Betty Maes in Huntsville

2007 N Memorial Pkwy #L, Huntsville, AL 35810, United States

★★★★☆
(811 reviews)
Categories: Soul food restaurant Restaurant

About

Bustling, family-run operation offering soul food & Southern eats in simple digs during lunchtime.

Website
bettymaes.restaurantsnapshot.com
Address
2007 N Memorial Pkwy #L, Huntsville, AL 35810, United States
Plus Code
QC22+MP Huntsville, Alabama, USA
Time Zone
America/Chicago

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–3 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11 AM–3 PM
Friday
11 AM–3 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
11 AM–3 PM

Services

Service options
Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Highlights
Great dessert Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch Dinner Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet Assistive hearing loop
Offerings
Comfort food Quick bite Small plates
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Trendy
Crowd
Groups Tourists University students
Planning
Accepts reservations Usually a wait
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
811 reviews

Most Mentioned

red velvet cake (18) peach cobbler (18) grandmother (11) turnip (10) fried pork chop (9) fried okra (8) chicken and dressing (7) meat and three (7) country fried steak (6) wall (5)
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★★★★★
November 11, 2024

If you want to eat food like your grandma used to make, this is the spot.. I can't praise the chicken and collards highly enough. The yams were a little sweet for my personal preference, but don't you dare think I didn't eat all of them... I'm looking forward to getting back in there for lunch next time I'm on that side of town. These folks know what's up in a kitchen.

★★★★★
September 13, 2024

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!!!

★★★★★
June 2, 2024

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!!!😊 🤤

★★★★★
May 15, 2024

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!!

★★★★
April 18, 2024

This was my first visit to Betty Mae’s and it was a pleasant experience! The restaurant was clean, the customer service was good and the wait wasn’t long at all! You definitely have to come early if you want certain items though. They were out of pound cake and meatloaf. The chicken was fried and seasoned to perfection and the banana pudding and sweet potato pie were delicious! The only complaint that I have is that my black eyed peas were a bit salty and cold. I’d definitely dine here again!

★★★★★
April 1, 2024

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.

★★★★
March 13, 2024

This was my 1st time here. We placed a togo order: smothered porkchop, collard greens, yams, cornbread muffin, and pound cake; hubby had fried chicken thighs (rice/gravy which was not provided). The meats and pound cake were very good; the collard greens were a little hard but eat able, yams were sweet. Hubby was mad the rice/gravy wasn't in there.

★★★★★
March 24, 2023

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!

★★★
Local Guide
December 20, 2024

Food wasnt that great. Cornbread wasnt cornbread . Mac & cheese needs to be more cheesy and creamy. Not much for vegetarians

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 8, 2024

Amazing southern soul food with large portions at an affordable price. It you are eating here for lunch, prepare to nap or vegetate hard afterward.

December 1, 2024

If I could give them 0 stars I would. The worst soul food I ever had . The gravy on top of the meat was grease you can see. I would never eat there again. People that works there are rude.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The best soul food !!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Incredible big backtivities

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Everytime I eat there it is good and hot. Just like I like it. They also cook fresh for you.

★★★
October 22, 2024

I ordered fried green tomatoes with my meal but by the time we got home I discovered they were not there. I called them back several times but no answer. Didn t think it was worth driving back so close to closing. However, don t like the idea of paying for food I didn t receive. Food was decent but definitely not a five star experience, regrettably.

October 22, 2024

The yams look days old, greens taste like they came out the can and crunched in salt and the peach cobbler stale and burnt! I didn t even waste my time complaining because the young lady up front wasn t welcoming at all! Vegetarian options: Several

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Food was so good! Will definitely be back for the fried chicken!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

That country fried steak is everything! All the food is amazing!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

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!

★★
August 22, 2024

The food is great, if youre able to get it. The hours of operation are super spotty. Over half the time I go, they are not open. I went this past Monday, 7/29/2024, there were a half dozen people waiting outside the door for them to open at 11am, and there was no one inside, and nothing on the door or windows indicating they wouldnt be opening. Its super disappointing when youve decided to go here for a meal only to be disappointed and have to change your plans.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Collard greens were extraordinary!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

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!

