Yesterday, my wife and I ended up stopping to eat at JJ's, partly because a friend had recommended…read moreit and partly because I had already been drawn in by TikTok content about the place. When we arrived, there was a bit of a wait since 4:20 p.m. was just after the staff's lunch break. We reviewed the menu while I explored the lobby area, which was eye-catching, decorated with vintage household items. I was especially moved by the community food station right next to the entrance. The staff appeared highly focused on making sure everyone was well attended to and that orders were prepared correctly. My wife ordered the baked chicken with baked spaghetti and mac and cheese; I ordered the fried chicken with rice and gravy, mac and cheese, and hush puppies. Since I wasn't sure about portion sizes, I also added a house salad. We sat down to wait, and the customers around us looked completely at ease, as if they were at home -- always a good sign. My wife and I chatted in Spanish (our native language), and unlike other places where people sometimes stare at us for speaking it, we felt completely comfortable and relaxed. Then the food arrived. First, the rolls that came with the meal tasted spectacular. It was a shame you only get one per plate -- but oh well, lol. Second, my wife asked me to try the spaghetti, and I agreed. I don't know who is in charge of the kitchen, but the audacity of this person to make a baked spaghetti better than my grandma's... I'm definitely ordering it next time. Third, my meal. The fried chicken was perfectly seasoned, juicy, and delicious. I usually order white meat for the flavor when I get fried chicken, but I didn't even need to -- the selection was perfect. The mac and cheese could easily stand on its own, and the white rice... I'm Puerto Rican, so white rice is a cornerstone of our table. Well, JJ's ruined plain white rice for me, because now I only want to eat it with gravy, LOL. I couldn't finish the salad or the hush puppies there, so later that night, while watching Netflix, I took care of the leftovers. We will definitely be back -- exquisite food, a very comfortable atmosphere, and super reasonable prices!

Came for the senior banquet this time! What an amazing experience…read more People, both guests and help, amazing. Made all feel welcome. Will be back again. No longer waiting for visitors to bring!

Food is excellent!! I've loved everything I've eaten there except the potato salad wasn't a fav…read more But overall, I'll go again and again. Everyone there is so nice and accommodating. The cleanliness could improve but nothing that would deter me from dining there. I think I'd have to say the pork chops and collars are my favs!

Been open for three weeks and the food is delicious if you want lunch you better get there early…read moreshe might run out but she definitely will reopen at 5pm. Like I said she is a new place come out and give her some soul food

Stopped in for lunch one day in search of FRIED CHICKEN. Not just any old fried chicken but GOOD…read morefried chicken. They are located in a nice little spot with ample parking and it's easy accessible. The interior is simple but clean. Plenty of seating. The ladies who work here are very friendly and helpful, came around a few times to check on me, offered fried side to go with the greens , offered a refill on my sweet tea. Great service! About the food. Probably the BEST FRIED CHICKEN in the area. I really can't judge on that because I haven't sampled other fried chicken in the vicinity but based on my own research of sampling fried chicken all over North Carolina, I feel confident in my assumption. It was fried just right. It was SEASONED. It had a very nice batter that was crunchy and the chicken in the inside was tender and juicy. Every bite was tender and juicy. These ladies should teach a cooking class on how to make fried chicken-to other restaurants. The SWEET POTATOES were perfectly cooked and flavored in butter and cinnamon. You could eat it as a dessert. But not overly sweet. Just right. The GREENS were tender and seasoned perfectly. Greens and fried side with their delicious CORNBREAD could be a meal in itself. The SWEET TEA-perfect! All around, best home cooked food/soul food you can get. I will be back and I highly recommend for true SOUTHERN COMFORT food.

OMG. I am so happy I finally visited this iconic and historic dining venue. Oh, the freshness of…read morethe food and the love of the staff. Over 50 years serving others!

Stopped in for lunch today for their fried chicken and the place was packed…read more It's bigger on the inside than what it appears from the outside and they do a great job of keeping it clean and running efficiently. Staff was very attentive and friendly and food came out fast and hot. I was disappointed by the Mac n Cheese in that it wasn't made from scratch and baked. It was really just noodles and velveeta. The greens were good, seasoned well and tender. The hot rolls weren't homemade but still fresh and fluffy. The tea was really good. But I came for the Fried Chicken and it was definitely the star of the show. I ordered dark meat and my plate came out with 2 legs and 2 thighs. It was DELICIOUS!!! Some of the BEST FRIED CHICKEN I've had in North Carolina. Thank God for the South and Thank God for Fried Chicken. Amen!

Was a bit disappointed. I thought they served breakfast all day, was told no…read more Opted for the Reuben sandwich. It was okay, not the best, not the worst. Will come back and try the chicken and dumplings!

Straight outta Queens and found Nana"s. Great food! My new favorite place! Clean, friendly and…read moreprofessional staff. Great music. Yes indeed!

