Excellent food and a great new location right next to the interstate at Exit 96. Staff is super…read morefriendly, we were sat quickly. Great menu with seafood, burgers, sandwiches, and some special creations. Even hand dipped Hershey's ice cream for the kids. Delicious BBQ - the nachos are a great starter too. Bar area with plenty of big TVs to watch. I hear they are getting pizza added at this location soon too. A great stop between Montgomery and Mobile! Highly recommend.

I loved The Shack, when it was on a Conecuh County road--great burgers and fries, and so much more…read more Well, now it is in a new building at Liberty Hill shopping area in Evergreen, and we wanted to stop for lunch to see if it was still as good. Although in new digs, the decor evokes the ambience of the original Shack, resulting in an interesting, funky place to enjoy their food. This time I had the mushroom burger with sweet potato fries, and the large serving of angus beef did not disappoint. Our friendly server made sure our diet cokes and water kept up with our thirst, and we were happy we could still count on our oasis The Shack. Great prices, good sized servings, several meat choices.

We were just passing through and saw this on Yelp. Stopped in to eat lunch. Lots of cars…read more Buffet. Needed more meat choices, but the fried chicken was good. The Brussel sprouts were way too salty for my taste and so were the green beans. The mashed potatoes and yam patties were good. I would have liked the bread to have been warm The service was good. Our server was efficient and the tea was good Would stop again if in the area at the right time. Lots of hometown people go there. It was friendly enough

And we now come to the tale of the wrong turn, and how it led me to a cool restaurant with an…read moreawesome name! I've run many trips to Montgomery Alabama, and I'm always looking another exciting way back to Mobile, mostly because Interstate 65 is some of the most boring road you'll ever drive, unless you're a big fan of trees. So I took a right turn I didn't intend and hit US 331 and found myself in a cute town called Highland Home, with "It Don't Matter Family Restaurant". I mean, with a name like that, how could I not stop?! So I parked on that very rainy afternoon, and went inside for something to eat. Now, this is exactly what you think of when you think of southern cooking. The menu was extensive and had everything you could want. Tables were spread out across the giant floor area, covered in table cloths. There is a buffet, for those with a large appetite. Very country, quaint and quiet. So I checked in on Yelp (Pro-tip: make sure you do this upon being seated). I perused the menu, and decided on the chicken dinner with mashed potatoes and fried okra. My waitress was friendly, and quickly took the order to the kitchen, and it arrived shortly after. This was a great choice! The chicken was juicy, and the breading was seasoned perfectly, the potatoes are the real deal, and the fried okra was some of the best I've ever had. The menu and the buffet were both full of choices, so I'm looking forward to going back and seeing what other southern culinary trouble I can get into.

Highly recommend! Such a great lunch spot. Fast service, delicious sandwiches and super friendly…read moreand quick service! They gave me a cookie because it was my first time! Only tough thing about this spot is parking and eating space, it's pretty small inside so not a bunch of space to stay or accommodate large groups.

Amazing home town sandwich shop! Everything you are looking for in a small town deli in terms of…read moreatmosphere and the sandwiches were amazing!! Very fast and efficient service as well with a sprinkling of humor and southern charm! Definitely a must checkout while in Montgomery!

Heads up for those looking for plant-forward, clean eats and/or coffee:…read more As sweet as the folks are here they have no gluten free menu except maybe a basic salad. They also do not offer specialty coffees, espresso drinks, or alternative milk options.

Best t-shirts and so many cute things to shop for!!! The new owners have really modernized it!read more

BBQ is a gem of the American countryside dining. Partially, because the only other alternative is…read moretypically fast food. But, that would not be a fair description of this tradition: BBQ is an incredible style of cooking and spots like this represent this tradition well. BBQ 65 is conveniently located right off the interstate in a gas station in a saloon like building that has a beautiful character from the outside. Open since 2010s, this spot has started to earn its place in the BBQ world, albeit being newer to it. There is an indoor seating inside near the gas station shop aisles. The ribs are cooked well with a nice wood profile, but neither very delicate nor particularly notable for their flavor of the meat itself, with smoke notes dominating. The quality of pork itself and the slightly tougher preparation could be better to rival Alabama's best. The BBQ sauce is loaded up with vinegar, completely overpowering the meat if consumed together, although to be fair, this may be a matter of preference for some BBQ lovers. The star of the show is potato salad which was perfectly balanced on its acidity, sweetness and overall flavor. As a whole, BBQ 65 is a pleasant stop to experience some traditional southern cooking and support a local business instead of tossing money into another "by the exit" fast food chain.

Yelp's driving directions wrongly told us to turn west from I-65 to get here. Actually, this…read morerestaurant is just EAST of I-65. The restaurant was closed today (a Friday), for some reason anyway.

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.

When on Route 65, stopping at Bates is a must! The open face is a bit messy, but delicious. Been…read morecoming here on various road adventures for years and Bates is always consistently delicious. And the staff is always kind and welcoming.

The people and the atmosphere are pleasant for travelers coming off of a road trip, but the taste…read moreof the food is cafeteria quality. We each had the turkey plate, so turkey slices and two sides each, and a "roll" which was so tiny it was almost funny, but it was hard. The dressing was fine--Not exceptional but also not awful. Our sides included green beans which made me remember my public school lunchroom. Skip those ! Be aware too that you can call and order for pickup but if you do, and your order isn't ready when you arrive, YOU must check at the SIDE counter and request that someone frequently check "call ins" --which are kept UNDER the counter (you can't get them yourself). And while the counter staff call out people's names for patrons who are sitting at tables to come and get their trays, the staff does NOT call out your name for pickups! We waited an extra 30 mins on our food -- trying not to be rude and ask. I'm glad I finally asked !! I've stopped at a few other places in this town coming through or home from the beach, and Bates is the cleanest. IF I try again, I will try the turkey sandwich.

Traveling and decided to eat here from previous MGD experiences in other locations. The place had…read more2 people eating, when my son, daughter & I came in to dine. There was no one manning the front to take our order for a significant amount of time and when she did come out she had an attitude that matched her facial expression, which was anything but welcoming. We tried to inquire about various menu items and in addition to being out of several types of bread, as well as vegetables. She offered no recommendations for substituting those items that you were out of and stood there looking at us like we were inconveniencing her. We all ordered something different and nothing tasted good, down to the sweet tea. We came in hoping to enjoy the atmosphere and food. It was apparent Madison W. didn't want to be there.

I never heard of Dorito nacho s I ordered nachos the chips Doritos which I don't like they cooked…read morethem in a microwave made chips chewy didn't even offer to take them back. It was our first time and the last. Please don't go to this rude place. The cashier was really nice the other _____. I didn't thank you could miss nachos up but I found out differently.

My meal here was good and pretty simple. Went with the option to select a few things and got a…read moretaco, burrito, and tostada. Chips were warm, salsa good but mild, and everything was OK but just average. Service was good.

Almost passed on this based on location and cafeteria appearance from the outside. Hungry and…read morechanced it. Parking lot was pretty crowded for a reason. Good choice for a hungry diner: Margarita hit the spot. The table side guacamole was beyond good. Piled high with ingredients and perfect. Had the barbacoa tacos, and it was served with generous condiments. Pico de gallo was as good as the guacamole. The taco was generously stuffed and gave that mouthful of chewy texture that begged more and more. Looking around, it was easy to see that this place is a favorite spot for the locals. I'll certainly be back. For what this establishment claims to be, it is worth stopping in.