★★★
August 22, 2024

Great service and atmosphere! The fried chicken had a great brine and was crispy. We were truly looking forward to our lunch. Unfortunately, the chicken had a fish flavor, like it was fried in the same grease as fish. The fried tomatoes were soggy & bland. The okra batter was visible under cooked. The Mac & cheese, was soupy and bland. The fried fish was underwhelming. We were very disappointed. Hopefully when we patronize this establishment again, we will have a better experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

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!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Great customer service. Pleasant Environment Amazing fish Ill be back Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Best fried chicken ever had. Service is great.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Great food. Great customer service with a smile.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Fried chicken, greens, and okra were very good. Country fried steak wasnt so good.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

You can t miss with Betty Mae s!!!! Southern Hospitality Personified!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Food was amazing and the employees were nice and friendly ! Will be coming here often

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

The food is always fresh and well seasoned. Customer service is very good and attentive to your needs.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

The food was fantastic. The sitting area was clean. However, floors were a bit sticky. Would definitely come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

The food and service here were amazing.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

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.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

What a sweet surprise! Love the service and the food. Not over priced at all. I will be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Soul food at its best!

★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Get it to go

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Good breakfast

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Fantastic All Around.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

I m from Hillsboro Alabama but live in Rockford Illinois and baby down here visiting family the food was

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Delicious fried chicken! Dont forget to buy some red velvet cake!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

If you don t feel like cooking, but want a nice meal Betty Mae s is the place for you. I m a creature of habit so the fried catfish, collard or turnip greens and macaroni and cheese or yams is my goto meal! My husband has had the fried pork chops, the ox tails and pinto beans and he loves it also. It also comes with a drink, either lemonade or kool-aid and dessert. I have never been disappointed and the portions are enough. The staff is always pleasant.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

In my top ten places to eat East of the Mississippi River!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Best soul food in Huntsville. Huge servings, seasoned to perfection, and piping hot deliciousness!

★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

I cant rate it as it closed. we were disappointed there were about 20 other patrons that showed up as well that were upset. After looking on Facebook, it started to have a family issue. It is hard to know when you are out of town. Will definitely look at Facebook first for now on lesson learned. May give it another chance when in huntsville hope all is well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Food was ridiculous

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Very good ...loved the cornbread!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Everything was perfect from the customer service to the food will definitely be back

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

This place is the real deal. Just outstanding. The best turnip greens I ve ever had at a restaurant. The smothered chicken and yams were awesome. I ll definitely be back!

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

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.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Best fried chicken in town!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

My first time to dine at Betty Maes! 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.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The friendly service was great

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I loved it! Ive never seen greens cooked from scratch right before your very eyes. YUM YUM YUM Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

She was nice enough to trust me to bring her money back when the machine was down being that Im a regular customer..... The service was great and food was immaculate.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

I had the fried pork chop, collard greens and Mac & cheese. The crispy, perfectly seasoned pork chop was the star! Piping hot, golden brown, and delicious! Sadly the greens were cold, which I did not like, and I wasn t a fan of the Mac and cheese but the pork chop made up for the sides. The corn bread was also really good, with just a hint of sweetness. I ate every bit of that delicious golden fried pork chop, and the warm corn bread. The entire lunch, drink and cake included, was less than $12. Such a great deal for a really tasty lunch! Vegetarian options: Greens, cabbage, Mac & cheese, yams, black eyed peas, and more. Kid-friendliness: Family friendly restaurant.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Betty Maes has some of the best foods.

★★★
December 22, 2023

The red velvet cake is awesome but everything else is underwhelming in my opinion. They have a very friendly staff though.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Catfish TOP TIER!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Good!!! Need I say more.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best Turnip greens I ever had !

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Chicken and dressing is actually smothered chicken with a side of dressing. Dressing way too salty also forgot the roll and 1 of the 2 sides, the jesus eggs. We drove all the way back over there for the eggs after we had already made it home. If we wouldve known what they tasted like and that it was literally 1 egg, 2 halves, that we drove back for I wouldnt have. It simply wasnt worth the gas. They would not answer the phone cause we tried calling. Husband got the catfish and said it was also way too salty. He asked for cornbread and got a roll. The guy at the front just responded with my bad as of it didnt even matter. Well if our service doesnt matter and we cant even recieve everything we order we just wont spend money here anymore. Second bad experience for us and we have only been here twice.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We stopped here on our way to TN. Outstanding lunch! The collard greens were spot on, not too salty. Cant find lunch this reasonable anywhere. Made me remember my grandmas cooking!

