Sam's Southern Eatery

152 Shorter Ave NW, Rome
(706) 676-5279

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Cassidy Smith Wyckoff

Great variety on the menu, wonderful friendly staff, huge portions. They were exceptionally friendly and kind to our 7 month old baby boy. I would gladly go back!

Tammy Lass

Had the Gumbo for lunch. Hubby has the chicken Philly. Both were amazing! Very generous portions and our bill was less than $25!

Judith Astrello

Eat here for fish and shell fish. We here almost every time we go to Rome, GA or Cave Springs. It is very clean and generous. Two can eat on one order. It is usually quite here. So, don't go telling folks our secret. Best Fish anywhere near Gadsden!

Brad Hobbs

My wife and I stopped here on our way through town primarily because of the good reviews. We wanted to try the fried green tomatoes. I must say they were very good. The service and the food was excellent. The food came out quickly. We had fried green tomatoes, fried okra, hush puppies, and an amazing Philly cheesesteak sandwich! Highly recommend! Also, very reasonable prices. The gentleman was kind enough to give us a free appetizer and drinks since it was our first time there.

NawNaw Geurin

This Was Our 1st Time Dining Here. The Food Is Delicious! Very Reasonably Priced. Huge Portions. The Staff Was Amazing! Excellent Customer Service. Very Clean! Highly Recommend!!!

Frank Pitchford

The food was satisfying. Service was great. They are very reasonably priced.

Denise Workman Wilson

My husband favorite place to eat. Very good and a lot of food for your money.

Lauren Johnson

Very generous portions! Delicious food and friendly staff!

Bethany Sawyer McGuire

Everyone is always so polite and kind. The food is absolutely amazing, and they give you plenty!!😆

Marissa Stanley

We pulled in and decided to take a chance on a local place we haven’t heard of. This was the best food and experience I’ve had in a long time. The owner was extremely gracious and offered my family a free appetizer, which we didn’t expect, but were thankful for.

We had: fried jumbo shrimp (huge), grilled fish (delicate and perfectly cooked), gumbo (made fresh daily and full of ALL the good stuff- seasoning was balanced and honestly the best gumbo I have ever had), red beans and rice, hush puppies, fries, salad, slaw.

When I say it was all good- I mean literally everything was fantastic.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried Green Tomatoes, Gumbo, Fried Fish and Shrimp Plate, Red Beans and Rice

Ann Watts

This counter- service restaurant has nicer employees than so many table-service places. I would come back here just for the smiles and cheery, caring words! I tried several of their menu items: Fish and shrimp, chicken livers, and cheesecake. The whiting fish was prepared in corn meal, so it was crunchy. The shrimp batter was much more chewy, though good. The giant shrimp themselves were cooked to perfection. The chicken liver, served with ranch dressing, was scrumptious. And then to the cheesecake.... absolutely delicious, and a fine topper for the meal. All in all, this restaurant is a keeper. If you like food that isn't greasy, check Sam's out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried Fish and Shrimp Plate

Let’s tell somebody about Jesus Dale Henderson

This has got to be one of the best southern food restaurants in Rome. I had the 4 piece fish dinner with fries and hush puppies.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish Platter, French Fries

Jeff Fisher

First visit and did not disappoint!
Shrimp po boy and fried shrimp dinner was fantastic. Hot and fresh. Service was awesome and free drinks since it was first visit. Wish we lived closer !

Robert Benson

Wow! I had the pleasure of eating here on a recent Saturday evening. My wife and daughter wanted to eat at a nearby restaurant. I saw this place across the parking lot and decided to give it a chance. It was a very good decision. The moment I walked in, I was greeted by a friendly young lady at the counter who took my order. I seated myself and waited only a few minutes for my food. I ordered the shrimp po boy and fries. Absolutely delicious! I have ordered po boys in Louisiana that didn't pack the flavor of this one! And the fries were just out of the fryer and properly seasoned. A pleasant guy (owner or manager, not sure) made sure that I was satisfied with everything and was very attentive to every customer. This place is a gem! I visit Rome several times each year and this will be my go-to restaurant on every trip!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Scott N

Parking: It's in a strip mall. So there is generally plenty of parking.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

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