Southern Love

The food was so good and worth the wait !! The service was excellent considering only the owner and one other person was doing everything!! The only thing new comers should be concerned about is the parking, there is only a few spots right in the front other than that customers have to find their own parking....but it's Hawaii and for the pleasure it's worth it !! Shout out to the owner for make sure EVERYONE had what they need and more!! Will come again and recommend!!

From the start to end, this place is fabulous. This hole in the wall hidden gem hidden between a 2 buildings. There is very little parking or you may have to walk a ways. They have both indoor and outdoor seating but both kinda small still. That being said, the service was friendly and we got to picked where we felt like sitting. We ordered sweet teas and a Diet Coke which came in Mason Jars. Coooool. And the sweet teas were on point. The server waited for my son to come from the restroom before relaying the specials. My son ordered the chicken Mac Attack which is a crispy chicken cooked in Louisiana hot sauce with Macaroni and cheese on top. If my son was a sandwich, this would be it. You know he had to order this. My husband order the catfish and shrimp combo that came with corn bread and a side of Mac and cheese. He also ordered some hush puppies. I had the catfish po boy sandwich. Please plan on waiting a while though as it took super long but well worth it. They were all soooo good but I gotta say the meal of the night was my son's. I normally don't do Mac and cheese at all but that sandwich looked so good, I just had to taste it. We all loved our meals but that took the cake 4-realz. Come on a Friday and order the Chicken Mac Attack. It is only a Friday night special so yeah. We were al super full afterwards but really wanted to try the peach cobbler. That is now my goal. to come back for dessert. Thank you Southern Love for giving us some southern love.

Despite a long wait due to the restaurant being short-staffed that night, the experience was absolutely worth it. This was hands down the best food I've had since arriving on the island. The flavors were incredible, and every dish was perfectly prepared.The customer service was top-notch, with staff who remained friendly and attentive despite the busy evening. The ambiance was further enhanced by the smooth R&B music playing in the background, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The outdoor seating area was another highlight--beautifully designed and aesthetically pleasing, making the entire dining experience even more memorable.Overall, this place is a 10/10 for me! I'm seriously considering coming back before I leave.

This place is amazing. The food was fresh and homemade and had a lot of flavor. The service was excellent as well. Super friendly staff/owners. Loved the sweet tea + refills. A great mix of Southern food with local flair. If you can find a seat, this place is a good spot to have a chill time and grind.One thing that you should know is that there are only a few parking stalls in front of the restaurant. Parking in the neighboring stalls could get you towed. We ended up parking at the Wholefoods parking lot and walking. This is really no fault of the restaurant owners.Other than that, I would tell the owners to not change a thing. Brunch was definitely great.

The service here was fantastic and quite impressive--the chef was a one-man band who was taking orders and bussing tables. Everything we ate here was a hit: chicken, biscuits, and gravy; shrimp grits; and catfish. All of the proteins were treated with love and respect. This is a must-try in Oahu.

Best friend chicken on island. It's such a cute place that makes you feel at home. 10/10 would suggest it.

Note: This is a brunch review based on three visits.Well cooked, plenty flavorful, stick to the ribs goodness. whose plating belies is industrial Kakaako location. This isn't a fast food, take out, plate lunch spot though they have done a good job balancing the portion size with a friendly price. Breaking it down, biscuits. If your dish doesn't come with one, get one. Fluffy on the inside, crisp on the outside with just the right amount of sweetness. These buttermilk biscuits are great alone, even better smothered in their rich, peppery country gravy. The fried chicken (based on the chicken in the chicken biscuit and gravy), very good. Buttermilk brined. Tender and very juicy on the inside, crisp on the outside without being greasy.Great grits. Rich and creamy. It makes the perfect pairing for the perfectly cooked buttery shrimp. One outstanding bowl of shrimp n' grits. Finally, the garlic chicken and waffles. Different in a good way. Take a crisp house made waffle but instead of plain fried chicken, top it with slices of chicken reminiscent of Hawaii's own garlic chicken. The pairing is brilliant and will blow away the traditional version building with so much more flavor than simply pouring maple syrup over all.Very friendly service.IMPORTANT: This is a small operation. It make take some time for dishes to arrive. Be patient. Also, do not go with a large group. Limited parking in front but plenty of metered street parking in the area. Good thing we have legs.Southern restaurants are hard to find in Hawaii. Southern Love more than satisfies.

Oh my biscuits! Sit in the front seat and you get a Southern Omakase style? Owner/Chef hustling while you get front row seat to his southern cooking! Feels like he's cooking for you in his own home.Service:--Decent. He greeted us when we walked in. He was crazy busy since it was peak brunch time. Service was slow to start, we seated and waited till someone took our order. Somehow he still manages to deliver good food without cutting corners. Some indoor and outdoor seating. I'd call in your order if you're in a rush since it took some time to get our food.Ambiance:Overall nicely decorated spot that gives homey vibes. Counter seating in the front, a few tables inside and outdoor seating. Warning: it's HOT! No ac, so it was quite warm. I'd bring a fan or try to sit outside maybe next time. Pretty uncomfortable to sit inside near the counter area. Was sweating a lot. Food/Drinks: --Chicken Biscuits & Gravy ($17) Juicy boneless fried chicken nestled between 2 soft crispy biscuits, smothered with house made gravy and topped with green onions for that extra flavor. I savored each bite wanting more and more. Modest portion. --Coffee ($2.5) Very affordable and good cup of joe to enjoy your brunch. He uses Cafe du Monde which was good. Comes out piping hot though. Value:Dishes are sized more modest for the price, so I was satisfied with the meal without feeling too full. Might be too little for a hungry person though. Southern take, but definitely not like the portions you get in the south. Parking:The parking and location is probably the biggest con of this place, as there are only a few stalls in the front. We had to circle around and pay for metered street parking. We paid for 1 hour parking and we came during the brunch rush so it was the perfect amount of time to dine in. We will be back again!

A gem that's not hidden in Honolulu. Outside and inside seating arrangements. Get there early so you can take advantage of trying their food items. They sell out fast! I went in around noon and tried their Shrimp Po Boy and it was phenomenal! Definitely recommend and will be going again before I leave the island.

Brunch, my favorite isChicken with biscuits n gravy!Wish I could get it for dinner.