In a strip of Jordan Lane just northwest of downtown Huntsville, Mizz Juju’s Cafe has built a devoted following the old-fashioned way: with oxtails that fall off the bone, lemon pepper catfish fried to a crackle, and the kind of generous, home-cooked plating that sends regulars home with a to-go box. This is a Southern soul-food kitchen first, but it is also something a little harder to pin down. By night the cozy café leans into a livelier, lounge-style energy with music and hookah, blurring the line between a comfort-food dinner spot and a neighborhood hangout. The result is a menu that reads like Sunday supper and an after-hours scene rolled into one Huntsville address. Below is our guide to what Mizz Juju’s is known for, what to order, and what to expect when you walk in.
A quick note on this listing: Mizz Juju’s has been documented under more than one name and listing (including “Mizz Juju’s Cafe” and “Mizz Juju’s Food & Beverage Distribution”) at the same Jordan Lane address, and at least one third-party directory has at times flagged the café listing as closed while other recent sources and an active online-ordering page show it operating. Status, hours, and offerings for a small independent restaurant like this can change quickly, so we recommend calling ahead before you visit.
Menu Overview
Mizz Juju’s Cafe is a Southern soul-food kitchen, and the menu reflects that heritage: slow-cooked meats, fried seafood, hearty vegetable sides, and from-scratch breads and desserts. Reviewers and menu listings consistently describe big portions and bold seasoning, with a price range that tends to land in the neighborhood of roughly $20 to $30 per person depending on what you order. Daily specials rotate, so the lineup on any given visit may shift, and the kitchen is known for comfort-food staples rather than a fixed, unchanging card. Takeout is available, and the café accepts credit cards.
Menu Categories & Highlights
While Mizz Juju’s does not publish a single tidy printed menu online, the offerings documented across its listings group naturally into a few categories.
Mains: Slow-Cooked Meats & Fried Seafood
- Oxtails (frequently cited as the signature plate, sometimes listed as an “Ox Tail Feast”)
- Lemon pepper catfish
- Lemon pepper flounder
- Ribeye steak
- Smothered salmon
- Smoked BBQ chicken and stuffed chicken
- Baby back ribs
- Bourbon sugar wings
- Wings and fries
Sides
- Collard greens with smoked turkey
- Pinto beans with smoked turkey
- Yellow rice with oxtail gravy
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Fried corn
- Green beans
- Broccoli & cheese
- Steak fries and crinkle fries
Bakeshop & Desserts
- Honey butter cornbread
- Homemade yeast rolls
- Cobbler
Drinks & Lounge
- Ocean Water Lemonade (a frequently mentioned house drink)
- Coffee (regulars note “great coffee”)
- Hookah and music in the evening lounge atmosphere
Featured / Signature Dishes
A few plates come up again and again when people talk about Mizz Juju’s.
- Oxtails. The dish most associated with the café. Reviewers single out the oxtails for tenderness and deep seasoning, often pairing them with yellow rice and oxtail gravy. If you order one thing here, this is the one to try.
- Lemon Pepper Catfish. Described as crispy on the outside and moist within, fried to order. The lemon pepper flounder draws similar praise for anyone who prefers a milder fish.
- Bourbon Sugar Wings. A sweet-and-savory take on wings that stands out from the standard fried-and-sauced crowd.
- Honey Butter Cornbread & Yeast Rolls. The from-scratch breads are a quiet highlight; the homemade yeast rolls in particular earn repeat mentions.
- Ocean Water Lemonade. The house lemonade that regulars order by name.
Prices (note: prices may change)
Mizz Juju’s does not publish verified individual item prices on its public listings, and we will not guess at numbers we cannot confirm. What is consistently reported across multiple directories is an overall spend in the range below. Menus and prices change over time, and daily specials vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a fixed price list and confirm current pricing directly with the café.
| Reference | Reported figure |
|---|---|
| Typical spend per person | Roughly $20–$30 |
| Individual item prices | Not publicly verified — call to confirm |
Restaurant Information (location, hours, contact)
- Address: 2022 Jordan Ln NW, Suite B, Huntsville, AL 35816
- Phone: (256) 970-5339
- Cuisine: Soul food / Southern, café
- Service: Takeout available; credit cards accepted; free parking (reported as limited and a little tricky to find); some sources note outdoor seating and wheelchair access
- Rating: Around 4.1 out of 5 across roughly 117 Google reviews at the time of writing
Hours (as reported; please confirm before visiting):
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Note that hours are reported slightly differently across listings (some show a continuous 11:00 AM–10:00 PM block midweek), and weekend timing leans late to suit the lounge crowd. Because hours for a small independent café can shift, a quick phone call is the surest way to confirm.
Popular Customer Favorites
If you are reading the room before you order, these are the items guests reach for most often:
- Oxtails with yellow rice and oxtail gravy
- Lemon pepper catfish (and the lemon pepper flounder)
- Bourbon sugar wings
- Collard greens with smoked turkey and honey butter cornbread as a side pairing
- Smothered salmon with garlic mashed potatoes
- Homemade yeast rolls and cobbler to finish
- Ocean Water Lemonade to drink
The recurring theme in guest feedback is generosity: large portions, well-seasoned plates, and the comfort-food familiarity of a kitchen that cooks like home. For more Southern and soul-food destinations, you can browse more menus across our site.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mizz Juju’s Cafe known for?
It is known for Southern soul food, with oxtails and lemon pepper catfish as its most talked-about dishes, plus from-scratch sides, honey butter cornbread, and homemade yeast rolls. In the evenings it also takes on a lounge atmosphere with music and hookah.
Where is Mizz Juju’s Cafe located?
The café is at 2022 Jordan Ln NW, Suite B, in Huntsville, Alabama, 35816, just northwest of the city center. You can reach it at (256) 970-5339. For more area dining tips, see our food guides.
How much does a meal cost at Mizz Juju’s?
Reported spend tends to fall around $20 to $30 per person, though individual item prices are not published on the café’s public listings. Prices and menu items change over time and daily specials vary, so confirm current pricing with the restaurant directly.
Is Mizz Juju’s Cafe still open?
The business has appeared under more than one name at the same Jordan Lane address, and at least one third-party directory has flagged a café listing as closed, while other recent sources and an active online-ordering page suggest it is operating. Because the status is ambiguous, call ahead before planning a visit.
Does Mizz Juju’s offer takeout?
Yes. Takeout is available and the café accepts credit cards. Online ordering has also been offered through a third-party ordering platform. For more spots like this, explore our Cafe Menus collection.
Last updated: June 2026.
