Pappy's - Davis

American, Lunch, Sandwiches

Pappy's

Pappy's
4.6 / 5 (130 reviews)

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Nestled just off I‑35, this small family diner serves generous, down‑home portions — standout fried catfish, steak sandwiches, big burgers and fresh-cut fries — with popular sides like beans, onion rings and hushpuppies. Service is quick, friendly and attentive; desserts (banana pudding, strawberry cake, pies) are frequently praised. Clean, affordable and packed with locals, it’s a top stop for roadtrippers and comfort-food lovers. Note: weekend hours may be limited.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Ariane

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★ 4.6 / 5 from 130 reviews
edrmbrdygr
12.05.2023

Excellent food at a reasonable price! I tried the fried fish and fried chicken, both of which were fresh and delicious. The service was outstanding, with just a 5-minute wait for my order. It’s a lovely spot, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys catfish.

edrmbrdygr
12.05.2023

Big burgers and fries with generous portions! The fries were freshly cut and perfectly cooked. The burger featured a grilled bun and shredded lettuce. The meat patties are 5 ounces each, so you might consider going for a double meat option. We noticed other diners enjoying catfish and chicken fried steak, both of which looked delicious. The diner was filled with locals, which is always a good sign. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. I would definitely recommend this place if you're in the area. Just a word of caution: the water in the Sulphur Davis area has a sulfur taste, so you might want to bring your own bottled water. I would definitely go back!

ariane-hessel
12.05.2023

Yummmmmm!! The food is excellent the service is amazing! If you like down home cooking in a small but super friendly restaurant setting, THIS is the place!! I absolutely recommend the fish homemade pie for dessert

ariane-hessel
12.05.2023

Steak sandwich was cooked perfect and fresh with meat taking up most of the plate, we needed a second plate just for fries. Fries were amazing without any need for seasoning or salt and did not have any greasy taste or texture. Banana pudding was creamy and to die for without imitation tastes. Ladies were just as wonderful. Husband says if their food is this good, I wonder how good the fresh catfish will be? Hands down it was an AMAZING place to eat and I 'm SUPER picky.

herman-koss
12.05.2023

"My favorite spot for delicious food. Taking the detour off I-35 is definitely worth it when you're on the go. The service is quick and incredibly friendly. You get a generous amount of food for the price, and I always end up with leftovers for another meal. The beans are fantastic, and the fries are great too. Although I’ve only ever tried the fish, which tastes and smells amazing, I feel confident saying that anything on the menu would be a good choice."

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