Dropped in on CBB for Juneteenth and my goodness did they live up to the hype. Place was packed as…read morecould be due to the holiday and it took probably 50 minutes longer to get the order than the online estimate, but when I tell you that that food absolutely SMACKED and I would do it again, there is not a lie to be found. The staff was very gracious in the face of the huge crowd and a mountain of orders. The location is spacious with plenty of room to line up and tables to sit and eat or wait on orders. The parking was easy too which was a bonus. For food we got two orders of the big greedy with yams, greens, baked beans and the new mushroom rice. I will stress that everything was excellent and we would get this exact order again, but a few particular standouts were 1) Fried Catfish. Our favorite protein by far. It was deliciously seasoned, perfectly fried, and succulently tender, 2) Candied Yams. They were sweet, tender and nicely balanced, 3) Mushroom Parmesan Rice. We only tried this because so many of the other sides were sold out and man are we glad we did. Our family tore this side up! The mushroom parm gravy was smooth and creamy with large chunks of mushroom. Definitely a great addition to the sides list. Our family can't wait to go back and try more of what CBB has to offer. So glad they've got a brick and mortar restaurant now!

The food was very good and came out fresh. The restaurant is clean and there are plenty of seats if…read moreyou want to dine in. They also have TVs in the dining area. The bathrooms were also very clean. They were out of Mac n cheese when we went but the wings, rice and gravy and cornbread were our favorites.

I tried this restaurant for the first time today, I ordered a shrimp Poboy sandwich, I also ordered…read morea Gumbo, it took a few minutes extra, more time than they expected, and I will say this, the young woman working in the front at the cash register offer me a free soda that I accepted. I told her I would pay for it, and she would not allow it. when my go food was ready, she told me that my sandwich was also free as a result of the wait, I told her that was not necessary, and she would not accept another payment. This is amazing Customer Service, I didn't feel right taking it. Onto the food The sandwich was delicious and the Gumbo was more than I could eat, it was very tasty, I will have leftovers for dinner This business is a family business, and I will support them in the future as a customer.

Stopped by Po Boy Shop and ordered the fried shrimp plate with mac & cheese and red beans & rice…read more Overall, it was a really good meal. The fried shrimp had great flavor and seasoning on the breading. I personally would've liked them fried just a little harder for a bit more crisp, but they were still very tasty and fresh. The mac & cheese was creamy, rich, and definitely one of the highlights of the plate. The red beans & rice had a good hearty flavor, though it was a little on the salty side for my taste. For dessert, I had the peach cobbler. The flavor was really good and comforting, but I would've liked a little more juice in it. It would also be great if they offered an option to heat the cobbler, which would take it to another level. Interior is cute , screams New Orleans. They had one person working counter she was busy in the phone trouble shooting some software so I just ordered on the tablet. Overall, generous portions and good Southern comfort food. I'd definitely come back and try more items on the menu.

After reading amazing reviews about Bowlegged BBQ (named after one of the owner's nickname), I came…read morewith two dear friends to celebrate their birthdays. As it happened it was one of the owner's birthday today. There was a strong and inviting community feel to this charming restaurant. I loved the backyard BBQ vibe. The décor is funky, quirky and I love it. Theres so much to look at, so much history and so many messages--and it's fun! As for the food, I noticed the brisket received some negative reviews. So I was hesitant to try this. However, I'm so glad I did. It was tender and succulent. I would order it again. The tri tip was amazing as were the baby backs. Yep, I'll be back for the baby backs. The Mac and cheese was ok. I prefer backed mac and cheese. But that's my preference. Im picky about greens and I really liked them. If you're looking for down home food an "Q" smoked by an amazing Pit Master, look no further than. Don't stop at the red lights. Z o o m over to Market St and get yourself a treat; and while you at it, say hi to Janette Maria (another owner). Her personality is the only spice you will need Sorry, I was so focused on my friends and the food that I didn't take any pictures. But there are plenty of cool photos on line.

You can smell the delightful, smoky aroma of BBQ before you even see the entrance to the…read morerestaurant! It draws you in. The entrance of the restaurant doesn't give you a clue to the range of sensory delights in store for you. The inside front of the business has you thinking you are strolling through a primarily Black History Museum. Then, you reach the section of the restaurant where you place your order and you make some difficult choices from a broad range of menu items. Sydney was a huge help because you want some of everything- but of course you can't. So, with her help, we got our priorities in order. A hint to the wise - go early if you want their famous banana pudding. It sells out fast! Loved the decor - even the decorations in the bathroom are a sort of history lesson. This family- owned and operated restaurant has a backyard cookout vibe to it. A place where family and friends gather to enjoy grandma's baked beans, ribs, chicken, sweet tea and sweet potato pie. The music adds to the synergy of tasteful accents, great food, and family style dining at great prices. We are already thinking of friends we want to bring here. We had the privilege of an extended conversation with one of the owners, Maria Jeannette. She stopped by our table and before we knew it, we were talking about everything from family and education to thrifting. Sweet lady!