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The hours are inconsistent and so is the food.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This place has excellent food. I have never had a bad item. Friendly staff and quick service. They always seem to have a line of folks waiting which is a good sign of quality food. The line moves fast though. A+

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I was comfortable and enjoyed the environment

★★
December 22, 2023

Waited 45min-1hr and was informed that an item on the menu was out and to choose another item. Chose another item and waited another 20 mins later. Check on order again and staff was confused as to who was working my order. Requested money back and immediately orders received. Make it home and one of my orders had 1 side which shouldve been 2 and the other was incorrect. This was my 1st time Experience......

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Their cornbread is sweet cornbread, just as a heads up. Fried okra was good. Fried green tomatoes were okay. Would not recommend the catfish. Peach cobbler was good.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food, but close early frequently, their phone is always disconnected , multiple phone number listed between on the store/Google/Yelp/website. It is hard to support BOBs when they dont answer their phones for call-ins, dont invest in legitimate websites, and lock their doors during their hours of operation. Like if you want to lock up at 2:30 or 2:45, just close at 2:30 or 2:45.

★★
December 22, 2023

very disappointing...waited in line for 30 minutes to place order on a Sunday...then waited one hour longer and finally checked on our 2 catfish orders to find out the orders were lost....Got meal with desserts and bread missing because they ran out...Very disorganized...catfish was cold and had no flavor...sides were good and well seasoned...not impressed and not worth waiting 5 minutes for....would have had better food and service from a fast food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Love food and atmosphere

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Update: I tried again at 2:13 pm and they are closed. The sign says 3:00pm.? Haven t been here in years and the one day I come, they are out of everything. I get it and then I ordered chicken and dressing and wasn t even told that s not what they even have. The cash register went down. And, I ve waited almost 2 hours for nothing! I get they are busy but, this was too much! To be fair they did offer a free meal. But, it just wasn t a good impression.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

The food was excellent the service good but had no plastic forks or spoons.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I just did this to get them over 666 reviews. But Im pretty sure theyre good.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Just freaking amazing customer service was great food was out of this world I would come here every day if I could the only downfall is there only open 11-3 and need to be open 24/7! This place is to die for

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

It was soooo good and its my first time in this bigger location . My family was visiting and want to eat here whenever they visit.

★★
December 22, 2023

Some of my food was still frozen and I didnt get most of my food they were out of food the substitute was not added to my order

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Absolutely Loved the Food and the People even more. I will be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Delicious, authentic soul food. While the wings were small, it was some of the best fried chicken I ve ever had. Highly recommend the okra as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This place is outstanding and never disappoints!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Dont let the appearance fool you, the food is Bomb!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Always good never disappointed I stop by everytime Im in Huntsville better get you some....

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best soulfood in Huntsville

★★★
December 22, 2023

I have tried this restaurant twice in each time the food has been very salty that you cannot eat the food, they give you a generous amount the service was great but the food is extremely salty we had to just throw the away whoever is seasoning the is definitely over seasoning with the salt it was horrible with all just a waste of almost $40 dollars the red velvet cake was delicious

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Always looking for soulful food when I visit different states outside of Texas. I must say this food was awesome. Met the owner and she was very nice...she hates Texas heat lol. If Im ever back in Alabama Ill definitely be back to eat here...food was fresh and Hot as it should be.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Wednesday are my day! Neck bones are the best day!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

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

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

A lot of food for the money. Very good food and service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Outstanding home-style food! Best fried chicken I have ever had - dropped in the fryer when your order is made. Great selection of sides. Posting after my first visit. I can attest that the fried green tomatoes, cabbage, pinto beans were excellent. Desserts come with the meals - peach cobbler and pound cake were excellent. 96 Health Department score.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best soul food every . Catfish was on pointe not greasy at all .The cabbage and bean was delicious.And that sweet Tea 100% old school so good.

★★★
December 22, 2023

Vegetarian options: Veggie plate. Need cleaning inside and floors are sticky, windows are dirty, lemonade is too sugary. Recommended dishes

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

My family and I ate here for lunch Sunday afternoon and it was so good. We tried the fried chicken, fried catfish, and chicken and dressing and we all left so full and with a good portion leftover for later. Fried okra, fried green tomatoes, mac and cheese, yum! Loved it all...cant forget to mention the honey bun cake...oh lord was it good. We will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The best country cooking in town. You cant go wrong with anything. Its a simple place to eat, but everybodys friendly and theyll take care of you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Some of the best food Ive had in all my 3 days in Huntsville! Fried chicken was amazing- soaked, seasoned, breaded, and fried perfectly! Had to have the Mac and cheese, cornbread, fried corn, and sweet potato pie. Mac was stovetop style, but good. The cornbread was a nice little mini mugfin- crunchy and soft. The corn was buttery and the pie was sweet and delicious. It was more loose and spices than others Ive had but I liked it. My wife had an order of Jesus eggs which were delicious. Come here if you want to eat good! Lots of folks do- the place was almost packed on a Monday afternoon. Good job yall! Parking: In a strip mall. Im sure youll find a spot but you might have to walk a few yards.

