Pulled up to an interesting-looking restaurant, actually drove past it at first. We were greeted by a few very friendly people who told us to sit wherever we liked. I ordered a water to start, but they were out of lemons. A bit disappointing, especially at 10 o'clock, since I always get water with lemon. I usually don't eat much for breakfast, so I decided to just get two hotcakes with a Conecuh sausage link. The food came out relatively fast. The pancakes were delightful. They were light, fluffy, and tasted similar to Cracker Barrel's hotcakes. The Conecuh sausage link was a great pairing. The owner came over to the table multiple times to chat with us, which was a nice touch. Overall: interesting exterior, decent interior, very friendly people, good food, and good vibes. Rating: 3.5/5 read more

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Between the surly non stop griping from our waitress and the terrible food this is the worse breakfast I have ever attempted to eat. Do yourself a favor and avoid this garbage dump at all costs. read more

A fine place to sit and enjoy a good meal. Be patient when this restaurant gets busy. 60's,70's ambiance love it. read more

Average food, order not taken correctly, wrong food ordered brought to table. Customer behind us got my food. Didn't argue just ate and left. Jack's, or Krystals would be better for cost. read more

Smokey Hollow is a classic small-town Southern diner although it looks like an old hole-in-the-wall sitting next to the highway at Exit 119 on I-65. The decor is an antique car motif with salad bar in the middle of the restaurant with tables and booths for seating. We came in at 9:30am on a Saturday morning for coffee and breakfast- and tables and counters were clean and tidy. Smokey Hollow is known locally for their food and for their loaded hamburgers. One of the cooks is gluten free, so they are familiar with the requirements to maintain and I felt taken care of with an order of a 5 oz steak, 2 eggs, grits, and an obligatory "hold the biscuit" for $7.99. The steak was cooked perfectly. My husband's pancakes were thick and fluffy! The salad bar is good size - and everything you need. It's not extensive but adequate and fresh. Since my first visit, I have started ordering a one-visit salad bar and it's perfect! Two stars taken for an older restaurant in need of a few repairs (cracked floor tile, etc.). The other star is taken for service - you have to know you may have to ask for a coffee refill or for the rest of your order because the meal wasn't delivered together. read more

Smokey Hollow Restaurant - Breakfast menu - Yum! - New American Near Me - Jemison, Alabama

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Good food and okay service. Homey, country style atmosphere with country style food. Your basic meat and three.

This is a "Diamond" in an out of the way location off of I-65. They have VERY good food and a Great value for the taste encountered!! I WILL be back, save a place for me!! This will be a regular stop for me going forward! Again great food and very good service. read more

This restaurant was right off the interstate, so the location was great for a late afternoon meal. The decor was a 50s style diner, but the building was not in the best shape. It took awhile for anyone to get our drinks, and even longer to take our orders. We were traveling, so the wait time was rather disheartening. The food was convenient-I think everything was popped into a microwave. They had a salad bar, but there wasn't a lot on it. However, the salad was fresh and the ranch dressing tasted nice. I give this place two stars, mainly for the server. She was working hard and did a great job getting condiments and giving refills. She was impressive! I probably would not choose to eat here again-time off the road when heading towards your destination is precious-and it took too much time, with absolutely no payback for the delay. read more

Picinic tables outside were great for a stop to get the pooches out of the car and eat. Food was fairly priced and tasty.

I was def blown away how good the food is here Yummy fried green tomatoes and they make their own batter etc Decent salad bar and friendly staff Can't go wrong here lots of different menu options good home Cooking for sure yum yum read more

Good foot, salad bar is always good. During tge week they offer a meat and vegetables, home cooking, best crushed ice and sweet tea anywhere. Worth the trip! read more

This is a five star review relative to the type of restaurant that it is. Smokey Hollow is a small town, old style diner. Nothing fancy, and southern food that is tasty, fried or gravy-covered. I stop by today, traveling through and passing my hometown. I was in the mood for a nostalgic lunch. I used to come here when I was a teenager. Not much has changed. Seat yourself. I got my old usual....hamburger steak with gravy and onions, side of fries, and a sweet tea. Everything tastes the same. Wasn't disappointed. This is a "meat and three" type restaurant. If you want some southern cookin, give it a try. Nothing fancy, but a great little hole-in-the-wall for some local cuisine. read more

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Best breakfast special around. Friendly wait staff although service can be a little slow. Delicious iced tea too!

