Simp McGhee's

Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service. I travel here on business and this is probably one of my favorite spots in town.

Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service. I travel here on business and this is probably one of my favorite spots in town.

Just to start out. I'm Chicago born and raised. My great-uncle started a restaurant in Chicago in the early 70s that still exists and has become a sort of icon in the Chicago Pizza world. I, myself, became a truck driver delivering brand new cars around the country. In my travels I like to experience different foods and experiences. This is definitely one of those experiences that left an impression. Simp's is a restaurant/bar set in a relatively old tavern in Decatur, AL. I've traveled around the South. I live in North Carolina now, but this is truly the Deep South. The South one reads about in books. The charm, Southern hospitality and all that goes with it. First, the food was fabulous. I had the Lobster Ravioli and Shrimp which had plenty of both plus beautifully cooked vegetables and sausage. The veggies were cooked perfectly- bright, colorful, crunchy,and delicious. For dessert, I had their version of Southern Peach Pie and ice cream. A glass of Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale to complement my meal. The meal was wonderful. I highly recommend Simp McGhee's. The experience was the people. I got there on a Saturday when they first opened (5pm Central time). I'm sure the younger crowd showed up later because almost everyone there was 55 and older. So am I, so I should have fit in. Unfortunately for me, this is the Deep South. Everyone was well dressed as if eating out is a very special occasion. They take pride in their appearance. Me, a nice, clean, t-shirt style shirt, tan cargo shorts and a pair of running shoes. Damn Yankee. Next time, I'll know better. Anyways, if you're passing through Decatur, Alabama, stop and have a great meal at Simp's! Dress decent.😆

Just to start out. I'm Chicago born and raised. My great-uncle started a restaurant in Chicago in the early 70s that still exists and has become a sort of icon in the Chicago Pizza world. I, myself, became a truck driver delivering brand new cars around the country. In my travels I like to experience different foods and experiences. This is definitely one of those experiences that left an impression. Simp's is a restaurant/bar set in a relatively old tavern in Decatur, AL. I've traveled around the South. I live in North Carolina now, but this is truly the Deep South. The South one reads about in books. The charm, Southern hospitality and all that goes with it. First, the food was fabulous. I had the Lobster Ravioli and Shrimp which had plenty of both plus beautifully cooked vegetables and sausage. The veggies were cooked perfectly- bright, colorful, crunchy,and delicious. For dessert, I had their version of Southern Peach Pie and ice cream. A glass of Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale to complement my meal. The meal was wonderful. I highly recommend Simp McGhee's. The experience was the people. I got there on a Saturday when they first opened (5pm Central time). I'm sure the younger crowd showed up later because almost everyone there was 55 and older. So am I, so I should have fit in. Unfortunately for me, this is the Deep South. Everyone was well dressed as if eating out is a very special occasion. They take pride in their appearance. Me, a nice, clean, t-shirt style shirt, tan cargo shorts and a pair of running shoes. Damn Yankee. Next time, I'll know better. Anyways, if you're passing through Decatur, Alabama, stop and have a great meal at Simp's! Dress decent.😆

My husband and I ordered an appetizer and entree (the pork chop that we shared). It took an hour for one pork chop to come out. While waiting I asked if we could have another drink on the house because of how long it was taking. Waitress said the manager told her they don’t do free alcohol but could give us a desert or discount. I said a discount is fine. When we got our meal the pork chop was very dry. The discount was minimal. We ate here over a year ago with the same type experience and didn’t say anything thinking it might’ve just been a hard night. I feel like the manager could have at least come to our table, introduced herself and offered an apology. Our waitress was very sweet and felt bad for how long it took and I expressed that it wasn’t her fault. This will be my last time here!