HOLY MOLY this place was amazing!…read more We bought 2 plates to try a bunch of things. My favorites were the smothered chicken, stuffing, cucumber salad, and Mac n cheese. My husband really liked the collards and fried chicken as well (the fried chicken wasn't my favorite but he loved it). The only thing we wouldn't get again was the jerk chicken. 5/5!!!!

Service & Ambiance Grits did not disappoint…read more Top notch Mimosa Flight : Gold Star Will definitely come back for lunch/dinner

Definitely a nice vibe with great decor and music. Food took a while to come out and wasn't bright…read moreto the table at the same time. My friends both got turkey wings and I got the lamb chops. One of them also got a to go meal. The to go meal arrived before everything. They were done eating by the time my lamb chops came out so I just boxed it to go. Our server was very attentive to some patrons, we were not them. When we asked about the crab cake appetizer, we were told it came with 3 cakes and the server even said that was great because there were 3 of us and everyone could try one. We ordered them. It came with 2. We asked the food runner about it and he said, nope, always with 2. We didn't say anything else about it, we'll share. The server comes to us and says she never said it came with 3. We had never been to this restaurant. We ordered 3 appetizers, food and drink. We're not trying to get over on you for a crab cake. Apologize for the misinformation instead of doubling down. Why would we make that up? It's not the establishment's fault, definitely the server. Good customer service would've been, I'm sorry for the misunderstanding, I had them put another in for you. Or, just leave it alone. We had. My friends enjoyed their food. The appetizers were really all I could judge from a dine in experience. The Everything green dip was my favorite. I ended up giving my boxed up dinner to my son. It had just taken so long to receive it and I was over it by the time we left. They also said that mine took so long because I'd ordered my lamb chops well done. But, to that I say to bring all the meals out at the same time still!

We made sure to do our Ashboro trip so we could dine at Magnolia 23. What a first time at the plate…read moreHome Run! Awesome service. The BEST fried chicken EVER since my mom's. Each of us had different selections. Everyone cleaned their plate. But it is the story of this Husband and Wife business that stands out. Their story. The journey. The love. We will be back next week when we pick up some items. Needed a reason to come back. Thank you everyone for your kindness.

Magnolia 23 used to be good, which makes our experience tonight all the more disappointing. We…read morespent $50 on a meal that none of us particularly wanted to eat, and the decline in quality was hard to overlook. My husband ordered the country fried steak, which appeared to be made from low quality ground beef and was covered in thick, gelatinous gravy. My daughter's chicken pie looked and tasted like it had been sitting around for days. It was dried out, bland, and had an unpleasant, almost gritty texture. My chicken and dumplings were passable, but only after adding enough hot sauce to give them some flavor. The sides tasted like they came straight from a can, and the rolls seemed no different from something you could pull out of the grocery store freezer section. I understand that operating a small, independent restaurant is challenging, particularly when costs are rising and customers have less disposable income. I genuinely want places like Magnolia 23 to succeed. But cutting corners on food quality while continuing to charge prices that represent a meaningful expense for a family is not a sustainable solution. What bothered me most wasn't any single dish. It was the overall impression that quality and value are no longer priorities. This didn't feel like a kitchen having an off night. It felt like a fundamental change in what the restaurant is serving. The dining room was nearly empty, and unfortunately, after tonight, I can understand why. When families choose to spend $50 eating out, they deserve a meal that feels worth the expense. We certainly didn't get that tonight. I hope Magnolia 23 can find its way back to what made it good in the first place. I'd much rather support a local restaurant than a chain, but supporting local businesses shouldn't mean accepting poor quality food at a premium.

This place is a hidden gem. Tucked away from downtown Kannapolis is this gem of a restaurant…read more Lunch: $1 hot dogs all the way. Uses a great hotdog, not mushy and he's grilling them so they have a little bite. Dinner: Grab the Soul Rolls as an appetizer. Beyond that everything looks good on the menu. This place uses great ingredients and nothing seems premade or frozen. Don't miss this because it's off the beaten path or you haven't noticed it before!

Very friendly people. The Soul roll were good along with the Mac and cheese but the collard greens…read morewere too salty for me. The prices are very reasonable. Next time I want to try the turkey ribs.

Brand new establishment. Great service charming host and staff. Fred authentic food. Truly a…read morediamond in the rough. Worth the visit if you are into finding great places without the glamour and hype from chains.

Hidden gem off of Turnpike Road in Raeford NC across the street from West Hoke Elementary school…read more Friendly staff, great food, nice atmosphere. Will definitely become a regular lunch and dinner spot for our family. Large portions and very reasonable prices! They have seafood, BBQ, and Jamaican dishes - Yum!

Staff is very knowledgeable! If they don't have what you're looking for they can usually order it…read more They have gluten free items. They have a wide variety of items. Store is wheelchair and walker friendly. The

Yes, there is a lot of natural products. The store is nice and clean. The staff was helpful,…read moreknowledgeable and professional.