I came across Soul Food City on Yelp and decided to give it a try. While it was a bit hard to find…read moredue to its hidden location, the trip was well worth it. The staff were incredibly nice, guiding us through the menu and helping us decide on the two sides with two options meals. When handing us our food, they mentioned and apologized that the mac and cheese was not up to par and encouraged us to come back and try it again. He was right--the mac and cheese was overcooked, but the flavor was still there. I appreciate the honesty. The pork chop, catfish, and chicken wings were seasoned to perfection. The breading was light but crunchy so delicious I wanted to eat all the small crumbs off my plate. The candied yams were flavorful, and the best part for me was the banana pudding. It was the best banana pudding I have ever had. Overall, I had a great experience, and I'll definitely be back to give the mac and cheese another shot and eat more delicious southern food in SD.

Great find in the Lincoln Park area! It's a little hard to find. I was looking for a store front,…read morebut it's just a walk-up window. There are 2 tables outside for seating. The staff is so friendly and was very helpful with the menu. There were sides that weren't on the menu, like the fried okra and french fries. We ended up ordering them as sides for the chicken wings. We also ordered the catfish with mac n cheese and collard greens. For dessert, we got the peach cobbler. Other desserts they have are banana cream pie, strawberry-banana cream pie, and chocolate cake. They all sounded good, but the peach cobbler was highly recommended. The cornbread muffin made it on the order too. All the food was delicious and perfectly seasoned! The catfish and chicken were juicy. The catfish tasted fresh and not too fishy. The mac n cheese and collard greens were the best out of the sides we got. Cornbread and peach cobbler were also very good. The cobbler wasn't too sweet, so I enjoyed it. I'm really glad I found this place on Yelp. I highly recommend giving them a try!

The food was delicious. I would definitely recommend them for their great service & excellent fishread more

Food was phenomenal, made a Louisiana fish fry Friday feel within reach of close family. I…read moreappreciate the speedy hot fresh service.

I decided to place an order for the first time with Clara's kitchen. I was craving mac and greens…read more I came across her on Yelp. OMG , 10/10 !!! Im tearing it up as I type this . So happy I found her on Yelp . As a SD native soul food is hard to find especially ones open later or even on Sundays ! Can't wait to try more of her food ! Thank you !!

I have been looking for soul food everywhere in San Diego. Still never gave it a try until today…read more Decided to treat myself to a birthday treat and came across this page and some great reviews. I ordered the smothered pork Smothered pork chop with my special gravy comes with 2 sides. EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS. it's not even an exaggeration. The greens are delectable, the Mac and cheese is so cheesy and flavorful, and the pork chops ARE SO GOOD. The tea is perfectly balanced with tea and lemonade. Will definitely order again. The only downside, if you order through DoorDash, it does take a while but it's well worth the wait. You can't rush greatness! This is FIRE!

Small chill spot, friendly faces (especially Mr. Coop!), and the food is delicious! Took the day…read moreoff for a lil family day. Heard about this place from Gareth Eats and Marvelous Muncher, they did not lead me astray! My wife and kid can be pretty picky. For the amount of food we ordered, we would usually have leftover, but we finished the whole thing! * 2 lbs of chicken - so juicy, great taste, especially with that BBQ sauce. My wife usually complains that BBQ is so salty, or too vinegary, not this time. She loved it! * Mac and cheese - Creamy! Cheesy! Good! * Coleslaw - fresh, I think there's a light vinaigrette. I usually like mayo on mine, but I can see how this pairs better with the rest of the food. * Potato Salad - solid, not too salty as well. Just right! * Beans and Rice - I think I should've gone large on this one. So good! * Peach Cobbler - legit. Warm. Peachy. Cobblery. * Sweet Potato Pie - I was surprised, because I usually am not a fan of sweet potato. Tasty, not too sweet! Mr. Coop checked in with us once in a while to make sure we're all good, stopped by and gave me a sample of the bacon. Sweet, real tasty! I'm excited to come back and try the ribs and brisket! Smelled so good coming in!

I finally tried coops barbecue. The brisket rained supreme…read more It is so unbelievably tender, and good. It literally melts in your mouth. I bought a a pound to share. I tried the pork ribs, but I do prefer Phil's pork ribs to these ribs and tender, but Phils falls off the bone. Still very good. Collard greens were delicious as were the rice and beans. Service is efficient and prompt.' Ambience is that of a smoked meat joint.

My original post was 8 yrs ago so I've been coming here for a long time. I always get the same…read morething!! ALWAYSSS!! & it is ALWAYSSS consistently good. You know when you have a hyper fixation on a meal and you keep eating it until you hate it, well it's been 8 yrs and still til this day I love it. It's hard finding a place where your favorite dish taste the exact same every time. Most places change the recipe or cut corners but here you get quality. Back to my O.G order: Large Oxtail Plate w/no veggies and extra plantain with 2 beef patties and a Malt. It comes with rice of course and if you're lucky, ask for some extra gravy! 10/10 recommend

Stop by because I was craving some traditional Jamaican breakfast…read more I have been here once or twice and this has been my favorite dish thus far. I ordered the Ackee and salt fish with dumplings. This hit the spot for sure