Mama Easley's — Restaurant in Corolla

Mama Easley's is a spot that's got its own groove, and it's definitely worth talking about. The food? Yeah, it's pretty darn decent. But what sets this place apart is the way they do things – it's a little different, but in a cool way.

First off, the food. It hits the spot, no doubt. From comfort classics to tasty bites with a twist, they've got a range that's hard to resist. It's that kind of place where you can count on getting a satisfying meal every time you stop by.

Now, here's where things get interesting. You order your food at the counter. That's right, you pick out what you want, just like you would at a fast-casual joint. But then comes the twist – you find a seat, get comfortable, and simply say, "Bring me my food!" It's like the best of both worlds – the casual ease of ordering and the anticipation of table service.

Speaking of the setup, it's got this vibe that could make you think it's full-service, but it's not. They've managed to create an atmosphere that's inviting and relaxed, making you feel like you're in for a treat. It's like they've turned the ordering process into part of the experience.

You might think it would be a bit confusing, but it's surprisingly seamless. The staff is super friendly and makes sure you're all set up. It's like they've figured out how to make this unique ordering style work effortlessly.

All in all, Mama Easley's is a place that marches to the beat of its own drum, and it's working. Great food, a decent ordering setup, and an ambiance that strikes a balance between casual and inviting. If you're up for something a little different – and a lot tasty – this spot is well worth a visit. So go on, order up, take a seat, and let the goodness come to you. With its unique twist on the dining experience, Mama Easley's has carved out a memorable niche that's definitely...

My daughter picked this place for us -- based on the reviews and our varied preferences she thought it might be a winner.

It was.

It was right up there competing with our other favorite Corolla restaurant and that's a hard record to keep up with.

I want to say early on thought, that it's kind of hard to find, and it's kind of hard to navigate your way into the system.

The restaurant is nestled back in a corner of a series of tourist shops and restaurants and it would be easy to miss (that's one reason I took a picture of the outdoors afterward). After you arrive, too, there's some confusion (at least as a first-timer) because a long long line stretched down a hallway and it's hard to guess whether you're ordering, waiting to reserve a seat with a hostess, or who knows what might be happening? A hostess did come down the hall a moment after we arrived and asked if we were "to-go" or eat-in -- we said we were eating here, but it still wasn't clear whether the line was for us. Other customers seemed to be waiting for food to take home.

She came back a few minutes later and led us out onto a lovely deck overlooking a little pond and mini-golf course. The vibe was VERY casual and the restaurant itself was incredibly crowded and difficult to navigate, but these minor first impressions were blown away by the fish we ordered. Really perfect fish and chips.

My boyfriend said he had a dream about them the next night.

We'll go back and probably give it a five star review since we now know that the early crazy experience is just a part of the charm and the food makes it...

Love it for what it is

Look, this is less of a restaurant and more like a food stand or food truck. And that's ok. Limited menu, mostly fried food baskets of fried shrimp and other seafood, plus a few burgers, chicken sandwiches. They all come with one side like fries or sweet potato tots, etc. They have sodas, tea, and beer to drink.

The one really cool dish we had was the fired green tomatoes which were excellent and tasty.

It may sound like I'm complaining about the food. I'm not. You just have to set your expectations to food truck level food.

And here's the thing. Everything we ordered was piping hot, fresh out of the fryer or off the grill. It was hot, cripsy and tasted good. And that's what you want from this kind of place.

From a food perspective, as long as you have the right expectations from this place, I give it five stars for what it is.

The only reason I give it four stars is because the tiny dining room only has two tables and they are crowded. I think there may be some outdoor seating as well, but...