Simply Southern in Belmar (817 Belmar Plaza, NJ 07719)
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Family-owned nook offering down-home Southern dishes in a strip mall setup with a neighborhood vibe.
Simply Southern is located in Belmar (New Jersey state) on the street of 817 Belmar Plaza. If you want to ask about something we recommend contacting this place by phone. The Phone number is +17322439259. You can get more information from their website: http://www.simplysoutherncomfortfoods.com/. The coordinates that you can use in navigation applications to get to find Simply Southern quickly are 40.181055, -74.026513. Scroll down to find out opening hours, reviews and other important information about Simply Southern.
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Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
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Amenities
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Toilets
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Kids' menu
- Quick bite
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Highlights
- amenities.highlights.serves_dessert_notable
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
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- Dessert
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Danielle
If I could, I would give a 3.5 out of 5.0. The server/waitress gave off negative or unwelcoming energy. The attitude was a turn off. As far as the food, I enjoyed the fried catfish dinner, as it is served hot and fresh. The sides I ordered, potato salad and collard greens, were not pleasing to my palate. The mustard and celery seed overwhelmed the potato salad. The collard greens have a smoked liquid flavor, would prefer a different seasoning. The cornbread muffin is a teaser. The watermelon and strawberry drink is sweet, somewhat refreshing. I took bread pudding home, and it has a lot of nutmeg, which I'm not a fan. The portion size is more than adequate. There is a charge to use and credit card over cash. Visiting Belmar to go to the shore, maybe try it, but I don't plan on going back.
08.2022Danielle
If I could, I would give a 3.5 out of 5.0. The server/waitress gave off negative or unwelcoming energy. The attitude was a turn off. As far as the food, I enjoyed the fried catfish dinner, as it is served hot and fresh. The sides I ordered, potato salad and collard greens, were not pleasing to my palate. The mustard and celery seed overwhelmed the potato salad. The collard greens have a smoked liquid flavor, would prefer a different seasoning. The cornbread muffin is a teaser. The watermelon and strawberry drink is sweet, somewhat refreshing. I took bread pudding home, and it has a lot of nutmeg, which I'm not a fan. The portion size is more than adequate. There is a charge to use and credit card over cash. Visiting Belmar to go to the shore, maybe try it, but I don't plan on going back.
08.2022Danielle
If I could, I would give a 3.5 out of 5.0. The server/waitress gave off negative or unwelcoming energy. The attitude was a turn off. As far as the food, I enjoyed the fried catfish dinner, as it is served hot and fresh. The sides I ordered, potato salad and collard greens, were not pleasing to my palate. The mustard and celery seed overwhelmed the potato salad. The collard greens have a smoked liquid flavor, would prefer a different seasoning. The cornbread muffin is a teaser. The watermelon and strawberry drink is sweet, somewhat refreshing. I took bread pudding home, and it has a lot of nutmeg, which I'm not a fan. The portion size is more than adequate. There is a charge to use and credit card over cash. Visiting Belmar to go to the shore, maybe try it, but I don't plan on going back.
08.2022Danielle
If I could, I would give a 3.5 out of 5.0. The server/waitress gave off negative or unwelcoming energy. The attitude was a turn off. As far as the food, I enjoyed the fried catfish dinner, as it is served hot and fresh. The sides I ordered, potato salad and collard greens, were not pleasing to my palate. The mustard and celery seed overwhelmed the potato salad. The collard greens have a smoked liquid flavor, would prefer a different seasoning. The cornbread muffin is a teaser. The watermelon and strawberry drink is sweet, somewhat refreshing. I took bread pudding home, and it has a lot of nutmeg, which I'm not a fan. The portion size is more than adequate. There is a charge to use and credit card over cash. Visiting Belmar to go to the shore, maybe try it, but I don't plan on going back.
08.2022Angie
Yesterday, we used Simply Southern to cater my brother's surprise party. It was phenomenal. One our guests was from South Jersey and she said she would make the trip to visit the restaurant. I admired the professionalism. Others that provide private catering had no idea what to provide. "Just tell me what you want" is not a menu. Rashid advised that for an outdoor some of my choices would soften or dry out. It was a pleasant experience and we will use them again!
