Groovy Southern food meets refined semi-upscale downtown. What do we get?…read moreBreaded okra. Kiss my grits, but we aren't always talking BBQ when we're in the South. I've had me some soul food in Mississippi and 'Bama, though at a fraction of the price you get up North. Look, it's a Montclair thing. Pluses: Black owned restaurant serving cultural staples, plus foods for people who don't want Southern. Ambiance featured soul music, and at one point was playing Shaft! I can dig it. You're not left wanting for food quantity or quality. Plenty of shrimp in the grits, for example. Server was very pleasant to talk to with a little Southern twang to her voice. Why not five stars: Flavor needs deepening. For example, in the South I'm used to seeing okra chopped and breaded before being fried. Maybe more oily that way, more carbs... but more flavor as a result. I had the pulled chicken mac, which was a bit smaller of a dish overall (a bit intentional on my part) - and while the cheese flavors run deep, the meat did not. Shrimp and grits, I took a quick sample of my friend's grits and... I bet you can guess my finding there. Still, a very nice change from the usual Northern selection of foods. I would not hesitate to say Sweet T's is authentic and a nice visit if you're in town. You'll be paying a pretty penny wherever you eat, so you can tag this one on your list.

I've walked past this eatery for years saying I would go in soon. Finally I did!…read more We started with the corn bread and sodas, I had the pulled pork Mac and my partner had the chicken and waffles. We were very hungry and excited! The wait staff was fantastic in waiting on us as well as offering us a seat immediately upon entry. There were many servers on the floor, availing if anyone needed anything. We mentioned it was our first time, the quality of explanation of the menu lacked. We didn't really understand or enjoy what we ate. Think it's important to mention we are both black women from the American South. Maybe we ordered wrong (which I don't believe in but .... I'll digress) Maybe it was a bad day Maybe I'll try again!! We'll see.

After landing in New Jersey, I was starving and craving a good, filling meal. I came across…read moreCornbread and decided to Uber over for a quick bite, and I'm so glad I did! As a first-time visitor, I had a great experience. The restaurant was clean, had a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and the service was excellent. The staff was especially friendly and even let us sample a few of the sides before ordering, which I really appreciated. I ordered the fried fish with collard greens, plus a side of rice and gravy. Everything was flavorful and satisfying. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is because I don't think the fish was actually catfish, which is what I was expecting. With that being said, it was still delicious. And I have to mention the cornbread...it was absolutely amazing! Overall, I'd definitely recommend Cornbread if you're looking for tasty, comforting soul food with great service.

Absolutely not!!! I order from here today and let me just say they have lost my business in this…read morelocation. I never go here but this was the closes one to me. They have absolutely no consistency I should be able to come this location and go to the one in maplewood and get the same quality. Ordered the catfish with Mac& cheese and yams. The Mac was tasteless, the catfish tasted as if it was soaked in grease. The yams were flavorless as well. And that cornbread was very soggy. Very disappointed!!!! This is not soul food.

Love, love this place! Honestly, I didn't want to love it because I'm trying to eat healthier and…read morethey are too close for comfort, but everything was absolutely delicious. The mac and cheese tasted like what I call "Black mac and cheese"not the dry or overly cheesy version you get at a lot of other places. It was just perfect. The oxtails are officially my favorite now, and that's saying a lot because I've been loyal to my go to Jamaican spot for over 15 years. These were perfectly cooked, seasoned, and packed with flavor. Still thinking of them. The rice, collards, and yams were all delicious, and the fried wings and fish were excellent too. Every single thing I tried was amazing. They've definitely made me a loyal customer!

Beyond Soul has returned to Newark. She never disappoints on flavor or portion size…read more Great customer service... she currently on Seventh Ave, Newark by Family Dollar and across the street from the Colonade apartments. Located in the back of another business, it is clean you can order online or in the store. This is a to go only.

The after church crowd was here on Sunday and I completely understand why. The food was every thing…read moreit needed to be & then some. I ordered the shrimp & grits with a side of eggs. They serve breakfast all day and have a vegan menu. The restaurant is connected to an apartment building so be careful not to pass when looking for it. It has a black & white striped triangular umbrella hovering over it. The staff were kind and the atmosphere was extremely down to earth, but not ghetto. This is a great mom & pop shop that you should fed check out. Be sure to try a flavored lemonade or iced tea. They are tall and one was more than enough. I didn't notice any ASL speaking staff, it wasn't needed, but there is space for wheelchairs. There is also street parking so be mindful. Only downside, our table wasn't exactly clean when sat down, but it was obvious they were busy. Overall, this is a great place for brunch or Sunday takeout dinner.

Ambiance : decor is very modern art deco features local artists paintings but could use more…read morecleaning Service: the greeting was very welcoming but however being served was not organized i was seated before someone but they order was taken before me. Food: chicken was very good and flavorful, grilled cheese was good and toasted golden brown. Waffles were bland thick and hard to swallow even with syrup still bland . The worst thing about my whole meal was my drink there was something floating in the bottom of my drink that no one could identify.