It was a typical Southern type restaurant, nice waitresses and the food was good. Salad bar was ok, could have been better, we went for dinner. Decor was a little old and the outside of the building was old looking. read more

So nasty, I almost slipped on the grease when I walked in. The first table I sat at was sticky so I moved, the second one was even more nasty . I just left at that point. read more

Southern dinner! Great place to get a meat and three! Good southern food. Neat decor! This southern gem is right of the interstate so it is convenient to get to if your traveling. If you want a good meal and good dose of southern hospitality this is the place for you! read more

This restaurant has potential, but needs a lot of improvement. For me, First impressions are hard to overcome. Upon entering we noticed several empty tables with dirty dishes still piled up. Once we were seated and our order was placed, the appetizer of fried pickles came out without all needed items with it. It was to be served with ranch. We asked more than once, but never received it. Our meals were served of fried catfish and chicken quesadillas. The quesadilla had hairs in it. They brought my son another meal. I will say my catfish, what I ate of it before the hair incident, was good. When the check came, there was no discount for the meal. I would at least would have expected that meal to be free. Overall. I was not pleased with the way the whole situation was handled and we will not be returning due to the overall lack of hygiene. I did not include pictures out of respect. read more

We were traveling and wanted a homemade meal. This was not the place to stop. This was possible the worst meal I have ever tried to eat!!! I got the grilled fish and it was right out of the freezer and was raw and my baked potato was cold and hard the butter would not even melt. Wanted to give a local restaurant our business but should have gone somewhere else! read more

Gag! I've never seen so many insects in one restaurant, or building for that matter, ever! Most of the staff looked less than hygienic as well. Save yourself and go to Jack's! read more

Great place just off the main road. Staff was very friendly. Menu has a variety. Give it a try!

They are racist. My wife, who is Asian, and I stopped here to eat. I ordered fried chicken and she ordered a hamburger. Both dishes had so much salt it burned your mouth. Too much not to have been intentional. Avoid this place. read more

The atmosphere takes you back 50 years. The catfish filets and fried green tomatoes were great. Good food at great prices. Big thumbs up.

Food was really good. Tasted like home cooking. Menu was large with a variety of items. Peach cobbler was delish. Large salad bar. Great place to eat. They do have carry out!!! read more

The Smokey Hollow makes great hamburger steak that my wife loves and the salad bar always looks good. Also they serve a nice breakfast special. The restaurant has been there as long as I can remember so its a little out dated but the staff has always been courteous and the service good. read more

Great county setting, smoke free, with friendly service. The food is good, not a wide selection on the hot bar due to small size. Family setting and something for everyone on the menu. We frequent it regularly. Yah, I'm a fan. read more

Went there for lunch with my family a few months ago. The place only had a few customers at one table and the other tables were dirty. Two waitresses were standing around and looked at us like we were foreigners. We waited a few minutes and still no waitress so we left. Like I said this was several months ago so maybe there is new ownership now. read more

I had not been here in many years but I saw the sign that said now nonsmoking so I decided to try it with a friend recently. I have been back several times since. The decor is dated and dingy but the food is good. I have only been for lunch and the salad bar is always fresh and well stocked. My husband got the stuffed burger and really liked it. I have had the BBQ sandwich and it was good as well. The staff is always very nice and keeps our glasses filled. I would go back! read more

We Love Smokey Hollow!!! Very friendly staff and the food is Great!!! We are always treated like family. If you go on the weekend have a ribeye prepared by Mark I promise you will not be disappointed. read more

I had a meal there the other day, the ribs were great, however the tables were nasty, the waitress forgot my silverware , along with the table beside me. the califlower was soggy and the french fries were microwaved. the fried pickles were ok, but soaking in grease. I have eaten there for years but think that will be my last time here. the service is just getting worse!! read more