The Busy Bee
$$ • Soul Food, Southern, VeganAbout The Busy Bee
Customers' Favorites
Fried Chicken Mac and Cheese and Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Fried Chicken Mac and Cheese and Collard Greens
Busy Bee's Fried or Smothered Chicken
Busy Bee's Chicken & Waffles
Busy Bee's Fried Chicken
Smothered Pork Chops
Macaroni and Cheese
Fried Green Tomatoes
Broccoli Casserole
Cornbread Dressing
The Busy Bee Reviews
609 ratings
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Loved the food, atmosphere and history
I miss dining in!!! But I drove back home to Duluth. And Babe, that fried chicken, Mac and cheese, and turnip greens was on point!!!! To the young lady that gave me my food, thank you for the smiles and well wishes!!!
I have nothing, NOTHING, bad to say. It was my first time ordering and I ordered 4 entrees. Fried chicken wings with macaroni and cheese. 2pc Fried white chicken with collard greens and macaroni and cheese. Smothered pork chops with collars greens and broccoli cheese rice, and baked chicken with macaroni and cheese. I got that food home and stuck my fork in everything and nothing was bad. We also ordered a side of black eyed peas and peach cobbler. Everything was good! I will...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 7PM |
The Busy Bee is a popular spot known for its delicious soul food and friendly service. The restaurant offers a variety of tasty dishes, including fried chicken, baked chicken, oxtail, collard greens, corn muffins, candied yams, and macaroni and cheese. Many customers praise the fried chicken as some of the best they have tried, with crispy batter and juicy meat. The collard greens are highly recommended and considered to be outstanding. The fried chicken and oxtail are also favorites, with some describing them as "crazy good." Customers appreciate the courteous service and the ability to enjoy their meals either on-site at picnic tables or through takeout. The restaurant is well-remembered for catering large groups successfully and for creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere. While some find the prices a bit high and mention that the food can be salty or not very flavorful beyond salt, most agree that the quality and taste make it worth the visit. Overall, The Busy Bee is a go-to spot for authentic soul food and a satisfying dining experience.