★★★
December 22, 2023

Really wish they would just make it a buffet. It was so crowded that Sunday even with two cashiers. You have to order at the cash register then sit and wait on your food even when dining in. Too much. Go big. Or go out of business. You losing customers. I really wanted to patronize your business. Hang in there. Make some changes.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best Soul food to go in the area, with good prices

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Wow this place has the BEST home cooked food I have ever had in a restaurant! Had a friend to recommend them and Betty Mae did not disappoint!! You should try it very soon!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I have nothing bad to say about this place. The food was good. When it comes to soul food, she has it all in this place. Dont expect a five-star dining experience, but the food makes up for the atmosphere. When I get back to Huntsville, I will definitely make another stop as there are no places like this Saint Pete anymore.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Always so delicious!!!!!!!!

★★★
December 22, 2023

I had a pork chop that was cooked in fish grease, you cant tell me that they put any seasoning in the collards, l asked for yams, they were soupy, the pound cake could of been used for cornbread. The credit card machine wasnt working so you had to pay cash or cash app, that wasnt a problem, l just hate paying for lousy food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Nice little meat and three diner with HUGE portions!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

They were packed and still we received our food in a timely manner. Food was excellent. Will go back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very good food and service.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I sent for food on Sunday Feb 26 23 The cabbage was pure mush and salty. The chicken dressing... Little bones.. in the pulled chicken was a back bone and several Bone.. The corn bread was raw. The yams are ok.. The corn muffin was raw.. The pintos are salty as well. I paid twenty dollars for a plate that I CANT eat .. The Red velvet cake... Was good as usual.... Thanks for that... This is the first really bad experience I have ever had there... The food quality of the food has fallen off a bit. Truly disappointed

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

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.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Food was on point. Large portions. Excellent customer service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

GREAT FOOD! GOOD FOR THE SOUL.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I m not from this area, everyone was nice and the food was awesome

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good soul food is hard to come by in Huntsville. Of all the places around town, I dont think anyone is as consistent as Betty Maes. Every dish tastes the same every time. I would say they do a good job of the people they hire because everyone is friendly and informative. Good service is also hard to come by anywhere around the world these days, so I appreciate them greatly! And to top it all off, the prices are very reasonable. It is hard to go wrong with Betty Maes!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Genuine Huntsville gem, if you can make it before they re out of cake options, you re golden. Go for red velvet for sure! This is one of the most authentic southern restaurants you can find in Huntsville and it deserves a spot on the best restaurants in town. Inconspicuous at first glance, once you get a taste of the fried corn and greens you ll know just how valued this place is as a Huntsville classic.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food always!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

My favorite place to go for soul fool in Huntsville!! Not only is it tasty, but it s reasonably priced and the family affair type customer service is superb!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

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.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Delicious! Parking: Plenty of parking. Food : 5/5 |

December 22, 2023

My wife and I. Ate there today for lunch. October 31. It was so bad we couldnt not eat it. I had catfish. They cooked it in burnt oli. Could not eat it. My wife had there chicken and dressing. Was to hot to eat. To much pepper. We will not be back.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best southern food I ve had in Huntsville

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Get your food fast here! Many choices! Excellent desserts! One meat, 2 sides, roll or cornbread, dessert, and beverage. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This was my first time going today, 11/19 but will definitely be back. I had the turkey leg and it was delicious and tender. Im trying the catfish next time. The employees were very friendly, love this place. It will be a must the next time Im in Huntsville

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

One word Bussin! Is how I would describe the food! Had the tilapia and fried okra with mac n cheese. It was more food than I could eat. Friendly service and soul food at its best! Yall come hungry.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Betty Maes is one of the best restaurants in Huntsville, AL. The portions are huge and done so well, itll fill you up and feel like home. Try the smothered turkey legs, turnip greens, and corn bread. Got to get the Kool-aid too.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great ambiance and very nostalgic

