Shugar Shack

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (44)

"I have been trying to check this place out for some time!The hours appear irregular and it's difficult to reach anyone by telephone..it rings and rings--no answer!Finally, a breakthrough and we decided to order online and that got the ball rolling!Pickup was smooth and once we got the food home...it was All Good!Turkey WingsYamsPotato SaladAll Legit! This is definitely some good soul food! I didn't take pics of the fried chicken; Mac and cheese and green beans..they were cool too!I would like to say I would try again..but kinda hit or miss...I like to feel if I am going to make a new business apart of my favs--they gotta have some consistency!Come on y'all...take a min and make a few changes..this can be a 4-5 star place...No Doubt!"

Tasties

★★☆☆☆ 2.3 (141)

"Upon arrival, the reservation/seating situation was a little confusing, but eventually we were able to sit, and were helped right away. The food was really good... I had the Corporate Thuggin AKA fish shrimp and grits. Compliments to the chef cause it was immaculate! I'd suggest a better speaker system for the DJ cause it was kinda hard to hear anyone while talking or trying to order your food. Outside of that, our server or the one that eventually stayed with us for the remainder of our time was great, s/o to her! I'd return for this meal."

Julian's Soul Food

★★★★☆ 3.7 (26)

"While in Philly / NJ I wanted to support as many soul food establishments as I could. While the offerings here weren't my style, I could tell that the business is a valuable asset in the area and the owner is working hard. As a single female traveler, I can say don't be intimidated or hesitate about the area. Just park on the main drag, plug the meter, and walk over. It's a busy part of Olney shared by a diverse range of Hoomans."

Vernie's Soul Food

★★☆☆☆ 2.3 (32)

"I ordered my food before I read these reviews so I was nervous. A lot of the reviews were bad. I haven't had Vernie's in quite a few years so I was hoping the quality of the food hadn't changed.The turkey wings were tender and seasoned well. The yams were ok. They just needed a little more brown sugar and the potato salad was tasty. I'll order again."

Savory Meals by Meek

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (5)

"I've been here three times because I love the food! Lol video came across my TikTok while I was a work and I got off early just to head to Philly! On my first visit I got jerk chicken wings, Mac, yams and my daughter got shrimp(which is $1 per shrimp on Thursday) with Mac & cheese. Second visit I got a burger (which is $10 on Friday's btw) with fries, and my daughter got the shrimp again lol I also bought my mom down who got two platters! Third visit I literally just left there lol I got salmon, greens and seafood salad! I really love this place and will continue to support!! The owner is named Shakar, customer service is always awesome!"

Soul Boat

★★★★☆ 3.5 (39)

"Okay, I went 1:30PM and got 3 pieces Whiting fish and 3 fried chicken Wings w/ two sides macaroni and cheese, potatoe salad and cornbread. It must have been good because I went back at 7:45PM and got the Whiting Fish and Catfish with sweet potatoes, greens and cornbread.Yes, if I went out and bought this and brought it home and you ate it you would not think this was not a black man, he is Chinese."

Supreme Oasis Bakery & Deli-Philly

★★★★☆ 4.2 (27) • $$

"So this place is amazing! I had the fish nuggets, Mac n cheese and string beans! I also had the pineapple upside down cake and bought a bean pie for good measure! Everything was good!! Everything! Here's the thing though, it isn't a restaurant. It's like a stop in and pickup spot! Probably cuts down the overhead for the owner but you just order and grab food and leave. It is really cold, so wear a jacket... and they have great veggie and vegan options from cheese to non-meat options of the meals they serve! It's pretty awesome, no pork products whatsoever so that's a plus too! I'll definitely return! Pretty good soul food and the staff is super friendly!!"

Tastes Of The Caribbean

★★★☆☆ 3 (4)

"Very clean, bright and beautiful restaurant. The food was spectacular. The ladies that work here are so lovely if you're looking for authentic Caribbean food this is the place to be. Love love love the food. Licked all 10 fingers."

Corinne's Place

★★★★☆ 4.3 (170) • $$

"To my mind, this is the only valid soul food place in Philly... and it's in Jersey. But I tried and tried and tried to find someplace in the city and nothing met the standards. So over the bridge I had to go. Corinne's is basically a "meat and two" type place. All of the mains that I've had have been great, except for the salmon croquettes, which were just okay. All of the sides are delicious. Standouts include the greens, yams, and mac. Cornbread used to be included, but now it's an add on (maybe $1.50). The cake slices are most definitely made from box mix, but they put that jello pudding in there, so they're moist and delicious. The peach cobbler is just alright. Closed on Mondays. And closed a little to early almost every day. Definitely call before you come if you're taking out -- the wait can be up to 45 minutes if they're busy."

