The Southern Table

Steve is a great waiter! And after being told they didn’t have a “certain sauce”. He went to the chef and asked cld he make it. Needless to say he did and it was oh so yummy!!! Second time eating here and both times were great! Love that this restaurant is in Athens!

The Southern Table is a laid back spot to eat. I personally liked their cheesy grits and mashed potatoes best. The chicken I ordered was good and my wife loves both the fried oysters and the shrimp and grits.

The Southern Table is located adjacent to the UG White Hardware Store. The building is rich in history, complete with old hardwood floors that creak as you walk. We started with fried green tomatoes with pimento and remoulade. The flavors were very good together. The smoked bologna sandwich was awesome. The thick cut bologna had cspace, chees,bbq suace, apple slaw and pickles. All of these worked well together and made the sandwich quite tasty. The smoked prime rib sandwich with au just was also really good. The sandwich was really juicy, and we did not need the au jus. The overall experience here was great, and we will be back.

I'm disappointed to share this restaurant didn't really land for me. I came on Tuesday as I had the day off and I promised my mom we'd go on a mini road trip together. I'd had this spot on my list for a while and it seemed like the perfect fit, so off we went. Located in downtown Athens, we were able to find parking on the square, though we arrived at like 11:15 for an early lunch. To our surprise, the restaurant is connected via one door to U.G. White Mercantile, which we've visited before. They have cute gifts and such. The interior of the restaurant was fine; I remember reading about it and feeling like it didn't quite hit the fancier vibe the menu was bringing, but it was ultimately okay. I liked the exposed brick but didn't care for the straight line of paintings on the opposing wall. The health score posted was in the high 80s, which seems a little low for a restaurant of this caliber, but not a dealbreaker for me personally. Our server was nice enough but was also just adequate. Some of the other waiters helped ensure our drinks were always full, and she took a very long time between when we were actually done with our meal and when we got to pay, which was strange because it wasn't super busy. They have lunch specials that change daily, in addition to sandwiches/burgers and quite expensive entrees -- can't imagine ordering one of those for lunch but to each their own! Mom and I both decided on the fried chicken with chili honey for our meals; I wanna say it was $14, which is reasonable I feel for the food/atmosphere/service. I enjoyed the sweet tea to drink; mom said it was a little too sweet for her but if you're like me and enjoy some extra sweet tea this'll hit the spot. For our sides, I selected garlic mashed potatoes and added the crispy Brussels sprouts for an upcharge. Mom also got the mashed potatoes and she chose charred grilled beans as her second. The chicken we were served was a wing and I believe a deboned thigh. This is not at all my preference and I wish the menu had said what to expect. I also probably should've asked...but oh well. I will eat chicken thighs at least, but this one happened to be heavy on the qualities of a thigh I don't like -- lots of dark meat, and a sort of slippery/greasy quality. Meat aside, the breading didn't feel like it was super well bound to the chicken (ie, it sort of sloughed off) and didn't have much of a crunch, even the bits that didn't have the honey on it. The honey was fine but not very chili-forward (good for my mom, not so for me). I also thought the breading was not super flavorful. Lastly, the portion felt a little small for the price paid, but it is a lunchtime portion I suppose. The sides were fine. The garlic mashed potatoes were whipped super creamy; I like mine a little more rustic, with potato skin and chunks still in there. Unobjectionable but not remarkable. Mom's charred green beans were actually pretty good and probably my favorite thing I tasted here. The crispy Brussels were definitely crispy; however, most of them had fallen apart into individual leaves, which took on a sort of unpleasant charred quality and didn't provide much to bite into. The pearls of what I think was goat cheese were not particularly appreciated and, again, I wish this had been described on the menu. Didn't hate it, but could've done without it. All in all, I didn't hate it but it certainly didn't reach the high heights I was imagining/hoping for. If I were to return, I'd try a burger or pimento grilled cheese, or something else other than what I actually had.

My wife and I really enjoyed our dinners, I had the venison and Mel had the fried catfish. Both were excellent, it was our first time and we will definitely be back. Mel brought some catfish home, I tried it and I must say it is one of the best I’ve eaten. Our waitress was excellent too!!! Thank you!

We really enjoyed our early lunch here. The oysters were phenomenal 😋 We will definitely visit again when we are in the area. If we move to th8s area, I could see this being a regular spot as the menu looked quite appetizing.

