When i say i saw this place on the news and the food made me want to go see if it was up to my southern girl food hospitality let me say they did not disappoint me food was amazing mac and cheese yes yes the seafood gumbo omg the corn bread muffins melt in your mouth crab cakes so good me and my husband took that hour ride from BayonneNJ to get lunch he walked away full and said i did good finding out about this place yes we will be back and with friends well worth the money
Do yourself a favor and grab the best Southern meal in Central Jersey at this place!! The Southern Fried Chicken has a the crispiest and tastiest flavor ever. The meatloaf is sooo flavorful. Mashed sweet potato and cabbage are amazing. Staff is great and will make you feel at home. Their drinks are great too! They serve you cornbread once you sit down and they’re a game changer. Will definitely come back and try other things on the menu!
OMG delicious food. My wife and I went for lunch. Had fried chicken, Ox tails & Mac & cheese. The best I have ever eaten. All the sides were also amazing. Food was hot and service amazing. All home made even drinks and owner came around to see we enjoyed. He’s so nice. The blueberry / peach cobbler was out of this world delicious. Try this place and be hungry and ready to eat. You’re treated like at grandmas house. A++.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
tracy sicolo
Saw this place on Instagram. Figured we try it. Everything we ate was delicious. Mac and cheese amazing. My husband got the oxtail and said it was outstanding. Everything is homemade down to the lemonade and peach/mango tea. And the peach/blueberry cobbler and banana pudding to die for. Will definitely be going back. The owner is so nice and the staff as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Mac N
daniel mcclendon
I had the fried chicken platter…it comes w 4 pieces and two sides…I got the yams and greens as my sides. Everything tasted great!…the yams weren’t too mushy (which I personally like) and the greens tasted great! Sometimes I have to add hot sauce to greens…didn’t have to do that with these ?. The chicken was top notch…the meat was juicy and full of flavor, and the crust was crunchy (even with the honey drizzle).If you’re in Belmar, and looking for some Southern Food, this is the place!
The chicken and waffles were divots. Perfecti on.i can't wait to try the salmon croquettes with grits!Just beware, while Google lists the prices, they are not accurate. Google says chicken and waffles are $14 when in fact they're $26. So, don't rely on any of Googles prices for this place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken
Robert D
Authentic, delicious, with a side of fantastic hospitality. It's all good! Try the Mac and cheese with some fried chicken. The ribs are the BEST I ever had. Can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Smothered Chicken, Mac
Path of a Petal
Fabulous! Run don’t walk for the best sweet potato hush puppies and grits you’ll ever have! The fried chicken was AMAZING - perfectly seasoned and super juicy with a crispy skin mmmmmmmm. Our server was Jill and she was friendly and helpful - can’t wait to return !!!Vegetarian options: Collard Greens r perfectly done
Amazing! Food is most delicious southern food I’ve ever had. Friendly warm and welcoming staff. Must you come!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Whiting, Mac
K Mac
Visited with family from out of town. (We’re New Jersey natives) My fish sandwich was fried tough with bones and the bread was stale. My aunt’s turkey wings were chewy and her yams were watery. My husband ordered the all white meat fried chicken. When it came out, he immediately notice drumsticks and thighs. They swapped that out for a dry, microwaved chicken breast. He was also given a bowl of sweet mashed potatoes that was bitter with a strong taste of lemon juice. I was told that since “the cook” wasn’t there I could not get the fish sandwich taken off the bill, although I hadn’t eaten it. With the overpriced GARBAGE they are offering We DO NOT recommend this place to anyone!!!!!!
Well I had the crab cakes, green beans, and coleslaw I took the order to go. Was not really impressed for the price I didn't think the crab cakes were much better than what I could get frozen in the supermarket. I've heard so much about simply Southern that I was looking forward to it. I guess I will try it again, but I would certainly get something different
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Teresa J
Took my mom for Mother's Day and our server forgot to place our order. 45 minutes later when our food still hadn't arrived, her explanation was the restaurant had a lot of phone orders to fill and that caused delay in preparing our meals. Then she told me that my crab cake sandwich order couldn't be done because they don't do the crab cake sandwich on Sunday, but I could order the TWO crab cake meal instead. I cancelled my order and only stayed because my mom was hungry. The entire experience left a bad taste in my mouth and although my mom enjoyed her food, I don't see myself going back there again.
Rukhmini Sreenivas
5 stars for the food, ambiance and service. Catfish was lightly breaded to perfection. All the sides we ordered were so fresh and delicious, down to their home made hot sauce.Our server Jill was so amazing and attentive.I’m so glad we found Simply Southern and we can’t wait to come back again.
Neil K.
In the Belmar mall that several other restaurants is this Southern gem serving fresh made to order Southern dishes. Several in our party have dined here several times and couldn't wait to return. We were greeted by the owner and chef, Mrs. Simmons, with the hospitality that was so welcoming, she took immediate interest in our party, especially our two youngsters. Mrs. Simmons even had some special gifts for the kids. Upon being seated we were given a basket of delicious corn muffins while we all picked different entrees. The Seafood Gumbo contained a mixture of shellfish in a delicious stew with a mound of rice. Crab Mac n Cheese was rich and cheesy with crab in every bite. Shrimp and Grits sure hit the spot. Smothered Chicken was a half chicken in a delicious but not heavy onion gravy. The fried chicken was what you would expect in a Southern home. Don't forget the desserts, the Banana Pudding and fruit cobblers were a perfect ending.
gregory branch
Just left, was there with my husband, daughter and grand daughter. Jill was so professional, warm and very friendly. The customer service was awesome. The food was delicious. We drove 90min to eat there and was not disappointed. We will definitely visit again. Thank you ?
