We found this place tonight and had to give it a try. So glad we did. Everything was perfectly…read moreseasoned and delicious. My husband had the party wings with mashed potatoes and cabbage on the side. I got the catfish nugget plate with collard greens and cabbage and it was good down Home southern cooking. The service was amazing and the ambience was nice. Very clean place. We will be back.

First time here. Greeted by Ms Jackie aka momma soulfood. She made you feel right at home with her…read morewarm friendly persona. If you want good ole southern cooking, this is the place. I ordered the catfish fillet meal. It came with 4 generous size fillets and with 2 sides to pick from. I chose, greens with smoked turkey and spaghetti. I tell you the catfish was on fire. Crispy cornmeal crunch on the outside and cooked firm but not dry. Just the way I like it. It was served right out of the fryer. My husband had fried pork chops. 2 big chops. Cooked to perfection. He had mashed potatoes/gravy and potato salad. He was happy, as his meal was seasoned well. We were there mid afternoon and would not expect a lot of folks at that time. The restaurant itself is super clean. Music in the background R&B via pandora. I will definitely be back to try some other meals and perhaps order some desserts.

Location: Near downtown Mesa Parking: Street parking with a…read moreshort walk to the front door Size of Party: Looked to be about 20 tables that could seat 4 per table - they would combine tables if your party is larger Service: Solid throughout visit - greeted and sat quickly, thorough explanation of menu, attentive to refill needs, and food takes 15-20 minutes because they cook the chicken after you order it Menu: Concise and focused on what they do best - chicken - couple of appetizer options and standard side options with fried chicken Taste: Overall good flavor with all dishes I tried - fried pickles, chicken sandwich, and fries Recommend: Good pick for when you are in the mood for fried chicken and an easy going ambiance

If you've never tried Gus's fried chicken and you better get over there quick. It has its own…read moreprocess for making the crispiest juiciest chicken around. Be careful if you're sensitive to heat because it does have a little spice kick to it. It's expertly cooked and we all liked it. I had a side of the fried okra which was second to none and some turnip greens that I relished. Gus's has a pleasant atmosphere and is nestled in an old warehouse I believe. The weight staff is attentive and it comes by very often to make sure you have everything you need. The place was clean and hospitable we will be returning.

We used to make special trips from another city just to eat at Nana's because it was that good…read more Sadly, after Nana passed away, things started to change. The Nana's Soul plate used to come with more than two ribs, then it was reduced to two, and now it's down to just one unless you pay extra for another. The plate also used to include all three sides--mac and cheese, collard greens, and beans--along with cornbread. Now you're limited to choosing only two sides, and the cornbread is gone. It's disappointing to see how much the restaurant has declined since the beloved Nana passed away. I hate to say it, but I won't be returning.

Great vegan soul food option if you're looking for comfort food without all of the animal products…read moreor unhealthy ingredients. It's guilt free eating, for sure. The person managing the front end was very friendly. The on screen menu was clear with color photos and easy to read. Technology was at the forefront with a large screen kiosk and easy payment processing. After choosing our own seating, the food arrived hot and the presentation was great. Every texture and spice was noted. Highly recommend the XXL Combo which gives an official tour of the tastes and offerings. The dining area was clean and simple. There were some minor cosmetic items that needed attention. But nothing took away from the overall dining experience. Great place to eat in or order out.

First time here. I was craving good fried catfish. Well he didn't miss!! Catfish was nice,…read moreflavorful, and crispy. Got a side of Mac with it. Decided to grab a cheeseburger just to try something else light. That was good too!! Added to my list. Clean and Friendly as well.

I dont eat chicken so my options are limited the catfish is good the stoner and sloppy joe are…read moredelicious the shrimp are not. They switched to the frozen kind...yeah. But still a valid spot for late eats Pictured are the shrimp they serve now..

I've been a loyal customer of Island Boyz for the past 7 years!! The food and the vibes here keep…read moreme coming back every single time. ​The owner Chris is so down to earth and friendly. I feel incredibly welcomed every time I visit and honestly I'd happily drive an hour just to get my hands on some of their Jerk Chicken. ​My absolute favorites are: ​Jerk Fries (so addictive!) ​Jerk Chicken with Rice & Peas and Cabbage ​The food is always incredibly flavorful and authentic. If you're looking for a spot with great energy and even better food, I definitely recommend giving them a try!

Good food, good service, $15 for a decent sized plate. Would definitely eat here again. Everything…read morewas fresh even though it was almost 9pm on Friday night. Chicken was tender and flavorful and moist inside. I'm picky about oxtail but I will try it next time!

Well I'll admit was worried due to some of the reviews I read about the service. But to my surprise…read morewhen I went with the wife we were greeted on a Tuesday afternoon with warmth and attentiveness. The food wow that was some of the best soul food I've had. The greens were fresh and back eyed peas had a wonderful taste to them. All in all the flavor was delicious and had more than enough for dinner tonight and possibly for lunch tomorrow. Our total was $63. It was well worth the price point. The ambiance was amazing with good vibes with an open concept. If you're looking for a more quieter and easy dinning experience try going in the afternoon as they do become extremely busy during the weekends!! The wife and I will be back again.

