Brought my dad here for his first encounter! He loved it! As does anyone else in Baldwin County that knows about this jewel. The food is down right southern cooking and complete perfection! The atmosphere-laid back, no frills but clean and welcoming. A must for anyone close by! read more

Saraceno's - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

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Well, this has been a mainstay in the Fairhope area since 2011, and has always been a favorite for a good, filling meal. The amount of food to choose from is vast. Veggies and side Turnip greens Mashed potatoes Mac and cheese Cabbage Corn Rutabaga Pinto beans Green beens Rice Entrees Spaghetti Baked chicken Fried chicken Pulled pork Fried fish Buffalo Bites Chicken and Dumplings Chicken livers Also turnip soup Salad bar Rolls, cornbread and a bunch of desserts. One interesting thing is that while it is all you can eat, they serve it cafeteria style. So you tell them what you want and they put it on the plate. This must have changed since COVID. You used to be able to serve yourself. The food is good, but it taste like someone is cooking scared. Nothing had any seasoning. Nothing popped with flavor. No smoke on the pulled pork (I got outside meat to be able to taste it) Bland spaghetti, bland chicken and dumplings, bland greens, bland, bland, bland - except for the fried chicken and fried fish which were okay, compared to the rest. Service was not overly friendly, or even friendly either. Pretty much here's your seat, here's your drink. I would probably come back one more time. Definitely will not come back if the next time is like this time. 2 1-2 stars is what I would give it. Rounding up to 3 in memory of a place that used to be a lot better. read more

Wonderful down home southern cooking. Always a great spread and all the folks here are in top of the service game.

Very nice people & food is delicious. We especially enjoyed the fish and pork chop. We can hardly wait to return. The next time we are in the Fairhope area we will get back in there!! read more

This place makes me feel like home! Great home cooked food and dessert with a great group of people running this place! Did I mention it's a BUFFET! So go get that fried pork chop for the third time! read more

Meat and three, a great local family own jewel on 32. You will not be disappointed. Ample parking.

Absolutely adore this place! Large selection, good food and great prices. Customer service is usually outstanding, but I will say today I was seated in the "side room" and a waitress never refilled our drinks nor did anyone pick up our used plates. This lack of service was a little concerning and I am hoping this is not a new trend in how they treat their guests. We'll see how our return trip goes, in 2019. read more

Saraceno's - Expansive buffet - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

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I love this place. Great selection everyday; vegetables, meats,salads and deserts. Can't beat the price. Only one thing would make this place better, Wish they were open in the evening hours too. I drive from Foley. Great for families. The very best country food around! read more

Several friends had told us about this buffet restaurant so we decided to try it. Several selections of entrees including pulled pork, fried fish, fried chicken including livers and gizzards and a few more. A build your own salad along with carrot salad and broccoli salad. Many desserts to choose from and a bread selection. A drink is included in the $11 lunch. Great deal and food was delicious except for the fried fish that was tough and hard to cut. Regular and spicy barbecue sauce were on the individual tables for the pulled pork. Service was friendly and efficient. read more

Saraceno's - a car parked in front of a building - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

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We ate at Saraceno's the other day, and it was good. Exactly what you would expect from a family style buffet restaurant. They serve up some great comfort food, and it's a great change up for the traditional sit down and order. Think Morrison's and Piccadilly. Fried Chicken, Catfish, vegetables, desserts, etc. Lots of fine tasting food to choose from. Reasonably priced. RECOMMENDED read more

Staff was rude to my elderly father and food was not worth the high price they set. Over all not worth. Dining here.

This was a surprising hidden gem. Family buffet dining. Food is homemade.. service was very friendly. Small place for a big yummy lunch! We will defiantly be back! read more

For $11, you'll get as much to eat as you could possibly want, a drink that never runs out, and service with a smile, appreciation, and laughter. This place is very basic. Mismatched tables and chairs, a parking lot always packed, and many choices of meat and vegetables, but it's yummy and wholesome and a great deal for the bargain price. I took my elderly mother here for lunch...she had passed by literally thousands of times without stopping because of the full parking lot. I told her a full parking lot was an endorsement. LOL! We enjoyed everything we ate - a full and satisfying salad bar, fried chicken, fried pork chops (OMG!), and the special of the day was shepherd's pie. We also greatly enjoyed the green beans, lima beans, collards, and fried green tomatoes. The mac and cheese wasn't as great as I would like, but not a game-breaker. The desserts were plentiful - two cobblers, pudding, Jell-O and a good amount of fresh watermelon. Again, this place it good, stick-to-your-ribs food, with a fantastic staff, at a good price...no thrills or frills. Enjoy! read more