Our favorite restaurant in the area (and maybe of all time). The passion, commitment to quality, and creativity come across in every single dish. The bartender Megan is amazing and makes you feel so welcome. Can’t recommend this place enough! The food is Michelin quality. Will never stop coming back. Thank you for having us!

Great new place in Athens. We were seated immediately, the menu has a very wide variety. Got the pork chop bone in and fried catfish, both were excellent. The brussel sprouts were delicious and the house potatoes were great. Plenty of food on both plates. Service was great, tea was sweet. No room for dessert, they sounded great. The bill was very appropriate for the amount of food and how it tasted. If you want great food, different choices you gotta be willing to pay for it. I hope they are here to stay. Great addition to the square. Return visit had the quail appetizer and mashed potatoes both were excellent. The quail was wrapped in bacon and cooked to perfection. Best mashed potatoes I have ever had. This will be my go to meal. So so good. Grilled shrimp is excellent

Thank you for restoring my faith in restaurants! What a gifted chef, Chef Ryan Yokley! Thank you for coming to Athens Alabama and opening this incredible place! Every dish was beyond describable as each was utterly delicious with an incredible depth of flavor! I felt like I was dining at the Chef's Table at Chris Hastings' Hot and Hot Fish Club in Birmingham and Southern Table is just a few minutes from home - Thanks Chef Yokley! My sister and I celebrated her birthday last Saturday for lunch and despite not being able to reserve a table, we didn't need a reservation, we arrived at 11:30 and I believe we were the first folks to be seated. The restaurant is cute, in likely an historic building, since the mercantile store next door has been open over 100 years! Think exposed brick, long narrow footprint, very rustic feel with stuffed animals (not the children's toys) and deer heads arranged on the walls. Perusing the menu, I was disappointed in the "sandwich-centric" feel of the menu items. We decided to get the fried green tomatoes and discussed maybe eating at Salty Cod. Sister didn't want British food, so we stayed at S.T. and wow, am I every happy we did! The fried green tomatoes were exception due to the pimento cheese remoulade! I couldn't imagine pimento cheese with green tomatoes; however, it was unbelievably good! I would have licked the plate if we weren't in public! We each had the Wedge Salad and I added grilled shrimp to mine. The shrimp were incredible! Just layer upon layer of flavor and not overcooked! They were delish! I struggled to find the bacon jam and finally found it. My sister remarked even the iceberg lettuce was flavorful. The only drawback to this dish was the crispy onion piled on top were not hot or crispy. Still, this was a nice salad! The ceviche was impressive! My "go to" ceviche was at Cantina Laredo and it was heavy on the red onions and capers. Southern Table's ceviche was beautiful to look at and incredibly fresh and delicious! The mix of pickled onions, micro cilantro, tomatoes, and serrano was exceptional, and the shrimp were not swimming in the marinade, rather they were elegantly plated in a circular shape reminiscent of Ruth's Chris' chopped salad. Served with a side of old bay crackers with a little heat - YUM! This ceviche was incredibly filling, too! We shared the following sides: Garlic Cheddar Grits, Collard Greens, and Bacon Mac & Cheese. Of these, I could not get enough collards! They were incredible with just the right amount of acidity/flavor and if there weren't ham/pork in the dish brought to the table, there was at some point. These greens were **killer!** The generous freshly chopped scallions on nearly every dish were a delight! The grits and mac and cheese were fabulous, also! Sister had a vanilla cheesecake for her birthday dessert and absolutely devoured it. It was presently beautifully, also! Our server was precious, calling the pudding, "puddin'" and was very attentive and patient, as we were not rushing this birthday lunch! Thank you, Chef Yokley, for making a memorable birthday lunch for my favorite sister and thank you to your staff for being top notch! I can't wait to try your oysters!

Go here! We drove from Huntsville, and it did not disappoint. The atmosphere was southern with charm. The restaurant is also connected to a general store, which is fun to walk around after. The service was quick and kind. They checked on us an appropriate amount. But the star of the show was the food. We started with the cheddar biscuits, and they were fantastic! I had the steak, and my wife had the fries chicken. Both were fantastic. You could cut the Steak with a butter knife! We cannot wait for our next trip back.

