16 Best Southern Restaurants in Phoenix

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken Chicken • $
4523 N 16th St, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

3 Piece with Beans Potato Salad and Greens
3 Piece and Slaw and Fries
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Pickle Spears
Chicken and Beans
Chess Pie Whole
Pecan Pie Slice
Seasoned Fries
Chicken Wings
Fried Chicken

“FOOD: High-quality chicken with just the right spices and served hot. Substitutions offered without incident.SERVICE: Daniel was outstanding and friendly to my family. Both the Mesa location and this one have, in my opinion, set the standard for restaurant service. Give this man a good tip!ATMOSPHERE: Welcoming and casual. Perfect. Parking was plentiful here, unlike the Van Buren location, which I couldn't even park at, so I came here.Thanks, Gus's. We have a great dinner with no complaints. We would come back often and recommend to anyone!Parking: Plenty of free parking at this location.Kid-friendliness: Kid-friendliness to all.“

4.5 Superb250 Reviews
The Macintosh New American • $$
2119 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Black and Bleu New York Strip
Short Rib 'Creole' Poutine
Chocolate Toffee Brownie
Southern Shrimp & Grits
Butterscotch Pecan Pie
Fried Brussels Sprouts
Bacon Mac and Cheese
Cajun Fish Sandwich
Chicken and Waffles
Braised Short Ribs

“Had a great time with friends having dinner here tonight. Justin was excellent. Food was great. Weather was perfect for patio dining. Overall great experience.Dietary restrictions: Wife is gluten free. They had lots of options.Kid-friendliness: Had an 8 year old dining with us. She enjoyed it as well. Good kid menu options.“

4.5 Superb245 Reviews
Gus's World Famous fried chicken downtown Phoenix Chicken Shop • $
341 W Van Buren St, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

2 Piece Dark Meat Meal with Mac and Cheese and Baked Beans
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Pickle Spears
Dark Chicken Meal
Sweet Potato Pie
Fried Mushrooms
Chicken Tenders
Tenders Plate
Chicken Wings
Mac & Cheese

“Came here for lunch and tried the chicken tenders, greens, mac and cheese, and fried pickles. The chicken tenders were big and crispy, which I loved. The greens and mac and cheese were good as well. The food was pretty hot, but that just means it's done fresh.“

4.6 Superb127 Reviews
Sweet Magnolia Smokehouse Barbecue • $
4929 E Chandler Blvd Ste 405, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Mac and Cheese
Peach Cobbler Cake Slice
Magnolia Dog Sandwich
Brisket and Chicken
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Cornbread Muffin
Brisket Sandwich
Sliced Chicken
Baby Back Ribs
Pork Hot Link

“We tried this for the first time today. We only got one meal because we wanted to try it first. IT WAS PHENOMENAL. Sometimes food near closing is mediocre, dry, tasteless. This was not the case. Everything tasted so fresh and it was just what I needed. The beef ribs, Mac and cheese and sweet potatoes oh my goodness. I am so happy we found this establishment and very very glad to support, we will be back. Keep up the great work! :)“

4.5 Superb100 Reviews
AT JL Smokehouse Barbecue • $
2010 E Broadway Rd, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork Sandwich
Hot Water Corn Bread
Pulled Pork PO'Boy
Rib Tips Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
Brisket and Ribs
Mac and Cheese
Peach Cobbler
BBQ Spaghetti
Mac N Cheese

“The food here is AMAZING! You wouldn't expect it from the small restaurant, but the menu packs a punch. The brisket is amazing, the oxtail dinner is definitely a must, and take your pick of their sides-- you won't be disappointed. Definitely on my list of top 3 BBQ places in “

4.4 Superb128 Reviews
Southern Fried Southern • $
1638 E Southern Ave, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

1 Piece Catfish and 5 Piece Wings Combo
2pc Catfish with 5 Shrimps Meal
Hot Link Sandwich
Chicken Tenders
Jaylove's Sauce
Chicken Wings
Fried Zucchini
Fries
Fish

“My son and I went out just looking for some place to have lunch today, and this is where we ended up. There isn’t much for dining in, but the food was really really good. Well seasoned and hot to order. My son got a burger and I got the catfish and neither of us were disappointed. Everyone was friendly and you can tell that everyone that came in there loved it. We will definitely be back again :)“

4.5 Superb62 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
21611 N 26th Ave, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Chicken Fried Chicken Breakfast
Two Buttermilk Pancakes
Biscuits and Corn Bread
Southern Fried Chicken
Country Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Chicken
Friday Only Fish Fry
Country Fried Steak

“Usually always depend on Cracker Barrel for good food and service. Not here, service was bad, food was absolutely horrible and at check out we stood and waited for about 5 minutes before the person helped. Never bothered to even acknowledge me standing there. Don't go to this Cracker Barrel“

4.2 Good260 Reviews
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken Chicken Shop • $$
4723 E Ray Rd, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

1 Dark Thigh & 1 Dark Drum with Potato Salad and Beans
Half Chicken Extra Side of Mac and Cheese
Chicken Mac and Cheese and Potato Salad
Sweet Potato Pie Allegedly
Chess Pie with Ice Cream
Fried Chicken Dinner
Fried Green Tomatoes
Pecan Pie Slice
Fish and Chips
Chicken Wings

“I'm from Memphis and frequented the Gus's in downtown for years, so excited they began franchising, I went to Ray rd and it's just the same perfect fried chicken. This is the ONLY fried chicken I will eat. Forever a Gus's fan!“