Blown away by the new airport location…read more Minority-owned/operated and the visiting product owner type from their partner company (Roman) is here getting his hands dirty and expediting everything while educating / supporting the staff. This is peak operational excellence. F&B was phenomenal.

City Rub Smokehouse used to be one of my favorite spots, but after my most recent visit, I won't be…read morereturning. The restaurant wasn't busy, yet the food arrived cold, unseasoned, and completely disappointing, especially for a bill totaling $110. After waiting 20 minutes, our server returned to tell us there was no pulled pork... at 5 PM... during dinner service. How does a smokehouse run out of pulled pork before the evening rush? It didn't stop there. We ordered corn on the cob, but was served cornbread instead. When I asked about it, I was told the cooks "it'll take to much time," so we substituted mac and cheese for an extra $2. What arrived was flavorless, watery, and honestly it was embarrassing for a place that used to pride itself on BBQ. Between the cold plates, missing menu items, lack of flavor, and the overall indifference from the kitchen, this visit felt like a complete waste of money and time. But wait it gets better! After receiving the check, it displayed happy hour! Happy hour? We weren't informed upon entry, as we exited I told my partner I wanted to inquire about happy hour. Would have changed our dine-in experience. I'm sad to say it, but after this experience, I won't be coming back.

Very nice local spot. I had the whiting and shrimp with potato salad and fried broccoli. Plate was…read morepresented VERY WELL. Potato salad and fried broccoli was delicious. The whiting was seasoned and delicate. The shrimp was tasty but tough, just a bit too overcooked. My friend has the oxtails, black eyed peas and cabbage. He couldn't stop raving about sides but took issue with the oxtails, like the shrimp they were tasty, BUT TOUGH. Not tender at all. He ended up taking them home to simmer for about two hours for a better result. We would likely come back only if in the area but not make a trip specifically.

Food quality, consistency, and quantity. I spent. $80 today. I ordered two chicken and fish…read morecombos. I received one fish filet and it had little to no meat. The sweet potatoes were hard on the outside but soft in the inner part of the cut.

The food is absolutely delicious, fresh, flavorful, and made with love. The customer service is…read moreexcellent, and you can tell they truly care about the quality of their food and their customers. Everything was prepared perfectly and full of flavor. If you're looking for great soul food with a unique touch, I highly recommend The Weekend Spot

Cousin Mo and The Weekend Spot never disappoints me! I moved to Atlanta and when I come back home,…read moreI try to get to The Weekend Spot!!! Since I have already done a review, I'll just share that I'm so glad they are still here! I can go back to Atlanta with a full stomach! Ha! Again, the Caramel Chocolate Crunch Cake will make you slap yo mama!! So I ate mine before I got back to her!!! We ordered Smothered Turkey Wings, Stew Beef, and Kettle Fried Chicken! Sides included mashed potatoes, corn souffle, yellow rice, Gaelic string beans, mixed veggies, and mac 'n cheese! Dessert: Cheesecake w/ Raspberry Drizzle and Caramel Chocolate Crunch Cake!

The Yard is easily one of my favorite spots in Newark. The food is incredible -- especially the…read moreoxtail burger with Gruyère and Wala sauce, which I genuinely dream about. Their hand-cut fries are always on point too. But what makes The Yard really special is the people. Kai has created a space that feels rooted in Black joy, community, and genuine hospitality. He and Niy are always so kind, and every time I leave, I feel seen and appreciated. There are plenty of places to get a burger, but very few places that make you feel connected to a city. I'm newer to Newark and already feel that way about The Yard. I hope they're here forever.

We had the amazing experience of being in downtown Newark on Juneteenth and upon Yelping, found The…read moreYard and its 4.6 star average. We came for the Oxtail burger but on this day they were only making beef burgers, lamb burgers, and catfish sandwiches. The bonus, however, was the BBQ offerings in the backyard -- Mac n cheese, corn on the cob, fries, and plantains! Between the awesome cheeseburger and lamb burger, I was in seventh heaven. We had a great time sitting on the lawn and celebrating this glorious day with our brothers and sisters.

I stopped into this restaurant to get dinner and when I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I…read morewalked into a home feel restaurant! I ordered with a nice young lady the: 1. Baked Turkey Wings 3 piece with yellow rice and collard greens 2. Stewed Oxtail with Mac and cheese and corn 3. Uptown Drink The food was delicious but my favorite was the baked turkey wings! I loved it! All in all a good experience!

Great food, make sure you order ahead. Not the best spot to eat in because it gets packed but they…read moredo have tables to eat your food.

first time here i walked in and the lady was in the back . I said hello she said hi then she seemed…read moreto have a slight of an attitude . while I was looking at the menu she stated you cant lean on the glass . I'm not sure what her issue was but as it being me first time I just felt like the vibe was off. Probably won't ever come back here .

First time here and they did NOT disappoint!!!…read more I got the 2 piece dark meat chicken with a side and cornbread ...went with potato salad and added some candied yams on the side. Everything was sooo good, no complaints at all! The food was on point and the place itself was nice, clean, and had a really cute vibe. Definitely coming back!!!