The good The food has nice presentation and is pretty good overall. The blackened catfish, salmon, Pork chop, banana pudding and fried green tomatoes were all tried PorkChop wood grilled so lots of flavor Catfish dish with its sauce and pepadew peppers gave it a unique taste Fried tomatoes lacked though. Not enough of the accompanying toppings so they were kind of dry and taste less Salmon was excellent Sides of grits and collard greens were good as well The bad No drink menu with prices Bench seat is horrible to sit on along the wall. A bit pricey for steaks w no accompanying salad or breads The ugly Can't say I found anything on the ugly side. Which says something about the place. Only thing is they won't allow side substitutes for the high prices of the grill items even though they are same cost on menu. Not every one wants potatoes

Southern food with a sophisticated twist. Creative dinner specials. Good variety menu. Delicious food. One of the better brunches around here. Great service!

We were thougherly disappointed when we came to Southern Table. We came here because WAFF-48's Tennessee Valley Living did a review on it. The bad news started when server told us they no longer make the brussels sprout side dish that TVL's host Payton Walker said was her favorite and to die for. I ordered the fried catfish with house cut fries with asparagus. All three items had so much salt on them I could not eat them. My fried catfish was so overcooked they came out black and were soaking in grease. On the bright side my sweet iced tea was great. But we left without eating or paying.

LOUD, Terrible food, OVERPRICED, sub par service. The name is definitely an oxymoron! There's nothing southern, upscale, or delectable here. TERRIBLE

Everything I have gotten here is excellent. From the steaks to turkey sandwich. The fried green tomatoes are an excellent starter.

Upscale Southern comfort food. I've had the fried chicken and the pork chop plates, both were outstanding. Sides are excellent - best greens I've ever had. Good service and nice ambience. Pricey but worth it.

Sandra and I have had multiple dinners and all have been wonderful. Love the menu and atmosphere! We enjoyed a great Valentine dinner tonight. Love our beautiful downtown and all the new restaurants. It's worth the drive from Huntsville, Madison, Decatur and Florence.

Traveling through and stop for the night Looking for a place to eat, we found "the southern table" The rest of the reviews was really good so we stopped and loved every thing we had The quail appetizer was delicious The ribeye steak was cooked perfectly and delicious The lamb chops was delicious Potatoes is very delicious, never seen them cooked like that before. They were wonderful with the entrée ... All the servers were nice and attentive I would recommend This Place to everyone ... If you're looking for a place to spend the night and have dinner, I would try here. It's well worth it.

I will start with the Ambience. As soon as you walk in it's so cute and cozy. Then the hostess was so nice the staff in general are all really friendly and helpful. Riley our waitress gave perhaps the best service I've ever had in a while. The food is amazing I definitely recommend everything we had plus desserts. Trust me you won't be disappointed.

Awesome small dining place. Hometown ambiance and really good food. Great service and attitudes from the staff. Everything was flavorful.

We were going to checkout the Mercantile store next door when I happen to see the Southern Table. They had popped up on my Yelp! before and have been wanting to check them out but they were temporarily closed. After leaving the store, my husband and I decided to grab lunch next door. We walked in and got a seat in the back. The decor and atmosphere is cute and rustic. Reminds me of a French hunting lodge. The server was friendly and very attentive. We ordered their cornbread for an appetizer which my husband loved as he said it was reminiscent of his grandma's cornbread. My husband also ordered their soup of the day which was roasted garlic. I also had a cup of the soup and their daily meet special which was pork chops. You had an option of getting it grilled or fried with a side of their fire roasted green beans and side of grits. All the food was amazing tasted great. We want to come back and try them out for dinner next time. I highly recommend you check out the Southern Table next time you are in Athens, AL! Definitely a must try.

Hot chicken was a good choice. Macaroni and slaw were good as well. Enjoyable experience

People there the servers are so rude. Food was nasty. Did not go here. All of my family got food poisoning and next time I'm gonna go and if the food is nasty, the servers are rude and we get food poisoning again they're getting sued unless you wanna get food poisoning, so nasty oh yeah, yeah and like the walls, they never clean that place so ugly also and also they were out of every single drink except for Coke, which I am on a diet so that is so rude so rude I repeat do not go

The Southern Table is proof positive that there are some exceptional restaurants located in smaller towns. It is good to know that youncan find a great restaurant outside of the big cities and the Southern Table was an overall winner. The menu is southern comfort food, but prepared with a skilled hand and a culinary passion. The fried green tomatoes are a heat way to start your meal and the pork entree was pretty stellar, as well. The ambiance is spot on and service was professional, friendly and only enhanced my overall experience. When you take into account that this restaurant is located in Pulaski, Tennessee (not exactly a hub known for its restaurant scene), you can appreciate even more the quality food coming from their kitchen. All in all, I would definitely recommend the Southern Table. Taking all into consideration, including the fact that it is in Pulaski, Tennessee, I have to give it five stars.