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Service was great and the kool-aid is sweet!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Best soul food in Huntsville

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Okay but hear me out, I just ate here for the first time ever and I don t usually leave reviews but they deserve all the stars! Oh my heavens, Betty Maes, thank you :) The food was phenomenal. The staff was Hospitable. The daily special is a steal! Do yourself a favor and GO HERE NOW. RUN! Don t walk. You can thank me later!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Food good allllll the time!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

GREAT TURKEY LEGS AND VEGETABLES

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Food was good! Fish plates are really fish nuggets.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Food is for the Soul.. great spot.. can get a little crowded.. Food is Amazing

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

The best fried chicken in Huntsville! Parking: I glad Betty Mae moved to the Memorial Parkway. She has more parking lots now.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

We drove up from Florida and Googled Fried Chicken. Thank goodness this restaurant came up as number 1. WOW what great food! The fried chicken was akin to my mother s! The best chicken we have ever had in a restaurant. And the green beans and Mac & Cheese were outstanding. Will definitely visit again on our next trip through Huntsville. You have a gem here!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Phenomenal! Got the smothered turkey leg, collards, cabbage, and okra; ALL of it absolutely delicious.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Vegetarian options: Veggie Plate... Sides Galor* Kid-friendliness: They have a Kids Menu

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Soul food truly for the soul... Go to meal fried catfish, roll. yams, green and pound cake. Hint a drink comes with meal opt for another side. Promise you its good

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Although the food has fallen off a bit it is still work the visit. Price still good. Fast service.

★★
December 22, 2022

Today was the first day I visited Betty Mae s since they moved to the new location and I have to say I was very disappointed. The mashed potatoes was dry and unseasoned and so was the pork chop and the lemon cake was chunky. I decided to eat in and the tables were dirty and hadn t been cleaned. I will not be back!

December 22, 2022

I m from Cleveland oh someone told me that this was a good place to get Soulfood so I decided to try it. I drove all the way across town to get here walk in and be told we close early today it was 2:24 and the close time is posted as 3pm. We want to support our own but they make it so hard the lack of professionalism is something I will never understand ..definitely won t take this drive again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Food is always hot. Service is always friendly. Portions are generous

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Incredible food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Very good n tasty food

★★★
December 22, 2022

Went here for lunch with a friend. We had five plates to go. They forgot all of our bread and two plates were missing their second side. The catfish and chicken were very good. The greens, peach cobler, and beans all tasted awful and were clearly burnt. The food was not bad overall but definitely could be better.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Wasn t good like it was back when it was at the old location. The red velvet cake had the consistency of pie, the collards were chopped big and they were hard, the turkey leg was the best thing on the plate- good falling off the bone but the yams were also hard not even cooked all the way. A small cornbread muffin for all the food on the plate wasn t even sufficient. It tasted like boxed jiffy mix. I try to support my fellow black business owners but this just was not good. It was not IT and I spent 31$ on two plates for me and my husband, sad to say Money wasted.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Whew She Ready! Great taste on Smothered Turkey leg.

★★
December 22, 2022

My family and I dined in. Usually the food is pretty good but today it wasn t. I ordered a porkchop, macaroni, and cabbage. The porkchop had a lump in it, the cabbage was salty, and the macaroni taste like the box macaroni. We came from Tennessee and it wasn t giving!

December 22, 2022

Bugs in food

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I love this place i don t go to no other soul food places but here love it

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Everything I ordered they were out of, so we couldnt eat! We left very disappointed!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The food was hot, fresh, and it tasted great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Mac n cheese was so good!! Sweet potatoes perfect!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Vegetarian options: Long list of homemade veggies Food

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I always enjoy having Betty Maes when i want some good comfort food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

A local jewel , one of several LOCAL legit soul food kitchens we are lucky to have in this homogenized chain happy town . If you think Waltons or Blue Plate is good then you need to slap yo Momma and come to North Huntsville some non canned fresh food with TASTE !

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

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!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

We enjoyed our first visit to Betty Maes. The smothered turkey legs were tender and well seasoned, the greens and other vegetables were very authentic, the sweet potato pie was light and gingery, really good.

December 22, 2022

Kid-friendliness: Great customer service Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food and service from nice people. Great value with large portions. I will return to try other menu items. Parking: Plenty of parking