08.2022Angie
Yesterday, we used Simply Southern to cater my brother's surprise party. It was phenomenal. One our guests was from South Jersey and she said she would make the trip to visit the restaurant. I admired the professionalism. Others that provide private catering had no idea what to provide. "Just tell me what you want" is not a menu. Rashid advised that for an outdoor some of my choices would soften or dry out. It was a pleasant experience and we will use them again!
08.2022Angie
Yesterday, we used Simply Southern to cater my brother's surprise party. It was phenomenal. One our guests was from South Jersey and she said she would make the trip to visit the restaurant. I admired the professionalism. Others that provide private catering had no idea what to provide. "Just tell me what you want" is not a menu. Rashid advised that for an outdoor some of my choices would soften or dry out. It was a pleasant experience and we will use them again!
08.2022Angie
Yesterday, we used Simply Southern to cater my brother's surprise party. It was phenomenal. One our guests was from South Jersey and she said she would make the trip to visit the restaurant. I admired the professionalism. Others that provide private catering had no idea what to provide. "Just tell me what you want" is not a menu. Rashid advised that for an outdoor some of my choices would soften or dry out. It was a pleasant experience and we will use them again!
08.2022Andrea
This was my first time here, and I will definitely be back. I already shared this place with a few friends and recommended it. Food was fresh, hot and delicious. The catfish nuggets were the best I ever had. Catherine, our waitress was awesome. She was friendly and busted her butt waiting on the tables. I got tired watching her! Thank you for the great food and great service
06.2022Andrea
This was my first time here, and I will definitely be back. I already shared this place with a few friends and recommended it. Food was fresh, hot and delicious. The catfish nuggets were the best I ever had. Catherine, our waitress was awesome. She was friendly and busted her butt waiting on the tables. I got tired watching her! Thank you for the great food and great service
06.2022Andrea
This was my first time here, and I will definitely be back. I already shared this place with a few friends and recommended it. Food was fresh, hot and delicious. The catfish nuggets were the best I ever had. Catherine, our waitress was awesome. She was friendly and busted her butt waiting on the tables. I got tired watching her! Thank you for the great food and great service
06.2022Andrea
This was my first time here, and I will definitely be back. I already shared this place with a few friends and recommended it. Food was fresh, hot and delicious. The catfish nuggets were the best I ever had. Catherine, our waitress was awesome. She was friendly and busted her butt waiting on the tables. I got tired watching her! Thank you for the great food and great service
06.2022Lovely
My food was delicious. I noticed the after we left the server didn’t charge us for the our drinks. Perhaps Beverages and bottled water are included in the meal.. idk. This was our first time. We’ll definitely be back with more ppl with big appetites.
05.2022Lovely
My food was delicious. I noticed the after we left the server didn’t charge us for the our drinks. Perhaps Beverages and bottled water are included in the meal.. idk. This was our first time. We’ll definitely be back with more ppl with big appetites.
05.2022Lovely
My food was delicious. I noticed the after we left the server didn’t charge us for the our drinks. Perhaps Beverages and bottled water are included in the meal.. idk. This was our first time. We’ll definitely be back with more ppl with big appetites.
05.2022Lovely
My food was delicious. I noticed the after we left the server didn’t charge us for the our drinks. Perhaps Beverages and bottled water are included in the meal.. idk. This was our first time. We’ll definitely be back with more ppl with big appetites.
05.2022Jenny
We really found this place on accident literally. Was the best food and hospitality best part it is a BYOB!! My husband and I were reading the menu outside and this gentleman came outside and said you won’t be disappointed he was right! Definitely going back! Thank you simply southern for the hospitality and the best southern food I had in a while!!
04.2022Jenny
We really found this place on accident literally. Was the best food and hospitality best part it is a BYOB!! My husband and I were reading the menu outside and this gentleman came outside and said you won’t be disappointed he was right! Definitely going back! Thank you simply southern for the hospitality and the best southern food I had in a while!!
