I don't live near or go to Zion, but through a streak of serendipity found myself going that way on Thursday and made a point to finally get to DaDa's Soul for some "Black people wings". So worth the trip. The wings were delicious and cooked right. Full wings, not wingdings, winglets, flats or whatever. Black people wings, y'all. Those sweet potatoes have to be a family secret. I've never had any that were so light, so soft, yet had so much flavor. And that mac and cheese. No runs, no drips, no errors. Nothing kills mac and cheese like being even a little soggy, but you'll never have to worry about that at DaDa's Soul. Somebody's putting a good portion of TLC in that mac and cheese because it WILL make you wiggle from that first bite. The blue lemonade was a nice washdown for this meal. Next time, I'll get it with some ice because I'm sure that will boost the enjoyment even more. I also had a slice of chocolate frosted yellow bundt cake, but had to wait a couple of hours to eat that because the meal was beyond satisfying. There seemed to be a hint of coconut flavoring in either the cake or the frosting, but not enough to turn me away. The young (to me) brother who took care of me really took care of me. I am not used to such personable service in casual establishments, but the welcoming and appreciative energy during my visit ensures that it will not be my last visit. I like that there is only one table in there. I was able to enjoy my lunch without distractions or disruptions. read more

Dadas Soul - Wings dinner with 3 sides and tasty beverage - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

My dad and I were bursting at the seams but we couldn't stop eating! The food was amazing and owner is the definition of southern hospitality. Make sure to try the catfish filets! read more

I personally did not like the food but i do appreciate it being freshly made and hot. The vibes were so nice!! Absolutely love the mood everyone is so energetic and happy! They sell kinda of brazilian food, pretty solid, Recommended read more

Dadas Soul - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

Food is the best in Zion and the food is finger licking good and service is on point and the place is clean and the people are very nice

I excellent food, great portions, priced reasonably. Nisey and Rome(I think) provided excellent customer service. I recommend this restaurant highly. read more

Dadas Soul - Fried Pork Chops Dinner actually had 2 pork chops with the dinner - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

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Oxtails was great, greens was great, peas was great, imma about to leave my wife and marry chef niecey! read more

Dadas Soul - the front of a restaurant - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

I wish I would've taken more pictures, but everything smelled so amazing I couldn't wait. I'm speechless of how amazing this place was. Chicken 10/10 catfish 100/10, the cashier said they were known for catfish, I definitely know why now. Can't wait to go back! Next time ordering ahead of time, but worth the wait. read more

Dadas Soul - Chicken egg rolls - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

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I absolutely love this spot especially if you want good soul food up north! I catered from here a few times for my company event and the service was a 10/10!! I will definitely be coming back here and recommend you give it a try! read more

Always and forever gonna be a customer here. Everything this cook touches is gold! And the greens here ugh gimme a whole pot of them deliciousness read more

Coming from Louisiana and living in the Midwest for a while, this is the best soul food I've had since Louisiana. The portions are good sizes and the service has always been great. Best fried catfish I have found. 10/10 recommend read more

I purchased food from this establishment for a catered event. The food was tastier than expected. The best was the macaroni and cheese. The macaroni and cheese had extra cheese and just enough black pepper for flavor. For the catered event, the choices were smothered chicken, greens, mac and cheese, and yams. The smothered chicken was fried, and smothered with a touch of gravy. The guest were impressed on how tasty and delicious the food was. After seeing the pictures of the oxtails, I am excited to go back and taste them, as well. read more

Dadas Soul - Smothered chicken, greens, yams, and mac and cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

I will try to take pictures next time, but being our first order, it did not last long enough to get my phone. Ordered delivery and not only did ot arrive hot, but it was fantastic. Meatloaf was perfectly moust and flavorful, gravy was excellent. As for the sides, we had cabbage, mac & cheese, corn bread dressing and yams. All were very good, but don't pass on thise yams! Wow, were they tasty! Can't wait to order again, this place is going to be in regular rotation now! read more

The food is great, but the customer service Niecy provides is exceptional! We have had Dada's on a few occasions, and it has been consistently good. I wish there was more seating room in the restaurant to dine-in, but taking it home or ordering delivery has worked for us as well. Again, Niecy's customer service won me over and the food is good. Check them out! read more

The food is fresh daily. They're not serving up leftovers. They're clean, friendly and accommodating. If you live in Zion, and haven't had their food, you're missing out!!! Dada's Soul Food, on 21st st., right off Sheridan, is the truth!!! I've been without dinner many nights, after a long day. They're affordable, convenient, fast,(not fastfood) and curious. Do yourself a favor, go to Dada's! read more

Dadas Soul - I finally slowed down enough, for you to see spaghetti and spicy greens. It's so good, I've had it three times this week! - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

We had the perch, Mac and cheese and yams, black eye peas and greens. Everything was great! The black eyed peas were good. The wait for the food was incredibly long and the girl running the front and taking orders needed more practice. She was giving this my first day so idk what I'm doing vibe. It was one cook too, so once they get their staffing on point then it'll be amazing! read more

