10 Meals in Decatur Sure To Knock Your Socks Off
1. Soul Food Sunday at The Rustic Rooster
If you’re looking for a true Southern comfort experience, The Rustic Rooster delivers. Their country fried steak is crispy, tender, and full of flavor. Pair it with collard greens, creamy mac and cheese, candied yams, and finish it off with a slice of strawberry pretzel salad. It’s the kind of meal that feels like home.
3. Shrimp/Chicken Taco Salad at La Terrazitas
Start with their addictive chips, salsa, and guacamole—but stay for the taco salad. Whether you go with shrimp or chicken, it’s fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor. When it comes to Mexican food in Decatur, this spot is a must.
5. Seafood Boil w/ Moody Sauce at The Moody Crab
Build your dream seafood boil with crab, shrimp, or lobster—then load it up with sausage, corn, and potatoes. The real star? The Moody special sauce. Pro tip: add noodles for a spicy, ramen-style twist you didn’t know you needed.
7. Pork Osso Buco at Mother’s Italian Kitchen
The pork osso buco here is melt-in-your-mouth tender and rich with flavor. It’s the kind of dish that feels indulgent in the best way. Finish your meal with their signature espresso martini—it’s the perfect ending.
9. Fresh Oysters & the Pork Delano at Simp McGhee’s
Decatur’s go-to for fine dining, Simp McGhee’s shines on Friday nights with their oyster bar. Fresh-shucked oysters are the star, but the pork Delano—a 12 oz bone-in chop served with a fried grit cake, brown sugar butter, and carrots—is just as unforgettable.
2. Loaded BBQ Chicken Potato Big Bob Gibsons
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A Decatur icon, Big Bob Gibson’s is famous for its Alabama white sauce—and for good reason. Order the pulled chicken loaded baked potato piled high with cheese, bacon, sour cream, butter, and chives. And don’t skip dessert—the chocolate meringue pie is legendary.
4. Cannelloni at Francesco’s Italian Restaurant
The cannelloni at Francesco’s is pure magic. Think rich, velvety red sauce, perfectly baked pasta, and a cheese pull that deserves its own spotlight. Pair it with a glass of wine and settle in—you’ll want to savor every bite.
6. The NewYork Strip at 609 Social Market & Provisions
If you’re craving a top-tier steak, 609 Social delivers. Their New York strip is cooked to perfection and topped with a chimichurri that will absolutely knock your socks off. Add roasted mashed potatoes and honey crisp Brussels sprouts—and don’t forget one of their craft cocktails.
8. Rob's Rye Roast at The Brick Deli
If you like a little heat, Rob’s Rye Roast is calling your name. Juicy roast beef, pepper jack cheese, jalapeños, mushrooms, and hot mustard come together for a sandwich packed with flavor. And whatever you do—get the cornbread.
10. Sweet Heat Smoked Wings at BB Perrins
Looking for the perfect place to catch the game? BB Perrins has you covered. Their smoked wings—especially in sweet heat style—are hard to beat. Pair them with a cold beer and you’ve got the ultimate game day experience.
