Betty Maes

I visited twice before writing this review. I also previously frequented both G's and Sac's Kitchen. I will say this place is the best of the three!!!

What I loved... the catfish it is the best ever the outside is crispy the inside is soft and tender) absolute perfection, yams are just right, couple it with the cabbage and the cornbread. Then finish it off with red velvet cake or peach cobbler you can not go wrong.

Pardon my pictures, I went on two different days. The first time I went, I had catfish, yams, and greens. I was really hungry by the time I made it home, and I started eating before I took the pics. So that is not how your food comes for the fish plate.

What I liked was the chicken and dressing (it was a little salty but still edible). I had dressing at other places, and it just was not right. The flavor profile here is the closest I have found to my homemade dressing. The chicken was tender falling off the bone, and it was good. The greens were okay, but I prefer the cabbage.

The things I tried but will not order again...the menu says banana pudding but I noticed the young lady wrote down cookies...so I am guessing it should be cookies with banana pudding drizzle or something but it was not banana pudding.
I like baked mac n cheese, so this type is not my jam.

Overall, this is my go-to Soul Food place. The food is good, the people are nice, did I mention the food is good? The icing on the cake is for the price you pay for your meal, it also includes a drink and dessert.

You have to come check out Bettie Maes!!!

Oh my goodness this is soul food at its finest!!! I’m so glad we googled and found this spot on our travel north! The fried chicken is literally the best I’ve had! The collard greens were amazing as was the Mac and cheese, green beans, Cole slaw and potato salad! The cornbread was on point and the lemonade was fire! The ice tea was amazing and then we had dessert! The honeybun cake is nothing less than a home run as was the banana pudding! My lawd have mercy this place is beyond good!!!😊 🤤

The Holy Grail of southern food!! I can’t even begin to describe how good it is. I need more than 5 stars to rate it. I’ve been searching for this food for decades since I had to leave my southern home. I’ve traveled all over the south on vacations searching for the food I remember from my childhood and have never found anything as good as what I had growing up in Mississippi-UNTIL NOW!! And believe me, I have eaten at A LOT of southern restaurants. The fried chicken was the best I’ve ever had in my life. And I grew up mostly in Mississippi so that’s saying a lot! The turnip greens would make my southern grandmother jealous! Believe me, you won’t be disappointed in anything here!!

I wish i could give this place 100 stars. Very unassuming location but let me tell you.. outstanding in every possible way. Delicious food, amazing value, great people, and welcoming atmosphere. This is a gem just like the people who visit this location i got greeted even by the customers. Theyve streamlined the service and everyone behind the counter is amazing. I had the fried chicken- crispy yet juicy and tender and the portions are not for the weak. The mac was amazing the candied yams will be callin me in my dreams! The greens were tender but not mushy still had a bite and flavorful to the max! Get the corn bread and please do your taste buds a favor and go with the red velvet! (The sweet potato pie was recommended by a young lady behind the counter and i got it on my first visit she was right it was amazing as well) theres a special mix for the drinks that was out of this world so was the sweet tea . I will come back to this place everytime im in town.

My family and I were in Huntsville for a Volleyball tournament and decided to stop by Betty Mae’s for a delicious home-style meal. Even though we saw a long line inside, we knew it was worth the wait. The staff was exceptionally friendly and efficient in serving us promptly. The food was simply excellent and definitely lived up to our expectations. Betty Mae’s would be an excellent choice for a great Sunday meal after church. Without a doubt, I will be visiting again on my next trip to town.

Highly recommend for best of soul food! I had a massive fried pork chop and my friend had the catfish. Both terrific!

I only rated 4 star atmosphere bc not everyone will appreciate the local "hole-in-wall" type seating/dine-in experience. I absolutely loved it though!

I'm not really a soul food person but this place was highly recommended so we tried it out. I was reminded how I miss soul food. The food was delicious, fresh, and hot. The red velvet cake lasted me for 2 days!

Have mercy! I understand why Betty Mae’s is ranked in the top 10 fried chickens in AL. The chicken was seasoned, juicy, and five napkins at least. The veggies were good and the cornbread was flavorful. I cannot wait to dig into the banana pudding.

Awesome prices! The turkey leg was HUGE and delicious, well cooked. The okra side was also very well served. Three of us ate with 3 drinks and desserts for under $40 before tip and it was nice portion sizes. When people say traditional Southern food or Soul food, don't think greasy like I did, this was really well cooked and nothing was super oily. It was fried of course but fried well! I left without that heavy feeling you usually get when eating fried food, no bad reflux after either. The only negative is the older building, so be prepared for that if you're super picky about aesthetics, otherwise I am glad I trusted the girls at work and checked it out! (Kims and the Dark Side coffee shop next door are good spots as well, will definitely be back to all 3!)

The food was amazing! If you’re looking for good southern soulfood then look no more. Everything was juicy and delicious. The staff were very nice and accommodating.

Chicken & Dressing
Yams
Black eyed peas
Cornbread

Oxtails
Mac n cheese
Turnip greens
Cornbread

This is hands down the best soul food we’ve had in the area! The staff is the sweetest most helpful hard workers! What a wonderful experience! We will definitely be back!

Hands down the best soul food I've ever had in my life! This catfish will melt in your mouth. The okra is fresh and crispy! It is one of the best meals in Huntsville! A full meat and two with dessert and a drink! It's a big deal people!! Go there!

Where do I begin? We were looking to try a new spot for lunch this Sunday and found Betty Mae’s online. We went and placed a to go order. The food was like going home to gramma’s house for a warm meal and a big hug. The service was fabulous. Even with a long line food came out hot and quickly. Fried chicken was easily the best fried chicken we’ve ever eaten. We had green beans, okra, mac and cheese, and mashed potatoes with gravy as sides; they tasted just perfect. I don’t have room to taste my dessert yet but if it is even half as good as the main course… I’ll be in peach cobbler heaven.

My first time to dine at Betty Mae's!
Scrumptious SOUL FOOD!! I enjoyed every dish!! And the Sweet tea! Sweet tea is delish-- and SOUTHERNLY SWEET! 💖❣💖❣ add a touch of lemon.
This meal is WAYYYY more than I could eat!!
I think its reasonably priced.

I truly enjoyed the southern hospitality and great meal. The menu changes each day, great selection of sides. Excellent deal according to the amount of food given. The koolaid was flavorful—brought back memories from my childhood. It was wonderful having the opportunity to meet the owner, such a wonderful spirit, shining brightly.

So good!! I was visiting on vacation and I wish I could eat their food back home. Their catfish is beyond delicious and the neck bones were just as good! I was craving catfish so much since my great grandmother last made it back in the day and it was perfect. Friendly staff and fast service, highly recommended.

This has been one of my favorite spots for years!

Today I picked up their pot roast (sooo tender and flavorful), macaroni and cheese (cheesy goodness), turnip greens (ever so tender), cornbread, and cookie pudding - no bananas (my favorite dessert)!

This is how you Monday!!

The food here is amazing!!! Now that fried chicken and pork chop... best ever! Do yourself and your taste buds a favor and get over there!

Food was delicious and fresh. I didn’t like the honeybun cake as I think it needs more flavor and some vanilla in the icing. The meatloaf was delicious and so was the potato salad. 10/10 ⭐

Food, service, and atmosphere is excellent. This is the best you will find in huntsville!! The fried fish is amazing!