Was in town for a family event and wanted to order something local. Decided to go with soul food and later realized I made a really good choice. Everything was good tasting, the yams and Mac and cheese were the best. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars was because I ordered the "Better Than Sex Cake" and didn't get any, I'm assuming they were sold out. However I was refunded for it. read more

Dadas Soul - Smothered pork chops, yams, macaroni and cheese, and cornbread muffins. - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

Got the fried chicken with the yams and Mac and cheese, also got a side of spicy greens. Fire. The yams were my personal favorite, soft and sweet but not too sweet. Get one of their lemonades too to drink while u eat, we got the strawberry kiwi and strawberry lemonades. I would've posted a pic but we devoured it within minutes. read more

Ordered my food the "Niecy" I think her name was told me my food would be 30/35 mins. I left and came back approx. 25 mins later got my food and the fries were ice cold. I asked for new fries and her response was "if you were here when yo food was ready they wouldn't be cold" all of the other food was piping hot, there was no way my fries got that cold that fast. I came back before the 30 mins she is very rude. Food is good. But management should look into the workers. She is VERY rude. read more

Travelled from Gurnee to Dadas for a first visit and to-go order. Delicious smothered pork chops, greens, dressing and macaroni & cheese! I'm returning to order pre-Thanksgiving. read more

We have only ever had takeout here and it's never been disappointing ! Our family loves all the side options. The catfish nuggets are great!

I was excited to see my meal all the side orders and corn muffin was perfect definitely good butttt the chicken was terrible wasn't even good enough to put mild sauce on it was so disappointed because the sides was so good the chicken wasn't seasoned proper extra crunchy and very small for $13 and only being a 3pc meal read more

Dadas Soul - 3pc Dark Chicken Dinner - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

Idk what kind of dressing this is, But it is not Right! The spicy Greens are horrible salty and no flavor, Box macaroni! The only thing that was good was the cornbread muffin the jerk chicken is SO SALTY, I didn't receive all my order and I called the store and HE the owner admitted that it was true! But offered NO HELP! I'll show you how to make dressing! AND THIS WAS SUPPOSED TO BE MY CHEAT MEAL AND I CAN'T EAT OR ENJOY IT! read more

I've been longing for a place that makes good fried catfish. Now I know where to go The food was really great and season well. The Yams, Green Beans and MAC was a perfect combo. My wife said the fried mushrooms and green tomatoes were right/on time to throw down!! read more

Dadas Soul - Fillet Catfish,MAC,Green Beans and Yams - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

Ordered here for the first time and could not finish meal. Then, we tried a second time to give the benefit of the doubt, but it was worst than the first time. read more

My first tim. Service was friendly and efficient. Food is really good, however, salt is something that can either complement or ruin a dish. Please back off on the salt in the catfish coating, which is otherwise perfect. You can add salt if it's needed but you can't take it out once you put it in. read more

Home made food that tastes like it was made with love. Bonus, the business is family owned. Will definitely be returning for more!!! :)

Thank goodness for Dadas Soul. I'm from the south and it's been tough finding soul food up here that I really like. This fits the bill for sure. The sides are awesome especially the Mac and cheese, greens, and stuffing. read more

Dadas Soul - Alli can say is thank goodness for Dadas Soul. - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

Great food! I highly recommend the catfish nuggets (best catfish I've had outside of Alabama) and the baked macaroni and cheese.

If you ever find yourself in Winthrop harbor, please do yourself the favor of eating at dada's soul. With some of the best jerk chicken, collard greens and pork chops you'll ever have. I have started eating here atleast once a week and it's made my life just THAT much better. Amazing food and the nicest staff team I've ever met. I love dada's soul!! read more

I ordered on a whim from this place , sight unseen. My smothered pork chops were absolutely delicious. The yams, okra and corn muffin also were fantastic. I have not been this pleased with a new restaurant in ages. Thank you Dada's. read more

Great food! Love the yams. Catfish, very good! Delicious mac and cheese. Try it you will like it.

Their food was great! The food was ready faster than the expected time as well. I didn't know that a muffin came with the dinner (which made me order an extra). Despite that, everything was amazing. read more

Dadas Soul - Catfish Fillet Dinner Homemade Mac and cheese Yams Regular Greens Extra muffin - Sandwiches Near Me - Zion, Illinois

I guess I'll just order the sides. Because the jerk chicken is either hard or undone. The first time was the only time I had a perfect meal. But now disappointed ever since. I have even asked for a manager to make sure but nothing happens. SIDES ONLY. read more

This was absolutely horrible. I can't believe people buy this food and give good reviews. Y'all have not had good soul food until you ate mines. Just visiting in town and the only place where the food was ok was a Mexican hole in the wall place. Never again IJS read more

This is by far the ABSOLUTE WORST soul food I've ever had. Salty chicken, disgusting gravy on dressing, stringy sweet potatoes, the smothered pork chop was stomach turning. I would not recommend eating here, the prices are attractive for a reason. Never again. I'm only giving a star because I couldn't post without giving one. read more

WOW!! Awesome food! The catfish, greens and Mac n cheese was so delicious!! They are on Doordash and located in Zion, Illinois. Today was my first time ordering from here and trust me, I will be ordering again and again and again. Lol!! I think you get it. Check them out! read more