Saraceno's - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

Saraceno's has been on my radar for about a year after seeing all of the positive reviews. Last night, we were searching for something different and finally decided to go. Allow me to me preface this with I don't typically do buffets. Despite that, I loved the buffet there and will totally eat there again and again. Everything is fresh and nothing appeared to have been sitting out for hours. The buffet is loaded with everything from fried chicken and macaroni and cheese to baked fish and salad. There's something for every palate and dietary restriction. I was pleasantly surprised by their Boston butt, which had a perfect smoky flavor and texture. There were plenty of salad toppings and three desserts. The desserts, strawberry shortcake, Boston cream pie and banana pudding, were divine! The service was great. The price was extremely reasonable at only $12 per person. You can't buy and cook that much food at home for that price. I see us being regulars at Saraceno's. read more

Great food many choices. The service is amazing not much for ambiance but food and service make up for it.

Went there for lunch today and it was awful.bland taste and instant or canned food with no seasoning.plus for 2 people around $32.Also it's lousy service.will never go there and eat that slop again. read more

This buffet has really good home cooked food. Make sure you're hungry when you go because you will want to try everything.

5 stars pretty much sums it up. A nice country buffet, quick service and good friendly staff. Great lunch spot.

Price has gone up again. They make you sit at tables they choose and get snarky if you ask for a different one. I've been sat by the line of people waiting for food just hovering over me while I ate. That alone made me not want to go back. The food is good. I don't know why they can't have a simple self serve buffet. They are also horrible at refilling your drinks. I'd much prefer to just serve myself and them do away with all of the extra employees they have in the middle. They over complicate the whole process and for the customer it makes it undesirable. Like I said, the food is good. But after the recent price increase AGAIN and aggravating service, I'll just skip it. read more

What a great little southern buffet! We LOVED it. Several meats and vegetables to choose from, soup and salad, and desserts! We had the pulled pork and fried chicken. Also the squash and fried green tomatoes and mashed potatoes and navy beans and turnip greens. All were fantastic. Corn muffin and rotini soup were also tasty. And the pineapple upside down cake and banana pudding and blueberry cobbler were to die for. If you go to Fairhope check it out. It's off the beaten path, not in the downtown area. read more

Went to Saraceno's for lunch after church this morning. Wow! This was a great find. Although it's much smaller than your run of the mill buffets. This place was great, they had a nice variety of down-home country vegetables and lots of different meats. Fried Chicken (really good) baked chicken, fried pork chops, bbq pork, meat loaf and fish. There was a great selection of deserts, too. We're glad we found this place and will definitely be back. read more

We were regular at Saraceno's until the road construction on Baldwin County Highway 32 placed that on hold. With the road construction behind us we formed a group of four and headed to Saraceno's for lunch at 11. Prior to this visit Saraceno's was a Buffet and the only change we noted (and liked) is they are now serving cafeteria style. It is still all inclusive at $12.50 per person with permission for seconds if you have a big appetite. Their specialty is chicken; fried, barbecued, or smoked. It's all good. They also have fish of which I cannot comment on since I go there for the chicken. Additionally, they have a variety of side dishes such as mashed potatoes, rice, green beans, greens, rolls, cornbread, shrimp & grits, and a salad bar that are available to go with your choice of meat. Did I mention desserts...? Yes! They have those as well! There are usually 3 to 4 choices. Drinks available or water, tea and a variety of soft drinks. The owner, Marta is right in there serving plates with her team. She is always welcoming and the staff that serves drinks at our tables are also kind and attentive. When you go in and look around the customers are working people, first responders and locals that know a great place for lunch. Just the kind of folks with whom I like to sit down and enjoy a meal. read more

OK, I like it and I like it a lot. There I said it. Being lost in Fairhope is one thing, but then running into the Chief of Police is another. Where is a good place to eat I inquired! Chief Press said "Saraceno's, it's a buffet" I was thinking I bet this guy doesn't get out much. A buffet is typically the last place I'd go, and Chief Hillbilly is directing me where. Well following the advice of the law we moseyed off to Saraceno's. A very good pleasant surprise. Saraceno's not only has a buffet, but a great lunch (sandwich menu). I ordered the Buffet, and my bud's ordered from the sandwich menu, getting the pulled pork sandwich. Firstlt the buffet was actually good. Fried Chicken very good, Collards very good, smoked chicken very good, Fried Fish very good, Okra eeeehhhh had better! not bad four for five. The pulled pork sandwich was immense it could feed a family of four! They reported it was very good. So kudos Chief Press for your recommendation of this restaurant, I guess your more cosmopolitain then you look! I'd come back here again if I drove through Fairhope, nice place, nice service, nice time! read more

Saraceno's - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

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I discovered this gem by reading reviews of Fairhope's restaurants. The service is consistently great, the food is hot, well seasoned, and delicious. I can honestly say I have never had a bad meal, always clean and appealing presentation. The homemade desserts are sooo good. The decor is plain with no frills but the food is fantastic.. read more

Delicious. Looks like a dump, but the locals don't go there for the decor. They go there for the food. Recommended, bring your empty belly.

