Southern Fare

Southern Fare, located in Shelbyville, TN, is a delightful southern gem that truly captures the essence of southern hospitality. This charming eatery boasts a warm, family-oriented atmosphere that leaves a lasting impression on its visitors. Customers rave about the heartfelt service, especially noting the friendliness of staff member Kim, whose genuine care enhances the dining experience.

The menu features a classic "meat and three" selection, allowing diners to indulge in hearty, comforting dishes made with the freshest ingredients. Highlights include perfectly cooked fried catfish with a light batter, country fried chicken paired with real mashed potatoes, and fried cornbread that evokes a sense of home. Patrons also appreciate the variety, with specials that keep things exciting, like salmon patties and hamburger steak.

Besides the food, the affordability of meals here has not gone unnoticed. From crispy onion rings to delightful cornbread fritters, every dish is crafted with care and attention to flavor, avoiding overly salty seasoning. At Southern Fare, every bite feels like a nostalgia trip to grandma's kitchen. The pride the owner takes in this establishment shines through, guaranteeing you'll eagerly return for more culinary bliss.

Service options
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking

Greg Adkins

Jun 19,2025

My wife and I love Southern Fare in Shelbyville TN. Meat and three with heart and charming service. Freshest eggs around.

Amanda Nicole

May 25,2025

It was a small cute little place with great service and food

Brian Haley

May 21,2025

So glad I stopped there. My waitress Kim was amazing and beyond sweet. The fried catfish was perfectly cooked with a light batter. The white beans and okra were spot on as well. The fried cornbread cake topped it all off. A truly perfect plate of food. 10 out of 10! Thanks Southern Fare!

Kristin

May 18,2025

Very friendly atmosphere, variety of food, and customer service excellent. They usually have a special of the day. I ate salmon patties. Not a fan of the salmon patties, but I had beans and cornbread fritter, side salad, and tea. It was fresh and very tasty. All the dishes they were serving to customers looked amazing. It was my first time, therefore I didn't know what to order. The hamburger steak or chicken salad also looked amazing! Prices are really cheap! I will definitely eat here again. Family oriented atmosphere!

Joe LaFerriere

May 9,2025

Stopped at Southern Fare...a Meat & Three in Shelbyville. Sat at the counter and Kim got me set up...very sweet lady. Saw some things pass by out of the kitchen and the onion rings really caught my eye so I went for the Country Fried Chicken with double mashed and a side of the onion rings. Solid meal...real mashed potatoes, tender juicy chicken, and LOVED the fried cornbread. The onion rings were awesome, love the light breading and the onions still had their “bite”...great flavor! What I really liked about the meal served, it was not overly seasoned or salty. Everything I saw delivered to various tables looked absolutely delicious. All of the folks here were so welcoming and Kim took excellent care of me. Chatted with the owner Randy and you could tell he is very proud of this place...as well he should be. Great food and service at a very reasonable price!!!

Barb Stull

Apr 20,2025

They all are great there. The owner also donated 2 gift cards to my cancer benefits, and at that time, he didn't even know me

charlotte Jones

Mar 26,2025

We don’t eat at chains when we’re traveling. Found this diner and was super pleased with everything! Our waitress was awesome. Hate that I didn’t get her name. We love places like this in small towns.

Jessica Parkins

Mar 13,2025

I don’t normally write reviews, most of them are bad. I was in shelbyville today and Google restaurants near me. I came across this one and decided to check it out, Just because it is a Mom and Pop restaurant. I was greeted at the door by a very nice gentleman, Which sent me under some old signs that reminded me of my uncle who has passed. Waitress, Pam treated me like I was part of the family and talk to me like she’s known me for years. Mind you this is my first time ever going. The food was amazing, Just down the Earth people and homestyle food. I wish I could go back soon, but I work on the days that they’re open. Maybe one of these days. I can’t wait for my T-shirt. Pam got my number. So when they get new T-shirts and I can get one. Thank you so much for your service Pam you were great. Also, a big shout out to the cooks. Great food guys.

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