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Sam’s Southern Eatery

3.7 (104 reviews)
Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Esperanza M.

The second trip did not disappoint! The food was just as amazing as it was the first time around. I am slowly working my way through the menu. Of course I had to get my fried fish fillets once more, and I convinced my husband to try the grilled fish (big surprise he enjoyed the fried fish more). He said the grilled fish was a little dry for his taste, but for me, it was perfect perfectly seasoned and cooked well. Their portion sizes remind me of the good old restaurants from my childhood. The portions aren't overwhelming, but there's enough to fill you up. The sides are pretty basic nothing special and I did have to add a little seasoning to my green beans but what can I say? I love spice. Service is fast, friendly, and efficient. They really go out of their way to make sure that you're satisfied this restaurant has quickly become one of my staples.

Combo: shrimp, fish, crab cakes with sides: fries & hush puppies. They didn't have some of the side selections listed on the menu.
Joanna V.

Fried fresh, hot, and appetizing! My review is based off a first impression. Don't let the quite basic interior (mostly wood) cause any wrong perceptions. There are a few frames or artwork, with a TV and music for dining entertainment. The unused bar area at the front could use some spirit, but for a Friday night, their dining room was pretty packed. Good indication! Yep, their great fried food hit the spot! We called in for a pick-up order: shrimp, crab cakes, fish, hush puppies, and fries with a side of fried oysters. I was craving those fried oysters. They aren't dinky little pieces either. They serve up some pretty large shrimp too. Of all the fried goodies we ate, I'd definitely have their oysters, shrimp and fish again!

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Patricia H.

Great food , service and great value. Lunch specials M-F. Such a great price at 9.99 included drinks.

Fried Pickles, wings, and gizzards.

The batter is perfectly seasoned, and the food is outstanding. I've dined here four times in the last two weeks, and I can confidently say that nothing has disappointed me.

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Trish A.

Only thing that was flavourful was the lemon in my water. I got 3 fish and shrimp meal , huspuppies were rubbery. Tasted like they cooked them froze them then reheated it. The shrimp had no flavor, the catfish batter was gritty and had no flavor. The slaw was nothing but mayo and cabbage and the red beans and rice was just dirty rice. The po boy sandwich was put on a hot dog bun and was so small. The fries were unseasoned as well. Very disappointed in this place.

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It's good food n service cozy place not to badly priced .there's plenty space n dining.nice place

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I did not care for the food or service or seating. Others like it, so guess I am the odd ball. Not for me.

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Great food and service! I wish the fried green tomatoes were a bit bigger but they were perfection nonetheless.

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Good cheap hamburger and good service. Good catfish and green fried tomatoes. If you like seafood it's the place to be.

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Food good - needs more seasoning (not talking about salt). But Sam's always good. I'm fr LaPlace, LA where the original is located.

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Not a good place to eat. Got the food orders wrong. Food wasn't good. Green Beans were to salty. Will not be eating there again.

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The food was good the price was good that the bad attitude of both waitresses was off the chart . Probably won't be back

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Sam’s Southern Eatery - southern - Updated May 2026

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