How I have missed this place on my jaunts for eats in Baldwin County? I have probably overlooked it because I am a buffet snob and steer clear of piles of fried unknowns. Not at all the case here! Every now and again I get a hankering for the kinds of foods we used to have Sundays after church. That always meant lots of choices of everything, and every dish was made with pride - so of the recipes being held secret for the joy of being the best at (fill in the blank). Saraceno's is almost just like that! First, everyone is very nice and in a good mood. Then comes the buffet. Everything was church-picnic good and there were more choices than any starving person can sample. The vegetables were perfectly cooked and seasoned and provided a great balance with all of the the not-so-good-for-you things I piled on. Don't even get me going about the desserts because I am not ready to make that confession! The next time I have guests in, this is going on my list of options. This is true Baldwin County. read more

Let me just start off by saying I'm not a buffet person at all but this place is amazing!! The food is all fresh and was hot. The smoked chicken was cooked perfectly and had the right amount of smoke! The banana pudding didn't disappoint either!! We live in Elberta but will be making the drive back to eat! read more

Wow! Marta! From your friendly greeting at the door to our white flag of surrender, we were more than delighted with our choice for Sunday lunch! We will be back when we return to Fairhope. Thank you! read more

Absolutely delicious southern buffet!! One of my new favorite restaurants, the fried porkchops, potatoes, macaroni, carrots, cornbread and desserts were all so good. Sweet tea was even better. Love the homey simple feel. I will be back for sure! read more

Saraceno's - Heaven on a plate - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

Great food, friendly owners/staff, very reasonable prices! This is my new favorite place for down home cooking / buffet. We walked in, with a crowd of regulars, and was greeted by the very nice owner. Line went pretty fast and we enjoyed some wonderful country cooking. Will definitely be back!! read more

Saraceno's - This was about 10 mins before they opened @ 11.... (by 11 there was a pretty good crowd waiting for doors to open!) - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

Great Place to eat!!! Best seafood I have ever had at a restaurant. All the other food is great as well. Staff is very friendly and keeps you supplied with drinks and lots of smiles. We have been eating there several years every Friday night. We would HIGHLY recommend this restaurant. read more

Southern buffet at its finest. Make a trip to this restaurant and you won't regret it. Probably some of he best fried chicken I have had in a long time. read more

Saraceno's - Oh my yum! - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

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You absolutely cannot beat this place for solid, consistent southern style home cooking! Don't know how they do it, but FLAVOR pours through every bite. LOVE THIS PLACE. if not for the fact that I would end up looking like a beached whale, I would eat here every day. Recently tried Mr Spuds down the road a bit -. NO MATCH Sarcerenos has them handily beat and then some. Our go-to spot for weekly indulgence. Then it's back to the gym to stay anywhere near healthy. read more

Was in Fairhope yesterday and a lady recommended Saraceno's. I'm so glad she did, it's a hidden jewel. I had the broccoli & squash, turnip greens, cream corn , mashed potatoes & gravy, fried boneless pork chops, and cornbread. Let me tell you it was all wonderful, it's all you can eat and I did exactly that. Finished it off with some awesome strawberry shortcake. The ladies that work there are all very sweet and accommodating. We will be back, it's very good. read more

Great little place with some serious home cooking would definitely be a great substitute for you mommas home cooking if she takes the night off. read more

Saraceno's - Home style cooking - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

good southern buffet. Owners and wait staff could not be more affable. Good variety of non - fried and fried stuff. Chicken, pork, barbecue. Salad and soup. They have a Friday nite seafood buffet$2.00 cold PBR served all day. Bun appetite. read more

We went to Saraceno's for the first time at lunch and then went back for dinner the next week. It's a great neighborhood buffet. It has vegetables, meats, barbeque, Italian pasta and desserts. Something for everyone if you have a picky family. WE did not try anything that we did not like. My husband said it was some of the best fried chicken he has ever had. The staff was so nice and all the customers appear to be regulars. They knew many of them by name. It's a must for a quick home cooked meal. read more

Excellent buffet. Very clean and the choices of food are amazing. The food is hot and fresh and homemade. Great prices and very friendly staff. read more

Exceptional home style cooking. The buffet items include a couple different meats, vegetables, gumbo and desert. Their cornbread is hands down my favorite. Staff is very friendly. Try to avoid the lunch rush if you are short on time. The occasional crowding is my only complaint. read more

Saraceno's - Barbeque Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

It's good! Lots of food for $11. Everything we had was good. Nothing was outstanding. Nothing was bad. It's a very good southern home style buffet. Friendly place. read more