How could this be over a 4 star rating , Fish is not fresh very fishy smell and taste, only thing…read morethat is kind of acceptable is the gravy and rice. Yams are Sweet potatoes batter consistency, cabbage is very blend and pork chop is a pork steak WTH. Corn bread is store bought in a Twinkie wrapper $40 wasted.

If you're looking for soul food that feels like a warm hug, Ellen's Homestyle & BBQ LLC is the…read moreplace to go! I ordered the collard greens, macaroni and cheese, and three fried pork chops, and every bite was absolutely delicious. I didn't eat inside it was a to go order. The collard greens were seasoned to perfection. The mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy, and baked to a golden perfection--comfort food at its finest. And those fried pork chops? Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor. They were fried just right, without being greasy. The portions were generous, and the food tasted homemade, like it was crafted with love and attention to detail. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Ellen's Homestyle & BBQ LLC is now my go-to spot for real homestyle soul food cooking. Highly recommend it for anyone craving a soul food feast!

I ordered with a large group at work . I'll give grace for the fact that it was a big party but my…read moreorder was left out completely. Once we tried to call boss queen Café we were met with an AI service. Disappointed.. especially on Juneteenth

Food: Bussin' Service: Good…read moreAmbiance: 10/10 It's a great experience every time we go.

This is my go to spot for brunch and will everything. This spot has something for every occasion…read more The service is immaculate and I love it. I love it. They offer specials on certain days of the week. You never know what you're going to get and that's a plus for me. This is one of the best locations for all things food.

Nice to have people come to the neighborhood and all but do they really need to have the music so…read moreloud you can hear it two blocks over when people are sleeping? Moved to the area and this business doesn't stop blasting bass 5 Decibels or higher until 5 in the morning some nights. Brunch is one thing but some people actually sleep and go to work in the morning.

I've eaten at JEM's several times. I love the Cabbage and Macaroni and Cheese these items are the…read moreBEST. Pros: Cooked to order and Large portions of food Cons: They don't always pick the phone for the calling orders. The long wait sometimes The customer-facing staff is slow sometimes putting the orders in the bags. The Food: Fried Chicken: Overall good (a couple of times a little burnt) Turkey Wings: Pretty good, a large portion Whiting Fish: Just okay - Would not order again Chicken and Dumplings: Extremely salty - Would not order again Cabbage and Collards: I order this all the time, very good especially the cabbage. Yams: It is good if you like very sweet yams. Macaroni and Cheese: A must-buy so delicious! Potato Salad: This is truly a hit or miss for me. Sometimes it has a hint of vinegar and that makes the potato salad taste sour.

I fully support Black-owned businesses, but that support should not come at the expense of good…read morecustomer service. Regardless of the challenges a business may be facing, customers come in expecting to feel welcomed and to receive the product or service they're paying for. Everyone understands that mistakes can happen, but how those mistakes are handled makes all the difference. Customers should be treated with courtesy, respect, and appreciation. A positive experience encourages people to return and recommend the business to others, while poor service can quickly lead to negative word-of-mouth. I wish I could have experienced that level of hospitality myself, because I truly wanted to support the business. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing, and it reinforced how important customer service is. Great customer service is one of the strongest ways any business can build trust, loyalty, and long-term success.

I had a great experience at Crystal's Corner Cafe! The customer service was outstanding, and…read moreeveryone was so friendly and welcoming. I ordered the BBQ sandwich, and it was delicious--full of flavor and cooked perfectly. The potato salad was amazing and definitely one of the highlights of the meal. The coleslaw was also fresh and tasty. I was very impressed with both the food and the service. I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu. Highly recommend

Fresh to order , hot crispy fried chicken wings and French fries. Ordered the banana pudding for…read moredessert.

I tried your food about three years ago and the kind of money that we spent. I would expect better…read morecooks the greens like like the girls said were horrible and I don't like playing Russian roulette with my money cause when I come in your restaurant and looking for something to taste good and be fantastic and I come in there and it taste messy you need y'all need to start getting better cooks disqualified certified that's been to school and not pick up anybody to cook cause cause they ain't coming back if I come in your restaurant and your food is horrible. I ain't coming back.

Most delicious jerk, chicken combo, sweet potatoes and collard greens were on point love the…read moreCaribbean atmosphere and the people very friendly

We met up for a girlfriends lunch to catch up. This…read morerestaurant is a local treat. The seating is comfortable and roomy. The staff is pleasant and the cooks are amazing. This time we enjoyed she crab soup, crab puffs, and crab cake platters. We took home carrot cake. The portions were too large to eat in one setting. We love that. The prices are great. Food quality and customer service is A+++. We have never been disappointed with any menu item. The food is always tasty and well seasoned. The restaurant is a step back into simpler times, good food, great conversational setting, and yes, it's super clean and tidy too. If you are looking for great food and a place to talk without screaming over TV shows or sports games, this is your place to dine. The customers are friendly and smile as you walk in. It feels good to be here. You will enjoy the total hometown experience.

This has been a local favorite of ours for years in downtown Portsmouth. The restaurant is cozy and…read moreclean. The seafood is prepared and cooked perfectly every time. Excellent service and delicious lunch specials!

I ordered the fish and shrimp meal, and everything was really good. They have options of fried or…read moregrilled -- the sides were on point as well (Mac n Cheese & Cabbage.) I also tried their homemade drinks: the lemonade and the fruit punch. I did have to dilute them with some water because whoever mixed that batch did NOT hold back on the sugar . (In hindsight, it actually worked out because I basically ended up with two extra drinks after adding water.) There's no dine-in seating here -- it's strictly order and pickup -- but the service was fast and friendly. This was a great spot to stumble across, and if I'm back in the area, I'll definitely return. Worth checking out if you're craving some seafood.

Food was amazing!! The restaurant is a store front so you can't sit in but that's ok.read more