Blue Bay Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (35) • $

"Tried this place on a whim with a gf and we were very pleased. The woman at the counter was helpful and answered all of our questions. The food was also very tasty and there was no wait. I ordered the fried chicken, mac and cheese, greens and cornbread. The fried chicken was really good, nice and crispy like I like it, the mac and cheese was just alright, and surprisingly the greens tasted great ! They were very well seasoned and that can be a hit or miss with most places. The cornbread was also delicious too. Overall the food was very reasonably priced and tasty. I'll definitely be back."

Tasties

★★☆☆☆ 2.3 (71)

"So far I've ordered chicken wings thai wings butter roll & yams 5stars, fried tilapia & shrimp fried rice 4stars (they dont give u whole shrimp but cut them n half. Baked mac is 3stars. I've been there few times & only once was mac good. Every since then noodles boiled too long & cheap cheese I'm guessing bc it doesn't stick to noodles or maybe its too much butter idk. If they tighten up on wait time & professionalism they could be a better establishment. Called last night at 9pm was told they no longer are taking phone orders so we have to come on place order & wait which the wait time is 20-30min no joke. That annoyed me bc I live about half hour w/traffic drive away. Black businesses never make it bc they are so damn ghetto. Girl taking ur order on her cell phone. Talking to other ppl bout stuff that can wait till customers are goneSunday night they close at 10 but are turning ppl away at 945 complaining about how its time to go home. Thats unprofessional & no customer needs to hear ur complains"

Southside Zabihah Halal Eatery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (22)

"Quiet possibly the best kept secret in West Philly. When I became a pescatarian I thought I'd never eat anything else that came close to the delicious taste of a cheese steak, but I was wrong. The salmon cheesesteak here is next level. The bread is always delicious, although you never know if you're going to get wheat or white bread. There is also a special sauce that they add in that really sets the whole sandwich off to another level. I can also vouch for the Mac and cheese. It's super cheesy and very well done. There's also always a bit of a crispy layer of cheese on top which is a sure fire sign that you're getting authentic baked Mac and cheese. I honestly can't vouch for anything else on the menu because I've ordered from here about ten times and I only get the salmon-cheesesteak and Mac and cheese. But if those dishes are any indication of the rest of the menu, then you won't be disappointed. Enjoy!"

Pleasure Platters

★★★★☆ 4.2 (12)

"2nd time patronizing this store for some reason it did not taste the same , I bought the clam chowder this time , kind of disappointed , it didn't really taste that great , too thick and not seasoned good , but I always enjoy the pita bread that comes with it . The colossal shrimp are so good and the veggies are done right , not soggy but the sauce tasted , like tomatoes to me , was not a old bay seafood type of buttery goodness this time . They messed my order up this time and forgot items I had paid for , didn't realize till I received it at home , they did give me a refund , store is small only at the window with stools type seating . . Otherwise it's a good reasonable place to grab seafood and the quality is awesome"

Delaney's Soul Food

★★★★★ 4.7 (46) • $$

"I was in the mood for this food today. The great Yelp reviews brought me here. Look, I'm not going to say that I'm an expert on soul food. I've had my share in my life. But I won't tell you what makes this better than others. I'm not that qualified.But the bottom line is this. As I ate it, I felt like I was eating something special made with love. I'd drive back here just for the whiting fish and mac and cheese alone. The wings had the perfect crisp. Just look at the food on my plate in this picture. Then drove yourself into Yeadon right by the Septa station and get yourself some of this. Don't argue with me. Just do it!"

Victoria's Kitchen & Catering

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (227) • $$

"I gotta say, I really liked the food from this place. It was served at an event I attended, so I didn't actually visit their restaurant, also why there are no pictures to accompany this review. Victoria's provided pastries and (I believe?) the coffee in the morning and lunch in the afternoon. Had a piece of the chocolate muffin which was so yummy! I don't usually eat muffins but this was really tasty. The chocolate chips they used were some kind of milky smooth or something, idk, but definitely left an impression. An 8 on the yum factor. I had their fish for dinner and the batter they use, they way they cook, the meat was delicious-- no sauce needed-- and moist. A very enjoyable meal. I feel like theirs is the type of cooking that's delicious coz it's made with love, you know?Also learned that they are a local, small, woman-owned business, which made me super happy-- I''m proud to have been part of something that supports the community and helps women-owned businesses to be successful."