Amazing southern food with a slightly gourmet twist. Highly recommended. Husband said that hamburger was probably the best of his life! That is saying something. See pic of banana pudding!

I went for low carb till I hit dessert, and the dessert alone is reason to return and to go on a diet. Just amazing. I had the banana fosters bread pudding, ands thought I'd take half of everything home but nothing lasted... including the crab stuffed grouper... just an amazing combination of flavors, none of them overpowering the others, although I really loved the citrus flavor ... not sure how the chef did it, but I'm a fan and all the veggies were on point, which I really appreciate because for me $36 a plate is a splurge. Heard about this place reading some legal thrillers by a lawyer from Huntsville AL named Bailey. Check him out too if you're into thrillers. Robert Bailey... had to go look him up. Great restaurant recommendation, and very very happy I came. It's not on my usual path, but one I wish to add. Some local folks came in and I heard one ordering the fried chicken. This is not your neighborhood chicken place, and this is in the south, so I suspect that is another dish to check out when I'm not eyeing the seafood. I posted some pics here somewhere. Maybe not attached to the review but I labelled them. Check them out... this is definitely a small business to support, especially for special occasions if you're watching your dollars... everyday if that's not a worry for you... and treat a friend if you can!

Southern Table, I was so excited to come here after I had seen photos online, but it just didn't quite live up to my expectations. Service was impeccable, food was decent- but I felt was a little pricey for what it was. What lost a star for me was the building and seating. Although beautiful and clean, we just couldn't get comfortable. Our table was small, wobbly, and the bench I sat on was less than the depth of my purse (I would guess 8"-10" deep). If I'm paying $30 for a pork chop and two potatoes, I'd like a little more comfortable seating. I would like to go back and try again, maybe lunch. But if the bench side is all that's available, I think I'll have to pass or wait for a different table.

Stopped in on a Wednesday night for supper with family. Two burgers and an order of wings, two sodas and two beers. After recommended tip: $95. Can't afford this place. For what I got...nah. Never again.

A wholly wonderful experience, from the moment they welcomed us - and our corgi - to the moment they bid us good night. Service was top-notch (thanks Bella), ambience delightful, and the food outstanding. Athens is blessed to have a restaurant of this stature, and judging from the crowd, its residents know it. Can't wait to return.

Haven't done all of these things ever, except maybe on Facebook, where people may leave a comment or a complaint. This particular Restaurant had just started serving dinner this past week and we have never been there for lunch so this is all limited review for just their dinner service. The service bar waitress was wonderful. She was very kind and attentive and no problems at all. Unfortunately, being that we don't go out much to eat, I thought the portions for the money or terribly over price. I ordered a half a chicken with two sides for roughly $17, and that was a tiny chicken or the breast of the thigh or cut it half. Side of garlic, mashed potatoes was compressed into a little bowl and it was cold, or lukewarm it. my wife said the same of her grits for her shrimp and grits dish, which was 26 and she pretty much left the grits and ate half the shrimp, with me eating the rest. To answer your question, no, I didn't complain and send anything back because I've never done that before. However, I did leave a note on our credit card receipt for them to read at their own leisure. I really wanted to order the hamburger but it was $24 and in no lifetime am I paying $24 for any hamburger and french fries.

Delicious! We've had good customer service the 2x we have gone. The fried chicken and the grits are amazing!

I was really looking forward to trying this restaurant but was pretty underwhelmed by the food. The shrimp and grits were soupy and odd, not really my taste. The biscuits were delicious but paying $7 for a few pieces of bread at an upscale restaurant seems a little ridiculous. Nothing about my visit was bad, but unfortunately this is not a place I'm eager to visit again.

Creative, thoughtful twists on Southern classics. Just feels like a "special treat" kind of place but still homey instead of pretentious and uncomfortable. Dessert was delicious!

