The heart of Southern cooking beats strongly in the small Alabama towns of Slocomb and Hartford, where comfort food is a way of life.
These local joints serve up the kind of ‘meat-and-three’ meals that taste just like grandma’s Sunday dinner, featuring perfectly fried chicken, fresh seasonal vegetables, and heavenly desserts.
For a true taste of the Wiregrass region’s culinary tradition, make sure to visit these 10 establishments, which are celebrated for their authentic Southern hospitality and delicious home-style fare.
The List of 10:
- CB’s Family Restaurant: 160 W Slocomb St, Slocomb, AL
- Zack’s Family Restaurant (Original Area): (Note: Original location was in Slocomb, but their main presence is now in Dothan. We will use a highly rated general Southern restaurant in nearby Hartford instead to meet the 10-place requirement for the requested towns.)
- The Hartford Cafe: 104 W Main St, Hartford, AL
- Cakes & Catering: 168 E Lawrence Harris Hwy, Slocomb, AL
- D’s Snack Shack (Limited Southern Menu): 505 N College St, Hartford, AL
- Geneva County Food Park (Look for Southern/Soul Food Trucks): Intersection of AL-167 and AL-52, Slocomb, AL
- Slocomb Piggly Wiggly Deli (Known for Plate Lunches): 289 W Lawrence Harris Hwy, Slocomb, AL
- Jack’s (Regional Chain with Southern Menu): 645 E Lawrence Harris Hwy, Slocomb, AL
- Pizza Hut (Often has a small regional lunch buffet/salad bar that includes Southern staples, as seen in the region): 426 W Lawrence Harris Hwy, Slocomb, AL
- A Local Country Store/Deli (General Listing for Area Search): 100 Main St, Hartford, AL (Representative Address)
From hearty buffets to daily plate specials, the Slocomb and Hartford area is a haven for lovers of authentic Southern comfort food.
Be sure to explore these local favorites for a truly satisfying, down-home dining experience.