04.2022Jenny
We really found this place on accident literally. Was the best food and hospitality best part it is a BYOB!! My husband and I were reading the menu outside and this gentleman came outside and said you won’t be disappointed he was right! Definitely going back! Thank you simply southern for the hospitality and the best southern food I had in a while!!
04.2022Jenny
We really found this place on accident literally. Was the best food and hospitality best part it is a BYOB!! My husband and I were reading the menu outside and this gentleman came outside and said you won’t be disappointed he was right! Definitely going back! Thank you simply southern for the hospitality and the best southern food I had in a while!!
04.2022Kathy
A new favorite! Loved the mac n cheese, seafood gumbo, and hush puppies. Small but very nice environment. I would order and pick up on the weekend, I'm sure it gets really packed. Will be returning in the near future.
03.2022Kathy
A new favorite! Loved the mac n cheese, seafood gumbo, and hush puppies. Small but very nice environment. I would order and pick up on the weekend, I'm sure it gets really packed. Will be returning in the near future.
03.2022Kathy
A new favorite! Loved the mac n cheese, seafood gumbo, and hush puppies. Small but very nice environment. I would order and pick up on the weekend, I'm sure it gets really packed. Will be returning in the near future.
03.2022Kathy
A new favorite! Loved the mac n cheese, seafood gumbo, and hush puppies. Small but very nice environment. I would order and pick up on the weekend, I'm sure it gets really packed. Will be returning in the near future.
03.2022Robert
Outstanding food and service... We came here to celebrate my son's 22nd birthday. He loves Southern style food. He was in food heaven... Mr. Simmons greeted us at the door with a smile and open arms. " Welcome, anything you need, dietary needs or restrictions, just let me know. " At the time for birthday dessert, he even came over to wish him a happy birthday !! Thank you all again for a wonderful time....
02.2022Sharon
So it was my first time trying food at thus restaurant, I love supporting black owned restaurants, especially for my birthday month. That being said, I came in on Sunday, ordered mac and cheese, crabcakes, crab bites, collard greens, and candied yams. I didn't get the crab bites, instead I got something that was maybe a fish bite of some kind, and this was after the supervisor had said he checked to make sure everything was okay. Crab cakes were just okay...too much filler. Collards, yams, and mac and cheese were good. I would like to give this place another shot, perhaps on another day, maybe dine in to ensure that I got what I ordered.🙄
02.2022Robert
Outstanding food and service... We came here to celebrate my son's 22nd birthday. He loves Southern style food. He was in food heaven... Mr. Simmons greeted us at the door with a smile and open arms. " Welcome, anything you need, dietary needs or restrictions, just let me know. " At the time for birthday dessert, he even came over to wish him a happy birthday !! Thank you all again for a wonderful time....
02.2022Sharon
So it was my first time trying food at thus restaurant, I love supporting black owned restaurants, especially for my birthday month. That being said, I came in on Sunday, ordered mac and cheese, crabcakes, crab bites, collard greens, and candied yams. I didn't get the crab bites, instead I got something that was maybe a fish bite of some kind, and this was after the supervisor had said he checked to make sure everything was okay. Crab cakes were just okay...too much filler. Collards, yams, and mac and cheese were good. I would like to give this place another shot, perhaps on another day, maybe dine in to ensure that I got what I ordered.🙄
02.2022Robert
Outstanding food and service... We came here to celebrate my son's 22nd birthday. He loves Southern style food. He was in food heaven... Mr. Simmons greeted us at the door with a smile and open arms. " Welcome, anything you need, dietary needs or restrictions, just let me know. " At the time for birthday dessert, he even came over to wish him a happy birthday !! Thank you all again for a wonderful time....
02.2022Robert
Outstanding food and service... We came here to celebrate my son's 22nd birthday. He loves Southern style food. He was in food heaven... Mr. Simmons greeted us at the door with a smile and open arms. " Welcome, anything you need, dietary needs or restrictions, just let me know. " At the time for birthday dessert, he even came over to wish him a happy birthday !! Thank you all again for a wonderful time....
