Sam’s Southern Eatery
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Customers' Favorites
Fried Fish and Shrimp
Fried Green Tomatoes
Philly Cheese Steak
Mac & Cheese
Red Beans & Rice
Fried Livers Meal
Fried Mushrooms
Chicken Strips
Red Beans Rice
Shrimp PO' Boy
Sam’s Southern Eatery Reviews
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Hands down the best catfish in town! The catfish was perfectly crispy, with a clean, fresh taste that’s hard to find these days. The shrimp were delicious, the fried oysters were cooked to perfection, and the okra and fries came out hot and fresh—just the way they should be.
A big shoutout to our waitress, Ruthie, who was phenomenal! She took great care of us, making sure we always had plenty of condiments and drink refills. Her attention to detail and warm attitude...read full review
A big shoutout to our waitress, Ruthie, who was phenomenal! She took great care of us, making sure we always had plenty of condiments and drink refills. Her attention to detail and warm attitude...read full review
The food was absolutely top notch! Not only was it still hot and fresh it was delicious!!! I’m so full! From the fried green tomatoes and the mushrooms, to the shrimp and fish!! All the side were great too!! We will definitely order again!
We had the catfish dinner and the grilled shrimp dinner. Both were delicious. Huge portions cooked perfectly
Hours
| Monday | 10AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 10AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 10AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 10AM - 12AM |
| Friday | 12 - 9AM 10AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 7PM |
Sam's Southern Eatery is known for its friendly service and delicious food at reasonable prices. The waitstaff is praised for their generosity, often adding extra meat to customers' orders, referred to as "gratuity meat." The menu features tasty options such as red beans and rice, and the shrimp and fish dinners are standouts. The portions are generous, with some customers noting they can be shared. The restaurant's exterior may appear plain and outdated, but the food speaks for itself, garnering high praise for freshness and taste. Recent reviews highlight the restaurant's reputation for the best catfish in town, with perfectly crispy and fresh options, along with delicious shrimp, crab cakes, fried mushrooms, onion rings, and French fries that come out hot and fresh. The friendly service is often emphasized, with servers like Cici and Cat providing attentive care, ensuring customers have plenty of condiments and drink refills, which enhances the overall experience. The restaurant is housed in a charming older building that may look plain from the outside but is clean, cool, and welcoming inside—a great spot for a laid-back meal. Customers appreciate the quick service and generous portions, often leaving feeling satisfied and with leftovers to enjoy later. Overall, Sam’s Southern Eatery offers great food, friendly service, and a comfortable atmosphere, making it a must-visit spot in Fort Smith.