Mama's Southern Sizzle
    Southern style fried pork chop with a golden crunch

    Phenix City, Alabama

    Mama's Southern Sizzle — Soul Food in Phenix City, AL

    Mama's Southern Sizzle — soul food restaurant in Phenix City, Alabama

    Real soul food, cooked from scratch every morning — oxtails, smothered pork chops, falling-off-the-bone ribs and homemade sides.

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    Pork chops smothered in rich brown gravy with onions

    Our Story

    A Family
    Tradition

    At Mama's Southern Sizzle, every plate starts before sunrise — greens simmering, cornbread in the oven, oxtails going low and slow. These are family recipes, cooked the way they always have been.

    Whether it's a weekday lunch plate, Friday fish, or Sunday dinner with the whole family — this is where Phenix City comes to eat.

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    The Experience

    Cooked with care, served with love

    Slow Cooked

    Oxtails, ribs and turkey wings cooked low and slow until they fall apart.

    Homemade Sides

    Five-cheese mac, collards, candied yams and dressing made from scratch daily.

    Daily Plates

    A different lineup every day, plus wings, burgers and sandwiches on the specials board.

    Catering

    Trays for church events, office lunches, birthdays and family gatherings.

    From the Kitchen

    Straight off the plate at Mama's Southern Sizzle

    Falling off the bone barbecue ribs
    Golden fried chicken, mixed pieces
    Pork chops smothered in rich brown gravy with onions
    Southern shrimp and grits
    Crispy fried okra
    Slice of homemade red velvet cake
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    Guest Reviews

    What our guests are saying

    "Some of the best soul food I've had in this area in a long time. Food was fresh, hot and very flavorful."

    — Gabe Hicks

    "She is so nice and your food is cooked fresh on the spot and a catfish and a cabbage it's good very very good"

    — Carolyn Smith

    "Southern Sizzler is more than just a restaurant; it is an embodiment of Southern warmth and hospitality. The owner’s commitment to accommodating guests’ dietary needs while maintaining the authenticity of traditional dishes is commendable."

    — True Believers Ministry

    Hungry Yet?

    Order a plate online or call ahead and we'll have it hot and ready. We can't wait to feed you.

    Call (706) 593-0469

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is Mama's Southern Sizzle known for?
    We're known for home-cooked soul food plates including Oxtails,Falling Off the Bone Ribs,Beef Tips with Rice,Homemade Meatloaf,Baked or Fried Chicken,BBQ Chicken,Smothered Pork Chop,Fried Pork Chops,Hamburger Steak,Slow Baked Turkey Wings,Turkey Neck,Fried Catfish Fillets,Fried Whole Catfish,Whiting Fillets,Chicken Wings,Veggie Plate, andChef Salad.
    What else is on the menu?
    Beyond the daily plates we serve sandwiches, homemade sides, desserts and drinks including Philly Cheese Steak,Juicy Hamburger,Chili Hot Dog,Pork Chop Sandwich,Rib Sandwich,5 Cheese Macaroni & Cheese,Collard Greens,Homemade Candied Yams,Homemade Cornbread Dressing,Homemade Potato Salad,Homemade Cole Slaw,Fried Okra,Green Beans with Smoked Turkey,Baked Beans,Southern Cabbage,Rice & Gravy,Yellow Rice,Mashed Potatoes,Field Peas,Squash,Broccoli Rice Casserole,French Fries,Cornbread & Rolls,Homemade Desserts, andSweet Tea & Lemonade.
    When can I visit?
    We serve Soul Food,Southern Comfort Food,Home Cooked Meals,Sunday Dinner,Fish Friday,Lunch, andDinner — the kitchen opens at 11am Wednesday through Saturday and at noon on Sunday.
    Do you offer delivery, takeout, or catering?
    Yes — we offer Takeout,Delivery, andCatering from our kitchen at 203 Seale Road, Phenix City, AL 36869.
    What areas do you serve?
    We serve Phenix City,Seale Road,Downtown Phenix City,Ladonia,Smiths Station,Seale,Russell County,Columbus, GA,Uptown Columbus,North Columbus,Fort Moore,Midland, GA,Cusseta, andOpelika & Auburn and the surrounding Phenix City and Columbus area.
    Is Mama's Southern Sizzle good for families?
    Absolutely — we're Family Friendly, andVegetarian Friendly with big portions and plenty of homemade vegetable sides.