02.2022Sharon
So it was my first time trying food at thus restaurant, I love supporting black owned restaurants, especially for my birthday month. That being said, I came in on Sunday, ordered mac and cheese, crabcakes, crab bites, collard greens, and candied yams. I didn't get the crab bites, instead I got something that was maybe a fish bite of some kind, and this was after the supervisor had said he checked to make sure everything was okay. Crab cakes were just okay...too much filler. Collards, yams, and mac and cheese were good. I would like to give this place another shot, perhaps on another day, maybe dine in to ensure that I got what I ordered.🙄
02.2022Sharon
So it was my first time trying food at thus restaurant, I love supporting black owned restaurants, especially for my birthday month. That being said, I came in on Sunday, ordered mac and cheese, crabcakes, crab bites, collard greens, and candied yams. I didn't get the crab bites, instead I got something that was maybe a fish bite of some kind, and this was after the supervisor had said he checked to make sure everything was okay. Crab cakes were just okay...too much filler. Collards, yams, and mac and cheese were good. I would like to give this place another shot, perhaps on another day, maybe dine in to ensure that I got what I ordered.🙄
02.2022Maria
Attendant was very attentive and courteous. Made sure our drinks were always full. Strawberry drink was delicious. Appetizers: Mac N' cheese: love it. Very cheesy, pasta was al dente. Candied bacon: liked it but the edges were rick hard. They may want to consider thinner slices. Fried green tomatoes: like it but it was more breading than tomatoes. Entrees: Shrimp and grits: delicious. Loved the cheese in them. My preference is to have the tails off, though. Fried pork chops: I added gravy to smother them. Very good. Tender. Stuffed shrimp: liked them. The stuffing is flour based. Seasoning was excellent. It could have benefited woth additional celery and onions to reduce the texture of too much flour or maybe mix in a little corn meal. Crab cakes: good but needed more crab. Same stuffing blend as stuffed shrimp. Sides: Corn on the cob: unique spicy seasoning. Loved it. Grits: Good Collard greens: good. Could have added fatback and bacon pieces Cole slaw: tasty. Corn bread: very good. Desserts: Bread pudding: best I ever had. Fried oreos and fried brownie: my daughter liked them. Family owned and owners presented themselves... Very friendly. Ms. Rita is a wonderful and sweet person. My daughter is autistic and sensitive to sound. The front door slams when open. She recommended to the owner to please see if he can adjust the door. He was receptive to her suggestion. Overall, it's a good place to eat. For this Texas born gal, I enjoyed having southern cooking again.
11.2021Maria
Attendant was very attentive and courteous. Made sure our drinks were always full. Strawberry drink was delicious. Appetizers: Mac N' cheese: love it. Very cheesy, pasta was al dente. Candied bacon: liked it but the edges were rick hard. They may want to consider thinner slices. Fried green tomatoes: like it but it was more breading than tomatoes. Entrees: Shrimp and grits: delicious. Loved the cheese in them. My preference is to have the tails off, though. Fried pork chops: I added gravy to smother them. Very good. Tender. Stuffed shrimp: liked them. The stuffing is flour based. Seasoning was excellent. It could have benefited woth additional celery and onions to reduce the texture of too much flour or maybe mix in a little corn meal. Crab cakes: good but needed more crab. Same stuffing blend as stuffed shrimp. Sides: Corn on the cob: unique spicy seasoning. Loved it. Grits: Good Collard greens: good. Could have added fatback and bacon pieces Cole slaw: tasty. Corn bread: very good. Desserts: Bread pudding: best I ever had. Fried oreos and fried brownie: my daughter liked them. Family owned and owners presented themselves... Very friendly. Ms. Rita is a wonderful and sweet person. My daughter is autistic and sensitive to sound. The front door slams when open. She recommended to the owner to please see if he can adjust the door. He was receptive to her suggestion. Overall, it's a good place to eat. For this Texas born gal, I enjoyed having southern cooking again.