This was advertised on Yelp. I went there about an hour ago and the restaurant is closed and it has…read morebeen closed. Do not waste your gas.

During my long weekend in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area, our Uber driver recommended this spot. He…read moredidn't miss! We love a good Sunday brunch and supporting Black, woman-owned businesses. I was proactive and made reservations from their website. It was same day so we got in for 1:30 PM which was great when you want a lazy morning. Upon arriving, the location is in a shopping plaza but nothing else appears to be open or even in business. There's plenty of free parking in the lot but we took a ride share. There's nearby retailers like Costco but in this complex it looked dead except for Sugar Jam. When you enter, people were waiting to be seated and you can hear the music from outside! This is a lively, DJ friendly atmosphere with lots of activity happening from the bar to the dining room. The hostess checked us in, we walked around and took pictures, admired all the beautiful people dining and it's an open kitchen where you see the orders coming up. Mom and I were seated maybe 10 minutes after our reservation time. We were greeted by Vante - such a nice young man who was patient and helped us decide on what to order. We settled on the margarita flight, the watermelon hibiscus whisky smash, wings & waffles and the French toast and chicken. I also got blessed with a shout out from the DJ and a free shot for my birthday! The food came out quickly (however not together), was plated nicely and the flavors were present. The brown sugar butter and warm syrup on my French toast was a hit. The only complaint I'd note is the heat inside the establishment. I left my fan and desperately needed it. They did eventually bring out some industrial fans to cool the dining area off. The a/c needs to crank harder with all the bodies plus open kitchen. Otherwise, a great spot to eat, sing along, vibe a little and enjoy great breakfast food.

I stumbled upon this place on TikTok and decided to give it a try. The location is in a pretty…read moreunusual area. My friend and I pulled up and immediately thought, "This has to be a business or industrial area. This can't be it!" But sure enough, it was! Parking is pretty scarce, so just a heads-up. When we walked in, we noticed how aesthetically pleasing the place was. The artwork and decor were on point, and even the bathroom was decorated really cute! Our food came out pretty quickly. I ordered the catfish and grits. I personally prefer cheesy grits, but these came with a Southern gravy that was actually pretty good. I also like my fried eggs crispy around the edges, and they made them perfectly! I ordered the breakfast punch, which was just okay. It tasted more like juice, and I couldn't really taste the alcohol. I also wanted to try the margarita flight, but $30 was a little too pricey for me.Our waiter wasn't very sociable compared to some of the other waiters working that day, which was a little disappointing.Overall, I enjoyed my experience and would definitely eat here again if I'm ever back in Arizona. However, I'd probably just order takeout next time!

Pricey for the atmosphere of the location but the food was on point. I did have to go find the lady…read moreat the door to assist with getting my drinks I ordered. The presentation was beautiful. Food was well seasoned. Found biz thru TikTok. I will be back but only order to go. lol

The food itself was absolutely spectacular and deserves every bit of praise it gets! But yall I…read morewould absolutely urge caution when ordering here because unfortunately it's in one of the more risky neighborhoods in Phoenix. Only 15 minutes after ordering food here, my car was hijacked while I was still inside and I had to haul my ass down the street running until the police came! I've never been to this neck of the woods so I didn't realize it has such a reputation for crime. It's unfortunate that such an amazing food truck is in such a sketchy location, but if you do go, keep your doors locked, go during the daytime and leave promptly once you get your food!

Best fried catfish I have had in AZ. Service was good…read more I'm originally from the South and fried catfish is a staple. Unfortunately, finding it out here has been less than easy. When you do, it's over cooked and dry, no flavor in the batter, and the fish itself just sucks. Baby Kay's was fantastic. Had the red beans & rice as my side and with a little doctoring they were great. Don't let the hole in the wall, exterior vibe fool you. The catfish was on point!

I came in for a Happy Hour w work colleagues on a Thursday afternoon. It's dark when you enter but…read moreso nice a cool for the Arizona summer. The menu has so many options but I'm not super into shell fish so I choose a pork po'boy and soup combo. It also came with fries. It was more than enough food that I took the sandwich for later. They have a great bar selection and friendly staff. We tend to be a little loud but the regular patrons didn't seem to mind our merriment. The vibe was great. Definitely worth the visit

We've passed this place dozens of times on the way to a ball game. Always smelled amazing. Since…read morethe D-backs are out of town this weekend, we decided to try it. Freakin' delicious!!! I had the smothered pork chops and sweet potatoes and green beans, she had the fried chicken, Mac and cheese, and apple sauce. Amazing from start to finish! this will be a regular spot now.

I hate doing things like this, especially to a place that has such good potential... BECAUSE if you…read morecatch them on a good day. It's really good. But then they have days like this where someone shows up to work and they just don't care my country fried steak cost over $30 has no seasoning. All the breading fell off. It was just a huge disappointment. This is a restaurant ,you have to have consistency ...you can't have an off day. You have to find staff that cares yes its hard times out here, but if we're serving our regulars, this..... we won't have regulars. This is my second disappointing meal here, but like I said if you catch them on a good day, it's really good. Take your chances.