Deborah's Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.5 (13) • $$

"I tried this place off of TooGoodToGo since it wasn't too far off the beaten the track for me and the timing fit my schedule. I wouldn't typically walk into a place so local but not my neighborhood but it certainly doesn't mean that I shouldn't. Thank god for online reviews I can read and/or a modern, relevant, sustainable app. I can go in w a more open mind or take a chance on a places that might not normally get my attention because I am not in that particular neighborhood or with local, homey places, it can be hit or miss. This was definitely a hit for me. What I randomly got today is just like their background pic on the TooGoodToGo app. The fried catfish? might've been a tad salty, but not overly so. Staff is friendly but I definitely stuck out as a nerd. You know just by me entering the restaurant that I am either not local to the neighborhood or I just moved in. This neighborhood has become more diverse, but does Deborah's get the chance it deserves from its own residents' diversity rather than just on cliques or niches?My random platter is a typical soul food offering and I somehow just "know" even though I am by no means an expert on soul food. This classic meal was also well done. I would go back."

BB's Brunch

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (18)

"A friend of mine was having a evening brunch party which I thought was interesting because I never had evening brunch. First thing I noticed when I walked up to the place is that it felt like an event space that was operating as a brunch space in the daytime which was kind of cool. I walked in and they were decorations a DJ lots of lights that were dim and food everywhere! It felt a little compact in there because there were a bunch of people but I'm sure on a regular day there's plenty of space. I would never have noticed this space in the daytime because there are so many little businesses packed on that little block. What's surprise me the most was the strawberry shortcake French toast which was completely amazing. The chicken and waffles was also good. Everything was family style that day so I got to try a little bit of everything but only took pictures of what I actually tried. I'm glad my friend had a party here and put this place on my radar because if I'm in the area again, it'll be the first place I think of in terms of getting breakfast or brunch. I definitely left stuffed and happy!"

Jamillah Garden

★★★★☆ 3.5 (37)

"The fish fried rice from Garden of Bilal is legendary in these Uptown streets. They had a location that closed on Wadsworth Ave., so I'm happy they brought it back. Ion care whose name is on the awning..LOL. The review from JL Jupiter is worth ALL the hype: https://youtu.be/op00zFJ5-70?si=fsYfFYXsZUdN63DS"

Black Hen Fried Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.8 (18)

"I could not Wait to try this new restaurant. Everyone that worked there was really nice from the greeters to the waiters. The decor is really cute and they even sell some apparel in the front of the restaurant. This location is BYOB but the sweet tea was so good that I did not miss any alcohol! I ordered the fried chicken wings that came with 2 sides ( I selected Mac n cheese, collard greens). I ordered an additional yams, cornbread dressing, and cornbread. Everything was really good! I was too full to try any dessert. I will definitely be back and looking forward to trying the peach cobbler hand pies."

Carletta's Hideaway

★★★★☆ 4.1 (48)

"Love the servers and the drinks. Love this spot because it's an older crowd and it's safe. Food is good. Always a party."

Sy’s Palace

★★★★☆ 3.7 (10)

"The quantity of food for the price was nice but the variety is eh. Staff is friendly. One could tell I was not local to this neighborhood based on my casual clothes if not also how I looked. So when I showed up with this order, you know that I must be a hard core TooGoodToGo person. The chicken here is respectable but nothing special. I suspect the same w the Mac. This is good for simpler meals for reasonable prices."

Soul Kitchen 5935

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (28)

"I'm so happy that I stumbled on this place randomly while running an errand in the area! Ordered over the phone a 4 wing combo with Mac and cheese and broccoli and everything was excellent! Wings were seasoned well and fried to perfection, the Mac was really flavorful and the broccoli was cooked well (not mushy) with a nice garlicky/butter sauce on top. The food was presented well and came with a piece of cornbread that was moist with a nice outside crust. It is a takeout spot with counters and high chairs around the perimeter to sit at while you wait. Parking can be tight on the street but I was able to find a spot just around the corner. Will definitely be back if I'm in the mood for some good soul food!!"

Charlies Country Ribs

★★★★☆ 3.7 (25) • $$

"Everyone was really nice here....expect to wait but there's not really any seating. It's basically take out platters and desserts. I got a veggie platter this time with mac and cheese, yams, greens and potato salad. Every bite was amazing and I can't wait to go back for an entree! It was very affordable as well, they give so much food for their price. All around great experience."

JD's Soul Food Kitchen

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (19)

"Not sure why they have such a low rating, I was surprised by how late they were open and honestly really enjoyed my order of shrimp and fries. Only slight complaint was the saltiness could have been a little bit lower for my taste buds. That being said the shrimp were huge, nicely fried and came with a tasty dipping sauce. The fries were exactly what I was craving, plus they were seasoned. Hopefully the quality holds up next time I order as well, will definitely be trying other items on the menu."

