The fried chicken is really good, and don't be embarrassed to ask for seconds or thirds.
My wife and I stopped there a couple weeks ago. The wait was only about 20 minutes which I'm told is a short line. That makes sense because I would definitely wait an hour to get in there. The fried chicken was heavenly and I think I counted 22 other side dishes. Somehow each bite was better than the last.
As for dessert, you get two options: banana bread pudding or cobbler.
[Warning: young adults from Central Florida here for just a visit] Remember, there’s no reservations, and THEY ONLY TAKE CASH. We arrived about 40 minutes before closing time and only had to wait in line for 35 minutes. There was SO MUCH FOOD AVAILABLE; I only took about 3 spoonfuls of each dish available with the intention of getting more if I liked it… I ended up being TOO FULL IN THE END to do that. Many of the dishes are what I expect from a Southern Thanksgiving. The STANDOUTS WERE THE FRIED CHICKEN (crispy, light, and never got soggy as time wore on), corn bread, and peach cobbler. I can’t justify whether the food was worth the price tag, however, this was a VERY UNIQUE DINING EXPERIENCE (it’s actually not bad sitting next to strangers) with the ability to taste a huge variety of home-cooking, so that alone can make this worth it.
We stood in line for about 2 hours and we had arrived at 10:30 to get in line. It's pretty good food. It's like eating at your home. The quality of food and everything. Is it mind blowing? Some things probably but it's a great option if you want something different than your normal restaurant then come here. Definitely worth trying once.
Always eat here when visiting Savannah. Lines are often long waiting to eat great home cooking served family still. Not uncommon to enjoy meals with complete strangers, but enjoyable to meet people. Opens at 11am, get there early to avoid the long waiting line. Very popular and we'll worth waiting in line. If you leave hungry, that would be your fault. Fried chicken is their specialty. All you can eat.
This is a small place and the line usually starts about 1 1/2 - 2 hours before it actually opens; rain or shine, hot or cold. You will wait if you're not early.
You are seated at tables that hold 8 - 10 people. Whether you're a party of 2 or 5, you will be seated with strangers, but think of it as a nice way to meet new people. When you get seated, the table is already set and covered with plates and bowls full of food. All you have to order is your beverage. They only offer water, sweet or un-sweet tea, and coffee. Think of this experience as eating at grandma's house during Thanksgiving.
This place is a very popular tourist spot. The food is really good - literal family style. CASH ONLY. Last time I checked it was $22 per person - not sure about kids.
Mrs Wilkes Dining Room is a US Restaurant based in Savannah, Georgia. Mrs Wilkes Dining Room is located at 107 W Jones St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA.
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