4.2 Good130 Reviews
NakedQ BBQ Barbecue • $
2340 W Bell Rd, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork Sandwich Platter with Cole Slaw and Potato Salad
Chopped Brisket Sandwich
Cornbread Muffins
Hand Pulled Pork
Brisket and Ribs
Mac and Cheese
Brisket Plate
Meat Platter
Mac & Cheese
Hot Links

“One of the top 2 BBQ place in Maricopa county I enjoy the brisket sandwich and the pudding, the ice tea is very authentic and the sauce is to die for I really enjoy this place and it seem clean and is super tasty. Go to this place you will not be disappointed.“

4.2 Good61 Reviews
Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles Chicken • $$
1220 S Central Ave, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Lo-Lo Waffle 2x Fried Chicken 3x 2x Breast & 1x Wing
Ya-Ya’S Honey Chicken Biscuit
Puff’S Chicken Tender Basket
Aunt Portia’S Chicken Omelet
Uncle Brotha’S Shrimp & Grits
Aunt Portias Chicken Omelette
ABC’S Shrimp Mac & Cheese
Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles
Lil Sis Egg White Omelet
Fried Green Tomatoes

“Always good to eat there. Ate there since they was a small spot and now blown up. But the original spot is the best by far atmosphere and all. Food is worth the wait. You like chicken and waffles then spot by and get a belly full. Thanks, Lo-Lo's always satisfied when we leave.“

4.1 Good176 Reviews
Lo-Lo's Chicken and Waffles Soul Food • $$
3133 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale

Customers` Favorites

Uncle Brotha's Shrimp and Grits
Puff’S Chicken Tender Basket
Fried Chicken and Waffle
Chicken Fried Chicken
Blackened Fish Dinner
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken and Waffles
Macaroni and Cheese
Blackened Catfish
Smothered Chicken

“The only thing is differentiating happy hour liquor from well liquor. I ordered a well drink and it turned out it wasn’t a happy hour price. Well liquors at any restaurant are considered happy hour prices. I paid $5 for one gin and $8 for a well gin. If I had known, I would have purchased the $5 Gin other than that I enjoyed my experience.“

4 Good183 Reviews
THE POST Southern • $$
4300 E Washington St, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Create Your Own Omelet

“My friend happened to need an overnight in Phoenix due to a cancelation in her flight. I picked her up from the airport and she booked a night at the Hilton Garden Inn. We plugged in a restaurant she knew that showed as nearby only to find that one was inside the airport. Now it's 9pm and most places were closing. Googled again and found a listing for "The Post" that closed at 11p. Hilariously, it was located where? Inside the Hilton which we didn't realize until pulling back into the parking lot. ?The chalk board name for the bar/restaurant area said "The Perch", not "The Post", so unclear on why that was different.We both agreed that the calamari and green dip was actually pretty good for a little hotel lobby bar, as was the cheese quesadilla which came with green sauce, guacamole, and sour cream.Seating areas were cozy, but the area isn't large. Staff was very good, so if you go be good to them and they'll be good to you.No pictures of food or location again because we were focused on our surprise visit and too hungry for pausing. Hope you go and share the pictures I didn't.“

3.7 Good23 Reviews
Lo-Lo's Chicken and Waffles Soul Food • $$
3400 Sky Hbr Blvd, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Waffles

“5 stars for Brooklynn our server. She knew the menu and checked it n us multiple times to see if we needed anything and to keep us updated on our food order. Always come here when I am in town. Prices have definitely gone up in the last couple of months but it is a must on my places to visit. Love the big jar of grape koolaid!“

3.5 Good15 Reviews
Stacy's Off Da Hook BBQ and Soul Food Soul Food • $
1804 W Glendale Ave, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Smothered Pork Chops
Red Beans and Rice
2 Meat Combo Plate
Fried Chicken
Fried Catfish
Banana Pudding
Mac N Cheese
Pulled Pork
Rib Tips
Sandwich

“Yummy! Yummy!? I normally don't give reviews but I just want to inform anyone that's looking for some good soul food this is the spot! Do not judge a book by its cover meaning the outside. But it does not have anything to do with the cook cooking when I come there. I ordered the three-piece catfish greens and yams and peach cobbler. You will not be disappointed keep cooking that good food“

3.8 Good108 Reviews
Charlie Mae's Southern Bistro Soul Food • $
2319 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Smothered Pork Chops with Loaded Mash Potatoes & Gravy and Premium Mac & Cheese
Fried Catfish Mashed Potatoes and Corn
Fried Catfish Candied Yams and Greens
3pcs Fried Chicken Thighs and Coleslaw
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Southern Green Beans
Red Velvet Cake Slice
Chicken and Waffles
Smothered Chicken
Chicken Sandwich

“I ordered on Uber Eats and let me tell you something, the food was so delicious! There are some price differences online but that’s my only concern. The pulled pork was tender, the breading on the fish was crunchy and seasoned nicely and the Mac and cheese was very good.“

3.8 Good130 Reviews
Mrs. White's Golden Rule Cafe Southern • $$
808 E Jefferson St, Phoenix

Customers` Favorites

Golden Brown Southern Fried Chicken Piping Hot Smothered Chicken
Chicken Fried Steak w Brown Gravy
Juicy Chicken Fried Steak
Fried Chicken Dinner
Smothered Pork Chops
Rice with Gravy
Mac and Cheese
Sweet Potatoes
Black Eye Peas
Catfish Plate

“I ordered catfish with greens and macaroni and cheese. The greens were legit and the macaroni and cheese was good too! The catfish came out piping hot so that was nice (taste good too). I also ordered some peach cobbler which did not disappoint. I was hoping to try the red velvet but they didn't have any. I'm glad I finally made it here because I've been wanting to try this place for a minute now. The only negative thing I have to say is that they seriously need to upgrade their upholstery.“

3.6 Good106 Reviews
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