The Nile Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (92) • $$

"This place is so incredibly interesting....and delish! Jamaican influenced vegan soul food? Count me in! Stopped by for a takeout lunch while I was in the area. I may make a habit of being close by more often after tasting what Nile has to offer!I walked through tons of lush greenery after I entered the open yet welcoming, uber casual space. Half of it is designated for various items for sale including oils, clothing and percussion instruments. What a nice surprise it was to be treated to a drumming sesh while waiting for my food to be served up. Awesome! There's a pretty small menu and platter deals such as 1 main and two sides or 1 main and three sides and so on. I went with the first option. Torn between the BBQ "chicken" and the Jerk "chicken", the kind gentleman who has been vegan since 1980 and provided amazing conversation steered me towards the jerk. It was amazing!! Full of flavor, a hint of spice and an awesome meaty texture!! Definitely give it a try! *They offer both wheat and soy proteins and list them clearly on the menu board for anyone curious. I was originally a tad disappointment they were out of cornbread as a side option later in the afternoon by the time I visited. Because hello, vegan cornbread! I went for brown rice and collard greens instead. Boy was I wrong thinking the brown rice would be a boring side. It was topped it with the most insanely flavorful gravy!!! Wow! The collards were perfect as well! Intrigued by everything this gem had to offer, I took some chickpea salad, black bean soup and snickerdoodle cake to go also. I just wanted to taste it all! The chickpea salad was an awesome pure protein substitute for a potato salad, but had the same consistency and a similar taste. It was filled with diced crunchy veggies too! The black bean soup had a little heat to it and was filled with big chunky stewed veggies. Delish! The girls gobbled up the cake. It was a nice thick slice and was moist. The vanilla frosting was super creamy and it was drizzled in a delicious sweet, sticky caramel like sauce. Yes, I had a taste! I HAD to! My girls did mention the icing tasted like butter. After tasting I will have to agree while it is delicious, if you're used to the vegan butter Earth Balance, you may just say the same. I don't know for sure that's what they used but I would be extremely surprised if they didn't. All and all, it was an awesome first visit and I look forward to many more! From great convo and hanging out with "my people", to incredibly tasty food, and free entertainment too...there wasn't much not to love from this simple pay at the counter joint with some funky flare. There was an awesome sense of community here and I love being around other people with such a love and passion for animals and Mother Earth. It's a definitely a feel good kind of place vibrating with pure positivity. *They use all filtered water for their cooking and have a filling station. If you have bottles, bring 'em. **Check out the table with flyers for local business and events!*** There's a small parking lot in the back with no line markers, but it's safe to park there, or so I was told by the staff at the restaurant. I had no issues."

Lagos Island Grille - Sharon Hill

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (11)

"This is Lagos Islands second location. This spot does not have pizza like the other location in Upper Darby. The building used to have a small sandwich shop called Jimmy's, but I believe there was a fire a couple of years ago that closed it permanently. Parking is out front along Chester Pike and can be a challenge. It's a bit tight, I would suggest possibly parking on a side street if you can. The inside looks like there needs to be a bit of organization done. It's a bit cluttered, there are several tables along the outer wall, but I remember Jimmy's having a diner like counter bar before. The girl at the front counter was extremely nice and a great conversation. She talked at length about the menu which seems to have a bit of a spicy/jerk twist to some of your typical sandwich shop standards as well as chicken. They also have seafood (Salmon, shrimp, mussels, fried fish) dishes, bbq ribs (beef and pork) and rice platters. She had me hooked when she mentioned a Salmon Cheesesteak which could have shrimp added. It's served with peppers, onions and Monterey jack cheese on a Liscio's roll.My sandwich was made to order and came out pretty fast. The guy working the grill did a great job. The sandwich held together well and was not sloppy at all. The salmon is finely chopped up/minced and had wonderful flavors. The shrimp were fresh and sat on top of the sandwich. I really enjoyed the flavor profile, it had a cajun black pepper bite and the cheese melted well inside the bun and with the meat to help give it a creamy flavor. I've never had a sandwich like this before and would definitely repeat.I hope these guys find a way to add pizza to this location, but they are doing ok with the menu as it exists now. I'll be returning to try some of their other menu offerings."