11.2021Maria
Attendant was very attentive and courteous. Made sure our drinks were always full. Strawberry drink was delicious. Appetizers: Mac N' cheese: love it. Very cheesy, pasta was al dente. Candied bacon: liked it but the edges were rick hard. They may want to consider thinner slices. Fried green tomatoes: like it but it was more breading than tomatoes. Entrees: Shrimp and grits: delicious. Loved the cheese in them. My preference is to have the tails off, though. Fried pork chops: I added gravy to smother them. Very good. Tender. Stuffed shrimp: liked them. The stuffing is flour based. Seasoning was excellent. It could have benefited woth additional celery and onions to reduce the texture of too much flour or maybe mix in a little corn meal. Crab cakes: good but needed more crab. Same stuffing blend as stuffed shrimp. Sides: Corn on the cob: unique spicy seasoning. Loved it. Grits: Good Collard greens: good. Could have added fatback and bacon pieces Cole slaw: tasty. Corn bread: very good. Desserts: Bread pudding: best I ever had. Fried oreos and fried brownie: my daughter liked them. Family owned and owners presented themselves... Very friendly. Ms. Rita is a wonderful and sweet person. My daughter is autistic and sensitive to sound. The front door slams when open. She recommended to the owner to please see if he can adjust the door. He was receptive to her suggestion. Overall, it's a good place to eat. For this Texas born gal, I enjoyed having southern cooking again.
11.2021Maria
Attendant was very attentive and courteous. Made sure our drinks were always full. Strawberry drink was delicious. Appetizers: Mac N' cheese: love it. Very cheesy, pasta was al dente. Candied bacon: liked it but the edges were rick hard. They may want to consider thinner slices. Fried green tomatoes: like it but it was more breading than tomatoes. Entrees: Shrimp and grits: delicious. Loved the cheese in them. My preference is to have the tails off, though. Fried pork chops: I added gravy to smother them. Very good. Tender. Stuffed shrimp: liked them. The stuffing is flour based. Seasoning was excellent. It could have benefited woth additional celery and onions to reduce the texture of too much flour or maybe mix in a little corn meal. Crab cakes: good but needed more crab. Same stuffing blend as stuffed shrimp. Sides: Corn on the cob: unique spicy seasoning. Loved it. Grits: Good Collard greens: good. Could have added fatback and bacon pieces Cole slaw: tasty. Corn bread: very good. Desserts: Bread pudding: best I ever had. Fried oreos and fried brownie: my daughter liked them. Family owned and owners presented themselves... Very friendly. Ms. Rita is a wonderful and sweet person. My daughter is autistic and sensitive to sound. The front door slams when open. She recommended to the owner to please see if he can adjust the door. He was receptive to her suggestion. Overall, it's a good place to eat. For this Texas born gal, I enjoyed having southern cooking again.
11.2021Donna
Very sad to say that this was a big mistake. The food was the worst. The menu was very different from the website online then in the restaurant. Whoever heard of mac & cheese as an appetizer not a side with fried chicken? Where was the seasoning on the chicken? The shrimp & grits looked like shrimp foo-young, simply disgusting and disappointing.
10.2021Donna
Very sad to say that this was a big mistake. The food was the worst. The menu was very different from the website online then in the restaurant. Whoever heard of mac & cheese as an appetizer not a side with fried chicken? Where was the seasoning on the chicken? The shrimp & grits looked like shrimp foo-young, simply disgusting and disappointing.
10.2021Donna
Very sad to say that this was a big mistake. The food was the worst. The menu was very different from the website online then in the restaurant. Whoever heard of mac & cheese as an appetizer not a side with fried chicken? Where was the seasoning on the chicken? The shrimp & grits looked like shrimp foo-young, simply disgusting and disappointing.
10.2021Donna
Very sad to say that this was a big mistake. The food was the worst. The menu was very different from the website online then in the restaurant. Whoever heard of mac & cheese as an appetizer not a side with fried chicken? Where was the seasoning on the chicken? The shrimp & grits looked like shrimp foo-young, simply disgusting and disappointing.
10.2021