Welcome to Sam's Southern Restaurant, a charming spot nestled in Jacksonville, FL. This eatery has quickly garnered a reputation for its warm atmosphere and delightful Southern cuisine. Customers rave about the friendliness of the staff, who consistently greet diners with smiles and attentiveness, creating a welcoming environment for all who walk through the door.
The standout dish here is undoubtedly the jumbo shrimp, which patrons describe as "ridiculously huge" and perfectly cooked. From crispy fried shrimp to the savory chicken tenders, each dish is noted for its freshness and delicious flavor. The homemade Sam’s sauce adds an extra layer of enjoyment that keeps visitors returning for more. Many have highlighted the restaurant’s cozy vibe, making it an ideal spot for a laid-back meal or gathering with friends.
While the food takes center stage, the reviews also note the value for money, with generous portions that certainly won't leave you hungry. Overall, Sam's Southern Restaurant is celebrated not just for its flavorful dishes, but also for its excellent service and community spirit. Be sure to stop by and experience the Southern hospitality that has made this restaurant a local gem!
Amenities and More
Service options
Delivery
Drive-through
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Serves local specialty
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Comfort food
Food
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
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Reviews For Sam's Southern Restaurant
Betty Hodkiewicz
Jul 1,2025
This restaurant totally impressed me. The staff is very friendly, always smiling and really attentive. The food is delicious, and the atmosphere is so cozy perfect for hanging out and relaxing. You really feel welcomed here, definitely coming back.
Tamer ELMaadawy
Jun 6,2025
We ordered a variety of different food. Everything tasted fresh, crispy, and hot! If you're on Main Street looking for a nice clean and affordable spot to eat, you have to try this place. The jumbo shrimp are ridiculously huge, real jumbo! You have to try the homemade "Sam's sauce" excellent .The employees are always smiling and friendly too. I will be going back again real soon.
John Pelot
May 29,2025
Great shrimp (big)! I’ve had the chicken tenders, swai fried fish and the fried shrimp with fries and everything is fantastic. Even the dipping sauces were better than other fast food places. Recommended especially since you CAN eat in the dining area whereas you can’t at the chicken spot across the street (ahem). Go here anyway.
China May Cole
May 27,2025
I had to stop by here because I was curious to know what kind of atmosphere this restaurant brought to the neighborhood. This place is worth the hype and it's a real gem. The name jumbo shrimpblives up to their name. The presentation was wonderful, customer service is magnificent, glad to see more diversity in the neighborhood, food is fresh, it smells wonderful, they have reasonable prices, and the portions are superb. Pictures doesn't do the food justice as well as the flavors. I turned my plate over some trying to eat it lol. We had the po boy shrimp and chicken salad. We will definitely be back to try more food.. 8/14/22 we had the Philly cheese steak meal and the buffalo hot wing meal, everything was wonderful...here are a few more pics
Donald T
Apr 25,2025
The food was fresh and very tasty. The service was awesome, they continued checking if all was well or needed anything. One concern is it a mixed area of town and you get some loud forks, non-considering (kids) others' presence, eating & enjoying the place. But, nothing could be done with that.
Ethan Brickwood
Apr 10,2025
This is a hidden gem for seafood! A coworker told me about this place and I knew I had to check it out. I got fish and shrimp with fries and Mac n cheese to go. The food is great and affordable. It did take a little longer than most drive through places but I believe that’s because they cooked it fresh right when I ordered it. That’s worth the wait to me.
Yolanda Goodman
Mar 28,2025
Always on point . The Service is so wonderful . The atmosphere is good , the Food is Off the chain... Fantastic Restaurant, best one in the Springfield area. If you're in the area, you must get some Sam's fish. My favorite is Swai, Poor boy sandwich / grilled with their amazing coleslaw yummy yummy
Michael Estoy
Mar 21,2025
Solid choices everywhere so I’m making my way around the menu. Employees are super kind and accommodating. Love you can go heavy on the protein as an upcharge. Cheesesteak, jumbo shrimp, fish, and chicken strips all winners.
Reviews For Sam's Southern Restaurant