We eat here frequently and the food is superb! Even if you don't like Brussell sprouts give theirs a try. Crispy Brussell Sprouts are awesome.

Good mix of food great veggies and dinner rolls we've always gotten to go. Would recommend

This place was way more than I expected. The Dining area was very nice very clean, very well, kept and well decorated. The service there was very good. We were seated almost immediately, even though there were people outside, waiting to get in. I did not feel rushed as I ate my food email there were a lot of people waiting. I ordered the hamburger and everybody else the table ordered different foods ranging from a chicken plate to a salad with chicken, pork chop and shrimp and grits. Everyone was amazed at the seasoning of the food it I s very flavorful. Our waitress was very attentive. Our knees kept the glasses filled, and was very personable and friendly to us. This is probably as close to gourmet restaurant that I've died at here in Athens.

After a Facebook Marketplace transaction we found ourselves in Pulaski. Obviously this place was an obvious choice after checking out the reviews. I would totally eat there again if I was ever in the area. Tucked into the downtown area, this beautiful spot is unique and yummy. I love all the different ideas on the menu and the use of local farms! We tried the fried green tomatoes- fabulous! The catfish tacos were fantastic! The fries were crisp and fresh. The burger was the star of the show! Fresh, juicy and full of flavor! The biggest disappointment was the Brussel salad, it some serious seasoning and they needed to be roasted a bit longer. Overall excellent experience- fast and friendly service.

Stopped here a early afternoon bite while my wife and I were out exploring Tennessee on our Harley. Stopped in and they were having "Brunch" bonus!!! The service was spectacular and the food was fresh and tasty. The smoked wings were nicely smoked, the fried tomatoes are a must have. I had the Southern Benedict and it was SO good. The biscuits were awesome!!!! The banana pie is a must have to. If we lived closer I would be a regular lol

Love love love The Southern Table! The staff is always so friendly and the food is amazing. The crispy Brussel sprout salad is one of the best things I've ever eaten! You can't go wrong with anything they serve.

Excellent food! The menu changes seasonally. Everything is fresh, of great quality, and from scratch. For those reasons, it's my favorite restaurant in the area. For GF folks like me: There's very limited gluten free items. They don't have a kids' menu. So it's $9 for chicken strips that the kids may or may not eat. They have Sundrop to drink which is always a plus in my book. There's outdoor seating but usually a limited menu for the outside. When they serve the full menu, I enjoy eating out there. (There's usually not any GF options on the limited menu.) If it was more kid friendly, it would be 5 stars.

This was a great find! Everything we had were absolutely delicious! All the staff were friendly & courteous. Please be kind & to them as they have a shortage of staffers. We will definitely come back!

Best meal out I've had in a long time. Smoked wings were en pointe, and the lamb pasta had perfect bite and flavor. I wasn't as thrilled with the crème brûlée, only because I prefer the more traditional vanilla/am not a big chocolate fan and the sugar should have been torched a bit more/was granulated, but overall the service was friendly and efficient and the meal was a delight.

Food is great! Fried green tomatoes are the bomb!! Hubby said pork chop was the best he had ever had. I had fried chicken one time and tenderloin another time both dishes did not disappoint.

Food was good with a homemade flavor and quality. Selection was less than it used to be but still a place I would go back to

Wonderful fish tacos! It was not busy and seated immediately. Food was fresh and service was prompt.

What a blessing to Pulaski. Excellent food. Always Fresh. Plated beautifully. Excellent service. Creative menu. The Brussel sprout salad is delicious. And their peanut butter cheesecake is to die for. I don't eat meat so I'm limited but they have an incredible selection of modern southern food. They take a classic and put a special twist on it. Or just exceed your expectations of the dish. They do a great job catering and don't miss a detail. Presentation and service is always perfect. The southern table has a great team that provides beautiful meals and experiences for this community.

This was our second time dining here and enjoyed it just as much as the first. The fried green tomatoes are a must do. We went for simplicity tonight and ordered the hamburger steak. The mushrooms and onions it was served with made it a Well balanced, tasty meal! The triple chocolate cheesecake was plated beautifully and tasted very nice as well. Next time you are in the area you must go here as it is a nice, quaint restaurant in picturesque small town and the food is tremendous.