When i say i saw this place on the news and the food made me want to go see if it was up to my southern girl food hospitality let me say they did not disappoint me food was amazing mac and cheese yes yes the seafood gumbo omg the corn bread muffins melt in your mouth crab cakes so good me and my husband took that hour ride from BayonneNJ to get lunch he walked away full and said i did good finding out about this place yes we will be back and with friends well worth the money
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Gumbo, Sweet Potato Hush Puppies
Do yourself a favor and grab the best Southern meal in Central Jersey at this place!! The Southern Fried Chicken has a the crispiest and tastiest flavor ever. The meatloaf is sooo flavorful. Mashed sweet potato and cabbage are amazing. Staff is great and will make you feel at home. Their drinks are great too! They serve you cornbread once you sit down and they’re a game changer. Will definitely come back and try other things on the menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Sweet Potatoes, Cornbread Muffins
OMG delicious food. My wife and I went for lunch. Had fried chicken, Ox tails & Mac & cheese. The best I have ever eaten. All the sides were also amazing. Food was hot and service amazing. All home made even drinks and owner came around to see we enjoyed. He’s so nice. The blueberry / peach cobbler was out of this world delicious. Try this place and be hungry and ready to eat. You’re treated like at grandmas house. A++.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Saw this place on Instagram. Figured we try it. Everything we ate was delicious. Mac and cheese amazing. My husband got the oxtail and said it was outstanding. Everything is homemade down to the lemonade and peach/mango tea. And the peach/blueberry cobbler and banana pudding to die for. Will definitely be going back. The owner is so nice and the staff as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Mac N
I had the fried chicken platter…it comes w 4 pieces and two sides…I got the yams and greens as my sides. Everything tasted great!…the yams weren’t too mushy (which I personally like) and the greens tasted great! Sometimes I have to add hot sauce to greens…didn’t have to do that with these ?. The chicken was top notch…the meat was juicy and full of flavor, and the crust was crunchy (even with the honey drizzle).If you’re in Belmar, and looking for some Southern Food, this is the place!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Cornbread Muffins
The chicken and waffles were divots. Perfecti on.i can't wait to try the salmon croquettes with grits!Just beware, while Google lists the prices, they are not accurate. Google says chicken and waffles are $14 when in fact they're $26. So, don't rely on any of Googles prices for this place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken
Authentic, delicious, with a side of fantastic hospitality. It's all good! Try the Mac and cheese with some fried chicken. The ribs are the BEST I ever had. Can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Smothered Chicken, Mac
Fabulous! Run don’t walk for the best sweet potato hush puppies and grits you’ll ever have! The fried chicken was AMAZING - perfectly seasoned and super juicy with a crispy skin mmmmmmmm. Our server was Jill and she was friendly and helpful - can’t wait to return !!!Vegetarian options: Collard Greens r perfectly done
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Sweet Potato Hush Puppies, Shrimp and Grits, Cornbread Muffins
Amazing! Food is most delicious southern food I’ve ever had. Friendly warm and welcoming staff. Must you come!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Southern Entrees, Whiting, Mac
Visited with family from out of town. (We’re New Jersey natives) My fish sandwich was fried tough with bones and the bread was stale. My aunt’s turkey wings were chewy and her yams were watery. My husband ordered the all white meat fried chicken. When it came out, he immediately notice drumsticks and thighs. They swapped that out for a dry, microwaved chicken breast. He was also given a bowl of sweet mashed potatoes that was bitter with a strong taste of lemon juice. I was told that since “the cook” wasn’t there I could not get the fish sandwich taken off the bill, although I hadn’t eaten it. With the overpriced GARBAGE they are offering We DO NOT recommend this place to anyone!!!!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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Well I had the crab cakes, green beans, and coleslaw I took the order to go. Was not really impressed for the price I didn't think the crab cakes were much better than what I could get frozen in the supermarket. I've heard so much about simply Southern that I was looking forward to it. I guess I will try it again, but I would certainly get something different
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Took my mom for Mother's Day and our server forgot to place our order. 45 minutes later when our food still hadn't arrived, her explanation was the restaurant had a lot of phone orders to fill and that caused delay in preparing our meals. Then she told me that my crab cake sandwich order couldn't be done because they don't do the crab cake sandwich on Sunday, but I could order the TWO crab cake meal instead. I cancelled my order and only stayed because my mom was hungry. The entire experience left a bad taste in my mouth and although my mom enjoyed her food, I don't see myself going back there again.
5 stars for the food, ambiance and service. Catfish was lightly breaded to perfection. All the sides we ordered were so fresh and delicious, down to their home made hot sauce.Our server Jill was so amazing and attentive.I’m so glad we found Simply Southern and we can’t wait to come back again.
In the Belmar mall that several other restaurants is this Southern gem serving fresh made to order Southern dishes. Several in our party have dined here several times and couldn't wait to return. We were greeted by the owner and chef, Mrs. Simmons, with the hospitality that was so welcoming, she took immediate interest in our party, especially our two youngsters. Mrs. Simmons even had some special gifts for the kids. Upon being seated we were given a basket of delicious corn muffins while we all picked different entrees. The Seafood Gumbo contained a mixture of shellfish in a delicious stew with a mound of rice. Crab Mac n Cheese was rich and cheesy with crab in every bite. Shrimp and Grits sure hit the spot. Smothered Chicken was a half chicken in a delicious but not heavy onion gravy. The fried chicken was what you would expect in a Southern home. Don't forget the desserts, the Banana Pudding and fruit cobblers were a perfect ending.
Just left, was there with my husband, daughter and grand daughter. Jill was so professional, warm and very friendly. The customer service was awesome. The food was delicious. We drove 90min to eat there and was not disappointed. We will definitely visit again. Thank you ?