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Southern restaurant (US) in Nashville, Tennessee
What should I order at Paula Deen's Family Kitchen?
What to order
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Fried Chicken
One of the most frequently praised dishes; reviewers call it crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, perfectly cooked, and a standout comfort food item.
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Pot Roast
Repeatedly recommended for being fork-tender, rich, flavorful, and slow-cooked well enough to impress multiple diners.
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Banana Pudding
Mentioned as excellent and even 'the best' by one reviewer, with others highlighting it as a memorable dessert worth saving room for.
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Mac and Cheese
Frequently described as amazing, homemade-tasting, and a favorite side that pairs well with the restaurant’s Southern-style meals.
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Biscuits
Praised as delicious and memorable enough that multiple reviewers specifically mention them as a must-try table item.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen is a Southern restaurant in Nashville, Tennessee, with banquet hall, caterer, chicken restaurant, event venue, and family restaurant categories. Reviewers consistently praise the all-you-can-eat family-style portions, especially the fried chicken, pot roast, and sides like broccoli casserole and mac and cheese. The atmosphere is described as clean, roomy, inviting, and comfortable, with friendly, attentive service. Some reviews also mention river views and quick seating.
Amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Frequently asked
What is Paula Deen's Family Kitchen known for?
It is best known for all-you-can-eat Southern family-style meals, especially fried chicken and pot roast. Reviewers repeatedly call out the generous portions and say the chicken is crispy and juicy while the pot roast is fork-tender and flavorful.
What dishes are most recommended at Paula Deen's Family Kitchen?
The most recommended items are the fried chicken, pot roast, broccoli casserole, mac and cheese, and catfish. Reviewers also mention good sides like fried okra, greens, creamy potatoes, candy yams, chicken and dumplings, and the ooey gooey butter cake or banana pudding for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Paula Deen's Family Kitchen?
The dining room is described as clean, roomy, inviting, and comfortable, with an open layout and an elegant decor style. It suits families, groups, and solo diners who want a relaxed Southern meal, and reviewers also note friendly hosts and attentive servers.
Is Paula Deen's Family Kitchen good value, and what is the price range?
Reviewers describe the pricing as fair for the amount of food, especially because the family-style meals are all you can eat and no one leaves hungry. The value is strongest for diners who want a large Southern meal, since portions are generous and extra dessert can be taken to go.
Do you need a reservation or is seating usually quick at Paula Deen's Family Kitchen?
Some reviewers mention quick seating, but others recommend making a reservation, especially for a planned visit or larger party. The restaurant is popular enough that the all-you-can-eat family-style format and big portions are part of the draw, so peak times may be busier.