My husband and I went for the first time last night and tried several dishes. Each was better than the next. We were extremely impressed and can't wait to take anyone who comes to visit to the southern table! Our waitress was awesome and helped us have the best experience! Every bite we had was better than anything we've tried in Nashville or surrounding areas!

Liked the food but we were surprised when we received our bill that they charge for a glass of tap water when we asked the response was rude we won't be back

On my first visit of what could be a couple times a year, I've found one of the best restaurants I've ever been to. Delicious appetizers. Menu evidently changes, which shows a creative chef. Our waitress was the pastry chef and the desserts we tried were amazing. Don't visit Pulaski without making a stop here.

If you happen to pass Pulaski Tennessee via I 65, this is a must stop to try some southern food. Tucked away in Pulaski's square, in a beautiful renovated modern historical building. It is 17 miles off interstate however, worth the drive to taste some good food. Southern hospitality from waitresses Lauren & Savanah and Owner/Culinary Chef Ryan Yolky. Margaritas are freshly made, fried green tomatoes are delicious as well as , the freshly cooked biscuits, tortilla chips and queso dip. Nice selection of bottled beer. My party of four ordered and shared the fried chicken w/ Mexican street corn with a twist & amazing mashed potatoes. The chicken meat was the softest, tastiest and juiciest I have ever eaten! Smoked Turkey sandwich was made perfectly tasty with a cute basket of fries. Steak was cooked exactly the way it was wanted and juices flowed out when you first cut into it. Perfection! Ordering different plates and sharing was what we did after taking a bite off of our own plates. We wanted the other people in our party to try how good each person's selection was. We all agreed everything was so uniquely made and created. Surely southern food made with love!Not your mom's home cooking for sure, it is way better... Fine dining with reasonable prices. Clean atmosphere and bathrooms. This is a for sure a stop now when passing Pulaski, TN via I 65 from Chicago. You will receive Fine Southern dining and hospitality for sure. Don't miss this stop!

Southern Table is one of my favorite restaurants I've ever been to. The food is absolutely delicious, fresh, and unique. My boyfriend and I love the atmosphere and service. We always get the fried green tomatoes, which are so tasty. I highly suggest Southern Table, the food is incredible!

The food is over the top. So fresh and delicious. Service was fantastic. Well worth the 2 hour trip to try The Southern Table.

I've become a regular at The Southern Table for a reason. Exceptional quality, great service, and a menu filled with abundant choices. For what is essentially gourmet food, the prices are extremely reasonable. Just had another incredible dinner with a cold drink, Hot chicken sandwich, charred green beans, and their deconstructed banana pudding for desert. Recommend them highly.

I'm honestly really confused by all the positive reviews. I came to eat here from Nashville so maybe my idea of a good meal and good service is different but my experience at the southern table was awful. To start it was 100 degrees inside, we had to request for basic items multiple times. When our food arrived, we had no silverware and after waiting 10 minutes we went up and got it ourselves. We also requested ketchup, cocktail sauce, and horseradish at least 3 times each. The oysters with pork belly were disgusting, I couldn't even eat them, it just tasted like fat with bulks of cheese on top. The mac and cheese had no flavor and the truffle frites were not truffle frites, truffle frites are suppose to be skinny fries not potatoes wedges that are burnt. And to top it off when we got the bill which was about $300 and we realized we were charged for ketchup, cocktail sauce, horseradish (twice when we only received one) and WATER, tap water! I'm all about spending money on a good dinner, but when I spend money I want good service, good food, and not tacky add on charges in return. Disappointing.

We ate the for Easter brunch. Wow. I had no idea that Pulaski had a restaurant this good. It was amazing how good the food was. My husband and I both got an omelette with shrimp and crawfish etouffee. So freaking good it was. One of my daughters had french toast and the other one had a Caesar salad. The margarita with muddled cucumbers and jalapeños was really good too. Just spicy enough. For dessert we took a strawberry shortcake to go. Oh my! It was so good. Its worth the drive to Pulaski to eat here.

Excellent food!! Very pleasant surprise! Fried green tomatoes and catfish were obviously very fresh. The collard greens were best I've ever had.

A wonderful gem in a small town! My husband and I drove down to celebrate our anniversary, and we had a great time. The food was super delicious, and the atmosphere was sophisticated but homey. We can't wait to go back!