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Simmons Restaurant
Category: Restaurants Southern Southern [Edit]
516 N Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
Neighbourhoods: Third Ward, Fourth Ward
(704) 334-6640
- Hours:
Mon-Sat 11 am - 9 pm
Sun 11 am - 6 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Ambience:
- Dive-y
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
13 reviews for Simmons Restaurant
12 reviews in English
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Review from Danielle G.
Charlotte, NC
3/1/2011
A friend at work was having a bad day, and mournfully insisted that the only thing that would help was some soul food. Naturally, I was along for the ride.
Simmons is definitely one of 'those places.' You know, the one that people talk about when they brag that it's where "people who are really from the Carolinas" go, and it's apparent. This place is as holey in the wall as holes in the wall come.
Atmosphere: I think the best way to describe it would be nonchalant. When you walk in, they know you're there. People look up at you if you're not a regular. Yes, they'll clean off a table and seat you, make some chat, get your drinks and take your order at what is the epitome of the southern pace. If you're a foodie who taps their toe if it takes more than 5 minutes to wipe off a table, then this place isn't for you. If you have some time to kill and want to feel like you're eating in someone's kitchen that they extended to include a few other lucky people, then you've hit jackpot.
Service: I had to keep reminding myself that I wasn't related to this person. I love it when waitstaff have just the right amount of crabby/fussy/humor, and this was a prime example. The attitude was, "Hangon a dang minute, I'll get there when I get there, you'll eat what we give you, and girl you did NOT finish all of your vegetables."
Food: Mmmmmmm. Ribs are good, and I found out pretty quick that how fast you make nice is directly proportional to how much food you get. Luckily, I got saddled with leftovers. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone good, at a decent price, with that tangy sweet sauce that so many people like. I'm more of a smoky myself, but I can recognize good sauce when it's given to me. Complimentary cornbread at the beginning of the meal was plain and delicious, and the collards weren't that overly cooked mushy that I can't stand. Very good food experience.
Overall, one of those places where you go for the people just as much as the food, and a true southern food experience if there ever was one. If you can make decent convo, sit down and eat something delicious, and if not, gtfo, mon hommes. -
Review from Mike S.
1/19/2012
well well well (please push me in)
I remember (as everyone else has stated) back in the day when this was the spot. "Dot" (the owner) is/was a Church member of Community Outreach Christian Ministries and after "chuch" we would make our way.. as soon as se would see me.. Heyyyyy baaaby!!
yep.. please give me... BAKED CHICKEN (1/4), MAC & CHEESE, FRIED OKRA, DRESSING, and ARNOLD PARMER (TEA / LEMONAID). wth is this new thing called "the oboma tea".... my god!!
(my eyes are rolling in the back of my head as i type, singing...MEMORIESSSSSSSS, IN THE CORNER OF MY MINDDDDDDDDDDDDDD)
fast foward to current state of "Simmons".
This place being kinda a growing-up spot it saddens me to see it. Now it looks like it survied Katrina.
Fish - Not like it used to be.
Mac * Cheese - i agree w/ other reviews
okra - you'll probably get about 12 pieces (15 if your nice)
what happend to the plates, cups?? (as in real plates, spoons, forks etc) its all plastic and styrofoam.. signs the money is tigtening up.)
iF i return it will be just to speak and maybe pick up a drink (tea). -
Review from Tamesha C.
Kannapolis, NC
5/6/2012
I went to Simmons a week ago the Saturday of For Sister's Only the food and service were good. I went back this week the food and service were not good at all food was cold and not fresh and the service was not good they did not even come back to the table I just paid and left the food there.
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Review from Demetria M.
Charlotte, NC
Oh Simmons, I remember better days when you were the place for soul food in this town.....I wish I could turn back the hands of time to better food from you. I returned after all this time hoping you were back to your old self but what I found was not so good beef tips over rice, ok mac and cheese and collards. Perhaps this was an off day since the cook wasn't feeling well....I dunno but the banana pudding is exactly how I remember......fresh and yummy.
Listed in: The Soul of Charlotte
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Review from Tae-Sun K.
Charlotte, NC
10/13/2011
This place is too cute for words. The food is good. If you want authentic soul food -- fried chicken, mac-n-cheese, collards greens, bbq ribs -- this place will not let you down. If you want authentic service, this place will also not let you down. The tables are sticky, the decor afro-centric, no commitment to sustainability here (beverages and food are all served on styrofoam), and the owners will mess wicha if you give 'em half a chance . . . at least they did with me and my boyfriend. 3 stars for the food, 1 more star for the soul.
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Review from john b.
Charlotte, NC
1/19/2012
A friend and i decided to attend Simmons for luch 1/19/2012. I Ordered fried chicken and it was fried to hard, dry and greasy. The mac and cheese was missing real cheese. The greens was ok, but love the oboma tea. i remember back in the 90s when simmons was the number 1 soul food resturant, but know i don't think so. my friend and i wish we went to nana,s because regardless what i order, i am well satified.
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Review from Tai C.
Atlanta, GA
7/22/2010 2 photos
I found this place it was cool and close to my hotel. I got the fried chicken ,Mac and cheese, Collards and rice and gravy. I'm going to gym right after to work this off. So I can indulge in this down home southern cooking
This is part two of my review I came back the next day for lunch because the food here is so so so good. I got he smothered cube steak with rice ,Mac and cheese, and those lip smacking Collards greens. I wish I could box up this food take some back to Atlanta. I must say I will make a stop here at Simmons whenever I'm in Charlotte. This has got to be the best soul food restaurant in Charlotte. And its priced right very economical.
This food was so good , I went back the next day for lunch... -
Review from Julia M.
8/17/2011
Simmons is a small family owned restaurant tucked away in 4th Ward that has been around at least since 1989 or 1990 (I think that is when I first discovered it). They know how to cook up some southern fried goodness - their fried chicken is some of the best in the city. I can't resist their mac-n-cheese or sweet tea either! If you happen to save room, don't forget the peach cobbler for dessert!
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Review from ann j.
Charlotte, NC
5/30/2008
Great Southern/soul food with, like the other reviewer wrote, a lot of character. I've eaten here a few times and was never disappointed. I've had the oxtail and fried perch entrees, fried squash, yams, pintos, black-eyed peas, and collard sides. If I remember correctly, I also really liked the desserts. Do not judge this place by the cover.
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Review from Rose S.
Charlotte, NC
1/20/2011
I had the smothered cube steak w/mac & cheese & fried okra. My friend had the fried chicken w/cabbage & veggies. The smothered cube steak had to be drowned in gravy. The meat was so dry it was crumbling & took the entire jumbo fresh squeezed lemonade to eat. The mac & cheese was okay. The fried okra came from a bag & tasted like the fried breading but there was no distinguishable okra taste. The fresh squeezed lemonade resembles Hot dog on a stick & is supersweet. A jumbo size is like the biggest big gulp size you can get. I enjoyed the lemonade. Perfect for a summer day. My friend enjoyed the fried chicken, loved the cabbage, & veggies were par for the course. Being right across the st, I will go again & try a different dinner.
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Review from Daniel H.
Charlotte, NC
2/4/2011
Their food is made of magic.
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Review from TIM H.
Charlotte, NC
1/3/2010
Dont judge a book by its cover...this place has some great soul food. The mac & cheese was some of the best I have ever had. An the people in there just ass too it, very friendly. The walls have pics on them from all kinds of sports, tv, and music celeb's who have ate there. Great place to eat, do have to say the bannana pudding wasnt what Im use too.
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