get a parking spot but that doesn't have anything to do on them. It's in a shopping center area, but it worth walking a little further every now and then. I recommend them. They just remodeled so haven't been since they opened back up but it's probably just fine. Can't wait to go back.

This honest roadside BBQ shack has dual smokers and a big BBQ menu. The food is delicious. The…read moreservice friendly. And the location is not far from the Edmund Pettis Bridge where the historic march from Selma to Montgomery began with Bloody Sunday. Stop here to fuel up before taking the historic trail. I had the Boston Butts which is a generous helping of tender cuts barbecued perfectly, for just $8. Locals rave about the ribs too. Great casual place with local home style cooking.

This place is the real deal: amazing barbecue and delicious side dishes. Ribs had that perfect…read moresmoky bark. The owner, Mr. Lavern Dallas (pictured here), is a friendly Selma native who opened this outdoor bbq stand 5 years ago. (Cash only.) It has limited seating at the counter -- it's worth sitting there to wind down and have a chat. This bbq joint is a couple blocks walk from the National Voting Rights Museum near the Edmund Pettus Bridge. Good food and good people.

Driving in Selma can feel a bit down seeing spots out of business, but this is one of the many…read moregems. Stop here and you won't be disappointed. Easy parking, a drive thru, clean and spacious inside with a small lounge in the back. I ordered the basic hot latte and a white chocolate and raspberry scone. So tasty...all of it. Fresh and warm just like the staff. The beautiful lady that helped me lit up the room with her smile. This spot lifted me up!

This is one of the best and quite frankly one of the only places to get specialty teas, lattes and…read morecoffees in Selma. They have vegan milks as well! I highly recommend coming here to relax, read, or maybe even write or talk to a friend.

I just love this place. It's how I remember restaurants from childhood. You feel like family when…read moreyou walk in and the food just says love. I've tried lunch and it's Great, but I really love the breakfast. Just solid all the way around.

Best pork chop and broccoli casserole I've ever had! Rolled through town and found this little…read moreslice of heaven on Yelp! Totally southern home style cooking and the prices are beyond affordable. If I lived here I'd be here every day!

Literally the BEST fajitas I've had since Arizona, HOWEVER the air conditioner on 7-26-2026…read morecouldn't keep up with the kitchen heat. I think that's why no one was in there on Sunday afternoon while I was driving home to southern Georgia, from Austin, Texas after visiting my daughter in college. It was like 95 degrees outside and felt very similarly inside while they were open for guests. Takeout would've been our better option. Food and service were great though.

Would give zero stars if I could! Went for lunch and ordered mixed fajitas with chicken and steak…read moreoff the lunch menu but when they brought me my ticket they charged me a dinner meal. When I asked about it they said it's dinner priced bc it's mixed mean. No where did it state that on the menu!!