Sheba's Soul Plate

★★★★★ 4.9 (9)

"One of the google review's starts off "Lord have Mercy," and I must agree. What a phenomenal food experience. It is the epitome of hole in the wall. I thought I was accidentally going into the kitchen but it was the very small waiting room. We ordered our food ahead on the phone - easy to order, people were nice on the phone. Food was ready in 25min. Menu isn't huge which I always see as a good sign. We got the mac and cheese. Fantastic. Nice and toasted on the top which gave it a crispness and delicious and not overly salty or fatty throughout. We had the jerked chicken soul plate. Amazing. The chicken, the rice, the yams, the collards...all just perfect. The chicken had a great kick too it and lots of nice charred bits but also lots of juicy tender bits. Yams were naturally sweet and complemented the chicken great. I don't usually like collards because of the bitterness but these were great. Price was beyond reasonable for the quality and quantity of food (2 of us ordered one soul plate and one side of mac and cheese and it lasted for dinner for both of us and lunch for one person). Our friend got the jerked chicken cheesesteak and gave it 10/10. They also cater. Check em out immediately."

Chat On Chew

★★★★☆ 3.8 (5)

"Great service, take out restaurant on lower level. Second floor is a BYOB and Hookah Lounge. They have a good selection the Thai wings are a must have, seafood salad gets two thumbs up. The restaurant is newly opened and accepts cash only at this time."

Soul By The Sea

★★★★☆ 3.6 (12)

"I recently tried Soul By The Sea via a delivery service. On the delivery app the restaurant is described as a black owned. I tried the Shrimp Fried Rice with Broccoli. The meal was very filling and full of flavor. The fried rice is $12.00 on the app and they give a lot of food. I received four large shrimp on top and cut up shrimp mixed in with the meal. The large side of buttered broccoli was a good addition. I'd definitely order this meal again.I also ordered the fried whiting fish sandwich and a side of macaroni and cheese. I ate the fish the next day heated in the oven. The fried whitening was delicious. It cost only $7.00 for the sandwich. They give 4 large pieces of fish with 2 slices of bread on the side. I ate it with the cayenne sauce packs included. My sis bought a platter of fried shrimp and fries. I tried one of the shrimp, the seasoning was very flavorful. The fries were too greasy for my taste but the one shrimp I tried was delicious, so I'm definitely getting an order of 6 next time."

Soul Greedy

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (17)

"Man where do I begin?! So I was looking for some soul food and boy did I find it‍ Food literally fed my soul! I had a fried salmon dinner with mac and a whole lot of cheese , some of the best yams I've ever had ! I definitely would recommend ordering ahead but the wait wasn't bad either. They were definitely doing their thing in the kitchen so be quiet and wait lol. I will definitely be back ! Over and over! And hopefully I can get them to cater my wedding in the future"

Sheba's Soul Plate

★★★★★ 4.9 (15)

"Tracked down the truck outside of Temple hospital and it was so worth the journey. That jerk chicken cheesesteak changed my outlook on cheesesteaks and on jerk chicken. The chicken was so flavorful, so juicy and tender, and mixed with that cheese and bread...what a phenomenal combination."

Gigi & Big R

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (34)

"I have been searching recently for some delicious soul fried fish! I asked around and I heard try GiGi's more than once! I was on a mission for fish..but once I got there and smelled all the different yummy foods! Again--focus-so the order area is a small space,but it has approximately 5-7 chairs and one table! The menu items are listed and there were many options! I ordered the whiting fish; beans and rice with Mac and cheese! The Mac and Cheese was not cheesy and easily forgettable! The fish was exactly what I was seeking--seasoned well outer crunch and flaky inside!The prices were reasonable-I will be back for sure!"

Kesha's K

★★★☆☆ 2.5 (35)

"This is a really great establishment. Quite small yet very welcoming. The staff is very nice and attentive to anything you are interested in. The staff was also nice enough to let me and my friends eat our food in the restaurant while also watching a Sixers game. I felt really welcomed and I felt like I didn't want to leave. I can't wait to see where this establishment goes within the coming years. I can't wait to visit again! Thank you."

Frannie Nicks

★★★☆☆ 3 (47)

"I've ordered delivery from Frannie Nick's twice since covid-19. Each time I felt like I was eating a good home cooked meal. The standout star both times was the cheesesteak eggrolls. They are delicious. As good as you will find anywhere in the city. That's the only dish that reminds you that you have ordered from a restaurant. The fried chicken, macaroni & cheese, and string beans have that homemade taste that makes you feel like you made yourself the plate of food at a family dinner. In this era of covid-19, when a lot of sould food family dinners have been canceled, Frannie Nick's really hits the spot when I'm craving soul food."

BBQ Town

★★★☆☆ 3 (21) • $$

"The service is great! The food was super affordable within the area and especially for those of us who are pescatarians."