Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 5970 reviews

What User doesn't like about Southern Rail:
This restaurant used to be a real gem. I don't know what has happened but it has gone down hill. One of their signature appetizers was the fried okra and now it's sold out. How could this happen. I was told they are looking for a supplier with no luck. We had the meatloaf (again a signature dish) and it was burned and dry. It had little, to no flavor. The waitress was doing her best with an impossible situation on he... View all feedback. What User likes about Southern Rail:
Food was all delicious. Service was a little off, in that the people bringing out the food seemed really confused about what table was getting which dishes, and we had to flag down our server a few times to order more drinks, but overall the experience was great. Worth it, overall, for a birthday dinner for a friend. View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 70 reviews

Overall nice experience. The service was awesome. Very attentive. The food was tasty as well. The Dirty Rice balls were a great app. The chicken was fresh and c...

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Great atmosphere on the terrace with wonderful music and fantastic dishes. Had the salmon and it was perfection... not a scrap on my plate when dinner was over

This place is like in New Orleans, playing inside the real old songs. The service is from this world. You have real chicory coffee that is good for your liver l...

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Original food best. Southern scrumptious in Arizona... wonderful! Super attentive and personalized service by Thomas. All in all... a place you remember and ret...

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Food, service and atmosphere were great. Never had dirty rice balls, but they were delicious. Divided cheese and tomato soup with my husband. Best grilled chees...

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Southern Rail is a mixed bag when it comes to reviews. While some customers found the service to be lacking and the food to be mediocre, others praised the delicious dishes and friendly service. The restaurant offers a limited menu but the food is top-notch, with standouts like the dirty rice balls and fried chicken. The atmosphere is praised as well, with live music adding to the ambiance. Despite some negatives like confused service and high prices, many customers plan to return for another visit. Overall, Southern Rail seems to have potential as a dining destination for those looking for Southern comfort food with a modern twist.

Restaurantji
4.2 ★ from 731 reviews
RichardJ
14.08.2023 - 04:57

I have gone to the southern rail plenty of times for different occasions, and just to eat in general. They always have great service referred. Keep up the good...

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LoveFOOD
14.08.2023 - 04:57

Best fried chicken in town-moist, flavorful, and plenty of it. The okra is perfectly cooked, not tough or too soft, with a tasty sauce. And a good helping of ma...

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RandyS
14.08.2023 - 04:57

Bird and bubbles was great. Chicken was crispy and juicy Very relaxing dinner

Angel
14.08.2023 - 04:57

My mom and I went here for dinner while she visited and we found it to be good. The service was great and the atmosphere was on the more fancy end of southern....

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DeeannaM
14.08.2023 - 04:57

Southern Rail is a go to Sunday spot. Staff is so welcoming. Scott, Will, Shannon, Erin, Amy, Odie go above and beyond to ensure your dinner is special no matte...

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Google
4.3 ★ from 1270 reviews
Eunice
27.01.2024 - 07:37

I had driven by here several times and wanted to come, but had not gotten the chance to and my sister surprised me with late dinner here. Let me tell you, the p...

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d
27.01.2024 - 07:37

Why is this place so empty on a Sunday? Food was very good, very nice menu selections. Service was also very good. Friendly and attentive.

Maria
27.01.2024 - 07:37

The atmosphere at this restaurant is charming and incredibly calming.

Jordon
27.01.2024 - 07:37

My dining experience at Southern Rail was excellent. Our server, Shanon, was fantastic and provided helpful menu suggestions. The iced tea was refreshing and I...

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Carl
27.01.2024 - 07:37

Fabulous!! Great service! Good food, especially the fried chicken! Great drinks!

Sirved
4.1 ★ from 978 reviews
James
26.07.2023 - 05:00

Eddie was a fantastic server. Knew the drink menu like the back of his hand. Very prompt and courteous. The food was incredible, the flavors well blended and ba...

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Iggmoe
26.07.2023 - 05:00

Excellent food and atmosphere! Staff was very friendly and attentive despite the restaurant being almost completely full. Shrimp and grits were very tasty, and...

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Ramon
26.07.2023 - 05:00

I 've eaten here once before , and returned to introduce this wonderful food to another person. The service was slow, but efficient. The patio was actually full...

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Nic
26.07.2023 - 05:00

Went here with the friends and the atmosphere is great! Service is incredible!!! Food is not it at all... I got the dirty rice balls, they were bland and lackin...

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Pascual
26.07.2023 - 05:00

Amazing experience and gastronomic intelligence of Chef Beckett. This completely surprises me that this restaurant does not have a james beard award, I'd even s...

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Opentable
4.3 ★ from 89 reviews
IanK
27.01.2024 - 07:37

What a wonderful restaurant so sorry to see it close. Classic southern foods with flair! Delicious fried chicken and so many other wonderful dishes will be mis...

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Anonymous
27.01.2024 - 07:37

Southern Rail was consistently one of the top restaurants in Phoenix. It is truly unfortunate that it has closed. The employees deserved more than just a 3-day...

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