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Shirley Mae’s Cafe is a bar in Louisville, KY.

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Xavier Orozco
Xavier Orozco -Google user
3 years ago
This is my favorite spot for bone-in chicken to be honest. The sides are also incredible. You get a great amount of food for the price and the service is absolutely a 10/10. This place is just another level of great. I had the coleslaw...Read More
P. Thompson
P. Thompson -Google user
5 years ago
Came by after church today and was pleasantly surprised! This little restaurant is a hidden gem ! The prices are fair and the portions are just right. I love the “juke joint” ambience and the staff was friendly! I had the chicken (leg quarter) and...Read More
bri s
bri s -Google user
a year ago
This was such an amazing experience. We met the famous, great, Mrs.Shirley Mae, and her sons. Learned about the culture of Louisville ,Kentucky, Smoketown, and the authenticity of this great tasting food. The fried chicken, smothered pork chops, greens, mac& cheese, pinto beans, and...Read More
T MAC
T MAC -Google user
5 months ago
Being from Mississippi I wasn't impressed with the food.Although the chitterlings was some of the best I've had.Everything else was not as advertised.The reviews said it was the best soul food in Louisville.I haven't been to many soul food restaurants in Louisville but I know...Read More
Marie T
Marie T -Google user
11 months ago
They are still serving out of the window, so make sure not to make any plans to eat inside. The Mac and cheese, delicious! The dressing, baked chicken, and turkey were a little dry. The chitterlings used to be my favorite, but they were...Read More
Dave Schaller
Dave Schaller -Google user
a year ago
We were in town for a few days and were leaving that day. We wanted to try something local before we flew out later in the afternoon. We drive over to “Smoke Town” a Black neighborhood in Louisville. The cafe is walk up with a few...Read More
Derrick Hill
Derrick Hill -Google user
6 months ago
Mannnnnnn let me tell you. The food there was absolutely amazing. The banana pudding is like my great grandma used to make, and even after you put it in the refrigerator, it's absolutely an amazing treat. I'm definitely coming back to try everything I can...Read More
Jp Bonaguro
Jp Bonaguro -Google user
10 months ago
Words can't describe how good this place is. If authentic soul food with excellent portions is what you're looking for, this is the place. I'm originally from Louisiana and this is definitely the real deal Service Take out Meal type Dinner Price per person $1–10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Cornbread, Macaroni and...Read More
Kashai Madison
Kashai Madison -Google user
5 months ago
chicken and dumplings was smacking i’m not going to score on the green beans bc they was cold with no juice on them to keep them hot and not very favorable. They also aren’t cut down enough so it’s like they lay a few in...Read More
Mark Carter
Mark Carter -Google user
2 months ago
Got the wings, sweet potato, corn, and turnip greens. Was some of the best food I’ve had in my entire life. Louisville legend. Don’t slip on this place. Louisville Strong ❤️🎁🍽✅ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

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Amenities

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Atmosphere

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Planning

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Payments

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Children

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Parking

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